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October 20, 2017 | Vol. 5, Number 42 | www.mamaroneckreview.com

Mamaroneck to hold Hillside Ave. Bridge meeting By JAMES PERO Staff Writer

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

Students take part in Westchester anti-opioid summit On Oct. 16, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino urged more than 400 students from across Westchester to become part of the solution in the lifeand-death fight against opioid addiction. Joined by BMX Olympic coach and recovering addict Tony Hoffman, Astorino led a Youth

Summit at the Westchester County Center aimed at fighting a drug epidemic that has caused a 200 percent increase in fatalities in the county from 2010 to 2015. Students from 37 schools took part in the day-long summit that was part of the county’s Project WORTHY—Westchester County Opioid Response Teams Helping

You—program launched earlier this year. The program mobilizes a full array of available resources and expertise to combat the growing opioid and heroin epidemic that affects all communities and people of all ages. “Young people are dying,” Astorino said at the summit. “This is not a show; this is not just a day-

long assembly. This is serious business, and we need your help. Young people are on the front lines of this epidemic. You are eyewitnesses to what’s happening in schools, at parties, at the mall and on the bus. You come from all walks of life, and all kinds of OPIOID continued on page 8

Vital repairs to Hillside Avenue Bridge, located in the village of Mamaroneck, will be the subject of an upcoming public meeting organized jointly by the village as well as state and federal transportation authorities. In particular the meeting, slated for Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the village of Mamaroneck courtroom, will look to gather input from concerned residents on plans to rehab the nearly century-old bridge—a well-traveled village passageway—which will then be passed onto both the state Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration. Funding for the replacement of the Hillside Avenue Bridge will come from $21.8 million in grant money being allocated by the state Department of Transportation to go toward bridge repairs in the mid-Hudson region. Of that total, $2.8 million will go toward the replacement of Hillside Avenue Bridge. According to Assistant Village Manager Dan Sarnoff, replacing the bridge completely will only cost $150,000 after the grant. Since Hillside Avenue Bridge is jointly owned by the village and town of Mamaroneck, and the village of Larchmont, that cost will be split between those three stakeholders. Outside of updating the

bridge—originally built in 1936—the grant money will also go toward widening a culvert underneath its overpass that may help mitigate flooding in the surrounding area. State money for the project is coming from a pool of $200 million being invested statewide by Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s BridgeNY program meant to inject capital for municipal infrastructure over the next two years. According to the American Society of Civil Engineers, ASCE, of New York state’s more than 17,000 bridges, 11 percent—just under 2,000—are considered to be structurally deficient. The agency’s most recent report, dating back to 2015, gave New York a C- overall in the condition of its infrastructure, with bridges in particular receiving the worst score of a D-. Age-wise, Hillside Avenue Bridge falls between the two largest categories of bridges in the state, 50 percent of which are 75-years-old and 400 of which in total are 100-years-old. According to ASCE’s report, only 10 percent of local bridges that were in need of repair were slated to receive updates. Sarnoff, who described the work as “straightforward” said he hopes that, with the help of state grants, construction on Hillside Avenue Bridge will be finished within a year. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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Firefighters teach Rye Neck students about safety Daniel Warren Elementary School students teamed up with firefighters from the Mamaroneck Volunteer Fire Department to learn what to do in the event of a fire. They welcomed the special guests to their school on Oct. 13 for a number

of demonstrations. During their visit, the firefighters discussed with the students how to safely exit a home during an emergency and demonstrated how to stop, drop and roll if they’re caught in a fire. They also showcased their

firefighting gear and equipment, and promoted the importance of having fire alarms throughout the home. For nearly 20 years, the Fire Department volunteers have been teaching students about fire prevention and safety. (Submitted)

Daniel Warren Elementary School students welcome firefighters from the Mamaroneck Fire Department to their school to learn about fire safety. Photos courtesy Rye Neck school district

Students are treated to a tour of a firetruck by their guest speakers.

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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library

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.

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.

Girls Who Code On Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Program Room. This program is open to girls in grades 6–12. Explore coding in a fun and friendly environment, two hours per week after school. Space is limited; registration is required. Please call 630-5875 to register. You must bring your own laptop—a limited number of laptops are available for in-program use.

