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Vol 33 Number 7 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, February 14, 2014 ‘Art of Video Games’ Comes Kaplowitz & Klein Targeted By To Hudson River Museum West. Coalition for Legal Abortion American Art Museum, opens Feb. 17 at the Hudson River Museum and runs through May 18. The museum will be only the fourth museum in the country – and the only one in the New York Metro area – to host this exhibit since it left the Smithsonian in 2012, and has programmed a full sched- ule of workshops, talks and musical performances around the exhibit and will add Friday evening hours during its stay. “The Art of Video Games” will occupy the entire State Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein County BOL Chairman Michael Kaplowitz lower gallery of the museum, with more than 20 kiosks and By Dan Murphy with Skelos than with the women of New York other displays positioned ac- Two Westchester Democratic elected of- – and Klein doesn’t care that by doing so, he, cording to the five major eras ficials have found themselves the target of the Klein, is empowering and advancing an anti- in the 40-year history of home Westchester Coalition for Legal Abortion. I choice agenda. video games. Guest Curator received the following fundraising email from “Let’s remember that Jeff Klein, when he Chris Melissinos labels the the WCLA dated Feb. 5, titled “The Demise of served as a NYS assemblyman, used WCLA- eras as Start!, 8-Bit, Bit Wars, Abortion Rights in New York State.” Choice Matters and the issue of choice to win Transition, and Next Genera- “The end of abortion rights in New York his primary for New York State Senate. Klein The Art of Video Games Family Day will take place Sunday, Feb. tion. Within each era there are State is coming, and not with a bang but with swore then, as he has every election since, that 23 at the Hudson River Museum. Come dressed as your favorite four genres of game, includ- a whimper,” reads the email. “Its demise is al- nothing would stand between him and fighting video game character and play games in the video arcade. ing target, adventure, action ready in full swing. The cause is the election of for a woman’s right to comprehensive reproduc- By Steve Force and tactics. A total of 80 video politicians like Jeff Klein and Michael Kaplow- tive rights – which include the right to have an “The Art of Video Games,” an interac- games have been selected to illustrate the evo- itz, who claimed to be pro-choice advocates to abortion. Clearly, he lied. tive, visually stunning and thoroughly engag- lution of this medium, and games are shown get our votes but then aligned themselves with “And then we have Michael Kaplowitz ing touring exhibit created by the Smithsonian Continued on Page 8 anti-choice extremists immediately upon their who was just re-elected to represent county Dis- election. The deceptive tactics of the Kleins and trict 4 (New Castle and parts of Yorktown, and Kaplowitzs are effectively facilitating the ero- Somers). Kaplowitz has had his eye on being sion of a woman’s right to choose right here, Westchester County Board chairman for years. Congressional Preview: Hayworth- right now. So, as soon as he was re-elected, Kaplowitz “These elected officials – Klein to the went to the anti-choice legislators with whom he New York State Senate and Kaplowitz to the had voted to pass the 2012 budget that gutted Maloney Rematch & 2 Untouchables Westchester County Legislature – lied to the funding to community health centers, food pan- pro-choice community to get elected, and then tries and senior nutrition programs, and dramati- consciously turned their backs on their con- cally raised the cost of child care, to negotiate stituents for their own political gain,” continues his deal. the email. “Why? Because New York State is a “Kaplowitz agreed to support Jim Maisano pro-choice state with the vast majority of voters (who voted against ensuring safe access to re- supporting comprehensive reproductive rights, productive health care clinics) for the position of which includes abortion.” Westchester County Board vice chairman and to According to the Sienna Research Institute, appoint Sheila Marcotte (who opposes abortion 80 percent of New Yorkers support the passage rights even in cases of rape, incest or to save the of the Reproductive Health Act, which is aimed life of the woman) as Budget Committee chair- at protecting reproductive freedom for women person in exchange for making Kaplowitz the and ensuring a woman’s right to make private new Westchester County Board chairman. health care decisions regarding pregnancy. At “It is important to understand that the Bud- least two-thirds of voters from every party, re- get Committee is, in fact, the most important gion and demographic group support it, with the committee for women’s rights. The departments exception of self-identified conservatives who that relate to women and families comprise a support it 64-29 percent. large portion of the county budget. The budget Former Congresswoman Nan Hayworth Rep. Sean Maloney Email Context: Decisions Made for Personal chairperson decides what will appear on the Gain, at Our Expense agenda and who will be heard. “Jeff Klein, immediately after being re- “Kaplowitz single-handedly empowered elected to the New York State Senate to repre- the anti-choice minority on the Board at the ex- sent District 34 (Pelham and part of Mt. Vernon pense of women throughout Westchester County. and the Bronx), aligned himself with the Repub- Now this minority can work with Westchester’s lican anti-choice extremist Dean Skelos. Klein right-to-life extremist county executive who has claimed it was an act of independence. In reality, already imprinted an anti-choice agenda on his it was a power-grab by a self-absorbed, egocen- administration – ending sex education funding, tric politician who thought it was more impor- receiving awards for abstinence-only program tant to enhance his own personal power than to support and vetoing the most basic of rights, safe stand up for women who elected him and make access to reproductive health care. Kaplowitz, up his constituency. personally, has empowered this County Execu- “Did you know that it was Sen. Klein who tive zealot Rob Astorino, who called abortion “a refused to bring the 10-point Women’s Equality straw man,” as he prepares to run for governor. Agenda to the floor of the Senate for a vote – just Call to Action because anti-choice Skelos did not approve? “These men – Klein and Kaplowitz – are “Unfortunately, Klein would rather stand Continued on Page 8

Rep. Nita Lowey Rep. Eliot Engel

By Dan Murphy We will look for two Republican candidates Sledding in Westchester; Westchester has three members of the U.S. to appear shortly to challenge both Engel and House of Representatives up for re-election this Lowey, but we see little drama in either race. The November: people of Westchester are happy with their long- A Community Pastime Rep. Eliot Engel now represents the most of serving congressmembers. Westchester – 60 percent – in the 16th District, The race that Westchester will hear a lot which includes all of southern Westchester, north about will be in the 18th District, which is one of to Greenburgh, Scarsdale and Mamaroneck. the more fluid congressional seats in the country Rep. Nita Lowey now represents mid-north- over the past 10 years. Republican Sue Kelly was ern Westchester County, from White Plains to defeated in 2006 by Democrat John Hall. Rye and north along the Hudson River to Peek- However, Hall was defeated in 2010 by Re- skill, and Rockland County, in the 17th District. publican Nan Hayworth, who was then defeated Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney represents sev- in 2012 by current Congressman Sean Patrick eral northern Westchester communities – Somers, Maloney, a Democrat. Hayworth will now chal- Katonah, Lewisboro, North and South Salem, lenge Maloney again this year, in a race that will Bedford, North Castle and Mt. Kisco – as well as include major contributions and campaign spend- portions of Putnam, Dutchess and Orange coun- ing from both parties. ties in the 18th District. The seat is one of the few swing districts in Lowey and Engel are the two “untouch- the country, and a seat which can be won by either ables” in the Westchester congressional delega- party. tion. Both are widely popular in their overwhelm- Campaign finance reports recently filed ingly Democratic districts, and both are among show Hayworth with $500,000 on hand; Maloney the House of Representatives’ longest-serving reportedly has $1.1 million on hand. “I’ve spent members of Congress. Both were first elected in the last 14 months touring our district, speaking to 1988, and both have been rumored to be retir- families and individuals who want change, people ing for more than a decade, but every two years who want a representative in Congress who will Katie and Alexis enjoy a day of sledding at Croton Gorge Park. they have been re-elected by wide margins. They speak for them, work for them, and never for- clearly still have a passion for representing West- get the principles that make this country great,” By Dan Murphy One of the most picturesque Westchester chester in Washington, D.C. stated Hayworth in an email asking for donations. One of the good things about the winter winter locations is Croton Gorge County Park. Engel, whose district also includes a large Maloney, who defeated Hayworth by a 52- of 2014 in Westchester is that there is plenty of When you drive into the park, you travel over a portion of the Bronx, faced token opposition two 48 percent margin in 2012, said he looks forward snow for great sledding. Every Westchester com- small bridge and see a waterfall from the Croton years ago. Lowey faced a more formidable foe in to the upcoming debate. munity, and neighborhood, has its own favorite Dam. In the park there are three or four sledding 2012, Rye Town Supervisor Joe Carvin, but also Engel has $244,069 on hand, and Lowey has hill where kids congregate to take a ride down. Continued on Page 2 beat him handily. $556,355 on hand, according to financial reports. PAGE 2 - SOUNDVIEW RISING - Friday, February 14, 2014 Serving Our Country This, Too, is discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and Westchester to Hollywood skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn By Eric W. Schoen not canceled when the weath- four credits toward an associate in applied science Why? er is too cold for street sweep- degree through the Community College of the Air If you are a great actor ers to clean Yonkers streets? Force. on stage and screen, or a brave Granted, alternate-side-of- Navy Midshipmen Ariel Coreth, a 2009 and artistic Yonkers firefight- the-street is not only for street graduate of Horace Greeley High School in Chap- er, there are resources to help sweeping, but also to allow paqua and daughter of Frank and Sandra Coreth of you when you are in need. utility and construction crews Mt. Kisco; Neil McMillan, a 2010 graduate of Ma- Don’t be afraid to use them. to work. But how much work maroneck High School and son of Keith and Mary There is nothing wrong do they do in the snow? McMillan of Larchmont; and Vincent Young, with admitting you need help; And if you are going to a 2009 graduate of Rye High School and son of no one is perfect. And even enforce meters, please make Tabinta Young of Rye, all recently selected their the most perfect person has a sure motorists can get to them first assignments during a Ship Selection ceremo- bad day…or two or three. But – my little birdies tell me that ny at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. if you don’t let others know Westchester County has not Coreth is scheduled to report to USS San you are hurting, there is no been cleaning the snow from Diego (LPD-22), Young is scheduled to report to way they can help. county bus stops. Eric W. Schoen USS Oscar Austin, and McMillan is scheduled to The entertainment world And while we are on Air Force Airman First Class report to USS Stockdale. lost a giant this week with the passing of Philip the topic of buses, why are Bee Line Bus System Geovanie D. Ocasio Ship Selection is the culmination of the ser- Seymour Hoffman at the young age of 46. The telephone operators only available from 8 a.m. to Air Force Airman First Class Geovanie Oca- vice assignment process for Naval Academy mid- occasional movie-goer