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ON THE SHORE, NEW ROCHELLE -- This 1000sf condo is ON THE SOUND, BRONX -- Built in 2006 this 1172 sf, 2 bedroom penthouse in the Greencroft, a luxury complex with pool, gym 2bath condo has views of the Sound, high end appliances & an open & concierge. The living room & terrace have skylights & water floor plan. $479,000 views. $337,000

WITHERBEE COURT, PELHAM -- Two two-bedroom two bath THE FAIRWAYS, PELHAM -- This 2 bedroom condo with a sepa- condos in this luxury condo building have hardwood floors, plas- rate dining area, is in a beautifully maintained pre-war building, ter walls, fireplaces and prewar amenities. $339,000 and $455,000 overlooking the Pelham Country club golf course. $417,000 Sound Shore Health System Files for Chapter 11 and Signs Asset Purchase Agreement with Montefiore Health System Sound Shore Health System (“SSHS”) an- Antepartum Screening, as well as the Joint Com- “New Rochelle and Mount Vernon deserve excep- consistently named in U.S. News’ “America’s Best nounced it has entered into an Asset Purchase mission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for both hip and tional care close to home. Montefiore looks forward Children’s Hospitals.” With four hospitals, 1,491 Agreement with Montefiore Health System (“Mon- knee replacements, a true testament to the level of to building on its existing clinical presence in lower beds and 90,000 annual admissions, Montefiore tefiore”) for Montefiore to acquire its assets (and care we provide to individuals living and working Westchester and working with the dedicated doc- is an integrated health system seamlessly linked assume certain liabilities). The transaction, which in southern Westchester.” tors, nurses and staff of Sound Shore and Mount by advanced technology. State-of-the-art primary is expected to close by the end of this year, subject Mr. Spicer continued, “This is the right next Vernon hospitals and the Schaffer Extended Care and specialty care is provided through a network to Bankruptcy Court and regulatory approval, will step to deliver on our commitment to provide high Center, who have served their patients well over of more than 130 locations across the region, in- enable Montefiore to continue, and enhance, the quality, accessible and affordable healthcare. Our many years.” cluding the largest school health program in the provision of care at Sound Shore and Mount Ver- mission is strong and our dedication to patient care As the University Hospital for Albert Einstein nation and a home health program. Montefiore’s non Hospitals as well as at the Schaffer Extended is unchanged. We are fortunate to have Montefiore College of Medicine, Montefiore is a premier aca- partnership with Einstein advances clinical and Care Center. as a partner because of their clinical excellence, demic medical center nationally renowned for its translational research to accelerate the pace at SSHS will provide uninterrupted healthcare commitment to community and ability to provide clinical excellence, scientific discovery and com- which new discoveries become the treatments and throughout the sale period and patient treatment the best care at Sound Shore and Mount Vernon mitment to its community. Recognized among therapies that benefit patients. The medical center and care will not be impacted. SSHS’s nationally- hospitals over the long run.” the top hospitals nationally and regionally by derives its inspiration for excellence from its pa- recognized doctors, nurses and staff will continue “At Montefiore, we believe health care should U.S. News & World Report, Montefiore provides tients and community, and continues to be on the serving patients without impact on day-to-day be easy to access, local and tailored to the needs compassionate, patient- and family-centered care frontlines of developing innovative approaches to operations, and SSHS will continue to operate as a of the communities,” said Steven M. Safyer, M.D., and educates the healthcare professionals of to- care. For more information please visit www.mon- not-for-profit hospital system, providing treatment president and CEO of Montefiore Medical Center. morrow. The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore is tefiore.org and www.montekids.org. to all members of the community regardless of their ability to pay. SSHS has filed voluntary petitions in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York (White Plains) under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. To ensure the continuity of op- erations, protect the value of its assets and provide ongoing access to patient care and jobs, SSHS has elected to sell its assets to Montefiore under Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code. SSHS, with Monte- fiore’s assistance, has also secured commitments for debtor-in-possession financing that will ensure sufficient working capital and enable it to continue operating business-as-usual throughout the process. John Spicer, President and CEO of SSHS, com- mented, “For decades, Sound Shore Health System’s physicians, staff and volunteers have been steadfast in their commitment to providing primary, acute, emergency and long-term health care to patients regardless of their ability to pay. Our community- based teaching hospitals have earned prestigious recognitions as Centers of Excellence in multiple areas, including Bariatric Surgery and 1st Trimester

www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview June 2013 • 3 “Smart” Parking Meters; Dormitory Iona College Memo Answers to Management/Student Parking City Council Discussed By Stephen E. Lipken campus students deploying vehicles could Discussion Continues flood City streets. Commissioner of Devel- New Rochelle City Manager Charles B. opment Luiz Aragon pointed out that with Strome III presented a memorandum at the a 260-bed dormitory, a 1:4 student parking Tuesday, May 21 Regular Legislative Meet- ratio (one space per 4 pupils) would produce ing, answering many questions posed by 65 parking spaces; 1:3, 87. City Council regarding Iona College student Councilman Barry Fertel suggested a resident/commuter population. “sunset” clause, setting a deadline to speed “Approximately 900 students live off- legislation. campus and are eligible for Iona College “A hard sunset ties our hands,” Mayor Parking permits. Noam Bramson opined. Councilwoman Students living in on-campus housing Shari Rackman agreed, saying that a sunset are prohibited from bringing vehicles to ruling “locks us into a certain developer who school (37.2%). could wait until the sunset provision ex- This academic year Iona issued 1,497 pires, then build what they want.” Public parking permits for all full time day students, Hearing will continue at the Tuesday, June including commuters and resident students. 11 meeting. “Of the 1,497 parking permits, only 174 In other legislation, Council approved Left to right: BID President Ralph DiBart; Coromandel Indian Restaurant owner Joji Parappallil; Tom Fahey, owner T.F. were granted to resident students, meaning purchase of 499 “Smart” Parking Meters with Andrew Carpet One Floor and Home; Mayor Noam Bramson. that 87% of all residents did not have vehi- 40 Pilot Parking Sensors; authorized a Fed- cles on campus. There are 3,462 underclass- eral Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) By Stephen E. Lipken is deposited for allotted time period, it will not men of which 1,588 are freshmen and soph- grant of $1,736,141 to mitigate flooding in accept any more. If the car was moved with 15 omores, 42% of total student population.” Halcyon Park and revised penalty fees for Commissioner of Public Works Alex Tergis minutes left on the meter, it automatically re- Council expressed concern that 900 off- turning in false alarms. appeared with Commissioner of Development turns to ‘zero,’” Aragon noted. Luiz Aragon at the Tuesday, May 14 New Rochelle Discussion then turned to zoning changes Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, Dis- regarding dormitories and student parking at cussing implementation of new “smart” Central Iona College. Aragon delineated a ratio of one Democratic Legislators Business District on-street parking meters and parking space per four students, “college