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In Westchester, ‘Trump-Effect’ nets huge gains for Dems By JAMES PERO Staff Writer

Cerebral Palsy of Westchester hosted its 12th annual A Taste of Westchester, giving attendees a chance to try more than 30 of the county’s finest dining establishments, while raising money to fund a park for children with and without disabilities. For story, see page 6. Photo/Sibylla Chipaziwa

First application received under new village brewery law By JAMES PERO Staff Writer With a new microbrewery law recently set in place, the village of Mamaroneck is slated to begin processing its first application—a brewing operation by Half Time Beverage—later this month. Half Time Beverage, located

on Hoyt Avenue, is set to unveil its proposal to add a microbrewery and a tasting pub to its current storefront before the Board of Trustees at its Nov. 29 meeting, marking the first application under the new law allowing breweries to open up on a section of Hoyt Avenue; that law was passed in October.

According to Trustee Leon Potok, a Democrat, dissecting local law surrounding breweries, distilleries and other similar establishments has involved juggling several different factors and potential impacts. “We’re trying to encourage business activities in our commercial districts,” Potok said.

“The question is, ‘What are the right types of commercial activities to put in those places.’” Laws surrounding micro-alcohol were revamped in part because of concerns from trustees over how the introduction of micro-alcohol establishments LAW continued on page 9

Anti-Trump sentiments fueling voter angst rose from merely prognostications to a blue wave of Democratic voters this year helping push the party to victory in Westchester County as well as key states across the country. On top of state Sen. George Latimer’s sound defeat of Republican County Executive Rob Astorino, Democrats saw major gains in the county’s Legislature, where successful challenges helped increase a partisan advantage from nine seats to 12, securing a super majority and mirroring party success throughout city, town and village elections. According to Doug Forand, a senior partner at political consulting firm Red Horse Strategies in Brooklyn, New York, Democratic wins this election cycle—a non-presidential, offyear election usually characterized by tepid voter turnout— weren’t just a result of success on the campaign trail, but a product of strategic opposition to President Donald Trump. The outcome has been termed the “Trump-Effect.” “[Trump opposition] was a very significant element of this

election season,” Forand said. “We weren’t surprised. We’ve done a couple special elections and we started to see this wave materializing.” According to Forand, whose firm worked on the Latimer campaign as well as campaigns of other Democrats in the county, like most strategists and Democratic candidates moving to capitalize on simmering resentment toward the Trump administration, he was unsure of what the magnitude of Trump opposition would be, but with passing time and the crystallization of solid voting data, its efficacy has been borne out, and indicates a full-blown political phenomenon. Forand said that Red Horse has already begun to analyze the results of previous Westchester County executive races, and according to the firm’s calculations, voter turnout in this election has outpaced the last four executive races, with the closest turnout coming in 2005 when nearly 9,000 less voters re-elected Democrat Andy Spano over then-challenger Astorino. But compared to 2013—the last county executive race which TRUMP continued on page 8

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Rye Neck students stand up to cyberbullying A group of Rye Neck Middle School, RNMS, students in sixth through eighth grade, who had demonstrated leadership skills as members of the school community, partnered with rep-

resentatives from the Anti-Defamation League for a workshop on Oct. 24. As part of a worldwide movement, the students engaged in an important conversation about

how cyberbullying affects their community and how they can prevent it. Empowered to become allies and stand up for what’s right, they participated in a variety of activities and action

Rye Neck Middle School students partner with representatives from the Anti-Defamation League for a workshop on cyberbullying. Photo courtesy Rye Neck school district

planning to discover how they can make a positive difference in their school and community. “We want to stress that Rye Neck Middle School is a place of acceptance where all students are welcomed and accepted for who they are, and that there really is no place for hate here,” said Meegan Lawlor, a guidance counselor at RNMS.

Lawlor said that while technology provides students with a wide range of opportunities, it is important to teach them how to use it safely and think before they post anything online. Throughout the school year, the core group of students will help spread the message of acceptance to the entire school and continue to participate in

activities that promote unity and respect among their peers. For the fifth consecutive year, RNMS is participating in the Anti-Defamation League’s No Place for Hate program, which is designed to create an inclusive and tolerant school community by empowering students to reduce bullying. (Submitted)

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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library

Open to middle and high school-aged teens.

