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Volume 49 Number 2 March 2020 One Dollar Library Birthdays and Top Ten Lists By KAREN NANI

Sterling, raised over $400,000 from book the community room to students to play sales and capital funding from then Bronx video games on the Wii or PlayStation, or Borough President, Fernando Ferrer. to do research on the Internet. At the time of the expansion, 57 per- Meanwhile, in honor of the 125th an- cent of Island residents were registered niversary, the NYPL compiled a list of card holders and library users! You can read the Top 10 most checked-out books of all

Photos by RENA HANSEN, KAREN NANI and courtesy of Dorothy Payne more about the exceptional community ef- time since the library was founded. The The New York Public Library is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2020. The City Island forts to expand the library in the July/Au- Top 10 were: “The Snowy Day” by Ezra branch’s 109-year history includes the early location on City Island Avenue where Alice gust 1996 issue of The Island Current. All Jack Keats; “The Cat in the Hat” by Dr. Payne was librarian (top photo), the expansion of the present location at 320 City Island back issues of The Current are available at Seuss; “1984” by George Orwell; “Where Avenue in 1996 (ground-breaking ceremony, above photo), and the current library staff, the library and the current manager, Tiffany The Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak; building and collections (photos right). McCrae, is committed to maintaining the “To Kill A Mockingbird” by Harper Lee; newspaper archives. The earlier years were “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White; “Fahr- The New York Public Library (NYPL) Avenue near Cross Street. The library was bound, but now the NYPL will no longer enheit 451” by Ray Bradbury; “How To was founded in 1895 and is celebrating its stocked with books from the private collec- cover that cost, so she is accumulating them Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale milestone 125th anniversary this year. The tions of Mrs. Appleton and Mrs. Robert Ja- in a looser format. Carnegie; “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s NYPL has 92 locations throughout New cob, but the NYPL agreed to furnish books Given the Island’s nautical history, it Stone” by J.K. Rowling; and “The Very York City; among them is the City Island from its Traveling Library Division “if a is fitting that the City Island Library has a Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle. branch, which was founded in 1911. place were provided and a person would 1,000+ volume Ship Collection, including Most of these books have been checked However, there was a library on the Is- take charge.” The first librarian was Miss books on boat construction, naval history, out over 300,000 times since the NYPL land before the NYPL established a branch Helen Pell, assisted by Miss Mamie Gold- pirating, famous shipwrecks, lighthouses, was founded and the books were published. here. An old photograph of Sam Miller’s en. sea fiction and surfing. Among the treasures Honorable mention was given to the chil- grocery store at the corner of Hawkins Eventually, the library moved to larger in the collection are seascapes by famed Is- dren’s book “Goodnight Moon” by Mar- Street (then Orchard Street) shows a sign quarters at 325 City Island Avenue, where land photographer Morris Rosenfield. garet Wise Brown, which would have been “Circulating Library.” Island resident and the Sea Breeze Deli is located, and in addi- Ms. McCrae, who has worked for the among the system’s top checkouts if not for historian Tom Nye, the great-grandson of tion to books, it offered puppet shows and NYPL for 14 years, is excited about the an- an odd piece of history: extremely influ- Sam Miller, confirms that there was indeed story hours for children. Mrs. Stella Web- niversary and the many programs offered at ential New York Public Library children’s a circulating library in the store as early as ber was the head librarian for 25 years at the City Island branch. She told The Cur- librarian Anne Carroll Moore disliked the the 1890s. the City Island branch, which celebrated its rent, “we enjoy serving the City Island story so much when it was published in According to Alice Payne, author of golden anniversary in 1961. community and the anniversary allows us 1947 that the Library didn’t carry it until “City Island: Tales of the Clam Diggers” In 1970 the library moved across the the educate Islanders about the library.” 1972. and a librarian on the Island for many years, street to 320 City Island Avenue, on the The expanded branch now features a The City Island branch has tied into the “first sub-branch of the NYPL to be corner of east Bay Street. The branch was separate reference and children’s section the NYPL list with graphics from the cover serviced in the outlying areas of the city” the smallest in the city’s library system, but and a landscaped backyard garden for pub- of “The Snowy Day” on the front door and was established in 1911, through one of its in 1996, thanks to the efforts of Friends of lic use. A new community room can accom- on a special edition library card available trustees (H.C. Appleton), whose sister-in- the Library, it was expanded from 1,900 to modate 45 people for programs, lectures to anyone. It also compiled its own Top law (Dora Appleton) lived on City Island. about 5,000 square feet. This group, led by and meetings. Eight laptops and four regu- 10 List for 2019 and the most checked- The first location of the branch library was Sara McPherson, Laura Nadoolman, Shir- lar computer stations are available for pub- out books include, “Ella Minnow Pea” by Buchbinder’s Drug Store at 527 City Island ley Litwak, Jane Protzman and Carmen lic use. During the school year, they open Continued on page 7 Page Two The Island Current March 2020 briefly... LOOKING FOR PICTURES: Work on the City Island Nautical Museum’s Oral History Project continues in preparation for its launch on Sunday, May 17. The project is based on interviews of City Islanders in 1984 who recall their school years, the impact of historic events on the Island, growing up in the City Island community and working in the boatyards and sail lofts. The developers of this project are looking for informal pictures from St. Mary’s School, especially of students and nuns rather than graduation pictures, and for photographs of some of the interviewees, especially Harry Chernoff (the button king), Doug Hearle, Herbert and Hunter Hild, Leo Keane, Elsa Gilbert Kroepke, Jenny Lowndes and Francis Horton Smithson. Anyone who has photos and would consider loan- ing them to the museum to scan for this project, please contact [email protected].

SPRING FLING: On Saturday, March 21, Temple Beth-El will hold its 86th An- niversary Gala Dinner Dance from 7 to 11 p.m. at Pelham/Split Rock Golf Course. It’s a highlight of the TBE year, the annual gala dinner dance to benefit Your Shul by the Sea. Bring your dancing shoes and dress colorfully for this first day of spring. This year’s event honors TBE vice president Jodie Sadovsky and Phillis Mauciri (see ad this issue).

2/3 – At a commercial establishment on City Island Avenue, a male reporter told 45 BLOTTER police that when he arrived at the location, some windows had been broken. Video foot- age showed three unknown males throwing Complaints reported from City Is- objects at the windows. Police are investi- land to the 45th Precinct during January gating. and February 2020. Unfounded com- 2/10 – An off-Island male reported an plaints are not included in the list. incident of lost property on City Island Ave- 1 – AGGRAVATED HARASSMENT nue at 8 p.m. The victim noticed the license 1 – GRAND LARCENY plate missing from his vehicle. 1 – CRIMINAL MISCHIEF 2/12 – Police from the 45th Precinct 2 – LOST PROPERTY took a report of graffiti andalismv of a USPS 1 – GRAFFITI mailbox on City Island Avenue at 9 p.m. Police provided details on the follow- ing arrests and incidents for the period from Jan. 22 to Feb. 17, 2020. 1/23 – On Buckley Street at 9:15 a.m., CORRECTION a female Islander reported an incident of The article about Hells Angels grand larceny. The victim said she received on City Island in the February issue (718) 885-1050 a phone call from an unknown person im- of The Island Current contains an (718) 885-3419 personating a family member who had al- error regarding the purchase by the legedly been arrested. He told her to with- draw $9,400 from her account and hand it club of a building at 415 City Island to a courier, which she did. Police learned Avenue. The apartment building next [email protected] the phone call was a scam. door, at 417 City Island Avenue, is 1/30 – At 6 p.m. on City Island Av- the one purchased by the club. The enue, a female Islander told police that error occurred because the New York her daughter was being harassed by an City Departments of Buildings and PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS. unknown caller. The victim feared for her Finance have 415-417 listed as the THEY KEEP YOUR LOCAL PAPER GOING! safety after multiple calls. same property, whereas 415 is To 2/2 – An Island male reported an inci- Go Express and 417 is the apartment dent of lost property at 1 p.m. on Winters building. The Current regrets the er- Street. The complainant is a retired NYPD ror and apologizes to the owners of member and his NYPD identification was missing. 415.

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Typeset by Marguerite Chadwick-Juner, Witworks Studio Graphic Design, Oriental, NC 28571 Printed by Stellar Printing Inc., 3838 9th St., Long Island City, NY 11101 The Island Current (USPS 114-590) is published monthly except for January and August by the Island Current Inc., a not-for-profit organization. Subscription rate, $12.00 per year. Single copies, $1.00. All subscriptions, editorial, advertis- ing and other correspondence must be mailed to: The Island Current, P.O. Box 6, City Island, Bronx, NY 10464. Display advertising deadline is the 10th of the month preceding publication, call 885-0760. Copyright 2020 by The Island Current, Inc., 724 King Ave., City Island, Bronx, NY 10464. All rights reserved. PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT BRONX, NY. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Island Current, P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY 10464. March 2020 The Island Current Page Three Consolidated Yacht Yard at Risk By BARBARA DOLENSEK Many City Islanders were alarmed at the turing uses permitted are those that reflect news that the Consolidated Yacht Yard at 157 the Island’s nautical flavor or serve the retail Pilot Street might be replaced by a contrac- needs of residents and visitors.” Members of tor’s yard for storing huge construction cranes. the community, including the Civic Associa- The property is owned by KBJB Temp tion, the City Island Historical Society and the LLC, which is owned by Joseph Briody, who City Island Oyster Reef, are working to make purchased the property from Wesley Rod- certain that the Department of Buildings un- strom three years ago. Mr. Briody leased the derstands the intention of the Special District boatyard to Mr. Rodstrom, but that lease ex- Zoning and denies the permit for crane stor- pires on June 30 this year. We have learned age. that U.S. Crane & Rigging, LLC, has entered It should be noted that Consolidated into a contract to purchase the property and to Yacht Yard is across the street from Pilot convert it to a contractor’s yard for the storage Cove Manor, which houses 135 seniors, and of building cranes, which would be moved on where access by emergency vehicles must and off the Island by truck and/or barge. The not be compromised. Grace Church, up the Photo by MATT PANZA historic buildings would likely be demolished street from the yard, was built by David Carll, The Department of Transportation organized the replacement of many sidewalks on and the yacht yard would cease to exist. who operated the historic boatyard from the City Island during February in order to correct defects or illegal installations. Owners Many Island residents are not aware that 1860s to 1900. The building, which is on the of properties with sidewalks that do not meet current regulations were inspected and National Register of Historic Places, has mul- this site has been an active boatyard since issued violations some months ago. The cost of correcting damage caused by trees tiple stained-glass windows that would most 1856, and it is probably the only one in the will be paid by the city, but owners will be billed for the repair of other defects. city to have remained in constant use since definitely be at risk with the movement in and that time. In 1870, the first successful defend- out of large building cranes on flat-bed trucks. er of the America’s Cup was rebuilt here; from The church hall also houses a senior center the 1860s through 1980, some of the most administered by the Presbyterian Senior Ser- beautiful wooden yachts in the world were vices. On the same corner as Consolidated is a built and launched here; during World War II, house for disabled adults operated by the As- many minesweepers, PT boats and other mili- sociation for the Advancement of Blind and tary vessels were constructed here for the U.S. Retarded; not only would their lives be affect- Navy. Many boat owners continue to use the ed by a crane yard, but the house, which dates yard for repair, winter storage, dock space and to the 1860s, would also be compromised. maintenance during the season. Community Board 10 has asked represen- The website for the Department of City tatives of U.S. Crane & Rigging to come to Planning, in its introduction to the City Is- the board and describe their intentions for use land Special District Zoning regulations, of the property. As of press time, they had not states: “The only commercial and manufac- responded to the invitation. Nurse-Family Center May

