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A VICTORIAN FOR TODAY $995,000 This true Victorian, a “Painted Lady”, has been redesigned and reconfigured so that, while maintaining all of it original architectural appeal, it works perfectly for today’s lifestyle. It features two formal front parlors and an expansive open family room/ kitchen across the back. There are 6 bedroom, 4 baths and it is set on nearly half an acre. 207 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, NY 10803 www.mcclellansir.com [email protected] 914-738-5150 shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 3 Four Corners Safety and Health Insurance Board Approves 101 IMA Approved at Manor BOT Meeting Wolfs Lane Development BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN Mayor Jennifer Monachi- no Lapey began the October 22 Although Mayor Michael Village of Pelham Manor Board Volpe announced at the Tues- of Trustees Meeting, thanking day, October 23rd Village of the Administration, Police Chief Pelham Board of Trustees Jeffrey Carpenter and Detective meeting that the Industrial Jason Carroll, “for spearheading Development Agency (IDA) and implementing the Crossing requested a Hearing regard- Safety Program at Four Corners. ing the 101 Wolf’s Lane Devel- It was a wonderful opportunity opment’s obligations under for our residents and Police De- applicable tax laws, the Board partment to interact.” Front Row, left to right: Trustee Dr. Louis Annunziata, DDS; Mayor Jennifer approved the Development. In the Department of Public Monaschino Lapey; Trustee Matthew T. McLaughlin. Rear, left to right: Village Pel Park LLC will pay the Works report, Village Manager Attorney Albert W. Cornachio; Trustees Breda Bennett; Joseph Senerchia. Village $750,000 over 15 years John T. Pierpont mentioned that for tenant access to Parking much of the pavement striping the Village Manager to sign an initiating a Civil Practice Law and Garage through Village prop- Catherine G. Rapfogel, CPA, Manager, PKF O’Connor Davies; (left) will be done in thermal plastic Intermunicipal Agreement (IMA) Rules Article 78 action on October erty and install utilities. and Robert A. Daniele, Partner. which lasts longer than paint. with Municipal Employees Ben- 25th against the Village of Pelham Earlier, Tom White, Co- VOP’s web page and MYVOP from 50%. SAB believes that a “Every year we try to do 1/5 efits Consortium, encompassing Manor to “show cause” regarding Chair, Pelham Sustainability App. Cost for this information shift of 5% of total waste from of the Manor, regarding cleaning Eastchester; Mount Kisco; New the rejection of their petition, Advisory Board (SAB) rec- and technological support is disposal to recycling would of the sewer system after com- Castle; and North Salem Central stating a request to change the ommended that the Board of estimated to be $2,000 per save $8,000 per year. pleting the Sanitary Sewer Eval- School District. date of the general Village of Pel- Trustees sign up for Sustain- year. Next, Dan Welsh, Pro- uation Study. Videotaping can Original Third-Party Ad- ham Manor election from March able Westchester Recollect The Sustainable West- gram Director, Westchester catch problems early. There was ministrator was POMCO, who to November. Website/App Integration, of- chester database will provide Power (WP), a Sustainable a bid of $74,500. Our Engineer was bought by United Healthcare. The petition had been re- fering the Village a technolog- information on how to recycle Westchester Program (SWP) Dolph Rotfeld vets the bids. The There also was an agreement to jected because of invalid signa- ically supported integration or dispose of 500+ key items. discussed SWP’s synergy and winning bid went to Fred Cook,” purchase “stop-loss” insurance. tures and initial failure to con- of management information The goal is to increase West- ongoing initiative, including Pierpont stated. Mayor Lapey mentioned secutively number the petition from a central point to the chester’s overall recycling rate continued on page 5 Next, the Board approved that several residents would be continued on page 13

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Attorney Advertising 4 • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • The Pelham Post thepelhampost.com Pelham Civics Host Senior Citizen Luncheon BY JOE NUNZIATA last, but not least, the elderly. Pelham Civic Members there were even pumpkin cen- So on Monday afternoon, Oc- Tim Case and Harry Wasilchak terpieces that the Seniors got Since 1939, the Pelham tober 29th, over sixty senior organized the festive event, to take home. Several Pelham Civic Association has been citizens of Pelham were treat- complete with a full lunch Civic members were on hand dedicated to volunteering ed to a wonderful, fun-filled spread and Halloween cook- to serve lunch including Shom their time to assist the youth, Halloween-theme luncheon at ies for dessert. The Daronco Bhattacharya, Marty Con- the needy, the mentally and the Daronco Town House in Town House was filled with sidine, Dr. John Pacia, Todd physically challenged, and Pelham. Halloween decorations. And Cross, Harry Wasilchak and Tim Case. A special thanks to Georgette Pacia and Marlene Maurice Owen-Michaane Elected to Board of Wasilchak for helping, as well. To find out more about Directors of Hudson Gateway Association of the Pelham Civic programs, Realtors & Multiple Listings Board projects and events, visit www. pelhamcivics.org Thank you. Photo by Todd Cross Pelham