Larchmont Public Library

For more information on hours and programs, visit mamaronecklibrary.org. The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23.

For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org. The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23.

All Ages Storyhour & Craft

Yoga for Kids

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, Nov. 18 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.

Tween Time: Turkey Drumstick Headbands On Monday, Nov. 20 from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with making a turkey drumstick headband. This program is for children in grades 3–6, 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.

Thanksgiving Supercharged Storytime On Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Join in for thankful stories, then make a special harvest placemat and decorate the library’s thankfulness tree. No registration required.

Teen Holiday Gift Projects From Friday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 26 in the Teen Library. Drop in anytime during Thanksgiving weekend for some great holiday gift ideas and projects with repurposed library book crafts.

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.

Full STEAM Ahead: Thanksgiving Science On Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. For ages 3 and 4. Come to the library for a bounty of fun science events. Participants will make butter as a group and create their own cranberry structures. A ticket is required to attend this event, and will be available beforehand.

Sci-Fri: Egg Parachutes On Friday, Nov. 24 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. For grades 3–5. Look out below. Learn to make your own functional egg parachute. How far can it fall? How much weight can it hold? That all depends on you. Come to Sci-Fri and give it a try. Online registration required.

Mamaroneck news Annual Turkey Trot The 51st annual village of Mamaroneck Turkey Trot is taking place on Sunday, Nov. 19, featuring the flattest, certified 5K course in Westchester. The 1-mile Gobbler race will start at 9:45 a.m. Pre-registration cost for the 1-mile children’s race is $20 on race day. Adults running with children run for free. The 5K Turkey Trot will start at 10:15 a.m. Race day registration is $40.Both races begin in front of the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion at Harbor Island Park. Runners can register for both races at athlinks.com/event/51st-annual-mamaroneck-turkey-trot-5k-16521. Race day registration is from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. on Nov. 19. The awards ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. in the Stephen E. Johnston Beach Pavilion. In celebration of the 51st anniversary, every runner who crosses the finish line will go home with a turkey medal. Water will be available for runners along the race course and at the finish line. No baby strollers, jogging strollers or pets are permitted in the race. For more information on these exciting races, please call the village of Mamaroneck Recreation Department at 777-7784. Questions may also be emailed to recreation@vomny.org or visit facebook. com/VOMRecDept.

Sheldrake Environmental Center The Sheldrake Environmental Center is located at 685 Weaver Street in Larchmont. For more information, visit sheldrakecenter.org.

Draw in the Fall Neighborhood Nature Series continues with Draw in the Fall on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Take a walk around the pond with one of the center’s naturalists, learn about nature, take in the fall colors, and make three stops at favorite lookout spots. Your blooming artists will be able to sketch what they see and capture the beauty of fall. The Sheldrake Environmental Center will provide the artist tools and the inspiration, you provide the creativity. Perfect for families. This program is free for members, and $10 per person for non-members. Sign up at sheldrakecenter.org.

Pet Rescue Thanksgiving drive During the upcoming holiday season, we’re reminded how thankful we are to have wonderful friends like you who care about helping homeless animals. Thanks to your generosity and support, Pet Rescue is able to give them a second chance. Very often, the dogs and cats the organization rescuez arrive in poor condition. Some have lived on the streets, foraging for food; some have been badly neglected or abused. For these cats and dogs, especially, nutritious food is essential because it gives their immune systems a badly needed boost. In just a week, Pet Rescue can see a difference; they fill out, their eyes and coats glisten and they’re frisky and happy. While some food is donated to Per Rescue, last year it has spent almost $25,000 on dog and cat food. Can you help offset these costs? Your gift today will help ensure that our rescued animals will

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have a nutritious meal on Thanksgiving Day—and every day of the year. Please visit ny-petrescue.org to make a donation via PayPal. With sincerest gratitude and warmest wishes for a happy Thanksgiving.

