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October 20, 2017 | Vol. 5, Number 40 | www.harrisonreview.com

Students take part in county opioid summit

SCORE! Three teams from Rye Raquet Club made up of women 40 years and over will be going to the United States Tennis Association’s national championship this month. For story, see page 6. Photo courtesy Corinna Ausfahl

Driver arrested, charged in Harrison bus stop crash A man has been arrested and is facing several charges for fleeing an accident in Harrison, after crashing into a bus stop and utility pole on Westchester Avenue. Jesus Cano, 27, of Yonkers, has been charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, a misdemeanor, and other violations for speeding and fleeing the scene of an accident, which occurred along the eastbound side of the service road to the Interstate 287,

adjacent to access ramps to the Hutchinson River Parkway and 1133 Westchester Ave. A day after the accident, the Harrison Police Department apprehended Cano at his home in Yonkers at 141 Orchard St., with the assistance of the Westchester County Police Department. On Oct. 15, police responded to the scene and found a black Acura RSX that had crashed through the side of a county bus

shelter and a utility pole. By the time authorities arrived around 5 p.m., the driver was absent from the crash, in which the utility pole landed on top of the car and knocked out power to a nearby traffic light. Shortly after, local firefighters and Con Edison arrived at the scene to secure live wires hanging from the nearby traffic light. According to Harrison police

Detective Derka Abbate, the suspect was recorded with a blood alcohol content of 0.26 percent; the legal limit in New York is 0.08 percent. The 27-year-old is scheduled to appear in Harrison Town Court on Jan. 9. As of press time, there is no further information on the accident. Harrison police had no further comments about the crash. -Reporting by Franco Fino

On Oct. 16, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino urged more than 400 students from across Westchester to become part of the solution in the life-anddeath fight against opioid addiction. Joined by BMX Olympic coach and recovering addict Tony Hoffman, Astorino led a Youth Summit at the Westchester County Center aimed at fighting a drug epidemic that has caused a 200 percent increase in fatalities in the county from 2010 to 2015. Students from 37 schools took part in the day-long summit that was part of the county’s Project WORTHY—Westchester County Opioid Response Teams Helping You—program launched earlier this year. The program mobilizes a full array of available resources and expertise to combat the growing opioid and heroin epidemic that affects all communities and people of all ages. “Young people are dying,” Astorino said at the summit. “This is not a show; this is not just a daylong assembly. This is serious business, and we need your help. Young people are on the front lines of this epidemic. You are eyewitnesses to what’s happening in schools, at parties, at the mall and on the bus. You come from all walks of life, and all kinds of neighborhoods. That’s the kind of real-life experience we need if we are ever going to wrap our arms around this deadly situation.” The goal of the Youth Summit was to bring together students and have them come up with ideas on how to fight the epidemic in their own schools and neighborhoods. Hoffman, the keynote speaker, spoke of his personal experiences,

notably how poor choices and a bad attitude led to his addiction. Hoffman’s drug addiction caused him to lose friends and family and he eventually became homeless. He was so desperate for drugs at one point in his life that he committed an armed robbery and other drug related crimes that landed him in prison for several years. “When I was 18, I had no idea I was about to become a heroin addict,” Hoffman said. “I had every single thing that you would need to be successful in life…. There are no shortcuts in life; every shortcut you take will end up being the long road.” While in prison, Hoffman had a “spiritual awakening” and started to turn his life around. He set goals and embarked on a path that resulted in him becoming a BMX Elite pro who placed second in the 2016 World Championships and coached in the Rio Olympic Games that same year. He is currently the founder and director of The Freewheel Project, a nonprofit that mentors young people through sports and teaches them leadership skills and to make healthy life choices. He is currently writing his first book, titled “Coming Clean.” But even now and sober for more than 10 years, Hoffman said there are reminders of his past all around him. “Every single day, the doorway wants to tempt me,” he said. “If you don’t walk through that door, you don’t have to worry about this.” The Youth Summit was part of ongoing events that operate from Project WORTHY’s four OPIOID continued on page 9

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Rye YMCA hosts Halloween carnival

The Rye YMCA Halloween carnival features live music for the whole family to enjoy. Contributed photo

The Rye YMCA is a hub of family activity with healthy activities and events for the whole family to participate in both together and independently. On Oct 29, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Rye Y will open its doors to the entire community with its free Halloween Carnival and Open House. The event will feature live music, carnival games, face painting, a pumpkin patch, spooky swimming, crafts and much more. Wear a costume if you wish! (No adult clown costumes, please.) Registration is required, please RSVP to FamilyFun@ ryeymca.org On Oct. 29, the Rye Y will waive the $100 Joiner’s Fee for all who join. Membership benefits include access to all Y facili-

