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December 1, 2017 | Vol. 5, Number 48 | www.mamaroneckreview.com
Town budget proposes 2.45 percent tax increase By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
TITANS COME UP BIG Rye Town/Harrison forward Joe Bucci
fires a puck towards the net against Monroe-Woodbury on Nov. 24. The Titans won all three of their games at the Guy Matthews Thanksgiving Invitational Hockey Tournament last weekend. For story, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith
Third-graders travel to Amazon rainforest with Google’s Expedition Third-grade students at F.E. Bellows Elementary School traveled to the Amazon rainforest and explored a variety of destinations without leaving their classrooms as part of Google’s Expeditions program, which allows students to experience a virtual 3-D environment. Using Google’s viewers and
smartphones, the students-who had been studying the Amazon rainforest and animal adaptations in their classes-visited the Borneo rainforest, as well as a school, playground and factory where local farmers bring their crops. William McKeon, the library media specialist at the school, used the Expeditions program ap-
plication and tablet to guide them along their virtual trip. “Being able to virtually step onto the forest floor and look up through the understory and onward toward the canopy gives the students a true understanding not only of the different parts of the rainforest, but they also get a feel for the vastness and importance
of the forest,” McKeon said. “A close-up look at animals of the rainforest is an exciting way to view animal adaptations in a ‘natural’ setting and bring into view what was only an abstract idea for most.” The students also learned EXPEDITION continued on page 8
On sound financial footing, the town of Mamaroneck will work toward the adoption of its 2018 budget, and with it, a modest tax rate increase that falls below the state-imposed tax cap. In the coming year’s tentative budget—which is set to be adopted in December and was originally introduced on Oct. 18—the town proposed a tax levy increase of $614,589, or 2.45 percent, which would clock in just below the New York state-imposed tax levy cap of 2.63 percent. The budget will total a little more than $39.1 million with a spending increase of 3.5 percent, or about $1.3 million over the current year’s budget. Aiding the town in its modest tax levy increase is what is being characterized as a healthy real estate market that saw increased home sales and an uptick in the average home value from $1.22 million to $1.25 million in 2017. According to the budget, in 2017, the town saw an increase of nearly $300 million in taxable property value. A holistic revaluation of the town’s property conducted four years ago has helped increase property values and the tax base. Like most other municipalities across Westchester County and New York state, the town has also turned to other forms of revenue to help bolster its primary
tax driver, property taxes, which account for more than 66 percent of its revenue. A tentative budget for 2018 proposes raising recreation fees—in part, due to the expansion of hockey and summer camp programs—by $94,000 and also building fees for licenses and permits by $78,000 over the current 2017 budget. While this year’s budget will maintain the town’s level of services, it will reduce its staff from 128 full-time positions to 127. According to Town Administrator Stephen Altieri, the town has reduced a full-time administrative position into a part-time role. Salaries for town employees— the biggest budgetary expense for the town—will grow by 3.3 percent to just under $15 million with all of the town’s major unions under contract as of 2017. Down the road, Altieri said that the town will budget for millions of dollars in sewer repairs meant to stop the process of water inflow into Mamaroneck’s sewer pipes. He said that the town finished conducting an analysis of its sewer infrastructure in September and as part of an agreement with the county, and spurred by a lawsuit from environmental advocacy group Save the Sound, the town will look to invest about $2.8 million into repairs. TAX continued on page 9
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Tom Petty Tribute Band to perform at Empire City
Dan the Torpedoes will perform at Empire City Casino on Dec. 4 at 8 p.m. Photo courtesy Facebook.com/pettytunes
The recent death of Tom Petty has left a void for many heartbroken fans who enjoyed nothing more than attending one of his many concerts and hearing the legendary singer belt out classics like “American Girl,” “Wildflowers,” “Free Fallin’,” “I Won’t Back Down,” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream.” While that void may never be filled, the renowned Tom Petty Tribute Band, Damn the Torpedoes, will keep Petty’s spirit alive when they perform at Empire City Casino on Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. Damn the Torpedoes, named after Petty’s 1979 album of the same name which went triple platinum, has been performing the music of Petty for more than a decade and plans to continue performing the musical catalogue which contains more than four
decades of music from the icon. As part of the concert, the band will supplement their lively renditions with recordings of original Petty live shows. “Petty’s music is legendary and legions of fans across the tristate area are mourning the singer-songwriter’s tragic Oct. 2 passing just before what would have been his 67th birthday,” said Taryn Duffy, director of public affairs at Empire City Casino. “Empire City Casino is well-known for our live entertainment offerings, particularly our tribute bands, and we wanted to provide this opportunity to those fans. It’s going to be a special evening.” “We’re very excited to be paying tribute to the legacy of a true American icon on this night. Hope everyone will join us for an evening of Tom Petty music… lots of hits, and
lots of deep cuts. See you there,” said Rich Kubicz, lead singer of Damn the Torpedoes. As the premier entertainment destination in the northeast with the sixth-largest gaming floor in the country, yearround harness racing, regular live entertainment, comedy and a plethora of dining options, Empire City Casino has a proud tradition of hosting the most renowned tribute bands in the country. Recently, The Landsharks performed a Jimmy Buffet tribute at the casino. Damn the Torpedoes will perform in the casino’s Entertainment Lounge on the first floor. There is no cost to attend. For more information on Damn the Torpedoes’ performance or other upcoming events, please visit empirecitycasino.com. (Submitted)
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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library
Hour of Code On Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Looking for a fun activity on a day when school dismisses early? All second- to fifth-graders are invited to come to the Mamaroneck Public Library Tech Room to celebrate “Hour of Code” week. Develop a game in Minecraft, Star Wars, Frozen or invent one of tennis or soccer. Registration is required by calling 630-5894 or stopping by the library.
