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Don’t wait for the next Household Recycling Day
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2019, Westchester’s Household Material Recovery Facility will be open from Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., accepting all of the household waste materials that can be collected at a recycling day.
On Oct. 29, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester held their 13th annual A Taste of Westchester: Food and Wine Tasting Event. More than 300 attendees came out to West Harrison to sample scrumptious eats and treats in the culinary showcase. For more, see page 6. Photo/Raphael Gibbs Jr.
Manhattanville to screen award-winning documentary “Celling Your Soul,” a film written and directed by Manhattanville professor Joni Siani, will be screened to the public with a discussion following on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 6:45 p.m. in the Berman Theater at Manhattanville College. Parents have long grappled with the problem of digital overuse and the negative consequences of social media, but don’t know what to do. Siani is offering real tangible solutions with the issues associated with digital dependency, and the fallout of the digitally socialized generation. As a professor on the front line of the digital revolutions, Siani observed her students struggling to adapt to the emotional and social demands of life “online” and shifted the conversation from “what do you think” to “how do you feel?” Siani and her students were determined to find solutions to the unintended consequence of digital connectivity that have affected an entire generation. The result is a book, “Celling Your Soul,” and
the film. To view the trailer, visit noappforlife.com/. “This is a unique solution-oriented film and program, a forum that goes beyond ‘good or bad’ because it focuses on a productive conversation and offers clear strategies to implement in schools, home and life,” Siani said. “Parents need to hear how kids really feel about their digitally demanding world from the kids themselves and kids need to learn how to feel better, happier, more fulfilled and truly connected.” A winner of the Boston International Kids Film Festival, Director’s Chair Film Festival NYC and other awards, and featured at the 2018 NYC Independent Film Festival, “Celling Your Soul” is an examination of our love/hate relationships with digital devices from the first digitally socialized generation, and what we can do about it. “Manhattanville [College] wants to offer tools and conversation around the challenges of the digital age to the community at large,” Manhattanville President Mi-
chael Geisler said. “While technology has brought so much value to society, we are well aware of the perils of digital overuse and the need for irreplaceable human relationships and connection for people of all ages to thrive as individuals. ‘Celling Your Soul’ is a good step for both young people and parents to gain strength from within and our connections as we collectively navigate an increasingly fast-paced digital world.” Siani, an assistant professor of Media and Communications at Manhattanville, is recognized as an authority in digital socialization and the cultural, social and developmental effects of smart-
phone technology. She began her career in radio and television, eventually transitioning to teaching communications in higher education. In her work as a professor, Siani noticed the unintended consequences of new connection technologies. Her work inspired a group of students to develop strategies for addressing the effects of these communication trends on the social development of young people. Their efforts produced the award-winning documentary “Celling Your Soul,” one of the first films to address the impact of smartphones from the perspective of the first digitally socialized generation. (Submitted)
Saturday, Nov. 2 was Westchester County’s final Household Recycling Day for 2018—but you don’t have to wait until next year to dispose of hard to get rid of waste. Westchester’s Household Material Recovery Facility, located at 15 Woods Road in Valhalla, is open year-round. Beginning on Jan. 1, 2019, the facility will be open from Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., accepting all of the household waste materials that can be collected at a recycling day. Through Dec. 31, the recovery facility is available to residents on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents who are interested in dropping off materials should contact the Westchester County Recycling HelpLine at 813-5425 to make an appointment. In addition to properly labelled household chemicals and other special wastes found in a typical household, residents can bring documents for shredding, and expired or unwanted medications for disposal on the first Tuesday of each month. Generally, the following items are accepted for safe disposal or recycling are: • Properly labelled household chemicals, such as: • Household cleaning products • Most automotive fluids (antifreeze, brake fluid and gasoline, but not motor oil) • Flammable liquids (kerosene,
butane, lighter fluid, turpentine) • Metal, jewelry and furniture polishes and waxes; wood preservatives • Fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides, herbicides • Photographic and swimming pool chemicals • Batteries—only vehicle, rechargeable or button cell • Fluorescent light bulbs and CFLs • Fire extinguishers • BBQ propane tanks (up to 20 pounds) • Mercury containing devices (thermometers and thermostats) • Electronic waste (TVs, computer monitors and towers) • Expired or unwanted medications, both over-the-counter and prescription • Personal documents for shredding (limit of four file-size boxes per household) • Tires Items that will not be accepted include paint (both latex and oil), non-rechargeable alkaline and carbon zinc batteries (they can be safely discarded in the trash), motor oil, smoke detectors, cell phones, explosives (flares, fireworks, ammunition), construction debris and hypodermic needles. Also, waste from businesses, schools or other institutions will not be accepted. For more information on what you can bring, visit environment. westchestergov.com/new-h-mrf or call 813-5425. (Submitted)