ties including two pools, a fitness center and more than 100 free weekly group exercise classes as well as priority program registration and reduced member program rates. Family members spend quality time together during scheduled family time in the pool, gymnasium and ExerZone or play games together in the family game room. The Y hosts a First Family Friday evening every month with themed crafts activities and a bi-monthly Active Family Friday featuring Nerf games. Families with young children may choose from several parent/child classes such as Baby and Me Gym, Kiddie Crafts and Baby Sports. The Childwatch program is available for parents

who wish to exercise on their own or step into town. The Rye Y also offers dozens of programs focusing on skill development, teamwork, fitness, enrichment and fun. The next program session starts Nov. 11. Member registration starts Nov. 1 and non-member registration starts Nov. 3. Classes are offered for all ages and include enrichment, swim, sports, fitness and much more! Visit RyeYmca.org or call 967-6363 to learn more and register for classes. Financial assistance is available. If you are interested in joining the Rye Y, please stop by the Y’s Member Services Desk at 21 Locust Ave., for a tour of the facility. (Submitted)

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SUNY Purchase students break world record On Oct. 11, 300 volunteers from SUNY Purchase along with Chef Jet Tila, of the Food Network, broke the world’s record for longest California roll. Prior to this, the record was a 422-foot roll, which was held by UMass Amherst. SUNY Purchase students beat the record by

creating a 504-foot roll on the Great Lawn. The event required more than 650 sheets of nori and 300 pounds of sushi rice. The event was joined by members of the World Record Academy to certify the roll. The event was sponsored by

Purchase Dining Services and PepsiCo with culinary support by The One Sushi. Purchase Dining Services, part of Chartwells, who made an in-kind donation of $1,350 each to the Food Bank for Westchester and Midnight Run. (Submitted)

Students were joined by Chef Jet Tila, of the Food Network, who directed the creation of the sushi roll.

The sushi roll came out to 504 feet, a new world record. Photos courtesy Paige DeMaio

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What’s going on... Harrison Public Library

For more information on hours and programs, visit harrisonpl.org.

AARP Smart Driver Course On Saturday, Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Drivers of all ages can take the AARP Smart Driver Course. By taking the course, you learn how to be a smarter driver while earning points which may help lower automobile insurance costs. Fee: $20 for members and $25 for non-members of AARP. Personal check or money order accepted on the day of class. Make checks payable to AARP. Please register for this course online or by calling the library at 835-0324.

Storytime & Craft On Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Join the library for a storytime and simple craft to take home.

Ghost Hunters Program On Saturday, Oct. 21 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the West Harrison Branch. Join paranormal investigator Barry Pirro as he shares chilling stories from recent investigations, plays recordings of real ghosts and shares ghost hunting tips. This event is geared toward ages 12 and up, including adults. Please register for this course online or by calling the library at 948-2092.

Film Movement presents: ‘Moka’ On Sunday, Oct. 22 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. “Moka” will be screened. Diane Kramer is led by one obsession: to find the driver of the mocha-colored Mercedes which hit her son and devastated her life. With a few belongings, some money and a gun, she goes to Évian, where she’s learned the driver lives. But sometimes the path of revenge is more tortuous than it seems. Diane will have to face another woman, friendly and mysterious. French with English subtitles. Running time: 90 minutes.

Sing-Along Sundays with Chloe On Sundays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Celebrate early childhood through music and movement. Children and parents are sure to love the captivating songs, live accordion music, and activities designed with specific cognitive milestones in mind. This class will feature a variety of child-sized instruments and props, and a wealth of both traditional and original songs to add to your sing-along repertoire. Get ready for a fun, creative and engaging experience.

Discovery Play On Monday, Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Play is important work. It requires concentration, problem-solving, cooperation, and creativity. It promotes movement, persistence, and self-expression. The library believes in the positive impact of play, and invites you and your child to join in this meaningful and fun pursuit. No registration required.

Toddler Craft – Boo! On Monday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. Immediately following Storytime at 10:30 a.m., participants will make a fun and easy fall craft, suitable for toddlers up to age 4 years old. The craft will be repeated Thursday, Oct. 26 at 11 a.m.

Welcome to the Theater On Monday, Oct. 23 from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. For ages 5 and up. Join cast members from Pail and Shovel Production’s musical, “Halloween Hotel,” for a fun-filled behind the scenes experience. In this theater workshop, kids will learn about costumes and makeup, as well as do some singing and dancing along the way. No registration required.

Harrison Branch. Once a week, come join other patrons who enjoy the board game of Scrabble as much as you do. For adults. Board games will be provided. Seating is very limited. Please register online, at the Reference Desk, or by calling the library at 948-2092.

Tween Tuesdays: Eye Masks On Tuesday, Oct. 24 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. For ages 6 to 12. Join teen volunteers Eileen and Ericka to make simple lavender-scented eye masks. Eileen and Ericka learned about these at a Friday Yoga with Angela session and reported feeling very relaxed when using the masks. They wanted to share the idea with everyone. No registration required.

instructor Angela Brandt.

