PRESOSRTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.
PERMIT NO. 5121
• $2,295,000 Larchmont Avenue, Howell 75
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Operated. and Owned Independently is Office Each
juliabfee.com
1946 Palmer Avenue Palmer 1946
LARCHMONT BROKERAGE LARCHMONT
914.552.2750
Janet Demasi Janet
Seaman First Class Eric Fridenvalds displays his Bronze Star. Bronze his displays Fridenvalds Eric Class First Seaman projects are vital to ensuring ensuring to vital are projects - Ma of Town the of Supervisor - Ma in projects infrastructure continued on page 9 page on continued
own, the group explained. The The explained. group the own, Seligson, Nancy said feet,” our water clean needed critically flow. The group commended commended group The flow.
by the municipalities on their their on municipalities the by beneath crumbling currently the on attention focus to - over by threatened be could
dollars, cannot be fully funded funded fully be cannot dollars, are that culverts and pipes of Mamaroneck in area servation along Hommocks Road itself itself Road Hommocks along
many cases will cost millions of of millions cost will cases many infrastructure underground - Con Hommocks at 16 vember fragile conservation area area conservation fragile
These projects, which in in which projects, These very the but facilities, water - No on gathered lawmakers it was pointed out that the the that out pointed was it
and nation,” she added. added. she nation,” and drinking and wastewater to municipal officials and state state and officials municipal At the news conference, conference, news the At
throughout the county, state state county, the throughout upgrades needed included only servationists, a group of local local of group a servationists, Long Island Sound. Island Long
in the Sound Shore area but but area Shore Sound the in not discussed “Projects - con and officials union tives, to protect streams, rivers and and rivers streams, protect to
ture is a crisis not just here here just not crisis a is ture communities. surrounding - execu construction of lition treated and managed in order order in managed and treated
- infrastruc “Aging maroneck. and Rochelle New maroneck, - coa unlikely an Joining that wastewater is properly properly is wastewater that
Calls for State Public Works Grants and Assistance and Grants Works Public State for Calls
Facing Staggering Clean Water Repair Costs, Coalition Coalition Costs, Repair Water Clean Staggering Facing
Komar. continued on page 9 page on continued
Left to right: Larchmont Trustee Peter Fanelli; New York State Senator George Latimer; Trustees Malcolm Frouman, John John Frouman, Malcolm Trustees Latimer; George Senator State York New Fanelli; Peter Trustee Larchmont right: to Left - John Carl cited Bender
richness of our lives…” our of richness stressed. woman Jaine Elkind Eney; Eney; Elkind Jaine woman
son stated. “They add to the the to add “They stated. son from the Gulf War,” Bender Bender War,” Gulf the from - Council (TOM) maroneck
- Selig community,” the of part 1,810 from Viet Nam and 3 3 and Nam Viet from 1,810 - Ma of Town Walsh; Lorraine
ence, their service and being being and service their ence, rea; 120 from the Cold War; War; Cold the from 120 rea; Komar on behalf of Mayor Mayor of behalf on Komar
- experi their with dimension, - Ko from 8,100 II; War World colm Frouman and John John and Frouman colm
munity give us such an added added an such us give munity are still unaccounted for from from for unaccounted still are - Mal Fanelli; Peter Trustees
- com our in veterans the that More than 78,000 Americans Americans 78,000 than More cluded Village of Larchmont Larchmont of Village cluded
Veterans Day because I think think I because Day Veterans against his/her oppressors... oppressors... his/her against Officials attending in- attending Officials
honored to be with veterans on on veterans with be to honored frailty of one prisoner alone alone prisoner one of frailty November 11. November
“I am very happy and and happy very am “I one is small—symbolizing small—symbolizing is one
Flint Park location on Friday, Friday, on location Park Flint
tor George Latimer. George tor captivity. “This table set for for set table “This captivity. emotional ceremonies at their their at ceremonies emotional
- Sena NYS and Seligson Nancy a little table with symbols of of symbols with table little a erans in a series of poignant, poignant, of series a in erans
Steven Otis; TOM Supervisor Supervisor TOM Otis; Steven Boy Scout Troop 4 utilizing utilizing 4 Troop Scout Boy - vet living and POW/MIA’s en,
York State (NYS) Assemblyman Assemblyman (NYS) State York accompanied by members of of members by accompanied - fall the honored 347 Post gion
pervisor Ernie Odierna; New New Odierna; Ernie pervisor Remembrance Ceremony, Ceremony, Remembrance - Le American Larchmont
- Su Councilman/Deputy phy; er performed the POW/MIA POW/MIA the performed er
- Mur A. Thomas Councilman - Bend Al Commander BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN E. STEPHEN BY Larchmont A.L. Post 347 Honors the Fallen, POW/MIA’s and Living Veterans Living and POW/MIA’s Fallen, the Honors 347 Post A.L.
Ledger SUBSCRIPTION! COMPLIMENTARY
larchmontledger.com december2016 vol. 12 - issue 12 issue - 12 vol. december2016 2 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast Honors Community Leaders BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN geon and founder of American tators wondered why righteous- Muslim Women’s Association; ness would be described in A wealth of love, goodwill Reverend Stephen C. Holton, that unusual way; the answer and musical entertainment St. James Episcopal Church, they gave is that a coat of mail is flowed through Benziger Hall at North Salem and Dr. Carl Pro- composed of many small met- Manhattanville College during cario-Foley, Office of Mission al plates, each one seemingly the 15th Annual Thanksgiving and Ministry at Iona College, so insignificant in size that it Diversity Breakfaston Thurs- New Rochelle. would hardly seem to make a day, November 17 under the Procario-Foley’s depart- difference…But when they are auspices of American Jewish ment developed many pro- hooked together, they combine Committee (AJC) Westchester/ grams such as the Success After to create a protective armor. Fairfield and record 130 spon- School Center plus student out- “In the same way, they sors and partners. reach initiatives including Hab- said, individual acts of char- Ruth Hassel-Thompson, Special Over 350 Jewish, Muslim, itat for Humanity, Best Buddies ity, of support, of solidarity, Advisor for Policy and Community Christians of many races and and Project Sunshine chapters. of compassion may all seem Affairs of State homes and Commu- creeds from Westchester and Reverend Holton helped insignificantly small by them- nity Renewal, Office of NY Governor outlying communities attend- organize #We Walk Together selves… It is precisely then that Andrew Cuomo. ed. This year’s Diversity Break- and directs “Warriors of the we are asked to heed this reas- fast theme was “#We Walk Dream,” at St. Philip’s, Harlem through prayer, drumming, surance…that they can draw to- Together,” honoring Dr. Mah- where people of many back- food and sacred words of the gether…and create a protective jabeen Hassan, a plastic sur- grounds share their spirits heart. armor for the society of decen- Left to right: AJC Westchester/Fairfield Director Scott Richman; former Manhattanville Collegecy, love and generous inclusion Westchester County Legislator and New Rochelle School Board President President Dr. Michael E. Geisler for which we fervently pray…,” Pearl Quarles. suggested that G-d confused the Tucker concluded. language and scattered the peo- ple of Babel not to build vertical Co-Op Steering Committee Envisions Equal Access to towers, competing with Him but horizontally, using different lan- Summer Enrichment guages and skills to help solve problems facing humanity. The Co-Op Summer En- District should In the Benediction, Tem- richment Committee recently make equal ac- ple Israel Center Senior Rabbi released their findings regard- cess to summer Gordon Tucker referred to the ing the longstanding Co-Op enrichment an 59th chapter of the Book of Isa- Summer program in the Ma- explicit finan- iah in which the prophet depicts maroneck School District. The cial and policy G-d as “donning righteousness committee was formed in July priority. Sec- Westchester Jewish Council President Paul Warhit; Damon R. Maher, Interreligious (or charity) as a coat of mail.” 2016 and is made up of parents, ond, the school Council of New Rochelle. “Later rabbinic commen- educators, community mem- district should bers, non-profit partners, local hire a commu- businesses and young adult Co- nity based or- Op counselors. Together, they ganization to studied the importance of a administer the school-based summer program program and for “at risk” students” — stu- focus on contin- dents who are “at risk” for low uous quality im- academic performance and/ provement. or socio-emotional/behavioral Iris Her- problems as indicated by so- nandez, Mama- cio-economic risk factors and/ roneck Avenue or identification by school- School teacher based professionals. and Co-Op El- Co-Op students participate in a story telling workshop STEM Alliance Vice Pres- ementary Pro- during summer 2016. Credit: Iris Hernandez ident of Programs, Antonella gram Director, Kauffman further explained stated “The the Steering Committee’s work Co-Op program offers an en- The Co-Op Steering Commit- saying, “The importance of riching, stimulating summer tee stated that the mission of summer enrichment cannot be academic experience that is Co-Op should be to mitigate understated. The STEM Alli- woven into recreation and ex- summer slide by “providing a ance is thrilled to work in collab- ploration. All students — es- continuum of services and ac- oration with so many interested pecially those with academic ademic enrichment while en- stakeholders to consider how and social needs — benefit couraging summer fun.” we can use summer learning as tremendously from the conti- The Steering Commit- a platform for offering creative, nuity of a school-based expe- tee presented their findings student-driven experiences. rience.” during the public meeting of What’s more, we can employ Recently, both locally the Mamaroneck School Board teenagers and give them valu- and nationally, there has been on Tuesday, November 15th in able mentoring and leadership a focus on “summer slide” — the Mamaroneck High School experience.” the loss of academic skills and Tiered Classroom. Using a collaborative de- knowledge over the course of More information and the sign process and relevant re- summer vacation. This loss full report of the Co-Op Steer- search, the committee made contributes to a cumulative ing Committee can be found on two primary recommendations achievement gap between stu- the STEM Alliance’s website: about the Co-Op program. dents from higher income ver- www.lmstemalliance.org/co- First, the Mamaroneck School sus lower income households. op-summer.html. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 3 LMCTV: So Much More Than Just a Public Access Television Station BY LINNET TSE access to local government/ Of the many services “Access! Access! Ac- school proceedings, while at LMCTV provides, it is prob- cess!” . . . is what LMCTV is all the same time providing those ably best known for its local about, explained Matt Sulli- bodies with access to broad programming, which airs on van, LMCTV Chief Operating audiences. As times, needs, three different channels (Ca- Officer, at the Larchmont-Ma- and technology changed, blevision 75/76/77 and Veri- maroneck Local Summit’s Oc- LMCTV expanded its services zon 34/35/36). Sullivan shared tober 18 breakfast program. in order to fulfill its objective that in 2015 alone, LMCTV Since its inception in 1983, of providing the best service covered 150 municipal meet- LMCTV has been the Larch- to the community. Panelists ings, 80 sports contests, 225 mont-Mamaroneck-Rye Neck – Sullivan, Studio Production student-produced segments, community’s public access Manager Dena Schumacher, 200 community events and television station. Since those Senior News Producer Sheyla on-location shows, and 50 early days, it has focused on Navarro, and Office and Com- segments of its popular news serving three segments of munity Bulletin Board Man- show, “The Local Live.” the community – the public, ager Sharon Latimer-Mosley Keeping the com- the school districts, and the – highlighted key LMCTV of- munity informed of local municipal government. It ferings for the Local Summit government proceedings Matt Sullivan, COO of LMCTV, and the other pictures the four panelists, from left to right: Studio Production Manager provides the community with audience. is a fundamental part of Dena Schumacher, Senior News Producer Sheyla Navarro, Chief Operating Officer Matt Sullivan, and Office and Com- munity Bulletin Board Manager Sharon Latimer-Mosley.