resident, Maurice Owen-Michaane, Broker/Own- er of Capital Realty NY, LLC, was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors Wartburg Board Chair Honored through 2020. In addition, Owen-Michaane was re-elected to Wartburg’s Chairman of the Home Operations Board the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors Multiple Listings of Directors, Rev. Amandus J. Derr, was recently named a Board for 2019. Elections for Officers & Directors occurred at Trustee of the Year by LeadingAge NY, an association of 5,600 the Annual Meeting of the Association on October 29. not-for-profit organizations dedicated to advancing policies, Owen-Michaane focuses on residential real estate in both promoting practices and conducting research that supports, Westchester and New York City, and recently closed on sever- enables and empowers people to live fully as they age. A board al record setting transactions in Pelham, including at 407 2nd member since 2008, Rev. Derr began his career mowing the Ave, 572 Manor Lane, & 117 Nyac – where he represented the law at Wartburg as a seminary student. Fast forward 40 years Sellers. In addition, his most recent listing at 407 3rd Ave, just went into contract for a record price and he is now Chairman of the Board and actively involved in per square foot for the Hutchinson Elementary school zone for a property of its size. all Board committees and the implementation of Wartburg’s Owen-Michaane holds a B.A. in government from Hamilton College and an M.B.A. in finance strategic vision. from Baruch College. He operates his own real estate firm, Capital Realty NY. “The Trustee of the Year Award recognizes those unique Owen-Michaane also serves on Pelham Manor Zoning Board, the Site-Based Council at Siwa- volunteer leaders who make significant contributions to the noy School, the Citizen’s Nomination Committee, and is active member of the Siwanoy School PTA. betterment of the senior care and service organization in Additionally, Maurice proudly serves as a Den Leader for his oldest son’s Tiger Cub Scouts at Siwa- which they serve and to the greater community,” said David noy Elementary. He is also a member of the Friends of Pelham Library Committee and the Pelham Gentner, Wartburg’s President and CEO. “I can think of no one Jewish Center. He and his husband, Michael Owen-Michaane, M.D., are the proud parents of three more fitting to be honored in such a way.” young children. Left to right: Wartburg’s Chairman of the Rev. Derr is the Senior Pastor of St. Peter’s Lutheran Home Operations Board of Directors, Rev. Church in New York City. A thriving community of committed Amandus J. Derr and Jim Clyne, President staff, volunteers and parishioners, St. Peter’s offers a weekly & CEO of LeadingAge New York soup kitchen, an active senior center, a robust art and jazz program and holds support groups for those recovering from addiction or living with diseases such as Aphasia. “I serve on the Wartburg Board because Wartburg, its Board members and its staff, function with the same values of justice, compassion and equal treatment for all, that I believe, teach and preach as a pastor in Christ’s Church. Wartburg embodies Christ’s mission in the world for the people we serve,” said Pastor Derr. Rev. Derr is often seen on Wartburg’s campus visiting residents, providing comfort and spiri- tual care-always with a ready smile and kind word. Wartburg congratulates Rev. Derr on this distinguished honor and thanks him for his dedication to ensuring that all those entrusted to Wartburg’s care live their best life. PMPD Detective Sergeant Completes Homicide Seminar Pelham Manor Police Detective Sergeant Greg Sancho recently completed the 31st Annual Colonel Henry F. Williams Homicide Seminar in Albany. This seminar began in 1987 and was the vision of the late Colonel Henry F. Williams, who imagined a seminar that would provide those investigators and Detectives, assigned to investigate homicides, with the finest and most up-to-date training available. The instruction is provided by some of the most recognized experts in the field. In addition, Colonel Williams wanted those in attendance to have the opportunity to network with investigators assigned to agencies from around the world in order to create a multi-agency resource of investigators known as “Williams Associates”. At- tendees have the unique opportunity to network with fellow participants and course presenters during evening hours and at special events. At the end of the seminar, all participants received an electronic directory of “Williams Associ- ates”, a valuable resource that has proven to be highly successful in establishing cooperation during multi-jurisdictional investigations. To date, there are over 4,850 Williams Associates spanning 48 US states and 28 foreign countries located on six continents. shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 5 Recent Rotary Scholars of the Month Board Approves 101 Wolfs Lane Development continued from page 3 Rotary Club of the Pelham’s honored PMHS National Merit WP’s Community Choice Ag- $14,129,152 was saved and renewable), 7.71 cents/kWh, Semifinalists Elise Aronson and gregation (CCA); Community 339,524 metric tons of CO2 0.25 cents/kWh less. Richard Che as Scholars of the Solar, Solarize; Clean Trans- avoided. Annual savings, $119/ Robert A. Daniele, Part- Month recently. portation (Electric Vehicles); yr. Residential; $16/yr. Com- ner and Catherine A. Rap- Elise Aronson, a senior, is a HeatSmart Westchester, a