Bilingual Storytime - Halloween On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. For toddlers through age 6 years old. Stories and songs in English and Spanish with Miss Mariella. Come in costume and listen to storytime and get your treats at the end. Join us after our bilingual storytime for arts and crafts. Es Halloween. Ven con tu disfraz para leer cuento y también te llevarás unos dulcesitos a casa. Es la hora del cuento en inglés y español. Diviértete leyendo y cantando.

Saturday Crafts for Children

On Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Accomplished high school students (grades 1012) will help senior citizens acquire computer skills. Senior citizens (beginners or intermediates) are invited to sign up for computer instruction. While walk-ins are welcome, register online or by calling the library at 835-0324.

On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to noon at the West Harrison Branch. For ages 2 to 6. Join in after our bilingual storytime for arts and crafts. Come in costume and listen to the storytime and get your treats at the end. Edades: 2 a 6 años. Es Halloween. Ven con tu disfraz, haz tu obra de arte y llévate algunos dulcesitos a casa. Después de la hora del cuento bilingüe los pequeños podrán realizar manualidades para llevar a casa.

Pajama Party with Chloe

The Harrison Players

Computer Tutors

On Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the West Harrison Branch. Wear your pajamas and hang out with Chloe during this evening class, which features songs, music and more. For ages up to 4 years old, siblings welcome. No registration required.

SCORE: One-On-One Mentoring

On Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. SCORE Westchester matches you with experienced small business advisors who work with you on your specific business needs. These are just some of the items for which business owners often seek guidance from SCORE advisors: starting a small busiMonday Night Movie: ‘The Beguiled’ ness in Westchester; writing or updating a business On Monday, Oct. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. plan; identifying sources of funding and preparing at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Builddocuments for financing; creating a marketing plan; ing. “The Beguiled” will be screened. At a girls’ launching an additional location; and adjusting to school in Virginia during the Civil War, where the growth. Registration is recommended. Call SCORE young women have been sheltered from the outside to schedule an appointment at 948-3907. world, a wounded Union soldier is taken in. Soon, the house is taken over with sexual tensions, rivalFall Book Preview ries, and an unexpected turn of events. Running On Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. time: 93 minutes; Rated R. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Learn about the hottest titles for adult readers coming soon. A Penguin Random House represenTuesday Scrabble Club tative will talk about new fall books. Tote bags will On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the West be available for attendees. Please register online or by calling the library at 835-0324.

Chloe’s Sign and Play On Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Give your child the gift of language. Chole’s Sign & Play is a fun class where families can learn to communicate with their pre-verbal children using real signs from American Sign Language. Based on the award-winning Baby Signing Time series, this class will give parents a window into the hearts and minds of their little ones. Through fun songs, stories and games, parents and children will learn many useful signs for everyday communication.

Yoga with Angela On Fridays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. For ages 7 to 12. Relaxing, soothing and fun. Peaceful. Like a day off. This is how tweens describe yoga with local

‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’ The Harrison Players Community Theatre Group presents “The Man Who Came to Dinner” at the Veterans’ Memorial Building, 210 Halstead Ave. in Harrison. Dates: Friday, Oct. 20 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. Price: $20 per ticket for all audience members. For ticket sales, contact Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800838-3006 or visit harrisonplayers.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, call 630-1089 or visit harrisonplayers.org.

Harrison Recreation Halloween Bash in the Park On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Ma Riis Park. Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 29. Come out and enjoy a fun filled afternoon with music, rides, giveaways and treats for grades pre K–5. For more information, call the Recreation Hotline at 670-3039 or visit harrison-ny.gov/recreation.

Basketball Clinic Children will develop the basics of basketball. For boys and girls in second grade. Starting on Wednesday, Nov. 8 for four weeks at the Sollazzo Center and the Leo Mintzer Center from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Fee: Free. For more information, visit harrison-ny.gov/recreation.

Zumba There will be a fall/winter session on Fridays from Oct. 27 through Jan. 12, 2018 at the Leo Mintzer Center from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call Ray Munzer at 646-472-9103 or email rayazumba@gmail.com. Applications are available at recreation centers and on the website, harrison-ny.gov/recreation.

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The 3.5 team of women 40 and over celebrate their win at the sectionals championship with a bottle of champagne. Photo courtesy Paula Lapkin

After securing their wins at the United States Tennis Association’s sectional championship, three teams from the Rye Racquet Club are moving on to nationals. During the weekend of Aug. 25, the Rye Racquet Club, RRC, had three of their United States Tennis Association, USTA, competitive teams, made up of women 40 years and over, competing at sectionals in Schenectady. “It was amazing that all three teams were there, it just added to the excitement,” said Wendy Hyer, co-captain of the 4.0 team. “The fact that all three teams won is amazing.” RRC is based in Harrison and offers competitive and noncom-

petitive junior and adult tennis programs. This year will be Hyer’s and her co-captain, Gena Pettinato’s, second time going to nationals. Hyer, of Rye, explained that ever since her first time at nationals, she’s wanted to go back, saying it’s part of the “addictive nature” of winning. Pettinato, of Rye, said that having already experienced nationals once, she and Hyer feel like they know what to expect from the tournament. In preparation for the national championship, Pettinato said their team is trying to practice on outdoor hard courts in order to mimic the conditions they’ll be playing in. “Outdoors you have all the elements, there are so many distractions when you’re playing outside,” she said. Corinna Ausfahl, captain of the 4.5+ team, said that their team’s approach has included studying their competition and figuring out which pairings of players on their team work best together.