Original Fine Art Available at Mamaroneck Artists Guild LMCTV’s mission. Channel dates.” and on-location shows, in- A Gift of Art has become reception will be held on tree. Or, for the art lover on 76/35 is dedicated to munic- According to Sullivan, cluding the Local Summit’s a celebrated tradition at the Saturday, December 3, from your list, give a gift card or ipal meetings; it airs live and LMCTV plays a similar role monthly breakfast pro- Mamaroneck Artists Guild. 4 to 6pm. ‘Friend of the Gallery’ mem- replayed coverage of village for our two school districts grams, LMCTV also provides The annual Holiday Show Original, one-of-a-kind bership. board, town council, and and local not-for-profit or- not-for-profit organizations and Boutique, which show- fine art is available in a va- Gallery Hours during school board meetings (both ganizations. Besides school with an important means of cases affordable and unique riety of media including Gift of Art are 7 days from Mamaroneck and Rye Neck). board meetings, it broad- reaching the community. In handmade gifts for every- paintings, photographs of 12 Noon to 5 PM and by ap- LMCTV also covers other casts high school sports addition, community mem- one on your holiday list, local interest, sculpture, pointment. key municipal meetings and contests, concerts, plays and bers can request coverage of opens on Friday, Novem- handmade jewelry, ceram- Admission to the Gal- provides a platform for local other events and also fosters their not-for-profit organi- ber 25, 2016, and continues ics, and wearable art. They lery at 126 Larchmont Avenue, official and candidates to be programming produced by zation’s events, and are also through Thursday, Decem- have calendars, cards, art- Larchmont is free. For more in- heard, through programs students. Through its cov- encouraged to produce seg- ber 24, 2016. An opening ists’ books and gifts for the formation call 834-1117. such as “Meet the Candi- erage of community events continued on page 14 4 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Board of Education Meeting Puts a Spotlight on Literacy The Board of Education’s grades (K-2) progress along her team, has been working showing that the expected “These results are ex- for all readers. As one of November 4 meeting fea- their personalized reading tirelessly to ensure that stu- rate of reading regression traordinary, given the sam- the elementary school prin- tured an update on District continua and pointed to stu- dents have access to engag- among economically disad- ple size and that it was in a cipals said, “The new books Elementary literacy initia- dents’ unprecedented “en- ing books in subject areas vantaged students over the single year,” remarked Su- have created a new culture. tives, which include a collab- ergy and excitement around of interest to them and that summer is two months, the perintendent of Schools Dr. When the students open orative all-hands-on-deck ap- books.” they benefit from reading in- District implemented a pro- Robert I. Shaps. “What we the books, they are excited proach by faculty members “Each reader is a puzzle. struction and intervention in gram this past summer to found was that the students by them.” Bookmatching is to build a community of en- We’re really the facilitators the early years, beginning in prevent summer slide. With participating in our summer taking place with both striv- gaged student readers. Ad- of 2,600 idiosyncratic read- Kindergarten. staff guidance, more than initiative seemed to experi- ing and thriving readers. ministrators and staff mem- ing journeys,” said Assistant Ward was joined by 400 Mamaroneck School ence a similar rate of growth Kindergarten Early bers described an intense Superintendent for Curric- Literacy Ambassador Mag- District students from all to the rest of our body of Literacy “Lift” focus on helping individual ulum and Instruction An- gie Hoddinott and RTI (Re- four elementary schools kids.” In identifying a set of students in the youngest nie Ward, who, along with sponse to Intervention) Co- participated in an initia- Classroom library ren- non-negotiable skills and/or ordinator Julie Wright in tive that replicated a book ovations/Bookmatching benchmarks that the young- discussing alignment of the give-away program created Hoddinott talked about the est learners must achieve in literacy work with one of the by well-known research- infusion of 1,100+ hand-se- Kindergarten -- such as let- District’s primary Stretch ers Dr. Allington and Dr. lected titles into classrooms ter identification and sound George L. Bischof, Esq. Goals: “Ensure all students McGill-Franzen. Students last spring, totaling more recognition -- the District Wills, Trusts and Estates read capably and volumi- self-selected 15 books to than 17,000 new books for has been placing an empha- Pelham Resident; Evening Housecalls nously across genres for a take home and keep over the all elementary classrooms. sis on reading instruction, variety of meaningful pur- summer, and the reading She emphasized the impor- assessment and interven- poses.” (Stretch Goals were levels among these students tance of the collaborative tion in the early years. Bischof & Bischof pllc presented to the community were assessed in June, 2016, work among teachers, librar- Wright explained how 60 East 42nd Street, Suite 764 at the September 20 Board just prior to the start of the ians, reading specialists, and reading growth among stu- of Education meeting.) The summer, and then again in coaches to match the ‘just dents is a community-wide New York, NY 10165 team presented on several September, 2016. Of the right’ book with individual issue and one that all staff (212) 867-9120 key components in place 422 students participating students so that students members throughout the that are critical to achieving in the program, 84% of them will interact with the text. district, at all grade levels, this goal -- including sum- ended up reading between From graphic novels and are involved with. “Collec- [email protected] mer slide prevention; class- four and 15 of the books; us- nonfiction picture books, to tively, we have a shared www.bischoflegal.com room library renovations/ ing the District’s universal books on bizarre and/or for- responsibility for the read- bookmatching; and what screening tool, Fountas and bidden topics, or wordless ing growth of all of our stu- they call the early literacy Pinnell, 80% of participating books, Hoddinott has been dents,” she said. Reading in- Admitted in NY and CT “lift.” students were shown to have researching books with “kid terventions begin in grades Summer Slide Prevention advanced or maintained appeal” and revamping class- K-2 and continue in the up- Based on research their reading levels over the room libraries so they are per elementary grades for summer. vibrant and dynamic places those who need them.” Girls Tennis Doubles Team Places 3RD in New York State After a long October weekend, Hommocks 8th grader Juliette Nask and MHS sophomore Katherine Orgielewicz, made it into the New York State Public High School Tennis Finals and brought home the Bronze medal for a 3rd Place win! Their 3rd Place win followed several weeks of competitive tennis against 12 different sections in New York State, 785 public high schools and more than 6,000 students. Both girls represented Ma- maroneck schools and com- munity proudly.
PUBLISHING, INC. shorelinepub.com www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 5 Taking the Polar Plunge (Freezin’ for a Reason) Continuing a Stepinac Founded in 1948, High School tradition of Archbishop Stepinac High supporting Special Olym- School’s mission is to offer pics New York in the Hudson young men a highly compet- Valley, a contingent of 40 se- itive academic and extra- niors raised $8,000 by par- curricular program that will ticipating in the 8th Annual prepare them for college and Polar Plunge (Freezin’ for a leadership roles. The faculty Reason) held recently in Glen and staff accomplish these Island, New Rochelle. After objectives by pursuing ex- braving the chilly waters of cellence and creating a sup- Long Island Sound, students portive, disciplined atmo- proudly struck a victorious sphere with a strong sense pose for Special Olympics of camaraderie and Chris- that provides year-round tian values that are unique sports training and athletic to the Stepinac experience. competitions for children For more information on and adults living with intel- Stepinac High School visit lectual disabilities. www.stepinac.org. Record Number of MHS Students Participate in Music Festivals this Year This Holiday Season Give the Gift of a Well-Earned Vacation
The Mamaroneck School throughout the United States. Alternate – cello; Ties Jansen, District has a record number Selection of high school mu- Mixed Chorus – tenor; Spen- of students chosen at the State sicians to All-State and Area cer Robinson, String Orches- level to perform in Rochester All-State, where students tra – double bass; Lucie Le at this year’s All-State Music participate with top student Blanc, Alternate – cello; Benny Festival December 1-4, 2016. musicians throughout West- Rosenzweig, Instrumental Jazz With 12 acceptances, eight Ma- chester, is based on students’ – tenor sax; Skyler Lesser-Roy, maroneck High School (MHS) ratings from the New York Alternate – violin, and Molly students will participate in the School Music Association Sloane, Women’s Chorus – alto. Call Festival. Additionally, on the (NYSSMA) Solo Festival last Students accepted into county level, 34 MHS students spring. the Westchester County Area were chosen and performed All-State and Area All- All-State Festival include: Mi- in the Area All-State Festival State groups are open to all chayla Baigel, Patricia Ballard, BAYSIDE TRAVEL on November 10, 2016 at SUNY high school music students Lauren Barragan, Jared Berger, Purchase. throughout the State and Alex Birger, Natalie Bunta, Will Vacation Specialists ~ Memory Makers “The number of students Westchester respectively. Fishell, Hannah George, Haru- selected to perform in these Band, chorus and orchestra ki Gonai, Rosa-Sofia Kamins- festivals this year is testament students selected to partic- ki, Lucie Le Blanc, Kyle Lefler, 914-833-8880 to the exceptionally hard work ipate come together to re- Skyler Lesser-Roy, Evan Maca- our students put in and to the hearse for their upcoming luso, Grace Maffucci, Rebecca www.luxurytravelservice.com talent that we have here in Ma- performances. Mancuso, Max McLoughlin, maroneck,” said Coordinator This year’s All-State ac- Ian Melamed, Samuel Morton, of K-12 Music Dina Madden. ceptances include: Jared Berg- Joshua Nidus, Seamus O'Brien, “We’re so proud of what our er, Instrumental Jazz – trum- Sofia Pantigoso, Victoria Rev- music students accomplish.” pet; Skyler Lesser-Roy, Mixed ich, Spencer Robinson, Leah Thousands of students Chorus - soprano; Will Fishell, Roffman, Atoosa Scheuer, Save Time. Make One Call. Have the Time of Your Life. ™ audition from all over New Instrumental Jazz – trum- Kevin Shen, Julia Shen, Mol- York State for the opportunity pet; Carly Levin-Santalone, ly Sloane, Julianne Stowell, to participate in the All-State Women’s Chorus - soprano; Chase Thede, Grant Tucker, Festival with guest conduc- Will Fishell, Wind Ensem- and Darcy Tyler, Hayley Weis- BaysideTravelNY tors from various universities ble – trumpet; Ian Melamed, stuch. 6 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The Larchmont Chamber of The Women’s Club of Larchmont Westchester Philharmonic Annual Winter The League of Women Voters of Red Grooms: The Blue and The Gray On December 7, a Workshop, Plan Commerce will Light up Larchmont Holiday Book and Author Luncheon Pops concert takes place on December Westchester host retired Chief exhibition runs through February for your Future and Avoid Guard- on December 3 from 3-6pm in takes place December 9, at Orienta 18 at 3pm in The Concert Hall at the Judge of New York State and Chief 12 at The Hudson River Museum, ianship, from 10am – 12Noon at Constitution Park. Visit Larchmont- Beach Club. Featured authors are Purchase Performing Arts Center, 735 Judge of the New York State Court 511 Warburton Ave., Yonkers. In this the Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Chamber.org to learn more. Nancy DeRosa, Michael Riedel and Anderson Hill Road, Purchase. The of Appeals, The Honorable Jonathon new exhibition Grooms, fascinated Tarrytown Road, Elmsford will be Jennifer McCartney. They will all be concert is led by Principal Conductor Lippman, who will be the speaker at by military history turns to the Civil presented by attorneys from the firm available to autograph their books. Ted Sperling and features the return of the annual holiday luncheon on Dec. War. His paintings and installations of Littman Krooks LLP, including Amy The Luncheon is also the clubs Pantry audience favorite singer, Ashley Brown. 9 at 1pm at the Scarsdale Woman’s are a parade of Civil War person- O’Hara. Reservations are required, Drive, donations are appreciated. Call Meet the artists and enjoy hors d’oeu- Club, 37 Drake Road, Scarsdale. alities, Grant, Jackson, Sherman, seating is limited, call 898-2114 or Anne-Mieke Smeets at 834-0194 for vres and wine at the “Pops after Party” Visit www.lwvw.org for tickets or call Southern Belles and union spies. email [email protected]. tickets and additional information. (reservations required). For tickets visit 450-2684. Visit HRM.org for details. westchesterphil.org.