might not know his name, 4 p.m. to handle calls? Those hours don’t work on sio, a 2012 graduate of Riverside High School in shipmen designated to serve as commissioned but chances are you have seen him in movies too snowy days for commuters trying to get to or from Yonkers and son of Haiti Bosque of Mt. Sinai and Navy Surface Warfare Officers upon graduation. numerous to mention. And every role he played, work. Eric Ocasio of Woodbridge, Va., recently gradu- As officers, these midshipmen may be in charge of whether it was Willy Loman in “Death of a Sales- Why would New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ated from basic military training at Joint Base San any number of shipboard operations and activities man” on Broadway or in “Doubt” or “Capote” at nominate a high school classmate to a high-paying, Antonio-Lackland in Texas. while at sea, and are trained extensively to main- the multiplex, he left you with an impression that powerful job at the Port Authority if they were not The airman completed an intensive, eight- tain and operate Navy ships, their crews and their was hard to forget. close friends? And did you know that this high week program that included training in military systems. Yonkers lost a giant two weeks ago with the school classmate as a 16-year-old kid sued over a passing of Firefighter Jef Campion – a brave fire- local school board election? You can’t make this fighter who spent a month at Ground Zero after the stuff up! tragic events of 9/11 and an artist who used his tal- There are 11 vacant seats in the New York ent to spread anti-war messages from New York to State Legislature representing 1.2 million people. California. In my visits to New York, I would often People have a right to be represented, Gov. An- see Jef’s signature art work on boarded-up build- drew Cuomo. It’s time to make the donuts. Oops! I ings or scaffolding and snap a picture and send it mean time to call for elections! to him; or send him a Facebook message if I could The Super Bowl was great – congratulations not snap a picture. New York and New Jersey. Companies paid a lot Jef painted Disney characters on the walls of of money to produce and air commercials, and not local hospitals to brighten up the day for sick chil- one of them “wowed” me. What did wow me? Did dren. He volunteered countless hours at the Ronald you know the National Football League is a non- McDonald House, helping children and families in profit and enjoys tax exempt status? need. Coming to a mall near you: A kiosk where We can’t bring back Philip Seymour Hoff- you can buy a casket. Really? man or Jef Campion, but we can make sure others Good luck to all our athletes competing in the get the help they need in times of trouble. Please, Sochi Olympics. Say a prayer for the safety of all please tell us so we can help! Olympians, their families and event attendees. Was Really? Why? I seeing double or are there really double toilet Westchester County Medical Center is not stalls at venues associated with the Olympics. Our accepting patients covered by plans that are part Russian friends are not that backward! of the Affordable Care Act. The land and build- Take it from someone who was there, snow ings Westchester Medical Center is on are owned removal on New York’s Upper East Side was really by “we, the people” – aka Westchester taxpayers. bad last week – and I doubt it had anything to do Countless tax dollars have gone into bailing the with payback from Mayor Bill de Blasio to voters hospital out. Our County Executive and county who did not vote for him. I was in the area in the The waterfall at Croton Gorge Park in the winter. legislators and all Westchester taxpayers should be early part of the afternoon: Cars, buses, trucks, pe- half-way point, just in case. outraged over this! destrians – and not a plow or salt spreading device Sledding in Another popular location in northern West- Yonkers is very proactive, notifying the pub- to be had! Continued from Page 1 chester is the large hill next to Downing Park in lic regarding changes to parking regulations and Yonkers’ new inspector general launched an Yorktown. This hill has hundreds of sledders on garbage collection as a result of inclement weather. inquiry into the missing $55 million from the Yon- trails that have been packed with kids and sleds a nice winter day. Why, then, is alternate-side-of-the-street parking Continued on Page 9 of all kinds this winter. Sometimes, the best sledding can occur at Be careful if it’s your first trip to Croton your own home, or at the home of a neighbor- Gorge Park for sledding, as the hills and trails hood hill. Send us your favorite sledding loca- can become very fast, and icy. Have your chil- tions in Westchester, and pictures, to dmurphy@ dren take their first trip down the hill from the risingmediagroup.com.

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Nerf been appointed pro- New York City and purchase a Space-Saver Me- hockey, Mini Day-Camp (dur- fessor/director for the Westchester County chanical Assist Mobil Shelv- ing the school break), girls’ new Rose Institute for that champions pho- ing System which is now be- volleyball camp and Photo- Learning and Literacy nics-based teaching to ing utilized to store building shop classes are available and in the School of Educa- improve the reading department files. are sure to be a big hit. tion at Manhattanville and language skills of In the past, files con- It’s never too late to think College. school children. taining site plans, zoning of spring. Registration for the Fedora, until re- Fedora has ex- ordinances, certificates of oc- Harrison Little League (girls’ cently an assistant pro- tensive training and cupancy and information on softball) and Harrison Babe fessor in the Education- experience with pho- various residential and com- Ruth League is underway. al Studies Department nics instruction at the mercial permits were archived The registration deadline for at Seton Hall Universi- kindergarten-through- at two, on-site locations and girls’ softball is Feb. 26 and Mayor Ron Belmont ty, will implement and grade-12 level and one off-site location, more the deadline for Babe Ruth oversee the Rose Insti- higher. Her research than 10 miles away from the department. This new is March 2; late fees apply. For detailed program tute, whose mission is interests include early storage system allows for all archived folders to be information and applications, visit any Harrison to teach multi-sensory intervention, multisen- stored in the municipal building and will allow for Recreation Center or the Harrison website, at learning methodologies sory instruction, and in- increased storage space in the future. www.harrisonpl.org. to graduate students. Dr. Pledger Fedora terventions for students I always enjoy highlighting the accomplish- I would like to take this opportunity to rec- The new 13-credit graduate certificate pro- at risk for reading difficulty. She is also inter- ments of our younger residents. Recently, the ognize the success of the Harrison JV and varsity gram will be offered to graduate students as ested in the accuracy of teachers’ judgments Harrison High School boys’ varsity basketball cheerleading squads, who made an impressive a separate certificate through the School of of students’ level of risk for reading difficulty team had an impressive victory. The 17th annual showing at Putnam Valley High School’s cheer- Education, or as part of the existing 45 credit in the early elementary grades. Sound Shore Classic, hosted by the Mamaroneck leading competition Feb. 1, with the varsity squad masters in professional studies in literacy and She has a bachelor’s degree in art history, High School Basketball Team, was held earlier this taking first place and the Grand Championship. special education childhood. a master’s degree in reading and language month and Harrison’s team defeated Mamaroneck The recreation girls’ team placed third in its divi- The Rose Institute for Learning and Lit- arts, and a Ph.D. in education with a focus in the championship game, placing first in the tour- sion. eracy was established through a recent gift on special education from the University of nament. The entire team, and their coach, deserves In addition, the varsity squad recently quali- to Manhattanville by Sandra Priest Rose, North Carolina, Chapel Hill. For more infor- heartfelt congratulations for their success and hard fied for a UCA national competition taking place the founder of Reading Reform Founda- mation, visit www.manhattanville.edu. work. this month at Disney World, in Orlando. Congratu- On a similar note, as part of the Westchester lations to the squads and wishing the varsity team Fairfield Swim League, the Harrison recreation great success at the national meet. swim team recently received a trophy for eighth In closing, I have recently received a notifi- place, with many swimmers finishing in the top 16. cation from the office of John Banks, vice presi- USA Network & Cablevision The team is currently in competition and is look- dent of government relations for Con Edison. The ing forward to the 2013-14 Championship Meet, to utility company is reminding consumers that they be held in late February. I would like to wish the can spread their energy expenditures out over a Present Characters Unite Awards best of luck to the Harrison swimmers and their 12-month period in order to alleviate the impact USA Network, in partnership with Ca- lations are also posted on the website. coaches. of gas and electric supply costs. These costs dra- blevision, announced last week the launch Winners will be announced in the spring I am happy to report that the Westchester Arts matically increased in January as a result of the of the fourth Characters Unite Awards, part and will receive $5,000 grants to support their Council’s Arts Alive Project has awarded the Har- extremely cold temperatures affecting our region. of USA’s ongoing public affairs campaign to project or a related nonprofit organization and rison Public Library a $1,000 grant for “Discover Con Ed also recommends that customers take address social injustices and bridge cultural will be featured by USA on-air and online. Japan through Music.” According to Library Di- simple, trouble-free energy-saving steps to reduce divides. Kicking off during Characters Unite They will also be honored this year at a cer- rector Galina Chernykh, the library will host an ar- their bills, and offers payment plans and other op- Month in February, a time when the network emony presented by Cablevision and USA. ray of musical concerts and workshops for all ages tions to assist consumers in controlling their bills. leverages all its platforms to shine a special Last year, 10 Characters Unite Awards in a way to promote the exchange of cultural tradi- For more information, visit their website at www. spotlight on the importance of promoting recipients were selected from hundreds of tions. For more information, contact the library at coned.com. greater tolerance, respect and acceptance, the nominees for their successful efforts to com- 914-835-0324. The next “Lunch with the Mayor” is Friday, program recognizes extraordinary individuals bat prejudice and discrimination in their com- On a related note, the Harrison Public Library Feb. 14 at Aquario, 141 Lake St., West Harrison. who have made significant and lasting efforts munities. Benedictine Academy teacher Linda is offering a series of wonderful concerts in Feb- I will be joined by Legislator Benjamin Boykin, a to champion civil and human rights in their Michalski was honored by Cablevision and ruary. On Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2 p.m., NYC-based member of the Westchester County Board of Leg- communities. USA Network for her extraordinary efforts in Finnish singer songwriter Paual Jaakkola will sing islators, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and look forward In addition to the awards, the month will motivating her students to help abolish human traditional Finnish songs; and on Sunday, Feb. 23 to meeting with residents and talking about issues also include new public service announce- trafficking. Linda inspired her student leader- at 2 p.m., pianist MIKA will play samba jazz, Bra- facing our community. ments, original programming, the documen- ship team, the Benedictine Cor Defenders, to tary “NFL Characters Unite,” digital content, become a voice for the marginalized of society. events