Super Kids Club For more information on hours and programs, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.
All Ages Storyhour & Craft On Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Stories that will appeal to kids of all ages and their caregivers, followed by a craft simple enough for the little kids and creative enough for the big kids. This program is ongoing and requires no registration.
Bilingual Storytime – Hora Del Cuento Bilingüe On Monday, Dec. 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. A Spanish and English storytime for all ages. El lunes, 4 de diciembre de 10:30 a.m. a 11 a.m. en la Program Room. Una hora del cuento bilingüe para todas las edades.
Walk Your Way to Better Health On Tuesdays from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Community Room. Adults are invited to burn calories and get in shape in this new low-impact exercise class. Walking is a simple way to get exercise. The class will follow along with Leslie Sansone’s Walking series. These DVDs are low-impact and take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. All participants must sign a waiver beforehand, and should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. To register, call the Reference Desk at 630-5887.
Reading Together On Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Children who are just beginning to learn to read, or want to practice reading, are invited to sign up for a reading time with the library’s adult volunteer, Joan Shapiro, a community parent who has worked in the New York City school system and enjoys working with children. For grades K–3, 15 minutes; grades four and five, 25 minutes. Registration is required. Please stop by the Children’s Room or call the library at 630-5894 to register.
On Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Snow people spectacular! Snowman stories, games, and crafts, for children in grades K–3. Participants will join together and build a 3-D snowperson out of recycled materials. No registration required.
Girls Who Code On Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Program Room. This program is open to sixth- to 12th-grade girls. Explore coding in a fun and friendly environment, two hours per week after school. Space is limited. Registration is required by calling the library at 630-5894. You must bring your own laptop—a limited number of laptops are available for in-program use.
Holiday Gift Making
calmer, more relaxed and better focused every time you meditate. Try it for free and see. No registration required.
Reilly League of Artists exhibition
On Saturday, Dec. 2 through Friday, Dec. 29. This new exhibit featuring the artists of the Reilly League will open in the Oresman Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to everyone during normal library hours. In the exhibit, the artists have sometimes included groupings of paintings with the same Sci-Fri: Simple Machines subject, indicating the pieces were done at the same On Friday, Dec. 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. time at the Reilly League’s White Plains studio. When the artists do this, variations in the artists’ For grades 3–5. Come learn about simple machines vision are easy to see. In other instances, only one as we use them to build our own jumping toys. Onpainting of a subject is shown and identifying marks line registration required. of an artist are more subtle. Additionally, there will Community news be a reception the gallery on Thursday, Dec. 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Girl Scout Holiday Gift and Craft Fair
Yoga for Kids On Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For ages 3 to 5. Kids will learn poses, breathing exercises and an awareness of their body through stories and music. They will laugh, stretch, build up strength and learn invaluable tools to calm and energize their bodies and minds. Online registration required.
Gingerbread Houses
On Saturday, Dec. 9 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Join the library in creating jewelry, bath scrubs, and other gifts. This program is suitable for children in grades 1–6. Registration is limited to 20 children. To register, please call 6305894.
On Monday, Dec. 4 from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at the Village Center. For grades six and up. No matter which holiday you celebrate, decorating a gingerbread house is tons of fun. Sign up online now for this messy, sugary extravaganza.