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County approves affordable housing in Port Chester A plan to build 34 affordable rental apartments for seniors in Port Chester is moving forward after the Westchester County Board of Legislators approved funding for the development by a unanimous vote on Oct. 29. The development at 25 South Regent St. in Port Chester will be a four-story building with 31 one-bedroom units, three two-bedroom units, a fitness center, a community room, a patio, a deck and 77 on-site parking spaces. The apartments will be available to seniors 62 and older with incomes that are 50-60 percent of Westchester's area median income, and will remain affordable for at least 50 years. On Monday, the board approved $3 million for the acquisition of the land—which will then be transferred to the developer, Regent Sawpit Holdings, LLC—as well as $1.3 million for infrastructure improvements in the area, including changes to the nearby intersection of Westchester Avenue and South Regent Street. “Partnering with municipalities to address community needs is the best way to leverage county funds for the benefit of all,” county Legislator Nancy Barr said. “In
The development at 25 South Regent St. in Port Chester will be a fourstory building available to seniors 62 and older with incomes that are 50-60 percent of Westchester’s area median income, and will remain affordable for at least 50 years. Rendering courtesy Jason Chervokas
this case, seniors will have a chance to rent beautiful, new apartments at affordable prices while residents of all ages will benefit from the traffic safety improvements at the corner of Westchester Avenue and South Regent Street.” Increasing access to affordable housing is a top priority for the Board of Legislators. Already in 2018, the board has approved developments that will create more than 200 new units of affordable housing in the county, including more than 100 for seniors.
"The development of affordable housing today delivers dividends for the residents of Westchester County for generations,” said board Chairman Ben Boykin. “Affordable housing for our seniors is especially important, giving seniors a chance to remain in communities they have called home for years. I'm proud that we've been able to move forward with these important developments to make life better and more affordable for the residents of Westchester." (Submitted)
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What’s going on... Harrison Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit harrisonpl.org.
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.
Saturday Stories (& a Craft, too!)
SCORE: One-On-One Mentoring
On Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Ease into Saturday at the Library’s Children’s Discovery Center. Manhattanville College student volunteers will informally read favorite picture books and do a craft. Suggested for ages 2 to 4 years old.
On Wednesdays 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 business in Westchester; writing or updating a business plan; identifying sources of funding and preparing documents for financing; creating a marketing plan; launching an additional location; and adjusting to growth. Registration is recommended. Call SCORE to schedule an appointment at 948-3907.
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.
Computer Tutors On Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Accomplished high school students in grades 10–12 will help senior citizens acquire computer skills. Senior citizens (beginners or intermediates) are invited to sign up for computer instruction. Please register online, at the Reference Desk, or by calling the library at 835-0324.
Pajama Party with Chloe On Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the
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. Chloe’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.
Conversational English On Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the West Harrison Branch. This is an informal program
of conversation and practice of the English language. Join in and make new friends.
Yoga with Angela On Fridays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Richard E. Halperin Memorial Library Building. Join popular local yoga instructor Angela Brandt for yoga with reading, crafts and hints woven in. The perfect start to a calm and fun weekend. For ages 6 to 12. Bring a mat, if you can, or use one of the library’s.
Recreation The spring/summer brochure is available at harrison-ny.gov/recreation. Please be aware that parents must have a current Recreation ID card to register a child for all programs. Please be prepared to show proof of residency with a current utility bill and a driver’s license. A school report card or progress report is required for a child ID card. The 2018 Recreation ID cards are currently available. Applications for activities can be found at the recreation centers and the Recreation Department website. For the Leo Mintzer Center in West Harrison, call 949-5265; the Sollazzo Center in downtown Harrison, 670-3179. The Recreation Hotline can be reached at 670-3039. For more information, visit harrison-ny.gov/recreation.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that
visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-740-9223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
County news Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 8625283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 8643000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.
