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Business Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown Join Effective Approach Forces on Census 2020 Makers Central Cultivates Cre- ativity by Char Weigel Story» Page 9

he fi rst mailing of Census 2020 may not reach house- Photo By: Char Weigel Tholds until mid-March, but the villages of Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown are already at work to ensure a successful and complete count. Th e Sleepy Hollow-Tarry- town Census 2020 Committee is comprised of both village govern- Sports ments, the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns, Warner Library, the Track Champs Diana Loja, Village of Sleepy Hollow Community Liaison, coordinated a Census 2020 media event Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Cham- Bulldogs Win First Crown in 31 February 23 for Spanish-language media outlets and many other print and social media entities. MORE» on page 2 Years

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Environmental News Community Reminder: Environmental New York’s plastic Taking the Plunge bag ban begins 3/1. Festival Bring your own bag Irvington Th eatre to Host Ac- claimed Documentary. wherever you shop. Story» Page 27 PAGE 12 PAID PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE U.S. PERMIT NO. 971 PERMIT NO. WHITE PLAINS, NY WHITE PLAINS, Tribute About 50 men, women and teenagers ran into the Hudson River February 15 for the Third Annual Escape from Sing Sing Local Librarian Polar Plunge, raising $17,300 to support Gullotta House. Adults, Children Remember Cheryl Matthews. Story» Page 30 Protests Prompt Irvington Board to Delay Rezoning Vote

by Barrett Seaman or scrap the legislation altogether. Coming as they did more than eight months af- n a night when the Irvington Board of Trust- ter the bill was introduced last June and following ees was poised to enact major zoning changes eight subsequent public hearings in which various Ofor the village’s North Broadway Corridor stakeholders requested changes, the 11th-hour chal- What’s Happening (see e Hudson Independent, February 2020 is- lenges left Mayor Brian Smith and fellow trustees sue), a group of residents submitted petitions and frustrated. In a Facebook exchange with several of Calendar Listing followed them with comments at the board’s the legislation’s opponents, Smith reminded them of February 20th meeting, calling for the board to the extensive outreach that had gone before. “I have of Events vastly alter the allowable uses of the property sent emails,” he MORE» on Page 3 Story» Page 32-33 counted every 10 years. Students at the EF “OUR GOAL IS THAT EVERY RESIDENT OF BOTH Census School? Yes. Residents of group homes and Continued from page 1 VILLAGES IS COUNTED AND THAT EVERYONE nursing homes? Yes. Non-family members UNDERSTANDS WHY THE CENSUS IS in the same dwelling? A baby born on the ber of Commerce, the police departments day the household fi lls out the census? Res- IMPORTANT TO THEIR LIVES.” and other community and non-profi t rep- idents who are not citizens? Yes to all and —Rebecca McGovern, Committee member and Tarrytown Trustee resentatives. “Our goal,” said Committee many more, including just about anyone member and Tarrytown Trustee Rebecca living in Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. McGovern, “is that every resident of both Th e Committee is reaching out to busi- ment entities. By law, responses will only communications will include the Census villages is counted and that everyone un- nesses and community organizations with be used for statistical purposes.” She wants 2020 logo, and anyone affi liated with the derstands why the census is important to presentations, fl yers and posters to raise everyone to know they can safely respond. census will carry Census 2020 identifi ca- their lives.” awareness, and is launching a local social Th e Committee is recruiting familiar faces tion. It is possible that a Census employee Despite considerable outreach and com- media campaign. Th e Public Schools of in undercounted neighborhoods as vol- may call you to clarify your response, but munication during the 2010 census, sev- the Tarrytowns (TUFSD) is a key partner unteers to walk with Census enumerators only after you have submitted your com- eral neighborhoods in Sleepy Hollow and – incorporating census education into the during in-person visits to reduce confusion pleted Census. Police Chiefs John Barbelet Tarrytown were among the most under- curriculum, sending fl yers home in back- and anxiety. of Tarrytown and Anthony Bueti of Sleepy counted in New York State. Th e cost of a packs, and educating families through Th e Committee has already heard con- Hollow urge residents to report any suspi- similar undercounting in 2020 would be email blasts. Soon, banners will be posted cerns about scams and identity theft, and cious outreach in the name of the census to high. Each uncounted person results in a at prominent locations around the villages reports of some misleading political mail- the police departments. loss of $2,500 in government funding per in English and in Spanish. Th e goal is that ings that appear to be part of Census 2020. McGovern emphasized, “We all win year. Th at means money from taxes paid by the census is top of mind to everyone. Th e census will send the invitations to if we all count. So fi ll out your census or village residents will be sent to other parts Th e new online platform is a plus for households only through the U.S. mail, reach out for help if you need it. Every- of the state rather than supporting local some but a barrier for others. Th e Com- not by email or phone. Households that one counts!” Visit www.2020census.gov or roads, village programs and other services. mittee is working with Warner Library, have not responded will receive an in-per- email [email protected] In addition, for every uncounted person, places of worship, businesses, health or- son visit between May and July. All census with questions. residents of both villages will lose represen- ganizations, the Community Food Pan- tation in Albany and Washington, giving try and many more organizations to raise greater voice to other areas of the state. Th e awareness and provide laptop support for Pictured on the front cover: Committee is working to avoid these losses online submission. Th ere are also options by counting every resident. to fi le by phone (with translation services) Diana Loja, Village of Sleepy Hollow Community Liaison, coordinated a Census Th e census is short, only nine questions and on a paper form mailed to residents 2020 media event February 23 for Spanish-language media outlets and many (see the questions at https://2020census. who have not responded by mid-April. other print and social media entities. Speakers included Maritza Mora, Ecuador- gov/en/about-questions.html), but there Confi dentiality is a concern for some. ian Cónsul, Queens; Ken Wray, Mayor of Sleepy Hollow; Tito Davila, Community are many hurdles to a complete count. Diana Loja, Committee member and Vil- Liaison for State Senator Pete Harckham; Ana Restrepo, Neighbor’s Link; Maria One barrier is confusion about who needs lage of Sleepy Hollow Community Liai- Portilla, Westchester County Department of Social Services; Heriberto Con- to be counted. Th e Constitution and the son, said, “Th e census is confi dential and treras, Westchester County Census Coordinator; Luis Yumbla, a leader of the 14th Amendment require every resident, cannot be released to anyone or shared Westchester Latino Community; and others. regardless of age or citizenship status, to be with law enforcement or other govern-