The Memory Project Life experiences and the memories we hold shape who we are and how we experience the world. Memories can reference important moments in our lives; turning points, endings and beginnings, touchstones, markers of events that shaped us or show us who we are. Powerful memories can be happy, painful, poignant, exciting, frightening, life-changing or simply an experienced moment of clarity. The Memory Project is a collaborative Larchmont and Mamaroneck community project. People living or working in the community contribute audio and handwritten memories to the project. These

memories will be integrated into an audio and visual art installation culminating in an exhibition at Mamaroneck Artists Guild in November 2017. This project can only be as vital and meaningful as those who contribute to it. There are many ways to participate. Please consider adding your voice and memory to the project. To learn more, visit TheMemoryProject.space. To record a memory, call 315-9404. To submit a written memory, come into the Mamaroneck Public Library and use the paper provided. The deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 25. Made possible by ArtsWestchester.

Save Energy Together On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Save $700 or more every year on energy bills. Most New Yorkers qualify for a free comprehensive home energy assessment. Also learn about: low-cost, do-it-yourself energy-saving tips; NYSERDA discounts and incentives for installing energy efficiency measures; and free weatherization and EmPower NY programs based on income qualification. Please RSVP to RUPCO by calling 845-331-2140 ext. 262 or email mcourtney@rupco.org.

Zombie Apocalypse Party On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Teen Library. Tricks, treats and activities for middle/high school teens. There will be a zombie photo booth, bingo, games and cupcake design. There will be a movie fest starting at 11 a.m., where “Beautiful Creatures” will be screened, followed by “When A Stranger Calls” screening at 1 p.m. Both movies are rated PG-13.

Larchmont Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.

Poetic Truths: An Afternoon of Poetry On Saturday, Oct. 21 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Village Center. Join the library for an afternoon with poets Michael Collins, Claudine Nash and Lisa Rhodes-Ryabchich in this poetry extravaganza that explores race, family, and class, with an examination of the spiritual aspects of the soul, the facets of healing, loss, and liberation of the resentment of the past. Refreshments will be available. No registration required.

Intro to the Instruments: Strings with Piano Forte Bear On Saturday, Oct. 21 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

at the Village Center. For ages 4 and up. What’s big, fluffy, quiet, and loud? Join Larchmont Music Academy faculty and students to meet the lovable Piano Forte Bear. Participants will also be introduced to the string instrument family. Get to know the violin, viola, cello, and something even bigger than a cello. After the concert and demo, each student will get to try the instruments and even make their own. Online registration required.

The American Dream (or Nightmare): How Novels Portray America On Monday, Oct. 23 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Michael P. Coords Activity Room. This activity continues on Nov. 13, and 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 Oct. 23, “American Pastoral” by Philip Roth will be discussed; on Nov. 13, “The Sympathizer” by Viet Thanh Nguyen; on Dec. 4, “The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao” by Junot Diaz; and on Dec. 18, “Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri.

Downsizing and Moving: Getting Through the Process On Thursday, Oct. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. at the Village Center. If you’re thinking of selling your home and finding a more carefree, liberating life, then this free seminar was designed precisely for you. Join Michele Silverman Bedell and a panel of industry experts who will provide valuable advice and helpful tips on topics that include how make your home market ready, the value of staging your home, whether or not remodeling is a good idea and a good value, what to look for in new properties such as condominiums, and the process of moving. No registration required.

Basics of Financial Literacy for Teens On Thursdays, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2, 9 and 16 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For grades eight and up. Join Lauren Albert, Mamaroneck High School teacher of personal finance and macroeconomics, for this fourpart workshop. The four one-hour sessions will enable teens to build an understanding of basic money management and will cover topics including: spending versus saving; investing (stocks, bonds); borrowing and loans; consumer protection; and being a savvy consumer. Online registration required; participants must be able to attend all four workshop sessions.

Smart Investing for Women On Thursday, Oct. 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Village Center. In this informative presentation, financial advisor Bryan Ousten will share what the greatest threats are to a woman’s financial security are and show how the “building block” approach to savings, insurance and investments can protect against those threats. Also discussed will be the nine long-term investment strategies, which include maintaining a long-term perspective, matching your investments to your time horizon while also matching your investments to your risk tolerance. No registration required.

Free ACT practice exam On Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Michael P. Coords Activity Room. Taking fulllength practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. A proctored practice exam will help you build testing endurance and give you a real-time snapshot of your testing performance. After the exam, you will have a meeting to review your results in detail. Be sure to bring pencils, snacks, water and an approved calculator. Online registration is required by Friday, Oct. 20.