mercial. fogel, CPA, PKF O’Connor member of the PMHS chapter of the home heating program, plus Constellation, the cur- Davies reported that the National Honor Society and the En- community recycling and com- rent supplier’s new contract Village received an Unmod- glish, Math, Science, Social Studies post. rates are 7.96 cents/kWh, ified Clean Opinion on May and World Language Honor Societ- Welsh said that the mu- Residential and Commercial 31, with no evidence of fraud, ies. On the National Latin Exam, she nicipality picks the default Green, lower rates than Con despite the fact that the Bud- achieved a summa cum laude gold Green supplier and residents Ed 2015 average. Constella- get jumped from $186,948 medal and a maxima cum laude are automatically enrolled, tion’s Green Supply is 100% to $952,002, due to a Patrol- silver medal. She also was a silver unless they choose to opt out hydropower for two years. men’s Benevolent League medalist on the National French without entry or exit fees. Residential and Commercial, (PBA) Award and emergency Exam. Since its beginning in 2016, (fossil fuels, nuclear and some parking lot repair. Aronson’s extracurricular activities include Dance Captain Left to right: Rotary President Lyn Jacobs, Scholars of the Month Elise of Sock’n’Buskin productions, A Aronson and Richard Che, and PMHS Principal Jeannine Clark Update on Prospect Hill Addition, HS/MS Cappella “Acapelicans” (founding member), and Young Playwrights Festival actor/director/dancer. She plays for the volleyball team, assists the Renovation, & Hutchinson Sustainability Pelham Middle School drama program, and volunteers in Peer Tutoring and Pelham Library activities for children. Russell Davidson of marking to a LEED silver provides the potential to cre- Richard Che has been a member of the Science Olympiad, Model United Nations, Military History Club KG&D Architects updated the stand-ard was the most bal- ate an additional classroom and PMHS Band all four years of his high school career. He medaled regionally in the Science Olympiad Com- Board of Education on October anced approach for the new and conference room should petition. 23 on three key components building. This would provide the budget allow. The plan Che has played trumpet since 4th grade, likes running and has been a member of the Track & Field team. of bond implementation, in- significant energy, environ- also includes renovations to Rotary Club of the Pelham’s awards a $10,000 scholarship to a graduating PMHS senior annually. cluding environmental/sus- mental, and sustainability fea- the existing bathrooms and tainability options for the new tures to the school, while pre- installation of an interior lift to Hutchinson School, the addi- serving funding to ensure that provide ADA access to the gym. tion at Prospect Hill, and ren- the new Hutchinson School While the upper stories Pelham Women’s Club ovations at the high school and provides the forward-thinking of the addition are considered middle school. educational program neces- additional scope that was not sary for students. To ensure in the original proposal, the Hutchinson Environmental/ that the design is in line with Board will work closely with Luncheon Sustainability the rigorous guidelines for the architect and construction The continued discussion LEED silver, the District will manager to monitor the proj- about environmental sustain- need to hire an independent ect and ensure that all projects ability focused on different op- third-party consultant to as- included in the bond remain tions for Hutchinson School, sist with the process. within the approved budget. including whether the District “I think benchmarking should seek a formal certi- to a LEED silver standard is an HS/MS Renovations fication for environmental appropriate goal,” said Board Plans to create a ded- sustainability or benchmark President Sue Bratone Childs. icated orchestra rehearsal against specific criteria. Mr. “From the beginning, creating space at PMHS and provide Davidson explained that both an environmentally-friendly six addi-tional classrooms are options, specifically with pur- school that is sustainable has also progressing. The current suing various levels of LEED been a priority for this Board. schematic calls for two middle certification, would include It is also our job as stewards school art classrooms in the additional costs resulting of the District’s assets to make PMHS annex to be converted from various additional con- sure that we are spending mon- into an orchestra room. Those sulting fees, energy modeling, ey efficiently and in a manner art rooms would move to cur- and building commissioning. that best supports the educa- rent high school art rooms that However the benchmarking tional program of the District. are close to the middle school option would cost significantly I believe this is a balanced ap- and the high school art rooms less than a formal certification proach that will ultimately be would move to the the space process. of immense benefit to the stu- currently occupied by the The Board also discussed dents and community.” special/education/curriculum On November 15 from 12:30 to 3pm, the Pelham Women’s Club will hold a fundraiser to benefit different levels of LEED cer- offices on the ground floor of their scholarship fund at the Daronco Townhouse, Fifth Avenue featuring many beautiful baskets tification, with Mr. Davidson Prospect Hill Addition the high school. Six new class- that will be raffled off and