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Three teams from Rye Racquet Club made up of women 40 years and over will be going to the United States Tennis Association’s national championship this month. Photo courtesy Corinna Ausfahl

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The Rye Racquet Club’s 3.5 team of women 40 years and over. Photo courtesy Wendy Hyer

“We’ve been working very hard,” said Ausfahl, of Rye. “... It’s a wonderful opportunity to represent New York at nationals.” This strategic preparation is only one factor in their journey. Pettinato believes that her team’s unique dynamic is what makes them such a force to be reckoned with. “We put together this team of women who we thought shared a passion for the game,” she said. Pettinato went on to say that the women all bring something different to their team. “We’re mothers, college students, we have full time jobs,” she said. “We have a nice profile of women and yet we come together, enjoy the game, and support each other.” Paula Lapkin, co-captain of the 3.5 team, described a similar dynamic in her team. “Everyone just kind of supports each other, [and] really roots for the other one… which I think is what’s taking us to the next level,” said Lapkin, of Harrison. Pettinato said that having these teams of older women allows for them to have a way to step away from their families for a little while, and do something for themselves. “There are very rare moments when we can do it, and we really enjoy it when we’re out [on the court],” she said. The teams will each be taking a weekend away for themselves in October to travel to Orlando and Fort Lauderdale in Florida to compete in the USTA national championships. “It’s truly been a great season for the women’s team tennis here at Rye Racquet,” Hyer said. CONTACT: taylor@hometwn.com

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CPW dinner honors contributions of residents On Oct. 5, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, CPW, held its 68th Annual Pioneer Dinner at The Surf Club in New Rochelle. This year CPW honored two individuals who give in different ways, but made a positive contribution. The night was filled with dancing, laughter and taking time to recognize individuals who have helped our organization grow in so many ways. The Martie Osterer Award is given each year to a Pioneer Club member who has made strides to live life to the fullest. This year’s recipient is Mercedes Flud. Flud currently lives in the Coop City section of the Bronx with St. Dominic’s Home. This wonderful agency has noticed incredible growth and improvement in this deserving woman. Flud maintains a close relationship with her mother Mary and her sisters Inez and Mary Ann. Flud is a beautiful statuesque young lady and a fashionista. Flud loves to shop and she revels in picking out her own clothing. She takes pride in her appearance and fancies elegant and intricate hair-

styles, changing her hairstyle monthly. Flud is a passionate member of The Pioneer Club. She attends every party and greets her peers with warmth and enthusiasm. She is a fantastic dancer. She uses our parties to debut new dance moves. She enjoys all activities. Flud is always sweet and polite, and her enthusiasm is infectious. She is unique, and we hope that she never changes. Flud has had difficulties in the past, but she has overcome these obstacles. Her willingness to improve and grow makes her a perfect candidate for this honor. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes extraordinary commitment, dedication, and service to CPW. This year’s recipient, Kiyoko Brown, exemplifies this high ideal. More than 20 years, Brown has given freely of her time and talents to enhance the lives of the many disabled adults and children we serve. As a board member, secretary of the executive board, and an active member of numerous fundrais-

ing committees, she has been a highly effective force for positive change. When CPW opened there new building, she donated her own work and that of several artist friends to grace the walls and beautify the surroundings. Brown recognizes the universal needs that bring people together and enrich their lives. She sponsored CPW’s toy lending library and the groundbreaking Lekotek Center, which was dedicated in her name. This program, focused on learning through play, and the use of adaptive toys and technology to promote the inclusion of young children with special needs into family and community life. With her eloquence, Brown described her experience at CPW saying, “Once I committed, I knew where I could contribute. Everyone is different. Everyone’s experience is different. But it’s wonderful to see that the consumers are happy. They’re experiencing life to the fullest possible extent, and that’s all you can ask.” (Submitted)

From left, Mercedes Flud, recipient of the Martie Osterer Award, Linda Kuck, executive director at Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, CPW, Kiyoko Brown, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Richard Osterer, CPW board president. Contributed photo

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It’s still great to live in Harrison HARRISON HAPPENINGS Mayor Ron Belmont