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Report points to softening of Westchester real estate The suburbs north of New York City are beginning to see a real estate market that is softening, with prices leveling off, inventory rising in nearly every market and sales either flat or declining along with a decline in pending sales, according to a third quarter report from Houlihan Lawrence. In Westchester, home sales were
down 4.1 percent, Putnam was slightly up by 1 percent and Dutchess County was down by 11.3 percent due to lack of inventory, which was down 9.9 percent. Most areas of Westchester and Putnam counties had overall increases in inventory, with the Rivertowns showing a 19.9 percent increase and Northern and Northwest Westches-
ter at more than 5.7 percent. Notably, inventory continues to be low at the most affordable prices, homes priced below $500,000. With inventory on the rise in Westchester and Putnam, a troubling sign was the decrease in showing activity by 11 percent through the end of the quarter. Some of the decline could be at-
tributed to lower inventory at affordable price points. Showings are a leading indicator of pending sales, so it’s no surprise that pending sales are down across the board: down 6.9 percent in Westchester and Dutchess counties, down 2.2 percent in Putnam. Here are some trends to watch toward the end of the year: • The early fall market conditions are pointing to a chilly winter ahead. Despite inventory rising at
an even faster pace than the third quarter, showings continue to be down more than 11.5 percent. • More supply and less demand places potential home buyers in the driver’s seat. Yet with interest rates on the rise and wage growth nearly stagnant, buyers may not be interested in making a move anytime soon. • For sellers, the luxury of low inventory is gone and they need to price their homes competitively.
• In Westchester, homes priced correctly out of the gate sell, on average, in 49 days and at 99.8 percent of the asking price. Homes priced too high, ones that experience one or more price reductions, spend an average of 344 days on the market and sell for 82.4 percent of the original list price. Those numbers balloon as you move north, to as high as 443 days on the market and 77.7 percent of the original list price in Putnam after price reductions. (Submitted)
Submarkets at a Glance NYC Gateway (Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Pelham and Yonkers) Homes Sold: down 3% Median Sale Price: down 1% Lower Westchester (Bronxville, Eastchester, Edgemont, Scarsdale and Tuckahoe) Homes Sold: up 2% Median Sale Price: down 2% Rivertowns (Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings, Mount Pleasant, Pleasantville, Tarrytown, Briarcliff Manor, Elmsford, Irvington Ossining, Pocantico Hills) Homes Sold: down 2% Median Sale Price: down 4%
In Westchester County, home sales were down 4.1 percent, according to a third quarter report from Houlihan Lawrence.
Greater White Plains (Greenburgh, Valhalla and
White Plains) Homes Sold: down 6% Median Sale Price: down 4% Sound Shore (Blind Brook, Harrison, Mamaroneck, Port Chester, Rye City and Rye Neck) Homes Sold: down 3% Median Sale Price: up 5% Northern Westchester (Bedford, Byram Hills, Chappaqua, Katonah-Lewisboro, North Salem, and Somers) Homes Sold: down 16% Median Sale Price: up 4% Northwest Westchester (Croton-on-Hudson, Hendrick Hudson, Lakeland, Peekskill and Yorktown) Homes Sold: up 3% Median Sale Price: down 2%
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Tasting the night away in Westchester
On Oct. 29, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester held their 13th annual A Taste of Westchester: Food and Wine Tasting Event at the Renaissance Westchester Hotel in West Harrison. More than 300 attendees came out to sample scrumptious eats and treats and show support for Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, including the Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont. “Each year, A Taste of Westchester brings together renowned restaurants from across Westchester, offering guests the opportunity to sample some of the most wonderful food in the area,” said Linda Kuck, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s executive director, “while at the same time supporting a wonderful community of disabled adults and children in our county and the programs that serve them.” This year, more than 28 restaurants and beverage purveyors joined in the culinary showcase. The event featured a vodka and whiskey tasting lounge and a culinary display showcasing students from the Southern Westchester BOCES culinary program. The list of restaurants included Albanese’s Chocolate Fantasies, Angelina’s Ristorante, Antonees Gourmet Catering, Aries Wine and Spirits, Blue Moon Mexican Café, The Briarcliff Manor, Captain Lawrence Brewing Company, Chocolations, Coffee Labs Roasters, Edible Arrangements of Eastchester, The Gourmet Taste Catering, Hive Living Room + Bar, Karen Mayo Health and Wellness, Lulu Cake Boutique, The Luscious Little Dessert Company, Mariachi Mexico Armonk, NoMa Social, Quenas Restaurant, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Sam’s of Gedney Way, Southern Table, SWBOCES Culinary Arts, Texas de Brazil-Yonkers, Tito’s Vodka and Walter’s Hot Dogs. Sponsors for the event included Oxford United Healthcare, TD Bank, Westchester Ambulette, Kiamie East 32nd Street, Grassy Sprain Pharmacy, The Wolff Family, Connecticut Business Systems and Westchester Magazine. All proceeds of the event benefit Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, CPW, whose programs ensure that children and adults
with disabilities receive needed services and enjoy activities regardless of the level of their abilities. Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Since 1949, CPW has been the leading non-profit organization in Westchester and Fairfield counties provided essential
CPW board member Venita Osterer, Kiyoko Brown, Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont, executive director Linda Kuck and board president Richard Osterer.