entertainment from Mike Pace and His Orchestra of One. $10 admission. noting that the current design The District is currently rooms would be created where Coffee and dessert will be served. For more information, contact Pat Reynolds at 738-5821. of the building would qualify moving forward with a sche- the Superintendent’s Suite and as a “LEED certified equiva- matic design for Prospect Hill Business Office are currently lent building.” He said that that includes a three-story located. Pelham Civic 2018 Raffle Prize Winners the LEED silver benchmark addition off the south side of was obtainable with changes the current main entrance. Sincerely, The Winners of the Pelham Civic Association’s 2018 Fundraising Raffle Prizes are as follows: to the design and additional This addition would include Pelham Board of Education Grand Prize Winner of the $100 Raffle for $10,000 is Mark O’Keefe of Pelham. research and that while LEED an ADA accessible entrance, ([email protected]) gold is feasible, it would entail double-door security vesti- Sue Bratone Childs, President Winners of the $5 Raffle: Lexi Russello, Pelham ($1,000); Joe Lifrieri, Pelham (TV); Dan McGov- additional design and costs on bule, and five-stop elevator Jessica DeDomenico, V.P. ern, Pelham ($500 Gas Card); Ann Loughran, Pelham (Golf Outing); and Katy Garry, Pelham the front end, and also sub- accessing all three levels of the John Brice (Dining in Pelham). stantially increase the cost of building, as well as the library. Peter S. Liaskos Stay tuned for the next issue of The Pelham Post for a re-cap of the exciting event by construction. This design, which should tie- Vincent Mazzaro Joe Nunziata, and photos. Following a discussion, in seamlessly with the existing Eileen Miller the Board decided that bench- architecture of the building, Jessica R. Young 6 • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • The Pelham Post thepelhampost.com UPCOMING NOVEMBER The following free programs will be held at St. Paul’s Church Na- 6 special events in tional Historic Site, 897 South Columbus Avenue, Mt. Vernon: No- Election Day---VOTE vember 10 at 1pm – Veterans Day Commemoration observing the centennial of Armistice Day, 1918; November 17 at 1pm – Author 11 and historian William Hogeland talks about the Whiskey Rebel- Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Road, Valhal- November lion based on his book; and November 24 at 1pm -- Daniel Conant la presents the 33rd Annual President’s Forum, “Where are We and colleague perform an hour of music for classical guitar, in- Now?” featuring a distinguished panel of politicians, journalist, cluding seasonal selections. For complete details, call 667-4116 or historians and other intellectuals presenting a balanced discus- Ongoing visit nps.gov/sapa sion on a current topic. The event will begin with a limited pre- event luncheon at noon and the panel discussion will run from SAVE THE DATES: Our Lady of Perpetual Help-St. Catharine’s will 2:30 to 4:30pm. A reception will follow from 4:30 to 5:30pm. The hold its annual Christmas Boutique & Wreath Sale on Saturday, moderator will be Brian Lehrer. For tickets visit sunywcc.edu/ Dec. 1 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2 from 8:30 presidentsforum or call 606-6558 with questions. a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In addition to fresh wreaths, the boutique will feature a silent auction, raffles, new items, religious items, Christ- At 3pm, the New Rochelle Opera presents, Divas vs. Divos, a battle mas decorations, and home-cooked foods. Photos with Santa will of the sexes in an operatic fireworks display of the world’s most be taken Dec. 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be popular arias and duets featuring Mithra Mastropierro, Christo- held in Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, which is located at 575 pher Trapani, Edith Dowd, Wayne Hu, Brian Holman and Camille Lasdon Park Fowler Ave. in Pelham Manor. Coppola at the Christopher Murphy Auditorium, Iona College, Dinosaur Garden North Avenue, New Rochelle. For tickets, visit nropera.org or call General Park Hours: Open 7 days – 8 – 4pm The Hudson River Audubon Society will hold the following field 1-800-838-3006. For further information, call 576-1617 or 576- Lasdon Park & Arboretum, 2610 NY-35, Katonah trips: November 3 – Jones Beach: Meet at the Coast Guard Station 0365. Footprints, plant specimens and life-sized replicas of a Tyranno- in West End II at 8am to search for rare birds or western stray saurus, Velociraptor and more are just some of the features and birds; December 8 – Pelham Bay Park: Meet in the far left cor- 13 visitors scan the “Zap Codes” placed throughout the stages of ner of the large parking lot at 8am to search the woods for Fox At 7:30pm, the Junior League of Pelham will hold its Annual Com- the garden, they are instantly transported back in time Sparrows and the sound for wintering waterfowl and December munity Leaders’ Roundtable at The Manor Club. The theme is, 23 – Bronx-Westchester Christmas Bird Count: compile a census “Communicating with Your Community,” featuring Clay Bushong of birds in the area in this 90th years of the count. No particular and Amy Cole from the Pelham Chamber of Commerce and the meeting place. Different groups of volunteers start at various lo- JLP will share how their Love Pelham project fits in this plan. For Reserve one of 6 cations and canvas for area birds. To join a group and learn more, more information about the JLP Community Affairs Roundtable call Michael Bochnik at 237-9331 or visit hras.org or the Community Grants Program, please contact Abby Balafas Special Event Boxes and Amanda Stano, JLP Community Affairs Co-Chairs, at publi- in the next issue of one or more Pelham Memorial High School’s Sock’n’Buskin presents the pro- [email protected]. duction of Neil Simon’s “Brighton Beach Memoirs” at the PMHS papers (Harrison Herald, Auditorium November 16 and November 17 at 7:30pm with a mat- 15 inee on November 18 at 2pm. Email [email protected] for infor- From 6 to 9pm, Bayside Travel will hold their Annual Travel Showcase at Larchmont Ledger, New Rochelle mation and reservations. the Pelham Country Club, Pelham. RSVP to [email protected]