use” be- introducing new Deputy Public Works Commis- ing defined as 1,500 feet from main college en- sioner James Moran. trance. A bigger exemption would be allowed if Ask Mental Health Commissioner “We analyzed meter sites downtown and no student vehicles permitted. looked at 326 old parking meters; 53 meters were Administrator Charles B. Strome III reiter- upgraded to accept credit cards in addition to ated the College Community Planning Commit- to Investigate Death of quarters, with additional 120 sites totaling 499. tee request that dorms be managed by the school. We want to install sensors at 40 parking Mayor Noam Bramson suggested leaving the leg- spaces in a pilot program at the Division Street islation “as is, then returning next week to vote.” Disturbed Man and Main Street area. Later, Mayor Bramson awarded Certificates “These sensors can tell if a vehicle is occu- of Achievement to members of the 8th Grade Iona Members of the Democratic caucus of fund a proper transition for the patients, know- pying a spot and if maximum amount of money Grammar SchoolVarsity Champion Basketball team. the Westchester County Board of Legislators ing that it would be unconscionable and pose (BOL) stated today that they will be asking the a public safety risk to simply close the clinics. County’s Department of Community Mental In 2010, it was estimated there were over Health Commissioner Dr. Grant Mitchell to in- 24,000 visits to the four clinics in total. Open vestigate the death on May 26 of an emotion- since the 1950s, the County-run clinics were ally disturbed man, Samuel Cruz, who was shot regarded as important havens for those with and killed by a New Rochelle police officer. The mental illnesses. Some patients have been on legislators are concerned that county residents the rolls for decades. About a dozen not-for- with mental illnesses may not be getting the profit community organizations around the care they need since the closing of the County’s county have been picking up the patients since four mental health clinics two years ago. the County closed its four clinics, but legisla- Moreover, the Democratic caucus mem- tors have worried that County oversight of bers are wondering what the status is of the these services is lacking. County’s innovative Police Mental Health Pro- “As we have seen with the County Ex- gram, in which teams of police officers and a ecutive’s cuts to foreclosure prevention, nutri- mental health professional responded to situa- tion assistance and child care subsidies, there tions to prevent the escalation of violence. Pres- are real, human consequences to eliminating ently, a diminished version of the program is safety net programs,” said Legislator MaryJane being run as a call-in option out of St. Vincent’s Shimsky (D-Hastings-on-Hudson). Hospital in Harrison and St. Joseph’s Medical The clinic closings in 2011 were hardly Center in Yonkers, with mobile response avail- trouble-free. Dr. Mitchell initially didn’t discuss able Monday through Friday from 9AM to 6PM. the clinic closings with clinic directors and staff News reports say that Cruz, a 48-year-old members. Also, over a hundred patients were New Rochelle resident, was shot after he refused never transitioned when the clinics closed—even to be subdued by the police officer and moved though they were not supposed to be shut until toward him with a knife. Cruz had a history of after every last patient had been transitioned. (A mental illness and had recently stopped taking note on the door with a phone number to call his medication, apparently on the advice of a greeted them when they came for help.) There spiritual adviser. were also concerns that Spanish-speaking pa- “I think it important to find out if Mr. tients would not find clinicians at the new pro- Cruz was receiving proper care,” said Legisla- grams who can converse in their language. tor Alfreda Williams (D-Greenburgh), chair of “Westchester County recognized several the BOL Community Services Committee. “If years ago that untreated patients, and those he was one of the County’s former clients and off their medications, can lead to serious, even slipped through the cracks during the transi- tragic consequences, which is what led to the tion after the clinics closed, then we should development of its groundbreaking Police learn why.” Mental Health Program,” said BOL Chairman County Executive Rob Astorino closed the Ken Jenkins (D-Yonkers). “We need to ensure County’s four mental health clinics in Mount that programs like this remain fully funded Kisco, Peekskill, Yonkers and Mount Vernon and are ready to respond to problems in our in June 2011 to save money, though New York communities. Dr. Mitchell needs to update the State requires that residents suffering from Board on how this program is now being imple- mental illness and receiving treatment at the mented and start a departmental investigation clinics needed to be properly transitioned. The of whether Mr. Cruz’s death was avoidable from BOL included money in the 2011 Budget to the County’s perspective.” 4 • June 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com A Grand Celebration of New Rochelle Notables On April 27th, a number of New Ro- Light Opera Guild was held in the Ossie Davis Writer -- The award- chelle luminaries were celebrated in a day- Theater. The day concluded with a winning winning musical, Fid- long event, “New Rochelle Notables Day”, performance of original music written and dler on the Roof, was which included the induction of nine indi- performed by current New Rochelle resident created by Jerry Bock viduals into the New Rochelle Walk of Fame, who comprise the group, Avalanche. (score), Joseph Stein (description and list of 2013 and 2011 induct- The New Rochelle Walk of Fame was (book), and Sheldon ees is attached). The day began with “Au- dedicated in 2011, and is located on New Ro- Harnick (score), while thors of New Rochelle Biographies”, during chelle’s Library Green, at Huguenot Street be- Bock and Stein were which authors spoke about researching and tween Memorial Highway and Lawton Street. living in New Ro- writing about dancer and cultural anthro- It is comprised of attractive interpretive chelle. pologist Pearl Primus, dancer and trend-setter signboards relating the stories of nationally Nell Brinkley, Il- Irene Castle, and local businesswoman Bessie notable individuals with distinct ties to New lustrator, Cartoonist Dreizen. Several dozen people then assembled Rochelle, and their contributions to America. -- Nell Brinkley was on Library Green for remarks by Mayor Noam Strategically located in the gardens lining the one of the most fa- Bramson and Roderick Kennedy, the founder Library Green pathway, the signs were created mous American illus- and benefactors of the New Rochelle Walk and funded by former resident and historian trators in the early de- of Fame. Seven new interpretive signs, hon- Roderick Kennedy Jr., working in partnership cades of the twentieth Roderick Kennedy speaking at Walk fo Fame oring nine individuals, were then unveiled. with the New Rochelle Department of Parks century. She was the creator of the “Brinkley Following a reception under sunny skies, a and Recreation, the Downtown BID, the New Girl,” a young liberated workingwoman who wonderful program of music written by New Rochelle Public Library, and City Historian the city while spending his early childhood wore lacy dresses and her hair in curls, who Rochelle residents or about New Rochelle was Barbara Davis. Mr. Kennedy was born in New here. The Walk of Fame is a micro history of became popular in songs, films and theater. performed by talented members of the Village Rochelle and developed a great affection for America as reflected in the lives of New Ro- E. L. Doctorow, Novelist -- An editor, chelle’s famous sons and daughters, repre- professor and prolific writer, he is best-known senting the arts, business, politics, education, for his works of historical fiction that include the media, entertainment and sports. The Book of Daniel (1971), Ragtime (1975), Brant Appointed Boys & Girls The 2013 Inductees include: World’s Fair (1985), Billy Bathgate (1989), Jerry Boch, Composer and Joseph Stein, continued on page 13 Club of New Rochelle’s Benefit Honorary Chair