Photo by MATT PANZA Come to City Island The Department of Transportation recently installed a street light at Bowne Street and By BARBARA DOLENSEK City Island Avenue after evaluating a request made by a City Island resident who was On Feb. 10, 2020, two professional grant and/or children in mental crisis. However, The concerned about the number of accidents at the Seafood City exit. writers met with the executive board of the Current has since been informed that there is City Island Civic Association to describe sev- only one program for which the doctors, own- eral possible programs that may end up on ers of Centennial Housing in the Bronx, will Melissa Cebollero, City Island. They told the Civic board that be applying for funding to support. they were representing two doctors who were The proposed Nurse-Family Partnership applying for grants from both the federal gov- program is a non-residential program designed Leader, Community Center ernment and the New York State Department to help low-income mothers pregnant for the of Mental Health and wanted to know what first time. Each mother is partnered with a Health Program types of programs would be acceptable to the registered nurse early in her pregnancy and re- By BARBARA DOLENSEK City Island community. ceives ongoing nurse home visits through the The grant writers explained that the doc- child’s second birthday. Only professionals, The board of the City Island Commu- Community Center board and membership, tors were interested in leasing property on City nurse practitioners, physicians, nutritionists nity Center recently asked Island resident as well as the broader City Island com- Island that would be in line with “the certifi- and so on will occupy the designated buildings Melissa Cebollero to serve as the health co- munity in order to understand the type of cate of occupancy, the zoning laws and prefer- on City Island for office work, clerical work, ordinator for the Center by helping to plan questions, access to services and resources ences of CityLibrary Island’s Civic Board, and any training and counseling sessions during busi- and coordinate monthly health program- that are most pressing for this community. other regulatoryContinued bodies.” from pageResearch 1 by Civic ness hours. The Current has been assured that ming. As she told The Current, “I am excited to board members reveal that two buildings on no clients will reside in the property at any Melissa has lived on City Island for have reached a point in my professional ca- the Island—176 Kilroe (the former convent) time, day or night. the past 15 years and is raising three clam reer where I can be of added value to the and 596 Minneford—were purchased last year The Civic board explained to the grant diggers, all daughters. Her goal is to learn community in which my family happily re- by a real estate firm that intends to lease them. writers that City Island already has two homes the most pressing health concerns of the sides.” Because one of the buildings can accommo- for disabled adults and a state-run day reha- Melissa is former director of Health date multiple residents, the Civic assumes that bilitation center, as well as traffic issues, no these are among the properties the doctors and Human Services for the Bronx Bor- medical or police facilities on the Island and ough President’s office, which is engaged have in mind. limited public transportation. The grant writ- with the health policy and engagement The Civic officers reviewed the grants ers noted this but responded that the emergen- portfolio for the 1.4 million residents of the for which the doctors would be applying, and cy lane would make it possible for patients in the possibilities included crisis intervention need to reach appropriate medical facilities if Bronx. In that capacity, she helped found centers offering temporary housing for adults needed. a borough-wide initiative called #Not62 The Civic reached out to elected officials, Campaign for a Healthy Bronx. This initia- including Councilmember Mark Gjonaj, State tive works to guide the borough out of last Senator Alessandra Biaggi and Assembly- place, or 62 out of 62, in New York State man Mike Benedetto for help in evaluating with regard to health indicators and out- MrChimney.com potential problems with crisis rehabilitation comes. centers on City Island. However, the program She is currently employed by the Cleaning & Repairs described by the doctors is far less likely to Montefiore Health System, managing cause problems for Island residents. The grant government and community relations for writers told the Civic that their clients will be the system’s 11 hospitals, 250 ambulatory 718-329-3296 moving forward right away to apply for grants sites and the Albert Einstein College of 800-834-3155 to fund their program and that “they look for- Medicine. The main focus of her work is ward to joining any other Civic board meet- to maintain good relationships throughout ings once they have situated their program in the communities where Montefiore has a the community as new neighbors.” presence and to proactively facilitate stra- tegic community engagement that provides much-needed health education, access to clinical resources and health screenings. Once she has learned about the most pressing health concerns of the Island com- munity, she will organize the most strate- gic health programming to answer those needs, which began with a workshop cover- ing heart health in February. In March she will explore women’s health, April will be dedicated to autism and May will focus on mental health, after which the Center board will convene to plan summer programming. Page Four The Island Current March 2020

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People believe what you print, and I expect an apology and retraction imme- diately. The article also mentions my ten- ants, which is completely unfair to them as well. I love City Island and the people of City Island and will continue to represent it ethically. Louise DelGiudice Editor’s Note: See Correction page 2. We welcome letters and opinions. Letters longer than 250 words will be edited, with every effort made to preserve their substance. We reserve the right not to print letters that are copies, libelous, inaccurate or in bad taste, or those that cannot be verified. Include your phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, but names will be withheld upon request. Clearing Up Confusion To the Editor, I would like to make a correction to an article written on the front page of the January-February Island Current, “Hells Angels on the Island,” regarding my prop- erty located at 415 City Island Avenue. For the record, I have owned this property for over 21 years and I have not sold it, as the article claims. The property that was sold recently, which has nothing to do with me is 417 City Island Ave- nue, my neighbor. He sold this property directly to the current owners. Maybe you should have reached out to me to confirm an address prior to printing this article. I consider this a slanderous claim because it could directly impact my business as a real estate agent on the Island. March 2020 The Island Current Page Five Sewage Pollution in City Island Waterways? An Investigation By ADJIE HENDERSON and BARBARA DOLENSEK This article is the first of a series on the billion gallons of raw sewage and polluted problem of sewage in New York City waters. stormwater are discharged from 460 combined It begins with an overview. The subject will be sewage overflows through “outfalls” (large continued in future issues of The Current in open pipes carrying untreated sewage) into more depth. New York Harbor every year. For decades, Although City Islanders may be unaware it was not just simple overflows. Raw sew- of it, many New York City waterways contain age from the Upper West Side of Manhattan some level of sewage, especially after rain- flowed untreated into the Hudson River as re- storms, a matter that has recently come to the cently as 1986, according to the environmental Images courtesy of SAVE THE SOUND attention of several Island groups. In this area, group Riverkeeper. The last of the treatment This map of Long Island Sound shows the water quality as of 2018. The Western Nar- the sewage comes from many sources, includ- plants around the city were not completed rows, in which City Island is located, have remained stalled at an “F” grade (45%) since ing our own sewer system, as well as from until the late 1980s. Today, with aging pipes 2008. The area is densely developed, heavily populated and has very little exchange surrounding towns, especially Mount Vernon, on some side streets on City Island, polluted with the Atlantic Ocean, so it is still suffering from nitrogen pollution stemming from which has raw sewage leakage issues that rain water uses the street as the easiest gravita- human waste and stormwater runoff. Save the Sound, which monitors the water go directly into the Hutchinson River, which tional path directly to Long Island Sound. regularly, indicates that this most challenging part of the Sound has shown significant flows into Eastchester Bay. improvements in dissolved organic carbon in the 10-year data, leading to a sense of Many sewer systems still use leaky pipes optimism for scientists involved in the study. However, the levels of fecal bacteria in City Island Waterway Quality the Hutchinson River are far higher than those of other rivers along the Sound. that are decades old and have definitely passed In 1938, the WPA developed a sewage their usefulness. Given what we pay the city’s system for City Island that became a very out- Department of Environmental Protection dated system of street sewers, cesspools and (DEP) for water and sewer, our expectation septic tanks. A central pipe was laid down City is that the city has replaced all of the bad or Island Avenue, and lateral street lines were aging pipes. Yet even with functionally perfect fed into the central pipe. One pipe exited on pipes, some systems are set up to allow some east Schofield Street into the Sound, but was overflow into nearby waterways when it rains, probably later linked to a treatment plant on and that can include a solution of raw sewage Ward Island to avoid the pollution of Orchard and anything that is tossed down the drain or Beach. onto your street (e.g., dog poop, car fluids, The main sewer pipe on City Island Av- lawn fertilizer, industrial and restaurant waste, enue was replaced in 2006–2008 with one medicines). sewer line for storm runoff and a sanitary sew- It works like this. According to DEP, sew- er line for human waste, each of which exit at age drainage systems in New York City fall the east end of Schofield Street in a CSO. The into two main categories. A minority of sys- storm sewer north of Schofield empties as a tems use two separate lines; one for human runoff into Long Island Sound at east Scho- However, it is worth noting that although However, Mount Vernon has just elected wastewater and commercial/industrial waste- field. On streets south of Schofield, the storm Orchard Beach was closed down for swimming a new mayor, Shawyn Patterson-Howard, who water and the other for rainwater and whatever water exits at Belden Point through a line only a handful of times over the last 20 years, is determined to help remedy the situation and finds its way into the street sewers. This two- that runs under City Island Avenue. Industrial two beaches on City Island have received assured a group of concerned Island residents barrel system reduces the liquid load coming and human waste is pumped from a station multiple warnings and several closings dur- that the issue is a priority for her. The Current into sewage plants, since street sewage water on east Schofield across the Island to Centre ing the past decade, usually after rainstorms, will write more about the lawsuit in the next can be discharged separately during rains (or Street, where the pipe runs under the Sound from the DOH, which records these statistics article, but clearly it will take a long time to floods) directly into waterways. The more usu- to a Throggs Neck interceptor and ends up at on its website, www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/ wend its way through the court system. The al system, however, is one in which everything the Hunts Point treatment facility. The DEP health-topics/beach-class.page#report. The Mount Vernon sewage leaks may affect the flows through the same pipe, which results in assures residents that the pumping station on warning signs issued to these beaches by the west side of City Island, since the Hutchinson untreated overflows into receiving waters after east Schofield is adequate to the task. So far, Health Department indicate that the “water River is subject to tidal flow, and untreated certain levels of rain. These pipes are called we have been unable to obtain a map of the is contaminated with sewage or storm runoff, sewage can move with the tide. The Hutchin- combined sewage overflows, or CSOs, and complete sewage system on City Island. which may cause vomiting, diarrhea, respira- son River is also used as a dumping ground they account for 60 percent of the city’s sewer Much of Long Island Sound has been tory illness or infections.” for any liquids associated with cars, as well system. As the DEP puts it: “When flows sur- cleaned up in recent years, largely thanks to the The discharge of any sewage overflow as motors, tires, etc., from the mechanics’ sta- pass twice the design capacity of the wastewa- environmental organization Save the Sound into coastal waters brings pathogens. Untreat- tions above Co-op City. ter treatment plant, a mix of stormwater and (SavetheSound.org), but the area of the Sound ed wastewater of any kind can cause health One of our most important environmen- untreated sewage flows directly into local wa- called the Western Narrows, which extends hazards for people and animals as the load of tal laws, the National Environmental Policy terways to prevent damage to our wastewater from Sands Point on Long Island across to the pathogenic microorganisms associated with Act (NEPA), states that the government is re- infrastructure.” north end of Pelham Bay Park, continues to human disease and fecal pollution increases. sponsible for “assuring for all Americans safe, There are a few areas of the USA where be classified with an F rating (see chart). The There are many types of disease-causing healthful, productive, and esthetically and overflow tanks have been constructed to hold Save the Sound report evaluates water qual- pathogens in the raw sewage that is discharged culturally pleasing surroundings.” More than sewage until it can be treated, but there are ity on five criteria: overall quality, dissolved into local waterways, according to the Long 160 nations have used the law as a goalpost for few in our area. Even where there are separate oxygen, nutrients, chlorophyll and water clar- Island Sound Study, a bi-state partnership maintaining a safe environment. The introduc- lines (SSOs) for raw and storm drains, some ity. The NYS Department of Environmental consisting of federal and state agencies, user tion of the Clean Water Act of 1972 led to the overflows can be expected. The outcome, as Conservation (DEC) has designated the waters groups, concerned organizations and individu- availability of grant funding and legal require- reported in the New York Times, is that 20 around City Island as “uncertified,” meaning als dedicated to restoring and protecting the ments for at least a minimal level of water that shellfish cannot be harvested for use of Sound. treatment. BUDDY’S HARDWARE food. DEP regularly monitors these waters It is good news that most of the nearby We will tackle the question of “why can’t for pollutants, as does the NYC Department & MARINE towns along the Sound have largely cleaned something be done?” in the next issue of The of Health, and Save the Sound tests the waters up their acts, but the biggest miscreant in our Current. In the interim, please think about weekly in Eastchester Bay and the Hutchinson A full service hardware area is Mount Vernon. The city’s infrastruc- contributing time and money to City Island River throughout much of the year. ture is inadequate, and untreated sewage has groups, such as the Hutchinson River Res- & marine supply store Part of the reason that these waters are been discharging from the stormwater pipes toration Project, the City Island Oyster Reef considered uncertified is the outflow from the KARL HOEDL into the Bronx and Hutchinson Rivers. Cur- and City Island Indivisible. These groups are CSO’s on the Hutchinson River. Two of them, rently, there is a lawsuit in process based on forming a coalition to working with elected of- located at 233rd Street and Conner Street, 268 City Island Ave. the Federal Clean Water Act against Mount ficials and environmental groups to fight wa- overflow often in rainstorms, according to Bronx, NY 10464 Vernon, filed by the United States of America, terway pollution in our area. DEP data. This does not mean that the water the State of New York, and the Commissioner For further reading: www.epa.gov/nutri- is unsafe for swimming every day during the of NY State’s DEC. The city concedes liability entpollution/issue; https://longislandsound- 718-885-1447 warm weather. In fact, many Island adults and and does not dispute that it is in violation, but study.net; www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/ Fax: 718-885-1617 children swim off and enjoy the beaches on claims that owing to long-standing financial PMC4077002; www.riverkeeper.org/cam- [email protected] the west side of the Island, including Ford- mismanagement and corruption, it does not paigns/stop-polluters/sewage-contamination/ ham Street Beach Club, Earley Street and the have the funds to remedy the situation. cso; www.soundhealthexplorer.org Morris Yacht Club, without complaints or any health issues. Page Six The Island Current March 2020