Library Budget Vote
The American Dream (or Nightmare): How Novels Portray America
On Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be a special election of the village of Mamaroneck for the purpose of voting upon: whether the library tax allocation for the 2018-2019 fiscal year proposed by the Board of Trustees of the Mamaroneck Public Library District shall be approved or disapproved; and the election of five library trustees.
Larchmont Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.
Saturday Sahaja Meditation On Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon at the Village Center. Imagine being able to awaken your spiritual energy and to experience and enjoy the many benefits of meditation almost immediately. You will feel
yourself in the world of cutting-edge coding. Using Python on laptops and with the help of professional coders, participants will explore basic programming concepts like variables, loops, functions and conditional statements in the context of real-world scenarios, such as the score for a basketball team or the landing of an exploration rover on Mars. Participants wwll also try basic algorithms such as bubble sort and quicksort. No experience necessary. Online registration required.
On Monday, Dec. 4 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Michael P. Coords Activity Room. This activity continues on Dec. 4 and 18. Online registration required for all sessions. What has the American Dream meant in the past, and what does it mean today? Does the dream still live? Has its meaning changed over the years? What happens to people who attain it and who fail to attain it? Join Catherine Wald and through the lens of these Pulitzer Prize fiction winners, participants will explore this rich and multilayered topic. The American Dream series is sponsored by Humanities NY. Books will be available in the library three weeks prior to each session. On Dec. 4, “The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao” by Junot Diaz will be discussed; and on Dec. 18, “Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri.
Tech Tuesdays On Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Need help getting hooked up with e-books, etc.? Just curious about what the library has to offer? On Tuesdays, you can get help in the main floor Tutor Room from a librarian who will be there ready and willing to help you. While focusing on the library’s services, the librarian is willing to take a stab at any technological problem you may have. By appointment only. Register online or call the Information Desk at 834-2281 ext. 3.
Cutting Edge Coding On Thursday, Dec. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Village Center. For grades six and up. Immerse
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The Girl Scouts of Larchmont-Mamaroneck will be holding their annual Holiday Gift and Craft Fair on Sunday, Dec. 3 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Larchmont Girl Scout House, located at 90 Harmon Drive. Local vendors and Girl Scout troops will be selling hand made gifts and crafts. Refreshments and baked goods will be available for purchase, as well as ingredients to make your own s’mores outside around the campfire. Admission is free and the fair is open to the public.
LEGOLAND Westchester Bricktacular Tis the season to be jolly at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester during Bricktacular. Join in on the festive holiday fun every weekend in December as you walk through a Winter Wonderland-themed MINILAND searching for LEGO presents in a bricktastic scavenger hunt. Help the LEGO delivery truck get all of the hidden presents delivered by the holiday for a chance to win a family four pack of annual passes. Snap a photo with our custom holiday themed builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddoloni, and enjoy winter and holiday-themed mosaic builds in the Master Builder Academy. All visitors receive a limited edition Collector Holiday LEGO Brick. Annual pass members can keep warm with a free hot chocolate every weekend. On Christmas Day, the center will be open for Bricktacular’s last day. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St., Yonkers. Tickets start at $15.95; children under 2 are free. Opening hours for Bricktacular in December: Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Monday, Dec. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 866-243-0770 or visit legolanddiscoverycenter.com/westchester. 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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‘A Bronx Tale’ launches sports memorabilia collection
Calogero Lorenzo “Chazz” Palminteri the film and stage actor famous for his Broadway hit “A Bronx Tale,” presents his new line of collectibles with Steiner Sports Memorabilia.