across the country, and more. As a staff mentor, she teaches students about The nomination period for the 2014 the issue of human trafficking, a form of mod- MLK Freedom Library to Characters Unite Awards began Feb. 3 and ern-day slavery that especially impacts young runs through March 31. Entries, including a women around the world. maximum 500-word essay on how the nomi- To learn more about previous Characters Discuss ‘The New Jim Crow’ nee meets the criteria of character, impact and Unite Award recipients or to find more infor- On five Mondays in March, the Martin Lu- mlkwestchester.org. influence, can be submitted online at www. mation on Characters Unite, visit www.char- ther King Jr. Freedom Library invites the public The Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Li- charactersunite.com. Complete rules and regu- actersunite.com. to guided discussion of the book “The New Jim brary has fiction books and unusual, important Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Color- books and films for adults, youth and children blindness” by Michelle Alexander, discussing on subjects such as nonviolence and anti-rac- one or two chapters each week, using the au- ism, Dr. King and other great peacemakers, thor’s study guide. Attendance at all sessions and other outstanding African-Americans. Its SUNY Empire State College is not necessary, and the discussions begin at hours are Monday from 3 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m.; and The book documents the charge that Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Debuts Online Degree Program the War on Drugs is in fact a coded strategy The library is a project of The Westchester SUNY Empire State College will play a their access to higher education. Empire State to incarcerate black males for small offences Martin Luther King Jr. Institute for Nonvio- leadership role in the system’s introduction of College has been addressing these challenges that target them for the rest of their lives as lence, a not-for-profit community organization Open SUNY, offering two of the first degree for more than 40 years, and now Open SUNY “criminals.” The leaders of the discussion will whose purpose is to educate our communities programs to be powered by this signature initia- aims to reach these nontraditional students, as be Dawn Patterson and Richard Eldridge, who about the relevance of Dr. King’s life and phi- tive, announced State University of New York well. have expertise in African-American literature losophies to today’s struggles for social justice Chancellor Nancy Zimpher last week during her Empire State College faculty and staff have and culture. and racial understanding. annual State of the University address in Albany. served adult students in various stages of their The discussions are free and open to the For more information, contact the MLK “Open SUNY will provide our students lives by providing robust online courses and public and take place in the Freedom Library Institute at 914-949-6555 or info@mlkwest- with the nation’s leading online learning experi- programs in areas of high need for the student at the Thomas H. Slater Center, 2 Fisher Court, chester.org, or go to www.mlkwestchester. ence, drawing on the power of SUNY to expand and the state. Today, about half of the college’s White Plains. Registration is required; call 914- org. For information about other discussions of access, improve completion and prepare more 20,000 students study online and many of the 525-3076 or 914-949-6555, or email library@ “The New Jim Crow,” go to www.wespac.org. students for success,” said Zimpher. “In addi- college’s 70,000 alumni have earned their as- tion to these new, fully online degree programs, sociate, bachelors and master’s degrees online. Open SUNY will take every online course we Two of the college’s bachelor’s programs – in offer at every SUNY campus – now upward of business, management and economics, with a 12,000 course sections conducted by 35,000 concentration in human resource management; Letters to the Editor faculty – and make them easy to find and acces- and in science, mathematics and technology, Dear Editor: lent a strong sense of support to progressives sible for every SUNY student.” with a concentration in information systems – The death of Pete Seeger brings to a close around the country. They were also the victims In addition to Open SUNY, the chancellor will be offered to students throughout SUNY almost 80 years of social and political activism of hatred and death threats, as well as violence. introduced Open SUNY-plus, designed to en- and worldwide. that always had a flavor and aesthetic quality to The Peekskill riots were an ugly expres- courage students who have stopped out of col- Empire State College continues to collabo- it because of his musical genius. sion of the racism and hate that was very much lege to continue and complete their degrees via rate with other institutions to build high-quality Born to a Calvinsitic tradition and pacifism a part of this country, and still is. Rocks and online study. Empire State College has cham- and innovative online programs to meet the that were very much a part of his upbringing, bottles were thrown at Robeson and Seeger, and pioned online education for more than two de- rapidly changing needs of students and the de- he became politically active in the mid-1930s his family that were present during a concert cades and is in the forefront of this innovative mands of the global economy. where he was a member of the “young com- that was in support of the civil rights congress. approach to course delivery. The eight Open SUNY-plus degree pro- munist league” fighting issues of racism, anti- Robesons’ pro-union, anti-racism and pro-com- Across New York State, 6.9 million adults grams set to debut in January were chosen based Semitism and the rights of workers. munist affiliations led to this uncivilized display have a high school diploma, but no college de- on a number of factors, including student inter- Later he worked with Alan Lomax at the of many Westchester residents at that time. gree. Many want to pursue one, but life com- est, accreditation and their capacity to meet cur- “Archive of American Folk Song” at the Library Seeger continued with his activism that saw mitments such as jobs, children, aging parents, rent and future workforce demand throughout of Congress. There he was inspired by Lomax to him support the human rights movement, and ap- financial limitations and community ties limit New York state. continue his folk song efforts and appearing on plied his signature to the song “We Shall Over- Lomaxs’ weekly radio show. He soon appeared come” at the March on Washington in 1963. He with Lead Belly, Woody Guthrie and Burl Ives was not the original author of it; Charles Albert in a performance before Eleanor Roosevelt. This Tindley, an African-American, composed this appearance was significant because it was an in- gospel song, while Seeger helped it become the tegrated event in a very segregated Washington, anthem of the human rights movement. Real Estate Closings D.C. He fought against the Vietnam War, and He was an ally of Eleanor Roosevelt to im- protested against the 4 million Vietnamese civil- Flat Fee $799 prove the conditions of working people across ians that were killed by this country. He was a the country. FDR’s declaration that “every man hero and environmentalist that battled corporate Semi retired Ivy league lawyer with and woman should be guaranteed a job, a decent America’s unilateral destruction of the ecosys- wage and a place to live” also was something tem for profit. vast experience in all transactions that inspired Seeger (although FDR did an- Pete Seeger was one of a kind, and I feel nounce Executive Order 9906 that put forth the remissed that I never made a greater effort in my Nobody does it better. Japanese internment camps). 24 years living here in Westchester to see him This period saw Seeger develop a friend- perform. His 94 years on this planet was a testi- ship with the great singer, actor, lawyer and hu- mony to his durability, and care and concern for martinbepsteinlaw.com man rights activist Paul Robeson. They fought his fellow human beings. Rest well, Mr. Seeger, 914 358-3288 against racial discrimination and for the rights of and thank you for a job well done. labor unions across the country to improve the Clifford Jackson lots of its workers. Both of their singing talents Larchmont PAGE 4 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, February 14, 2014 Kids of All Ages Can Enjoy Authors Lead Short Story Summer Camp at County Parks Saturday: A Teen Workshop Whether your youngster is a nature nut, a 30 through Aug. 8. budding musician or a sports hound, Westches- Tuition is $575 for Westchester resident ter County Parks’ popular summer camps offer participants registering before May 30, or $625 something for kids of all ages and interests. On- after; keyboard students pay $675 before May line registration for all camps is taking place now 30 and $675 after (non-residents add $75 to each at www.parks.westchestergov.com/activities/ fee). childrens-camps. For more information, call 914-231-4673. Boys and girls in grades one to nine can hit The Children’s Summer Ecology Program the boards at the air-conditioned Westchester introduces children in grades one through six to County Center during the Slam Dunk Basketball the natural world and is conducted at three nature Camp. “Little Hoopers” in grades one and two centers: Cranberry Lake Preserve in North White runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon, for $150 per ses- Plains, Marshlands Conservancy in Rye, and sion before June 30 and $175 after. Campers in Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge grades three through nine attend from 8:30 a.m. Reservation in Cross River. Camp runs weekdays to 4 p.m. for $325 per session before June 30, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning July 7. The fee $350 after. is $275 per week. Four, one-week sessions begin Monday, For more information, call 914-864-7273. June 30. A special discount team rate of $250 per Youngsters entering grades seven, eight and camper, per week is also offered for 10 or more nine can learn outdoor skills that run the gamut members of a basketball team that signs up for from radio-tracking wood turtles to map reading the same week. during the Conservationists-in-Training program Amalie Howard Kristi Cook For more information and for a special offered at Cranberry Lake Preserve in North group registration form, call 914-231-4673. White Plains and the Trailside Nature Museum at A girls’ volleyball camp for grades six Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River. The Larchmont Public Library will host a ary characters are Rhett Butler, Atticus Finch and through 12 is also available at the Westchester The program is held Mondays and Fridays, from new short story writing workshop especially for Mr. Darcy. County Center. The camp runs for two, one-week 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Tuesdays, Wednesdays and teens, led by authors Kristi Cook and Amalie She also studied American history in gradu- sessions beginning July 28 and Aug. 4. Hours are Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in three, two- Howard, on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. ate school at Columbia University. 