day, March 28, at 1 p.m. to 12 p.m., BPMM will present a fruit Mensa Mondays: Doing puzzles has tree pruning workshop. Early March is the been linked to improved memory, better perfect time prune your fruit trees as they problem-solving skills and even lower will be just coming out of their winter dor- stress levels. Let us help you work off mancy. Learn how to do it right in Bartow- those Monday blues by providing you Pell’s apple orchard with Master Arborist with riddles, word searches and number Dan Dalton of Almstead Tree Care. Bring As a service to our readers, The Island puzzles to train your brain! Every Monday your favorite pruners or borrow a pair of Current will periodically list recent sales PROGRAMS AT THE from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ours. Rain or shine. Registration suggest- of residential and commercial property as CITY ISLAND LIBRARY Computer Lab Assistance Monday: ed. Cost Free. found in the public record. This feature is 718-885-1703 C.L.A.M. is here to shell out answers to Bring your friends to Bartow-Pell’s designed to give a general idea of the fair Our hours are: Monday and Thursday, your tech questions! Use one of our desk- conservatory on Saturday, March 21, at 3 market values of property on City Island. An 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and tops or laptops, or bring your own device. p.m., for conversation, light refreshments, update will be published every few months Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday Smartphones, e-readers and tablets are and, of course, tea. Find out the difference at our discretion. The following information and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. welcome as well. Every Monday from 11 between high and low teas, fun etiquette was collected by Janie Blanks, associate a.m. to 1 p.m. facts, and why this afternoon ritual began. MARCH CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS broker with Exp Realty, LLC. The Current City Island Scrabble Club: If you’re Because of limited space, registration is re- Reading Rocks! A Sensory-Friendly is not responsible for errors or omissions in looking for some friendly competition, quired. Cost $40. Music, Bubble, and Comedy Series: This the data. critically acclaimed music series is about then join our Scrabble Club! Come in On Thursday, March 26, 7 p.m. join inclusivity and why reading rocks! Each and flex your vocabulary muscles. Note: American classical furniture and decorative Sale Closing week kids will dance, sing and hear sto- Limited to 12 participants, registration arts expert and Bartow-Pell board member Address Price Date ries that include counting, colors, animals required. Thursdays, March 5 and 19, at 5 Carswell Rush Berlin for cocktails in the p.m. conservatory, followed by a tour of the One-Family Houses and music. Parents, teachers and caregiv- 400 King Avenue $600,000 10/4/19 ers are also welcome to join the fun. All Crossword Crunch: There’s no “I” mansion featuring some of the museum’s 77 Bay Street 580,000 10/4/19 programs are created and facilitated by in team, but there is a lot of fun in solving most important pieces. Cost Bartow-Pell 179 Hawkins Street 160,000 10/10/19 certified music therapists and certified puzzles with friends! Join us in unwrap- Members: $10; Not-Yet Members: $15. 345 King Avenue 400,000 10/23/19 specialists in autism and early childhood. ping the clues and attempting to complete First Friday will kick off the season on 678 King Avenue 1,200,000 11/01/19 Recommended for children ages 2 through the entire puzzle before time runs out! Friday, April 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. with a per- 670 Minneford Avenue 383,000 11/21/19 5 years old with parent/caregiver. No Who’s ready to savor the sweet taste of formance by John Michael Hersey. Enjoy 626 King Avenue 1,300,000 12/9/19 registration required. Presented by Turtle victory? No registration required. Thurs- the music, explore the museum, and stroll 32 Winters Street 590,000 12/20/19 256 City Island Avenue 426,000 12/23/19 Dance Music. Every Wednesday at 11 a.m. days, March 12 and 26, at 5 p.m. the garden; light refreshments are avail- City Island Book Club: Call or stop able. The free trolley makes an hourly loop 105 Rochelle Street 560,000 12/27/19 Circle Time: Children from birth 119 Pilot Street 675,000 1/15/20 to 3 years old and their caregivers can by the branch for more information. Mon- starting at 5:25 p.m. from the #6 Pelham days, March 9 and 23, at 5 p.m. Bay Park subway station to Bartow-Pell to enjoy stories, songs and finger plays while Two-Family Houses spending time with other toddlers. Limit The Island Writers: This is a group City Island. Registration requested. Cost 85 Earley Street 800,000 10/3/19 of 15 children with their caregivers. Craft for all who are interested in writing either Heritage Members and above: Free; Friend 197 Beach Street 520,000 1/7/20 included. Every Tuesday from 11 to 11:45 professionally or personally. Regardless Members: $5; Not-Yet Members: Adults a.m. of your experience level, we’re here to $15; Seniors/Students $10. Condominiums help one another along in the journey of The BPMM annual Easter Egg Hunt 37 Island Point 914,389 10/8/19 Tiny Tots: Learn, grow, and have fun 238 Bowne St., 254A 373,100 10/16/19 through educational play! Ages birth to 4. self-expression and creativity. All are wel- will be held on Saturday, April 4, from 10 come, so come join in on the literary fun! a.m. to 1 p.m. This is the one day when 33 Island Point 944,936 10/21/19 Every Thursday at 11 a.m. 7 Island Point 730,000 10/28/19 Read & Play: Children from birth to Every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. it’s okay to put all your eggs in one basket! 152 Tier Street, 202A 415,000 11/6/19 3 years old and caregivers can take part in One-on-One: Computer, Tablet, Children 2 through 12 hunt for eggs, enjoy 39 Island Point 914,389 11/6/19 wonderful stories, discover amazing toys and Resume Instruction: Stop in or call arts and crafts, and have photos taken with 41 Island Point 832,929 12/6/19 and meet new friends in this fun, informal to make an appointment for one hour of the Easter Bunny. Please bring your own 43 Island Point 1,100,000 1/2/20 program. Limit of 15 children with their personalized instruction that addresses basket. Tickets online at bpmm.org. Rain 2 Leeward Lane, 20 450,000 1/24/20 caregivers. Every Friday from 11 to 11:30 your questions and concerns. No com- date: Sunday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 170 Schofield Street, 2H 263,000 1/27/20 a.m. puter? No problem! We have computers Free parking across the street in the Pel- Disclaimer: The above sales include foreclosures and Craft-A-Way: Drop in and partici- available for instructional use. Registra- ham Bay/Split Rock Golf Course parking family transfers, which do not reflect real market or pate in creating projects related to a theme tion required. lot. Cost Bartow-Pell Member Children: assessed value in those cases. or holiday. Ages 2 to 5. Friday, March 20, Saturday Afternoon Movie: Feature $12; Not-Yet Members: $16. at 11:30 a.m. movie titles, varying in length, at 1 p.m. March 7: “Some American Feminists” MARCH TEEN and TWEEN (documentary with discussion); March 14: PROGRAMS “Brooklyn”; March 21: “Suffragette.” Juggling 101 Come juggle with Some programs require advance reg- Tommy and his merry band of jugglers! istration, which can be done in person, or They’ll perform for you, and we’ll spend by phone. All programs are free! some time learning how to juggle together. This session includes a juggling ball- making workshop, and you’ll be able to take home what you create. If you’ve ever wanted to step right up and join the circus, now’s your chance! Wednesday March 11, at 4 p.m. Books and Bites: Every week, come together to read the selected book while enjoying some snacks! We will be reading “The Bridge Home.” Every Thursday at 4 p.m. After School Lounge: Looking for a quiet place to get some homework done? Take advantage of library resources to catch up on homework, study, and read. Bartow-Pell Events Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 Both a New York City and a National to 5 p.m. Landmark, Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, Game Jam: Get in the game! Whether 895 Shore Road in Pelham Bay Park, offers it’s using the Wii or going old school and programs, exhibitions, and special events getting out the board games, this is the that speak to contemporary life, connect perfect way to relax at the end of the the past to the present, and cultivate ap- week! Every Friday at 3:30 p.m. preciation for the area’s historical, natu- Wacky Wednesdays: Take some time ral, and cultural resources. The museum is halfway through the week to explore tech- open to the public Wednesdays, Saturdays nology, research and the arts with differ- and Sundays, 12 to 4 p.m. For more infor- ent activities. Every Wednesday at 4 p.m. mation or reservations, call 718-885-1461. March 4: Try Irish!; March 18: Women’s There will be a Pysanky Workshop on Right Buttons; March 25: Lego Freebuild. Sunday, March 1, from 12 to 3 p.m. Learn the time-honored art of creating intricately MARCH ADULT PROGRAMS patterned Ukrainian Easter eggs, and make Live Music with Annette St. John. your own, using a wax-resist technique at Born and raised in Harlem, vocalist this hands-on workshop. Instructor Alesia Annette St. John grew up in an artistic Kozicky has been making pysanky all her family that influenced her musical style: life and has taught the craft for over 25 equal parts jazz, blues, standards and gos- years. Her work has been widely displayed, pel. She has worked with such greats as including at the Library of Congress and Jimmy Smith, Della Griffin and George libraries throughout Westchester. Hot wax Benson, and performed all over Manhat- and permanent dyes are used, so dress ac- tan, including at the Apollo, the Blue cordingly. Ages 12 and older. Please bring Note, the Village Vanguard, Smoke and a bag lunch. Registration required. Cost the Cotton Club. In recent years, she has $25 (includes admission to the museum appeared in Japan and led her own groups and materials fee). in NYC. Annette always says, “It’s Not On Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m. Work If You Love What You Do!” Satur- March 2020 The Island Current Page Seven A Current Review “God of Carnage” Visits City Island By BRUCE A. WEIS The City Island Theater Group (CITG) ents of the two children will engage in in- has been generating warm and happy feelings creasingly tense conversations and insults, recently with enjoyable, feel-good produc- and ashtrays will be thrown, and ultimately tions such as “Auntie Mame” and “Mamma some heartrending resolution to the events Mia!” For the group’s first production of that brought them to that living room would 2020, however, they took a giant step away occur. After the show, the audience would from this happy place with the far more so- go home feeling slightly wiser about the nu- bering production of “God of Carnage.” ances of human relations, and life would go This play by Yasmina Reza is set in on. Brooklyn and features a pair of couples, You might reasonably have expected the parents of two 11-year-old children. Re- this of the evening, as I did, and you would cently, one of the children had intentionally have been wrong. The story line of “God of Carnage” uses the assault on an 11-year-old knocked two teeth out of the other at a public Photo by MARY McINTYRE boy by another as a jumping-off point but park after being refused permission to join Rehearsing for the new production of “God of Carnage,” a dark comedy by Yasmina spends the rest of the evening veering fur- a group. Both sets of parents have agreed to Reza, are (l. to r.): Robert McEvily, Kaitlyn Stoltze, Matthew A. Tomasino and Elizabeth ther and further away from that topic. Each meet to discuss the matter in a polite manner. Paldino. The play was presented during the weekend of Feb. 21, with remaining shows of the play’s four characters begins by pro- That meeting is the focus of the play, and it on Feb. 28, 29 and March 1. begins graciously enough but rapidly spins jecting solid outward personalities, and each out of control as the conversations grow heat- of these façades is torn to shreds during the “God of Carnage” was a powerful and enter- with the issue at hand, also wants to get the ed and the parents’ focus turns in increasingly course of the show. Bitter disappointments, taining event. issue behind them. In minutes, it becomes ob- unexpected directions. strained relationships and ugly qualities are Originally written in French by Yas- vious that these personalities will clash, and The CITG production of the play stays revealed on all sides, together with a shared mina Reza (Le Dieu du carnage), the play clash they do, but for unexpected reasons and true to the unexpected directions of the play. desperation to maintain appearances. Perhaps was translated into English by Christopher in wholly unanticipated ways. Before seeing it, one could assume that the Yasmina Reza wished to point to the façades Hamptona and premiered in March 2008 at It was a pleasure to watch these actors events onstage are pretty obvious; the par- we sometimes employ in life. In any event, the Gielgud Theatre in London’s West End at work. “God of Carnage” was written with- starring Ralph Fiennes, Tamsin Greig, Janet out an intermission; once the action begins McTeer and Ken Stott. The play came to the it doesn’t stop, or even slow down. Robert United States and opened at the Bernard B. McEvily, Elizabeth Paldino, Kaitlyn Stoltze VHF-Ch 16 Capt. Dan Jacobs Theatre on Broadway on March 22, and Matthew A. Tomasino were as one, coor- 718-885-3420 2009. A limited engagement had been envi- dinating lines and action into a seamless nar- sioned for the play, but its run was first ex- rative. Attention to production detail for the tended through February 2010 and ultimately production was exacting. To meet the Island CITY ISLAND left open-ended. The show ultimately ran into Current deadline, I was allowed to sit in on a early June 2010, after 452 performances. The U. S. Coast Guard Licensed & Approved dress rehearsal, where I witnessed a 20-min- For Marine Towing Assistance & Salvage original Broadway cast included Jeff Daniels, ute review and discussion of the best way Hope Davis, Marcia Gay Harden and the late P.O. Box 58 for Annette to throw Alan’s cellphone into a .James Gandolfini. Each of the actors was bowl of tulips. Attention to such details is one City Island, N.Y. 10464 nominated for Tony Awards for their perfor- of the reasons this is such a good show. mances with Marcia Gay Harden winning the A film version of the play was produced 2009 Tony for Best Leading Actress in a Play. in 2011 with the slightly shortened title of Yasmina Reza also collected the 2009 Tony “Carnage.” The film was directed by Roman City Island Physical Therapy for Best Play. Polanski, and although the movie retained In translation, “God of Carnage” has the story’s Brooklyn location, the film was Janine Mantzaris, P.T. been produced in Germany, Slovenia, France, 464 City Island Avenue, Bronx, NY 10464 actually shot in Paris, owing to Polanski’s Spain, Croatia, Serbia, Australia, Romania, outstanding criminal conviction in the United Phone: 718-885-1079 • www.cityislandpt.com Ireland, Puerto Rico, Belgium, Chile and the States. The movie starred Jodie Foster, John Email: [email protected] United Arab Emirates. C. Reilly, Christoph Waltz and Kate Winslet. We offer Physical Therapy for all ages Michael and Veronica Novak (Robert I wasn’t able to attend a costumed perfor- and orthopedic conditions. McEvily and Kaitlyn Stoltze) are the ag- mance of the play, but Nick Sala assures We accept all Major Medical Plans: Medicare, grieved parents of Henry, the child who may me that the costumes are fantastic. In any Worker’s Compensation, No-fault, the Empire have lost two teeth in the incident (his prog- Plan, AETNA, HIP, FDNY & GHI/HIP. event, they were designed by Carol McCabe, nosis is unclear in the story). Michael oper- and additional costume sewing was done We also provide in-home PT visits for Medicare ates a wholesale business, and Veronica is a patients who are home bound. by Cheryl Brinker, Barbara (Boo) Dennis, writer who specializes in African history. As Kathy Gibbons and Jane Protzman. Set de- the play begins, Michael seems proud of his sign was by Carl Tallent and set construction business and Veronica is happy with her writ- was by Dan Srdoc. Props were provided by ing and a pending book release. Pamela Johnston, who also served as produc- Meanwhile, Alan Raleigh and Annette tion stage manager and was again responsible Raleigh (Matthew A. Tomasino and Elizabeth for the goings-on backstage. Brian Argiento Paldino) are the father and mother of Benja- handled sound design and used an interesting min, the child wielding the stick. Alan is an soundtrack of songs designed to match the international attorney with an annoying habit onstage mood. of taking cellphone calls in the middle of a Joseph Montano did an great job in his conversation, and Annette works in wealth directorial debut with the CITG, and Nick management. Alan is annoyed at having to Sala handled the myriad details of production spend time discussing this issue, and Annette, manager. while appearing to share Veronica’s concern