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2 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Vote Delay Continued from page 1 wrote. “There have been other articles. living facility in the zone. They echoed We have incorporated the input received concerns raised by the two previous ap- over the last nine months from neighbors, plications—the Continuum facility on residents and property owners into the South Broadway and four years later the draft…” Brightview plan for the Carrafiello prop- “I just found out about it a few days be- erty. These included size, traffic, parking fore the February 3rd meeting,” explained and increased demand for village services, Peter Budeiri of Meadowbrook Road, just especially EMT. Remarks made indicated west of the affected area. He learned from little recognition that these issues were ad- a neighbor and said he subsequently dis- dressed publicly throughout deliberations covered that there were others who didn’t and reflected in the legislation. know about the legislation. “It’s on us that Another fear resurrected in public com- we were not keeping up with what the ments was that large tracts would be board was doing,” he conceded but went bought up by non-profits that would pay on to say they felt the last-minute appeal no property taxes. Smith assured the audi- was warranted. ence that there were various ways protect The legislation, which was based largely against the loss of tax revenues but that, on recommendations put forth in the vil- in the end, state and federal law prevents lage’s Comprehensive Plan Update, adopt- municipalities from blocking schools and ed in 2018, would allow a mix of uses rang- religious organizations from buying land ing from restaurants, doctors’ offices and and rendering it tax-free. private clubs to multi-family housing and Indeed, one of the virtues of the pro- assisted living facilities. Over the course posed re-zoning is that by attracting ac- of the public hearings, adjustments were ceptable commercial uses, the new zoning made at the behest of various constituen- would reduce the risk of having a school cies, including the owners of a four-acre or religious group take the property off tract currently used by the Maxon Corpo- the tax rolls. A case in point: In 1998, the ration who were anxious to accept a bid by Mt. Vernon-based Fortress Bible church a company proposing to build an assisted bought 6.5 acres of land in an area of living facility, as well as by homeowners Greenburgh zoned for mixed use by the along Strawberry Lane along the southern town, with plans to build a 500-seat church border of the zoning area. The plan was the and a school for 150 students. Greenburgh product of a committee of citizens. Con- resisted, citing concerns about traffic but siderable attention was paid to protecting also indicating its reluctance to take the structures with historical value, viewsheds property off the tax rolls. Fortress sued and and traffic patterns on Broadway. in 2010 won a $6.5 million settlement, One of the petitions stated: “In our based in part on its claim that Green- view, the best option is to retain the ex- burgh’s refusal violated its constitutional isting 1F‐40 (two-acre residential) zoning rights under the federal Religious Land for this area. If the Board considers this to Use and Institutionalized Persons Act, or be impossible, [then] restaurants should be RLUIPA. omitted from the allowable uses, and as- With no time to digest the concerns ex- sisted living facilities and hotels should be pressed, the board felt it had no choice but reduced in allowable size, to 50 beds and to keep the public hearing open—at least 25 rooms respectively.” through its early March meeting. “Multi-family development,” the peti- tion went on, “should not be allowed in Indoor Parking Wins Approval the new district, except within existing In contrast to the contentious public historic buildings, in order to encourage hearing on the North Broadway Corri- their reuse.” dor, legislation permitting indoor parking At the board meeting on the 20th, about in existing structures in Irvington (except a dozen residents took to the microphone on Main Street and North Astor) breezed to take issue with various elements of the through without opposition and is now plan. Many of the concerns expressed fo- law. cused on the prospect of having an assisted

www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 The Hudson Independent 3 Pathway Through Tarrytown’s Wilson Park Draws Neighbors’ Ire by Barrett Seaman known it.” the path will not only encourage use of the Th e DeRockers’ immediate neighbor, An- park, it will off er some protection from the Suburban parks tend to have walking drea Taber appeared at the Board of Trust- deer ticks that are an ongoing menace in the paths, benches—perhaps a gazebo. Not so ees’ February 3 meeting and invited them village’s open lands. If they want to weigh Wilson Park, an 11-acre expanse of natu- to come to her house and see for themselves in on these and other plans, said Ruhland, ral greenery sitting atop the hill overlook- just how intrusive the path was. She pre- the neighbors should attend monthly meet- ing Tarrytown and the Hudson River. Un- dicted that the crushed stone path surface ings of the Environmental Advisory Coun- til recently, only its regularly mown grass would be dangerous for bikers and diffi - cil, which now advises the village on such betrayed human intervention. Its sparse cult for wheelchair users, recommending matters. copses, raspberry patches and brambles instead a narrower mown grass path. Her Roger and Loretta London, path op- lent it a pastoral air—the kind of tract that Disputed pathway in Wilson Park. neighbor just to the east, Heather Dyer, ponents who live just across Wilson Park would make a developer’s eyes shine at the voiced concern that park visitors that used Drive from the park, acknowledged that prospect of planting a crop of 6,000-sq. ft. pathway along the ridge line of the park. to disperse themselves around the open they should have become more engaged. manses on it, with pricey river views. Neighbors didn’t like it, deeming it “un- fi elds would now concentrate on the path But they counter that the village, for its It was just that prospect that led the vil- necessary,” “totally superfl uous,” “a waste of right behind her house. She also pushed part, should have proactively notifi ed im- lage’s Planning Board, a decade ago, to cut time and money.” back against some suggestions by some path mediate neighbors of plans that could aff ect a deal with home-building giant Toll Broth- Over time, the grumbling subsided as an supporters that she and her neighbors were their property values, just as homeowners ers to set aside these 11 acres as a public overgrowth of crabgrass narrowed the path “elitists,” insisting, “I’m not trying to make are required to notify their neighbors of park and build only 14 instead of 24 colo- down to a yard or so in width. Th en in late it my own private park…I just don’t think planned alterations. “My takeaway,” con- nial-style homes. Toll Brothers built three of January of this year, a bulldozer and earth- you need a path to enjoy it.” cluded Doctor London, “is that somebody the four houses that directly border Wilson mover appeared out of the early morning While these neighbors felt they were (from here) should be on that committee— Park, separated only by stone walls. To these mist from the rail trail on the park’s eastern blindsided by the arrival of the bulldozer in the canary in the coal mine—and know homeowners, the park has served as a vir- border and cut a fi ve-and-a-half foot swath January, Village Administrator Rich Sling- what’s going on.” tual extension of their lawns, granting them some 25 yards from the three properties erland pointed out that the plan for the Dr. London and the Tabers, Andrea and the kind of bucolic vista only estate owners before meandering up the slope to connect connecting trail had been on the board’s her husband Ken, spoke at the February 18 of yore enjoyed. with the ridge path. published agendas of three separate meet- trustee meeting where Taber, a New York Th e village, prompted by local conser- Th e immediate neighbors were incensed. ings last year, with discussions going back to lawyer and chair of the Phelps Hospital vationists whose goal was to protect all the One, Rob DeRocker, president of the Wil- 2017. Catherine Ruhland, who headed up board of overseers, off ered to pay the net public spaces, including the adjacent Tarry- son Park home owners association, quipped the Lakes Committee that had advocated costs incurred by moving the path further town Lakes, had other plans. In an eff ort to that the path was so obvious “you can see it for the trail, suggested that their surprise south, away from the property lines. While encourage more public use of the park, they from space,” later describing it as “a dull, fat stemmed from not being “plugged into the Mayor Drew Fixell indicated a willingness pressed the village to connect it to the trails knife (sliced) down the middle of a Monet.” thought processes of the Parks Department to work with the neighbors on planting that ring the lakes, beginning in 2017 with “It may not ‘ruin’ Wilson Park,” he con- and other groups.” In short, they hadn’t to mitigate the impact of the new path, it a meandering four-foot wide crushed stone ceded, “but it certainly ruins it as we’ve been paying enough attention. She believes seemed likely that it would remain in place.