3 to 5 p.m. for middle school (grades six through week sessions, beginning July 7. The fee is $725 in the Michael P. Coords Activity Room. Space “I love history,” said Cook. “I especially eight) and 6 to 9 p.m. for high school players for each session. is limited, so the library is requesting that partici- enjoy Civil War-era (U.S.) and Regency and (grades nine through 12). For more information, call 914-864-7273. pants register for the workshop in advance. Teens Edwardian-era British history.” The fee is $150 per session for middle school The Challenger Sports Soccer Camp for who would like to attend may register online by Howard grew up on a small Caribbean is- students, and $200 per session for high schoolers. boys and girls in grades one through nine is of- visiting the library’s website, or by phone. land where she spent most of her childhood with For more information, call 914-231-4673. fered at V.E. Macy Park in Ardsley. Operated by Both Cook and Howard have sold thou- her nose buried in a book or being a tomboy Kids ages 10 through 17 can hit the greens the prestigious Westchester Soccer Academy, sands of books for teens. Howard’s most recent running around barefoot, shimmying up mango during the “Hole-in-One” junior golf camp of- top-notch coaching is offered to kids in grades offerings include “Bloodspell” and “Waterfell,” trees and dreaming of adventure. fered at the six county golf courses: Dunwoodie one and two during a half-day program from 9 while the most recent releases from Cook in- An aspiring writer from a young age, her and Sprain Lake in Yonkers; Hudson Hills in Os- a.m. to noon, while a full-day is offered for kids clude “Eternal” and “Mirage,” both of which are poem “The Candle,” written at age 12, was pub- sining; Maple Moor in White Plains; Mohansic in grades three to nine from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fees a part of her “Winterhaven” series. lished in a University of Warwick journal. At 15, in Yorktown Heights; and Saxon Woods in Scars- range from $132 to $245, and camp runs in six, Both Cook and Howard bring tons of writ- she was a recipient of a Royal Commonwealth dale. one-week sessions beginning June 22. ing experience to this workshop, which will Society Essay Award (a global youth writing Taught by top Professional Golf Associa- For more information, call 914-714-8601 or guide teens through the process of crafting a competition). A Colby College graduate, she tion pros, the camp meets for two hours daily and go to www.challengersports.com. compelling short story, creating a solid founda- completed simultaneous honors in both French runs in week-long sessions. The Perfect Pitch and Swing Baseball Camp tion for teens to use as they build on that founda- and international studies, and graduated Summa The fee for each session is $50, and times provides children ages eight to 12 with training tion. Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa. and days vary at each course. that uses unique and innovative methods, com- As a child, Cook took her nose out of a book She has traveled to 171 cities in 22 coun- For more information, call 914-231-4673. bining traditional baseball skills with disciplines only long enough to take a ballet class (or five) tries, fenced competitively in college, is certi- The Summer Music Center at the Westches- from other sports at V.E. Macy Park in Ardsley. each week. Not much has changed since then, fied as a deep-water scuba diver, won a beauty ter County Center in White Plains is a six-week Daily schedule includes drills, hitting, throwing/ except she’s added motherhood to the mix and pageant when she was 16 years old, and rides a music instruction program for young people in pitching and fielding instruction and games. enjoys penning her own novels as much as read- Harley Davidson “Nightster” motorcycle. grades three through 12, providing daily class in- For more information, call 914-231-4673. ing everybody else’s. A transplanted southerner, “When I’m not writing, I read and I indulge struction in band and orchestral instruments, as For applications for all summer camps, go Cook lives in New York City with her husband my love for good food,” said Howard. “I also well as keyboard, guitar and recorder. The pro- to www.parks.westchestergov.com/activities/ and two daughters. enjoy ocean surfing or any outdoor sports and gram runs from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily, June childrens-camps or call 914-231-4500. As an undergraduate, she majored in his- I’m addicted to movies. I also like spending time tory and minored in English at the University with my family”. of Southern Mississippi. While there, she was For additional information about the Short a member of Phi Mu sorority and was a “Dixie Story Saturday Workshop and to register, contact Darling.” Her all-time favorite book and movie the library at 914-834-2281 or visit www.larch- Have a Movie Night at is “Gone with the Wind,” and her favorite liter- montlibrary.org. Bronxville Public Library The Bronxville Public Library will host the * The Woman in the Window (A FOBPL Fe- following free film screenings, which are open to male Chauvinist Film Series presentation), on Sat- Special Programs At the public: urday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. * Love is All You Need (Danish, rated R, 116 * Into the White (Rated R, 104 minutes), on Greenburgh Nature Center minutes), on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. * The Lodger (Classic Film Series), on Thurs- * The Great Gatsby (Rated PG-13, 142 min- The Greenburgh Nature Center will hold a tion and pre-payment are required online to hold day, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. utes), on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 1:30 p.m. schedule of events this month. a place. Yoga classes for adults will be held indoors There will also be camp programs during the until spring, on Fridays, Feb. 14, 21 and 28, and April school vacation and in the summer. Monday, Feb. 24, at 9 a.m.; bring a mat. Get in On Sunday, Feb. 16, learn the simple steps shape, tone up and breathe, feel balanced and re- of how to make maple syrup, beginning at 2 p.m.; QuickBooks Workshop to lieve stress. No pre-registration or pre-payment dress for the outdoors. The cost is $5 for members is required, and classes start promptly. The fees or $8 for non-members. is $20 per class; $90 for a five-pack pass ($95 for On Saturday, Feb. 22, a naturalist will show Be Presented in Spanish non-members), or $180 for a 10-pack pass ($190 off some of the favorite animals of winters begin- for non-members). Purchase discount passes are ning at 2 p.m. This entertaining and informative Westchester SCORE will offer a workshop Windows experience. available at class or at GNC. For more informa- program allows visitors to hear, see and touch many in Spanish on “How to Utilize QuickBooks,” on Westchester SCORE provides free profes- tion, call 914-723-3470 during business hours. fascinating furry, feathered and scaly friends; best Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Port Chester Li- sional guidance and information, accessible to all, Weekly Sunday walks for all ages will take for ages 5 and older. The cost is $5 for members or brary, One Haseco Ave. Attendees will learn how to maximize the success of America’s existing and place Sundays, Feb. 16 and 23 at 11:30 a.m. “New $8 for non-members. to use the program for their business, how to use it emerging small businesses. For more information, Teaching Trails: A Community Path for Environ- On Sunday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m., discover how to with customers and vendors, and more; must have call 914-939-6710, ext. 110. mental Education” (with support from Con Edi- read some “bone-a fide” animal bones of predators son) is a free guided trail through the woodland and prey from the past; best for ages 5 and older. forest that runs about 30 minutes. The cost is $5 for members or $8 for non-members. February Vacation Nature Camp for kids in All program fees are per-person and include kindergarten through third grade will take place admission to indoor exhibits and the Animal Mu- Monday through Thursday, Feb. 17 to 20 from seum. Space is limited, and admittance closes 15 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Naturalists will involve, amuse, minutes after the start of the program. stimulate and inform children who are on school The Greenburgh Nature Center is a 33-acre vacation with different activities each day, includ- woodland preserve with trails, a pond, gardens, a ing animal study, crafts, nature exploration and playground, and outdoor animal exhibits, includ- nature games. A morning snack is provided each ing a birds of prey aviary. The center is located day, but lunch should be sent with child. The fee at 99 Dromore Road, off Central Park Avenue, in for four days is $160 for members or $210 for non- Scarsdale. Parking is free, and handicapped park- members. Enrollment is limited, and pre-registra- ing is available. Friday, February 14, 2014 - SOUNDVIEW RISING - PAGE 5 Kitchen & Bath Insider: The Edge Opens as 1st Digital Contractor Rip-Offs Library for Teens in NYS By Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., When you have compiled C.R. a “short-list” of contractors Nobody likes to be tak- to call, leave yourself enough en advantage of. Even when time so that you don’t have to times are good, who wants to rush into a decision. Set up a throw money away? But dur- meeting with the contractors ing a recession, when our lim- to get estimates and, more ited means are being stretched importantly, see if you feel to the limit, it is especially comfortable with them. The painful. relationship between you and Recently in Harrison, a your contractor is the key to couple of men posing as legiti- a successful job. If you start mate contractors were arrested with someone who doesn’t Paul Bookbinder for allegedly running a home return calls, shows up late and improvement scam to the tune of $1 million. has no patience for your questions before you They would reportedly promise to do work, col- hire them, don’t expect much more after you’ve lect a deposit, and then vanish. given them a check. These scammers are often referred to as When you’ve narrowed it down to a couple “travelers,” so I thought I would check out the of choices, it’s time to check references. Ask the history of the term. contractor to supply you with the names of peo- Apparently, back in the 1600s, Oliver ple that they have worked for. Of course, just Cromwell attacked Ireland, and in doing so, he getting the names won’t help you much if you left a large percentage of the population home- don’t call them. And, since you’re on the phone less. As jobs were scarce, the homeless started anyway, call the Better Business Bureau to see The Edge at the White Plains Public Library officially opened recently with, from left, Library living out of horse-drawn carts and went from if there have been any legitimate complaints Director Brian Kenney, Mayor Thomas Roach, and author and guest speaker Alex London. house to house offering repair services to the lodged against the contractor. locals who were still fortunate enough to have Once you have selected a firm, insist on A ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the matter.’” homes. Unfortunately, more often than not, the a written contract that specifies exactly what’s grand opening of The Edge, a groundbreaking, Guests received a complimentary copy repairs were never done, which led to their less- going to be done at your home. If you have any high-tech library just for teens, took place re- of London’s latest book, “Proxy,” a futuristic than-stellar reputation. doubts…put it in writing. The more explicit the cently when – despite a snow storm and frig- thriller for teens. The Internet claims there are about 25,000 contract and work orders are, the less chance of id temperatures – more than 150 community The Edge, one of the most innovative li- travelers in Ireland today, and about 10,000 in misunderstandings after the work commences. members came out to celebrate the opening of braries just for teens in the country, is one of the U.S.; and although prejudice against them Reputable firms also use “change orders” for the library, a joint project of the City of White the few libraries created specifically for to- has abated over the years, they are still widely any deviations to the original contract, which Plains and the White Plains Library Founda- day’s digital youth. It is part of the first of a stereotyped as “ne’er-do-wells.” As I can’t say require both you and the contractor to sign. tion. three-phase project to update the library based if this is accurate, it pays to do your due dili- Don’t be afraid of the paperwork, its pur- Library Director Brian Kenney gave on a multi-year master plan funded by the city gence to avoid being taken advantage of when pose is to protect both you and the legitimate thanks to everyone involved in bringing The and the White Plains Library Foundation. This hiring a contractor. contractor. Edge to fruition. “The Edge will be an impor- first phase spans 3,000 square feet, with 2,000 Is it really necessary for you to become an If you do your homework and select a con- tant resource to young people during a critical square feet dedicated to The Edge. expert in every facet of a project you’re under- tractor who doesn’t work out of a horse-drawn period in their lives,” he said. The Edge is divided