Day 2020 as part of the anniversary cel- Library ebration. Among them is “The Great Gats- A-Quality Continued from page 1 by” by F. Scott Fitzgerald, “The Bonfire of Mark Dunn, “The Treasure of Hart Island” the Vanities” by Tom Wolfe and “Naked in Glass & Shade Co. Death” by J. D. Robb (a pen name for Nora Insulated Glass and Parts by Mike Monahan, “Eleanor Oliphant is Windows Repaired Roberts). Mirrors • Table Tops • Blinds • Shades Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman, “Re- & Replaced demption” by David Baldacci and “Dark For more information about the 125th Storm Windows and Doors Sacred Night” by Michael Connelly. anniversary and other plans, go to nypl. Tel: 718-885-2100 or 718-885-2155 In addition, the NYPL published a list org/125. Meanwhile, happy 109th anniver- Fax: 718-885-2126 of “125 Books We Love” on Valentine’s sary to the City Island branch! 104 Hawkins Street, City Island, NY 10464

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ing Lent. They will also begin preparing Current Calendar the presentation of the Passion of Christ MARCH on Palm Sunday. The group meets every Sun., March 1, City Island Theater first and third Sundays of the month at 10 Group’s “God of Carnage,” 3 p.m. mati- a.m. and all ages are welcome. No extra nee, Grace Church Parish Hall, 116 City time is needed. Students will begin the Island Avenue at Pilot Street. service with the congregation at 10 a.m., then leave with Ms. Nani for lessons and Fri., March 20, P.S. 175 PTA Bingo and activities for 30 minutes during the ser- Raffle Extravaganza, 6:30 p.m., Morris vice. They will rejoin the congregation Yacht Club, 25 City Island Avenue. Call during the exchange of peace. Come and 718-885-1093 for information. join our lively Sunday School! Sat., March 21, Temple Beth-El Gala Music Ministry: Guided by our music Dinner Dance, Pelham/Split Rock Golf director, Caroline Coppola, this music Courses, 7 to 11 p.m. ministry began in the fall of 2015 with a Sat., March 28, POTS Program, St. handful of singers from the church choir Mary’s School Yard, Minneford Avenue and City Island locals rehearsing hymns and Kilroe Street, drop-off between 4:30 and popular music to perform at area and 5 p.m. Menu: chicken with vegetables nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. and potatoes. Since then, our membership has grown from 5 to 11 singers who lend our voices Tues., March 31, City Island Civic Asso- to this “feel-good ministry.” ciation meets, 7:30 p.m., Community We call ourselves the GraceTones, Center, 190 Fordham Street. and we have sung for the residents at Workmen’s Circle Multicare Center in the American Legion Auxiliary Bronx, Dumont Center for Rehabilitation Unit 156 and Nursing Care in New Rochelle, and Sunrise at Fleetwood Assisted Living Our next meeting will be March 3 at 7:30 in Mount Vernon, to name a few. Over p.m. in the Legion Hall. the past year we widened our audience ALA Mission Training will be held on base by performing at City Island venues March 14 in Hartford, CT. Contact Doreen such as Clipper Coffee and The Artist. Gallagher for more information at doreeng- We’ll be at The Artist on Sunday, March [email protected] or 646-823-0388. 1, starting at 3 p.m., with special guests The St. Patrick’s Day Dinner will take Laurie Vega, Karen Nani and Maurice place on March 15, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the Richards, all local residents who will be Legion Hall, hosted by the Auxiliary. Seat- lending their beautiful voices to the show, ing is limited to 85 persons, so be sure to as well as keyboardist Frank Pisani, a sign up and pay in full ahead of the event. friend from off the Island. Wherever our Please contact Laura Booth at 917-337- venue is, we feel truly blessed to be able Photos by EVYONNE BAKER and PAUL NANI 3326 for reservations. to sing and lift the spirits of our listening It’s been busy at City Island’s Grace Episcopal Church so far in 2020. On Jan. 26, Dioce- Quilters by the Sea QOV: Our first Sew audience! san Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Andrew Dietsche, visited and was given a special presentation Saturday of 2020 was fun and successful. Sandy Dunn With 14 participants, we finished a quilt by the members of the Sunday School (top photo). Grace Church also hosted Scout top. Doreen Wall, Auxiliary President, and Sunday for worship and lunch on Feb. 2. More than 30 scouts and their leaders and Auxiliary members honored us with lunch, Temple Beth-El families attended, with many of the scouts taking an active part in the worship service. certificates of appreciation and a new Singer sewing machine. We plan to use the machine Temple Beth-El (TBE), “your shul by the March 21: Spring Fling: our 86th Anni- during our Sew Saturdays and to teach sea,” 480 City Island Avenue, is a stimulat- versary Gala Dinner Dance from 6 to 10 St. Mary’s Thrift Shop machine basics to anyone interested. Two ing non-denominational, welcoming place p.m. It’s a highlight of the TBE year, of our Junior Members, Emma and Grace for observance of Jewish traditions. Jewish We are open on Thursdays and Saturdays our annual gala dinner dance to benefit Riordan, assisted the Senior Members with Renewal is the style of our deeply spiritual, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Check out our Winter Your Shul by the Sea. Bring your dancing the lunch and handing out the certificates. If innovative, all-inclusive and open-minded Clearance Bag Sales, with many half-price you are interested in making Quilts of Valor shoes and dress colorfully for this first day worship. Twice a month Rabbi David Evan specials. The thrift shop will be closed from to honor our local veterans, contact Harlan of spring. This year’s event honors TBE Markus leads services with music by Your March 19 through March 28 and will reopen Sexton at [email protected]. vice president Jodie Sadovsky and Phillis Band by the Sea. At other times, services on April 2 with our Spring Collection. Stop Looking ahead: On May 2, there will be Mauciri and TBE’s amazing musicians! are led by congregants in a joyful cel- by for a complimentary cup of coffee and a Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser event April 9: Community Passover Seder: The for the Stop Soldier Suicide project. Mark ebratory manner. Events begin promptly, crumpets. fiftieth Earth Day. 6 to 9 p.m. Join Rabbi your calendars and watch for more informa- so please arrive 15 minutes early. Services Arlene Byrne David, the flow of liberation, millennia of tion. are followed by an oneg* (refreshments). freedom fighters and the whole planetary Thinking about joining the Auxiliary? Reminder: for the health and comfort of ecology for a community Passover Seder Come to any of our meetings, talk to our all, please refrain from wearing perfume or Regular Meetings unlike any other. Tradition’s four cups will Weekly Twelve-Step Meetings membership chairwoman Viki Trifari at cologne. We look forward to seeing you. weave with modern spiritual innovation to on City Island [email protected] about eligibility, and meet Services take place on Friday evenings the 150+ members of the largest, oldest and inspire, touch, teach and transform. RSVP Narcotics Anonymous: from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Doors may be locked. most active women’s group in our commu- and pre-payment essential. Reservation Fridays at 7:30 p.m., St. Mary, Star of Please knock and be patient. Thank you. nity. We’re growing and doing more every information will be posted soon. the Sea Church, City Island Avenue near March 6: Community-led services year. Chesed Committee: Do you need a help- the Bridge. March 13: Women’s Herstory Shabbat. Harlan Sexton ing hand, a caring call, a ride to the doctor? Thursdays at 8 p.m., Trinity United Join Rabbi David and the Band for Women’s Let us know. If you have love to give, we Methodist Church hall, 113 Bay Street. Herstory Shabbat, coinciding with a special need your support. No experience required. Alcoholics Anonymous: Grace Episcopal Church Shabbat of Shabbats. This week’s Torah por- To seek support and/or to volunteer, please Mondays at 8 p.m., Trinity United tion (Ki Tisa) includes our V’shamru, mak- Methodist Church hall. Grace Episcopal Church, a place of e-mail us at [email protected]. ing this Shabbat the Shabbat about Shabbat. worship and fellowship, located at 116 City Prayer Group: TBE has an informal Tuesdays at 8 p.m., St. Mary, Star of the Celebratory oneg to follow. Island Avenue on the corner of Pilot Street, prayer group to hold members, friends and Sea Church. March 20: Community-led services warmly welcomes you to the following: family in prayer for healing. If you feel Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Grace Epis- March 27: Join R. David and the Band for Sunday worship services at 10 a.m. called to join this group, please e-mail us at copal Church. a spirited musical welcome to the Shabbat led by Father John Covington with Holy [email protected]. Saturdays and Sundays at 7:30 a.m., Eucharist Rite II. After the service, we of Vayikra, the first chapters of the Book of *Oneg Sponsorships: Onegs are joyful AA open meetings at City Island Com- offer coffee hour, a time for refreshments Leviticus. We reach Torah’s middle book and community celebrations, often sponsored munity Center, 190 Fordham Street. and fellowship. We have birthday and her teachings about spiritual humility and by people commemorating special events St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church: 718- anniversary prayers on the first Sunday of inclusion, lessons the world especially needs 885-1440 each month; the healing prayers are on the to honor others or their own special occa- now. Celebratory oneg to follow. Trinity United Methodist Church: 718- third Sunday each month. sion (e.g., birthday, anniversary, new job, 885-1218 You are invited to join Father Coving- Other Activities yahrzeit, memorials, etc.) To sponsor one or ton’s Bible Reading Group, which meets March 8: Purimpalooza, 7:30 p.m. Join to find out more information, please contact Grace Episcopal Church: 718-885-1080 during coffee hour on appointed Sundays. Rabbi David (who won’t be Rabbi David) Violet Smith at [email protected] or 718- Al-Anon On Sunday, March 1, the group will dis- and a veritable cast of characters for a 885-0978. Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Trinity Method- cuss the first chapter of the First Book of super-fun Purim of hijinks, lowbrow, high- For additional information, check out ist Church Hall, 113 Bay Street. Samuel. brow, hiddenness and revelation. Come in our website at www.yourshulbythesea.org. Overeaters Anonymous: Sunday School: Members of the Sun- costume, shed inhibition (we have ways of Paul Klein Saturdays at 11 a.m., Grace Episcopal day School will work on special crafts dur- helping!) and prepare for the unexpected. Church: 718-885-1080. March 2020 The Island Current Page Nine