CPW board member Lucas Dassler.
CPW board member Venita Osterer, executive director Linda Kuck, board president Richard Osterer and A Taste of Westchester Committee Chairwoman Trish Spano.
education services, direct services, vocational training, recreation, rehabilitation and advocacy to children and adults with developmental disabilities including autism, neurological impairments, intellectual disabilities, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. The organization’s motto is Realizing Tomorrow’s Potential . . . Today! For more information, contact Tia Levinson at 937-3800 x 353 or tia.levinson@cpwestchester. org.(Submitted)
Lobster fricassee in saffron broth with fennel and potatoes curtesy of The Hive of West Harrison—one of the samplings at A Taste of Westchester. Photos/Raphael Gibbs Jr.
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Coming together at a time of a tragedy HARRISON HAPPENINGS Mayor Ron Belmont
I would like to take this time to offer words of comfort and hope. The attack that took place at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, claimed innocent lives and injured several more. Each life is cherished and, through these dark days, I have been deeply moved by the outpouring of love, friendship and faith I have witnessed not only in Pennsylvania, but in our own community as well. I encourage all our residents, from all faiths, to draw strength from the sense of community we have in Harrison, especially now. My hope is that the Tree of Life congregation finds solace in celebrating the lives of those lost and that our community embraces each other as we move toward better times. To avoid the rush, please be aware that our area pre-school programs will be accepting applications, in November and December, for new families interested in the fall 2019 programs (2019-2020 school year). To avoid being excluded, contact any one of our excellent early childhood organizations Harrison Children’s Center, St. Gregory
the Great, Webster Avenue Nursery School, Harrison Presbyterian Nursery School, Purchase Children’s Center and Memorial Community Church Nursery School, to name a few. I would like to take this opportunity to remind residents to refer to our sanitation guidelines regarding the time to bring containers to the curb for pick up. My office has become aware that some residents have been prematurely leaving their garbage and recyclables curb side, creating an unattractive aesthetic. According to our Recycling and Solid Waste Disposal Guide, all garbage must be set out in containers before 6 a.m. on the day of collection, or after 5 p.m. the evening before collection. As a reminder, on Nov. 12 (Veteran’s Day holiday) Town Hall will be closed. Please make note of the sanitation schedule change for that week: Garbage and recycling normally collected on Monday, Nov. 12, will be collected on Tuesday, Nov. 13. Garbage and recycling normally collected on Tuesday, Nov. 13, will be collected on Wednesday, Nov. 14. There will be no Bulk Trash collected on Wednesday, Nov. 14. Recently, all three of Harrison’s Fire departments held their
annual inspections and I am happy to report that the condition of all Fire Department apparatus is outstanding. Each department should be commended for their commitment to excellence. “Call to Stewardship” will be the theme of the 2018 Annual Thanksgiving Service sponsored by the Interfaith Congregational Laymen’s Committee of Harrison, ICLC, to be held on Thursday, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. at The Greek Orthodox Church of Our Savior in Rye. As religions are diverse, vibrant and steeped in traditions, the aim of the ICLC has always been to encourage acceptance and understanding of the essential belief systems and practices of each faith. Each year, the committee extends an invitation, to the entire Harrison community, to become familiar with and celebrate the richness and value in all faiths. All are welcome. The next “Lunch with the Mayor” is on Friday, Nov. 9 and I will be at Sophia’s located at 212 Harrison Ave., in downtown Harrison. On Friday, Nov. 30, I will be at Silver Lake Cafe located at 17 Taylor Square in West Harrison. I will be at these locations from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and look forward to meeting with residents and talking about issues facing our community.