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6 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Security Camera Registration Gains Slowly in Tarrytown by Robert Kimmel “spurts,” most often following “something munity because nobody is losing power or ter to Amazon requested information about on our website, or a published article when control over their own camera,” he added. the arrangement with police departments, Access to video from home security we talk about it. Four or fi ve people register “We want to get more people to register. “along with the company’s policies govern- cameras as a method to help police solve within the next couple of days, then it goes Obviously, I would like to have hundreds of ing the data it collects.” It went on to state crimes is rising across the country, and Tar- quiet again,” he said. people registered.” that “Th e Subcommittee is examining tra- rytown is among the municipalities using Regarding the burglary arrest in Decem- Sleepy Hollow’s Police Department may ditional constitutional protections against that process. It led to the arrest of a suspect ber, the chief noted that evidence from peo- soon be implementing a program utilizing surveilling Americans and the balancing of charged with a series of burglaries in the vil- ple’s cameras was a “huge help” in arresting security cameras at homes and businesses. civil liberties and security interests.” lage this past December. Tarrytown Police the suspect, who had broken into homes on “Th e department is currently reviewing Ring’s products also include interior Chief John Barbelet’s quest is to have more Wildey Street, and is also our options for this type surveillance cameras. It does have a policy residents with surveillance cameras register suspected of burglarizing of program, and we plan requiring an owner’s permission before a them with his department. homes in other locations, on having it done by mid- camera can be hooked up into existing sys- A village project aimed at that registration including Sleepy Hollow March,” stated Sleepy tems, and Cerone said that in his opinion labelled “Secure/Cam” began last Novem- and Dobbs Ferry. Th e sus- Hollow Chief of Police any set-up selected by Irvington would be ber; however, while there has been a “pick- pect, German Martinez, Anthony Bueti. in compliance with privacy regulations, and up” in registration, the results have been 41, was taken into custody Among the options Ir- “not violating anyone’s rights.” As the other “sporadic,” Barbelet said. “I believe we have in Yonkers, early in January vington’s Chief of Police police chiefs do, he sees a camera security two dozen registered at this point,” he said by Tarrytown police offi cers Matthew Cerone is look- program also as a crime deterrent. last month. “I wish people would realize assisted by members of the ing into is a formal pro- Tarrytown’s voluntary program does not that we are not accessing your system, and Greenburgh Drug and Al- gram developed by an involve camera links into a communicating we are not going to take it over. We are only cohol Task Force. Martinez Amazon company, Ring system and video footage is viewed on an going to look at or make a copy of pertinent has been charged with fi ve Inc., in which more than individual basis upon an owner’s agreement. video.” counts of burglary in the 2nd degree. 400 police departments across the United “I really do not see any negative aspect to “We would just like to know where the Noting that police often are out during States reportedly are involved. It off ers a signing up for our program,” Barbelet has cameras are so that when we have an inves- the day investigating a crime while people companion app which can permit police ac- stated. “Contact is made only when there tigation, we don’t have to waste time going are at work, Barbelet explained, “If their cess to video from Ring’s doorbell cameras is an incident in the vicinity of a home or knocking on doors,” the chief added. He ex- camera was registered, we would shoot them and other surveillance cameras. “We would business security camera.” plained that it was not just residential, pri- an email saying we had an incident at your inquire directly with those residents and Residents can register online at www. vate cameras to be registered, but also those neighbor’s house, during the day, so when businesses to determine if they will provide tarrytowngov.com/tarrytown-police- at commercial establishments in the village. you get home from work can you contact a copy of the video we are requesting,” Ce- department/programs-services/webforms/ “You know businesses have cameras, condo- us. We just want you to ask about looking at rone stated. secure-camera-registration. Questions about minium complexes have them; the numbers your camera. If people do not want to give Th e Ring program last month came un- the program can be answered by calling the must be well into the hundreds,” he said. us access, they could look on their own.” der scrutiny by the House Subcommittee Detective Division, at 914-631-1514. Barbelet said camera registration comes in “I think it is a great program for the com- on Economic and Consumer Policy. A let-