Peter Brant is known as a successful entre- preneur, manufacturing executive, publisher, philanthropist, sportsman and art collector. But Save Time. to the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle he’s simply a generous supporter and “Friend.” On Sunday, June 23, 2013, Mr. Brant will serve as Honorary Chairman for the Boys & Make One Call. Girls Club of New Rochelle’s 2nd Annual Polo Challenge and Luncheon at the picturesque Greenwich Polo Club in Greenwich, Connecti- cut. Mr. Brant is founder of the Greenwich Polo Club, a leading patron of the sport, as well as Have a Better an active player. With a revenue goal of over $100,000, the Polo Challenge is one of the larg- est fundraising endeavors for the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle and features: • A live polo match Vacation. • Best Hat contest • Silent auction of exotic goods and ser- vices • Gourmet luncheon • Stomping of the divots Complimentary Travel Planning, • A commemorative program for all at- tendees, volunteers and patrons Upgrades, Breakfast, and • The opportunity to uplift and empower children from the community! Concierge Services for our Clients.* Money raised from this event supports the myriad of programs offered to Boys & Girls Peter Brant Club children ages 6 – 18 as they begin their Call success stories. mittee members and lead sponsors,” said Quay “I was honored when asked to serve as Watkins, Executive Director for the Boys & Honorary Chair of this event,” said Mr. Brant. Girls Club of New Rochelle. “This year’s Polo “The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle has Challenge and Luncheon is projected to exceed BAYSIDE TRAVEL supported and served children since its found- last year’s level of success thanks to their gener- ing in 1929. Since then, they’ve helped create osity, hard work and dedication. Words cannot bright futures for doctors, lawyers, teachers and express how appreciative we are for their com- 914-833-8880 even Super Bowl Champions. I encourage ev- mitment to our mission of helping children.” eryone to get involved and support this worth- For 84 years, the Boys & Girls Club of New while organization.” Rochelle has provided a safe, structured and Visit our new website Joining Mr. Brant in this campaign to ben- positive environment for children. The orga- efit children are 2013 Annual Polo Challenge & nization is also charged with helping kids de- www.luxurytravelservice.com Luncheon Co-Chairs, Robert & Cristina Weisz velop the attitudes, skills, values and behaviors (RPW Group, Inc) and a dedicated planning that enable them to succeed in life. With six We Know the World and the World Knows Us™ committee of community leaders from both locations throughout the city of New Rochelle, New York and Connecticut. Tickets to the event The Club impacts 2,000 children annually by are $250 per person and reserved tables of 10 offering a wide array of programs and services can be purchased for $2,500. The event offers after school, during school holidays, and the a host of sponsorship and advertising opportu- entire summer. nities. First Southwest, Inc. is the event’s Gold To learn more about the Boys & Girls Club 124 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont, NY 10538 Premium Sponsor and Pepe Auto Group recent- of New Rochelle its programs and the upcom- ly signed on as a Silver VIP Sponsor. ing Polo Challenge and Luncheon visit www. “We are thrilled to have the support of BGCNR.org or contact Rudy J. Breedy at 914- *Restrictions may apply. people like Mr. Brant, the Weisz’s, our com- 235-3736. www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview June 2013 • 5 A free Artist’s Talk, “The Agony and the A fitting performance for New Rochelle’s On June 13 from 6:30 to 11pm, the New Ecstasy: The Ironic Career of David Kramer” 325th Anniversary and week-long festivities Rochelle Humane Society will hold their On June 23 from 11am to 5pm, the Pelham Chamber of Commerce will hold their Annual will be presented in the Ossie Davis Theater with a delegation from La Rochelle, selections annual Paws for a Heart dinner celebration Pelham Street Fair on Fifth Avenue featuring crafters, artists, vendors, food, games and more. of the New Rochelle Public Library, One from 1836 opera, Le Huguenots, by Giacomo fundraising auction benefit honoring animal For more information, email: [email protected]. Library Plaza on Tuesday, June 11 at 7:00 Meyerbeer, will be performed on Friday, advocate and correspondent for the Today June 7th in the Ossie Davis Theater of the Show, Jill Rappaport at the Glen Island pm. In this visual presentation, artist David The Songcatchers 2nd An- New Rochelle Public Library, One Library Harbour Club in New Rochelle featuring Kramer will discuss his sculptures, text based nual “Bingo for a Basket” Plaza. Director and tenor Richard Slade will silent and live auctions, dinner and lots of paintings, and video work. For additional will take place on June be joined by other professional vocalists in fun. Proceeds benefit The Help Heal Fund. information, call 632-8254. 29 frmo 6 to 10pm at performing the “grand opera” pieces that RSVP by calling 632-2925 and visit www. Blessed Sacrament School have won praise for nearly two centuries. A newrochellehumanesociety.org. Auditorium, 24 Maple donation of $2.00 is suggested at the door. Avenue, New Rochelle. $10 admission includes a slice of pizza, a can of soda and one Bingo card.

UPCOMING delivery of work and all wall art must Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park: June Westchester Cultural Heritage Cel- 13 St. Paul’s Church National be ready for hanging. Deadline is 16 from 1 to 3pm – Take Dad Out ebrations will begin with the Asian From 6 to 9pm, Savor & Support, a tast- Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Av- June 11. Visit http://osilasgallery. to the Ball Game … 1864 style! Cel- Celebration on May 18 at Kensico ing event of Westchester’s finest restau- enue, Mt. Vernon is inviting applica- org/2013/05/13/735/ for instructions ebrate Dad with a Father’s Day “base Dam Plaza, Valhalla starting at noon. rants to Benefit My Sisters’ Place returns tions for the Junior Historian Tour on how to submit your work or email ball match.” The New York Mutuals On June 2, the Albanian Celebration to the showroom of Mercedes Benz of Guide program for the summer of [email protected] play with 1864 rules, balls, bats, and will begin at noon at Kensico Dam White Plains with special guest Mark 2013. This marks the tenth year of uniforms—but no helmets or gloves! Plaza, Valhalla. For details call 864- Herzlich of the New York Giants featur- the innovative educational program, The Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 After the game, kids get to join in the PARK. ing fifteen restaurants as well as spirits which is designed for students from Dromore Road, Scarsdale will hold fun with a game of rounders with vendors, along with live music, scotch ages 12 to 14. The program introduc- the following programs: June 12 at team members. Plus free house tours The Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth tastings and silent auction merchandise es students to historical interpreta- 7pm – Replacing the Green Desert: and a raffle for the game ball! Regis- Avenue, Pelham will have on view and an open bar of wine, beer and soft tion. Instructed by experienced edu- Native Plant Alternatives to Turf with tration requested. June 22 from 10am through June 29, the 2013 Alexander drinks. Call 683-1333, ext. 142 for addi- cators and historians, they learn the Kim Eierman, CH, AOLCP, Founder, to 2pm – Rustic Fencing and Trellis- Rutsch Award and Solo Exhibition tional information or visit www.mspny. ingredients required for leading effec- EcoBeneficial Horticulture Consult- ing Workshop with furniture maker and a Gallery Conversation will take org. tive and interesting tours of St. Paul’s ing & Communications; June 9 at John Fuchs. Registration required. place on June 7 at 3:30pm. For fur- Church National Historic Site. These 11am – A “Bear-Foot” Storytime with Visit www.bpmm.org for complete ther information, call 738-2525. include historical knowledge, public naturalist Greg Wechgelaer (for ages details. 