Review, The Pelham Post & SAVE THE DATE: Huguenot Memorial Church’s Annual Charita- 15 ble Christmas Tree Sale and Alternative Christmas Market will be At 7:30pm, the OSilas Gallery, 171 White Plains Road, Bronxville pres- The Bronxville Bulletin) and Saturday, December 1 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at Boston Post ents former United Nations photojournalist and author John Isaac dis- have your event get noticed! Road and Pelhamdale Avenue. For sale: Fraser fir trees in all sizes, cussing his 30-year odyssey working for the United Nations. Isaac will decorated and undecorated wreaths, poinsettias, swag, and pine talk about his experiences travelling the world with the UN and some of roping. Visit with Santa in the library and shop the Alternative the difficult situations he confronted as a UN photographer, including Christmas Market for handmade gifts and fair trade coffee and his effort to preserve the dignity of the vulnerable and suffering people Call 914-738-7869 to find out chocolate. Free doughnuts, hot chocolate and coffee at the sale! found at the center of the many UN missions he was sent to photograph. All proceeds go to Hope Community Services in New Rochelle, This presentation will be illustrated with photographs taken over Mr. the rate and reserve your spot CSA Soup Kitchen in Mount Vernon, and student mission trips Isaac’s long career with the United Nations. Currently on view in OSilas (credit cards, checks, and cash accepted). Come catch the holiday Gallery, Our Rights, Our Freedoms, Always: Celebrating Human Rights in the next issue. spirit and help support these local causes. 901 Pelhamdale Ave. Through the Camera Lens, a photojournalism exhibition curated by Phone: (914) 738-3488 Maria Mann of the European Photopress Agency in collaboration with the United Nations Human Rights Office. Visit osilasgallery.org to pur- It's that easy! Collectibles & Artisan Boutique, Pelham Art Center’s annual ar- chase tickets. tisan and craft show, highlights a dynamic collection of quality, affordable handmade items for sale, from Friday, November 9 18 through Saturday, December 22nd with a final sale day on Sat- As part of its advocacy for refugees, Hearts and Homes for Refugees is DATE urday December 29th, 2018. Skilled artisans will be showcasing; co-hosting a showing of The Interpreters, a film about the Afghan and ceramics, silver works, jewelry; glass, leather, and more. Artisan Iraqi men who support U.S. troops overseas. The Interpreters follows Boutique will feature 25 local and national artists who represent the harrowing stories of Iraqi and Afghan interpreters as they risk a range of traditional and modified artisan techniques, creating their lives for working with U.S. troops and coalition forces during the one-of-a-kind items. The Pelham Art Center members will re- wars. Now they are struggling to reach safety and rebuild their lives in photo ceive a 10% discount on all Artisan Boutique gallery sales during a the aftermath of war. Though many interpreters who worked with the special Members’ Holiday Sale, December 3-8. Opening reception United States are eligible to receive the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) on November 9 from 6 to 8pm. 155 Fifth Avenue, Pelham. Visit pel- and start a new life in the states, they currently remain in harm’s way. hamartcenter.org for details. As of March 31, 2018, 11,640 Afghan applicants and 12,067 of their family members were still waiting, with less than 4,000 visas available. Those Name of Event The Brother John. G. Driscoll Professorship in Jewish-Catholic Studies who remain risk imminent threat from militants and extremists often Date and time of event will hold the following: November 7 at 7pm – The Mecca Tales, a play by forced to either hide or flee their homes. The screening will be preced- Location Rohina Malik in the Murphy Auditorium at Iona College, and November ed by a reception and followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers Andres Description of event 12 at 7:30pm – Kristallnacht Commemoration: We Are in This World to do Caballero and Sofian Khan, along with other special guests from veter- Contact information Good – Ethics During and After the Holocaust with Dr. John K. Roth in the ans’ groups and those who participated in missions. Reception: 6:30pm, Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall at Iona College, located at 715 North Film: 7:30pm at the Pelham Picture House, 175 Wolfs Lane, Pelham. Vis- Avenue, New Rochelle. For more information, call 637-2744 or email epro- it thepicturehouse.org for additional information and tickets. [email protected] shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 7