www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 Th e Hudson Independent 7 Dobbs Ferry Puppeteer Provides an Enchantment Within Studio by Tara Brandman with Robbins. While partici- instructs them to perform simple scenes on pants will learn some trade camera—yes, he has erected a puppet-sized Rivertowns residents may often wander secrets, they are also encour- stage in his studio. And somehow, watching the streets of the villages wondering what aged to bring wine if they the performances, one becomes convinced worlds exist within the doorways and win- like. Robbins provides cheese that these hand puppets experience loneli- dows of the many artists’ ateliers. One and crackers. Thus, his work- ness, joy, terror, and confusion. Robbins such studio which the lucky wanderer may shops are equal parts puppet- marvels at this illogical leap of the human chance upon is that of Bruce Robbins, a ry and festivity – a night out imagination. Dobbs Ferry puppeteer. and an art lesson. “I continue to be charmed by the fact that The fantastical display in Robbins’ win- The two-hour workshop we know that the inanimate object is being dow hints at the enchantment within. The begins with the choosing of a manipulated by a human, yet we can some- visitor who enters is ushered into the magi- puppet: all are simple, bright how find ourselves moved by the emotions cal world Robbins has created – a veritable hand puppets. Following being brought to life by the puppeteer,” he wonderland inhabited by puppets from the puppet selection, Robbins said. “In other words, how did that sock realms of the political, the grotesque, and instructs participants on how just make me tear up or make me laugh? the magical. One would be thoroughly un- to manipulate the puppets Bruce Robbins in his Main Street studio in Dobbs It’s a magical moment when that happens!” Ferry. surprised to see Titania, Oberon, or Puck to enable these noseless and Robbins described his love of puppetry as peek out from behind the curtain to guide mouthless creatures to seem- puppet sized top hats, and lush, warm fab- an art form that “allows me to combine my the fairy puppets off their shelves. ingly transform into sentient beings. Rob- rics suitable for a princess, or perhaps a thief passion for both the visual and theater arts. Aspiring puppeteers, artist-wannabes, bins further encourages students to forge a if one prefers. I love that it gives free rein to imagination and curious experimenters are all welcome connection to the puppets by adding cos- Once students have more or less mastered and creative exploration while focusing on to attend “Party with Puppets” workshops tumes, which include impossibly perfect the basics of puppet movement, Robbins and discovering ways to communicate and share ideas with others.” Robbins applauds his students’ efforts, Kitchen Worker Pleads Guilty to 2018 Murder in and manages to see the artist in anyone, believing all people can be touched by the Irvington Restaurant muse of puppetry. In addition to adult “Party with Puppet Rosa Ramirez, charged with the April Ramirez, 29, of New York City, is due pared for the lunchtime crowd at the pop- Workshops,” he also offers children and 2018 stabbing death of Bonifacio Rodri- back in court April 24 for sentencing, but ular Irvington restaurant. A fellow worker family workshops. guez, prep chef at Irvington’s River City according to Westchester DA Anthony tried to intervene. Rodriguez succumbed Robbins’ studio can be found at 50 Main Grille, pleaded guilty last month in State Scarpino, she can expect to serve 17 years to his wounds on his way to Westchester Street in Dobbs Ferry. Visit his website at Supreme Court in White Plains to second- to life for the Class A Felony. Medical Center in Valhalla. www.bcrobbins.com for more information degree murder. The murder took place as the two pre- about him, his puppets and his workshops.

8 The Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Business News Makers Central: A Rising Tide Approach to Business by Annabelle Allen businesses succeed through coexisting. Inside view of Makers “One of the most diffi cult things about Central warehouse. Makers Central is an incubator for small being an artist is the business end of things,” maker businesses. Founded in June 2019 said McGinn. One of the reasons McGinn and located at 84 Central Avenue in Tarry- opened Makers Central is to help small town, the creative warehouse is home to fi ve makers businesses grow their platform. Th ough everybody individual businesses, each of them turning Makers Central creates an environment in Makers Central runs out hand-made, high-quality goods for the that not only encourages creativity but sup- their own business, the hospitality industry. ports artists with their business. Each indi- camaraderie among the Connor McGinn sculpts ceramic dinner- vidual renting space pays a membership fee, makers is what fuels ware in the front of the warehouse, while and with that comes 24-hour access to their their success. McGinn Matt Yazel makes one-of-a-kind knives in space, access to all events, and a running list doesn’t see himself as the back. In the middle is Natalia Wood- of resources that help support and build a the boss, nor does he ward, pressing fl owers and printing her business. However, Connor also shared that want to be. Rather, he drawings onto stationery. C-los Carpentry the most valuable resource they have is each wants Makers Central takes control of the back left of the ware- other. to be seen as “a resource house, creating hand-made bowls and fur- “Th ere is constant learning and helping rather than an over- niture, not far from where Dan Sabia trans- each other out,” said McGinn. Many of the lord,” a community powered by a give and Central will be open, there will be a food forms wood scraps into countertops and creators have a background in restaurant take of resources among fl edgling entrepre- truck outside, local distilleries and brewers cutting boards. work, and their clientele is largely com- neurs. doing tastings, a coff ee vendor, and candles It’s a beehive of creativity. Th ough unlike prised of chefs and restaurant profession- “What I’m trying to do with makers is for sale. Th e makers will give live demon- a real hive, they are not all working for the als. And since their crafts share space on collect all of these resources and learn on strations. Th ough the warehouse is not a queen bee. Th ey are working for themselves. the dinner table, the makers can also share the fl y as we go about how to help other in- regular retail shop, the makers know it’s What makes Makers Central so extraordi- business. dividuals businesses get set up and get run- important to be a part of the larger com- nary is how these businesses work together “If I have a chef coming in here to look ning and thrive,” McGinn said. “It’s a scary, munity. Makers Central invites visitors to while still maintaining their individuality. at plates, I pretty much won’t let him or her stressful and vulnerable time opening up take a tour and meet the makers on May 9. “It’s the idea of a rising tide. A rising tide walk out the door unless they come back a business, but it’s been a challenging and “It’s important that we have these pop-up brings up all the ships,” said co-founder and see everybody else,” McGinn said. fun experience.” McGinn believes Makers events where we can open up to the pub- McGinn. “Th e success of one maker helps “And the chef will say, ‘Oh, you have a knife Central will prove fruitful for these makers lic, have people meet the diff erent makers the success of another.” He explained that guy! I’ve got to talk to the knife guy.’ Or, businesses. and hear each of our individual stories. It’s the goal of Makers Central is to create an ‘Oh, you make cutting boards!’ Or, ‘Oh, Th e warehouse is having a Mother’s Day hugely important for us to be a part of a environment where these small makers you make menus!’” pop up on May 9. Th e doors to Makers larger community,” said McGinn.

© Tim Grajek www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 Th e Hudson Independent 9 School News Irvington Middle School Students a Step Ahead irvington Th anks to the generosity of the Irvington Middle maline Lebuhn said. “We chose shoes [for our drive] School community, members of the Spanish Club because it was diff erent from things we’ve done. Th e donated more than 1,119 pairs of shoes to Soles- shoes are shipped out all over the world to people 4Souls, a charity that distributes new and used shoes who need them so it’s helping people globally.” to people in need. Club members, who organized “I hope we can make a diff erence, giving a lot of toy drives in previous years, said they were inspired shoes to those in need who have to walk to school to do something diff erently this year after watching with no shoes or do job interviews without shoes,” a video in their Spanish classes about the diff erent eighth grader Hanna Reish said. lengthy and often dangerous routes that children “Th ey have to walk barefoot across sand, snow, around the world take to school. stone. Just walking across the pavement without “Th ere are extreme ways – walking through gla- shoes hurts your feet. I can’t imagine what pain they ciers or up mountains for six hours – and we noticed go through.” a lot of people didn’t have shoes,” eighth grader Em- Irvington High Sophomore Wins MIT’s 2020 THINK competition