Calogero Lorenzo “Chazz” Palminteri, a Bronx native, film and stage actor, writer of the Broadway hit “A Bronx Tale” has announced a collection for“A Bronx Tale” in collaboration with Steiner Sports Memorabilia. Palminteri, favorite son of the Bronx, was at Gino’s Pastry Shop at 580 East 187th Street in the Belmont Section of the Bronx, on Nov. 21, to announce his new product line of collectibles with Steiner Sports Memorabilia. “I have tremendous pride that I come from this neighborhood. Too many people want to forget where they come from. I want to remind people where I came from. If I didn’t grow up in The Bronx, there wouldn’t be ‘A Bronx Tale,’” Palminteri said. Palminteri grew up steps away from Gino’s. “The saddest thing in life is wasted talent” is a saying that Palminteri’s father used throughout his life, an epic line from “A Bronx Tale.” These classic lines from the script, are the centerpieces of the collection which includes subway signs, display cases, and autographed baseballs which were showcased at Gino’s for the unveiling. “We came up from very humble beginnings. That’s why I de-
Items in the collection include signed baseballs, subway signs and display cases. Contributed photos
cided to do this line with Steiner Sports. Those quotes on the cards my dad left in my room
[that are now on the baseballs] always motivated me,” Palminteri said. (Submitted)
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using NASA technology By TAYLOR BROWN General Assignment Reporter Feeling inspired after an extensive recovery from surgery, and completing her first half marathon, Hema Nambiar went on to create her own clothing line. Nambiar, a resident of Larchmont and founder of 13-one, uses Heatsheets, a material used in the one-time use insulated blankets runners put on after a marathon to regulate their body temperatures, in her line of outdoor jackets. Nambiar, 48, participated in her first marathon three years after undergoing surgery to fix her ruptured diaphragm. She explained she was born with a diaphragmatic hernia, a birth defect that causes an opening in the diaphragm, a muscle that plays a necessary role in respiration. This is usually caught when a person is younger, however Nambiar was much older when it was discovered. “I was lucky enough to be 37, and had three kids, and it held,” Nambiar said. The rupture caused Nambiar’s internal organs to move into her chest cavity, collapsing one of her lungs and limiting her ability to breathe. Two years after her initial
surgery to fix the problem, she suffered the same affliction. For her second surgery, Nambiar saw a doctor at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center who gave her a synthetic diaphragm. “I’m practically bionic woman,” she said. After enduring all of this, Nambiar wanted more than anything to get back to her active lifestyle. She said that once she completed the half marathon, she was overcome with a lot of different emotions, but mainly she felt like her life was finally getting back to normal. From here, she began to brainstorm ideas for 13-one, the name of which is based on how many miles are in a half marathon, 13.1. “I was just thinking about the races, and what a cool technology the Heatsheets were,” she said. Nambiar began pursuing her businesses in 2015, when she was accepted into the Goldman Sachs/Tory Burch 10,000 Small Business Program, which helps provide business education to small, female-led companies. With these newly acquired skills under her belt, Nambiar reached out to AFM Heatsheets, the manufacturer of insulated blankets
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13-one sells wind breakers, full zip jackets and trench coats that can protect from all the elements.
that use technology developed by NASA to help protect astronauts and spacecrafts during travel from the heat, cold and water. Nambiar said she was fascinated by the technology, and wondered if there was a way turn the Heatsheets blankets into something useable for everyday life. She explained that from here, Nambiar approached them with her idea of incorporating their technology into a jacket line. “I think she’s really come up with a wonderful concept for what women are looking for,” said Lacie Flannery, vice president of AFM Heatsheets. By November 2016, Nambiar was launching a Kickstarter campaign with a goal of raising $10,000 by December 2016. In one month, Nambiar raised more than $14,000 from 83 backers. Flannery explained the process of creating the jackets from start to finish took seven months. “For her to incorporate [Heatsheets technology] into an everyday use jacket was really smart,” Flannery said. “The reception has been really positive.” Ruth Bradley, of Larchmont, said she owns a 13-one trench coat which she described as Hema “quite chic.” Bradley explained she finds the light weight jacket easy to travel with, and thinks it would be ideal for a wide range of people. “I mean it’s good for athletes, outdoorsy people, [and] people just around town picking up their kids from school,” she said. 13-one jackets can be found at Parkers, a retail store in Rye that sells outdoor apparel, and online at 13-one.com. “[Nambiar] is our only partner that actually uses our technology for apparel, which is exciting,” Flannery said. Nambiar said she hopes to continue to expand the clothing brand’s reach. “I want everyone to open up their holiday gifts and have a 13-one [product inside],” Nambiar said. CONTACT: taylor@hometwn.com
Hema Nambiar, founder of 13-one. Photos courtesy 13-one.com
Hema Nambiar said the jackets were inspired by the Heatsheets runners wear after a marathon.
The jackets use Heatsheets technology to control the wearers body temperatures, even in Iceland.