Upcoming The Performing Arts Cen- will present the following pro- Library, 121 Larchmont Avenue, more information contact of- Readings” a family friendly af- ter of Purchase College, 735 An- grams; On December 5, Coloring Larchmont hosts the following [email protected] or ternoon of holiday plays followed “Family Gatherings: The derson Hill Road, Purchase host for Grown Ups, 4-6:30pm in the events: Wednesday, December call 698-0300. by refreshments from 4-5:30pm. Photographs of Richard Mar- the following: On December 15 Community Room; December 28 at 3pm, “Joe the Magic Man” For tickets visit ryeartscenter. golis” will be on view in the at 8pm, Hip Hop Nutcracker at 22 at 11am the film Florence for ages 5 – 10 (a free ticket is re- 5 org or call 967-0700. Koslowe Gallery of Westches- 8pm in the Concert Hall; And on Foster Jenkins featuring Meryl quired and distributed on a first The Osteoporosis Aware- ter Jewish Center, Palmer December 16 and 17 at 8pm, The Streep in the Community Room. come first served basis); Decem- ness Group will meet from The Town of Mamaroneck and Rockland Avenues, Ma- Rob Mathes Holiday Concert Call 630-5887 for details. ber 8 at 7pm, a presentation by 7-9pm at Burke Rehabilitation Annual Toy Drive/Skate with maroneck through Decem- with a new spin on Christmas National Parks Services Ranger, Hospital, 785 Mamaroneck Ave- Santa event takes place at Hom- ber. Call 698-2960 for details. classics. Tickets at www.artscen- Westchester County Mark St. John, on the History of nue, White Plains, Bldg. #4. The mocks Ice Rink from Noon ter.org or call 251-6200. Holiday Model Train Display Ellis Island, in the Village Center, guest speaker is Robert Lindsay, to 2pm. Gifts should not be Painting Classes with art- takes place weekends through registration is not required; De- MD, PhD, and former President wrapped and can be dropped ist Patricia Miner-Sutherland Westchester County Co- December 18 at Lasdon Park cember 14 at 11am and 2:30pm, of the National Osteoporosis off at either The Mamaroneck are held at the Larchmont-Ma- ed Volleyball Tournament will Arboretum and Veterans Me- the movie “Florence Foster Jen- Foundation. The meeting also Fire Department, 205 Weav- maroneck Senior Center at be held at the Westchester morial in Somers. Santa will be kins” presented in the Village celebrates the Holiday and at- er Street or at the Santa Skate the VFW Post at 1288 Boston County Center in White Plains on hand, visitors can take trac- Center, registration not neces- tendees are encouraged to bring Event. All gifts are donated to Post Road, Larchmont, every on Wednesday and Thursday, tor drawn wagon rides and the sary. Call 834-2281 for details. a calcium rich dessert or appe- local hospitals and charities. Wednesday from 1pm-3pm. All January 4 & 5, 7pm to 11pm.The Lasdon main garden will be lit tizer. Contact Susan at 260-9339 Visit TMFD.org to learn more. media are taught, beginners Tournament is open to men and with sparkling lights. The main for more information. and advanced painters are wel- women, 18 and older and will be house will display the huge December Westchester Jewish Cen- come. Call 834-8840 for more played in a Round Robin format model train display. The library 3 6 ter, Palmer and Rockland Ave- information. on Wednesday to determine will present holiday movies and Rye Historical Society In recognition of Israel’s nues, Mamaroneck will present the ranking of each team and a storytelling at various times. presents a Holiday Program – “Honor Day” which honors a Brunch and Learn program The Greater Westchester double elimination tournament For hours and prices visit www. “Square House by Candlelight” soldiers and victims of terror, called “Welcome the Stranger; Orchid Society meets at the round on Thursday. Fee is $200 lasdonpark.org or call 864-7268. from 7-9pm. The free event Westchester Jewish Council and Support the Refugees” at 10am. Harrison Community Center, per team. The Tournament features docents who will The JCC of Harrison, 130 Union To RSVP contact Holly Fink at 216 Halstead Avenue, Harrison is sponsored by Westchester On December 7, The Pur- guide visitors by candlelight Avenue will host The Consul [email protected] on the second Tuesday of each County Parks and Westchester chase College Conservatory of for a tour or the historic land- General of Israel in New York, month at 7pm. Those interest- Parks Foundation. Go to county- Music present The Purchase mark. Mulled cider and holiday the Hon. Dani Dayan, the Hon. A Blue Christmas Service ed are asked to contact Cordelia center.biz to download an appli- Latin Jazz Orchestra in the cookies will be offered during Shuli Mualem, a member of the is scheduled at St. Thomas Dirlam at 973-420-4966. cation. Registration deadline is Conservatory of Music, Choral the festive evening. The Square Knesset and Gil Revivo, an Israeli Church, 168 West Boston Post December 20. Hall at 8pm, and the program is House is located at 1 Purchase soldier. Call 835-2850 for infor- Road, Mamaroneck at 2pm The Harrison residents can free. On December 9 at 7pm and Street, Rye. For additional in- mation or 328-7001. service, with liturgy and music write letters to Santa (remem- Shop Local for the Holi- December 10 at 1pm, “Amahl formation contact www.rye- is intended for those for whom ber to include name and home days! Jingle, Shop and Mingle and the Night Visitors” a fully history.org or call 967-7588. 10 the holidays are not a joyful address). Letters should be and show your Larchmont Local staged opera, performed in En- At 2 and 4pm, Charles time. For more information call addressed to NORTH POLE Spirit with the Chamber Selfie glish, tickets at the website. On St. Thomas Episcopal Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, 698-0300. and dropped off at the Sollazzo Contest. Visit Larchmontcham- December 11 at 5pm, Mozart's Church, Heathcote Hall, Post Live Radio Theater will be held Center, 270 Harrison Avenue or ber.org for rules or post to Insta- Mass in C minor featuring the Road and Mount Pleasant Ave- in Glenview Great Hall, Hudson 18 The Recreation Department at gram or Facebook using #larch- Purchase Symphony Orchestra nues, Mamaroneck host their River Museum, 511 Warburton St. Thomas Episcopal Town Hall, 1 Heineman Place montjingleshopandmingle and and Chorus in The Performing Annual Christmas Fair and Avenue, Yonkers. Visit hrm.org Church, 168 West Boston Post or the Leo Mintzer Center, 251 #lovelarchmont. Tag your loca- Arts Center. For tickets and ad- Auction from 10am to 4pm. All for details. Road, Mamaroneck presents a Underhill Avenue, West Harri- tion. ditional information visit www. proceeds support At Home on candlelight Advent Service of son. All letters must be received purchase.edu. the Sound, a local non-profit 11 Lessons and Carols. For more prior to December 20. The Mamaroneck Public serving older adults in Larch- The Rye Arts Center, 51 Mil- information visit www.sainttho- Library, 136 Prospect Avenue The Larchmont Public mont and Mamaroneck. For ton Road, Rye presents “Seasons masmmrk.org or call 698-0300. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 7 STEM Alliance Celebration Cements Partnership with Derecktor Shipyards More than 130 communi- Käufer, President of the STEM STEM Alliance is committed School held on November 15, ty STEM enthusiasts attended Alliance. “It’s the crafts of the to fostering the development 2016 a landmark fundraising cel- past meeting the workforce of applied STEM learning proj- • Mini STEM-tas- ebration at Derecktor Ship- of the future - right now and ects in the community by con- tic “Choose Your Challenge” yards on Saturday, October right here in our town.” necting local individuals and Night – A free event that will 22nd to celebrate the launch The October 22nd event organizations with educators mix hands-on learning with of a groundbreaking new brought together area par- at public schools. In addition competitive spirit. Friday, educational partnership be- ents, local business leaders, to the boat building appren- March 24, 2017, 6-9pm, Hom- tween the STEM Alliance of and the educational commu- ticeships, the Alliance is also mocks Middle School. Larchmont- Mamaroneck and nity — including Dr. William working on a variety of initia- For more information on Mamaroneck’s historic ship- Tramontano, Provost and tives, including: the STEM Alliance of Larch- building company. Vice President of Academic • Hour of Code – mont-Mamaroneck, to get The STEM Alliance, a Affairs for Brooklyn College, Working with schools to en- involved, or to find out how non-profit organization creat- which has commissioned a courage each student to devote you can provide