Brooke Dunefsky, an Irvington High School the program is a science, research and innova- vides feedback on the patient’s progress. Using sophomore and a budding scientist, won the tion competition for motivated high school 3D printing at a research lab over the summer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s 2020 students who wish to implement new ideas and she created and tested an ergonomic handle THINK competition for her paper and project, make a signifi cant contribution to science and and apparatus that trains stroke patients in per- “A Self-Adapting Device that Utilizes Neuro- technology. forming supination and pronation. plasticity for Rehabilitation of Stroke Victims.” Dunefsky, who likes to fi nd creative solu- “Th is aff ordable device, paired with video- As one of six national winners, Dunefsky will tions to real-world problems, said her project game systems to keep patients engaged, will receive a scholarship to fund the development involved creating a new device for upper limb hopefully signifi cantly speed up recovery time of her device. According to the MIT website, stroke rehabilitation that is easy to use and pro- MORE» on page 24 Hackley Students Standout in Debate Masters School Students Fundraising hackley masters Hackley U.S. Debate had an out- A group of sixth graders at Th e Masters creative idea, “We started a Google doc, standing showing at the University School has found a way to use memes and Time for Memes was born,” he said. of Pennsylvania’s 45th annual Lib- for good by creating Time for Memes, a Once the idea went from a Google doc erty Bell Classic. publication that celebrates and analyzes to hard copy, it took on a new life as a Th ree two-person teams reached the internet cultural phenomena. vehicle to support worthy causes. elimination rounds at the prestigious Th e group, consisting of Jimmy Fa- Th e fi rst edition in December raised national circuit tournament, with bian, Alex Kritzer, Jackson Schuchard, $71 for Team Trees, which aims to fi ght junior Ben Kirsch and sophomore John Th orn and Milo Wallach, has cre- deforestation by planting 20 million Zach Yusaf reaching Varsity quarter- ated two editions of the magazine this trees. Th e second edition raised $86 for fi nals in a highly competitive fi eld of 154 teams from all over the country. year. Th ey sell copies of Time for Memes St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, In speaker point rankings, Zach was 12th out of 308 competitors, and freshman for $1 each, and proceeds go to charity. a pediatric treatment and research facil- talent Zara Yusaf came in at 19th debating Varsity with sophomore Michael Lee. Kritzer explained that the concept ity that focuses primarily on childhood Kevin Kim and Aidan Aybar enjoyed a great run into double-octofi nals, in the grew out of a simple idea: to parody cancer. novice division. the news magazine TIME. To enact this

10 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Rotary’s Duck Derby, Y’s Healthy Kids Day Set for Patriot’s Park

by Robert Kimmel active role during the day with their pres- ence in feathery duck costumes, including Patriot’s Park’s four acres will be packed their availability for photos with children. with exciting activities, entertainment, They will also be making their 2020 cos- food services, and more, on Saturday, April tumed debut during the Sleepy Hollow- 28 as the Rotary Club of the Tarrytowns Tarrytown St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sun- and the Family YMCA at Tarrytown again day March 15. join forces. The Rotary’s Duck Derby and Activities at Patriot’s Park begin at 11 the Y’s Healthy Kids Day will be the com- a.m., and the ducks gear up for the first bined attractions that have brought thou- Derby race heat soon afterwards. Six race sands to the park for the annual events heats and a grand final race take place in since their initial collaboration in 2008. Andre Brook. Persons who have adopted “The Family YMCA at Tarrytown is once the winning ducks of each heat receive again very excited to be partnering with $100, while for the grand final race, in the Rotary for the 13th year to bring this which each heat winner participates, the fun filled day to the community,” said Lesa victor’s adopter collects a $1,500 award. Dalton, the Y’s Associate Executive Direc- Duck Adoptions are open online at www. tor. “As you know the Y continues to pro- tarrytownrotary.org., and credit cards are mote Healthy Kids Day as a way to bring accepted. Adopting one duck costs $10, community organizations, local vendors while a six-quack is $50 and a tub of 13 and families together celebrating our chil- ducks is $100. Adoptions are also available dren. We want to encourage families to at the event. JoAnne Murray and Mimi Godwin will once again spread good cheer as costumed spend more time playing and interacting Many Healthy Kids Day activities are characters on April 28. with one another and less time using com- planned. “There will be performances by Y over ten years, and bracelets can be pur- able until the events conclude at 3 p.m. puters and television.” Dance, a DJ and a live band, and we will chased the day of the event, or families can As for the Derby, Murray offered thanks Rotarian JoAnne Murray noted the suc- offer some of the old favorites, face paint- avoid the lines by contacting Susan Barak “for the many volunteers that help make cesses of the cooperative enterprise and ing, rides, carnival games, arts and crafts, @[email protected] to purchase this happen. The Girls Scouts help with pointed out that preparations for the April free popcorn, the fire safety trailer and give- them in advance.” patrolling the stream and have developed a Derby are already underway. “The rubber aways,” explained Dalton. Among the food vendors scheduled to be special badge for the girls who participate. Masters School Students Fundraising ducks are coming out of hibernation and The purchase of a $10 bracelet, “allows present are “some of the past favorites like And we have many individuals in the com- getting cleaned up and counted for their children to participate in all the games, Jimmy’s Soft Serve, Melt Mobile, and Tar- munity who volunteer to help under the special race day,” she said. rides and activities, including face painting rytown Hope Hose & Conqueror BBQ,” tent and leading up to the event,” she not- Murray and Mimi Godwin are Co- and more,” Dalton stated, adding, “The Y Dalton said, adding that additional food ed. “All profits go back to the community Chairs of the Rotary’s Derby and take an has not raised the price for this event in services are being arranged. All will be avail- in the form of grants and scholarships.”