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Elliman gives me a unique opportunity to in 1975 to stimulate and encourage the study

expand my sphere of influence within lower and presentation of the performing and fine Westchester and beyond. Thanks to Douglas Pelham Art Center Director Charlotte Moutwuin with Bridget arts; for 40 years NRCA has worked to fulfill Elliman’s unparalleled marketing“ tools and Bettke, Carolyn Antoine, Alejandra Hernandez and Anki King that mission by sponsoring art exhibitions, theatrical productions, dance recitals, film exceptional real estate professionals, I am The evening was emceed by TV and screen ac- screenings, lectures, and concert series. In addi- able to offer the best services to my clients for tor Chance Kelly (American Sniper, Generation Kill, tion, NRCA has sponsored public art – like the new all their real estate needs. Aquarius, House of Cards—and next season Ray Don- Pop-Up Libraries -- and created ArtsFest, while ovan) and featured a special performance by rising helping to build relationships between the arts, star Jordan Cole (currently appearing on Broadway in the business community and city government. The School of Rock) as well as cocktails, a buffet dinner, a NRCA website www.newrochellearts.org has be- silent auction and dancing to DJ Ryan Vandal. Decor come major resource for artists and art lovers – the Licensed Real Estate Salesperson chairs Margaret Chadwick and Selena Evans delight- “go-to” place for information about the arts. Mem- 26 Popham Road, Scarsdale, NY ed guests with a photo quiz about famous New Ro- bership in NRCA is open to artists and non-artists O: 914.723.6800 | M: 914.319.8434 chelle artists; County Clerk Tim Idoni, former Mayor alike, with members receiving special discounts of New Rochelle, and Linda Kelly Fauci, former Super- [email protected] and invitations to networking events and studio intendent of Schools, had perfect scores. tours. For more information visit NRCA on the web New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson was on at www.newrochellearts.org. elliman.com hand to bring greetings from the City and to praise NRCA’s programs are made possible, in part, by the importance of art in the community. Among the ArtsWestchester with funds from Westchester Coun- attendees were New York State Assembly Member 2018 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY. 101 KING STREET, CHAPPAQUA, NY 10514. 914.238.3988 * SWANEPOEL MEGA 1000 BY T3 SIXTY ty Government, the City of New Rochelle, and the sup- Amy Paulin, Westchester County Clerk Tim Idoni, port and participation of NRCA’s membership. shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 9 DeCicco & Sons Announces Elimination of Single-Use Plastic Bags from All Stores Tastings 14 Fundraiser DeCicco & Sons, operators of a growing chain of family-owned super- Enjoyed by All markets, has announced the latest step in their continuing commitment to en- On October vironmental stewardship. The compa- 14, at the Pelham ny will fully eliminate single-use plastic Country Club, the bags in all seven of their stores. Rotary Club of “We’ve decided to take this step the Pelham’s held because we take very seriously the role a very successful that we have within our communities, fundraiser (Tast- and the responsibility we have to be ings 14) as they hon- good corporate citizens,” shared John ored three exem- DeCicco Jr., CEO of the DeCicco & Sons plary volunteers: chain. He went on to say, “Over the last Clayton Bushong, several years, we’ve undertaken quite Josephine Catala- a number of environmental initiatives, no, and Syd Thayer. we think that being environmentally Over 150 at- conscious is not just smart business, but that it’s an ethical imperative.” tendees enjoyed DeCicco & Sons has introduced a wide range of green initiatives in their stores, among them; the use of an exciting after- highly efficient LED lighting, installation of rooftop solar panels, the use of natural refrigerants, the installa- noon of wine, food Left to right: Lyn Roth-Jacobs, Clay Bushong, Josephine Catalano, Syd Thayer, Assembly- tion of doors on refrigerated cases and implementing advanced environmental controls in the stores. DeCicco and music. Much woman Amy Paulin and Betty Bucher & Sons’ dedication to environmental responsibility has received recognition and accolades, including a Plat- appreciation goes inum GreenChill certification, the U.S. EPA’s highest sustainability award for food retailers, a pending LEED out to Andy Johnson of Blue Dog Wines & Spirits, The Phillip James Orchestra, and 18 impeccable certification for the Larchmont location, and a 2018 Westchester County Eco Award, among many others. restaurants who donated plentiful samples of their unique cuisine. “As the stores eliminate single-use plastic bags, we’ll continue to have paper bags available for the conve- The three honorees graciously accepted their awards and were the highlight of the event. As- nience of our customers, but we’ll be encouraging people to use durable, reusable shopping bags,” said com- semblywoman Amy Paulin also presented each honoree with a special citation. pany V.P. Christopher DeCicco. Customers that return to the store with their own bags will receive a credit on The Rotary Club of the Pelham’s thanks everyone in the community who supported this im- their register total. Chris explained, “We took a look at our operations, and identified that this was the single portant fundraiser by either attending, making a donation and/or participating in the silent auction. most positive environmental change that we could make. We used 22 million plastic bags last year. That won’t Continued support enables the Rotary Club to provide heart saving pediatric surgery locally and in happen again next year.” developing countries, to offer CPR training to Pelham Middle and High School students, and to sup- For more information about DeCicco & Sons’ Green Initiatives, visit: deciccoandsons.com/green/ port programs and projects for children and teens in the area. Visit pelhamrotary.com

