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Astorino vetoes budget; legislators look to override By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
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Michael Carducci skates with the puck during Mamaroneck’s Dec. 12 win at the Hommocks Ice Rink. The Tigers topped visiting White Plains 5-1. For story, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith
Bedford supervisor to run for Latimer Senate seat By JAMES PERO Staff Writer Bedford Supervisor Chris Burdick, a Democrat, will add to a pool of candidates looking to fill the seat of former state Sen. George Latimer, as he readies to take the reins as Westchester
County executive next month. In a statement on Dec. 5, Burdick said he’s ready to take his political career a step further. “I am looking forward to taking that record, and my work ethic, to the next level by representing the residents of the 37th Senatorial District,” he said.
Burdick has served as Bedford supervisor since 2013 and had prior to that served as a councilman dating back to 2007. Among Burdick’s priorities are building party unity, using his candidacy announcement as an opportunity to criticize the Independent Democratic Con-
ference, IDC, a group of eight state senators who were elected as Democrats but often side with Republican leadership in a power-sharing agreement with the GOP. Though Democrats have a SENATE continued on page 8
Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, is expected to veto an incoming budget after county lawmakers voted to include a tax levy increase—something Astorino hasn’t done since being elected in 2010—in their revision of his proposed budget for 2018. In a statement issued on Dec. 11, Astorino revealed his plans to veto the most recent budget plan put forward by lawmakers. “There’s no reason to raise property taxes on the already overburdened residents and businesses of Westchester,” he said in a statement. “I proposed a budget that was balanced and provided sufficient revenues for county services. For that reason, I will veto the budget and its tax increase approved by the Board of Legislators.” The 2018 budget—passed 12-5 by lawmakers—included a 2 percent tax levy increase, which clocked in under the 4.4 percent New York state-imposed tax levy cap. Lawmakers say that the tax increase was to make up for projected revenue shortfalls. An original $1.8 billion budget sent down by Astorino on Nov. 13 held the tax levy flat for the eighth consecutive year with spending increasing by less than 1 percent. But, in order to achieve that end, the county executive included
cuts to the county’s Engineering and Planning departments as well as the elimination of six park curator positions. Astorino was also accused of attempting to hamstring the incoming administration by reducing support staff to the office of the county executive. After deliberations, the revised budget was passed by the county Board of Legislators with bipartisan support in the form of backing from three Republican lawmakers—David Gelfarb, of Rye Brook; Jim Maisano, of New Rochelle; and David Tubiolo, of Yonkers—giving them potentially enough votes to override Astorino’s veto. Among the areas of concern, legislators have pointed to $30 million in tentative revenue that was included in the budget for a deal privatizing the county’s airport—a deal that lacks support from the county Board of Legislators and County Executive-elect George Latimer, a Democrat. “Just upon our receipt, this budget included a $29 million hole, as the airport deal was rejected by this legislature, the voters, and financial auditors,” said county Legislator Catherine Parker, a Rye Democrat. “For the Astorino Administration to include it in its budget once again—while just showing us the details—is an insult to the people of Westchester.” That deal sought to reclassify BUDGET continued on page 8
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Rye Neck Middle School students create their own winter scene masterpieces during Paint Night to raise money for the high school junior class. Photo courtesy Rye Neck school district
Rye Neck Middle School students created their own winter scene masterpieces during Paint Night, which was held on Dec. 1 at the high school’s art room. Using a white canvas, acrylic paint and brushes, the students followed step-by-step instructions from art teacher Dara Goodman to paint the winter scene, which included trees, snow and the northern lights. “The students were able to be
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as creative as they wanted to,” said art teacher Trisha Appel, who, along with fellow teacher Karen Fontecchio, answered students’ questions about different art techniques. “Each student got to take their work home at the end of the night.” Meanwhile, Rye Neck High School junior class officers and their adviser, Linette Milo, helped the students with their supplies and the overall organization of the
event, and art teacher Jen Dallow provided the students with aprons she had designed. At the end of the night, event organizers raffled off prizes, which included a small canvas and paints for students to continue to paint at home. The art department’s Paint Night raised money for the high school junior class. The fundraiser is held twice a year to benefit students as they raise money for their respective classes. (Submitted)
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Larchmont Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.