26 speaking skills, logistics, exhibitions, 2-6); June 15 at 2pm – New York JUNE At 7:30pm, the Hudson River Audubon artifacts and clothing. The program State Museum Week Family Program Temple Israel of New Rochelle, 1000 8 Society of Westchester will host Mem- culminates with the students lead- – Feeding Fun features mealtime with Pinebrook Boulevard will host The At 10:30am, the Chamber of Com- bers’ Night Nature Photography Show ing tours of a select piece of the site’s the animals; June 16 at 2pm – Papa’s United States Holocaust Memorial merce of New Rochelle and Mayor at Lenoir Nature Preserve, 19 Dudley history for family and friends. Cer- Play Day featuring cool critters and Museum traveling exhibition, “Nazi Noam Bramson will be on hand for a Street, Yonkers featuring nature slides or tificates are presented to graduates. fun activities with Dad. For details on Persecution of Homosexuals 1933- ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome digital photographs. Photographs from The program meets weekly in July, these events and more, call 723-3470 1945” in partnership with The Loft: Eye Level, a supplementary educa- Hudson River Audubon Society field Monday or Thursday mornings, 10 or visit www.greenburghnaturecen- LGBT Community Services Center tion company to 1299-C North Av- trips as well as members’ nature and AM to 11:30 AM. There is no charge ter.org. of the Lower Hudson Valley through enue, New Rochelle. birding trips will be featured. Selected and it is a terrific way to enrich sum- June 9 in The Gladys and Murray 9 volunteers will be recognized for their mer vacation with a program that is Westchester County Parks brings Goldstein Cultural Center. Call 235- The North Avenue Mile Run will take special contributions during the year educational and enjoyable. For more the following Heritage Festivals to 1800 for gallery hours. place beginning at the Paine Cottage, to the Hudson River Audubon Society information, please contact David Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla: June North Avenue and Paine Avenue. The of Westchester. Officers of the Hudson Osborn, site manager, at 914-667- 23 from noon to 7pm – African- The Sisterhood of Congregation An- finish line and health expo area will River Audubon Society of Westchester 4116. American; July 7 from noon to 7pm she Sholom, 50 North Avenue, New be at City Hall, 515 North Avenue. for the 2013-4 year will be elected. This – Italian; July 14 from noon to 6pm Rochelle presents ZUMBA fitness for The race will begin at 9am in go in 15 meeting is free and open to the public. The OSilas Gallery at Concordia – Polish; July 21 from noon to 7pm – women only at 10am. For scheduling minute wave intervals, electronically Refreshments precede the program at College, Bronxville is conducting Hispanic; July 28 from 5pm to 8pm updates, email [email protected] timed. For complete details and to 7:00pm. For more information call Mi- an open call for entries for Summer – Jewish; and August 4 from 12:30pm register, visit www.newrorunners.org. chael Bochnik at 237-9331. ARTiculated 2013 a juried exhibi- to 6:30pm – Indian. The Irish Heri- Bicycle Sundays will begin at The tion and sale from July 11 through tage Festival will take place at Ridge Westchester County Center in White 11 29 August 11 and is open to artists age Road Park in Hartsdale from noon to Plains on June 9, 16, 23 and 30 from At 7pm, the New Rochelle Council on From 1 to 2pm, Teatown Lake Reser- 18 and over, residing in the USA. 7pm on July 14. For details call 864- 10am to 2pm as The Bronx River the Arts and the New Rochelle Art As- vation will hold a Rabbit Frolic with Artists may submit up to 3 works PARK or visit westchestergov.com/ Parkway closes to vehicular traffic sociation in partnership with the New bunnies Tess, Bitsy and Buster geared for consideration. All work must be parks. and opens to cyclists, walkers, jog- Rochelle Public Library brings a lecture toward 3 to 4 year olds. The program original and created within the last gers from the County Center to Scars- entitled, “The Agony and the Ecstasy: is free, however registration is strongly 3 years. All work must be for sale. The following events are taking place dale Road in Yonkers. For details call The Ironic Career of David Kramer” to recommended by calling 762-2912, ext. If chosen, artists are responsible for at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 864-PARK. the Ossie Davis Theater. 110. 6 • June 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com “Bleue City – La Ville Bleue” Exhibition at the NRCA Rotunda Gallery at City Hall New Rochelle Council our hands, we City Committee Chair Peter Korn, was ap- on the Arts in collabora- wander togeth- proached by the artists during his trip to La tion with the New Rochelle er along NEW Rochelle. Mr. Korn later approached the New Sister City Committee is ROCHELLE Rochelle Council on the Arts feeling that it pleased to introduce two QUARTER in would be the perfect exhibition to take place young artists from La Ro- BLEUE CITY. during the 325th anniversary celebration of chelle, France whose work Even if we may the founding of New Rochelle by the Hugue- represents a photo/illustra- choose differ- nots, who came from La Rochelle. tion “community creation” ent settings, With partial funding provided by the In- composed of many neigh- we are never stitut Français and La Rochelle it became clear borhoods in European and far from each that this exhibit would take place. The City Asian communities, includ- other. I take agreed that it would partner with La Rochelle ing La Rochelle and now, photographs of and the New Rochelle Council on the Arts to New Rochelle, as their first a woman wear- help with the artists’ visit and production. western hemisphere com- ing high heels In September 2012, New Rochelle residents munity. while you draw Eric and Wendy Vigroux hosted the two art- The exhibition runs Carole Sionnet the library park ists during their month-long preparation vis- through August 31, 2013 she might cross it. During that time, they walked and biked at the New Rochelle Council on the Arts Ro- ways bring home different kinds of memories one day. We are here together in BLEUE CITY, from Nature Study Woods to City Park on the tunda Gallery at City Hall, 515 North Avenue, from their wanderings, whether complex, the city that we love. “ east side, from the Norman Rockwell House, New Rochelle. personal or ordinary. These memories can be Carole Sionnet is a photographer and to the Sheldrake Lake on the north, from The artists – photographer/film direc- as sharply focused as a photograph or as fleet- film director whose photography exhibitions Glen Island Park through Davenport Park and tor, Carole Sionnet, and illustrator/com- ing as a hastily-drawn sketch. The various were shown in France (Centre Pompidou - Hudson Park on the New Rochelle waterfront. ics author, PieR Gajewski – were looking combinations create unique moods and sen- Paris), in England (Oval House Gallery - Lon- Following their return to France, the artists for a link between their favorite mediums. sations. To understand a culture is to weave don) and in Turkey (French Institut of Istan- continued to work closely with members of bul). Her films have been selected for official the New Rochelle community to support the competitions in many international film fes- work. The result is the addition of the New tivals: Japan, Brazil, Germany, Austria, Spain Rochelle Quarter to “Bleue City,” a joint ef- and in the USA. fort of the two cities during New Rochelle’s PieR Gajewski is an illustrator and com- 325th Anniversary. ics artist whose work has been shown and Those who made this exhibit possible published in France at the Centre Pompidou include: Mayor Maxime Bono, City of La in Paris and worldwide (Japan, South Korea, Rochelle; Institut Français and La Rochelle; England, Germany, Turkey, USA). In 2010 he Mayor Noam Bramson and the New Ro- was laureate of the Villa Kujoyama in Kyoto chelle City Council; City Manager Charles where he drew hundreds of drawings shown R. Strome; Eric and Wendy Vigroux and fam- at the International Manga Museum of Kyoto ily; members of the New Rochelle Sister City - Japan. Committee; and the New Rochelle Council In September 2011, New Rochelle’s Sister on the Arts.