www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 The Hudson Independent 11 Environmental News

e Hudson Independent is now featuring ards of single use plastic notwithstanding). an environmental news column with contri- Th ey also cost more than fi ve to seven times Remember to Save the Date: April 18 – EARTH DAY! butions from our rivertowns’ Environmental more to manufacture. Advisory Committees, environmental leaders Th e bill went into eff ect on March 1. Th e Our April issue will have a list of activities and announcements of the many op- in our region, Sustainable Westchester and the law gives authority to each municipality portunities area residents will have to participate. Until then, here are several envi- county’s elected o cials. (county or city) to impose a mandatory fi ve ronmental events in March: cent fee on paper bags or not. In absence of a • Th e third fi lm in the Tarrytown Environmental Advisory Committee’s (TEAC) Bag Waste Reduction Law mandated fee (as in the case of Westchester), Environmental Series, e True Cost, about the environmental and human cost of People have been calling it the “plastic bag individual retailers may choose to charge a clothing production, will be screened at Warner Library on Tuesday, April 7 at 7 p.m. ban,” but the actual name of the legislation fee or not. Some stores will not off er paper •Th e Irvington Th eater Environmental Festival will be screening Wasted! e Story is the “Bag Waste Reduction Law.” As the bags at all, requiring their shoppers to either of Food Waste on Friday, March 20 at 7 p.m. Th is award-winning fi lm, featuring name suggests, it is important to note that bring their own bags or purchase reusable Anthony Bourdain, Dan Barber and Tristram Stuart, exposes the serious problem of the legislation is not intended to simply re- shopping totes from the store. Other stores food waste and how it’s directly contributing to climate change. Th e fi lm will be fol- place plastic bags with paper bags. Th e fact have been off ering free store branded totes lowed by a panel discussion about the fi lm and how to implement solutions. is there’s not enough paper to fi ll that de- when shoppers recycle their plastic bags at mand. Without plastic bag usage, the need that location or have been giving the pro- for paper bags in New York State could ceeds of the sale of their branded bags to charge sales tax. tial food scraps and transport those to the mount up to four billion bags per year. Environmental organizations. • Specifi c plastic bags for exempt items hauler’s transfer station with each munici- And, paper bags have an even larger envi- Some basics of the new law: such as: produce, fi sh, deli, bulk items and pality paying for the pick-up and transpor- ronmental footprint to produce than single • Prohibits the distribution of plastic car- prescriptions may still be distributed. tation to the hauler; and/or 2) the creation use plastic bags (other environmental haz- ry out bags from a person/entity required to • Shoppers may bring and reuse their own of a municipal drop-off area for collection bags of any type (including plastic). of residential food scraps where the hauler • Stores will still be required to collect would pick up from the location, which is plastic bags for recycling. essentially cost neutral for the municipali- • In municipalities which require a fee for ties. paper bags, persons shopping with certain In the meantime, the county’s Depart- food assistant programs (the supplemental ment of Environmental Facilities has begun nutritional assistance program, special sup- planning for the creation of a Westchester plemental nutrition program for women, County Compost & Education Facility. infants and children, or any successor pro- Partnering with a neighboring municipal- grams used as full or partial payment for the ity, the county will establish a small-scale items purchased) will be exempt from pay- composting site at the Household Hazard- ing the fee. ous Material Recovery Facility (“H-MRF”) on the County’s Grasslands campus. Th e County Executive Outlines Steps Facility will provide hands-on education on Food Scrap Recycling for residents, students, and municipal of- Westchester County Executive George fi cials. Compost created at this site would Latimer outlined next steps for a Westches- be given to county residents for free with ter County Food Scrap Recycling Trans- the remainder to be given to County Parks port and Disposal Program. Th is would Department. work by having the county solicit bids for Lastly, Latimer outlined steps currently county-wide hauling services. Th e program being taken to implement a six-week pilot will be opened to all municipalities within program where scraps from a local munici- refuse disposal district #1 with two options: pality will be delivered to the Yonkers Trans- 1) municipalities can continue or establish fer Station. Th ese scraps will then be hauled a program for curbside pick-up of residen- to Ulster County for composting.

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www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 The Hudson Independent 17 PROSWING BASEBALL CAMP the camp creates an ideal opportunity to 27 Radio Circle Drive, Mount Kisco explore the outdoors. Encourages hands-on 914-242-1626 approach to scientific inquiry that connects www.proswingbaseball.com everyone to nature by making environmen- Ages served: 6 to 12 tal stewardship fun. ProSwing camps are designed to provide als hone their creative skills. Young artists tional swims daily. each individual player with the necessary SCRIBBLER SUMMER CAMP program summer session runs from June fundamental skill set in order to maximize SCRIBBLE ART WORKSHOP 9- August 1. OASIS IN DOBBS FERRY potential and excel on the ball field. Of- 63 Main Street, Dobbs Ferry Two locations: fering personalized attention in an exciting 914-693-3110 MUSIC CONSERVATORY OF Masters School, 49 Clinton Avenue, group setting, the camp provides encour- scribbleartworkshop.com/summer- WESTCHESTER Dobbs Ferry ages learning, activity and most of all, fun. camp-dobbs-ferry 216 Central Avenue, White Plains Mercy College, 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ages served: 3 to 11 914-761-3900 x143 Ferry ARTS CAMP at ROCKLAND CENTER Includes daily walks on the Aqueduct www.musicconservatory.org 800-317-1392 FOR THE ARTS (RoCA) trail, collaborative outdoor earthworks, Ages served: 5 to 15 www.oasischildren.com 27 South Greenbush Road, West Nyack open play, lunch at the local playground, Instrumental and vocal in- Ages served 4 to 14 845-358-0877 and of course, tons of art-making in the struction is offered all summer, Campers have access to play- Ages served: 5 to 14 studio! Each week, artwork is connected and you can customize the ing fields, courts and a pool. RoCA is a place for developing artists to to a specific theme or medium. Healthy, number of weeks to suit your Oasis Teen Travel program, for explore various art forms in professionally nut-free snacks are provided. You provide a needs. Students work with ages 12 to 14 years, takes teens equipped studios. Under the guidance of bagged lunch for your child. professionals in a low-pressure, on daily trips. Enrollment is professional teaching artists/educators and non-competitive environment flexible; children can attend for caring counselors, campers explore the arts SHAMES JCC ON THE HUDSON to learn beginning techniques a minimum of two consecutive in a supportive environment where creative 371 S. Broadway, Tarrytown in the areas of acting, singing, weeks to eight weeks. expression, group cooperation, personal de- 914-366-7898 dance, and improvisation. velopment, confidence and self-esteem are www.shamesjcc.org/programs/camps/ OSSINING CHILDREN’S CENTER encouraged. #overview MOHAWK DAY CAMP 90-92 South Highland Avenue, Ossining RoCA’s large sparkling pool and open Ages served: 4 to 14 years 200 Old Tarrytown Road, White Plains 914-941-0230 field provide plenty of healthy outdoor rec- From June through August, JCC offers 914-949-2635 www.ossiningchildrenscenter.org reation. a River Friends Day Camp for ages 2-6, www.campmohawk.com Ages served: 4 to 13 Camp Twelve Trails for grades K-10, and Ages served: 3 to 15 Summer program with challenging and RYE NATURE CENTER a Summer Sensations program for grades Twenty-three sports fields, basketball fun physical activities (including swimming 873 Boston Post Road, Rye K-6. Kids will move their bodies and learn and tennis courts with instruction by top lessons), enrichment experiences (including 914-967-5150 new social and physical skills including field coaches, separate arts and hobby centers, a film animation workshop), free time and www.ryenaturecenter.org games, swimming, sports, arts and crafts, a year-round farm with pony rides, drama mentoring relationships with supportive Ages served: 4 to 13 music, dance, cooking, nature, karate, gym- and music centers, ropes courses, mini-golf adults. Field trips are taken to recreational Provides adventure and ecological explo- nastics, animal encounters, Shabbat and courses and ice skating rink. Two instruc- and cultural points of interest in the region. ration. Set on 47 acres of forest and trails, special outings for the older groups. Staffed Arts Camp @