Island Tots: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Pre- On March 7 at 12 noon there will be With the help of Pat Laporte, David school children get together to socialize, a ceremony at the Legion Triangle and at Ellis and Pastor Dave, the Sunday School have fun and play. Register with Stacy at the Pelham Cemetery Flag Poles to honor children collected donations of money and 646-549-1852. those Legionnaires who have gone before food on February 1 at Dominick’s Market. Spanish Classes for Children: Thurs- us. Names have been chosen in advance to All the donation will go to City Harvest as days, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Conversational Spanish honor these great veterans and to recognize part of the Souper Bowl of Caring. program for kids grades K through 8 at all their sacrifice with their families. This is The Budget Shop is open. Our volun- skill levels. Register at espanolexperience. the second ceremony by the Sons of The teers are hard at work stocking the shelves com or call 917-889-4938. Legion, Squadron 156, and we thank them and sorting the community’s generous Introduction to Art Portfolio Prep: for this honor and respect. donations. For high school prep or just for fun! To For additional information about the Community Cen- Rick DeWitt ter, or if you are interested in conducting classes here enroll, call Geri Smith at 718-885-1503. March 15: St. Patrick’s Day Parade at 12 please call 718-885-1145. noon. This event starts at East Tremont and We are very excited to announce the ADULT PROGRAMS Lafayette Avenue and marches down East Aerobics with Mary: Sundays, Mon- PSS Senior Center addition of Melissa Cebollero as the Coor- Tremont to Harding Avenue. dinator of Community Health at the City days, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10 a.m. The mission of PSS City Island Center Stay strong with cross fit/aerobic strength March 15: St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Island Community Center. Melissa comes from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Post. This event is is to provide neighborhood adults 60 and from an extensive background in community training. Call Mary Immediato at 718-885- being hosted by Legion Auxiliary Unit 156. over with the tools to live life to their full- health and plans to bring health resources to 0793. AFA Certified. est, keeping them healthy, engaged and Islanders (see page 3). For instance, on Sun- City Island Civic Association: Meets Cost is $30 per person; $10 for children day, March 22, from 1 to 3 p.m., there will at 7:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of every 6 to 12 years; younger children are free. connected through innovative programs and be a women’s health brunch. The following month (except December). Join your com- Please sign-up at the Post. classes. We are not your everyday senior Wednesday, March 25, at 6:30 p.m., there munity in action. Thank you to the entire City Island com- center! will be Narcan training, as well as CPR and City Island Culinary Club: Second munity for all your support over the past The center is located at 116 City Island AED training and certification. and fourth Mondays, 7 p.m. Share recipes 100 years. It’s our honor to be your com- Avenue and is open from 9 a.m. to 3 The Center is run by a volunteer board and have fun with other Islanders who like munity partner. p.m. Monday through Friday. Programs are of directors who meet on March 10 at 7 to cook. For information call Kenny Selesky Peter C. Del-Debbio funded by PSS and the NYC Department for p.m. in the Community Center Main Room at 917-533-7873. the Aging. City Island Indivisible: Join other con- at 190 Fordham Street. All members are All programs and events are subject to cerned citizens who are supporting progres- encouraged to attend this open meeting. We St. Mary, Star of the Sea change. To receive our newsletter and cal- always welcome and really need volunteers sive action on issues such as health care endar of events send your e-mail to pattis@ and donations. And we always want to hear for all, environmental protection policies, Our monthly holy hour with exposition your ideas and thoughts about how to serve civil rights, women’s rights and reproductive of the Blessed Sacrament will take place on pssusa.org. the community better. health choices, voter rights and public edu- the First Friday, March 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. Highlights If you need a renewal form, please call cation. We come together to discuss actions, All are welcome. 718-885-1145 and we will mail one. For up- write letters, and work together to help find Our monthly coffee hour will take place March 4, Wednesday, at 1 p.m.: Are You to-date information, visit www.cityisland- ways to preserve our democratic ideals. For on Sunday, March 8, after the 11 a.m. Too Sweet? Montefiore representative. communitycenter.org, or call 718-885-1145, more information, contact Barbara Zahm at Mass. Come enjoy light refreshments with March 5, Thursday, at 1 p.m.: Alexa for 914-882-7963 or [email protected] or like us on Facebook and check FB for any fellow parishioners. Caregivers. A demonstration of how care- or like City Island Indivisible on Facebook. changes in classes. The Lenten devotion of Stations of the givers can benefit from the use of Alexa to Healing Service: Francesca Vitale, centrally manage and customize voice assis- EVENTS RPP, founder and director of The Healing Cross will be held each Friday evening dur- Womens’ Health: Sunday, March 22, ing Lent at 7 p.m. tants to deliver smarter care. Force, is a board-certified educator and March 13, Friday, at 1 p.m.: Falls Preven- 1 to 3 p.m. In honor of Women’s History practitioner in polarity/craniosacral/rain- The Holy Rosary will be prayed Mon- tion Presentation- Montefiore representative Month, join us for brunch and a women’s drop therapies. Formerly of the NY Open days through Friday after the 7 a.m. Mass health presentation. All ages and families Center, Francesca is an intuitive healer and Saturdays after 8 a.m. Mass, Sundays, March 17, Tuesday, at 12:30 p.m. St. welcome. and offers sessions in energy medicine that after the 9 a.m. Mass. Rosaries and copies Patrick’s Day Celebration Sing-Along Mambo: Community Dance Work- works to correct energetic imbalances and of all prayers will be provided. All are wel- March 18, Wednesday, at 1 p.m., Garden shop: Back on Sundays at 3:30 p.m., begin- distortions which leads to clarity of mind Exchange resumes- Come and decide plant- ning March 29. Join One World Arts and come! and restored health. Partial proceeds given St. Mary’s Thrift Shop will hold its ings for the coming season Retumba to have fun learning to dance to the Community Center. Visit www.the- March 19: Center closes at 1 p.m.: lunch Mambo and play an instrument. Call Yvette Spring Collection on Thursday, April 2, healingforce.net. For free consultation or an will be served 11:30 to 12:30. Martinez for information at 718-885-2574. appointment, call 914-837-6830. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Great items! Narcan Training & CPR and AED WW/Weight Watchers Meetings: Rose Dietz Daily Programming Training, Wednesday, March 25, at 6:30 Tuesdays, 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. We are an offi- Mondays: p.m. Learn when, why and how to use cial WW site with a great new leader, Alex AARP Chapter 318 Narcan on individuals who have overdosed. Sokoloff. For more information, please call 9:15 a.m. Tai Chi for Arthritis, for all Narcan will be provided. CPR (hands only) Patty at 914-882-9578. We meet on the first and third Wednesday exercise levels and AED Certification and training are pro- Yoga with Jo Ann: Wednesdays, 7 to of the month at 1 p.m. at the Trinity United 10:30 a.m. Balance Exercises vided by Empress Ambulance Service Inc. 8:15 p.m., and Saturdays, 8 to 9:15 a.m. 11 to 1: Library Day on March 9 and 30 Please register at 914-882-9578. Methodist Church Hall. The first meeting of Gentle level-one class. Please bring a mat, the month, March 4, will be a regular meet- 12 to 1 p.m. Lunch NEW a strap and, if possible, a yoga blanket. For ing with final sign-up and payment for the 1:15 Singing Group information, e-mail [email protected] or AA Meeting: Saturdays and Sundays at St. Patrick’s/ St. Joseph’s Day luncheon at Tuesdays: 7:30 a.m. All are welcome. call 917-853-4719. 1 p.m. on March 18 at the cost of $20 per 9:15 a.m. Cardio Fit: Vigorous aerobic Apothecary of Essential Oils: Tues- Zumba with Julia: Saturdays, 9:30 to and strength training 11 a.m. Want to lose those extra pounds and person. That luncheon will be the second days at 7:30 p.m. Learn about the benefits 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Blood-pressure today and how they were used thousands that belly fat? Well, here is your chance. Join meeting of the month. screening of years in the past. Visit www.thehealing- this high-energy 90-minute workout with Looking ahead, we will be having a force.net or call Francesca at 914-837-6830. toning. For information, call Julia at 917- pizza/bingo in April and a Mother’s Day 12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch Chair Yoga: Call to join Joann for 601-5514. luncheon in May. Check The Island Current 1 p.m. Yoga Stretch this gentle class with an emphasis on the Zumba with Lettie: Thursdays, new for further details. All are welcome. Wednesdays: benefits of stretching and flexing. Contact time, 6:30 p.m. Lettie’s very creative class is Carroll A. Reid 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Social Worker will [email protected] or 917-853-4719. a real calorie burner and a blast. For infor- be at the center to help with Medicaid, Compassionate Journey: NEW DAY. mation, call 917-292-4228. Trinity United Methodist Church SNAP, HEAP, SCRIE and more. Call for an First and third Mondays, 7 p.m. An open Patty Grondahl appointment or just stop in. support group for anyone who has lost a Our weekly worship service and Sunday 9 a.m. “Stuff: Let’s Talk,” discussion loved one. Goals are to create a safe, empa- American Legion Post 156 school are at 10 a.m. Holy Communion group with continental breakfast thetic and supportive environment and is celebrated on the first Sunday of each 10:15 a.m. Arthritis Workshop, exercises offer coping mechanisms for those working month. Trinity often has a coffee hour after The next meeting is Sunday, March 1, for all joints through bereavement. Please sign up with the service. Come and join us. Children’s at 12 noon. Dues are past due; they are $55 12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch Jillian Cea via [email protected] or 347-419- for the 2020 year. Please drop them off at Sunday school takes place during the 10 1222. 1 p.m. Calligraphy on the second and the Post, and make sure your name is on a.m. service. All children are welcome to Italian for the Traveler, Day and time attend. fourth Wednesdays the envelope. The hall is available for your to be announced. Learn basic conversational Each weekday morning, Pastor Dave 1 p.m. Haircuts by Brenda for $10 on Italian with Maria Bortoluzzi and special next party. We can accommodate up to 80 opens the Sanctuary from 6:30 to 9:00 a.m. March 11, 25. Please call to sign up. guest Freddie Lando. Register now; please people. Members receive a discount on all for people to stop and pray. We pray for Thursdays: call Patty at 718-885-1891. hall rentals. Please call our Activities Vice the children, the schools, for families and 9:15 a.m. Tai Chi for Arthritis, for all Zumba with John: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Commander Joe Goonan at 917-825-9576 individuals, for businesses, for those who exercise levels Have fun, feel energetic and get in shape for availability. are grieving, and for the health of any who 10 a.m. Acrylic Painting with John Molina. Call 914-882-0245 for Please come in and play the Queen of we have heard are ill. If you would like to 12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch details. Hearts game of chance each week. The have yourself or someone prayed for, we Fridays: YOUTH PROGRAMS weekly drawing is held at 7 p.m. Saturday have installed a prayer box on the fence in 9:15 a.m. Zumba. Vigorous cardio and Creative Arts Workshop for Ages night. The jackpot grows each week until front of the church on City Island Avenue. toning 4–6: Tuesdays, 4 to 4:45 p.m. Beginning someone selects the Queen of Hearts. The Prayer requests can also be sent to david. 11:15 a.m. Yoga Stretch Feb. 4. Fun with collage, finger painting, game is open to all, and the proceeds help [email protected]. All persons matter, 12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch mask-making and more. Call 914-837-6830 fund projects around the Post. and prayer is powerful. to register for this free class. 12:30, March 27, Birthday Party . All retired flags should be dropped off The Sunday School is collecting medi- We have a social worker who visits every Irish Dance for Children: Mondays, at the Post for proper disposal. Please put cine bottles to send to Africa. They should 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Step dancing for all ages week on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 2:30 them in the former mailbox by the Post’s be clean and dry with the labels removed. taught by Caitlin Nora Kelly. To register p.m. to answer questions, apply for benefits for fall classes or information, e-mail cait- flag pole. They can be dropped off at Trinity on Sun- and help in any other way. Call 718-885- The following are dates and upcoming day during the service. [email protected] or call 914-262- Continued on page 11 4517. events: Page Ten The Island Current March 2020