On the weekend of Oct. 7 and 8, Harrison held its 40th It’s Great to Live in Harrison/Columbus Day celebration. Our community takes tremendous pleasure in this annual tradition as our nation honors the culture and heritage of Italian-Americans. In addition to recognizing the many achievements of Italian-Americans, Harrison residents and visitors participated in a weekend of exciting events. Saturday evening’s fireworks display was spectacular and the open house at police headquarters, featuring a display of emergency apparatus and tours of the police station, was well attended. Although the weather did not fully cooperate, a sizeable crowd attended the annual It’s Great to Live in Harrison Day Parade on Monday, Oct. 9. Marching bands serenaded as student groups and civic organizations marched down Halstead Avenue. Following the parade, a fiesta took place in Ma Riis Park and included a variety of children’s activities. It was a successful event, full of national and hometown pride. I enjoyed seeing many friends, and familiar faces, as the weekend’s festivities took place. At the post-parade celebra-

tion, the late Joseph Cannella was posthumously recognized as this year’s Citizen of the Year. Joe was a longtime Harrison resident. He was a well-respected member of the Harrison Planning Board for eight years, serving six of those years as chairman. Joe joined the Town Council in 2002 and was a valued member for 14 years. In 2015, he was elected town justice and served with distinction until his untimely death in 2016. Joe was a wonderful role model and I am so glad that his many years of service to our community were acknowledged in this way. Recently, the Jewish Community Center of Harrison organized their annual food drive. During Yom Kippur, the JCC collected more than 150 bags of food for donation to the Harrison Food Pantry. Nina Marraccini, Harrison’s director of Community Services, Councilwoman Marlane Amelio and I received the donated food on behalf of the pantry. The JCC’s rabbi, Eytan Hammerman, urged the congregation that, as they skip meals on Yom Kippur, they should think of those who are hungry and most in need. The Yom Kippur food drive was designed to provide, through donations, what the congregation might have consumed during the 25-hour fast day of Yom Kippur. For many families, a serious de-

cline in financial stability can mean hunger. All towns have members who struggle during hard times, and the good will of the JCC will help curb hunger in our community. Their contribution will provide the basic sustenance that some or our senior citizens, children and working families require. I would like to thank Rabbi Hammerman and the JCC of Harrison for this very significant contribution. For more information on our Food Pantry, please contact Nina Marraccini at 670-3026. This year’s National Fire Protection Week was Oct. 8-14. I would like to take this time to remind residents of the following important fire safety tips: Test your smoke alarms monthly and change the batteries at least once a year; If you hear a fire alarm or smell smoke, exit the building immediately and do not return to retrieve valuables; If approaching a closed door, test the door before you open it as flames could be on the other side; If a room is smokefilled, crawl to safety on your hands and knees below the smoke line; If your clothes catch fire, stop, drop to the floor and roll; Develop a family escape plan and review it twice a year making sure that windows and doors can easily be opened; Choose a family meeting place that is safely away from your home.

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Hoff-Barthelson Music School presents Jazz Night! Members of Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Jazz Department will take the stage to kick-off the 2017-2018 Faculty Concert Series on Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. with Jazz Night! An evening of improvisations and jazz standards, listeners will be treated to performances by Ed Palerm on saxophone, James Weidman on piano, Rolf Sturm on jazz guitar, William Komaiko on piano, and Glenn Rhian on percussion. Included on the program are “Au Private” (Charlie Parker), “Autumn Leaves” (Prévert/Kosma), “Uptown Vibes” (James Weidman), “Stella by Starlight” (Victor Young), “Body and Soul” (Johnny Green) “Sonnymoon for Two,” and “Oleo” (Sonny Rollins). Admission to the concert is $20, $15 for seniors (65+), and free of charge for students. Tickets can be ordered by calling 723-

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Students from around Westchester come out to learn more about what they can do to stop opioid addiction. Contributed photo James Weidman is performing “Uptown Vibes” at Hoff-Barthelson Music School. Contributed photos

1169, or emailing HB@hbms. org. Tickets are available for purchase at the door. Program and

performers subject to change. For additional information, visit HBMS.org. (Submitted)

foundational blocks—education, integration, prevention and action—all of which bring together the resources necessary for each of those areas.

In addition to the keynote speaker at the Youth Summit, there was a panel of young adults who have been affected by opioid and heroin addiction,

and two interactive workshops where students discussed ways they can stop or prevent abuse, and take back their schools. (Submitted)

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Taconic Opera celebrates 20 years by poking fun

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The Review, in collaboration with ArtsWestchester, offers a rundown of art-related events throughout Westchester County. You can find our Arts in the Area page each month.

Also on view at Neuberger Museum of Art are “Janet Biggs: A Step On the Sun” (on view through Dec. 22) and “A Studio in the Gallery: The Playful Universe of Ignacio Iturria” (on view through Feb. 25, 2018). For more information, visit neuberger.org. -Rocio De La Roca