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In 2008, they began to create a side-by-side together these feelings, memories and im- Car Service in Your Own Car dialogue using their photographs and draw- pressions as they are absorbed from different ings. This complementary and imaginative scenes viewed at the same locale or distinct approach became the visual and poetic focal memories of certain prevalent cultural traits point of BLEUE CITY. This evolving border- skipping across our consciousness. Exhibit less city is shown on images built as diptychs visitors wander from busy, congested shop- Drivers are fully insured as well as on a map. The city presently in- ping streets to the serenity of quiet garden and bonded. cludes 15 quarters or zones: AMSTERDAM, paths, from every-day scenes to those more ANGOULEME, BARCELONA, BERLIN, HAM- atypical and in the midst of these even have References available BURG, JAPON, LAPLACE, LA ROCHELLE, LIS- the pleasure and surprise of coming face to BOA, SEOUL, GREEN, VENEZIA, ISTANBUL, face with new acquaintances. BLEUE CITY is upon request. NEW YORK and NEW ROCHELLE. The “city” an invitation to stroll through a succession evolves with the authors’ journeys. www. of images creating a distinct atmosphere, bleuecity.com rhythms, surprises and stories to be told.” Carole and PieR explain, “Travelers al- “A sketchbook and a photo camera in Like Traditional Car Services... • Door-to-door and curbside service • No airport parking costs/hassles • Leave the driving and traffic to us For the But Better because it’s your car... love of taste! • Pack at your convenience GREAT FOR... • Child seats already installed Nights in the City Shop New Rochelle’s Huguenot Shopping Trips • No extra charge for families Doctor Appointments Down to Earth Farmers Market • Hourly service at half the cost Weddings, Concerts Now located at Huguenot Park Sporting Events in front of NRHS Barclay Center Every Friday: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm Wonderful farmers that you’ve come to know and tasty new additions! 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Organizers brought in and displayed thousands of donated new and gently used spring and summer shirts as well as shorts, pants, jackets, skirts, dresses, shoes, handbags and jewelry and set up shop in the VFW Hall in Mount Vernon. Volunteers Laurie Feinstein, Nikki Hahn, Ella Hahn, Mei Morin, Ava Morin, from Sephora joined the event, providing free Deborah Gorrin, Christine Bensche, Kendall Bensche makeovers. Attendees arrived from through- out Westchester, including the surrounding community of Mount Vernon and Yonkers, as well as White New Rochelle Opera’s Company Coordinator Billie Tucker, New Rochelle Opera Spring Gala honoree Matthew Plains and as far away as Sleepy Hollow. Each attendee was given a certificate entitling her to choose more Polenzani and his wife Rosa, New Rochelle Opera’s Artistic Director Camille Coppola. Photo credit: Marilyn Monsanto than a week’s worth of outfits plus a choice of jewelry. Each left with a gift bags stuffed with beauty supplies and accessories. New Rochelle Opera’s Annual Spring Gala honoring Matthew Polenzani, Metropolitan Opera The Sharing Shelf regularly collects clothing for infants, youth and teens, distributing it free of charge tenor and resident of Pelham, was recently held at the Fountainhead in New Rochelle (on April to children county-wide through more than 25 schools, social service agencies, hospitals and community 30). Gala guests enjoyed arias from New Rochelle Opera singers, music and dancing. programs. “We found that while we were serving so many children and teens, teenage girls were not taking Opera stars and celebrities among the guests included Maestro Anton Coppola, world re- advantage of our program. I decided that we needed to bring the clothing to them and allow the girls to nowned opera conductor (and uncle of Francis Ford Coppola); Elaine Malbin, Elinor Ross and Shir- choose what they liked best,” says Deborah Blatt. ley Love, former New Rochelle Opera Gala Honorees; and Barry Tucker, son of the legendary tenor Community partners were key to the event’s success. “The Junior League of Central Westchester has Richard Tucker. The Spring Gala is New Rochelle Opera’s major fund raiser to support its upcoming been a proud partner with Family Services of Westchester for many years on a variety of programs. Girl-topia, performance of Giacomo Puccini’s I Pagliacci that will be performed together with costumed and in particular, is an ideal fit with our mission to provide community services to women and families. For me orchestrated highlights of Cavalleria Rusticana being held June 20, 21, 22 at 8:00 PM and June 23 personally, it is so rewarding to help girls in need and to have my daughter (who also volunteered) experi- at 3:00 PM at the Frank J. Auriana Theatre, Mooney Hancock Arts Center (Ursuline High School), ence that same sense of giving and caring.” said Mei Morin, Chair of the League’s Done-In-a-Day Committee. 1354 North Avenue, New Rochelle. For ticket information and reservations call: (914) 576-1617. The Sharing Shelf plans to continue this event in the Fall, partnering with other community groups. If Tickets: $35 - general; $32 – seniors and students. $25 groups of 10 or more. SPECIAL OFFER you would like to get involved, reach out to The Junior League of Central Westchester’s Mei Morin at jlcw@ - THURSDAY NIGHT ONLY - All tickets $25 if paid in advance; regular price if paid at the door. verizon.net or The Sharing Shelf’s Deborah Blatt at [email protected]. Reservations are recommended. Circus Performers, Fire Jugglers Take Over the Hudson Valley Two events inspired by circuses of old will take landt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson on Saturday, place Friday, June 21, through Sunday, June 23, at June 22 and Sunday, June 23. Featuring a variety of two Historic Hudson Valley sites. performers and animal conservation groups, Ani- A band of fire jugglers will light up Philipsburg mals & Acrobats evokes an early-American travel- Manor in Sleepy Hollow during A Night on Fire, ing circus. An ambassador wolf, stilt-dancers, soar- Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22. Expanded ing acrobats, gargantuan puppets, and the chance this year to four performances over two evenings, A to hone your circus skills are some of the event’s Night on Fire debuted last year to a sold out crowd. highlights. Performed by the juggling and comedy troupe In America’s early days, fire jugglers, tumbling A Different Spin, “A Night on Fire” will feature acrobats, rope walkers, magicians — indeed, clever characters of all sorts — used to travel the countryside as a ragged band of entertainers, setting up shop at vari- ous locales. Animals & Acro- bats features continu- ous performances. Acts include: * Boston Circus Guild — A professional troupe melding daring stunts and comedy, of- fering a wide range of circus magic including high-flying acrobat- ics, stilt-dancing (not walking, dancing!), stunts and family friendly humor and is ideal for and gargantuan puppets who roam the crowd, plus and preservation organization that owns and oper- audiences of all ages. Performances take place at contortionists who squeeze themselves into the birds-of-prey demonstration Flight of the Raptor, ates Van Cortlandt Manor and Philipsburg Manor, 8:15 and 10 p.m. tightest of spaces. slack rope walker Dikki Ellis, Chris Yerlig as Hoopoe receive a $5 per ticket discount. Tickets for Animals This one-hour performance is a fully cho- * Westchester Circus Arts — Kids can learn to the Mime, and juggler Will Shaw. & Acrobats are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors, $12 reographed, live display of fire arts featuring four act like clowns, walk on a tight-wire, juggle, spin Visitors who purchase tickets for Animals & for children 3-17, free for children under three and flame-wielding, fire-eating performers twisting and plates and walk on stilts. Acrobats in advance online can get free popcorn HHV members. Tickets are available in advance on- turning, juggling and dancing, spinning and sword * Two by Two Zoo and the Wolf Conservation for everyone under 18 in their party. Geordane’s of line at www.hudsonvalley.org. fighting. The vaudeville-meets-funk sounds of Em- Center — Groups that teach conservation lessons Irvington will provide picnic food and beverages. Philipsburg Manor is at 381 North Broadway peror Norton’s Stationary Marching Band kicks off with fascinating wildlife. Ambassador wolf Atka, Blue Pig of Croton provides homemade ice cream (Route 9) in Sleepy Hollow, N.Y. Van Cortlandt the show. hopping kangaroos, flying lemurs, monkeys, py- featuring ingredients from Hudson Valley sources. Manor is at 525 South Riverside Avenue in Croton- Though it is a separate ticketed performance, thons, parrots, and goats are some of their traveling Tickets for A Night on Fire are $20 for adults on-Hudson, N.Y. Take the Croton Point Avenue exit “A Night on Fire” is a complement to Animals & stars. and $15 for children 17 and under. Members of from Route 9 and follow the signs. For information: Acrobats, which takes place 10-5pm at Van Cort- Other performers include Jennifer Pena’s Historic Hudson Valley, the non-profit education 914-631-8200, www.hudsonvalley.org.