into three areas: the taking? No – who has time for that? What you cart, your project will be a successful one, and Paul Schwarz, president of the Library living room – a space for socializing, readings, really need to do is find someone that you can chances are you won’t be ripped-off. However, Board, echoed Kenney’s praise, saying: “A lot viewing and gaming; the mixing area – a place trust to handle your project, and the best way to even with a great contractor, don’t expect that of thanks are due today.” for research, homework and collaboration; and do that is to use a little common sense. any job will go without some glitches. Anyone Library Foundation President Nick Wolff the digital media lab – a flexible space for work- Prior to calling prospective contractors, who promises a major renovation with no prob- emphasized the importance of The Edge for shops and classes focused on media production. ask friends who have done similar work for lems at all is not being entirely honest, as there the White Plains community. “Today is a won- Richly equipped with a wide range of referrals. If they have had a good experience, are just too many variables. derful day for the library, it is a wonderful day hardware and software, including iMacs, iPads chances are you will, as well. But if they had But, when you’re dealing with a legitimate for the young people of White Plains and it is and 3-D printers, The Edge is designed to help problems with their contractor, like hidden fees contractor, any problems that do arise will be a wonderful day for the city of White Plains,” teens be critical consumers of media as well as and missed deadlines, keep looking. Check with dealt with quickly and efficiently – and in the he said. producers of media, especially digital media. professional organizations (like the National end you will be thankful that you put a little ex- Mayor Thomas Roach thanked the Library The architects on the project were Berm- Kitchen and Bath Association) for members in tra effort in selecting them. Board and the community for their continual ello, Ajamil & Partners, Inc.; J.R. Keller, LLC; your area. Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., C.R., is president support, then officially cut the ribbon, opening and OLA Consulting Engineers. Foremost De- Call the local department of consumer af- of DreamWork Kitchens, Inc., located in Mama- the facility. velopment LLC was the contractor, and the De- partment of Public Work of the City of White fairs to find out what type of licenses arere- roneck. A master of design (Pratt Institute), and Young adult author Alex London delivered Plains managed the project, which was com- quired for the work that you’re considering and EPA-certified remodeler, he serves on the advi- a keynote speech in which he described why he pleted on time and within budget. make sure the company you hire is properly sory panel of Remodeling Magazine. A member writes for teens, and the importance of librar- Visit The Edge at the White Plains Public licensed. Also, check to see they have liability of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, ies. “Libraries matter and a teen library is an Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains. For insurance and that their workers are covered by he is also a contributor to Do It Yourself maga- expression of community values,” he said. “It more information, go to www.whiteplainsli- Worker’s Compensation and disability insur- zine. He can be reached for questions at 914- matters because the teens matter and the com- brary.org. ance. 777-0437 or www.dreamworkkitchens.com. munity of White Plains is telling its youth, ‘you New TZ Bridge Update New Rochelle Receives The American Association of University Tappan Zee Constructors, LLC, a consortium of $277,000 for Planning Women-Westchester’s monthly branch meet- some of the world’s best-known and most high- The City of New Rochelle’s Department developed in 1999 to guide waterfront devel- ing Wednesday, Feb. 19 will focus on the timely ly-regarded design, engineering and construc- of Development has been awarded two plan- opment and incorporate a land-use plan for topic of construction of a new bridge being built tion firms. “The first span of the new twin-span ning grants totaling $277,200, funded through Davids Island. to replace the Tappan Zee Bridge. The meeting bridge is scheduled to open in 2016 and the new the New York State Consolidated Funding Ap- “With the assistance of the CFA grants will feature special guest speaker, well-known bridge should be complete in 2018,” the com- plication process. from New York State, New Rochelle will be News12 anchor Brian Conybeare, who is spe- pany recently stated. “The new bridge will be The first grant, in the amount of $198,000, able to complete two vital steps in the planning cial advisor to Gov. Andrew Cuomo on the New designed and constructed to last 100 years with- will fund the update and completion of the phase toward our ultimate goal of smart and NY Bridge project. out major structural maintenance.” city’s comprehensive plan and associated zon- environmentally-sound growth and develop- It will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Greenburgh Conybeare, was appointed to his current ing code revisions. The city will build upon ment for the city,” said Mayor Noam Bramson. Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford. position for the bridge project in July 2012. previous efforts to advance sustainable eco- New Rochelle Commissioner of Develop- The New NY Bridge Project to replace the Prior to this appointment, he was an anchor nomic development, with careful consider- ment Luiz Aragon added: “The completion of Tappan Zee Bridge is now in progress and, ac- for the News 12 Evening Edition. He was also ation of New Rochelle’s sustainability plan, the comp plan and the LWRP will offer guid- cording to the project’s website, the construc- a co-anchor on the weekly political talk show GreeNR. The comp plan update and zoning ance for the future, based on examining exist- tion process has begun with a very positive “Newsmakers” and hosted the station’s local code amendments will foster private invest- ing and future conditions. It will also deliver outlook. election debates and live town meetings. ment in a more compact, mixed-use, mixed-in- predictability and fairness for citizens, elected The bridge is being designed and built by The meeting is open to the general public. come, energy-efficient development centered officials, and the development community by around the New Rochelle Transit Center. providing a vision of future land-use plans that The second grant of $79,200 will pay to incorporates public input into the appropriate update the city’s Local Waterfront Revitaliza- type of development for our city for years to Purchase Named to List of tion Program. The current draft LWRP was come.” ‘Best Value Colleges’ for 2014 Purchase College is one of the nation’s forming and creative artists on campus means DONATE YOUR CAR “Best Value” colleges and universities, according ‘there’s always something going on,’ including to The Princeton Review. 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Call ington Avenue, Mohegan New York, 10607. Purpose: Purpose: any lawful act. $99.00. Save Big Now, Discreet shipping. VI- Marc in NY 1 -800 -959 -3419 Lake, NY 10547. The com- any lawful act. pany is organized to con- #6493 01/31 - 03/07 duct any lawful business for #6492 01/31 - 03/07 which limited liability compa- nies may be organized. SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER CUSTOMERS BANK, Plaintiff against EZRIEL E. KORNEL, KATHERINE PETITTI-KORNEL, SANGWON SEO A/K/A #6491 01/31 - 03/07 SEAN SEO and SANGNA SEO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclo- sure and Sale entered herein and dated April 8, 2013, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Lobby of the Westchester County Courthouse, 111 Dr. Martin Notice of formation of Fran- Notice of Formation of Os- Notice of formation of Con- Luther King Jr. Blvd, WHITE PLAINS, NY on the 10th day of March, 2014 at 9:45 AM Lyn Associates LLC, Arts. tranenie LLC Art. Of Org. filed firmed Success, LLC Arts. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of North Castle, County of Westchester Of Org. filed with the Sect’y with SSNY on 1/28/2014. Of Org. filed with the Sect’y and State of New York, shown and designated as Lot No. 1 on a certain map entitled, of State of NY (SSNY) on Office Location: Westches- of State of NY (SSNY) on “Subdivision Plat of Rolling Hills, Rolling Hill Road, Armonk, NY” dated April 26, 2006 1/10/2014. Office location: ter. SSNY designated as 1/27/2014. Office loca- and filed in the Westchester County Clerk’s Office, Division of Land Records on Decem- Westchester. The street ad- agent of the LLC upon whom tion: Westchester County. ber 15, 2006, as Map No. 27849. Said premises known as 12 GIFFORD LAKE DRIVE, dress is: Orson and Brusini process against it may be The street address is: 55 NORTH CASTLE, NY Approximate amount of judgment $ 4,608,580.90 plus attorney’s Ltd, 144 Wayland Avenue, served. SSNY shall mail Chatsworth Ave, Larchmont, fees, cost, disbursements and interest. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of Providence, RI, 02906. process to: Manuel Areces, NY 10538. SSNY has been filed judgment and terms of sale. SSNY has been designated PO Box 203, Elmsford NY, designated as agent of the Index Number 54077/12. as agent of the LLC upon 10523. Purpose: any lawful LLC upon whom process CHRISTOPHER B. MEAGHER, ESQ., Referee. whom process against it purpose. against it may be served. Murtha Cullina LLP may be served. SSNY shall SSNY shall mail process Attorney(s) for Plaintiff mail process served to: Mark #6495 02/14 - 03/21 served to: Confirmed Suc- 177 Broad Street, Stamford, CT 06901 S. Aron, 701 Pelham Road, cess, LLC, 55 Chatsworth New Rochelle, NY, 10805. Ave, Larchmont, NY 10538. #3097 02/07/2014 - 02/28/2014 Purpose: any lawful act. Purpose: any lawful act.

#6494 01/31 - 03/07 #6496 02/14 - 03/21 SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER S&C Investors II LLC, Plaintiff against FIRST EQUITIES HOLDINGS, INC., et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judg- ment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated June 13, 2013 and amended Notice of formation of Pearl- Notice of formation of Cheryl January 30, 2014, I, the undersigned Referee will sell in Parcels (First 50-52 Mt. Vernon inBrite1164 LLC Arts. Of Org. Adam Art & Design, LLC filed Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY and if the proceeds are not enough to satisfy the debt then 2 filed with the Sect’y of State with the Sect’y of State of NY The Circle, New Rochelle, NY) at public auction in the Lobby of the Westchester County of NY (SSNY) on January (SSNY) on 11/22/2013. Of- Courthouse, 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., WHITE PLAINS, NY on the 20th day 17th, 2014. Office location: fice located in Westchester of March, 2014 at 2:30PM premises situate, lying and being in the City of Mount Ver- Westchester Country. The County Address is: Cheryl non, County of Westchester and State of New York, being known and designated as street address is: 7 Orchard Adam Art & Design, LLC, parts of Lots No. 221 and 222, on a certain map entitled, “Map of West Mount Vernon, Drive, Purchase, NY 10577. PO Box 529, Purchase NY lying in the Town of Eastchester, County of Westchester and State of New York”, dated SSNY has been designated 10577, SSNY has been des- June 27, 1851, and filed in the Office of the County Clerk, Division of Land Records, as agent of the LLC upon ignated as agent of the LLC May 1, 1852, as map No. 151, BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of whom process against it upon whom process against the Northwesterly side of South Bleeker Street, with the Southwesterly side of Mount may be served. SSNY shall it may be served. SSNY Vernon Avenue; RUNNING THENCE Northwesterly along the said side of Mount Vernon mail process served to: Al- shall mail process served to: Avenue, 56.69 feet to a point; RUNNING THENCE Southwesterly on a line parallel with exander Linhart, 7 Orchard Cheryl Adam Art & Design, the aforesaid Northwesterly side of South Bleeker Street, a distance of 100.57 feet to a Drive, Purchase, NY 10577. LLC, PO Box 529, Purchase point; RUNNING THENCE Southeasterly a distance of 56.69 feet to the Northwesterly Purpose: any