support, visit Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs for Brooklyn College, Dr. ed to support STEM (Science, research vessel currently be- at least one hour to coding-re- their website: www.lmste- William Tramontano and STEM Alliance President Margaret Käufer. Technology, Engineering & ing built at Derecktor Ship- lated activities during Com- malliance.org Photo Credit: Sam Nesser Math) learning initiatives for yards. puter Science Education Week public school students, plans “We’ve been part of the (December 5 - 11); to launch an apprenticeship fabric of the Mamaroneck • Tinkering Nights program centered around community since 1947. My – Interactive “maker” nights boat building in partnership brother and I grew up work- at local public schools for ele- with the shipyard, connecting ing in the shipyard so we mentary school students and students to the boat building know personally the value their parents, starting in No- industry and applied STEM of hands-on learning,” said vember and running all year; learning. Paul Derecktor, President • Robotics Team Com- “These local craftsman of Derecktor Shipyards. petitions – Hommocks Middle are a dying breed, and we are “That’s why we were so excit- School and Mamaroneck High at a critical moment where a ed when the STEM Alliance School teams will be com- generation of mentors could reached out to us, because peting at local and regional pass on their skills to the next we welcome the involvement competitions. The teams are generation while also working of young people in what we’re seeking local sponsors. {Learn to bring the next generation’s doing here and we think it will more at http://lmstemalliance. knowledge of cutting-edge be tremendously beneficial for org/robotics-k-12.html} technology to age-old hand- everyone involved.” • AMC-8 Math Com- work skills,” said Margaret Founded in 2013, the petition at Hommocks Middle At Home on the Sound Features a Sing-along By popular demand, John for maximum enjoyment. McIntyre returns to At Home McIntyre, a retired Mama- TAKE THE ALLSTATE on the Sound on Tuesday, De- roneck High School teacher with cember 20, with a reprise of his a Master’s from Middlebury, says “Great American Songbook” that wherever he has found him- CHALLENGE sing-along! At Home on the self in life, he has always sung in Put your policy to the test. Sound caters to residents 60 and groups, large and small. The pro- DRIVERS WHO over with services and programs gram is free and open to the en- SWITCHED SAVED on a variety subjects. tire community. Refreshments McIntyre will lead the room are served at 3:30pm. Singing $ in a variety of tunes, from Cole Por- begins at 4:00 pm at Larchmont 498 ter’s “Kiss Me Kate” and “Brush Up Avenue Church, Russell Hall, 60 A YEAR ON AVERAGE Your Shakespeare” to “Swinging Forest Park Avenue, Larchmont. on a Star” along with joyful season- More information is available at ON AVERAGE, DRIVERS WHO SWITCHED FROM: al melodies. Lyrics will be provided www.AtHomeontheSound.org John McIntyre Geico ...... saved $562 with Allstate Progressive ...... saved $467 with Allstate State Farm ...... saved $362 with Allstate
Call me to find out if you can save now.
Geoffrey Csenge (914) 834-6262 2097 Boston Post Rd. Larchmont [email protected]
Savings based on national customer-reported data for new policies in 2012. Actual savings vary. Discounts subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co. © 2013 Allstate Insurance Co. 75447 8 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.shorelinepub.com Bob Wiener of Mamaroneck Sponsors Academic Scholarships Supporters of the Journal foreign-affairs colum- interviewed scores of world backgrounds pursuing higher Director Galit Brichta. “Thanks her community by completing Friends of the Israel Defense nist and deputy editorial page leaders, including every Israeli education at more than 90 in- to our supporters, Israeli com- 130 volunteer hours during Forces (FIDF) gathered at the editor, and the former Jerusa- prime minister since Shimon stitutions in Israel. During the bat veterans who wouldn’t oth- each year of study, making Time Warner Building in the lem Post editor-in-chief, Bret Peres took office. 2015- 16 academic year, FIDF’s erwise have the opportunity to IMPACT! the premier scholar- Fall, to meet Israeli soldiers Stephens. “I think it's worth recall- IMPACT! Scholarship Program pursue higher education are ship program providing com- who have benefited from “I think the reason you're ing that we're not just here for granted 3,584 scholarships attending university and can munity service in Israel. FIDF’s IMPACT! Scholarship here tonight is that you sense, the IDF; we're here because to deserving individuals and continue contributing to Isra- Other distinguished Program, which grants college not only as Jews, but also as of the IDF. Our lives as Jews is one of FIDF's flagship and el’s future even after their mil- guests at the event included scholarships to Israel Defense Americans, that our security in America – as free citizens most successful programs. itary service.” FIDF National Chairman Ar- Forces (IDF) combat veterans and our prosperity is intimate- secure here in New York – are “FIDF’s Tri-State Region The power of the FIDF thur Stark and his wife, Sylvia; of modest means. The event ly connected to what's going on made possible in large part has supported IMPACT! Schol- IMPACT! Program resonates FIDF National Board Member honored all supporters of the way out there – and that is the thanks to these men and wom- arships for 473 students during far beyond the individual, as Harry Gross; and FIDF Nation- program. front line in the boundary be- en in uniform.” the 2015-16 academic year,” each scholarship recipient is al Director and CEO Maj. Gen. The evening featured a tween civilization and barba- The evening, hosted by said FIDF Tri-State Executive required to give back to his or (Res.) Meir Klifi- Amir. briefing by CNN regular, Pulit- rism,” said Stephens, who has Karen and Dr. Joseph Levine of zer Prize-winning Wall Street Manhattan, gave IDF veterans and the supporters who spon- sor their scholarships through FIDF the chance to meet. Bob Wiener of Mamaroneck has sponsored a total of 100 full four year academic scholar- ships, each costing $16,000 for these combat veterans through the FIDF IMPACT! Scholarship program. This year, Wiener will sponsor 18 new IMPACT! students. Since the inception of FIDF’s IMPACT! Scholarship Program in 2002, FIDF has supported 10,498 four-year academic scholarships, each of which costs a total of $16,000, (From left) FIDF National Chairman Arthur Stark; FIDF IMPACT! Scholarship recipient Sgt. (Res.) Bar Grushkevitz; Bret (From left) FIDF supporters Ella Gurevich and Barbara Phillips of Westport, to Israeli combat veterans Stephens; FIDF IMPACT! Scholarship recipient IDF 1st Lt. (Res.) Uria Haim; and event hosts Karen and Dr. Joseph Conn. from difficult socio-economic Levine.
Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans
or low cost Plan premiums • Dental, vision and hearing $0 Doctor visits • Transportation Generic drugs • Over-the-counter pre-paid cards • Fitness center membership
We’re here for your call. Contact us for eligibility and enrollment Toll Free 1.866.586.8044 [email protected] | agewellnewyork.com TTY/TDD 1.800.662.1220
AgeWell New York, LLC is a HMO plan with a Medicare contract and a Coordination of Benefits Agreement with New York State Department of Health. Enrollment in AgeWell New York, LLC depends on contract renewal. This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on Januar y 1 of each year. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. Premiums, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles may vary based on the level of Extra Help you receive. Please contact the plan for further details. This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. This information is available for free in other languages. Please call customer service at 1-866-586-8044 or TTY 1-800-662-1220 seven days a week from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Eastern Time or visit www.agewellnewyork.com. AgeWell New York complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of races, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. AgeWell New York cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles aplicables y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad o sexo. AgeWell New York ATTENTION: If you do not speak English, language assistance services, free 遵守適用的聯邦民權法律規定 of charge, are available to you. Call，不因種族 1-866-586-8044、膚色、 民族血 (TTY:統、年齡 1-800-662-1220).、殘障或 別而歧視任何人 ATENCIÓN: si habla。 español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-586-8044 (TTY: 1-800-662-1220).