8 • June 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce For the Love of Taste! Honors Cynthia Rubino Down to Earth Farmers Markets, the company with 22 years of experience managing farmers markets in West- chester County and beyond, is enjoying their new market location on North Avenue at Huguenot Park/Twin Lakes. The market runs every Friday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, through November 22nd. As many local food lovers of New Rochelle have al- ready experienced, this year the market organizers have expanded their popular tasting program in support of their 2013 theme, “For the Love of Taste!” Throughout the season, everyone is invited to visit the Market Manager’s tent for a creative take on the highlighted taste of the month. They also give out free recipes for the market’s seasonal offerings. The vendors’ tables change as the weeks go by, and so do the recipes. In the month of June, the local harvest includes broccoli, peas, rhubarb, sweet cherries, strawberries, and lettuces and other greens…just for starters! Down to Earth Markets, formerly known as Community Markets, changed its company name in the fall of 2012. In their words, the purpose of the company’s rebranding was “to affirm our Eli Gordon (left) and Cynthia Rubino commitment to the true source of our food: the earth.” In the rebranding process, they also de- fined the company’s vision of creating “a strong regional food system, built by independent farms Eli Gordon, New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, congratulates Cynthia and food businesses, that provides everyone with an alternative to industrial food.” This is a vision Rubino, Berkeley College Vice President of Government Relations, New York, at the 11th An- they have been acting on since the early 1990s, when Miriam Haas started the Ossining Farmers nual Women of Excellence New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce reception. Each year the New Market. Rochelle Chamber recognizes women who have made a difference in the New Rochelle commu- New Rochelle’s Huguenot Down to Earth Farmers Market offers seasonal produce from re- nity, and this year’s awards selected women in education. Additional honorees this year included gional farms, as well as pasture-raised meats and poultry, delicious breads and baked goods, eggs, Karenann Carty, EdD, Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs, Monroe College and Diane C. plants, flowers, and more. Visit DowntoEarthMarkets.com for information on upcoming events, Massimo, PhD, Assistant Superintendent, City School District of New Rochelle. The Muriel Zoukas such as cooking demos and kids activities. See you at the market - and thank you for supporting Young Leader of Tomorrow Award winners were Leah Genevieve Siesfeld and Catherine “Cassie” local food and farms! White, both of New Rochelle High School. HoulihanLawrence.com

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10 • June 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com Mary Jo Jacobs Announces Candidacy for Westchester County Legislator Representing District 10 On a blustery Sunday afternoon, resources field with Plan. Mary Jo Jacobs announced her candi- volunteer work, Jacobs is married to Quentin Jacobs, an his- dacy for Westchester County Legisla- including many toric preservation specialist who is also a Trustee tor for District 10. Standing in front of leadership posi- of the New Rochelle Public Library. Together they Daniel Webster Elementary School in tions in the Parent have four children. New Rochelle, Jacobs was surrounded Teacher Association Jacobs says she looks forward to the op- by supporters including New York (PTA) – she served portunity to support the people of District 10 State Senator George Latimer, New as President of both and Westchester County. “I believe strongly that York State Assembly member Amy the district-wide PTA everyone should be given opportunities to better Paulin, Westchester County Clerk Tim Council and Special their situation. I support policies such as sensible Idoni, Westchester County Legislator Education PTA. “I funding of daycare, source of income legislation, Judy Myers, and members of the New get great satisfac- marriage equality, and immigration reform. I will Rochelle City Council, New Rochelle tion in collaborating seek to create job and volunteer opportunities for School Board and New Rochelle Public and I seek positive all people, including those that are physically, Library Board of Trustees. Jacobs was approaches to chal- emotionally, cognitively, and socially challenged.” introduced by New Rochelle Mayor lenges,” she noted. In addition she said “I will apply my business and Noam Bramson, who is a candidate for Jacobs is currently volunteer experiences to ensure a cost effective, Westchester County Executive. chairing New Ro- efficient legislature, ensuring that our roads and Jacobs explained that she chose chelle’s Open Space infrastructure is secure, our drinking water is safe, to make her announcement on the and Community and our parks are well maintained and ready for steps of Webster School because it was Resources Commit- people to enjoy after a hard week’s work.” through her work as a parent volun- tee which is helping More information about Mary Jo Jacobs can be teer that she began her career in pub- to rewrite the city’s found on her campaign website at www.maryjojacobs. lic service. “When I reflect upon the Left to right: State Senator George Latimer, Mary Jo Jacobs and New York State Assemblywoman Amy Paulin Comprehensive com or by writing to [email protected]. impact that County government can have on us today and the future of our children dollars efficiently, exploring shared services with I’m very excited,” said Jacobs. She explained that municipalities and negotiating contracts with the through her work with the PTA and district-wide same focus and detail as I have done in business, PTA Council she came to understand the challeng- ensuring that pricing is competitive, and the pro- es of “managing against unfunded State mandates cess makes sense.” She talked about the impor- with a tax cap that has required creative problem tance of job development and added “I would also solving and budget management.” Coupled with like to explore ways in which veterans, the elderly, her professional experience managing Human Re- and disabled members of our community can con- sources and Facilities departments with multi-mil- tribute and work, both through County employ- lion dollar budgets, Jacobs said that she believes ment and volunteerism.” she can use her skills and experience “to help the A 25-year resident of New Rochelle, Mary Jo people of Westchester by seeking to spend tax Jacobs has balanced full time work in the human Laura Valenti Travels to Hungary Laura Valenti of New Rochelle, is one of 13 to meet and talk with our students and attend Quinnipiac University students in the master our networking event.” of business administration program who will The students will visit two companies for spend two weeks in early June meeting with two to three hours each on most days, Ball said. business and government leaders in Hungary. Traveling with Ball on the trip will be Adam The students will tour Parliament and Aiken, assistant professor of finance, and Mat- meet with a senior adviser to Prime Minister thew Rafferty, professor of economics. Viktor Orban as well as meet with the execu- “They become real partners for Quinni- tives of some of the largest and most influen- piac,” he said. “Many of these companies have tial companies both in Europe and around the reached out about doing internships for our world. students.” E.OP-Hungaria, Exxon/Mobil, General The demand is so great that more compa- Electric and Morgan Stanley are among the nies have offered meetings than there is time, more than dozen companies that will be vis- Ball said. ited. The trip will culminate with the sixth an- “The students get to learn about different nual networking event where Clea Newman, business practices,” he said. the youngest daughter of the late Paul Newman Approximately 150 people representing who is continuing her father’s passion for phil- 70 to 80 businesses are expected to attend this anthropic work, is expected to speak. year’s networking reception, Ball said. Quinni- “The object is to expose the students to piac alumni are also anticipated. international business practices,” said Chris- Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, topher Ball, associate professor of economics nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes in the School of Business and director of the north of New York City and two hours from university’s Central European Institute, which Boston. The university enrolls 6,200 full-time is co-sponsoring the trip with the School of undergraduate and 2,300 graduate students Business. in 58 undergraduate and more than 20 gradu- The Central European Institute, estab- ate programs of study in its School of Business lished in 2011 as the István Széchenyi Institute, and Engineering, School of Communications, works to broaden the university’s global ties School of Education, School of Health Scienc- and to foster new opportunities for interna- es, School of Law, Frank H. Netter MD School tional education. It is based in the School of of Medicine, School of Nursing and College Business. of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently “You really have to go abroad and experi- ranks among the top regional universities ence it a little to understand cross-cultural is- in the North in U.S. News & World Report’s sues,” Ball said. America’s Best Colleges issue. 