Community news Larchmont’s Annual Scarecrow Festival From Saturday, Oct. 21 through Monday, Oct. 23. Rain dates: Saturday, Oct. 28 through Monday, Oct. 30. Larchmont’s annual Scarecrow Festival is back. Come enjoy all the scarecrows on the front lawn of the Larchmont Public Library and vote for your favorite. Voting will take place from noon to 2 p.m. during the annual Ragamuffin Parade on Saturday, Oct. 21. The three scarecrows with the most votes will be displayed in the library. Don’t miss the fun by being a part of this Larchmont Halloween tradition.

Leaf collection begins The town of Mamaroneck Highway Department began its annual leaf collection program in the unincorporated town on Oct. 16. Residents are reminded that leaves may either be piled loose at the curb or placed in compostable leaf bags. Grass clippings, branches and other organic waste may not be mixed with fall leaves. Mixed piles will not be collected by the Highway Department.

Woman’s Club of Larchmont Club Day Following a new members reception, the Woman’s Club of Larchmont will present a Club Day program on Friday, Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m. on the topic of St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site in Mount Vernon, New York. The program is free and open to the public and will be held at the Larchmont Avenue Church, 60 Forest Park Ave., Larchmont. Dr. David Osborn, of the National Park Service, will explore the history of St. Paul’s Church and examine its significance from colonial times to the 21st century. St. Paul’s Church also played an important role in the American Revolution including its use as a Revolutionary War military field hospital, and the cultural importance of being one of the nation’s oldest and continuously used parishes and burial grounds.

LEGOLAND Westchester On Saturdays and Sundays in October. A ghoulishly good time is brewing at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester during Brick-or-Treat. Little ghosts and mummies can experience Halloween every weekend in October with spooktacular activities sure to please the entire family. Wear your Halloween costume and receive $5 off admission. Brick-orTreat will also be held on Tuesday, Oct. 31. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St., Yonkers. Admission starts at $15.95; children under age 2 are free. Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., last ticket sold at 7 p.m.; Sundays: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., last ticket sold at 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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SUNY Purchase students break world record On Oct. 11, 300 volunteers from SUNY Purchase along with Chef Jet Tila, of the Food Network, broke the world’s record for longest California roll. Prior to this, the record was a 422-foot roll, which was held by UMass Amherst. SUNY Purchase students beat the record by

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

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

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

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

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Rye racquet teams

prepare for nationals By TAYLOR BROWN General Assignment Reporter

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Hoff-Barthelson Music School presents Jazz Night! Members of Hoff-Barthelson Music School’s Jazz Department will take the stage to kick-off the 2017-2018 Faculty Concert Series on Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. with Jazz Night! An evening of improvisations and jazz standards, listeners will be treated to performances by Ed Palerm on saxophone, James Weidman on piano, Rolf Sturm on jazz guitar, William Komaiko on piano, and Glenn Rhian on percussion. Included on the program are “Au Private” (Charlie Parker), “Autumn Leaves” (Prévert/Kosma), “Uptown Vibes” (James Weidman), “Stella by Starlight” (Victor Young), “Body and Soul” (Johnny Green) “Sonnymoon for Two,” and “Oleo” (Sonny Rollins). Admission to the concert is $20, $15 for seniors (65+), and free of charge for students. Tickets can be ordered by calling 7231169, or emailing HB@hbms. org. Tickets are available for purchase at the door. Program and performers subject to change. For additional information, visit HBMS.org. (Submitted)

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

Ed Palmero is performing on saxophone.

Rolf Sturm is performing on jazz guitar.

neighborhoods. That’s the kind of real-life experience we need if we are ever going to wrap our arms around this deadly situation.” The goal of the Youth Summit was to bring together students and have them come up with ideas on how to fight the epidemic in their own schools and neighborhoods. Hoffman, the keynote speaker, spoke of his personal experiences, notably how poor choices and a bad attitude led to his addiction. Hoffman’s drug addiction caused him to lose friends and family and he eventually became homeless. He was so desperate for drugs at one point in his life that he committed an armed robbery and other drug related crimes that landed him in prison for several years. “When I was 18, I had no idea I was about to become a hero-

in addict,” Hoffman said. “I had every single thing that you would need to be successful in life…. There are no shortcuts in life; every shortcut you take will end up being the long road.” While in prison, Hoffman had a “spiritual awakening” and started to turn his life around. He set goals and embarked on a path that resulted in him becoming a BMX Elite pro who placed second in the 2016 World Championships and coached in the Rio Olympic Games that same year. He is currently the founder and director of The Freewheel Project, a nonprofit that mentors young people through sports and teaches them leadership skills and to make healthy life choices. He is currently writing his first book, titled “Coming Clean.” But even now and sober for