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18 The Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com by early childhood professionals and educa- aid, as well as resident and sibling discounts vocal workshops, rhythm, and One and two week performing arts tors. available. more. Teachers include Hack- workshops in historic Tarrytown Music Multi Arts Camp (K-5): 9 a.m.-12 p.m., ley jazz director and trombon- Hall: Making Movies, Musical Th e- SQUIRE CAMPS M-F. Includes music, creative movement, ist Rafi Malkiel, pianist and ater Week (with Rivertown Dance), Maria Regina High School visual art projects, puppets, storytelling, composer Pablo Mayor, vocalist Th e Shakespeare Cabaret (Per- 500 W Hartsdale Ave., Hartsdale theater, and more. Campers inspired by Sofía Tosello. forming outdoors at Patriot’s 914-328-3798 professional local and NYC-based artists Clay Camp (grades 4-7) 9:15 Park), Moana Jr, Circus Week www.squirecamps.com with daily rotating activities. a.m. -2:30 p.m. Shaping, sculpting, (with Westchester Circus Arts), Campers customize their own schedule Afternoon Programs 12:30-2:30 p.m.: and using the potter’s wheel, campers Fairy Tale Rock (Musical Frac- from over 50 exciting courses, including • Latin Music and Dance (grades make a variety of functional pieces like tured Fairy Tales for younger robotics, art, cooking, swimming, Legos, 2-4). Folklore Urbano NYC’s renowned mugs or plates. Taught by Gary Benton and kids) and the world premiere of sports, and more. Courses are led by certi- Cumbia for Kids program brings new Gabrielle Sia. A Wind In e Door, a new science fi ction fi ed teachers. Squire also operates a Tennis musical adventures focused on the Architecture for Kids (grades 4-7) 9:15 play. Financial aid available. and All Sports Academy. A hot lunch and sounds and culture of Latin America. a.m.-2:30 p.m. ArchForKids provides en- early drop-off are included. Transportation • Puppet Th eater Workshop and Cre- gaging learning experiences in architecture, TEATOWN LAKE RESERVATION and extended day also are available. ative Play through Music (grades 1-2): engineering, urban planning and design. 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining Israeli classical bassoonist Gil Sharett Hudson Valley Rising Writers Creative 914-762-2912 SUNY PURCHASE/SUMMER-TECH leads kids in games, art, and movement Writing Camp (grades 5-8), July 1, 8, 15, www.teatown.org 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase through music. 22 1-4 p.m. – in Partnership with Hudson Ages served: 4 to 14 866-814-TECH (8324) • Th eater Improv Workshop (grades Valley Writers Center: (Philipse Manor Adventure, discovery and hands-on fun www.summertech.net 3-4), led by Josh Lewis; kids explore and Train Station, Sleepy Hollow). “Environ- in the outdoors. Children learn about and Voted Best Summer Day Camp for create theater. mental Writing” with writer Amy Holman. explore the natural world — catch frogs, 2019, SummerTech off ers the #1 summer Music at TAC (grades 6-8) - 9:15 a.m. Generative writing exercises and activities; collect bugs, climb rocks, hike on trails and technology experience, featuring authentic - 2:30 p.m. Open to students with prior students read and discuss contemporary explore natural habitats. Four sessions, July computer science courses taught by smart, musical experience, this week-long music work by young writers; and practice provid- through August. compassionate instructors. Classes, sports intensive combines ensemble playing, mu- ing feedback to their peers. Students will and recreation, and gaming are available sic production, music theory, ear training, work toward producing a fi nal portfolio of TEEN TRAVEL CAMP with day and overnight options. their own original poetry and prose. A cul- Operated by the Village of Sleepy Hollow minating reading will be open to friends 914-366-5109 TARRYTOWN ARTS CAMP and family during the last hour of the fi nal www.sleepyhollowny.gov 917-655-1927 class session. Ages served: 13 to 14 www.tarrytownartscamp.com Travel Camp goes from July 6-31 this For children entering K-8, July 6-24, at TARRYTOWN MUSIC HALL SUMMER year. Each day involves a trip to such places Sleepy Hollow High School. ACADEMY as amusement parks, museums, ball games, Th is year’s camp theme will be “I am the 13 Main St, Tarrytown water parks, climbing adventure courses, Planet! El Planeta soy YO!” focusing on en- 914-631-3390 bowling, etc. Registration starts April 15. vironmental awareness, global connected- tarrytownmusichall.org/academy ness, and personal accountability. Financial Ages served: 2 to 12 MORE» on Page 20

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JazzCamp SummerArts StoryCamp Learn the art of improvisation Multi-arts workshops with Children bring to life from professionals; for kids accomplished teaching artists; stories they create in a entering grades 5-12 for kids entering grades 3-9 magical musical drumming July 27 – August 8 August 3 – 28 circle; for kids entering 9:00 – 3:00 9:00 – 3:00 grades 4-9 Monday – Saturday Monday – Friday July 27 – 31 Dobbs Ferry High School First Reformed Church, 9:00 – 3:00 Music Suite Hastings-on-Hudson Dobbs Ferry Public Library riverarts.org/jazz riverarts.org/summerarts riverarts.org/storycamp

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1. Children learned how to sing and dance to 1940s songs at the Neighborhood House Intergenerational Program.

2. The Hudson Independent Editorial Board member Don Whitely and other artists celebrated Black History Month at Warner Library.