lawful act. NY 10577. Purpose: any side of South Bleeker Street, as shown on said map; RUNNING THENCE Northeasterly lawful act. along the said Northwesterly side of South Bleeker Street, 100.57 feet to the point or #6497 02/14 - 03/21 place of Beginning. Said premises known as 50-52 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Mt. Vernon, #2164 2/7/2014 - Premises are designated on the Tax Map of the City of Mount Vernon as Section 164.76 3/14/2014 Block 1065 Lot 40 & 7. situate, lying and being in the City of New Rochelle, County of Westchester, and State of New York, shown and designated as Lot 5 in Block A on a certain map entitled, “Rochelle Park, New Rochelle, N.Y” made by Horace Crosby, C.E., Notice is hereby given that a Notice of Formation of dated July 1886, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Westchester, Divi- license, NUMBER 1275645 Dana’s Delights LLC Arts. sion of Land Records, on August 18, 1886, as Map No. 1382, BEGINNING at a point on for on premises liquor li- Of Org.Filed with Sect’y the northerly side of the Boulevard, which point of beginning is the dividing line between cense has been applied by of State of NY (SSNY) on the premises herein described and Lot 4 in Block A on the aforesaid Map No. 1382; the undersigned to sell liquor 01/13/2014. Office Loca- RUNNING THENCE North West, 174.65 feet THENCE easterly along the southerly side at retail in a restaurant under tion: Westchester County. of Lot 2 North East, 211.94 feet to the westerly side of the circle formerly known as Beau- the Alcoholic Beverage Con- The street address is 5 S fort Place; THENCE southerly along the westerly side of the circle formerly known as trol Law at Mansion Caterers Mortimer Ave, Elmsford, NY Beaufort Place, the following two courses and distances; THENCE South West, 26.47 LLC, d/b/a Mansion Cater- 10523. SSNY has been des- feet; THENCE Southwesterly on a curve to the left having a radius of 40 feet and a ers, 4 North 3rd Avenue, ignated as agent of the LLC length of 54.78 feet to the northerly side of the Boulevard; THENCE along the northerly 2nd floor, Mount Vernon, NY, upon whom process against side of the Boulevard, South West, 162.47 feet to the point or place of BEGINNING. Said 10550 for on premises con- it may be served. SSNY shall premises known as 2 The Circle, New Rochelle, New York Premises are designated sumption. mail process served to: The on the Tax Map of the City of New Rochelle as Section 3 Block 821 Lot 36. Approxi- registered agent, Dana Rav- mate amount of lien $ 238,519.05 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject #3098 02/07/14 - 02/14/14 ida of 5 S Mortimer Ave, El- to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index Number 66675/2012. KEVIN msford, NY 10523, Purpose: L. WRIGHT, ESQ., Referee. Swidler & Messi LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 57 West 38th retail food products Street, 5th Floor New York, NY 10018 2/14-3/21--#6498 Friday, February 14, 2014 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care Chapel School Students Have New Members at Touchstone Health Something to Smile About students. Students in kindergarten through second grade learned about proper brushing, flossing and eating habits. They sang the “Brush Your Teeth” song while practicing their brush- ing technique on a few puppets with pearly whites. Roos also discussed “wiggly teeth,” and why the students should not be worried to lose their baby teeth. “They fall out,” replied one student. “My brother has two grown up teeth now,” said another. New members of Touchstone Health HMO got the chance to know each other at the com- At the end of the presenta- pany’s New Member Celebration on Jan. 23 at Café Europa in Mount Vernon. Touchstone tion, each child received a gift Health community representatives welcomed new members and taught them how to achieve personal health goals with their new health plan. bag that included toothpaste, a toothbrush and dental floss. “Every year we invite the hygienist, we want the stu- dents to be comfortable and Patient Dining ‘on Demand’ not afraid of the dentist,” said School Nurse Therese Doman- ick. “The children always en- On the Menu at Phelps Hospital joy brushing the puppet’s teeth Have you ever been in a hospital and wished Schmidt, director of food, nutrition and hospital- Dental hygienist Joanne Roos teaches Chapel School stu- and leave excited about dental you could eat what you wanted, when you want- ity services at Phelps. “We are getting a lot of dents about dental hygiene. health.” ed it? positive feedback from patients, who like being Students at The Chapel School were re- The Chapel School regu- Say hello to “Room Service,” the new on- able to choose from a menu and eat when they cently invited to “Join the Super Smile Team!” larly invites professionals from the local com- demand meal delivery service for patients at are hungry.” The American Dental Association estab- munity to visit its students and educate them. Phelps Memorial Hospital Center. Altagracia Saiz of White Plains was a pa- lished February as National Children’s Dental These presentations are exciting for the stu- In addition to training staff to implement the tient at Phelps recently and found the food to Health Month more than 50 years ago to help dents, and can be further connected to school new program, the hospital spent more than half a be delicious. “The menu is excellent,” she said. encourage good oral health habits at a young curriculum and projects. million dollars on a redesign of its kitchen, which “I order breakfast at 7:30 and it arrives by 8 age. To motivate students and increase aware- The Chapel School is located at172 White underwent major renovations last summer. The o’clock. The hospitality staff who bring the food ness of proper dental care, The Chapel School Plains Road, Bronxville, and its next open kitchen was converted from a traditional hospi- are wonderful.” on Feb. 7 invited Joanne Roos, a registered house is Feb. 14. For more information, call tal 1950s tray-line to a modern, state-of-the-art, Kathleen Duffy of Pleasantville was a pa- dental hygienist who works at Main Street 914-337-3202 or visit www.thechapelschool. restaurant-style kitchen. tient on the first day that Room Service began Pediatric Dentistry in Tuckahoe, to meet with org. Instead of receiving three meals at set times and praised the call center staff who helped her during the day, patients at Phelps can now con- choose foods that met her dietary restrictions; tact the Room Service Call Center anytime be- and Craig Crocitto of Thornwood enjoyed the tween the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., order many choices. “The selections are great,” said from a new restaurant-style menu, and have their Crocitto. “There is something for everyone.” Hot Topics in Health Care: meal delivered within the hour. Studies have Schmidt said another benefit of the program shown that when patients can order their meals is that there is much less waste of food, already Medicare Reviews Denied Claims when they want them, it contributes greatly to down by 25 percent at Phelps. “When you order their hospital experience. several meals in advance, it’s hard to know what By Michael LaMagna, Esq. and non-appealable on or af- The meal delivery service is based on the or how much you’ll want to eat the next day, or As part of the settlement ter Jan. 18, 2011. hotel concept of room service, but with one key even later that day. Patients are ordering what of the Jimmo vs. Sebelius Appeals are always time- difference – call center associates who answer they want and getting it when they want it, so lawsuit, in which Medicare sensitive. If a claim became the phones and not only assist patients with se- much less food is coming back uneaten,” he said. conceded that coverage is final from Jan. 18, 2011 to lections, but also ensure that the order is appro- Under the new food service system at available for skilled services Jan. 24, 2013, the deadline for priate to the patient’s diet. Both associates and Phelps, even diabetics can order when they want. to maintain or not diminish the review is July 24, 2014; if hospitality staff, who deliver the meals, have Call center staff talk to them about substitutions an individual’s condition, a claim became final between received extensive training on ways to fulfill if their requests are inappropriate, and their trays costing unnecessary cost and Jan. 25, 2013 and Jan. 23, patient requests while making sure their dietary are flagged with a medical alert, so nurses have coverage denials, Medicare is 2014, the deadline to file for needs are being met. to approve the delivery of the meal. reviewing previously denied the review is Jan. 23, 2015. “Our meal program is unique in Westches- “We even try to give choice to patients who claims. You can access the ap- ter in that when patients call to place their or- are unable to communicate what they would like What this means is that if peal form on the Center for ders, the food is prepared and delivered when to eat by involving their loved ones in making you had a Medicare part A or Medicare Advocacy’s website it’s ready, rather than at a set time,” said Rich choices for them,” said Schmidt. part B claim denied – in part at www.medicareadvocacy. because it was determined Michael LaMagna org. that your condition plateaued This article is provided or you didn’t show improvement – between for informational purposes only. Nothing in January 18, 2011 and Jan. 23, 2014, Medicare this article shall be construed as legal advice will review your claim, utilizing the new stan- or should be relied upon as such. Michael dard, and may reverse the denial. LaMagna is a partner at Helwig, Henderson, More specifically, a Medicare beneficiary Ryan, LaMagna and Spinola, LLP, practicing may be eligible for the review of a past claim if elder law/probate/disability/wills, trusts and they received skilled nursing or rehabilitation estates, health care regulatory, Medicare ap- services in a nursing home, home health care peals, Social Security and general legal prac- or outpatient therapy; and received a partial or tice in both New York and Connecticut. Email full denial of a claim based on the fact that they him at [email protected], call 914-437- lacked improvement; and the denial was final 5955 or visit www.hhrls.com.

Town of Eastchester Senior Programs and Services The Garth Road Center 1 p.m. A historical commentary exploring Wednesday, Feb. 19 the connections of five presidents to St. Paul’s 11:30 a.m. Hot lunch available, reserva- National Historic Site, including Washington, tions required Adams, Quincy, Lincoln and Roosevelt, with 12:45 p.m. Movie Greats with Lew Sunder- Historian David Osborn land 2 p.m. Bingo/Pokeno bash! 2 p.m. Low-impact exercise with Rowena, The Garth Road Center is located at 235 Lawrence Hospital, physical therapy Garth Road, Scarsdale. For more information, Friday, Feb. 21 call 914-771-3340. 11:30 a.m. Exercise with Julie Rosen