Saturday Sahaja Meditation
For more information on hours and programs, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.
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 calmer, more relaxed and better focused every time you meditate. Try it for free and see. No registration required.
All Ages Storyhour & Craft
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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.
On Saturday, Dec. 16 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 is required.
Holiday Gift Making On Saturday, Dec. 16 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Join in creating jewelry, bath scrubs, and more. This program is for children in grades 1–6, and limited to 20 children. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
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.
Last-Minute Gift Making On Friday, Dec. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Teen Library. Make last-minute gifts with simple crafts.
Reader’s Theater: The Story of the Milky Way On Saturday, Dec. 16 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For ages 7 to 9. Join Paula Romeo and hear the wondrous tale of how the Milky Way came to be. Together, participants will pick out their favorite parts of the story, creating dialogue for the characters and acting out dialogues for each other. If you’d like to read the story beforehand, you’ll find it in “The Girl Who Helped Thunder and Other Native American Folktales,” retold by James Bruchac & Joseph Bruchac.
The American Dream (or Nightmare): How Novels Portray America On Monday, Dec. 18 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Michael P. Coords Activity Room. 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. Books will be available in the library three weeks prior to each session. On Dec. 18, “Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri will be discussed. Online registration required. The American Dream series is sponsored by Humanities NY.
Chair Yoga On Tuesday, Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Village Center. Join certified yoga instructor Vincenza Madonia for chair yoga. Chair yoga consists of arm, leg and head movements, as well as twisting your torso, that are done while seated in a chair. There are also standing movements that use a chair for support. Walk-ins welcome. No registration required.
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.
Itty Bitty Book Club: Snowmen On Tuesday, Dec. 19 from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. For ages 3 and 4. Hear and discuss the best snowmen books out there, have a snowball toss and create your own puffy paint snowman. A ticket is required to attend this event, and will be available beforehand at the library.
Construction Zone! On Wednesday, Dec. 20 from 3:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For ages 3 and up. Calling all construction lovers! Grab your hard hats and come to the library for some structured building and unconstructed playtime with LEGO Bricks, ramps, and more. A ticket is required to attend this event, and will be available beforehand at the library.
DIY Kids: Candy Mice On Friday, Dec. 22 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. For grades 3–5. Make a festive candy mouse. A great gift for a teacher, sibling, or friend. Online registration required.
Town of Mamaroneck news Prepayment of 2018 Property Taxes Due to the possible changes in the federal tax law, the town has received calls from residents regarding the prepayment of the 2018 property taxes. Under New York state tax law, the town is permitted to collect a prepayment of the second installment
of the 2017-2018 school taxes without a tax warrant. We are not permitted to collect any prepayment of the town tax bill which would be due by April 30 (the town cannot generate tax bills without the tax warrant). If you wish to prepay the second half of the 2017-2018 school taxes in 2017, be sure the town of Mamaroneck tax receiver receives payment on or before Dec. 31, 2017, or the transmittal of payment is postmarked on or before Dec. 31, 2017. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact the town’s tax receiver’s office at 381-7860.
County news Golf course closings The six county-owned golf courses will close for the season after play on Sunday, Dec. 31. They will remain open until that date, weather and conditions permitting; check with the individual course. The courses are Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. The courses are expected to reopen in March, weather and conditions permitting. The exact date will be announced.
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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Latimer pledges truth, pragmatism at BCW breakfast In his first major address to the business community, Sen. George Latimer, Westchester County executive-elect, said among his first priorities would be to gain the trust of county residents by being inclusive, honest, flexible, and most of all pragmatic. Speaking at the Business Council of Westchester’s KeyBank breakfast, Latimer said he was confident that his administration could forge a plan to stabilize county government finances but that it would involve compromise from all parties. “We have serious problems, budgetary issues to deal with now. They are not going to be easy,’’ he said. “We are going to have to make some decisions.” Latimer said that his team would need to convince the agencies like Standard and Poor’s and Moody’s who rate the county’s bonds that Westchester has a plan to stabilize the government’s economy. He said he would be calling for the state comptroller’s office to review the county’s finances to get a true picture of its fiscal health. “That is where ideology has its limits and pragmatism has to take over,” he said.