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Wrapped with Love event launches Christmas drive Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway employees were in the Christmas spirit, joined by General Counsel Timothy Rooney Jr. at
the inaugural Wrapped with Love volunteer event to assist those in need during the holiday season on Nov. 13 in the casino’s
Good Time Room. The supportive staffers wrapped toys that will be donated to Catholic Charities and the Yon-
Clothing and toy donations made to Empire City Casino will benefit families throughout Westchester County. Photo courtesy Facebook.com/empirecitycasino
kers-based Aisling Irish Community Center as part of 11th Annual Christmas Spirit Coat & Toy Drive. The gifts will assist the organization’s local families this upcoming holiday season. Monsignor Kevin Sullivan,
executive director of Catholic Charities, and Órla Kelleher, executive director of Aisling Irish Community Center, were on hand for the festivities to accept the donations. State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, Liam McLaughlin, Yonkers city council president, Michael Sabatino, Yonkers city council member, joined Rooney in support of the program, reminding the public that there is need in Westchester County. Bob Galterio, Empire City’s COO, was also in attendance. Rooney, on behalf of Empire City Casino, was more than in the Christmas spirit, surprising Sullivan with a generous $10,000 check donated to Catholic Charities to assist with essentials that might be needed by families. Scott Nicholson, president of the Gander Group’s eastern corporate office, also participated in the gift-wrapping and donation. For the past several years, a truckload of new toys has been donated to the drive by Josh Blake, CEO of the Gander Group, a California-based company. Blake has made considerable toy donations to the drive for six con-
secutive years, clearly illustrating commitment and loyalty, which are important pieces of the company’s mission. Another annual key contributor to the effort is John Lennon, owner of Yonkers-based Smart Move & Storage, who generously donated his company’s services to transport all the wrapped toys to Catholic Charities’ headquarters. During the first 10 years of the initiative, Empire City has collected 10,000 toys and 3,500 coats to families and children in need. The community effort, now in its second decade continued through Nov. 30. Though Westchester County is often considered to be an affluent and wealthy community because of its median income of $83,422, there are still extreme pockets of poverty (nearly 10 percent living in poverty), and 31 percent of that population is under the age of 17. In addition, 12 percent of families do not have anyone working in the household, and 52 percent of those in poverty are single parents. Those assembled at the event encouraged both corporations and individuals to give back to the community. For more information on Empire City Casino visit Empirecitycasino.com. (Submitted)
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Wartburg offers spiritual care training program Reilly League of Artists exhibited in Larchmont
Wartburg’s Spiritual Care Visitor Skills-Based Training Program graduates. Contributed photo
Wartburg hosted a free eightweek Spiritual Care Visitor Skills-Based Training Program specifically designed for volunteers. The training program was presented by Caroline Cella of Embrace Caretaking, in partnership with Wartburg. Twenty participants, from throughout the local communities, successfully completed the program. “An individual’s spirituality is an integral part of their well-being,” said David J. Gentner, Wartburg president and CEO. “We recognize and welcome the cultural, spiritual and religious diversity of each member of our Wartburg family. Through our newly introduced Spiritual Care Visitor Skills-Based Training Program, we affirm our commitment to provide attentive and compassionate care to all our residents.” “This new initiative enables us to provide quality one-onone visits with our residents at
Wartburg. Spiritual Care Visitors are especially trained to listen and provide encouragement, support, and hope to those who find themselves experiencing the losses that come with aging,” noted Rev. Carol E. A. Fryer, Wartburg director of Spiritual Care and Church Relations. “We anticipate that our residents will receive numerous benefits from spending quality time with our volunteer visitors as they develop meaningful relationships. These volunteers will help ensure Wartburg’s mission - to provide ministries of healing and hope nurturing the body, mind and spirit of those entrusted to our care – remains constant.” The weekly two and half hour classes, held in Wartburg’s Gatz Conference Center, presented in-depth training on topics including: faith sharing, communication skills, aging and illness issues, interactive exercises, discernment and grief. During the final session, train-
ees visited with residents in Wartburg’s Waltemade Skilled Nursing Facility, utilizing the skills that they had developed during their sessions. Upon completing the training program, participants are qualified to be volunteer Spiritual Care Visitors at Wartburg under the supervision of Fryer. The Spiritual Care Visitors will be assigned residents with whom they will meet regularly. They will gather as a group with Fryer for support and debriefing. “Spiritual care visitors do not replace chaplains,” Cella said. “They succeed with ongoing supervision and continued education and faith formation. Their pastoral care skills will increase with practice, as they bring comfort to residents of all faiths at Wartburg.” Please contact Fryer at Cfryer@wartburg.org or call 5135162, if you are interested in becoming a Spiritual Care Visitor at Wartburg. (Submitted)