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State law currently allows the late-term abortion Kaplowitz & Klein only if a woman’s life is in danger. Continued from Page 1 Supporters of the measure say it will not change abortion as now practiced in New York, just two examples of politicians who have be- while opponents say it will increase abortions in trayed our trust, pretending to be our allies while the state. working against us. They made promises to the Klein, who wields great power as the Sen- pro-choice majority and are reneging. They are ate co-leader, attempted to attach the abortion hurting us on the local and state levels, and they measure to a medical bill, but the 28 Republican think we are not smart enough to see through senators and two Democrats voted to keep it off their charade. the floor for a vote; Klein voted for the measure “But I know they’re wrong because we have to come to the Senate floor. you – and it’s your commitment, your unwaver- So the WCLA is correct in its claim: “Did ing dedication to protecting women’s health and you know it was Sen. Klein who refused to bring rights that will make the difference this year. the 10-point Women’s Equality Agenda to the Please, make your gift right now… floor of the Senate for a vote – just because anti- “Your reliable monthly support will ensure choice Skelos did not approve?” we can be there to raise our voices against anti- Klein’s reasons for joining a coalition with women’s health bills, elect pro-women’s health Skelos and Senate Republicans, like Kaplowitz, champions in critical races, and ensure millions have little to do with outlawing abortion. There of women, men and young people can access the is no “demise of abortion rights in New York care they need, no matter what.” (End of email.) State.” The email from WCLA mentions five West- A recent poll conducted by The Chiar- Muffin Dowdle R. Todd Rockefeller chester elected officials: the Republicans – Asto- oscuro Group, a New York-based organization rino, Maisano and Marcotte; and two Democrats working to provide options to abortion for New –Kaplowitz and Klein. York women, found an overwhelming majority The Boys & Girls Club of Northern West- ian Award Dinner Committee for the last three All but Klein are members of Westches- of New Yorkers support sensible restrictions on chester recently elected new officers to its years. ter County government, with Kaplowitz, Mai- abortions, with 80 percent opposing unlimited Board of Directors. Dowdle and her family reside in Pound sano and Marcotte members of the Westchester abortion through the ninth month of pregnancy R. Todd Rockefeller will now serve as Ridge. County Board of Legislators; and Astorino be- and 75 percent opposing changes in current law board president, Muffin Dowdle will serve as Marc Weisenfreund began his career on ing county executive. Kaplowitz led a bipartisan so someone other than a doctor can perform an vice president, and Marc Weisenfreund will the BGCNW Board of Directors more than 18 coalition and received 16 of 17 votes for board abortion. serve as secretary. Each member has served years ago. A newcomer to the organization, he chairman last month. According to the survey: on the club’s board for more than a decade. In quickly saw the positive influence the club had Kaplowitz’s reason for leading this consen- * A vast majority of New Yorkers (78.8 per- addition, Linda Mahon has been re-appointed on the community’s youth and became heav- sus government has much more to do with the cent) believe that when they are informed of the treasurer for her second term. ily involved. He served as the first president of fact that the majority of Westchester voters put number of abortions in New York, there already “Each of these individuals has a unique the New York State Alliance of Boys & Girls controlling property taxes as their greatest con- is sufficient access to abortion in New York. connection to the Club,” said BGCNW Ex- Clubs and currently serves as vice president. cern, than abortion. And the WCLA email does * 75 percent oppose changing the law so ecutive Director Brian Skanes. “They’ve dis- He has also served on various committees over not mention Kaploiwitz’s opposition to abor- that someone other than a doctor can perform played unwavering commitment to our mis- the last two decades and remains committed to tion... because he, in fact, supports a women’s surgical abortions, which this bill would do. sion and now stand beside us as we begin the the organization’s mission. right to choose. The email mentions Maisano, * 89 percent oppose abortions for reducing celebration of our 75th year.” Weisenfreund currently practices law Marcotte and Astorino’s views on abortion, but twins or triplets to a single child. R. Todd Rockefeller has been a member independently and he and his wife reside in not Kaplowitz. * 92 percent oppose late-term abortions for of the BGCNW Board of Directors since 2000, Pound Ridge. Kaplowitz’s vote for the bipartisan county sex selection. and is also a club alumnus, having learned to Linda A. Mahon works in the private budget agreements in 2012 and 2013 included New Yorkers are actually in favor of restric- swim at the club as a child. He is currently a wealth management and asset management ar- cuts to the child care subsidy for lower mid- tions on abortion: partner at DRSW, is past president of the West- eas of finance. She was formerly vice president dle-income families in 2012, and a restoration * 87 percent favor providing pregnant chester chapter of the Independent Insurance at U.S. Trust Company, Solomon Smith Bar- of some of those cuts in the 2013 budget. The mothers with information about options before Agents and Brokers of New York, and current- ney, and Paribas Asset Management, among WCLA’s attempt to link Kaplowitz to pro-life they make a decision. ly serves as secretary treasurer on the organi- other major Wall Street firms. Mahon has been and anti-abortion views based on these votes ap- * 78 percent approve of a 24-hour waiting zation’s board at the state level. He also serves on the board of BGCNW since 2009 and is pears disingenuous. period. on the Westchester-Putnam Boy Scouts Board. chairwoman of the club’s finance committee Abortion is not a major issue in county gov- * 76 percent approve parental notification Rockefeller and his family live in Ridge- in addition to her duties as treasurer. She has ernment, or in local town, village or city gov- when a minor seeks an abortion. field, Conn. been an associate chairwoman of the club’s ernment. The one vote legislators took on the * 68 percent approve of providing free Muffin Dowdle has been a real estate Humanitarian Dinner Committee for several county level that concerns abortion was in 2012 medical care to mothers carrying their pregnan- agent in the northern Westchester community years, and this year will serve as one of three to prevent harassment and intimation of patients cy to term. for 25 years. A club alumnae herself, Dowdle chairpersons of the event. Mahon is past presi- and staff entering health clinics. The bill would * 86 percent favor regulating abortion clin- and her 10 siblings participated in after-school dent and a long-standing board member of the have created a 25-foot buffer around clinics and ics as strictly as other medical facilities. sports and learned to swim at BGCNW. Years Mt. Kisco Child Care Center and chaired the would have increased penalties for perceived in- Governor Cuomo’s recent comments that later, Dowdle returned to the club as a board 2009 John Jay Homestead House Tour in Bed- timidating or violent behavior. Kaplowitz voted “extreme conservatives who are right-to-life, member and has now been serving for nearly ford. for the law, which was vetoed by Astorino, who pro-assault—weapon, anti-gay…have no place 20 years. She is committed to her role and has She currently resides in Bedford Corners said: “The legislation is unnecessary, unfair and in the State of New York,” have irked many New also served as chairwoman of the Humanitar- with her husband. unconstitutional on its face, all of which put the Yorkers. public at risk,” “Gov. Cuomo’s suggestion that pro-life The issue of abortion rights is primar- New Yorkers ‘have no place in the state of New ily regulated in Washington, D.C., and in some York’ reflects a perverted view of the abortion cases in state government, so the WCLA’s tar- issue and it raises significant questions that the Youth, ‘Break a Leg’ This get of State Sen. Jeff Klein makes a little more governor needs to address,” said Chiaroscuro sense. Klein, who represents the Westchester Group President Greg Pfundstein. “Just which Town of Pelham, is the chair of the Independent New Yorkers have no place? Is it the 35 percent Summer at Show Camp Democratic Caucus, a group of five Democratic of New York Democrats who call themselves Looking for something to do this mid- the WST staff to create, write and stage their senators who broke with their party to support a pro-life? Or the 76 percent of New Yorkers who winter break? Westchester Sandbank Theater very own musical, to be performed for family bipartisan leadership coalition in the State Sen- favor requiring parental notification before a will host “Break A Leg, Make A Show Camp” and friends at the end of the week. ate made up of the IDC and 28 Republican state minor receives an abortion? Are these the New for aspiring theater stars ages 7 to 13 from Feb. While creating their own show, campers senators. Yorkers Gov. Cuomo is talking about? 17 to 21. will also be receiving instruction in improvisa- Klein is the co-leader of the State Senate “Is it the 92 percent of New Yorkers who From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through tion, vocal technique, dance and more. with Republican Senate Co-Leader Dean Skel- oppose gender selection abortions, which Gov. Friday, campers will work with members of Registration is limited, and the fee is $300. os. The WCLA’s opposition to Klein centers Cuomo’s abortion expansion bill would allow up on the Women’s Equality Agenda, which has until birth?,” continues Pfundstein. “How about passed the Assembly and has the support of Gov. the 75 percent of New Yorkers who oppose al- Andrew Cuomo, but failed to be brought to the lowing people who are not doctors to perform Senate for a vote both last year and this year. abortions? What about the 72 percent of New tions, explained that “The Art of Video Games” “Even in this amazing new millennium, the York Democrats who favor a 24-hour waiting ‘Art of Video Games’ fits quite well into the mission of the Hudson old, shameful double-standard lives on,” said period before an abortion? Or the 74 percent of Continued from Page 1 River Museum for several reasons: it is a blend Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, D-Manhat- pro-choice New Yorkers who agree with them?” of visual art, music, science and technology; it tan, while standing with members of the New Both sides of this issue have polling data through still images, videos, screen shots and will connect well with the museum’s regular York State Bipartisan Pro-Choice Legislative in their favor, and both sides have strongly-held video interviews of game developers. audiences and with a new audience, as well; Caucus. “Even now there are forces that want views that likely will not change. The best we There are five games visitors can play: and it will appeal to and engage visitors of all to take us back to the dark days when women can ask for is a civil dialogue and respect for all Pac-Man, Super Mario Brothers, The Secret ages. suffered at the hands of back-alley charlatans.” sides. of Monkey Island, Myst, and Flower – each Vookles said she believes “museums Nine of the 10 portions of the Women’s Just like we applauded Pete Seeger for tak- of which is representative of innovations that should start conversations” and is confident Equality Agenda have the support of most all ing a stand that was not popular by some, we were embraced by subsequent games. The this exhibit will do just that; think of the con- members from both parties. It provides protec- must also respect the views of the minority on exhibit, workshops, talks and performances versation that might take place between a tion for victims of human trafficking, mandates abortion. They also have a right to be heard. all work together to explore video games as a member of the generation that came of age equal pay for women, and creates tougher dis- The WCLA has been one of the most effec- rich, multi-faceted art form combining visual playing Space Invaders and the one who came crimination laws. tive organizations in getting elected candidates art, music, storytelling and role-playing. of age playing Flower! The one piece of the Women’s Equal- that support their view elected in the history of And bringing a total experience like this “The Art of Video Games” is open to visi- ity Agenda that does not have the support of a Westchester politics. But for many years the to the audience is something the Hudson River tors of all ages, and there is no charge in ad- majority of senators is a measure to have New WCLA supported Kaplowitz and Klein, and Museum does as well as or better than anyone dition to the museum’s regular admission fee. York’s abortion law match federal law, which al- their opposition to both points to the issue of else. For a full schedule of activities, hours, dates lows abortion until a fetus is viable outside the abortion returning to Westchester this election Laura Vookles, chief curator of collec- and admission fees, visit www.hrm.org. womb or if the woman’s health is threatened. year. Friday, February 14, 2014 - SOUNDVIEW RISING - PAGE 9 A.G. Williams a Finalist for LDC Supports $98M Upgrade Family-Owned Business Award Project at Pace University

From left are Paul Viggiano, George Williams, Liane Rigano and George Williams of A.G. Williams Painting Company.