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$1,575,000 914.738.1133 www.pelhamNY.com 10 • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • The Pelham Post thepelhampost.com Class of ‘53 Visits PMHS Forensic Speech Team Members of the PMHS Class Shows Strong at of 1953 recently visited PMHS with a panel of current high school students, Principal Jeannine Clark, Recent Tourament and teacher Megan Rice to discuss The PMHS Forensic Speech team recently had another the differences of being a student strong showing at the New York City Invitational Tournament at then and now. Among the topics The Bronx High School of Science with sophomore Isaac Black- discussed were homework, the burn advancing to the semifinal round in Congressional Debate! dress code, the style of teaching, The NYC invitational tournament is a national circuit con- homecoming, and prom. One test with schools from all over the nation including Florida, Penn- member of the Class of ‘53 brought sylvania, Texas and North Carolina attending. a copy of the Pel Mel student Isaac Blackburn newspaper from their graduating year to show how the paper has changed. Following the discussion, the PMHS Chamber Chorus performed for the alums, singing well-known songs such as, “The Room Where it Happens,” from the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton” and “Stand By Me” by Ben E. King. Solimine and Slowe Selected to INSPIRATION FOR YOUR NEXT NFHCA Senior Game Trinity College field hockey senior co-captains Chandler So- DREAM VACATION limine of Pelham Ally Slowe of Medfield, Mass. have been selected for the 2018 Victory Sports Tours/National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Division III Senior Game, set to take place The Bayside Travel Annual Showcase in conjunction with the NCAA Division III Field Hockey Champi- onship in Manheim, Pennsylvania. The game is currently set for 5:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex. The No. 17-ranked Bantams, led by Head Coach Anne Parmenter (18th season), are currently 9-4 with two regular season games left before next weekend’s New England Small Col- lege Athletic Conference (NESCAC) Championship Tournament. Solimine, a two-time Longstreth/NFHCA Division III All- New England and All-NESCAC performer, leads the squad and ranks fourth in the conference with 26 points on ten goals (T5th in NESCAC) and six assists (T9th in NESCAC). Solimine recently became the sixth player in Trinity history to score 100 career points with her seven-point effort against Bates earlier this fall. Chandler Solimine An American Studies major and graduate of Pelham Memorial High School, she is the daughter of Annie and Joe Solimine. NYSAFLT Sally G. Hahn Outstanding NYS FLES Program Award The 2018 NYSAFLT Sally G. Hahn Outstanding NYS FLES Program Award was presented to the Pelham School District. Teachers Frances Corelli and Lauren Gobbo have seamlessly Please join us for a fun evening, while meeting our implemented an all-inclusive FLES program in their district. Classes are conducted in Spanish and incorporate movement, best-in-class travel partners around the globe. music, and relevant and engaging language activities that en- Let us inspire and curate an exceptional experience tailored for courage communication for their young students. The FLES teachers work directly with the classroom teachers to plan you. You could even win your next dream vacation. units that are interdisciplinary for their students. Needless to say, the program is a resounding success. The district plans to use the award monies to buy Seesaw licenses so that their stu- Thursday, November 15, 2018 dents can use the digital portfolio to share their work with the school community. 6 - 9 PM The Sally G. Hahn Outstanding NYS FLES Program Award was established through a generous bequest of past member Pelham Country Club, Pelham, NY Sally G. Hahn to support elementary language learning in New Lauren Gobbo and Frances Corelli York State. The interest from Ms. Hahn’s bequest is also used to Please RSVP to [email protected] fund grants and scholarships to FLES teachers in New York State. The study of world languages fosters an appreciation and understanding of other cultures, promotes a www.luxurytravelservice.com better understanding of one’s own language and culture, supports learning and improves performance in other content areas, and cultivates the qualities of global citizens who are well-educated and prepared to compete professionally in an increasingly interconnected world. Research has shown that early language instruction not only facilitates the language learning process, but results in more native-like pronunciation and fluency in the second language. In addition, early language instruction has been shown to strengthen students’ performance in their first language as well as in other content areas. For more information about NYSAFLT, visit our website at nysaflt.org. shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 