“Landscape.” Photo courtesy Ann Post
The Larchmont Public Library’s Oresman Gallery presents “Art in December,” a new exhibit of paintings by the artists of the Reilly League. The exhibit opened in the Oresman Gallery on Dec. 2, and will remain on display through Dec. 29. The exhibit is free and open to everyone during normal library hours. The artists will host a reception in the Gallery on Dec. 7, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The reception is also free, and everyone is welcome. “Art in December” brings together an unusual amalgam of artists from all over Westchester County with distinct personal visions in this new exhibit. Many
of the exhibited works have never been on public view. The Reilly League draws on the uniqueness of the League’s individual member artists. At the League’s studio in White Plains, artists work together mornings, afternoons and evenings to draw or paint from a live model or still life. Consequently, the subject of the paintings is drawn or painted from a multitude of artist perspectives, in a diversity of media, with a variety of objectives. The singular vision of the artist is always present. In “Art in December” the artists have sometimes included groupings of paintings with the same subject, indicating the pieces were done at the same time at
the League’s White Plains studio. When the artists do this, variations in the artist’s vision are easy to see. In other instances, only one painting of a subject is shown and identifying marks of an artist are subtler. When artists work together at the Reilly League, they become part of a larger collaboration. Identifying and working together as artists makes each artist’s work stronger, more focused and enjoyable for the artists themselves as well as for viewers of the paintings. For more information about the Reilly League of Artists, visit Reillyleague.com or call 7912160. (Submitted)
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about the preservation of trees and animals that are threatened by clear-cutting practices. In addition, they became acquainted with indigenous people and sustainable practices, which the students will further explore during their study on Latin America in fifth grade. Melanie Kramer, a third-grader, said her favorite part of the experience was feeling like she was actually in the rainforest. “You get to see everything,” she said. “You just look into the glasses. I learned that people are living in the rainforest and making their habitat smaller.” (Submitted)
F.E. Bellows Elementary School third-graders travel to the Amazon rainforest and explore a variety of destinations without leaving their classrooms as part of Google’s Expeditions program. Photo courtesy Rye Neck school district
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Latimer joins BCW’s speaker series Fresh off the campaign trail, Sen. George Latimer, Westchester County executive-elect, will address the Business Council of Westchester, BCW, in one his first public speaking engagements in his new role as the county’s chief executive. Latimer will address the BCW on Dec. 12 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown as part of the BCW’s Key Bank Speakers Series. Marsha Gordon, president and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester, said the event would provide members with a rare opportunity to get an inside look at Latimer’s priorities for the county’s future and his plans for economic development. “We were honored that the new county executive has chosen to make one of his first public appearances at our Key Bank Speakers Series,’’ she said. “We will be very interested to hear about his plans for the transition and his thoughts on promoting economic development in Westchester.” Admission is $65 for members and $75 for future members. Tickets can be reserved by visiting thebcw.org (Submitted) TAX from page 1
The state of sewer infrastructure across Westchester has come under scrutiny throughout the past several
Westchester’s Instagram travel guide wins 2 awards County Executive Rob Astorino is excited to announce that Westchester recently won two major marketing and advertising awards for the “Bestchester” InstaTravel Guide. Created for Westchester County Tourism and Film in collaboration with their digital agency partner Fifteen Degrees, Instagram users are just a few taps away from the best of Westchester. The county earned Gold from the W3 Awards and Silver from the Davey Awards, both in the Social Media and Branding categories. “Westchester’s tourism market brought in $1.8 billion in 2016 and continues to grow,” Astorino said. “Westchester is honored to
receive these prestigious awards for our efforts that make exploring Westchester a fun, interactive and convenient experience for residents and visitors alike.” From cozy hotels and micro-breweries to apple orchards and river boat tours, the InstaTravel Guide serves as the web’s first pictorial, interest-based, Instagram-only travel guide. Organized into clever categories like Questchester for hiking & biking, Zestchester for restaurants, Harvestchester for farms & orchards and Fetchester for dog friendly locations, the guide is useful for both spontaneous daytrippers and long-range planners. Both international competi-