“We cannot afford to have our bond rating continue to drop.’’ More than 250 attended the breakfast at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown to hear the newly elected county executive and ask questions about his vision for the future. Marsha Gordon, president and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester, BCW, said the BCW, was proud to be able to present Latimer in one of his first public speaking engagements. She praised him for his “open” and “transparent” approach during his years in government, which included elected positions on the Rye City Council, County Board of Legislators and the state Assembly and Senate. “We are so pleased that he is here today as our newly elected county executive,” she said. Latimer broached several topics during his speech including: Economic Development: Latimer said that he planned to appoint an economic development director, but would be relying heavily on the BCW and the business community to provide advice and counsel on economic development issues. “We look at what the challenge for econom-
ic development is and it is absolutely making sure that every vacant piece of space on I-287 and in downtown White Plains, New Rochelle, Yonkers and Mount Vernon and every corridor… all of those spaces are filled,” he said. Collective Bargaining: Latimer said that the county needed to address its outstanding contracts with its collective bargaining units as part of its plan to stabilize government and secure favorable bond ratings. “We have to deal with realities here. We have a workforce that has outstanding contracts, three-quarters of our work population. We’ve got to resolve it,” he said. Social Services: Latimer said that having people out of work and underemployed hurts the entire county, not just the lower income population. “We have human needs and they exist and if we ignore those it’s not just wrong morally, it’s economically stupid…We have people in this county who are unemployed some of them have low skills, some of them have skills and they can’t marry them to what the opportunities for jobs are,” Latimer said.
From left, Joseph Markey of Key Bank, Sen. George Latimer, Westchester County executive-elect, Marsha Gordon, Business Council of Westchester president and CEO, Anthony Justic, BCW board chairman. Contributed photo
Latimer ended by pledging to remove the county executive’s name from signs on county property, saying it is not the individual who makes government run but the combined efforts of
the many people. He pointed to the parkways, Playland and the Westchester County Airport among those accomplishments of his predecessors, saying while many people may not remem-
ber their names, they continue to benefit by their legacy. “Fifty years from now they won’t remember my name, but hopefully they will remember what I’ve done,’’ he said. (Submitted)
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BLT Steak White Plains celebrates 10 years By SIBYLLA CHIPAZIWA Assistant Editor BLT Steak’s White Plains location turned 10 years old recently, and the restaurant has helped change classic steakhouses from being an old men’s club to a place where anyone can wine and dine. “The comment I heard most when we first came was ‘Wow, this is the first restaurant in Westchester that feels like I’m eating in Manhattan,’” said Keith Treyball, president of ESquared Hospitality, BLT Steak’s parent company. “I heard that three times a night in the beginning.” To celebrate 10 years, BLT Steak offered popovers with golden tickets inside, which included prizes such as gift cards, a night in a Ritz-Carlton deluxe room, and “The Golden Experience”: a threecourse dinner with wine pairings for two. Treyball said one thing that has set the restaurant apart over the past decade has been its attention to not just the meat—a 28-day dry-aged porterhouse for two is one item—but appetizers and side dishes as well, which currently includes grilled double-cut smoked bacon, hen of the woods mushrooms and duck fat hash browns. While 90 percent of BLT’s menu is set, current executive chef Andrew Schilling’s playground is the “blackboard menu,” which tends to focus on peak season ingredients, sourcing locally whenever possible. “The original chef [when BLT Steak opened in 2007] spent a lot of time making a menu that spoke to not only men, but to women,” Treyball said, mentioning great salad offerings and lightening up the décor as examples. “We took that to the next level.” BLT Steak also stands out because of its seafood offerings, another remnant of the location’s first chef. “He brought a component to the menu which I don’t think you saw at other steakhouses,” Treyball said. “A lot of people followed suit afterwards.” BLT wanted to grow its brand, hence the reason to open up at the Ritz-Carlton Westchester; ESquared has maintained relationships with hotel groups. It also made sense as some patrons had dined at the Midtown location on 57th Street and lived in Westchester County. “Now Westchester has become quite a savvy dining scene, and I think a lot of that has trickled out from Manhattan,” he added. Treyball stressed the importance of service as much as the cuisine. “A bad waiter can’t save a good meal, but a good waiter can save a bad meal,” he said, adding it’s all about reading the guest, and making sure that their experience is a memorable one. “Throughout the years, BLT Steak has remained a go-to restaurant. Ten years is a pretty good run,” Treyball said. There are Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinners available for reservations.