hoboes, Sullivan returns to Hollywood full of clue to a remote rural highway and is attacked tidbits from director Dennis Hopper such as bleeding-heart zeal. He redoubles his efforts by an armed crop-dusting plane. The film’s recounting when it was suggested that Jack to make a difference, but he loses his memory finale is a nail-biting chase across the top of Nicholson be cast as the alcoholic lawyer, he and winds up a prisoner on a chain gang. Mt. Rushmore. replied “I’m friends with Jack, and he doesn’t While Sullivan has longed to make a socially Stanley Kramer’s It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, drink!” Nicholson garnered a best supporting relevant drama, he eventually learns that cre- Mad World (1963) features an all-star cast of Oscar nomination for his efforts. ating laughter is his greatest contribution to who’s who in the comedic world. A massive Duel (1972) was Steven Spielberg’s first society. traffic jam, caused by injured reckless driver feature film that was a thriller shown as For a complete change of pace there is Smiler Grogan (Jimmy Durante), results in an ABC Movie of the Week. It stars Den- the Swedish film, Wild Strawberries (1954) his telling the onlookers that he’s buried a nis Weaver as David Mann, a businessman directed by Ingmar Bergman, an achingly fortune in stolen loot, “under the Big W.” The from California driving a Plymouth Valiant bittersweet reminiscence on aging and regret. group set out on a race to be the first to find to meet a client. When he passes a truck, he This deeply moving character study chron- the fortune. The motorists include a dentist soon finds himself chased and terrorized by On the Road Classics icles an automobile trip taken by grouchy (Sid Caesar) and his wife (Edie Adams), a the mostly unseen driver of a grungy Peterbilt It Happened One Night (1934) is Frank retired Doctor Isak Borg (Victor Sjöström) henpecked husband (Milton Berle) accom- 281. The original made-for-television version Capra’s ground-breaking screwball comedy, who travels from Stockholm to Lund, Swe- panied by his mother-in-law (Ethel Merman) was 74 minutes long with filming completed which won all five major Academy Awards den, with his pregnant and unhappy daughter- and his beatnik brother-in-law (Dick Shawn), in 13 days (three longer than the scheduled 10 for 1934. It stars Claudette Colbert as Ellie in-law, Marianne (Ingrid Thulin), in order a pair of comedy writers (Buddy Hackett days), leaving 10 days for editing prior to its Andrews, a spoiled heiress who has escaped to receive an honorary degree from his alma and Mickey Rooney), a slow-wit (Jonathan TV broadcast. It was later edited, extended, from her disapproving father (Walter Con- mater. Along the way, they encounter a series Winters), a wheeler-dealer (Phil Silvers), and and released theatrically. nolly) in order to marry fortune-hunting of hitchhikers, including the vivacious young a pair of covetous cabdrivers (Peter Falk Harry and Tonto (1974) stars Art Carney aviator King Westley (Jameson Thomas). She Sara (Bibi Andersson), who looks like the and Eddie “Rochester” Anderson). Closely in his Oscar winning role as Harry Coombes boards a Greyhound bus bound for New York doctor’s own love. The incidents and con- following every move members of this eclec- a man in his seventies who is evicted from where she meets newspaper reporter Peter versations occurring during the journey are tic group make is a scrupulously honest his Manhattan apartment because the build- Warne (Clark Gable), who has recently been intermixed with dreams and memories as the police detective (Spencer Tracy). Virtually ing is set to be demolished, He decides to fired for drinking on the job. When Peter old man comes to terms with the life he has every appearance is filled by well-known travel around the country with his cat Tonto admits he recognizes her, she makes a deal lived. comic actors including Carl Reiner, Terry visiting his grown children. First he stays with him: if he helps her get to New York, he For many years I resisted viewing the Thomas, Arnold Stang, Buster Keaton, Jack briefly with his son Burt (Phil Bruns), and can write a scoop about her for his paper. Pre- revered film The Searchers (1956) because Benny, Jerry Lewis, and The Three Stooges. then moves on to visit his former love Jessie dictably, as they travel north and are involved Westerns are not one of my favorite genres. Two prominent comedians not appearing are (Geraldine Fitzgerald), his daughter Shirley in a series of comical misadventures, the However, I was very surprised to find that Groucho Marx who refused to appear when (Ellen Burstyn) in Chicago, and his youngest gruff newspaperman and the spoiled rich girl it was a social statement on the extreme Kramer couldn’t meet his price and Stan Lau- son Eddie (Larry Hagman) in Los Angeles. fall in love. prejudice against the Native Americans in rel who declined because he felt he was too These encounters defy Harry’s expectations. Wells Fargo (1937) tells of the origin of Texas in the 1800’s. John Wayne plays Ethan old-looking to be funny. Television featured two well-known On express mail in the United States, beginning Edwards, a former Confederate soldier who Easy Rider (1969) is the story of Wyatt the Road Classic series. The first was Route in the 1800’s with a horseback route between returns to his brother Aaron’s (Walter Coy) (Peter Fonda) and Billy (Dennis Hopper), 66 (1960-64 116 episodes over 4 seasons). It Buffalo and St. Louis. It stars Joel McCrea frontier cabin three years after the end of the Harley motorcycle riding hippies, who after starred George Maharis as Buz Murdock and as Ramsey MacKay, the frontiersman who Civil War. When members of his brother’s completing a drug deal in Los Angeles, Martin Milner as Tod Styles, a pair of young makes it all happen, while his loyal wife Jus- family are killed or abducted by Comanches decide to ride eastward hoping to reach New men driving Tod’s Corvette across the south- tine (Frances Dee) stays home with the chil- (played in the film by Apaches), he vows to Orleans in time for the Mardi Gras festival. ern route of the United States, having many dren. This is a fascinating historical drama track them down and bring them home. Upon On their way, they wind up in a New Mexico adventures along the way. It included many that explains a period in history unfamiliar discovering that his niece Debbie (Natalie jail where they meet alcoholic ACLU lawyer soon-to-be screen legends such as Martin to most Americans. Wood) has been abducted by the fearsome George Hanson (Jack Nicholson). George Sheen, Robert Redford and Robert Duvall. The “ruby red slippers” from The Wiz- Comanche chief Scar (Henry Brandon) and is helps them get out of jail and decides to travel The documentary style On the Road ard of Oz (1939) are so famous, they reside alive, Ethan and his adopted nephew Martin with them to New Orleans. On their journey, with Charles Kuralt series began in 1967, at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. This Pawley (Jeffrey Hunter) embark on a danger- they experience bigotry and hatred from the and ran on CBS for more than 20 years. In classic film stars Judy Garland as Dorothy, ous five year mission to find her. This is a inhabitants of small-town America and also that popular program, the veteran journalist who is swept away from her Kansas home film about one man’s troubling moral codes, meet with other travelers seeking alternative rode across America in a bus, meeting “regu- to the mythical mystical Land of Oz. When with Ethan driven by a bitter hatred of Indi- lifestyles. After a terrifying drug experience lar” folks telling their stories. A collection of Dorothy finds those famous shoes on her ans, though he knows their lore and language. in New Orleans, the two travelers wonder if On The Road episodes has now been released feet, she is terrified by the Wicked Witch of As time passes, it becomes unclear whether they will ever find a way to live peacefully on DVD. the West (Margaret Hamilton) who wants Ethan wants to rescue Debbie or murder her in America. The “Making Of” accompany- And until next time, happy viewing… them for herself. She is sent by Glinda the because she has lived with Indians too long ing feature is fascinating. It has interesting Good Witch (Billie Burke) on a journey to to be considered “white.” The “Making of” Emerald City by following the Yellow Brick documentary that accompanies the film was Road. There she hopes to ask the great Wiz- commissioned by director John Ford and is ard to help her get home. On her way she fascinating and extremely informative. befriends the Scarecrow (Ray Bolger), the Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest Tin Man (Jack Haley) and the Cowardly Lion (1959) is a tale of mistaken identity, with (Bert Lahr), who join her on her quest. an innocent man pursued across the United They Drive by Night (1940) stars States by agents of a mysterious organization George Raft and Humphrey Bogart as broth- trying to prevent him from blocking their plan ers Joe and Paul who are delivery-truck to smuggle out government secrets on micro- drivers. They work extremely hard trying to film. This classic suspense film finds New run their own business, but one night, a sleep- York City ad executive Roger O. Thornhill deprived Paul falls asleep behind the wheel. (Cary Grant) pursued by ruthless spy Phillip He demolishes the truck and loses an arm, Vandamm (James Mason) after being mis- forcing the brothers to finally accept truck taken for a government agent. Hunted relent- company owner Ed Carlsen’s (Alan Hale) job lessly by Vandamm’s associates, Thornhill offer. Ed’s wife Lana (Ida Lupino), is smitten makes a cross-country journey, meeting the with Joe, with tragic results. Ann Sheridan beautiful and mysterious Eve Kendall (Eva appears as Joe’s love interest Cassie Hartley. Marie Saint) along the way. Jesse Royce Lan- Based on the famous John Steinbeck dis appears as Thornhill’s mother in several novel, The Grapes of Wrath (1940) is set comical sequences. One of Hitchcock’s most during the Great Depression in the 1930’s. It famous scenes occurs when he is following a stars Henry Fonda as Tom Joad who heads home to his family’s Oklahoma farm after he is paroled from prison. When the bank seizes their property, the whole family makes a grueling journey across the United States to California looking for a better life. On the road, beset by hardships, the Joads meet doz- ens of other families making the same trek. Once in California, they serve as migrant workers with their American dream not pan- ning out the way they had hoped. The film garnered seven Academy Award nominations with two wins for Best Director John Ford and Supporting Actress Jane Darwell (Ma Joad). Another depression-era film is Sulli- van’s Travels (1941) Preston Sturges’ classic comedy about filmmaker John L. Sullivan (Joel McCrea), who is fed up with direct- ing profitable comedies and consumed with the desire to make a serious social state- ment. Convinced he needs to suffer first, he decides to leave Hollywood and travel across America meeting “real” people. Dis- guised as a tramp, John travels incognito. En route, he meets a down-and-out failed actress (Veronica Lake) whom he tries to help upon his return to the studio. Having experienced firsthand the execrable existence of real-life March 2020 The Island Current Page Eleven