Project a way to give youth words of wisdom

Neuberger reveals Bearden works Prominent American artist Romare Bearden is celebrated for his emblematic collages, which were produced from 1964 to 1988 and illustrated the history, culture and tension of the African-American experience. While he is known for these works, some of Bearden’s earlier work experimented with abstracting forms. This period in his career created works that became the foundation of his acclaimed collages. These early abstractions are often overlooked, and many remain omitted from retrospectives of his work—until now. This fall, Neuberger Museum of Art’s “Romare Bearden: Abstraction” will provide the first scholarly examination and public viewing of Bearden’s largely unknown body of work that was created in the 1950s and early 1960s. The exhibition, on view through Dec. 22, will feature approximately 40 of Bearden’s abstractions, thereby revealing his artistic roots, but also contributing to the postwar American art narrative. The works on view include large stain paintings such as “Green Torches Welcome New Ghosts and Eastern Gate,” which demonstrate a technique of applying thinned oil by brushing, pouring and spraying. Bearden’s watercolors and oil paintings “Blue Ridge and Mountains of the Moon,” from the mid-1950s, demonstrate his abstract image-based painting. Collages like “River Mist” inform his later figurative works and are comprised of elements that have been cut, and then fitted together like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle.

“What one word would you give today’s youth to take with them throughout their lives?” This is the question that Yonkers artists Evan Bishop and Katori Walker, founders of the community-based art project 100 Words of Wisdom, recently asked local seniors. The goal of the project was to engage 100 mature adults and include them in the conversation about improvements to their local communities. The result was more than 140 men and women from Westchester, New York City and beyond, of all walks of life—from politicians and family members to artists and educators—each providing one unique word (or a two-word phrase). Three languages are represented (English, Spanish and Sanskrit), as are people who are native to six continents. These seniors were each interviewed about their word choice while Bishop painted the word somewhere on their body. Walker then photographed them, one participant pictured above. These photographs will be on view in an exhibition at Blue Door Art Center, BDAC, from Oct. 26 through Nov. 4. Many of the chosen words are commonplace, but the stories attached the each one, and the experiences that inspired the participant to choose it are unique. Said Bishop: “This project was inspired by my desire to empower elders and show them that their stories matter.” Together, these words help to create an intergenerational dialogue that stretches beyond Merriam-Webster’s definition of any single word. The exhibition, in turn, creates the story of a generation with wisdom and experiences to share, and also creates a means by which to transfer these ideals to a new generation. Bishop summed up what he learned through the project: “The first word we were given [by Walker’s grandmother, Thelma Jenkins] was “focus.” The last word [given by ArtsWestchester’s CEO Janet Langsam] was “try.” So I learned that if I try, and stay focused, all the things in between will manifest.” A full-day opening reception at BDAC takes place on Oct. 26. For more on this project, which is supported by an Arts Alive grant, visit 100wowexhibit.com. For more information on the exhibition at BDAC, visit bluedoorartcenter.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

At the start of its 20th anniversary season, Taconic Opera presents the question: “What better art form is there in which to poke fun at the world of opera than through opera itself?” The company’s general and artistic director, Dan Montez, has answered that question with the creation of his new work, “In bocca al lupo,” which will open the company’s 2017-18 season on Oct. 21 and 22. This comedic work is a departure from Montez’s previous, more serious, compositions. With a title that loosely translates to “break a leg,” the show looks at the ins and outs of what it takes to run an opera company. From auditions and musical coaching to holding a fundraiser and presenting the show, the humorous work gives insight to the chaotic art form and the love that goes into each production. The Italian opera within an English opera will be performed in both languages, with English subtitles above the stage. The premiere of “In bocca al lupo” will take place at Yorktown Stage. For more information, visit taconicopera.org.

-Mary Alice Franklin

HV Music Club kicks off 93rd season Hudson Valley Music Club starts off its 93rd season by kicking off its Mostly Monday series on Oct. 10. The concert is an opportunity for club members and other Westchester artists to perform. The program will include Poulenc’s “Sonata for Two Clarinets,” Schumann’s “Romances for Oboe and Piano” and more. Oct. 30 marks the first full professional concert of the season, with a performance that features violinist Itamar Zorman and pianist Drew Peterson, who will perform Kreisler’s “Viennese Rhapsodic Fantasietta,” Brahms’ “Sonata No. 1 in G Major,” and Schubert’s “Rondo in B minor, D.895.” The award-winning Zorman has traveled around the world as both a solo and chamber musician. Peterson began his career by being presented at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall at the age of five and worked his way through Harvard and Juilliard School. Both performances will be held at the Dobb’s Ferry Woman’s Club. For more information, call 478-0417. -Mary Alice Franklin

Westchester Halloween highlights With Halloween approaching, many Westchester arts organizations are presenting creepy, scary and downright spooky events, many for the whole family to enjoy. ArtsWestchester chose its favorites:

Jay Ghoul’s House of Curiosities

Lyndhurst will deck the halls of its Gothic revival mansion with spooky decorations and eerie lighting this Halloween, which guests can admire during nighttime performances of Jay Ghoul’s House of Curiosities. This interactive murder-mystery encourages guests, who each hold a clue to the crime, to move throughout the basement and first floor of the house as new hints are revealed by a wacky cast of characters along the way. For guests who prefer to see the seasonal decorations, Lyndhurst’s daytime tours focus on Gothic Revival furnishings that are only on display in October. These events take place through Oct. 31. For more information, visit lyndhurst.org.