BLT Steak’s tuna tartare with avocado and soy-lime dressing is a popular appetizer.
To celebrate 10 years in White Plains, BLT Steak guests were treated to popovers with golden tickets inside, offering some delectable prizes.
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BLT Steak The rib-eye, arguably the most flavorful cut of steak, served with bone marrow. Photos courtesy BLT Steak
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First-class entertainment in your backyard
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Despite a veto by Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, a Republican, a supermajority override will help the county Board of Legislators prevail in their passage of a revised 2018 budget increasing the tax levy by 2 percent. Photo courtesy westchestergov.com
Mark Ettenger, president of the Emelin Theatre board of directors, standing, speaks about performing arts in the community at the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Local Summit breakfast program in November. Contributed photo
By DORIS SHAW BLOCK Contributor Look no farther than Larchmont, Mamaroneck and New Rochelle for wonderful and affordable performances by committed groups of professional artists during the upcoming holiday season and throughout the new year. There is no need to travel afar for first-class entertainment. The Larchmont-Mamaroneck Local Summit’s Nov. 14 breakfast program featured nonprofit high-quality performing arts venues in our community. The panel included New Rochelle Opera’s co-founder and artistic director, Camille Coppola, who opened the program by singing an aria from “The Merry Widow.” The other noted speakers were Mark Ettenger, president of the Emelin Theatre board of directors; Eric Milnes, director of music at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Mamaroneck; and Tony Coretto, president of The Westchester Chorale. Coppola co-founded New Rochelle Opera 33 years ago with a dual mission of providing young opera singers with a performance venue and the community with an appreciation of live opera. The company performs a fully staged and costumed opera with professional singers each year at the Ursuline School. Next June, the company will perform Puccini’s “La Boheme.” Mamaroneck’s Emelin Theatre, a multi-genre performance venue with the motto “world
class right here,” recently celebrated its 45th anniversary with a gala featuring Tony Award-winning singer/actress Kelli O’Hara. With 110 performances annually entertaining an audience of 25,000, the Emelin provides an enormous variety of affordable, quality performances by well-known artists, including all types of music, dance, comedy and children’s’ programs. There is also a popular Wednesday evening film club showing independent and foreign films. St. Thomas will be celebrating its 200th anniversary with five major performances at 4 p.m. on the following Sundays: Dec. 17, Feb. 4, March 25, April 15 and June 10. Musical director Eric Milne crafts programs drawing from all traditions of music. “Handel’s Messiah,” performed last year to much praise, will be repeated this year on Dec. 17, featuring the Choir of St. Thomas, an orchestra of Baroque instruments and internationally acclaimed soloists. The Westchester Chorale, founded in 1965 and currently resident at the Larchmont Avenue Church, is the oldest chorus in Westchester County, with a mission of presenting the best in choral music. Under the musical direction of Douglas Kostner, the 35- to 45-member chorus performs fall and spring concerts showcasing diverse musical traditions. On Dec. 16 at 4 p.m., the chorale also will perform “Handel’s Messiah.” The panelists spoke about
their organizations’ outreach to, and involvement with, the local communities and their efforts to reach diverse audiences. Coppola teaches local school children about opera and then brings them to a performance for their first live opera experience. Ettenger noted that artists performing at the Emelin have conducted master classes at local schools, and the Emelin offers student and group discounts. The Emelin has made efforts to showcase a variety of performers and engage diverse audiences, including dance programs with dancers of color and presenting “The Sound of Music” with Spanish subtitles. Milne noted that St. Thomas offers free concert admission to anyone unable to pay and stressed the church’s mission of encouraging and celebrating diversity, inclusiveness, and service to the community. Coretto noted the Westchester Chorale’s policy of student discounts and free admission to children under 12. This breakfast forum was hosted by the LarchmontMamaroneck Local Summit, an informal community council that seeks to make life better for all in the tri-municipal area. The Local Summit’s Dec. 19 breakfast program will feature a discussion with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Shaps on Mamaroneck’s growing enrollment and space challenges. All breakfast programs are held at Nautilus Diner in Mamaroneck at 7:45 a.m.