1-866-586-8044 (TTY: 1-800-662-1220). H4922_MA_4002 Accepted 09102016 注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電 www.larchmontledger.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 9 Facing Staggering Clean Water Repair Costs, Coalition Calls for State Public Works Grants and Assistance continued from page 1 Makeup Must-Haves New York State for current in- vestments made to date under the Clean Water grants pro- There are some makeup essentials that you gram, but the local officials and broader coalition at the event never want to run out of -- whether that’s called on New York State to foundation, concealer or blush! re-authorize and increase fund- Make sure you stock up before you forget! ing to its successful statewide Free Shipping Clean Water Grants program as on orders over $40 part of the 2017-18 NYS budget. Findings from the recently released report on Clean Water Infrastructure Needs for Com- munities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley published Shop my online store today! by the Construction Industry www.youravon.com/lruggiero Council of Westchester & Hud- L-R: Noam Bramson, Mayor, City of New Rochelle; George Latimer, State Senator, 37th SD; Carolyn Cunningham, longtime Avon Recruiter - Linda Ruggiero 914-772-8293 son Valley and the Construc- board member, Federated Conservationists of Westchester County (FCWC); Dave Miller, staff member, Construction 2408 Boston Post Road, Larchmont tion Advancement Institute of Industry Council; the Construction Advancement Institute; Ross Pepe, president, Construction Industry Council; youravon.com/lruggiero Westchester & Mid-Hudson, executive director, the Construction Advancement Institute; Assemblymember Shelley Mayer, Yonkers; Jaine Elkind Eney, Inc. emphasized the even great- Mamaroneck Town Councilwoman; Steve Otis, State Assemblyman, 91st AD; Norman Rosenblum, Mayor, Village of er needs region-wide. The re- Mamaroneck; Nancy Seligson, Mamaroneck Town Supervisor; Edward Doyle, president, Building & Construction Trades Do You Need Your Vacuum Repaired or port, “Clean Water Infrastruc- Council of Westchester & Putnam Counties, Inc.; Ernie Odierna, Mamaroneck Deputy Town Supervisor and Councilmember Would You Like to Buy a New One? ture Needs for Communities in Westchester County and villages,” the report urged. cal governments and taxpayers,” need," State Senator George La- We specialize in Miele vacuum sales and repairs. the Hudson Valley,” identified “These Clean Water funds said Assemblyman Steve Otis, timer said. We also repair other brands such as Bissell, Dirt Devil, Eureka, nearly $1 billion of public works are vital to the environmental who helped initiate the program Mr. Pepe of the CIC and Electrolux, Hoover, Kenmore, Oreck, Panasonic and more. projects needed to control pol- and economic well-being of in the State Assembly. “With CAI added, “Mamaroneck and Free Local Pickup and lution and protect drinking wa- our region,” said Ross J. Pepe, the strong support of Governor neighboring municipalities are Mention this ad Delivery Available! ter in the region. Of that need, president of the CIC and ex- Cuomo and Assembly Speaker key examples of our aging infra- and receive $10 off the report documented $250 ecutive director of the CAI. Heastie we have already enabled structure needs. The CIC/CAI any vacuum repair million in “ready to go” clean over $1 billion in water projects report findings demonstrate or $10 off on a clean “Our findings demonstrate and service. water projects. Long-term that communities cannot do to move forward. We need to that municipalities throughout statewide clean water infra- it alone and need the support continue to increase and expand the region cannot do it alone Guaranteed Lowest structure needs remain in the of New York State to meet this this vital program, which creates and desperately need the sup- Prices on New jobs, cleans our environment port of New York State to meet Vacuum Purchases! tens of billions of dollars. challenge. It is vital that com- Call for details! The Clean Water Jobs munities in our region take ad- and lowers property taxes.” this challenge. It is vital that "With the enactment of Coalition, which endorsed the vantage of and apply for funds New York State increase Clean Willett Vacuum of Larchmont the Water Infrastructure Im- Water funds in next year’s bud- report, launched its Invest in under these programs and work 2408 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, NY provement Fund in 2015, and get to $800 million to address Clean Water/Invest in Jobs together with us to advocate for (914) 834-9628 campaign that calls upon the the program’s continuation and the funding commitment our municipal needs and enhance Visit us online at www.willettvacuum.com governor and the State Legis- the allocations of more funds.” state has put into it, we are tak- our environment, economy and lature to add $800 million to “The success of the clean ing major steps forward. But the quality of life.” its fiscal year 2017-2018 budget water infrastructure grant pro- work to be done is great, and a "We need to repair our wa- said Noam Bramson, Mayor of funds are crucial to help West- that begins April 1, 2017. “Now is gram in its first two years under- greater financial commitment ter infrastructure and the costs the City of New Rochelle. “By chester communities leverage the time to allocate more public scores the enormous need for is needed, to make sure that are so high we can't do it alone,” working together, we can make needed projects that will keep resources for the health and state funds to make critical water our families and businesses can Mamaroneck Town Supervisor the essential, necessary invest- our water clean, including in- safety of our cities, towns and quality projects affordable for lo- get the high quality water they Seligson added. “The state clean ments in the future of our envi- flow and infiltration solutions to water funds are crucial to help ronment, economy, and quality old sewer lines. FCWC has long A.L. Post 347 Honors the Fallen, POW/MIA’s and Living Veterans us move forward with the re- of life.” supported such efforts.” continued from page 1 pairs that protect water quality The Federated Conserva- A copy of the report has and create jobs." tionists of Westchester County been distributed to the gover- “A robust state/local part- longtime board member Caro- nor’s office and leaders of the nership is vital to meeting our lyn Cunningham, said, “These State Legislature for their re- region’s infrastructure needs,” water and sewer infrastructure view and consideration.
Left to right: American Legion Post 347 Commander Al Bender; Larchmont Boy Scout Troop 4 son, a distinguished 90-year- Wars, earning a Distinguished manually plotted coordinates for old Black Tuskegee Airman Flying Cross and 10 Air Medals, Marines defending Kuwait after who was denied sleeping retiring as a Colonel. the ship’s power failed, enabling quarters on a Pullman train Commander Bender then his Commanding Officer to -ra while traveling from Texas to issued a long-delayed Bronze diotelephone the combatants. Alabama for military training Star to Seaman First Class Also recognized was U.S. in 1946. Eric Fridenvalds for his Army Specialist Richard J. Dan- Johnson went on to serve action on Destroyer U.S.S. sky, a 2009 Iraq War combat in the Korean and Vietnam Caron DD 970 in 1991 when he veteran. 10 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com eMusic Lab Ribbon-Cutting at Hommocks Middle School On November 15, the eMusic Lab Schools Foundation and a donation that forces student to use prior officially opened with a ribbon-cut- from Abelton. As part of the Abelton knowledge to generate and concep- ting at Hommocks Middle School. donation, a year-long study in which tualize their own artistic ideas. The lab will allow students to use the effectiveness of music technol- Through the use of the eMusic science, technology, engineering ogy in engaging students will be ex- lab, students will develop robust and mathematics as a driver of in- amined. Abelton is one of the lead- musical skills by focusing on mu- novation. ers in music technology hardware sical concepts such as harmony, The lab was made possible and software. This is partnered with melody, rhythm, and the creative by a grant from the Mamaroneck Shift Learning – a UK based Educa- process. More importantly, stu- tional Research firm. dents will synthesize and apply The eMusic lab al- these musical skills and concepts lows the Hommocks Mu- to generate their own artistic ideas sic Department to be an and work. extension of other MSF The eMusic Lab {Electron- grants received (Ukulele ic Music} was made possible by and Recording Studio). a grant from the Mamaroneck Music technology allows Schools Foundation to replace the students to synthesize existing keyboard lab at the Hom- musical information mocks Middle School. This grant learned from their expe- will expand the current 6th and riences in other classes 7th grade Exploring Music curricu- to create, perform and ar- lum, as well as serve as a lab for the automatically entered into the com- for the purchase of Makey Makey range music. choir, band and orchestra. In addi- puter where students can manipu- devices, which allows students to Students now have tion, the lab will be the home of a late it and create their own pieces. design, code, create and perform access to an eMusic Lab new 8th grade course called eMu- Projects will include individual and on their own instruments through that allows them to ob- sic. The eMusic Lab will consists of group compositions, musical ar- electronic coding and composition. tain compositional and one iMac and one MIDI keyboard ranging, film scoring, commercial/ Ultimately, the eMusic Lab allows arrangement skills. This per student, fostering creativity jingle writing, and recording of mu- teachers to tap into what students is a skill grounded in stu- and group learning. Music is played sic, music performance and many are doing outside of music class and dent-centered pedagogy on a synthesizer keyboard and is others. The grant also provides to increase student engagement. Valerie O'Keeffe to Lead 2017 Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Sound Shore St. career in local government, Patrick's Day Parade Com- and commitment to vol- mittee has announced that unteerism and education, life-long Sound Shore resi- makes her the ideal repre- dent Valerie Moore O'Keef- sentative of accomplished fe will be the Grand Mar- Irish Americans in West- shal for its 2017 parade. chester County." "I am very honored to be The Sound Shore St. named Grand Marshal of Patrick's Day Parade began the Sound Shore St Pat- as a community event in rick's Day Parade," noted 2012, to promote and cele- O'Keeffe. "The history of brate Irish heritage in the our area has been marked Sound Shore community, for centuries by the contri- and to provide a meaning- butions of Irish immigrants ful, honorable, and festive and their descendants, to occasion for families and the benefit of the whole of Valerie Moore O’Keeffe friends. Even more import- Westchester County." ant is the parade organiza- O'Keeffe is well- sons of the Holocaust, and tion's commitment to edu- known in the community the right of all people to be cation by raising money for for her decade-long posi- treated with dignity and college scholarships. Appli- The Sound Shore St. Patrick's Day Parade Scholarship Committee honors 2016 scholarship winners, New Rochelle HS tion as Town Supervisor for respect." According to the cation letters are sent to lo- graduates Anya DiSalvo and Haley Fullertono. Dignitaries in attendance included Senator George Latimer and VOM the Town of Mamaroneck, organization's website, the cal high schools every year, Mayor Norm Rosenblum. Photography: Peter Krupenye from 2000 to 2011. She also Center helps schools fulfill and the Parade Committee held a number of local and the New York State mandate is excited to have the oppor- Grand Marshal also par- VP at NASDAQ; and James siasts, and a variety of other countywide offices, includ- to include the Holocaust tunity to continue this im- ticipates in fundraisers so Sullivan, President, Pearl groups - from Port Chester ing President of the West- and other human rights portant tradition. To date, that the group can continue Restaurant Group. to Pelham - are welcome to chester-Putnam Associa- abuses in its curriculum. the organizers of Sound to give back to the Sound The parade is tradi- participate. As the saying tion of Town Supervisors, "We are thrilled to Shore St. Patrick's Day Pa- Shore community. The im- tionally held the first Sun- goes, "Everyone is Irish on and President of the West- have Valerie Moore O'Keef- rade have bestowed $17,500 pressive list of previous day after St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick's Day." For more chester Municipal Officials fe leading the Sound Shore in college scholarships. Grand Marshals includes: The 2017 parade route will information on how you can Association. Most recently, St. Patrick's Day Parade as The primary duty of Jim Killoran, Execu- step off in front of Mama- participate as a volunteer O'Keeffe was named Chair- our 2017 Grand Marshal, the Grand Marshal is to rep- tive Director of Habitat for roneck Avenue School and or marcher, contact Tania person of the Board of Di- and delighted to celebrate resent the Sound Shore St. Humanity of Westchester; travel down Mamaroneck McMenamin attmcmen@ rectors of the nonprofit Ho- someone like her who has Patrick's Day Parade Com- Jim Hynes, Principal, Hynes Avenue through the vil- verizon.net, or call 914- locaust and Human Rights given so much of herself mittee and Irish Americans Capital Resources; Kevin lage, ending in Harbor Is- 715-7468. For sponsorship Education Center, "which to our community," stated in the area, and lead all the Plunkett, Deputy West- land Park. Marching bands, information, contact spon- is dedicated to the teach- committee president Laura parade participants down chester County Executive; schools, scout troops, Irish sors@soundshoreparade. ing and learning of the les- Murphy. "Her distinguished Mamaroneck Avenue. The Robert McCooey, Senior dancers, classic car enthu- com. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 11