A Hudson Valley Halloween

Historic Hudson Valley has become known for its array of seasonal events, attracting guests from across the tri-state area. The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze at Van Cortlandt Manor exhibits more than 10,000 individually hand-carved, illuminated jack o’ lanterns that are arranged in larger-than-life sculptural displays. Other attractions include an interactive haunted trail at Philipsburg Manor, a dramatic retelling of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and a celebration of Irving’s life at his former residence during a series of family-friendly daytime events. Events at all locations take place on selected evenings through Nov. 25. For more information, visit hudsonvalley.org.

Halloween Movie Marathon

For the fourth year in a row, Jacob Burns Film Center, JBFC, is embracing the horror movie genre by presenting its “Halloween Movie Marathon IV.” On the night of Oct. 27, the center will screen eight diverse films, from new favorites like “Get Out” and the restored classic “Night of the Living Dead” to the ‘90s throwback “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and cult gem “Suspiria.” The night’s festivities will include a costume contest and activities in the center’s Jane Peck Gallery, along with a concession stand for late-night coffee. The event will be hosted by JBFC Senior Programmer Andrew Jupin. Since it is a Halloween event, guests can also expect a few surprises along the way. For more information, visit burnsfilmcenter.org.

Halloweekend

Hudson River Museum, HRM, presents a weekend of family-friendly Halloween activities on Oct. 28 and 29. Saturday offers interactive magic shows with comedian and magician Kathie Cvitkovac, followed by a costume parade with the Nepperhan Community Center Band. During Sunday’s festivities, activities include Halloween-themed balloon art/twisting with Brenda Hernandez, a visit from “Washington Irving” at HRM’s historic Gilded Age residence, Glenview, and a costume photo shoot. On both days, children will create monster masks, go trick-or-treating in their costumes and go on haunted tours of both Glenview and Van Nybelwyck Hall, a detailed dollhouse inspired by historic Hudson Valley homes. For more information, visit hrm.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

These articles appear in the October 2017 issue of ArtsNews, ArtsWestchester’s monthly publication. ArtsNews is distributed throughout Westchester County. A digital copy of the full issue is also available at artsw.org/artsnews.

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A star-crossed fandom LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

Maybe it’s the fact that I grew up the son of two high school English teachers, but when I—a dyed-in-the-wool Red Sox fan— think about the Yankees’ season, I can’t help but recall William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” Now bear with me here, because I swear this will make sense. After two doomed lovers meet in Act 2, Juliet—whose Capulet family has a longstanding feud with Romeo’s Montagues—pines for her would-be paramour on her balcony in the famous “What’s in a name?” monologue. Without going into a complete Shakespearean breakdown here, the gist is this; “Why the heck do you have to be a Montague? This is making stuff seriously complicated over here.” And believe it or not, that pretty much sums up my feelings of this Yankee team. I mean, I was bred to hate the

Yanks. The rivalry between the Bronx and Boston is probably the oldest in Major League Baseball. In my lifetime alone, the Bombers— and their fans—have caused me enough agita and pain to fill a thousand Shakespearean tragedies. But if this was any other team—a rose by any other name, per se—I know I would be pulling for them hard this postseason. With a young, exciting core, headlined by rookie sensation Aaron Judge, a fearless shortstop in Didi Gregorius who took over the position from one of the franchises’ all-time greats without missing a beat, and an aging flamethrower in CC Sabathia, who has turned back the clock by mastering his off-speed stuff, this seems like the kind of team destined for the storybook ending that sports fans love. Alas, they also wear pinstripes. As a baseball fanatic, I’m not certainly immune to the charms of a team that rallied back from two games down to win their divisional series against a 102win Cleveland team and, as of press time, has evened the ALCS

at two games apiece against an Astros team that many thought to be a lock to reach the World Series. But the decades I’ve spent watching my Red Sox play second fiddle to the Yanks makes this a uniquely tough situation for me, especially given Boston’s recent penchant for playing uninspired playoff baseball. Two houses, both alike in dignity, sure, but one house happens to have 19 more titles to its name. So what is a guy to do? Should I look past 32 years of bitter enmity and watch this team battle for an unexpected title with an open mind? Or should I throw my support behind whichever team—be it the Astros, Dodgers or Cubs—that looks to stand in their way? Well, it didn’t work out too well for Romeo and Juliet, and the Yanks are getting hot. So no matter what path I choose, I’m sad to say that this one will be a tale of woe.