11 ArtsFest continued from page 1 self Project, Brooklyn, providing arts, education and self-empowerment was started in 2010 with 1,000 origa- mi hearts, “where people wrote one thing that they loved about them- selves inside the heart. By 2020 we will have 10,000 hearts.” Thomas Paine Cottage Mu- seum, New Rochelle showcased photography and collage paintings by Cristina Cerone; watercolors by Sara Furlong, works by the Emmet family, plus Colonial Re-enactors. A sumptuous meal was catered by Beechmont Tavern. “I was asked to be a part of ArtsFest, even though we are not traditionally an art gallery. The “Goldfish” by Pelham artist Katy Garry restaurant is adorned with Ma- tisse-inspired paintings which was my inspiration, being a self-taught artist,” restauranteur Alvin Clay- New Rochelle Art Association supporter Penny Hochberg; NRAA President, B.A. D’ Alessandro; Kathleen ton, owner of Alvin and Friends, Nesi, Secretary. New Rochelle said. “Most communities that focus on art tend to have a very viable community, with people coming from all over, because art is a language in itself.” Clayton pointed out that some of his artwork is painted blue, partic- ularly noted jazz and dance perform- ers. “Blue represents spirituality that performs at a higher level than this world.” Famed 3D-Pop Artist Charles Fazzino remarked that he was inspired by pop-up books as a kid. “I attended the School of Visual Arts as an illustrator, put things together and made them look like a pop-up book.” Fazzino’s daughter Heather exhibited several portraits. Ceramic artist Susan Lawrence Nathenson at Pelham Art Center. Fazzino shared that he was commissioned by the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center, Glen Cove, L.I. to commemorate 12 heroes instrumental in saving Alvin Clayton by his painting “Alvin and Friends.” Jews, the theme, “After the Dark- ness.” Three pieces from the exhibition, a plate engraved with the name “Yad Vashem;” “After the Darkness,” a 3D-picture of Holo- caust scenes including the rail line to Auschwitz and a free-standing Jewish Prayer Book, wrapped in barbed wire were on hand. Finally, Tailgate Dogs & Sau- sages Restaurant, New Rochelle displayed a stunning series of hand-painted portraits by Floyd Simmons of rappers and re- nowned athlete Michael Jordan. ArtsFest was sponsored by the New Rochelle Council on the Arts (NRCA); Alvin and Friends; AJ’s Burgers; ArtsWestchester; Daughter Heather Fazzino, father Charles Fazzino by Global Warming Sculpture, Fazzino; Gallery Roc; Gwendolen “Exclamation Point” Appleyard; Hurley’s Steakhouse and Pub; Montefiore New Rochelle; City of New Rochelle; New Rochelle For more photos, visit thepelhampost.com for a NRCA President Theresa Kump Leghorn Radiology; RXR; Ottavio’s Wood- complete slideshow. “sitting” on a brushed aluminum sculpture working; Tailgate Dogs & Sausages; lent by Sculptor Charles VonSchmidt for and WatermarkPointe. ArtsFest. Creatively inspired literary and arts pieces from the students at Pelham Memorial High School

Pelhamᄴel Post Editor’s Note: ႕sianIn the next issue of The Pelham Post we will be introducing a new multi-page section entitled, Pelysian -- creatively inspired works by the students at Pelham Memorial High School. If you are interested in sponsoring this special section, call 914-589-0995.

EXCERPTED WORK... The Plague of the American Dream BY STEPHEN TAHBAZ

The American Dream is a fantasy that has tantalized the mind of laborers from all walks of life for decades. The concept of pull- ing oneself up by the bootstraps, getting to work, and building a better future appears to be the ultimate vision for a better life. In the 1930’s and ‘40s, the American Dream was very much alive in the minds of many laborers. Working through rough conditions for low pay, that dream was the only thing that kept many Americans pushing through many days of hard work. Of Mice and Men, by John Stein- beck, shows the struggles of some of these very people, toiling in the fields of rural California. Steinbeck uses his literary skill to demon- strate that the American Dream is just that, a dream, and is unfortunately out of reach for the common American. His use of varying setting throughout the novel helps to distinguish the reality from the fantasies of the American Dream and provides insight into the true ev- eryday lives of such workers. Steinbeck’s use of setting as a literary tool is very evident from the beginning of the novel. In Chapter 1, he uses the gorgeous backdrop of the Salinas River Valley to show the ideal American Dream. The two main characters in the novel, George and Lennie, are walking through the woods in this valley, getting ready to start a new job. They have a plan for a better future: to open their own farm after years of working on ranches for others. At this point, the dream seems pretty achievable to George and Lennie, and Steinbeck’s use of setting here portrays that. He describes the valley in a positive way, talking of golden foothills, yellow sand, and crystalline water. The beauty of na- ture is truly radiant in Chapter 1. The setting there is the ideal American Dream, the fantasy that George and Lennie discuss in that very moment. Blinded by this dream, George and Lennie work on and prepare for harsh conditions on another ranch. The setting quickly changes with the plot, as the story continues. shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • 11.1.18 - 11.13.18 • 13

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