City Island Civic Association Board tried to explain that City Island already and considering ecology and biodiversity when Organization News had two homes for disabled adults and a day- choosing plants. Because genetic biodiversity Continued from page 9 The Board continued working on its dif- time habilitation center for adults, and had no provides resilience to disturbances, prevents ferent projects. The Water Safety Committee resident medical facility or police station and disease and helps species adjust to changes in 0727 or drop by the Center. has gotten a Bronx-based Harbor Patrol into considerable traffic during the warm months, the environment, we should be thoughtful in Transportation Services. Off-Island the NYC budget as a result of its working with but the grant writers were not convinced. our gardening choices. Be especially sure to shopping trips leave at 9 a.m. and include the office of the Police Commissioner, the The Housing and Zoning committee have plant only non-invasive native plant species. Shop Rite, Stop & Shop, Target, Farmer’s 45th Precinct Community Council, Community asked City Planning and the Community Jennifer Bakshi, an instructor at the New York Board as well as elected officials to protest Botanical Garden, will give a presentation at Market, Trader Joe’s and more. The sug- Board 10, eight other waterfront community associations as well as Bronx Councilmen, the replacement of Consolidated Yacht Yard our March 2 meeting on the subject “Unravel- gested contribution for a round trip is $1 on Mark Gjonaj and Fernando Cabrera. by a construction crane company. Not only is ing the Mystery of Plant Names.” City Island, $2.50 for off-Island shopping The Municipal Relations Committee has Consolidated on the site of the oldest continu- Our beautification committee is busy orga- trips. Anyone over 60 is encouraged to take been working with Bronx DOT commissioner ally operating ship yard on the Island but the nizing the annual April beautification fund- advantage of our door-to-door transporta- Nivardo Lopez on the dangerous merge on the operation of such a yard is not in keeping with raising drive. Next month, club members will tion services. Call Alex at 347-834-6466 southbound Hutchinson River Parkway at Exit City Island Special District Zoning. The Civic be delivering letters to all City Island residents for more information or for pickup or 5. Their Highway Design Unit conducted a wrote a letter to elected officials protesting the and businesses requesting donations to be used trips. field inspection of this location and has revised issuing of a contractor’s permit for such a use. for beautification projects, such as seasonal Our next meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. on plantings in the containers along City Island Patty Attis the design and replied to the committee, “new markings will be installed in the spring 2020 Tuesday, March 31, 2020, in the Community Avenue, holiday wreaths for public spaces, markings season.” Also the committee reports Center at 190 Fordham Street. Please bring payments for cleaning tree pits and grassy that these bus stops are on the list to be removed your annual dues to the meeting ($20 per year areas on the Avenue and special projects. in the latest MTA proposal: Cross Street, or $50 for a three-year membership). If you Thursday, May 14, is the date of our Sutherland Street (Dunkin Donuts), Schofield cannot make the meeting please take the time annual spring luncheon, which will be held Street and Pell Place. Residents were asked to to send your dues to PO Box 117, City Island, at the Harlem Yacht Club on City Island. The attend a hearing on Feb. 20 and to send their or pay online at paypal.com to this e-mail city. luncheon concludes with a raffle of gift bas- protests to Councilmember Gjonai. [email protected]. Remember to use the kets created by Garden Club members, gift The Officers and Board met with grant writ- “friends and family” option so a service charge certificates donated by our local businesses ers representing two unnamed doctors, affili- is not deducted. and some special items. This event is open to ated with an organization called Centennial Jane Protzman everyone. Save the date! Housing, Inc., and they are applying for govern- Garden Club meetings are held monthly, ment grants to fund a healthcare facility on City except August, usually on the first Monday of Island. One of them would be a “crisis interven- Garden Club of City Island the month at 10 a.m. at the City Island Yacht tion center” for either adults or children with The Garden Club meeting on Feb. 3 fea- Club on Pilot Street. Meetings conclude with serious mental health issues. The doctors are tured a presentation by Jessica Schuler from coffee, tea and fresh baked goods served by looking for two houses for rent on City Island the Westchester County Parks Department. She our hospitality committee. You are invited to where they would like to place this program spoke about “Gardening for Good,” by build- join us. should they receive the grants. Members of the ing plant communities through plant selection Sharynne Wilder Page Twelve The Island Current March 2020

eligible child. $206,000, up from $193,000 to $203,000. 60 percent in 2024, 40 percent in 2025, 20 Earned Income Tax Credit: For tax The phase-out range for a married individual percent in 2026, and 0 percent in 2027 and year 2020, the maximum Earned Income Tax filing a separate return who makes contri- years beyond. Credit (EITC) for low and moderate-income butions to a Roth IRA is not subject to an Qualified Business Income Deduction: The Current will print obituaries free of charge upon noti- workers and working families rises to $6,660 annual cost-of-living adjustment and remains Eligible taxpayers are able to deduct up to fication by a member of the deceased’s immediate family. up from $6,557 in 2019. The credit varies by $0 to $10,000. 20 percent of certain business income from Call 718-885-0760 or write to P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY 10464, including your telephone number. family size, filing status, and other factors, Saver’s Credit: In 2020, the AGI limit qualified domestic businesses, as well as with the maximum credit going to joint filers for the Saver’s Credit (also known as the certain dividends. To qualify for the deduc- Julia Gleeson with three or more qualifying children. Retirement Savings Contribution Credit) for tion business income must not exceed a cer- Longtime City Island resident Julia Child Tax Credit: For tax years 2019 low and moderate income workers is $65,000 tain dollar amount. In 2020, these threshold Gleeson passed away on Feb. 2, 2020, at a through 2025, the child tax credit is $2,000 for married couples filing jointly, up from amounts are $163,300 for single and head of nursing home on Long Island. per child. The refundable portion of the credit $64,000 in 2019; $48,750 for heads of house- household filers and $326,600 for married Julia was born on Oct. 12, 1926, in is $1,400 so that even if taxpayers do not owe hold, up from $48,000; and $32,500 for taxpayers filing joint returns. New York City and grew up in the Bronx, any tax, they can still claim the credit. A singles and married individuals filing sepa- Employee Health Insurance Expenses: the daughter of Irish immigrants and the $500 nonrefundable credit is also available rately, up from $32,000 in 2019. For taxable years beginning in 2020, the dollar amount of average wages is $27,600 oldest of three children. She worked at sev- for dependents who do not qualify for the Businesses ($27,100 in 2019). This amount is used for eral different jobs, including the telephone Child Tax Credit (e.g., dependents age 17 and Standard Mileage Rates: In 2020, the limiting the small employer health insurance company, the plumbers’ union United Asso- older). rate for business miles driven is 57.5 cents per credit and for determining who is an eligible ciation Local 2, Fordham University, and Child and Dependent Care Tax mile, down one half of a cent from the rate for small employer for purposes of the credit. Farberware. Credit: The Child and Dependent Care Tax 2019. Business Meals and Entertainment After retiring, Julia moved to City Credit also remained under tax reform. If you Section 179 Expensing: In 2020, the Expenses: The deduction remains at 50 Island, where she was one of the first resi- pay someone to take care of your dependent Section 179 expense deduction increases to percent for taxpayers who incur food and bev- dents at Pilot Cove Manor, which opened in (defined as being under the age of 13 at the a maximum deduction of $1,040,000 of the erage expenses associated with operating a 1981. She became a very active member of end of the tax year or incapable of self-care) first $2,590,000 of qualifying equipment trade or business. For tax years 2018 through the community, as a member of St. Mary, to work or look for work, you may qualify placed in service during the current tax year. 2025, however, the 50% deduction expands Star of the Sea Church and the Garden for a credit of up to $1,050 or 35 percent This amount is indexed to inflation for tax to include expenses incurred for meals fur- Club, a trustee of the City Island Historical of $3,000 of eligible expenses in 2020. For years after 2018. The deduction was enhanced nished to employees for the convenience of Society and Nautical Museum, a volunteer two or more qualifying dependents, you can under the TCJA to include improvements to the employer. Amounts after 2025, however, at the St. Mary’s thrift shop and at Calvary claim up to 35 percent of $6,000 (or $2,100) nonresidential qualified real property such as will not be deductible. Office holiday parties Hospital. She also enjoyed music and ani- of eligible expenses. For higher-income earn- roofs, fire protection, and alarm systems and remain 100 percent deductible and employee mals and her many nieces and nephews. ers, the credit percentage is reduced, but not security systems, and heating, ventilation, meals while on business travel also remain Julia is predeceased by her brothers below 20 percent, regardless of the amount and air-conditioning systems. Also of note, is deductible at 50 percent. Also eliminated Gerald and Maurice. She is survived by her of adjusted gross income. This tax credit is that costs associated with the purchase of any is the deduction for business entertainment sister-in-law, Loretta Gleeson, her nephews nonrefundable. sport utility vehicle, treated as a Section 179 expenses (only meals are deductible at 50 and nieces (Gerald, Loretta, Brian, Chris, American Opportunity Tax Credit expense, cannot exceed $25,900. percent; receipts must identify and separate Michael, Kristen and Ryan) and several and Lifetime Learning Credits: The maxi- Bonus Depreciation: Businesses are meal costs from entertainment costs). grandnieces and grandnephews. mum credit is $2,500 per student for the allowed to immediately deduct 100 percent This checklist outlines some of the impor- A service was held at St. Mary, Star of American Opportunity Tax Credit. The Life- of the cost of eligible property placed in ser- tant tax changes for 2020 but is not intended the Sea Church on Wednesday, Feb.5, 2020. time Learning Credit remains at $2,000 per vice after Sept. 27, 2017, and before Jan. 1, to be all-inclusive. Additional changes in tax return; however, the adjusted gross income 2023, after which it will be phased downward Jean Steiner D’Allesandro law are likely to arise during the year ahead. amount used by joint filers to determine the over a four-year period: 80 percent in 2023, Jean Steiner D’Allesandro passed away reduction in the Lifetime Learning Credit is on Sept. 8, 2019, after a brief illness. She $118,000 ($59,000 single filers). was 77. Interest on Educational Loans: In 2020, Jean was born on City Island in 1941 the maximum deduction for interest paid on to Tom and Ann Steiner. She attended P.S. student loans is $2,500. The deduction begins 17, Christopher Columbus High School and to be phased out for higher-income taxpayers “We offer free Drake Business College. She worked as an with modified adjusted gross income of more pickup and executive secretary and bookkeeper for sev- than $70,000 ($140,000 for joint filers) and delivery” eral firms in Manhattan and Westchester. is completely eliminated for taxpayers with After her marriage to Robert modified adjusted gross income of $85,000 Owned and Operated D’Allesandro, the couple traveled cross ($170,000 joint filers). by a City Island Resident country for two years, settling in Berkley, Retirement Savings Plans California, where she and Bob managed her Contribution Limits: The elective uncle’s stationery business. After five years deferral (contribution) limit for employees on the West Coast, they returned to be closer who participate in 401(k), 403(b), most 457 to Bob’s children. Jean enjoyed the country plans, and the federal government’s Thrift life for over 25 years. After Bob’s passing, Savings Plan increases to $19,500 (up from Jean returned to City Island, where she $19,000 in 2019). Contribution limits for When You Work with Me to Buy or Sell, enjoyed reconnecting with old friends and SIMPLE plans increase to $13,500 (up from making many new ones. She was affection- $13,000 in 2019). The maximum compensa- You are Working with the BEST! ately known to many as “Aunt Jeanie.” tion used to determine contributions increases Jean enjoyed traveling with her friends to $285,000 (up from $280,000 in 2019). back on City Island. She was an active mem- Income Phase-out Ranges: The deduc- ber of the American Legion Ladies Aux- tion for taxpayers making contributions to a iliary and the West Fordham Street Beach traditional IRA is phased out for singles and Club. heads of household who are covered by an Jean is survived by her sister, Dorothy employer-sponsored retirement plan and have 2019Centurion2014 International President’s Diamond Producer & & Tomsen, her niece and godchild, Annemarie modified AGI between $65,000 and $75,000. QualityPinnacle service QualityPinnacle ServiceProducer Awards Awards Tomsen (Joe Scotti), her stepchildren, Pat- For married couples filing jointly, in tiann (Hank) Gilcher, Howard (Barbara) which the spouse who makes the IRA con- D’Allesandro, Susan Snyder, Teresa (Tim) tribution is covered by an employer-spon- Hartsoe, and nine grandchildren and 17 sored retirement plan, the phase-out range great grandchildren. increases to $104,000 to $124,000. For an Jean was interred at Pelham Cemetery IRA contributor who is not covered by an on Sept. 12, 2019. employer-sponsored retirement plan and is Looking to sell married to someone who is covered, the your house? deduction is phased out if the couple’s modi- Now’s the time. [email protected] fied AGI is between $196,000 and $206,000. I would love to help you. The modified AGI phase-out range for taxpayers making contributions to a Roth IRA is $124,000 to $139,000 for singles and heads of household, up from $122,000 to $137,000. For married couples filing jointly, the income phase-out range is $196,000 to PIANO Important Tax Changes for Individuals, Part 2 TUNING This month we will focus on tax credits Rebuilding & Refinishing and deductions that will affect taxpayers dur- Buying, Selling & Moving ing 2020, as well as giving advice for those who run their own businesses. 30 Years Experience Tax Credits Please Contact: Adoption Credit: In 2020, a non-refund- Ralph Merigliano able credit (only those individuals with tax Cell: 914-262-6912 liability will benefit) of up to $14,300 is avail- able for qualified adoption expenses for each [email protected] March 2020 The Island Current Page Thirteen