At Home on the Sound

Worth Remembering: Alexander the Great Georgette Gouveia will take the podium at At Home on the Sound on Tuesday, Nov. 28 in the service organization’s popular bimonthly series. She will remind listeners that when Alexander III inherited the throne of the ancient Greek country Macedonia in 333 B.C., he set out on a military quest. In 10 years it earned him the title “Great” and an empire that swept from Balkans to India. Gouveia will consider the consequences of that conquest and what that campaign has to say about our own troubled times. Gouveia is editor in chief of WAG magazine, a luxury lifestyle publication judged a top magazine by The New York Press Association three years in a row. She is also the author of “The Penalty for Holding” recently published by Less Than Three Press, and “Water Music” published by Greenleaf Book Group. The program on Nov. 28 is free and open to the public in Russell Hall, Larchmont Avenue Church, located at 60 Forest Park Ave. Refreshments at 3:30 p.m.; the program begins at 4 p.m. For more information, visit athomeothesound.org.

LEGOLAND Westchester LEGO Star Wars Days From Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Nov. 19. May the Force be with you as Jedi Knights, Droids and Clone Troopers invade LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester during the LEGO Star Wars Days. The weekend features fun-filled activities for all ages including a themed mosaic build in the Master Builder Academy, a Star Wars MINILAND scavenger hunt, and photo opportunities with LEGO Star Wars creations built by the center’s Master Model Builder. Star Wars fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite character while exploring the ultimate LEGO Star Wars galaxy of fun. Costumed fan groups will also make appearances to meet and greet fans of all ages. Annual Pass holders are encouraged to attend the LEGO Star Wars Days kickoff at 4 p.m. on Nov. 17. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St., Yonkers. Tickets start at $15.95; children under 2 are free. Opening hours: Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call 866243-0770 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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Rye Neck students inducted into honor society Twenty-three Rye Neck High School juniors and seniors were inducted into the school’s Thespian Society troupe during the annual International Thespian Society induction ceremony on

Nov. 6. The International Thespian Society, a division of the Educational Theatre Association, is an honor society for high school students who are recognized for

their dedication and participation in the theater and performing arts. Inductees are required to earn points and complete at least 100 hours of service in the field. They earn points either by par-

Juniors and seniors are induceted on Nov. 6. Photos courtesy Rye Neck school district

ticipating in theater productions at the high school, taking theater classes, attending theater enrichment opportunities or a combination of all three. Once a student has earned enough points, he or she can be inducted into the International Thespian Society during their junior or senior year. “I’m so proud of how well they have performed over the past few years, sometimes under intense pressure, and through it

all they’ve thrived, achieved and learned so much,” said Scott Harris, theater director and Thespian Society troupe director. “Rye Neck’s theater students are wonderful, and as a theater teacher, it’s really my pleasure to be able to work with such fine young students.” International Thespian Society inductees include seniors Anne Alcin, Sabrina Angulo, Emma Finkenberg, Joshua

Goldin-McCarthy, Margaret Kohler, Omar Laguerre-Lewis, Danny Morningstar, Raven Parham, Alyssa Rainaldi, Keeley Stuff, Leo Swatski, Rebecca Taylor and Yoli Zarate; as well as juniors Sydney Bisceglia, Jazzy Cores, Stella Ewen-Tanaka, Kathleen Fox, Ryan Germani, Jake Guagnini, Milo Haviland, Ris Igrec, Grace O’Rourke and Zoe Schuman. (Submitted)

Students needing to complete 100 hours of service, perform in theater productions, take theater classes, attend theater enrichment programs in order to be inducted.