tions recognize outstanding creative achievement in marketing and advertising, with specific categories in Social Media and Branding. W3, which received 5,000 worldwide, bestowed the Guide with the 2017 Gold for Social Features—Experimental & Innovation. From Davey, a creative award that received 4,000 entrees, focused exclusively on outstanding creative work from the best small agencies, the Guide received the Silver for Social Features—Outstanding Brand Social Page. The Westchester County InstaTravel Guide can be found on Instagram at @Visitwestchesterny. (Submitted)
Sen. George Latimer, Westchester County executive-elect. Contributed photo
years after Save the Sound brought a lawsuit against the municipalities for what it alleged were violations of the EPA’s Clean Water Act. Many of those municipali-
ties have since come to settlements agreeing to provide critical repairs under a court-imposed timeline. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com Westchester County has won two awards in marketing and advertising for the Instagram travel guide at @Visitwestchesterny. Photo courtesy Westchestergov.com
The 2018 tentative budget for the town of Mamaroneck will clock in under the state mandated tax cap and take aim at critical repairs to its sewer infrastructure. File photo
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Toys for Tots donation drive hosted at Westy centers Westy Self Storage continues in Port Chester, located at 351 The pilot program was so sucits support of the Toys for Tots N. Main St. and 299 Boston cessful that the Marine Corps adDonation Drive for the 19th year. Post Road. opted Toys for Tots in 1948 and This drive will run until Dec. 19. Toys for Tots began in 1947 expanded it into a nationwide The Westy centers in Westchester when the wife of Major Bill Hen- campaign and since then has disare hosting this drive as desig- dricks, USMCR, handcrafted a tributed over 370 million toys to nated drop off locations for do- Raggedy Ann doll and asked her more than 173 million children. nations. In addition to collection, husband to deliver the doll to an “Toys for Tots Westchester Westy will also provide storage organization which would give County is proud to once again for the donations as well as assist it to a needy child at Christmas. partner with Westy Self Storage. with final delivery. When they realized that no such For many years Westy has supThe U.S. Marine Corps Re- organization existed, they decid- ported the Toys for Tots camserve, USMCR, Toys for Tots ed to start one. That Christmas a paign and has been instrumental Program collects new, unwrapped group of Marine Reservists in Los in our success of collecting and toys for less fortunate children in Angeles collected and distributed redistributing toys to the disadvanthe local communities. A shiny 5,000 toys to needy children. taged children of our communinew toy delivers the mesty,” said Steve Topilnycky, sage of hope to needy Westchester Coordinator, youngsters. Toys for Tots. This act of kindness Westy is open for drop will help motivate the chiloff seven days a week. dren to grow into responHours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. sible, productive, patriotic weekdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. citizens and community Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to leaders. 4 p.m. on Sundays. Please help make Call 997-7771 or visit Christmas special by Westy.com for directions. dropping off a donation “We are proud to again at Westy Self Storage in be part of the Toys for White Plains, located at Tots program,” said Tim 179 Westmoreland Ave.; Mincin, district director of in Elmsford, located at Westy Self Storage, White 395 Saw Mill River Road; Westy Self Storage center has five different Plains. “Every child dein Tuckahoe, located at donation drop offs in locations in Westchester serves a special gift at 65 Marbledale Road; or County. Photo courtesy Westy.com Christmas.” (Submitted)
The Toys for Tots donation drive runs through Dec. 19. Photo courtesy Twitter.com/ToysForTots_US
F.E. Bellows fourth-graders perform circus tricks F.E. Bellows Elementary School fourth-graders, who had been working with performers from Cirque du Jour for a week to master a variety of circus tricks, demonstrated their newly acquired skills during a special circus performance for classmates, teachers and parents on Nov. 17.
The students were given the opportunity to select which skills they’d like to present at the performance, which included plate spinning, juggling, devil sticks, Chinese yo-yo, clowning, and stilt walking. The activities were designed to support the students’ physical fit-
ness and strengthen their fine motor skills. In addition, the learning experience helped build their confidence and enhance their ability to collaborate with peers. The interactive workshops were made possible thanks to the generous support of the PTSA. (Submitted)
F.E. Elementary School students show off their juggling skills. Photos courtesy Rye Neck school district
The fourth-graders practice their tricks for a week with performances from Cirque du Jour.