Charles Dickens Returns to Larchmont As a Holiday Tradition Continues On Monday evening, after performing numerous While the characters was born in Portsmouth, Bleak House, Oliver Twist, A mas Past, Present and Future, December 12, at 7:00pm, unknown minor authors with and the story are indeed fa- England, and was catapulted Tale of Two Cities and Great became household names a Westchester holiday tra- questionable success, chose miliar to all of us, it is Connel- to fame with the publication Expectations. His novella, A instantly recognizable even dition will again take place the piece for his first public ly’s reading that keeps it fresh of The Pickwick Papers in Christmas Carol, was written today. at the Larchmont Public reading of a Dickens work and that brings out the story’s 1836. By the end of his life, in 1843 and became an instant For more information Library as librarian Frank in 2005, precisely 135 years true meaning and character. he had penned some of the best seller and its charac- about this or any of the other Connelly performs Charles after Dickens’ final perfor- Connelly has made it his mis- most beloved novels the ters, Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob programs offered at the Larch- Dickens’ timeless classic A mance. Connelly’s reading sion to perform the reading world has ever known in- Cratchit, Jacob Marley, Tiny mont Public Library, visit: Christmas Carol. This will be quickly became his biggest in a fashion that is as true to cluding David Copperfield, Tim, and the Ghosts of Christ- www.larchmontlibrary.org. the tenth consecutive year success. Dickens read the tale its writer and as historically that Connelly has performed in an abbreviated version 127 accurate to the original 127 the piece, fully decked out in times, usually decked out in readings as possible. Connel- Historic Preservation, Tree Conservation frock coat and stovepipe hat. a frock coat and stovepipe ly’s reading of A Christmas Connelly’s reading of hat. Connelly, reading the Carol has become one of the Key Residents’ Concerns at meeting Dickens’ most famous work same abridged version as premier holiday traditions in BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN munity, it seems takes the audience back to Dickens, has quite a distance Westchester. most unusual Victorian Era Britain; a time to go before he reaches 127 Charles Dickens (Feb- Larchmont Mayor Lor- for the BOT to when there was both strong readings and while he claims ruary 7, 1812 – June 9, 1870) raine Walsh re-opened the be readily ac- nostalgia for old Christmas to be working on it he does Public Hearing regarding cepting request- traditions as well as an initi- perform the work decked out Land Use Laws at the Mon- ed changes from ation of new Christmas prac- in a frock coat and stovepipe day, November 21 Board of developers who tices that are with us today, hat. Dickens read the text of Trustees meeting. simply want to such as Christmas trees. The A Christmas Carol as his “fare- Opening the meeting, build and move story is credited with being well reading” shortly before Walsh thanked the emer- on….,” Puglisi one of the greatest influences his death in 1870 and with his gency responders from noted. on Christmas traditions now readings of A Christmas Carol, several municipalities to Walsh re- practiced the world over. Connelly makes it clear that the fire at 1912 Palmer Av- plied that the There are perceived he is bidding farewell to no enue on Sunday, November only change coincidences regarding the one. However, Connelly does 6 as well as citizens who made was in Lo- readings of A Christmas Carol concede that he has no con- answered her call on “Love cal Law D/C2 re- by Dickens and later by Con- trol over anyone wishing to Larchmont” Facebook for garding remov- nelly. In 1853, A Christmas bid farewell to him. Dickens donations to the displaced al/relocation of Carol was chosen by Dickens was able to generate a tidy in- residents of clothing, places Mature Trees, for his first public reading come from A Christmas Carol to stay, food and gift cards, “It will not be Treasurer Denis Brucciani. and his performance was an while Connelly has yet to earn Credit Geoff Colquitt especially from Tiffany deemed feasible immense success. Connelly, anything for his annual effort. Connelly Dickens Smith of Love Larchmont to require such down historic homes will and “Golden Shoestring,” relocation or removal where change the face of Larch- run by the Junior League. doing so would substantially mont as we know it…” Meet Jennifer Armstrong, Bestselling Author Mayor Walsh then is- interfere with a permitted Regulations passed On Sunday, December 11, In her latest bestseller, in history. NBC executives sued a Special Commen- use.” include increased setback at 4:00pm, join bestselling au- Seinfeldia: How a Show About didn’t think anyone would dation to Barbara Thomas, Carla Porter opined requirements, lot size lim- thor Jennifer Armstrong, for Nothing Changed Everything, watch either, but they bought retiring after 15 years of be- their tree protection legisla- itations and standards for the entertaining and hilari- Jennifer Armstrong tells the it anyway, hiding it away in ing a Village crossing guard tion does not go far enough. shared driveways. Com- ous behind-the-scenes story story of how comedians Larry the TV dead zone of summer. for Chatsworth School at Other residents stressed ments on proposed Local of two guys who went out for David and Jerry Seinfeld, who But against all odds, viewers Chatsworth and Forest Park Historic Preservation. Carol Laws G, J, K, M, O and R will coffee and dreamed up Sein- never thought anyone would began to watch, first a few Avenues. Akin noted that “40 Ocean be heard at the Monday, De- feld—the cultural sensation watch their silly little sitcom and then many, until nine Preserve Larchmont Avenue started it...Taking cember 19 meeting. that changed television and about a New York comedian years later nearly 40 million member Sarah Bauer ex- bled into the real world, al- sitting around talking to his Americans were tuning in pressed concern that a Plan- tering the lives of everyone it friends, created one of the weekly. ning Board request to the touched. most iconic television shows Seinfeldia celebrates builder of a 2,200 square- the creators and fans of this foot home to remove 100 American television phenom- square feet would cause LARCHMONT: THE MOVIE enon, bringing readers be- financial hardship; a 7,000 Fresh off the festival cir- self-funded, features many hind the scenes of the show square-foot home would cuit, LARCHMONT is a come- well recognizable locations in- while it was on the air and not have the same impact. dy/drama about a recent col- cluding The Larchmont Public into the world of devotees for Many of the speakers lege graduate who questions Library, Sherwood’s, Le Serine whom it never stopped being met with enthusiastic ap- his medical school plans while Ristorante, Foley’s Hardware, relevant, a world where where plause when they finished. his dad tries to hide his new and Half Time Beverage in Ma- the Soup Nazi still spends Michael Puglisi scored that unemployment. The Friends maroneck, as well as other lo- his days saying “No soup for fact the proposed amend- of the Larchmont Public Li- cations. Additionally, many of you!”, Joe Davola gets ques- ments would make devel- brary are pleased to invite you the actors in the film are local tioned every day about his opment more time con- to this free screening of the personalities that viewers will sanity, Kenny Kramer makes suming and potentially film on Sunday, December 18, also recognize. his living giving tours of New costly. at 4:00pm. Refreshments will Ben Zuckert, a graduate York sites from the show, and “Based on the public be available at 3:30pm. of Mamaroneck High School, fans dress up in Jerry’s fa- commentary, the BOT is The movie was written, studied political science at mous puffy shirt, dance like moving to adopt regula- directed, and scored by Ben Tufts and while in college began Elaine, and imagine plotlines tions that will now provide Zuckert and shot and edit- to think about film and writing for Seinfeld if it were still on significant concessions/ ed by William Seife. The two scripts. Aside from a short film TV. flexibility to developers as co-produced the film and that he made in college with For information about compared to what the BOT they both grew up in Larch- no budget, LARCHMONT rep- the Larchmont Public Library, originally proposed… Mayor Lorraine Walsh, left, presents a Special Commendation to School mont. The film, which was resents his film debut. visit: LarchmontLibrary.org “To many in the com- Crossing Guard Barbara Thomas, retiring after 15 years of service. 12 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Larchmont Rotary Members Learn about The Girl Scouts and Visions Ten Million girls in There are 800,000 adults world. In the local 7 county skills and community ac- demanding outdoor skills. for their caregivers. Coun- 146 countries in the world involved with 60 million region which is governed by tivity. You will see the Girl Scouts seling services and support are members of the Girl Girl Scout alumni. Further council, there are 6 camps, Today’s Girl Scouts and their mentors working for those with caregiving Scouts with over 1,9 mil- impressive numbers - that 60 troops with over 639 girls have more levels (Daisy, in the Food Pantry, organiz- responsibilities, as well as lion in the United States there are 800,000 adults as and 150 adults dedicated to Brownie, Junior, Cadette, ing Operation Cookie Drop teaching coping skills for declared Pat Allen, a well well as 60 million Girl Scout the motto of building hon- Senior and Ambassador) for the military, setting up both caregivers and the vi- -respected local leader at alumni,-confirmed the im- esty, fairness, courage and but they still earn badg- their own on-line stores sually impaired are provid- the October 21st meeting portance of scouting to com- strong scholarship through es and one can still aim and having fun at the annu- ed by Vision. They educate of the Larchmont Rotary. munities throughout the development of personal for the highest level of al Father-Daughter dance. on such topics as how to achievement: the Curved Leadership develop- talk to your eye doctor and Bar Scout and Gold Award. ment, not just camping and the common eye diseas- Patrons of Art and Education Honored with (Larchmont –Mamaroneck crafts, mentioned Allen, es (macular degeneration, has had 15 Gold Award is the focus of the modern glaucoma, cataracts and di- Inaugural Leaders in Philanthropy Awards scouts since 2010! Quite Girl Scout whose guide is abetic retinopathy). an achievement for these Discover, Connect and Take This important or- Thomas J. Schwarz, Presi- girls who meet on