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A Taste of Westchester raises $50k for all-inclusive park By TAYLOR BROWN General Assignment Reporter Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s A Taste of Westchester event has helped to raise money for the organization to create a fully accessible park for children with and without disabilities. On Nov. 13, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, CPW, a nonprofit organization that provides services for children and adults with cerebral palsy, a condition caused by brain damage, hosted its 12th annual A Taste of Westchester. Stephanie Russo-Pastihla, associate executive director for CPW, said the funds from the evening will be allocated toward the creation of Harmony Park, an all-accessible sensory garden and park for children that will be located on CPW’s Rye Brook campus. Russo-Pastilha estimated the event raised $50,000. “I would definitely say it was a big success… and [that] we’ve raised more money [this year] than in years past,” she said. A site plan application for the park was submitted to the village of Rye Brook Planning Board in January, which specified that the park would include 14 pieces of recreational equipment “that provide a therapeutic component in the inner courtyard.” According to Richard Osterer, board president of CPW, they have broken ground on the park, but as of press time, there hasn’t been an official opening date announced. Osterer said, “Little ones whose lives are too often defined by challenges will reap the critical benefits of play that come so naturally to ‘typical’ kids.” At $125 a ticket, the event brought out more than 300 people who were given the opportunity to bid on curated gift baskets, purchase raffle tickets, and try dishes from more than 30 restaurants from around Westchester County. All the funds from these sales will go toward CPW. Russo-Pastihla said the participating restaurants played a key role in helping bring in people to the event. Beyond the delicious sam-

From left, tuna tartare with avocado, crispy shallot and soy-lime vinaigrette, and hanger steak with potato gaufrette, jalapeno mashed potatoes and chimichurri by BLT Steak in White Plains. Photos/Sibylla Chipaziwa

ples, eventgoers were treated to a cooking demonstration from Jean-Claude Lanchais, the executive chef at the Renaissance Westchester Hotel. Lanchais made a crab avocado salad with a dressing of mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup and hot sauce. Other notable attendees included Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont, who said he believes the event serves an important role in

making others aware of the work that CPW does. “To host an event like this is sensational,” he said. Belmont added that A Taste of Westchester is also important because it brings friends and family together and raises awareness and funds for a common cause. “We do as much as we can,” he said. CONTACT: taylor@hometwn.com

Baskets were auctioned off as part of the evening’s event.

From left, Richard Osterer, and Peter Russo, executive committee chairman for A Taste of Westchester.

A TASTE OF WESTCHESTER PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Albanese’s Chocolate Fantasies in Scarsdale Angelina’s Ristorante in Tuckahoe Antipasti di Napoli at The Briarcliff Manor in Briarcliff Manor Antonees Gourmet Catering in Tuckahoe Basta in Ossining BLT Steak in White Plains Blue Moon Mexican Café in Bronxville Captain Lawrence Brewing Company Chocolations in Mamaroneck Crabtree’s Kittle House Restaurant & Inn in Chappaqua Don Coqui in White Plains Edible Arrangements of Eastchester in Eastchester Emma’s Ale House in White Plains EQUUS at the Castle Hotel & Spa in Tarrytown Havana Central in Yonkers Hive Living Room + Bar in White Plains Longford’s Own-Made Ice Cream in Rye Lulu Cake Boutique in Scarsdale NoMa Social in New Rochelle Quenas Restaurant in Harrison Texas De Brazil in Yonkers The Gourmet Taste Catering in Rye Brook The Olde Stone Mill in Tuckahoe Walter’s Hot Dogs in Mamaroneck Williams Sonoma in White Plains Wood & Fire in Plesantville

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Library reaches Battle of the Books semi-finals

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The Larchmont Tigers teen team. Contributed photo

The fourth annual Westchester Library System, WLS, Battle of the Books took place on Saturday, Oct. 21 at Hendrick Hudson High School in Montrose. The Larchmont Public Library proudly sent two teams to this fast-paced trivia competition. A total of nine children and seven teens represented Larchmont at the Battle. Both Larchmont teams were competitive and made strong showings. The Library’s Teen

team—The Larchmont Tigers— made it to the semi-finals and missed playing in the final battle by only two points. But most importantly, the players represented the library well - worked as a team, respected others, and demonstrated good sportsmanship. The Larchmont Tigers teen team included Rohan S. Gupta, Maria Haralampopoulos, Mila Kinnear, Jarvis Savage, Sophie Thorpe, Zoe Todd and Bella