By JOHN SHERIDAN and MARIA SUTHERLAND

The Colors of Squirrels these days. Their demise would appear A friend’s recent sighting of a rare to coincide with the introduction of gray albino squirrel in the wild got us think- squirrels to England’s shores about 100 ing more of the black squirrel population years ago, probably from Canada or the in our area. We remember that catching United States. But the story doesn’t end sight of a black squirrel used to be a lot there. Eventually black squirrels were less common than it appears to be today. introduced. No one is sure how or when, Scientists have noticed, too, and some but today it is clear that black squirrels have turned their attention to learning the will someday be supplanting the grays, reasons why. who supplanted the reds for most common First, it should be noted that a black English squirrel. squirrel is a genetic variant of a gray One last, closer-to-home squirrel that squirrel. Scientists have found evidence to we would like to bring to your attention is support the theory that black squirrels are the flying squirrel. Many people think of the result of interbreeding between gray the flying squirrel as much more exotic a and fox squirrels. The gene mutation that creature than it actually is. In fact, flying accounts for the darker pigment, they tell squirrels have called NYC parks home us, began with the fox squirrel and was for centuries. They are native New York- passed to the gray. ers. The reason that they are not as well Now it seems black squirrel popu- known as their gray and black cousins is lations are on the rise. Scientists have because of their size—they are the small- postulated that their increase may have est squirrels of New York—and because to do with their ability to stay warmer they are nocturnal creatures as opposed to in the cold. There is evidence to support their diurnal, or daytime loving, cousins. this, too: studies have shown that black Of course, a flying squirrel doesn’t squirrels can generate 11 percent more actually fly like a bird. It does, however, body heat in cold weather and retain body glide. It does this by extending its feet to heat 18 percent better than gray squirrels. cause large flaps of skin called patagium There is also speculation that black squir- to stretch out. Some flying squirrels can rels may be poised for a takeover because glide up to 150 feet at a time. Because of they are more aggressive and territorial their extra large and sensitive eyes, they than gray squirrels, and are more able to are able to navigate the tree limbs that tolerate cold. would otherwise get in their way. We have There is precedent for the kind of rise been told that the best place to find flying and fall in squirrel populations that we are squirrels in New York City is Inwood Hill observing here. For example, the native Park in Manhattan. While you’re there red squirrels of England are few and far looking, keep your ears out for the Eastern between in large parts of that country screech owls that call Inwood Hill Park home.

Kerry A. Dinneen, Esq.

www.cormacmcenerylaw.com Page Fourteen The Island Current March 2020 The Importance of Family Rituals By Mary Colby By JOHN SCARDINA cutting into the lines below the string with a Fiskars scissor. Once that is done, a bit more We live in a world of fast-paced interac- there. Have a family sharing circle over din- shaping for the twists into soft rounded edg- tions. If someone doesn’t respond to a text ner that night and discuss what you learned es will produce something very satisfying. within a few hours, we are already making from serving others. To make a bird, it is best to first have a up a script in our heads about what’s wrong! • Communing with nature: Pick a place plinth of the boxwood itself and to let the top Transactions are quick and to the point, and of natural beauty close to home and plan to elongate before tying in the top branches to novelty and efficiency take precedence over spend a day each year at that place. Make it a create the tail and head. I have seen amazing tradition and quality time. day of no electronics and offer special activi- results as well with wire forms of animals. All cultures have rituals that create “sa- ties that engage each family member: mak- The wire skeleton goes around the plant. cred space” that is separate from day-to-day ing and flying kites, a nature scavenger hunt, You just have to water and feed it and wait living. Many of us have faith practices—a a silent period of observing the wildlife or a until it fills the form. Then you can shape it. church service, a seder, prayer vigil, a period family hike or bike ride. Have everyone keep Yew is by far one of the best plants to of fasting, meditation at home or the shared a journal of words, pictures or even found ob- make topiary from. It will outlast you, for silence of a Quaker meeting—that allow us jects, and share what that day meant to you. some yew trees are a thousand years old. to move into that space-time limbo and expe- • Communion with local history: Draw a Irish yew when clipped is even tighter than rience deeper connections: connections with circle with a 50-mile radius from your home the English variety. I wouldn’t turn my nose the Divine, the universe, our loved ones and and look up all of the historical sites within up to using privet, especially for a short ourselves. However, as fewer and fewer fami- that circle. Once a year, plan a family trip to hedge that makes a boundary around beds lies participate in organized religion, perhaps one locale and learn more about your local and borders. we can create family rituals that allow for a history. Let each family member take turns A hedge style I love is called a crinkle- break from the mundane and a chance for choosing a place to visit, and have the chil- shared connections. Photo by KRISTINA COOK crankle, which is basically a serpentine pat- dren share what they learned at school the A crinkle-crackle hedge tern. Walls were built this way in the early Some of these probably already hap- next day. 19th century. Instead of being many bricks pen in your home: grace before meals, fam- • Fundraising for a worthy cause: Re- Topiary: Sculpture in the Green thick and needing buttresses, these walls ily prayers, the tooth fairy moment, the spe- search which non-profit organizations sup- The word topiary comes from the Latin only had to be one brick thin. The alternate cial birthday breakfast or the annual trip to port your family values. Plan an all-day fam- toparius, meaning ornamental gardening. convex-concave wall provided stability, a favorite vacation spot. Perhaps more such ily fundraiser: it can be as simple as a yard My first encounters with great topiary were and fruit trees could be grown on the south events, or rituals, could be established to hon- sale or as complex as a “mini-Olympics” for at the garden of Hidcote and then again at side, which retained heat, making the grow- or and support family values. These might the neighborhood or a puppet show display- Great Dixter in Kent, England—two tremen- ing and fruiting season longer. Hedges may include: ing your family’s creativity. Take photos of dous examples of what may be the most cre- be carved and clipped in this way to make • Community Service Day: Plan a special the day and send it to the organization you are ative of all garden arts and practices. a beautiful configuration for planting trees day each year to engage in community ser- supporting: you may appear on their website! There is a real magic that lends itself to in the concave areas. It could be made from vice as a family. Everyone can participate; no Humans yearn for connection, and rituals a garden when yew or box are shaped into hornbeam, holly, beech or yew. Or a short- child is too young to be there! And there can provide special opportunities for that connec- fanciful birds, chess pieces, teapots, etc., er form outlining a flower border could be be a sense of giving back to others. Return- tion to grow. Here are four ideas: I am sure etc. When these green sculptures are human fashioned out of box. ing to the same place of service each year can you can come up with many more. What are size, they mimic the human form, standing If you are inclined toward the magical, build long-lasting relationships with the folks you waiting for? mysteriously in meadows or walled gardens. embellish your own garden with some topi- At Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania, you ary sculptures, shears at the ready. walk into a green room peopled with larg- Mary Colby articles, “In the Garden,” EDMOND (Teddy) PRYOR er-than-life topiary. Although this method which have been published in The Island of shaping trees and bushes into pyramids, Current since November 2012, are now ATTORNEY AT LAW balls, eggs and archways belong to grand available in the Vertical File collection in 292 City Island Avenue residences, the average gardener can have the LuEsther T. Mertz Library at the New at least one or two that will make their own (718) 829-0222 City Island York Botanical Garden. If you would like to www.pryorlaw.com New York 10464 space more fanciful. see her collection of gardening articles, stop I have made spirals out of columnar box in at the library on your next visit to the Gar- by winding a string around the shrub and den and ask a librarian for her file.

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Photo by KAREN NANI A triple birthday celebration for (l. to r.) Islanders Barbara (Boo) Dennis, Barbara Dolensek and Colleen Murdock, was held on January 25, 2020, at the Harlem Yacht Club.

Photo by JACK ARONSON Sandy Dunn (above, center) celebrated her birthday with a “Roaring 2020’s” party at Grace Church Parish Hall on Feb. 1. Photo courtesy of DAVID ELLIS She is shown above with (l. to r.) David On Feb. 1, 2020, members of the Trinity and Harlan Sexton, her husband Bruce THE SNUG’S 16TH ANNUAL United Methodist Church Sunday School Weis, Cheryl Solomon and John Esser. took the Souper Bowl of Caring on the road! Pastor Dave, Gabriel and David Get-well wishes are being sent to Pilot ST. PADDY’S DAY Ellis, and Lilly and Ben Chadwick set up Cove’s Frank Rosa, who is recuperating at in front of Dominick’s Market to spread home from gall-bladder surgery. Hope to the word and receive donations. Thanks see him up and about very soon! PAR T Y to the generosity of Dominick’s and the Happy birthday greetings on March 31 City Islanders, they collected over $170 to Pell Place’s Barbara Stiene, with love TH and 30 bags of food for those in need. from your family and friends. TUES., MARCH 17 It was a triple birthday celebration 12 NOON TIL... on Jan. 25 for three Islanders: Barbara (Boo) Dennis, Barbara Dolensek and Col- CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE leen Murdock. Friends and family toasted these three amazing women at a party at (OTHER TRADITIONAL IRISH DISHES) the Harlem Yacht Club. Happy anniversary on March 28 to Bay MUSIC ALL DAY LONG Street’s Anne and Scouse McIntyre, with love from your family and friends. RESERVE YOUR Belated birthday wishes to Sandy Dunn, who celebrated with her husband, BOOTH NOW!! Bruce, and friends at a “Roaring 2020’s” birthday bash at Grace Church Parish Hall on Feb. 1. Lots of flappers and fun! 885-9559 Happy March 8 birthday to Chris But- ($5 IRISH COFFEE/12-3 P.M.) terworth and his cousin Joseph Nelson on March 10. More birthday greetings to Joseph’s dad, Joe, on March 28. All COME JOIN THE FUN!!! with love from the Doyle and Butterworth families! THANK YOU FOR YOUR And a great big WELCOME to spring, PATRONAGE which arrives on March 19! Maria Swieciki

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