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Game Notes: • Junior D’Andre Cosby rushed for 188 yards and three scores to pace the Huskies • The Huskies knocked down two passes in the end zone to seal the win • No. 7 Harrison will take on No. 2 Lourdes on Oct. 20 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Friday, Oct. 13, the Harrison Huskies ended a five-year drought, topping Byram Hills 28-20 in the Class A qualifying round to earn the program’s first postseason win since 2012. With a second-round game looming against No. 2-seeded Lourdes, however, the Huskies will need to stay sharp if they hope to keep

their sectional title hopes alive. The Huskies rode a terrific performance from junior running back D’Andre Cosby, who rushed for 188 yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries to stake Harrison to a 21-6 first-half lead that they wouldn’t relinquish. Although the Bobcats stacked the box in an effort to combat the junior’s effectiveness, the hard-running Cosby was still able to plow through the Byram defense, helping the Huskies to consistently move the chains all night long. “It feels really great, we were running a lot of power because we’re confident in our offensive line,” Cosby said. “They started to guess the plays, but coach told us never to give up and play so I didn’t and that ended up working out.” According to Harrison head coach Dominic Zanot, the Huskies’ game plan coming in was to give Cosby the bulk of the backfield touches, and the coaching staff lightened the junior’s defensive workload in order to maximize his potential on the other side of the ball. “We knew we wanted to put

it in Cosby’s hands, and he did a fantastic job,” Zanot said. “Over the last few weeks we’ve been working on having most of our guys play just one way, so he didn’t line up a lot on defense because we wanted to keep him fresh.” Defensively, Harrison had its hands full with Byram quarterback Brett Stafford, who threw for three touchdowns, but was unable to put his team in the end zone with the ball on the Huskies’ 20-yard line and 10 seconds remaining in the game. Good Harrison coverage downfield forced two incomplete passes to preserve the win for the home team. “We just knew we had to make a stop,” said defensive tackle Zach Jones, who was integral in helping the Huskies control the line of scrimmage. “We knew what we had to do and we executed.” With the victory, the Huskies earned the right to take on Lourdes on Oct. 20. The Warriors topped Brewster 28-7 last week to improve to 6-1 on the season, and Zanot believes that his team will need to excel in all areas of

D’Andre Cosby breaks a tackle against Byram Hills. Cosby rushed for 188 yards and three touchdowns in the Harrison win. Photo/Mike Smith

the game if they hope to reach the Class A semifinals. “We definitely need to make some adjustments and it seems

like, all year, if our run game is working, then our passing game isn’t,’” Zanot said. “Tonight, our run game was definitely working,

but we want to see if we can get them both going together.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

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Soccer teams ready for playoffs By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor

On Oct. 18, Section I officially announced the seeds for the upcoming high school soccer postseason, and with a number of area teams still in the mix, the path to a sectional crown is now set for local athletes. Harrison’s boys and girls both qualified for Class A postseason play, with the boys earning a No. 18 seed and the girls bringing home the No. 9 seed after tying for second in league play this year. The boys team finished with a record of 4-7-2 and dropped the final two games of the year—a 1-0 loss to league rival Eastchester on Oct. 13, and a 3-0 loss to Class AA powerhouse Mamaroneck on the final day of the regular season on Oct. 18. They will travel to take on No. 15 seed Ardsley—another league foe—in the Class A outbracket game on Oct. 19, after press time. Harrison and Ardsley have squared off twice this season, with the Panthers taking both games. But Harrison showed much improvement the second

Cara Traficante collects the ball during a game against Port Chester. Trafficante and the Huskies will take on Pelham in the first round of the Class A playoffs on Oct. 21.

time around, falling 3-2 in overtime when freshman David Hay found the net with a header just

over 10 minutes into extra time. On Friday, the Huskies will need to be mindful of Euguene

Ryo Kakihara battles an Eastchester player for the ball. The Huskies will take on Ardsley in the Class A outbracket game on Oct. 19.

A Harrison player fights for possession against Eastchester on Oct. 13. Photos/Mike Smith

Palau, who scored twice against Harrison in the overtime win. The girls team, which ended up with a regular season record of 9-7, will also face a league opponent in the first round, as they get set to host No. 9 seed Pelham on Oct. 21. The Pelicans and Huskies split the regular season series, with Pelham topping Harrison on Oct. 16 despite a goal from standout Cara Traficante. According to Harrison coach Jon-Erik Zappala, that last loss should serve as motivation for a young Huskies’ team that battled throughout the year in one of the toughest leagues in Class A. “Playing in our league, with that competition, it sets us up for the playoffs,” Zappala said. “We know Pelham is going to play fast, they’re going to be physical, and I know that they’re looking forward to a chance to beat Pelham.” If the Huskies get past the Pelicans in the opening round, they will have to contend with another familiar foe in the quarterfinals on Oct. 24, as a potential matchup with top seed Rye looms. “It’s a tough playoff bracket considering these teams are in our league,” Zappala said. “If you play other teams [outside of the league] there is a tendency that they might be overconfident and take you lightly, but we know that’s not going to

A Harrison player makes a play against Port Chester on Sept. 12. Harrison finished the season with a 9-7 record.

happen now.” But no matter who the opponents are, he added, the Huskies will need to be ready for the upcoming stretch. “We just have to remember

how hard Pelham played, we can’t take anything for granted,” he said. “It’s a clean slate right now, everybody is 0-0.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

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