Wasserman. Kim Larsen, young adult librarian, coached the Larchmont Tigers teen team. The Larchmont Book Bombardiers children’s team were represented at the Battle by Will Cannaday, Sahil Gupta, Gray Hackett, Ellie Konvisser, Danielle Kravetz, Tricia Latimer, Zach Otto, Tyler Prozes, and Julia Warner with Children’s Librarian coach, Linnea Moosmann. (Submitted)

Participants in the Battle of the Books read: Children’s Tournament:

“Fuzzy Mud” by Louis Sachar “Ms. Bixby’s Last Day” by John David Anderson “One Crazy Summer” by Rita Williams-Garcia “Out of My Mind” by Sharon M. Draper “The Witches” by Roald Dahl Teens’ Tournament:

“Everything, Everything” by Nicola Yoon “Fever, 1793” by Laurie Halse Anderson “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” by J.K. Rowlin “Jackaby” by William Ritter “Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25” by Richard Paul Evans

Democrats this election cycle had the benefit of a backlash against President Donald Trump as well as a strong union turnout to help vote down a ballot proposal for a constitutional convention. The perfect storm led to a blue tidal wave on Election Day that saw the party capture victories across the board. Photo courtesy Flickr.com

pitted Astorino against New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson— county Board of Elections data shows there was a 46 percent increase in Democratic voters this year, while Republican votership remained almost completely static. According to Jake Dilemani, the senior vice president for Mercury Public Affairs, a multinational political consulting group, even Latimer’s worst re-election performance for his New York state Senate seat would have been enough to beat Astorino this year. Astorino was first elected in 2009 and had dealt rather easily with two previous Democratic challengers. “President Trump’s low approval ratings and the general disgust among the electorate… certainly contributed to the Democratic enthusiasm experienced across the country, and right here in Westchester,” Dilemani said. “[Latimer’s] immense talent for retail politicking and an incredible work ethic, coupled with his representing a substantial share of the county’s swing

turf in the state Senate, where he has consistently won re-election, made him the best Democratic candidate for this race.” But lesser-known Democrats also benefited on Election Day. Damon Maher, a New Rochelle Democrat, wrestled away control of a seat that had been in Republican hands since 2010, defeating incumbent county Legislator Sheila Marcotte, of the 10th legislative district. “I spoke with at least 2,000 people along the way in Tuckahoe and New Rochelle,” said Maher, who by his tally knocked on nearly 9,000 doors during the campaign. “When you mentioned the Republican Party and Astorino, for some people that’s all they had to hear.” Against Marcotte, a formidable Republican opponent who had won three previous re-elections to the seat, Maher was the beneficiary of 7,158 Democratic votes, an increase of 3,481 votes over Marcotte’s previous Democratic opponent, Haina Just-Michael, in 2015. In total, the Maher-Marcotte

race saw a turnout increase of 53 percent, or more than 4,600 additional votes, compared to the 2015 race. Maher also credited nationally spearheaded grassroots Democratic groups like Indivisible, which have used their framework—a model crafted after the far-right Tea Party movement— to galvanize Democrats across the country, and seemed to help mobilize Westchester voters as well. Locally, Democrats carried out sweeps in communities throughout the county, in some cases shifting the balance of governmental power to Democrats. Forand said that for many Democrats that voted, their return to the fold marked a foray into local politics and a clear message that they’re re-engaged with their communities. “In some ways this is a rekindling of understanding how important local races are,” he said. “There’s a recognition that every race matters.” CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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After the passage of a law in October allowing microbreweries onto a section of Hoyt Avenue, the village of Mamaroneck Board of Trustees is set to hear its first application by Half Time Beverage. File photo

into village commercial districts would affect noise and traffic; concerns were exacerbated after the debacles surrounding Ralph’s Italian Ices & Ice Cream and the Westchester Sandbox Theatre, both of which were found to be operating outside the bounds of the village zoning code. While Ralph’s Italian Ices & Ice Cream was shut down after a prolonged zoning appeal process, the Westchester Sandbox Theatre has since relocated to the village’s industrial area under more conducive zoning laws. While the micro-alcohol law passed in October only alters zoning laws on a half-block section of Hoyt Avenue, a more holistic zoning revamp regarding such establishments is currently