more than 10 years, Hoffman said there are reminders of his past all around him. “Every single day, the doorway wants to tempt me,” he said. “If you don’t walk through that door, you don’t have to worry about this.” The Youth Summit was part of ongoing events that operate from Project WORTHY’s four foundational blocks—education, integration, prevention and action—all of which bring together the resources necessary for each of those areas. In addition to the keynote speaker at the Youth Summit, there was a panel of young adults who have been affected by opioid and heroin addiction, and two interactive workshops where students discussed ways they can stop or prevent abuse, and take back their schools. (Submitted)

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Rye YMCA hosts Halloween carnival

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

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

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

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

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Taconic Opera celebrates 20 years by poking fun

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

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

Project a way to give youth words of wisdom

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

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

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

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

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

Jay Ghoul’s House of Curiosities

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

A Hudson Valley Halloween

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

Halloween Movie Marathon

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

Halloweekend

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

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

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

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

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

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A star-crossed fandom LIVE MIKE Mike Smith

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

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

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

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As a long-suffering Red Sox fan, Sports Editor Mike Smith has been watching the Yankees’ recent playoff surge with all the emotions elicited by a well-known work of William Shakespeare. Courtesy of pixabay.com

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Local teams ready for playoff push By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Oct. 18, Section I officially announced the seeds for the upcoming high school soccer postseason, and with a number of area teams still in the mix, the path to a sectional crown is now set for local athletes. On the boys draw, Class AA powerhouse Mamaroneck earned a No. 3 seed, thanks to a brilliant 11-2-2 campaign that saw them re-establish their position as one of the best teams in lower Westchester, despite being hit hard by graduation. Led by senior captain Cole DeCicco, the Tigers earned wins over other top teams this year—including No. 2 seed New Rochelle—and ended the season with a 3-0 victory over Class A contender Harrison on Oct. 14. The Mamaroneck boys will host. No. 14 Ossining on Oct. 20, after press time, and should rely on their prowess in the back end, especially in the early rounds. In 15 games this season, the Tigers—and keeper Max Vincelli—

have allowed just 11 goals, making them one of the more defensively sound teams in the section. Mamaroneck’s girls earned a No. 12 seed in their bracket, and will see a familiar first-round opponent in league foe Scarsdale on Oct. 21. The Tigers went 0-1-1 against the Raiders this season, dropping a 4-1 contest to Scarsdale in their last meeting, but they should be buoyed by an early-season performance against the No. 5 seed. In that game, Mamaroneck keeper Lily Epstein made 12 saves to keep Scarsdale off the score sheet and preserve a scoreless tie. Rye Neck’s girls will also face a tall order in their opening round game, as the No. 10-seeded Panthers draw a tough No. 7 seed in Briarcliff. The end of the season was a bit of a mixed bag for the Panthers as they fell to No. 2 seed Irvington 6-0 on Oct. 14 before battling No. 16 Blind Brook to a 0-0 draw in the season finale. The Panther boys, however, have cruised down the stretch, going 3-0-2 in their final five games

to secure a No. 4 seed in the Class B bracket. Their first round opponent will be No. 13 Westlake, which the Panthers topped 3-1 in their first game of the season in early September. “It was the first game of the year and we know that they’re a better team now, but so are we,” Panther coach Bryan Iacovelli said. “Their midfield was solid, they’ve got a good player up top, but we’re very confident.” That confidence, Iacovelli said, stems from the way that the team’s underclassmen have fit in seamlessly with a veteran core, including Jack Sheldon, Donovan Dunning and goalie Tom Bermingham, who have been through the postseason ringer before. “These guys are excited, the older guys are excited and I think the younger guys have completely bought in,” Iacovelli said. “We’re not overconfident, but they definitely expect to able to compete with, and beat, any one that’s put in front of them.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com

Jack Sheldon battles a Bronxville player for a ball on Oct. 12. Sheldon and the Panthers have gone 3-0-2 in their last five games. Photos/Mike Smith

Tom Bermingham collects a ball against Bronxville. Rye Neck earned the No. 4 seed in the Class B playoffs.

Dganit Alma carries the ball against Mount Vernon during an early-season contest. The Tiger girls earned a No. 12 seed in the Class AA playoffs and will take on league foe Scarsdale on Oct. 21.

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