the airport under a Federal Aviation Administration-run program that allows participants to transition their publicly owned airports into the private sector and then use subsequent revenue toward an operating budget. Last year, legislators also voted to include $15 million in projected revenue derived the airport’s privatization. An original $130 million, 40year agreement, which was sent down to lawmakers on Nov. 3 2016, would have given the investment firm Oaktree Management the exclusive bid for the project, but the deal was sunk by
Democrats who accused the administration of skirting proper request for proposals process. Since then, the deal has gone through a formal bidding process resulted in Astorino’s recent selection of Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation, who agreed to a $1 billion deal that would extend for 40 years and throughout its lifespan pay the county $595 million on top of $550 million in capital improvements at the airport. In addition to raising the tax levy, the Board of Legislators’ revised budget will also restore cuts to the Planning and Engineering departments—positions which
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a proposal allowing for a power-split between leaders of both sides, successfully bringing members of the IDC back into the party’s fold. The IDC emerged as an opposition caucus in 2011 headed by state Sen. Jeff Klein, a Bronx Democrat, who was ousted from party leadership after Democrats lost the Senate majority in 2010. In addition to Burdick, state Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer, a Yonkers Democrat, and White Plains’ Kat Brezler—a teacher and campaign organizer for Sen. Bernie Sanders, of Vermont, during his presidential run—are also interested in the open seat. It is now up to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, to decide whether to call for a special election to fill the final year remaining on Latimer’s term. The other option would be for Cuomo to leave the seat vacant, and ultimately be decided by the November 2018 election.
one-seat majority in the state Senate, the IDC gives Republicans control of the Senate. “The IDC-Republican leadership has resulted in a failed record for New Yorkers,” Burdick said in a statement. “Their anti-choice, anti-immigrant, anti-reform record does not reflect the values of Westchester voters.” According to an Associated Press report last month, mainline Democrats in the state Senate and members of the IDC said they are willing to agree to
will be responsible for handling the $1.2 billion in capital project backlogs—as well as previously nixed county parks curator positions. Seven proposed cuts to the county executive’s support staff will also be restored for Latimer if the budget is passed as is; three additional positions will also be added in the budget. The Board of Legislators will likely override an Astorino veto and will adopt its budget before a Dec. 27 deadline. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
Bedford Supervisor Chris Burdick, a Democrat, will join a growing list of candidates interested in filling a New York Senate seat vacated by Westchester County Executiveelect George Latimer. Photo courtesy bedfordny.gov
The Senate’s 37th District encompasses Rye, White Plains, Yonkers, Harrison, Mamaroneck, North Castle, Bedford, and Eastchester. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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portraiture. “Patriotism” by John Murphy is pictured above. Veterans in Focus will be on view through Dec. 23 in Gallery9, ArtsWestchester’s ninth-floor gallery in White Plains. For more information, visit artsw.org/jhproject. -Rocio de la Roca
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Mahlstedt Gallery explores photography in digital age During a time when carrying a high-quality camera is as ubiquitous as owning a smartphone, Mahlstedt Gallery has taken a step back to look how today’s professional photographers are growing and changing with this ever-evolving technology. Mahlstedt presents “Contemporary Photography,” an exhibition that features works by five digital artists: Aitor Arana, Andrei Tallent, Astro de Sagun, Lori Hutchinson and Philip McKay. Each of these photographers experiments through new creative outlets like computer programs, which allows them to more properly express their artistic vision. Various and ever-changing digital advancements allow for these artists to convey their expressions through a diverse range of innovative processes. This provides new possibilities for a more meaningful visual communication with its viewer as well. “Contemporary Photography” is on view through Jan. 4, 2018 in New Rochelle. For more information, visit jam415.com. -Mary Alice Franklin