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A bitter farewell in 1999. The result, over the last 18 years, was a “Championship LIVE MIKE Week” that featured 12 high-ocMike Smith tane games, playing oftentimes to a packed house, to cap the loThis March, when the eventu- cal season. With the section finals now al Section I basketball champions hoist the Gold Ball after the scheduled to be held at Pace— final whistle, the backdrop—for which can only fit 2,400 fans— the first time in a while—won’t and Section I looking to find be the historic Westchester homes for its semifinal round games, it’s inevitable that we County Center. On Nov. 27, Section I offi- will end up losing touch with a cials announced in a press re- big portion of the area’s hoops lease that, this year, breaking history. Section I and the Westchester with a longstanding tradition, the boys and girls basketball fi- Parks Department couldn’t seem nals will be held at Pace Univer- to reach a financial agreement to sity’s Goldstein Center in Pleas- keep the tradition going, which antville instead of Westchester’s is unfortunate. Of course it’s most famous arena, news that easy for me—and those decrycomes as a grave disappoint- ing the decision—to have issue ment to area hoops fans and with the move without a greater grasp of the dollars and cents players alike. For as long as anyone can re- involved. But it’s clear that for member, the 4,000-seat County many area hoopsters, the chance Center has been the Mecca of to play at the historic arena was high school basketball. Since priceless. And forgetting the long-term 1933, the venue has played host to the boys’ championship and impact that the venue has had semifinal rounds, with girls’ on local basketball—several teams getting in on the action coaches I’ve spoken to this year
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have still listed “Getting to the County Center” as shorthand for reaching their class’ final four—the logistics of the move is going to be absolutely nightmarish. Pace’s Goldstein Center is certainly a serviceable arena, and played host to the Section I volleyball finals. But parking for those games, which drew far fewer fans than the basketball championships figure to, was problematic. Not to mention the reduced space means that scores of fans will likely be turned away from the marquee matchups, meaning that the raucous student sections that have become as much a part of the County Center experience as the basketball itself may be a thing of the past. But as much as it may hurt right now, this too shall pass. Given the rapid turnover of high school rosters, it probably won’t take long before Pace University is thought of as the “home” of Section I basketball. It may take older fans a while to warm up to the idea, sure, but in
This year, the Section I basketball championships will have a new home at Pace University. That news is tough to swallow for local fans and players alike. Photo/Mike Smith
the end, these games aren’t really about them. Let’s just see how long it takes “Making it to Pace” to become
a common part of the local basketball vernacular. My guess is it will be sooner than we think. But that doesn’t mean it won’t
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Titans off to hot start ICE HOCKEY
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Game Notes: • Max Chalfin & Jack Shapiro scored 2 goals apiece • Goaltender Nico Barry was named game Most Valuable Player • The Titans finished the Matthews Tourney with 3 wins By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor If their performance at the Guy Matthews Thanksgiving Invitational Hockey Tournament is any indication, the Rye Town/Harrison Titans could be poised for big things this winter. With three wins in three days—against teams from both Section I and beyond—the Titans look to be a formidable squad, and should soon start to make noise as the rest of the area teams get underway this week.
Jack Shapiro battles Monroe-Woodbury’s Paul McKeon for the puck.
Matt Milone moves the puck along the boards. Milone had a goal in the Titans’ 8-3 win over Monroe-Woodbury.
Rye Town/Harrison wasted little time in their season opener on Nov. 24, as they scored two goals in the
Max Chalfin looks for open ice against the Crusaders. Photos/Mike Smith
first four minutes against Section IX’s Monroe-Woodbury at the Ebersole Ice Rink en route to an 8-3 thrashing of the
Crusaders. Max Chalfin and Jack Shapiro both scored twice while Mark Hlushko, Matt Milone, Christian Pizzutello and Keiran Storch all found the net in the Titans’ first win under newly appointed head coach Rich Myers. According to Chalfin, the importance of a quick start was impressed upon the Titans’ skaters prior to the game. “We were just moving the puck well, and we were really eager to be out there starting the season,” Chalfin said. “I don’t think there has really been that much of a learning curve, we’ve known Rich and [assistant coach] Jamie [Funigiello] for a while, and they’ve come and fit right in here.” Nico Barry, who made six saves in two periods of work, was named the opening game’s Most Valuable Player in his Titans debut. After an uneventful first period, Barry faced considerable pressure in the second, but managed to buckle down and help preserve the team’s lead. “Early on, it was a lot of stopping and starting and I think it was like
10 minutes in between them getting a shot,” Barry said. “But the guys played really good in front of me, we didn’t have a lot of cross-ice passes in our own zone, and offense is really the best defense; it took a lot of pressure off me.” The Titans kept up their momentum throughout the weekend, earning a 4-3 win over New Rochelle on Nov. 25, on Jack Shapiro’s third and final goal of the game with 1:25 left to play, and erasing an early 2-0 deficit against Lakeland on Sunday to top the Panthers 7-3. At 3-0 on the year, the Titans will hope to continue their streak when they get back on the ice on Dec. 10 against Iona Prep. According to Chalfin, the team will spend the next few weeks fine-tuning their style as they hope to improve upon last year’s 11-9 record. “It’s definitely big,” he said. “This gives us confidence and it motivates us even more. We’re looking to that eventual goal of a state championship.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Nico Barry makes a glove save against the Crusaders on Nov. 24. Barry was named the game’s Most Valuable Player.
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