underway, according to Potok, as part of the revitalization of Mamaroneck’s industrial area. Potok said the village is expecting more applications to come before the village in the next six months regarding breweries looking to set up shop in the industrial area. Currently, a planning firm hired by the village in September is in the midst of formulating recommendations on how to rezone the area—recently rebranded as the Maker Zone—to fit a wider swath of business types, including boutique hotels, office spaces and entertainment. Already in Mamaroneck, the Good Shepherd Distillery— which distills a number of different spirits including brandy and

vodka—has already been open for more than a year, while neighboring municipalities like the village of Port Chester, where StilltheOne Distillery makes its own American whiskey, have gotten ahead of the curve, updating their code to make conditions more conducive to craft alcohol businesses. In New York state, craft brewing operations have exploded throughout the last several years. According to a 2017 report from the New York State Brewers Association, the craft beer industry is expected to generate $810 million in taxes and pay more than $550 million in wages across the state. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com

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found objects that often represent human empowerment. He is best known for his “Soundsuits”—colorful and whimsical suits that were first created in response to the Rodney King riots, pictured above. These suits fully cover the body and empower the wearer by preventing any bias by the viewer about the wearer’s identity. Influenced by the Dada art movement, artist Arman protested against the materialist ideals found in the Modernism movement. Using found and discarded items, he constructed new pieces that act as a voice of nonconformity. The exhibition title’s use of the word “object” has double meaning: the word can be defined as a tangible item, as well as an act of protest or opposition. In this exhibition, both artists embrace both meanings, as the objects in their works act as agents of social commentary. “Their shared love of objects found in popular culture makes their work visually arresting and intellectually satisfying, full of rich associations and symbolic meaning,” explained KMA Executive Director Darsie Alexander. In KMA’s Learning Lab, collected materials will be on hand for visitors to use as part of a collaborative installation or personal artwork. Visitors are invited to incorporate their own tchotchkes into the collective piece. For more information, visit katonahmuseum.org.

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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.

New book by acclaimed choral conductor “A Practical Guide to Choral Conducting,” a new book by critically acclaimed choral conductor and Westchester resident Dr. Harold Rosenbaum, was recently published by Routledge. It offers a valuable resource to conductors, singers, organists and music teachers about challenges that all conductors of choral ensembles face. The book reveals a behind-the-scenes look at 50 great choral works from throughout history, along with analyses and suggestions that will help to aid conductors in directing each piece. Rosenbaum lends his keen ears, observations from his 45-year career and personal insight to provide practical technical ideas for conductors and singers to consider during performances. Rosenbaum is the founder and conductor of The New York Virtuoso Singers, now in its 30th season. For more information about the book, visit routledge.com.

-Mary Alice Franklin

Baroque master exhibited at iona college

Songcatchers celebrates 40 years with documentary Songcatchers continues its 40th anniversary celebration with the premiere of a new documentary, “40 Years of Music-Making: A Tribute to Songcatchers,” by filmmaker Nicholas Carter. Presented in tandem with New Rochelle Council on the Arts on Nov. 19, the documentary chronicles the history of the nonprofit choral group. The documentary also honors the group’s founder, Sister Beth Dowd, who began the group with a mission to nurture programs that “create a peaceful community spirit and enable growth of body, mind and spirit.” The event will feature a performance by the group’s intergenerational concert choir, which will be joined by former members and friends to sing a selection of their favorite and signature songs. For more information, visit songcatchers.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

An exhibition presented by Iona College Council on the Arts this month explores Flemish artists of the 16th and 17th centuries and the Flemish Baroque period. Twenty-six works from the collection of Seena and Arnold Davis were carefully chosen by curators Tom Ruggio and Thomas Germano to provide a narrative of the Baroque period, with Peter Paul Rubens as the connective tissue. All of the works “somehow relate to the political and religious climate from which Rubens emerged, his development in Antwerp, travels to Italy, artists who worked alongside him and students in his workshop,” explains Ruggio. “Peter Paul Rubens and the Flemish 17th Century” showcases four works by Rubens, including “Head of Marie de’ Medici (Study for Reconciliation of the Queen and her Son).” The exhibition is on view through Nov. 30 at Iona College’s Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery. For more information, visit bit.ly/IonaCollegeArts.