Photos by local veterans at Gallery9 in White Plains An exhibition, “Veterans in Focus,” will feature the photography of nine veterans who participated in an eight-week program by artists Joseph Squillante and Karen Ann Sullivan, both members of ArtsWestchester’s Teaching Artists roster. Squillante and Sullivan collaborated with the nonprofit organization Josephine Herrick Project, JHP, to create a free program that provided students with the tools needed to express themselves. During the program, which was initiated and financially supported by the JHP, veteran participants from the Vet Center in White Plains were able to implement a variety of photography techniques through in-studio classes, field trips and on-location photography sessions. The 27 works on view will reflect the wide range of the veterans’ interests to include abstracts, street photography, nature, architecture and studio
Holiday highlights M&M Performing Arts Company presents the classic Christmas tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a cranky and greedy man who is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. Actor Michael Muldoon will recreate Charles Dickens’ own performances of his timeless novel “A Christmas Carol” in the historic period setting of Lyndhurst Mansion, which will be specially decorated for the holiday season. Guests will travel throughout the main floor of the Gothic Revival style building as they meet the spirits and characters from the story. Throughout the course of the play, the spirits transform his view of the world, making him a kinder man. Muldoon will give each character its own persona with different voices and styles. Through Dec. 30. For more information, visit lyndhurst.org.
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Mr. Dickens tells ‘A Christmas Carol’
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.
ArtsWestchester, in partnership with the African American Men of Westchester, seeks nominations for the inaugural Larry Salley Photography Award. The award was created to celebrate the life and artistic achievements of Lawrence “Larry” C. Salley, who was an active member of both organizations. This competition is open to Westchester-based photographers who have a significant body of work of outstanding artistic merit. The recipient will receive a $1,000 cash prize and the opportunity to have a three-month residency in one of ArtsWestchester’s artist studio spaces at 31 Mamaroneck Ave. in White Plains. The award will be presented at ArtsWestchester’s annual Arts Award Luncheon in April 2018. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 2, 2018. For more information, visit bit.ly/LarrySalleyPhoto.
exhibition, a timely show about the state of voting rights in America today. For more information, visit artsw.org/giveusthevote.
ArtsW invites guests to ‘Get Over the Hump’ ArtsWestchester presents a happy hour pop-up shopping experience in its gallery on Dec. 20 to help visitors through the mid-week slump. As part of its monthly “Get Over the Hump” Wednesday series, guests are invited to enjoy a glass of wine and do some last-minute holiday shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts by four local designers. Matt Gualco reinterprets well-known written works and lyrics onto posters. Tatjana Kunst’s handmade utilitarian ceramic pieces, such as stoneware candles, jewelry, and planters are often decorated with motifs and carvings inspired by the natural world. Jody Lee will display glass homeware items, such as coasters, ornaments and plates, which incorporate marine- and nature-inspired details. Elena Rosenberg’s hand-knit and crocheted accessories and clothing are original designs made almost exclusively with natural materials. Guests can also view the contemporary artworks in ArtsWestchester’s “Give Us The Vote”
A production of “The Gift of the Magi” will return to the Schoolhouse Theater, SHT, stage this winter. With little to no money to their names, a young married couple, Della and Jim, set out to buy each other Christmas gifts. Della sells her long hair to buy Jim a fob chain for his family heirloom watch. Meantime, Jim sells the watch to buy Della combs, which she can no longer use for her long, beautiful hair. The famously ironic ending leaves the couple with a lesson about their priceless love. The family-friendly play has been adapted from a celebrated O. Henry story by SHT’s artistic director Bram Lewis. Through Dec. 24. For more information, visit schoolhousetheater.org.