914INC. announces 2018 Women in Business awards 914INC., a Westchester Magazine publication, announced the 19 winners of its eighth annual Women in Business Awards. The honorees are profiled in the magazine’s Q4 issue, available now at newsstands throughout the region. The 19 winners will be honored at a celebratory awards luncheon featuring Keynote Speaker Catherine Rinaldi, the first female president of MTA Metro-North Railroad. The traditionally sold-out luncheon will take place Thursday, Nov. 15, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Tarrytown. Tickets are currently on sale at westchestermagazine.com/womeninbusiness. 914INC.’s annual Women in Business Awards pay tribute to a select group of female executives and entrepreneurs who were nominated by their supervisors, co-workers and peers. The magazine’s editors vet all nominees and choose an elite group of Westchester County women who have demonstrated a consistent level of success in their respective fields and have made a lasting impact both on the economy and in their communities. The magazine honors winners in four categories: entrepreneurs, executives, non-profit and government leader, as well as selecting one outstanding individual to receive the Editor’s Award for Transformative Achievement. Winners of the 2018 Women in Business Awards are: • Lynne Allan, chief operating officer, Greater Hudson Bank • Amy Allen, vice president, Westchester County Association • Taryn Duffy, vice president of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs, Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway
• Dawn French, senior vice president of Marketing & Community Relations, White Plains Hospital • Christina Gilmartin, communications director, city of Yonkers • Roxana Q. Girand, president and CEO, Sebastian Capital • Tibisay Guzmán, executive director and CEO, The Arc Westchester • Millie Hernandez-Becker, chief executive officer, Skyqueen Enterprises • Beth Leonard Hollis, Executive Vice President, Stew Leonard’s • Jennifer Howard, president and founder, JWH Design & Cabinetry • Maria Imperial, chief executive officer, YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester • Chereese Jervis-Hill, president, Events to Remember • Vicki McKinney, chief operating officer and chief revenue officer, Westmed Practice Partners • Jennifer Riekert, vice president of Communications & Strategic Initiatives, New York Medical College • Alana Sweeny, president and CEO, United Way of Westchester and Putnam • Jill Leonard Tavello, executive vice president of Culture & Communication, Stew Leonard’s • Kim Van Orman, senior vice president and chief human resources officer, USI
Insurance Services • Doris R. Varlese, general counsel, CareMount Medical Livia Straus, co-founder and board president of the Hudson Valley Museum of Contemporary Art, MOCA, is the recipient of the 2nd annual Editor’s Award for Transformative Achievement. The award recognizes the enormous impact she has had on the city of Peekskill through her development of the Hudson Valley MOCA, which has put Peekskill on the map in the international art world, brought in record numbers of tourists and dramatically boosted the city’s commercial development. Sponsors of this year’s Women in Business Luncheon include Atria Senior Living, Battle-Free Divorce Coaching, Buzz Creators, Inc., California Closets, CareMount Medical, Co-Communications, Inc., Concordia College New York, Events to Remember, Generation Yonkers, Greater Hudson Bank, Neiman Marcus, Professional Women of Westchester, Radisson Hotel New Rochelle, The Arc Westchester, The Westchester Bank, Westchester County Office of Economic Development, Westchester Talk Radio, White Plains Hospital, Women’s Enterprise Development Center and the Yonkers IDA. For more information on the Women in Business Awards Luncheon or to purchase tickets, go to westchestermagazine.com/womeninbusiness. (Submitted)
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Early childhood advocates share their vision More than 150 social workers, educators, health practitioners and advocates gathered at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel in Tarrytown to learn new methods and share best practices on the crucial time in a child’s life, which is
zero to age three. Westchester Children’s Association, WCA, hosted the event, which included their annual advocacy breakfast, but this year extended it to a full-day conference on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Dr.
Matthew Melmed, executive director of Zero To Three, an organization that promotes the health and development of infants and toddlers, started the day by delivering the Kathryn W. Davis Advocacy Address.