Harmon Action. There is a waiting ganization also provides dent of Purchase College, SUNY, Drive in what was the old list for this dynamic organi- tips on how to keep eyes hosted the 2016 President’s Do- Larchmont Gardens train zation where membership healthy (wear sunglasses or nor Appreciation Event on No- station). is much more flexible (i.e. brimmed hat, avoid alcohol, vember 15th at The Neuberger What has changed in you can join just to go to stop smoking, get yearly di- Museum of Art on the Purchase Girl Scouting according to camp.) If someone is inter- lated eye exam, for exam- College campus. The annual Allen, is that in addition to ested in becoming a leader, ple). Rotary members were event welcomed more than 100 time honored activities, girl contact Pat Allen. grateful to learn about Vi- benefactors who support the scouts now have robotics Larchmont Rotary sions, located at 500 Green- College, The Neuberger Muse- teams, competitive singing was also privileged to learn wich St, 3rd floor, NY 10013, um of Art, and The Performing groups and their badges about Visions from Amy (212-625-1616), knowing it Arts Center. include topics needed in Gordon, Director of Fund- would help them in their Five recipients were today’s world such as finan- raising for this crucial non- own community work. Vi- honored with a Purchase Col- cial literacy, computer, cre- profit group that provides sions also can be accessed lege “Leaders in Philanthropy ativity fostered in Broadway services for the blind and through their web site at Award.” The new award recog- workshops as well as more visually impaired as well as www.visionsvch.org nizes the contributions of bene- Purchase College President Thomas J Schwarz with Mrs Emily Grant factors who have demonstrated management firm Cumberland tention of distinguished faculty. a longstanding and unbridled Associates, formed the Jandon Marcella Kahn is a com- Local Lion Clubs Announce Winners enthusiasm for the arts, educa- Foundation with his late wife, munity activist and passionate tion, and the Purchase College Jane. The Foundation provides patron of the arts. A former ex- mission. scholarships and helps to in- ecutive of Alkahn Labels, Inc., of Peace Poster Contest “’Thank you’ hardly con- tegrate the arts and business she served for more than 20 Emilie Pellaud, a stu- veys our deep respect and through programs such as the years on the Friends of the Neu- dent at The French-Ameri- heartfelt appreciation for the Jandon Business of the Arts Dis- berger Museum Board and as a can School, sponsored by the collective leadership, guidance tinguished Lecture series. benefactor for ballet students in Larchmont Lions Club and and financial support provided Emily Grant of Mama- the Conservatory of Dance. Marc Seemer, a student at Rye by these generous donors,” said roneck has been a driving force Lucille Werlinich is the Neck School, sponsored by President Schwarz. for the institution, serving as a current chair of the Purchase the Mamaroneck Lions Club, The honorees were: . Dr. member of the Purchase Col- College Foundation Board and an have taken the first step to John R. Ambroseo ‘83,CEO lege Foundation Board of Trust- ardent supporter of all aspects of becoming an internationally of Coherent Inc., recently en- ees since 1969 and spending 18 the College. Through her family recognized artist by winning dowed a new faculty fellowship years as its chair. Support from foundation, she sponsors multi- their local competitions. in honor of Associate Professor Mrs. Grant and her husband, Eu- ple undergraduate scholarships The Lions International Emerita of Chemistry Taina H. gene, funds productions in the each year while providing sup- Peace Poster Contest is an an- Chao. Conservatory of Music, provides port for faculty and production nual worldwide competition Donald Cecil, a founding student scholarships, and under- projects across the College and for children 11-13, encourag- partner of private investment writes the recruitment and re- Performing Arts Center. ing them to express their vi- sions of world peace through Bayside Travel’s Annual Travel Showcase art. For more than 25 years, millions of children from nearly 100 countries have Larchmont/Mamaroneck Lions Clubs Peace Poster Contest Winners Emilie participated in the contest. Pellaud from The French-American School and Marc Seemer from Rye Neck A winning poster from School. each club was selected by a honored for their participa- gia Meyer and Moises Tejeida panel of judges, including tion by both the Larchmont from Rye Neck School. artists Carey Federspiel and and Mamaroneck Lions Diane Oldham of the Amanda Schlumberger and Clubs on Friday November Larchmont Lions and Rose Sil- Historical Society President 18, 2016 at the Larchmont vestro of the Mamaroneck Li- Dee van Eyck, based on origi- Library. ons are proud to have worked nality, artistic merit and por- In addition to the win- with Angela Howard from trayal of the contest theme, ners the following students Saints John & Paul, Rachel “"A Celebration of Peace.” received honorable men- Levine from the French-Amer- The winning posters tions: Mikael Wind-Benitez ican School and Trisha Appel will advance through the dis- and Brandon Molina from from Rye Neck School to bring trict, multiple district and Saints John & Paul School; this contest to the communi- international levels of com- Victor Fontaine and Victo- ty and provide these students On November 17, Barbara Nichvals, third from right and some of the staff of Bayside Travel held a well attended petition. ria Remotti from The French with the opportunity to share Travel Showcase at the Pelham Country Club. The local winners were American School and Geor- their visions. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 13 Kitchen and Bath Insider© #193 : The Holiday Kitchen BY PAUL BOOKBINDER, M.I.D., C.R. it behooves us to take the time mond bracelet. A home the- when the kitchen becomes the verware after the shiny, new self, you’re now ready to be- out of our busy schedules to ater. Maybe a trip to Maui. Or focal point of your home. dishwasher has made them gin the actual project. Gather Whatever your age, I enjoy this time of year. And, perhaps, something you could During the holiday sea- spotless. up your lists, your pictures, hope that you still feel the spe- one part of the magic of the really use . . . like a new kitch- son kitchens are not only If a new kitchen your iPad, and find a cre- cial magic of the holiday sea- holidays is making up your en! After all, most of us spend filled with the immediate is on your holiday wish list, ative designer who under- son. Whether it’s Christmas, holiday “wish list”, even if it’s more time in the kitchen than family, they’re also cluttered (or you wish it was), you can stands you and will be able to Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Festivus only in your imagination. any other room in our house, with welcome (and unwel- get the process started by combine all your ideas into or just celebrating the winter Let yourself go. What and this is especially true come) guests as well; helping, making a “wish list for the a stunning, functional and solstice, now more than ever would you really like? A dia- throughout the holiday season, visiting, kibitzing, snooping, kitchen that’s on your wish affordable new kitchen just etc. With all the time spent list”. It should include ev- for you. But, whether or not in this oasis in the middle of erything that you would like you get a new kitchen this What Happened to My Bright Red Ferrari? your home, and all the people in your new dream kitchen. season, I’d like to take this Then make another list of opportunity to wish all of you BY: BERNARD A. KROOKS, CERTIFIED ceased the first spouse. This Why would that make a milling around, folks have ELDER LAW ATTORNEY type of provision is sometimes difference? Because if she had a tendency to notice what what you really must have in a very joyous holiday season included in a will to avoid hav- no will prior to signing the new doesn’t work well, in terms case you need to trim things, and a happy and healthy new Your uncle recently ing to do two probate proceed- will, Jason had no standing to of design and function, so it’s if budget or space don’t allow year. passed away and you were ex- ings (or, for that matter, fig- even challenge that will. Ac- no wonder that more people everything from the first list. pecting to inherit his brand ure out who died first) if both cording to the appellate court, start to think about remodel- Next step: pick up some new, bright red Ferrari. After spouses die together in an acci- there was no question that Eri- ing during the holidays than kitchen magazines in town all, you were very close with dent or within a relatively short ca had revoked her earlier will a any other time of the year. or go to www.Houzz.com or him and often went for drives period of time. few months prior to her execut- Unless you’re very for- www.pinterest.com and look in the countryside in his Ferra- In March of 2015, Sam ing a new will and thus Jason’s tunate, no one is going to buy at what other people are do- ri. In fact, on several occasions died. Erica filed a probate pro- objections were dismissed. you a new kitchen for Christ- ing. When you see something he mentioned to you that he ceeding in May and submitted Moral of the story: care- mas, Chanukah or even Fes- that interests you, tear it out wanted you to have his car if Sam’s will to the court. Because fully think through all potential tivus. It’s just not considered or print it out or save it on something happened to him. she filed just two months after consequences of objecting to a romantic, holiday type gift, your computer so that you However, when he died he left Sam’s death, Jason objected. He someone’s will; not only finan- but it should be. What could can show it to your kitchen Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., you a $50,000 bequest. Not argued that she had no author- cial costs, but also emotional say “I love you” more than a designer. It’s easier and safer C.R., is president of Dream- bad, but you certainly can’t buy ity to take over Sam’s estate be- impact. So, while it would have gorgeous new room to pre- to show someone a specific Work Kitchens, Inc. located a Ferrari for $50,000. So, what cause she had failed to survive been nice to drive around in pare meals for the family? concept rather than trying in Mamaroneck, New York. should you do? him by six months. that gorgeous Ferrari, some- Okay, maybe the “preparing to explain it, leaving less A Master of Design (Pratt In- When clients feel like Erica apparently became times it makes sense to be hap- meals” takes some of the ro- chance for misinterpretation stitute), and E.P.A. Certified they have not been treated angry, and revoked her own will py for what you have been left mance out of it, but work with of what you had in mind. This Remodeler, he serves on the fairly by a relative (or anyone to make sure that Jason did not and not to look a gift horse in me on this. will ensure that your dream Advisory Panel of Remod- else) who has passed away, receive any share of her estate. the mouth! Wouldn’t it be great to kitchen ends up looking like eling Magazine. A member their first inclination often is Erica signed a new will a few have enough room to prepare your dream kitchen and not of the National Kitchen & to think about challenging the months later (well after she had next year’s holiday delicacies a lump of coal. Bath Assoc., he is also a con- will. However, in many cases reached the six-month survi- without bumping into every- When the magical, hol- tributor to eZine and Do It the client should hit the pause vorship requirement). She left one else? And enough stor- iday season is over, if some- Yourself magazine. He can button and think twice before her entire estate to her sister age space for all your spices, one loved you enough to give be reached for questions at doing this. Will contests are and nothing to Jason. She died as well as places to put away you a new kitchen, or you 914-777-0437 or www.dream- not easy to win. five months later. all the dishes, glasses and sil- decided to give one to your- workkitchens.com. Here’s a recent case which Jason contested her new shows what can happen if you will, arguing that she had been challenge someone else’s will. subjected to undue influence “Enjoy the regional cuisine of Italy Sam and Erica were married. by her sister in preparing her Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., is in a vintage diner