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Arman, Nick Cave at Katonah Museum of Art Through Jan. 7, 2018, Katonah Museum of Art, KMA, presents the work of two visual artists who each gather and reassemble everyday items from their surroundings as a way to create a commentary and open dialogue about their environments. “Object Out Loud: Arman and Nick Cave” showcases more than 20 works that utilize the power of these found materials to speak volumes about the society from which they were taken. Nick Cave creates garments and sculptures out of

Artists explore voting rights On Nov. 6, 1917, women won the right to vote in New York state. As a result, organizations throughout the county are also taking a look at the history of women’s suffrage and voting rights. ArtsWestchester: The “Give Us The Vote” exhibition commemorates this anniversary with works that shine a light on the suffrage movement, as well as works that examine barriers to the voting ballot that still exist in America today. For instance, Natalie Baxter’s suspended white and gold flags and umbrellas reference the 1916 protest during which delegates had to walk through a line of women wearing white attire with gold sashes and umbrellas; her work “The Golden Lane” is pictured above. Laurel Garcia Colvin combines images of women’s rights figures from throughout history, leading to the recent women’s rights marches, along with protest signs and resources for visitors to write to their local representatives. Works in the exhibition look at what it took to get to this point, and the work that still needs to be done for equal voting rights for all citizens of the United States. For more information, visit artsw.org/giveusthevote.

Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art: In conjunction with ArtsWestchester’s “Give Us The Vote” exhibition, two artists have created a voting booth for Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, HVCCA, which is on view through Dec. 17. For “Women Warriors,” five large-scale panels by artist Isis Kenney depict suffragettes like Susan B. Anthony and Sojourner Truth in their fight for equal rights. It also portrays modern day feminist icons such as Sonia Sotomayor, Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Oprah Winfrey as superheroes. Culture-laden flags by popular muralist Cey Adams are also on display. According to HVCCA director and co-founder Livia Straus, “[The exhibition] looks to history to teach what has been accomplished and what ingrained issues still must be addressed.” Kenney and Adams both use bold visual signifiers of hip-hop to address what it is to be an American. For more information, visit hvcca.org. New Castle Historical Society: The New Castle Historical Society’s exhibition explores women’s suffrage and the life of Carrie Chapman Catt, a leading suffragist and former New Castle resident. Through historic documents, replica artifacts such as “Votes for Women” sashes, pennants and buttons, as well as historic photographs of suffragists participating in rallies, this exhibition explores the story of the men and women who fought for the creation of the 19th Amendment. Catt, a founder of the League of Women Voters, was a driving force in the expansion of the suffragist movement as she proposed that supporters campaign for suffrage on the state and federal levels simultaneously. The exhibition is on view through June 30, 2018. For more information, visit newcastlehs.org. Neuberger Museum of Art: In Neuberger Museum of Art’s “Votes!” a set of wall panels, provided by the New York State Museum, delineate the struggle for voting rights that women faced between 1848 and 1917. The project also focuses on New Yorkbased cartoonist and suffrage activist Lou Rogers, who was born Annie Rogers. Her political cartoons had a pro-women stance and were published in many magazines and newspapers. Finally, a voting booth in conjunction with ArtsWestchester’s “Give Us The Vote” exhibition will be designed as an art installation by Purchase College’s Political Science class. For more information, visit neuberger.org. -Mary Alice Franklin