Melmed’s talk focused on the critical importance of the zero to age 3 stage of life in the social and emotional development of a child. A panel discussion followed and included Dr. Farhad Ameen, professor of Economics at Westchester Community College; Umran Beba, Global Diversity, engagement and tal-
ent officer at Pepsico; Dr. Lillian Berdichevsky, an Ob/Gyn with Westmed Medical Group: and Kate Breslin, president and CEO of the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy. “Investing in 0-3 more than pays off in the long run due to the decreased spending in later years on high ticket items such as remedial
From left, Dr. Lillian Berdichevsk with Westmed Medical Group;Maris Krasnow, board member with Westchester Children’s AssociationKate Breslin, president and CEO of the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy; Dr. Matthew Melmed; Umran Beba, Global Diversity, engagement and talent officer at Pepsico; Dr. Farhad Ameen, professor of Economics at Westchester Community College. Photo courtesy Joan Grangenois-Thomas
education and criminal justice systems,” Ameen said. “It is not only the right thing to do, it is the economically efficient thing to do.” Breslin drew attention to the collective impact model, stating, “Kids don’t exist separately from their parents. If mom has untreated depression, it has a tremendous impact on her kids.” Collective impact brings together all the actors that impact a child’s life to work toward a goal, rather than focusing on individual parts of the situation. Allison Lake, executive director of the WCA said that Melmed’s work in the 0 to 3 stage of life is critical. She went on to say, “We were thrilled to have Dr. Melmed as our keynote speaker. All our panelists offered unique perspectives, which I believe helped attendees to see the big picture, and the idea that there is a role for all of us to play in creating solutions.” WCA will release a follow-up report highlighting recommendations from the innovative working sessions which will inform the agency’s action plan. To find out more about the needs of Westchester’s children, view WCA’s latest series of Community Snapshots, which present data that impact a child’s life, as compared by Westchester County school districts. (Submitted)
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\Duke freshman Zion Williamson, center, poses with members of the Rye Garnets basketball team last January. On
Nov. 6, Williamson played his first NCAA game and finished with 28 points. Photo courtesy All eyes on Zion I’ve been watching sports long enough to know the dangers of buying into hype too early. I’ve seen countless iterations of the “next big thing”—be it Greg Oden, JaMarcus Russell or Ryan
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Leaf—ultimately flame out or fail to reach the heights once predicted for them at a tender age. But I’ll admit it; I’m all aboard the Zion Williamson bandwagon. On Nov. 6, the highly-touted Duke freshman made his NCAA debut, to much fanfare, against a Kentucky team whose No. 2
preseason ranking led many to believe that Williamson’s debut would not be an easy one. As it turns out, it was a veritable coronation. The 18-year-old shined in his first regular season college basketball game, dropping 28 points on the Wildcats and grabbing seven rebounds as the No. 4-ranked Blue Devils trounced Kentucky 118-84. Sure, Williamson wasn’t the only breakout star on the court for Duke; fellow freshmen RJ
Barrett and Cam Reddish combined with the forward to score 82 points on the night, but it was the manner in which Williamson has the ability to take over a game that has left scouts—and fans—drooling over the youngster’s potential. At 6-foot-7, 285 pounds, Williamson doesn’t have the typical physique of a potential frontcourt NBA player. Body-wise, he looks more similar to an offensive lineman. But Williamson’s size belies an unnatural athleticism that
Duke freshman Zion Williamson, center, poses with members of the Rye Garnets basketball team last January. On Nov. 6, Williamson played his first NCAA game and finished with 28 points. Photo courtesy @Ryebball
became his calling card, even in his high school years. He has a 45-inch vertical and a lightning-quick first step that, when combined with the fact he probably outweighs a Prius, make him absolutely unstoppable when he decides he wants to go to the rim. Against the Wildcats, he threw down an impressive array of dunks that showcased the raw power in his game that makes him such an intriguing prospect. Does he need seasoning? I’m sure; there are very few 18-yearolds ready to step right into the NBA’s limelight and live up to massive expectations. I’m sure that a season playing against the best collegiate players in the country will help him hone his craft—even if his footwork has already been called exemplary by basketball pundits. And I, for one, can’t wait to watch him grow as a player and to ply his trade against the rest of the ACC. I may hate Duke, and I sure won’t be rooting for them to win a national title. But every so often, a generational talent comes around and forces you to pay attention. I just hope Zion is worthy of the hype.
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