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For more information Chef Caputo is a 37-year veteran restaurant Prince Edward Island mussels in a red or white errand runs, rides for Seniors or medically dis- or to schedule rides go to www.yourdriverishere. cook and owner, having previously operated Gina sauce; and Chicken Valdostano, breaded cutlet abled people, and New York City shopping runs. com or call 914.356.0393. Marie’s in Mt. Vernon and the former Bella Vita in with prosciutto, fresh tomato, mushrooms, marsala Yorktown. Over the years he has worked for a sto- wine, fresh herbs and mozzarella. ried cast of kitchens from Rigoletto’s and Amici’s on Carnivores will enjoy the hefty steaks and Arthur Ave. in the Bronx to the original Valentino’s chops: 16 oz. Steak Campagnola, shell steak with Antigua -- in Yonkers to the former Gregory’s in White Plains. thin sliced potatoes, onions, peppers, and broccoli; He had owned Gina Marie’s for 14 years. 16 oz.Filet Mignon Gina Marie, with pears, raisins As you enter there is a small bar/lounge with 7 and prosciutto in a cognac cream sauce; and Chef “The Island of Many Beaches” seats as well as standing room. The old bar has been Caputo’s extraordinary Veal Chop Valdostana, a replaced along with the beer and liquor lines. Two double-cut veal chop with sautéed onions, peppers, well-stocked wine cabinets greet you in the lobby mushrooms over thinly sliced potatoes. area. There is a frosted glass divider between the At lunch the house also prepares entrée sized bar and 50-seat dining room highlighted by tables salads, heros and wraps, and the huge two-fisted dressed in beige and burgundy tablecloths, yellow house burgers are unbelievable! For dessert check bistro-type walls painted with grape vines, hanging out the house made Italian Cheesecake, Chocolate paintings of European street scenes, and charming Brownie and Chocolate Ravioli. lace burgundy sconces. Special Hint: Weekly specials to take note of Over on one wall in the dining room is in- include a 5-Course Meal for $30 per person plus scribed: “chi mangia bene, viva bene” (if you eat tax & tip; complete 4-Course Dinners served Mon- well, you live well), and that’s the overriding phi- day thru Friday for $19.95 per person; and a daily losophy here. Chef Caputo has a history of serv- 4-Course Luncheon Special for $15.95 per person. A ing generous portions of fresh made-to-order food; Children’s Menu is available starting at $6.50. ‘family style’ some call it. At Chianti customers will Chianti Ristorante,174 Marbledale Road, Tucka- also have the option of ordering individual sized hoe. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days portions as well, for some specialties, that is. And a week, from noon to 10 p.m. Monday thru Saturday; there are always plenty of doggie bags on hand. noon to 9 p.m. Sundays. Main courses at lunch: $7.50 Great hot and cold starters include: Seafood to $15.50. Dinner main courses: $12.50 to $35. Chil- Salad, with shrimp, calamari, scungilli, scallops; dren’s menu from $6.50. Bar/lounge with TV and cock- Clams Oreganata, whole clams lightly breaded and tails. On or off-premise catering. Major credit cards. Ca- broiled; Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with crab- sual dress. Free parking. Reservations accepted for parties meat, pancetta, spinach in cognac cream sauce; of 6 or more, otherwise first come first served. 346-8844. Nelson’s Dockyard National Park and Garlic Bread Paoliccimo, topped with chopped (Morris Gut ihas been tracking and writing about I have just returned from my fourth visit a private island, 10 minutes from the main- broccoli rabe, sun dried tomatoes, cherry peppers, the food and dining scene in greater Westchester for over to Antigua. This 108 square mile island para- land. At Jumby Bay, there are rooms, suites and garlic, gorgonzola and mozzarella cheeses. If you 25 years. 235-6591. [email protected]) dise best known for its 365 beaches, has much private homes available for rent. You will ex- beyond the powder- white sand and crystal perience gourmet dining, a fabulous staff and clear water. Five star dining. You can visit Nelson’s Dockyard National You might ask why I would return so many Park, where you step back in time and explore times. It’s all about the people – their warm, the only working original Georgian Dockyard genuine smiles and conversation eager to make in the world. Visit Belly’s Hope, a 300 year old you feel at home on this island paradise is the sugar plantation, located on the eastern side of reason to come back. There is nothing quite the island, or Cades Bay Pineapple Station and like falling asleep to the sound of the waves take an “Antiguan Black” pineapple home. crashing on the shore or the peaceful sense of Did you know that Antigua has a rainfor- calm reading in a hammock on the beach. est where you can zipline? You swim with the I highly recommend Antigua for couples, stingrays, play golf, go snorkeling and see a Sea families, a ladies getaway or for a special occa- Turtle (which we were lucky enough to see), or sion. go to the Arts and Crafts Market. Article written by Barbara On this visit, my children and I stayed Nichuals, the President of Bayside at Curtain Bluff, a family-owned 5 star resort. Travel in Bronxville, Eastchester All of the rooms and suites are beachfront, the Travel and Earlfield Travel in Larch- food delicious, and the watersports and other mont. Licensed Travel Insurance activities in abundance. The views from the Agent. For a free consultation call infinity Jacuzzi at the spa are breathtaking! We 833-8880 or visit www.luxurytrav- spent the day at Jumby Bay, a resort located on elservice.com 12 • June 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com A Grand Celebration of New Rochelle Notables continued from page 5 Professor at College of The March (2005) and Homer and Langley Rob Reiner, T.V. Personality, Actor, Writer, (2009). Director -- In 1953, Carl and Estelle Reiner Jay Leno, television Personality and Co- moved from the Bronx with their 6 year old New Rochelle Wins Emmy median -- Jay Leno grew up on Leland Avenue son Rob to 48 Bonnie Meadow Road in New in New Rochelle, attending Trinity school Rochelle. The home and community became until his family moved to Massachusetts, in the inspiration for hit TV series The Dick Van 1959. Dyke Show staring Dick Van Dyke and Mary Frederick Douglass Patterson -- Frederick Tyler Moore as the quintessential American Douglas Patterson was an educator, humani- suburban couple (1961 to 1966). tarian and doctor of veterinary medicine. He Mighty Mouse (Paul Terry, Animator) is best remembered for founding (UNCF). In -- In 1934, Paul Terry settled his pioneering 1935, He was president of Tuskegee Normal animation studio, Terrytoons, in the Pershing and Industrial Institute (now Tuskegee Uni- Square Building in New Rochelle, now known versity), one of the foremost African Ameri- as the Kaufman or “K” Building. In 1949, he can institutions of higher education in the moved his studio to the former Knights of country, founder of the United Negro College Columbus Hall at 38 Centre Avenue. Over the Fund, initiator of the black Army Air Corps next several decades, the studio would create (Tuskegee Airmen0 and recipient of the Presi- some of America’s most beloved cartoons, in- dential Medal of Freedom. cluding the famous mouse, Heckle and Jeckle, Carl Reiner, T.V. Writer, Director, and Gandy Goose and Deputy Dawg.