These articles appear in the November 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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As people around the nation prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving next week, the Internet is awash in folks telling their own Turkey Day horror stories, publicly preparing for the worst as they get ready to enjoy a delicious—yet stressful—time with their families. Most of the tales are wellworn at this point. From decades old resentments flaring into fullblown arguments around the dinner table, to heated political discussions that turn the meal sour, nearly everyone has had some sort of experience that, at one time or another, made them at least consider plopping down on their own couch with a TV dinner instead of subjecting themselves to a potentially calamitous Thanksgiving gathering. In that regard, I’ve been fairly lucky. Our family’s Thanksgivings are traditionally festive

affairs full of good food and good times—politics have rarely, if ever, come between us no matter how much wine happens to be flowing. But each year— and especially this one—there is one touchy subject that lurks like a powder keg: sports. My family, while close-knit, has no shortage of diverse rooting interests. I may be the lone Red Sox fan in the group, but we’ll have Met fans sitting with lifetime Yankee supporters, Jets and Giants rooters breaking bread with one another, and cousins competing in family fantasy leagues sniping at each other about impactful stat corrections. It can sometimes be overwhelming. No strangers to busting chops, my family members can often be brutal at gatherings. I’ve written here before about the Johnny Damon Yankees jersey that was gifted to me at Christmas by my grandma, after Damon left Boston for the Bronx. When Mets’ starter Noah Syndergaard got hurt in April, my teenaged cousin—who bleeds Orange and

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Blue—found a Thor bobblehead waiting for him when the family got together for the Fourth of July. This year, I don’t really know what to expect. The Sox beat the Yanks for the AL East title, but the Bombers came within one game of the World Series. The Jets may have bragging rights over the Giants for now, but success for Gang Green is always a tenuous thing, so I don’t expect to hear much from the Flight Crew around the table. The only thing I know for sure is that my cousin Andy, a lifelong Eagles fan, will find someway to slip the birds’ dominance in the NFC into just about every conversation we have. I think I’ll have to keep in mind that Thursday isn’t about petty squabbles, it’s about family, food and giving thanks. I, for one, am just thankful that the Giants aren’t playing until 8:30 p.m. Maybe everyone will go home by the time they kick off.

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Titans up for new challenges

Rich Myers will take over coaching duties for the Titans this year. Myers has spent 15 years working with the White Plains Plainsmen club program. Contributed photo

By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor With a host of returning players—and a new coach calling the shots—the Rye Town/Harrison Titans hit the ice last week in preparation for the 2016-17. Given the team’s success over the past few years, the Titans are hoping to once again vie for supremacy in a crowded Division I landscape. Newly appointed head coach Rich Myers will be behind the bench for the Titans this season, following 15 years of coaching

at the club level with the White Plains Plainsmen. According to Myers, his familiarity with the players on the combined team that features players from Blind Brook, Harrison, Rye Neck and Port Chester has been a boon in the early-goings of the preseason. “Fortunately, I’ve either personally coached or coached against nearly every kids on this team, and they know me too,” Myers said. “And I’ve been pleasantly surprised as far as the skill level of the team; there’s not a big drop-off talent-wise.” After earning appearances in the Section I finals in both 2015 and 2016, the Titans head into the upcoming campaign coming off an 11-9 regular season record and a first-round playoff exit against Clarkstown. This year’s squad brings back a number of standouts, including speedy winger Max Chalfin, who led all returners with 20 points last season. Chalfin will be joined on the offensive end by fellow senior Sam Kaplan, who had 10 assists last season, and junior Jack Shapiro, who tallied 11 total points. Senior defenseman Matt Milone will give the Titans a solid physical presence on the blue

line and should also be a major offensive contributor as well. Although Myers admitted that he’s still becoming familiar with the talent on the roster, with nearly 30 players on the roster, he hopes to see the Titans use their depth and skill to their advantage. “We plan to run a high-intensity, fast-tempo speed game,” he said. “But you can’t make kids faster, so we if that style doesn’t fit, we’re going to have to make adjustments going forward.” The Titans officially kick off the year on Nov. 24, when they suit up for the annual White Plains Invitational Tournament held at the Ebersole Ice Rink. With three games in three days, the tourney should help the Titans figure out where they are as they get ready for the rest of the regular season. “Early on, I just want to see that we are outworking other teams, and I want to see that we are making sound hockey decisions,” Myers said. “Everyone is in the same boat early on, everyone is a little rusty, but our guys have been playing together, and I think that is an advantage.”

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Matt Milone fires a shot in 2016. Milone will be the team’s most experienced defenseman this winter.

Max Chalfin fights for a puck last season. Chalfin comes into this season as the team’s returning leader in points.

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