A.G. Williams Painting Company, a third- sons, Arthur and George, the company is experi- generation, family-owned and operated residential encing a period of steady growth and continues to and commercial painting firm servicing the tri- uphold its policy of caring for its employees. From left are Kevin Plunkett, Esq., deputy county executive and LDC vice chairman; Tom state area since 1906, was named by the Westches- A.G. Williams employs more than 40 full- Brady, Pace University treasurer; Westchester County Executive Robert Astorino; Bill Mc- ter County Business Journal as a finalist for its first time painters, five estimators and an office staff of Grath, Pace University senior vice president and chief operating officer for the estchesterW campuses; Stephen Hunt, LDC chairman; and Jim Coleman, LDC executive director, in front annual Family-Owned Business Award. Finalists two with offices in both Westchester County and of a rendering that depicts the future Pace Pleasantville campus after the $98 million renova- and winners were recently recognized at a celebra- Greenwich. It is recognized in the industry as one tion project is complete. tion at Mapleton at Good Counsel in White Plains. of the most highly respected and successful paint- “We are extremely proud of our long fam- ing companies in the country. The county’s Local Development Corpora- service, classrooms and offices; renovation of ily history of growth and unwavering employee The WCBJ event was attended by business tion approved a resolution that will give Pace Uni- the Kessel Student Center with a two-story ad- support through economic ups and downs,” said finalists and their extended families. Red Oak versity access to $98 million in tax-exempt bond dition totaling approximately 9,500 square-feet George Williams, A.G. Williams co-president Transportation in Port Chester was named win- financing for the renovation of its Pleasantville to accommodate a 200 dining-seat capacity and and CEO. “Being recognized as a leading family- ner among companies in business for more than campus, the most extensive improvement plan associated kitchen upgrades; upgrade and expan- owned business in Westchester County is a great 50 years; Murphy Brothers Contracting, Inc., in in the 50-year history of the campus, announced sion of the athletic facilities, including a new honor.” Mamaroneck won the 26- to 50-year award; and County Executive Robert Astorino last week. 23,000-square-foot field house, a new softball Although times were tough during the Great Adcorp Media Group in Irvington and Strategy The project, which consolidates all aspects of field, new bleachers and re-surfaced fields; and Depression, founder Arthur Ratsikas ensured that Leaders, Inc., in Chappaqua tied for the 5- to 25- the school’s Briarcliff campus to the Pleasantville relocation and enhancement of the Environmen- all his employees were kept working, as he knew year award. campus, will help attract the brightest students tal Center. they had families to support. Another slowdown in A.G. Williams Painting Company is located from around the globe, revitalize the local econ- The Pleasantville Project will strive to use growth motivated Arthur’s eldest son, George, to at 411 Pelham Ave., Pelham, and can be reached omy, and transform education in Westchester at building materials or products that have been ex- relocate the company to Pelham in the early 1960s at 800-227-1906; or West Putnam Ave., Suite 400, no extra cost to taxpayers, according to Astorino. tracted as well as manufactured, within 500 miles to take advantage of growth opportunities. Greenwich, and 203-618-0058. For more informa- This project will create 600 high-wage construc- of the project site, and closer where possible, Today, under the direction of George’s two tion, visit www.agwilliamspainting.com. tion jobs and strive to source building materials thereby supporting the regional economy and re- from local businesses, he said. ducing the environmental impacts resulting from “Pace’s renovation is exactly the kind of proj- transportation. ect the LDC was created to support,” said West- “Making an investment in our universities is chester County Executive Robert P. Astorino. “It’s making an investment in our future,” said LDC Village Lutheran Church a win for everyone. At no cost to taxpayers, we’re Chairman Stephen Hunt. “We are preparing our able to help one of our great educational institu- young people today for the jobs of tomorrow. Vicar ‘Delivers God’s Love’ tions broaden its reach and do what it does best.” This is exactly what government should be doing Pace is the county’s largest university and – partnering with our institutions to provide what contributes approximately $64 million to the lo- our businesses need most and that’s intellectual cal economy through direct and indirect spending. capital.” The county’s 13th largest employer, 75 percent of The board also voted to give Kendal on the its employees and more than 20,000 of its alumni Hudson, a continuing care retirement community live in the county. in Sleepy Hollow, $18 million in tax-exempt bond “This project will transform the Pace student financing to support the renovation of its health experience,” said Bill McGrath, senior vice presi- center. dent and chief operating officer for Pace West- With the Pace Pleasantville and Kendal on chester. “It will enable the University to continue the Hudson projects, the LDC will have leveraged to attract and retain excellent students and prepare $429 million in investments to Westchester non- them for successful careers in a highly competi- profits helping six of the county’s largest hospi- tive market. We could not have done this as quick- tals and universities reduce their financing costs, ly and at such a low cost without the Westchester expand their facilities and create more than 1400 LDC.” new jobs. The first stage of the project broke ground in Astorino established the county LDC in the fall of 2013, and multiple components of the April 2013 to fill a void that had existed since Jan- construction and renovation will happen concur- uary 2008, when the state’s Industrial Develop- rently and be completed by the end of 2016. ment Agencies, including Westchester’s, lost the Before the LDC board voted to approve this authority to issue bonds on behalf of non-profit Village Lutheran Church’s Vicar Morris Mayer with KLove Christian Radio personalities Scott signature project, McGrath shared the details organizations. and Kelli. of the plan, which include construction of two, Any non-profit organization looking to ac- Village Lutheran Church’s Vicar Morris thing from HIV to terminal cancer. four-story residence halls with a total of 760 beds cess the low-cost and tax-exempt project financ- Mayer joined local Christian Radio personalities “I was amazed to learn how many meals are and approximately 221,00 square feet; incorpo- ing made available through the LDC should Jan. 25 in serving at a Brooklyn soup kitchen. The delivered each day,” said Mayer. ration of “living learning” style communities contact Executive Director Jim Coleman at 914- opportunity to serve alongside Scott and Kelli of The organization also provides illness-spe- with residential suites, faculty apartments, food 995-2963 or [email protected]. KLove radio along with a group of six volunteers cific nutrition education and counseling to their was won, after Mayer entered an on-air contest. clients, and all of the services are provided by the The Rev. Dr. Robert Hartwell, senior pastor organization free of charge. of the Village Lutheran Church, was excited for When asked about their time spent volun- Groom Spot Providing his fellow clergyman’s opportunity. “Christian teering, Scott and Kelli stated: “It was an honor radio is a wonderful way to stay immersed in the to work side-by-side with the folks from God’s message of God’s love each week,” he said. “We Love We Deliver.” They live out “little things Cavity Protection for Pets were excited and proud to see Vicar Mayer work- don’t mean a lot. Little things mean everything,” said Julie Zwisdak, co-owner of Groom ing with K-Love, as they also seek to serve in the and according to their website, more than 12 mil- Spot. “We want them leaving our salon local community.” lion meals of “God’s Love” have been delivered. not only looking their best, but feeling The group volunteered at “God’s Love We “God’s Love We Deliver” is a non-sectarian their best.” Deliver” from 1 to 4 p.m. The day started with an organization that is assisted by nearly 8,000 vol- It is important to get your dog in a information session about the organization and a unteers each year. “They do this, at dawn and at routine and comfortable with teeth brush- video on kitchen safety. dusk, in the bitter cold and the sweltering heat; ing from an early age. “Even though your “The mission of God’s Love We Deliver giving the gift of their hearts and their time to new puppy may have baby teeth, you is to improve the health and well-being of men, deliver 4,000 meals each weekday, to clients in want to introduce them to the brush so women and children living with HIV/AIDS, all five boroughs and New Jersey,” according to over time they view it as a fun, special cancer and other serious illnesses by alleviating www.glwd.org. “No one has ever been turned treat,” said Larry Van Nostrand, co-own- hunger and malnutrition,” said a spokesperson away for any reason.” er of Groom Spot. for the organization. While there, they wrapped Village Lutheran Church is located on State Visitors to the salon are often greet- hundreds of fresh rolls and helped package high- Route 22 in the Village of Bronxville, directly ed by Groom Spot’s “mascot” Maeby. quality meals. across the street from Concordia College. For This rescue dog was adopted by Julie The meals were then delivered to people more information about Village Lutheran Church and Larry and can often been seen “hard who, due to illness, are unable to provide or pre- and The Chapel School and its programs, call at work” at Groom Spot. “We brush her pare a meal for themselves. The meals lessen the 914-337-3202 or visit www.VLC-NY.org or teeth once a week,” explained Zwisdak. burden for those who are suffering with every- www.thechapelschool.org. “Dental health problems are ex- tremely common, and many are very painful and can lead to serious systemic broadcast television without static and picture in- conditions,” said Aspros. “I remind pet This, Too, terruptions? I don’t think it was my new television! owners that an untreated dental infection Continued from Page 2 Wow! can spread to the heart, kidneys and other Happy 10th anniversary to Facebook. It cer- organs, and suddenly become life threat- kers City School District. I don’t think “missing” tainly has changed our lives, and allowed us to ening.” is the correct word. Taxpayers need to know who re-acquaint with those from our past and stay con- During the month of February, told the Board of Education to include the money nected to those we love. Groom Spot is offering a teeth-brushing in its budget. As the city doesn’t “print” money like The Good Neighbor Award this week goes to It is a task that is always included in your special, and each treatment includes a the federal government does, how this expenditure Beck Chevrolet on Central Avenue and Yonkers morning routine, but is often overlooked when good brushing and breath freshener. “That odor could have taken place without anyone at City Hall Avenue for clearing the snow from the bus stops in it comes to your pet – teeth brushing – so Febru- might signify a serious health risk, with the poten- or in the state comptroller’s office knowing bog- front on their business. ary has been designated the time to start thinking tial to damage not only your pet’s teeth and gums gles my mind. On Monday during the snowstorm I drove about your pet’s dental health. but its internal organs as well,” according to www. Don’t laugh at the idea of the MTA eliminat- down Rumsey Road, onto the Saw Mill North, Local grooming salon Groom Spot is cel- avma.org. “Our teeth-brushing package is de- ing trash cans at train stations…visit London, my up Executive Boulevard, North Broadway to near ebrating National Pet Dental Health Month by of- signed to help remove plaque and tartar. Our ser- friends. London subways, or the “Tube,” as it is St. John’s Hospital, back down North Broadway, fering packages that focus on dental health. “Good vices are here to supplement your home routine.” called, eliminated trash cans several years ago and down Executive Boulevard, Saw Mill South to pet owners are concerned about their pets’ health The salon is currently open and booking ap- train stations are noticeably cleaner. Cross County East to the New York State Thruway and are careful to keep their vaccinations up to pointments. Dog owners can rest assured that their My fellow journalists at NY 1 complain that North to Ridge Hill. Kudos to our Public Works date, but may forget about the importance of oral beloved pooches will be in good hands, as the sa- their reporter gets threatened by a congressman but crews for a job well done! health,” said Dr. Douglas Aspros, president of the lon owners have been grooming full-time since fail to press charges against him – and this is not Reach Eric Schoen at thistooisyonkers@aol. AVMA. “Great owners know this is a big mistake, 2007 and are concerned with providing a safe and the first time this congressman and NY 1 have got- com or follow him on Twitter @ericyonkers. Catch as periodontal disease is the most common health comforting environment. ten into a tussle! the Westchester Rising Radio show featuring Dan problem that veterinarians find in pets.” For more information, visit www.groomspot. We can send a man to the moon. Why can’t Murphy and Eric Schoen on Thursdays at 10 a.m. “We love all dogs, every shape and size, and com. To schedule a grooming appointment, call we have a live event such as the Super Bowl on on WVOX 1460 on the A.M. dial. want them to have a great grooming experience,” 914-826-5240. PAGE 10 - SOUNDVIEW RISING - FRIDAy, FEbRUARy 14, 2014 Siberian National Dance Company Coming to Westchester

Westchester Community College will present the Krasnoyarsk Dance Company of Siberia on Feb. 15.

Direct from Krasnoyarsk, Russia, the Na- tional Dance Company of Siberia brings its new program “My Siberia” to the Valhalla campus at Westchester Community College on Saturday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. in the Academic Arts Theatre. This is the second featured event in the “New World Voyager Series.” From the foothills of the Sayan Mountains to the icy Kara Sea, this internationally-acclaimed troupe has been inspired to reveal the spiritual heritage of Siberian culture through folk chore- ography that is innovative and praiseworthy, glo- rifying a cultural legacy by combining balletic beauty and athletic prowess. The treasures of folk and character dance, mixed with modern choreo- graphed elements, stir the passion and elevate the imagination. This company is under the direction of Vladimir Moiseyev, a member of one of the most distinguished choreographic families in Russia; he is the grandson of the renowned Igor Moi- seyev, a pioneer of elevating Russian folkdance and character dance to an art form par excellence. This is a not-to-be-missed feast for the sens- es. From the fi rst days of its creation (The en- Photos by Krasnoyarsk Dance Company of Siberia. semble was formed in 1960), the dance group has been the pride of its country. During the last 50 years, the ensemble has been on tour to more than 70 countries in all the continents of the world. It has enjoyed wide popularity, due to its original, distinguished choreography and high profession- alism of the dancers. The National Dance Company of Siberia will be making its fi rst appearance in America since its triumphant tour back in 2003. Single tickets for Krasnoyarsk National 260 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10701 Dance Company of Siberia are $26 general ad- mission, $24 for students/seniors/staff, and $18 914-476-5070 Ext. 13 for children younger than 13. Tickets can either Visit our website at www.charterschoolofeducationalexcellence.org be purchased in advance by mailing a check, or paying by cash at the box offi ce 30 minutes be- fore the scheduled performance time. For online credit card purchases, visit www.sunywcc.edu/ SmartArts. For more information, call the Offi ce of Cul- tural Affairs at 914-606-6262.

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