Dr. Amy Bass, Professor of History and Director of the Honors Program in the School of Arts & Sciences at The College of New Rochelle, has won an Emmy Award for her work on the Games of Wish You Were Here the XXX Olympiad. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences made the announcement on May 7, 2013 at the 34th Annual Sports Emmy Awards. Professor Bass was part of the team from Mobile Lifestyle Can Have Legal Impact NBC that won in the category “Outstanding Live Event Turnaround.” The NBC Sports Group col- lected a total of 11 Emmys, the most of any sports company. The coverage of the London Olympics Many New Yorkers have embraced a de- property is transferred to heirs, poses more received five of those awards. cidedly mobile lifestyle. They think noth- questions. This process typically takes place Dr. Bass worked in London for NBC as Supervisor of the Research Room, the operation that ing of seasonal migrations in search of where the decedent was domiciled, but if serves as the information center for each of NBC’s programming sports platforms. London marked temperate weather. Their families may be real estate is owned in more than one state, the eighth Olympics that Bass has worked with NBC. far-flung, prompting frequent out-of-state probate must be initiated in each location, visits. Or they may be trying out a potential possibly involving different deadlines. Even retirement spot.We account for the highest if the decedent was legally resident else- percentage of Florida’s temporary residents, where, states have been known to claim Greyston Foundation Honors oftenopting to call it home. estate taxes when local ties were extensive But while it’s simple to buy a plane enough. ticket and have the mail forwarded, legal Over 70 percent of New York nursing Koslowsky, Loewentheil and Moelis as it documents don’t always cross state lines so home expenses end up being covered by easily. Differences in state law can have big- Medicaid, but eligibility and covered ser- implications for estate planning and long- vices vary by state. So it pays to understand Celebrates 30 Years of Service to Yonkers term care. In some cases, one jurisdiction how to navigate the system wherever you The Greyston may noteven recognize documents drafted or your parents plan to spend your senior Foundation, a pio- elsewhere due to differences in execution years. In addition, there’s growing interest neer in social en- requirements. Andyou could face unexpect- in “filial responsibility” laws, under which terprise that creates ed tax bills as governments struggle to fill adult offspring could be held accountable jobs and provides their depleted coffers. for the older generation’s expenses. So if integrated programs Generally speaking, spending 183 or Mom or Dad suddenly requires nursing that move individu- more days per year in a location will make home care that isn’t covered by Medicaid— als toward self-suf- you subject to local residency requirements. even for a few months—a son or daughter ficiency, celebrated If you maintain your legal residence in one could suddenly become liable for huge bills. the culmination statefor purposes of voting and taxation, While New York does not currently hold of the its 30th an- but spend significant time elsewhere, it adult children liable for their parents’ nurs- niversary year at its pays to do some contingency planning. ing home costs, in a recent case in Pennsyl- 2013 annual ben- At a minimum, you should discuss vania a court held an adult son responsible efit on May 22 at your residency situation when you meet for his mom’s nursing home expenses. X20 Xaviar’s on the with your attorney to review your will, Since Florida has no state income tax, it Hudson. The event trusts and other important estate planning could be tempting to declare yourself a resi- raised more than instruments. It may be wise to consult an dent if you pass the 183-day test, but New $455,000, a record attorney in each stateto ensure that you’re York is particularly aggressive about claim- for Greyston. Left to right: Jeff Koslowsky, Sarah Brown, Bernie Glassman, Ruth Suzman in compliance with all regulations and that ing taxes from individuals with connections Special honor- you take full advantage of any favorable here. You need to take steps to relinquish ees at this year’s benefit were former Board Chair- age of the proceeds supporting women around the differences. I’ve had an increasing number your New York residency, including the di- man Jeffrey Koslowsky, Managing Member of globe with micro loans through the Whole Foods of clients ask about the benefits of having vestiture of real estate holdings. New York Indigo Asset Management and Chief Financial Of- Foundation. In addition, the brownies are also fea- attorneys collaborate across jurisdictions. residency audits are on the increase, and ficer of Advocate Brokerage in Scarsdale, and Sandy tured in products sold by Shake Shack. Parents had begun spending more time in you’ll bear the burden of proof, including Loewentheil and Ron Moelis, co-founders of L+M Bernie Glassman, a Zen Buddhist priest who Florida or, due to frailty, were moving back documentation of how long you’ve spent Development Partners. founded Greyston Bakery in 1982 to produce qual- to New York to be closer to family, and where. Failure to present a compelling case L+M Development recently partnered with ity, locally-made brownies, attended the benefit. theydidn’t want to suddenly discover that could leave you responsible for state taxes. Greyston to open a new, $32 million multi-family Other notable guests included: Robert Asto- careful estate planning had been rendered Don’t let legal snarls complicate your housing development in Yonkers with 92 modern, rino, Westchester County Executive, Janet DiFiore, invalid. chosen lifestyle. A second home and care- energy-efficient apartments for local families. Westchester County District Attorney; Tim Idoni, While a well drafted trust can stipulate free travel are often the fruit of a lifetime’s As Chair, Koslowsky led Greyston through a Westchester County Clerk; Chuck Lesnick, Presi- that it be administered according to the effort. With a little research and planning, financial restructuring that has transformed the or- dent, Yonkers City Council; Yonkers Deputy Mayor laws of the originating state, it may not be you can avoid untimely complications. ganization and enabled it to grow and invest in the Susan Gerry, and Yonkers City Councilmen Chris advisable to have one state interpret thes- Bernard A. Krooks Yonkers community. As a result of his efforts, the Johnson and Michael Sabatino. tatutes of another. Other documents may is managing partner of Bakery has grown in the past two years and now At the end of the evening Jeff Koslowsky an- prove even more challenging. An advance the law firm Littman exceeds $10 million in sales annually while increas- nounced the kick-off of a new Scholarship Fund directive can become entangled by some- Krooks LLP (www.lit- ing Greyston’s workforce by 50%. for Greyston’s Child Care Center. Named after thing as seemingly trivial as the number of tmankrooks.com; 914- The Greyston Foundation provides jobs for Greyston’s long-time director Sarah Brown, who witnesses to your signature. As a result, doc- 684-2100), with offices the hard-to-employ at a commercial bakery. The recently retired, the fund will provide critically tors and hospitals may fail to respectliving in White Plains, Man- Greyston Bakery has annual revenues of $10 million. needed support for hard-working parents who can’t wills or health care proxies. Banks may not hattan and Fishkill. He The Bakery provides 4 million pounds of afford child care. recognize financial powers of attorney. The is past president of the brownies a year for Ben & Jerry’s popular Chocolate The evening raised $455,000, the most money result could be chaos when you’re least pre- National Academy of Fudge Brownies and Half Baked ice cream flavors. ever raised for the Greyston Foundation. The mon- pared to cope. Elder Law Attorneys. A new partnership with Whole Foods ships brown- ey will be used to continue the Foundation’s work Probate, the procedure through which ies to stores across the United States with a percent- helping the people of Yonkers. www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview June 2013 • 13 Kitchen & Bath Insider© - #152 The Cicadas are Coming!

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