atmosphere!” It was Erica’s first marriage new will. The probate court dis- a founding partner of Littman Morris Gut, Shoreline Newspapers missed his complaint and up- Krooks LLP and has been hon- and Sam’s second, his first “One of the highest rated marriage ending in divorce. held Erica’s will. Not satisfied, ored as one of the “Best Law- restaurants in Westchester!” Sam had one child, Jason, from Jason appealed. yers” in America for each of Zagat Restaurant Survey his first marriage. Erica did The higher court affirmed the last seven years. He is past not have any children. They the probate court finding and President of the National Acad- “Robust Italian cuisine served out emy of Elder Law Attorneys each had identical wills, leav- stated that it was clear that Er- of a charming diner!” (NAELA) and past President of ing their entire estate to the ica was angry with Sam, and White Plains Examiner other, and on the death of the that no one influenced her in the New York Chapter of NAE- survivor everything goes to Ja- her decision to revoke the ear- LA. Mr. Krooks has also served son. lier will or to do her new will. as chair of the Elder Law Sec- Reservations: 914-835-6199 Once she revoked the earlier tion of the New York State Bar Regional Italian Cuisine Their wills also contained www.trattoriavivolo.com a provision, requiring the sur- will, she was intestate — that Association. He has been select- Now Open 7 Days for Lunch & Dinner ed as a “New York Super Law- viving spouse to live at least six is, she had no will at all — and Saturday & Sunday from Noon to 10 pm. 301 HALSTEAD AVENUE yer” since 2006. Mr. Krooks may months after the first spouse’s since Jason was not her child, HARRISON death. If the survivor did not he would have no right to any be reached at (914-684-2100) or Chef/Proprietor Dean Vivolo (across from Metro-North) live that long, he or she would share of her estate if she had by visiting the firm’s website at JOIN US FOR THE HOLIDAYS! be treated as having prede- died without a will. www.elderlawnewyork.com. shorelinepub.com harrisonherald.com | larchmontledger.com | newrochellereview.com thepelhampost.com | thebronxvillebulletin.com | westchesterjewishlife.com 14 • December 2016 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com LMCTV: So Much More Than Just a Public Where To Celebrate The Holidays! Access Television Station The Holiday Season is light cream sauce with shrimp wild mushrooms, gorgonzola tour through the menu. An continued from page 3 upon us, so whether you’ve been and mushrooms; Veal Chop alla and tomato sauce; Grilled Rack adorable guacamole cart will ments to air on LMCTV. holding a popular summer teen naughty or nice, time to make Griglia, with mushrooms and of Lamb; Braised Lamb Shanks; come whizzing by to test your One exciting development filmmaking workshop since plans with friends and family. If roasted potatoes; or Branzino Boneless Rabbit; Lasagna Bolog- palate. And the menu: we have for LMCTV is its popular new 2001 that works with students you are going out, here are some Mediterraneo. There is a daily nese al Forno; and wonderful come to describe it as Mexi- shows, “The Local Live,” a hy- to write, produce, act and edit festive suggestions for every pal- luncheon for $15.95. Michael’s Spaghetti a la Vongole. Crusty can/Tex-Mex, and it will sur- per-local weekly news program short films. At the high school ate, each offering a good dose of son Dean operates Trattoria Vi- pizzas too. Good wine list. Spar- prise you. The signature tacos geared for residents of the tri-mu- level, there are several more Holiday Cheer! volo in Harrison. Private party kling lights evenings. Open 7 are overloaded and delicious! nicipal area. Now in its third year, opportunities, including the Italian Holiday Classics! facilities. Open 7 days for lunch days for lunch and dinner. Free Rio offers Happy Hours Mon- the program features municipal Varsity Sports program, one A major renovation is now and dinner. Free parking. www. parking. trattoriavivolo.com day thru Friday from 3 pm to 6 and school news, community of LMCTV’s “crown jewels,” ac- complete and it is stunning! Pro- lariservarestaurant.com Feliz Navidad! pm featuring half price house events, and local issues. cording to Sullivan. The Varsity prietor Michael Vivolo and his Holiday Cheer at The Diner! The artsy red statue guard- drinks and appetizers. You can As Sullivan shared, be- Sports program hires dozens wife Margaret of La Riserva, 2382 Chef-owner and person- ing the Palmer Ave. entrance also create your own Margarita. yond its programming, LMCTV of high school students to cov- Boston Post Road, Larchmont able host Dean Vivolo of Trat- to the new Rio Bravo Tacos & Rio Bravo Tacos & Tequila, 1879 prides itself in serving as a er Mamaroneck and Rye Neck (914-834-5584), have been serv- toria Vivolo, 301 Halstead Ave., Tequila in Larchmont is just a Palmer Ave., Larchmont. Open training ground for communi- sports events. LMCTV also airs ing ‘the Italian classics’ here for Harrison (914-835-6199), serves hint of the south-of-the-border for lunch and dinner 7 days a ty members of all ages who are the Mamaroneck High School over 38 years and the refreshing his robust regional Italian cui- pleasures waiting inside. It is a week. Private party facilities for interested in learning about student-produced daily morn- atmosphere and friendly am- sine out of a vintage diner just sprawling 200-seat restaurant up to 60 guests. 914-341-1546. rio- video production. Beginning ing news brief, “MHS Info.” For biance keep it a treat. Be seated across from Harrison's Met- strewn with colorful Mexican bravotacosandtequila.com with our youngest residents, college students, there are also in the lovely refurbished dining ro-North station. Sit at the art and artifacts, multiple seat- (Morris Gut is a restaurant LMCTV offers an after-school opportunities for internships room, now part vintage photo counter, tuck into a booth, or ing areas in the front, side and marketing consultant and former club – “Lights, Camera, Action!” working with “The Local Live.” gallery, and let the friendly staff take a table in the rear green- rear, along with a big galloping restaurant trade magazine edi- in all six elementary schools And for anyone who is suggest such specialties as: fla- house and enjoy the surprising bar for socializing. Personable tor. He has been tracking the food in Mamaroneck and Rye Neck; interested, studio production vorful Polenta al Gorgonzola contemporary and tradition- hosts and owners Edgar and and dining scene in greater West- the club often serves as stu- manager Dena Schumacher, is with shrimp; fresh Spiedini ooz- al flavors emanating from his Hector Brambila, along with chester for 30 years. He may be dents’ first foray into the world available to help people use the ing its cheese; Angel Hair Abissi kitchen: tasty thin-crusted pizza; General manager Omar Topete reached at: 914-235-6591. E-mail: of video storytelling. For old- LMCTV studios to create their Marini, thin egg noodles in a Crostino di Polenta topped with and his staff will give you a tasty [email protected]) er students, LMCTV has been own video productions. Video equipment can be rented (free BUSINESS CARDS to those producing segments $75. per issue. Prepaid only. Just mail us your Business Card and Full Payment and we’ll take care of the rest. Mail to: Classifieds that will air on LMCTV, and Shoreline Publishing, 629 Fifth Ave., Suite 213, Pelham, N.Y. 10803 ANTIQUES • ART • COLLECTIBLES BUYING ORIGINAL ART available to others for a fee), and Most cash paid for paintings, Buying original illustration art done studio time booked. antiques, furniture, silver, sculpture, for magazines, books and paper- Whether it’s a public ser- Let us handle the jewelry, books, cameras, records, back covers, ads, pinups, comics. vice emergency announcement instruments, coins, watches, gold, Also antique posters, maps, all or publicity for a local not-for- creative side comics, sports cards, etc. Please interesting paper. 914-588-9359. profit organization’s event, call Aaron at 914-654-1683. [email protected] LMCTV’s digital Community of your business. Bulletin Board can help, accord- CLEANING SERVICES Website design, logos, brochures, mailers, annual reports, FAMILY CONSULTANT/COACH ing to Sharon Latimer-Mosley. Bronxville -- Counseling for those Many years of experience. I clean flyers, business cards, signage, event materials and more... houses, apartments, offices, & con- Last year, LMCTV featured over in transition and/or confronting on- 700 not-for-profit and munic- going issues; cozy and confidential. dos. I have my own transportation, shorelinecreative For more information or to sched- dependable, honest, hard working. ipal events and alerts. Latim- ule an appt., call (914) 787-9612. Speak English & Spanish. Call Ana er-Mosley provided tips on at 914-246-9944. how to publicize not-for-profit Call 914-738-7869 or email [email protected] Masters Degree in Family Therapy. for complete details. events, noting that fees and SPANISH TUTOR PERSONAL ASSISTANT ticket prices cannot be includ- High school students and adults. Mature female, dependable, meal ed. A listing may be requested Classes in your home by experi- preparation. Transportation to: online at: http://lmctv.org/bul- enced native Spanish teacher. Call shopping, appointments. Referenc- letin-board-request-form/ or Leonor @ 914 631 0003 or email es upon request. Email: hpaugi@ may be called in. larchmont [email protected]. hotmail.com LEDGER Larchmont Ledger Classified Ad Form www.larchmontledger.com PUBLISHING, INC. 7 newspapers over 100,000 readers -- 1 price, prepaid $122.00 for 4 lines. www.shorelinepub.com Harrison Herald Ad runs in 7 papers for 1 month. Make check payable to: www.harrisonherald.com Shoreline Publishing, Inc., 629 Fifth Avenue, Suite 213, Pelham, NY 10803 Edward Shapiro, President and Publisher New Rochelle Review 1) [email protected] www.newrochellereview.com Helene Pollack, Editor The Pelham Post 2) [email protected] www.thepelhampost.com 3) ______The Bronxville Bulletin Cynthia Pena, Art Director www.thebronxvillebulletin.com [email protected] 4) ______Westchester Jewish Life Mary DeYoung, Account Executive www.westchesterjewishlife.com 5) [email protected] wsn2day.com Name: ______The Larchmont Ledger is published monthly by Shoreline Publishing, Inc., Formerly Westchester Senior News 629 Fifth Avenue, Suite 213, Pelham, NY 10803. 914-738-7869. The entire Address: ______Shoreline Publishing accepts the submission of articles, events and items of inter- contents of this newspaper are completely copyrighted. No portion may be est no more than 500 words with .jpg photos for inclusion in Shoreline newspapers reproduced without written permission of the publisher. The views, opinions and websites. Email to: [email protected] or Shoreline Publishing, City/State/Zip: ______and content of this publication does not necessarily reflect that of the staff 629 Fifth Avenue, Suite 213, Pelham, NY 10803. Shoreline Publishing reserves the of Shoreline Publishing. right to edit or omit any submissions. Phone: ______www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • December 2016 • 15
Happy Holidays From all of us at Shoreline Publishing. Home of the: Harrison Herald Larchmont Ledger New Rochelle Review harrisonherald.com larchmontledger.com newrochellereview.com The Bronxville Bulletin The Pelham Post Westchester Jewish Life thebronxvillebulletin.com thepelhampost.com westchesterjewishlife.com Let us help your business stand out from the rest in 2017. Call 914-738-7869 for more information. Larchmont 6 Bedrooms | 5.1 Baths | 5,055 Square Feet | 0.3220 Acres $2,350,000 | MLS 4646013 | Jane Murray
Larchmont Mamaroneck - Orienta New Construction Larchmont 7 Bedrooms | 4.1 Baths | 6,038 Square Feet 5 Bedrooms | 5.2 Baths | 4,490 Square Feet 5 Bedrooms | 3.1 Baths | 4,371 Square Feet 0.3103 Acres | $2,995,000 0.3525 Acres | $2,495,000 0.7700 Acres | $2,295,000 MLS 4643567 | Michele Fox MLS 4613259 | Mimi Magarelli MLS 4649210 |Janet Demasi
Mamaroneck Larchmont Larchmont 5 Bedrooms | 3.2 Baths | 4,098 Square Feet 3 Bedrooms | 3.1 Baths | 2,483 Square Feet 4 Bedrooms | 2.1 Baths | 1,910 Square Feet 0.4900 Acres | $1,750,000 0.2300 Acres | $1,295,000 0.2020 Acres | $1,095,000 MLS 4642118 | The Rosenblum Team MLS 4646862 | Willoughby Dobson & Ali Greene MLS 4640643 | Phyllis Jacobs juliabfee.com Paris London LARCHMONT BROKERAGE • 1946 PALMER AVENUE • 914.834.0270 Larchmont Beijing
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Moscow