TENET Vocal ensemble TENET will fill Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts’ Rosen House with the sounds of time-honored carols from America and Europe during its “Candlelight Carols” event. The New York-based quintet of singers will be joined by lutenist Hank Hejink for this night of intimate carols, both new and old. The program includes 20 songs, including the traditional French hymn “Veni, Veni Emmanuel,” Richard Dering’s “Ave Virgo Gloriosa,” and Francis Cutting’s “Greensleeves.” Guests can tour the Rosen House, a 1930s Mediterranean-style structure that will be decorated for the holidays, before the performance begins. On Dec. 16 and Dec. 17. For more information, visit caramoor.org.
‘The Nutcracker Dream’ Ballet des Amériques will present “The Nutcracker Dream,” pictured above, a holiday production choreographed and coached by the organization’s artistic director Carole Alexis, in its Port Chester studio. The ballet is an adaptation of the classic “The Nutcracker,” which also takes excerpts restaged after Rudolph Nureyev. The story follows Marie, who falls asleep and dreams of a prince and of a fantastical world of sweet treats that is ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy. The production will feature students of the Ballet des Amériques school, who will be supported by the professional dancers of the company. Four performances will be offered on two days, Dec. 16 and Dec. 17. For more information, visit balletdesameriques.com.
Winter Pops Westchester Philharmonic’s annual Winter Pops concert will feature Broadway star Laura Michelle Kelly at SUNY Purchase College Performing Arts Center on Dec. 17. The vocalist created the role of Mary Poppins on London’s West End before starring in “South Pacific,” “Finding Neverland” and more. Violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins will make a special appearance to perform her acclaimed solos from “Fiddler on the Roof.” The program, to be led by conductor Ted Sperling, will include Broadway and American Songbook hits (“Shall We Dance,” “Get Happy,” “Almost Like Being in Love,” “Let It Go”), holiday fare (“Favorite Things,” “All I Want for Christmas is You,” “Joy to the World”) and classical favorites by Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev. For more information, visit westchesterphil.org.
Concert of Peace For the 23rd year, Songcatchers will bring an evening of peace to Westchester County on Dec. 17. The organization’s intergenerational concert choir and ensemble will present a program consisting of songs of peace, interfaith carols for Christmas and Hanukkah and carols of different cultures, such as Spanish, African and Scandinavian songs. Holiday songs will include “Carol of the Bells” and “Go Tell It On the Mountain” for audience participation. The concert will be held at the College of New Rochelle Chapel. For more information, visit songcatchers.org.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ George Bailey will once again gain an appreciation for his life in Bedford Falls when Jacob Burns Film Center displays this classic holiday hit on the big screen. In this 1946 black and white film, George is visited by angel Clarence after experiencing a particularly bleak period in his life. Clarence puts life into perspective for him by showing George what life would be like if he never existed. The film, which stars James Stewart and Donna Reed and was directed Frank Capra, will screen during Christmas week, from Dec. 21 through Dec. 25. For more information, visit burnsfilmcenter.org. -Mary Alice Franklin
These articles appear in the December 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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The Empire strikes back LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
If the Yankees’ introduction of Giancarlo Stanton this week came as something of an early Christmas present to area baseball fans, make no mistake; there is plenty of holiday cheer to go around. As a devoted Red Sox fan, I’m not here to chip away at the impact of the signing; injury issues aside, Stanton is a heck of a ballplayer and should play a large part in making the Yankees’ lineup one of the most feared in the past few years. But as scary as the newfangled Murderer’s Row looks on paper, the Stanton move has also been a gift to those—like myself—who don’t root for the Bombers. It has finally made the Yankees the Evil Empire again. Last year was a weird one for Yankee-haters. Because as good as the Yanks were—they were one win away from a
World Series berth—they were also oddly compelling. With a youth movement afoot in the Bronx, the organization trotted out tons of likeable homegrown talent, like Aaron Judge and Gary Sanchez, that made them tough to root against. It’s not that I didn’t root against them; I did, but after years of decrying our American League East rivals for going out and buying high-priced free agents to compete, it was fun to watch them take the field with exciting, young players that were a product of a robust farm system. But now that the Yanks have added the reigning National League MVP to their ranks after a ridiculously one-sided trade, all that goodwill has flown straight out the window. And that’s a good thing for the sport. Stanton, Judge, Sanchez and shortstop Didi Gregorious—arguably the Yanks’ top four sluggers coming into the spring—smacked a combined 169 home runs last year, one
more than the entire Red Sox team. If they duplicate those numbers this season, that is going to be a tough lineup to pitch against for sure, especially given the friendly confines of many AL East ballparks. And that’s exactly how I like it. At least for me, rooting for the Red Sox is more enjoyable when they fall somewhere between the lovable losers they were for the first 20 years of my life and the presumptive favorites to reach the World Series. And with the Yankees seemingly standing as a formidable roadblock to another postseason appearance, the narrative is already built in for the upcoming year. Can they topple the mighty Yanks this year? That remains to be seen. But the journey just got a whole lot more interesting, and as a fan, that’s really all I can ask for.
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On Monday, Dec. 11, the New York Yankees officially announced reigning National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton as the newest member of the ballclub. Sports Editor Mike Smith thinks it was a great day for Yankee haters. Photo courtesy commons.wikimedia.org
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Game Notes: • Matt Tucciarone scored 3 goals to lead the Tigers • Freshman goalie Jeff Reda had 10 saves on 11 shots • The Tigers improved to 5-0-2 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor Mamaroneck may not have been completely in sync on Dec. 12, but the Tigers were still good enough to stay unbeaten. Hosting a scrappy White Plains squad on Monday night, the Tigers needed a late-game surge to win their fifth outing of the year, topping the visitors 5-1 in a contest that seemed much more competitive than the final score indicated. Despite controlling the puck for the first period and a half, Mamaroneck struggled to capitalize
on its chances until senior defenseman Matt Tucciarone broke through against White Plains netminder Justin Schulz beginning in the second period with three straight goals to provide a lift for the 5-0-2 Tigers. Mamaroneck outshot their opponents by a whopping 38-11 margin on the night, but couldn’t establish an offensive rhythm until Tucciarone’s outburst, something senior captain Sam Geroux attributed to a lack of focus. “I think in the beginning of the game, we were just kind of playing down to their level,” Geroux said. “But [Coach Chiapparelli] made sure that we got back to where we were supposed to be, playing faster and with more intensity.” In addition to Tucciarone’s hat trick, senior Michael Carducci and junior Tom Conley also found the net for Mamaroneck in the final period. The Tiger defense, which has been a calling card for the club thus far, was stellar, highlighted by an inspired performance by freshman goaltender Jeff Reda. Reda made 10 stops on the night, and nearly came away with a
shutout before White Plains’ John Myers found the net on a short-handed goal with just under three minutes to play. Reda and fellow freshman netminder Jack Fried have both shined on the varsity level and the Tigers have allowed just 10 goals in their first seven games. “I think that says a lot about the youth program we have here in Mamaroneck and how prepared they are,” Geroux said. “[Jeff and Jack] might be inexperienced, but they have played so well for us this year.” Mamaroneck will have a busy weekend as they get set for a Friday tilt with Clarkstown, followed by a rivalry game against Scarsdale on Dec. 16, but Geroux is confident that the team’s tough December schedule will serve to prepare the Tigers for an eventual playoff push. “We’ve played some tough teams, against schools from upstate and Suffern,” he said. “We know that that will only help us as we get ready for the rest of the season.”
Matt Tucciarone battles in front of the net. Tucciarone had three goals.
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Freshman Jeff Reda makes a glove save at Hommocks Ice Rink. Reda made 10 stops against White Plains.
Michael Carducci carries the puck against White Plains on Dec. 12. Carducci had a goal in the Tigers’ 5-1 win.
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