3. Sleepy Hollow Police and the Sleepy Hollow PBA hosted Sports Day February 21 at Sleepy Hollow High School.

4. Players and coaches in the TNT girls basketball program are pumped up for the new season.

— Photos by: Sunny McLean

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22 The Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Arts & Entertainment Folk Singers to Make Likely Last Appearance at Music Hall by Thomas Staudter ever the music industry is. I’ve earned harmony singer in the 1980s before going money for the shows I’ve played; but back to school to become a clinical psychol- Ordinarily, singer-songwriters Richard for me, it is my love of being onstage ogist, practicing in Manhattan. Her friends Shindell and Lucy Kaplansky would be pre- and connecting with the audience bugged her to put her own album out; in senting another evening of folk-centric art- which always mattered most. In fact, 1994 she relented, releasing e Tide. Re- istry at the Tarrytown Music Hall on March the paradoxical things about my stop- ception was so strong that she abandoned 13. Th e usual bounty of stirring, thoughtful ping is that I love performing more her psychology career to focus on songwrit- tunes, storytelling, and humorous repar- than ever. My family is supportive of ing and performing. tee—enough to give the audience an illu- my work, but the touring has been a Raised in Port Washington, L.I., Shindell, sion of riding in the back seat of the SUV real disruption in our lives. My kids also 60 this year, joined his father, an ama- on a family outing. grew up either seeing me arriving back teur singer, in the local Episcopal church Not this time. Th eir tour of six shows home or getting ready to leave again.” Singer-songwriters Richard Shindell and Lucy choir and learned to sing harmony. this month may be their last together for a Together onstage, Shindell and Ka- Kaplansky will be performing March 13 in Tar- “Th ose Wesleyan and British hymns, the while. So, their upcoming (and lone New plansky showcase their own composi- rytown. way their melodies move and how their York) show could produce some auld lang tions, cover a favorite tune “borrowed” chords resolve, defi nitely infl uenced my syne moments. from a respected contemporary or musical sensibilities,” said Shindell. Af- Last October, Shindell announced that he revisit an old country chestnut, exhibiting debut studio recording together, the “Pine ter moving to Valhalla, his musical career had decided to stop performing: he is “step- mutual admiration and deep appreciation. Hill Project” in 2015. Masterminded by benefi ted in 1998 when Joan Baez covered ping away” and saying goodbye to the road. Supportive background singing and instru- multi-instrumentalist Larry Campbell, the three of his songs on her Gone from Danger “My rationale for not touring anymore, mental accompaniment further exemplify album featured covers of songs from Nick album and invited him to join her on tour. or at least not in the foreseeable future, is their close artistic bonds. Lowe, U2 and Gillian Welch. Long considered among the country’s most complicated,” said Shindell in a phone con- Colleagues and collaborators since the “I think fans have reasonable expectations literate lyricists (as is Kaplansky), Shindell is versation from his home in Argentina. “I early 1990s, when they both emerged from when it comes to our creation of new songs, now studying poetry, hoping to complete a feel that it is time to pursue another creative the NYC Fast Folk movement and estab- and they’re fi ne waiting for them,” said Ka- book during his sabbatical. challenge, and I began to realize that the lished themselves as noteworthy solo artists, plansky by phone from her NYC home. “My understanding is that Richard won’t life of an itinerant performer is no longer each sang background vocals on the other’s “Th ere are usually a few recently written but be gone forever, that he’s only taking a break a healthy one, or at least not in the manner debut album, and on practically every sub- unrecorded songs in our sets, which helps and wants to be home for a change,” said in which I was trying to carry it out. Also, sequent recording—over 20 in total. keep things interesting. People seem happy Kaplansky. “He’s got music in his blood, so the idea of working on a new and diff erent Shindell and Kaplansky also recorded to hear new songs, and since they keep com- I think he’ll be back. But if I learn other- project is exciting.” (and toured) with folk music star and ing to the shows, I’m happy to play them.” wise, there better be a box of tissues on the Shindell added, “In terms of performing, Chappaqua native Dar Williams in super- Originally from Chicago, Kaplansky, now stage during these upcoming shows.” I never really felt like I belonged to what- group Cry, Cry, Cry. Th ey made their own 60, made a name for herself as a fi rst-call

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715 Dobbs Ferry Rd Greenburgh, NY 10607 914-275-0010 OPENING SOON! ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY CARE chelseaseniorliving.com www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 Th e Hudson Independent 23 Jazz Forum: A Club and an Art Venue with History by Lisa Genn “Mark wanted the club. “This place is full of objects that we And I wanted the walls. They were love. They represent all the love this place going to be mine, and I was going is filled with,” Ellen Prior said, smiling to be a gallerista.” broadly, during a recent interview at the —Ellen Prior Jazz Forum. Vibrant, colorful art adorns the gray walls—walls specially painted a color that would be dark enough for jazz Alexis Wheeler. and neutral enough to maximally show off “I love color. Lots and lots of color. I want the paintings—as well as fascinating furni- art to have a precious quality and color is ture and art objects. There are some strik- the medium for that to me,” Schultz wrote ing pieces like the warrior on horseback by about his vividly colored paintings of ver- the entrance, the winged statue majestically tical stripes. “It’s really intuitive,” Wheeler overlooking the main room, and the Walk/ said about her color palette. For Cannon, Don’t Walk sign that was apparently picked “the colors are all improvisation. There are up by a friend of Prior and her husband, some I know how to make, but I mix colors jazz artist and producer, Mark Morganelli, and I start with a color and add another who had been out drinking by Columbia color to it, and sometimes I add something University in the 1980’s, when the city was that shouldn’t really work, but it does. In phasing out the old signs and replacing acrylic, you can do that – mix all the colors them with the new digital models. without turning them into mud.” Prior said the Jazz Forum space had been Ellen Prior poses next to a piece of art currently exhibited at the Jazz Forum. All three artists shared a process in which built in 1910 and was originally a barn to the evolution of their pieces guided their one of the large neighboring estates. The work to a greater or lesser extent. “Making space they occupy today as their apart- In June, Prior and Morganelli will be cel- been her dream for RiverArts to include art for me is a combination of ideas and ment, immediately above the jazz club was ebrating their three-year anniversary in the Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow, and so it experiences. Ideas come to me at moments originally a hayloft. At some point, the club space, and each of their dreams has come was especially meaningful for her to feature and then the development is a process in space was used as a wholesale bakery for 20 true. The Jazz Forum is a thriving club, art that became part of their first studio which they come to life. Sometimes those years, and then it had a new incarnation as bringing world-class musicians to an audi- tour to include her new home community. ideas evolve and change as I tinker with the a fancy antique warehouse for another 10. ence hungry and excited to hear them. And Since then, she has found artists to exhibit concepts and materials, and often time new When Prior and Morganelli first looked at Prior brings the walls to life with a new ex- through her connection with RiverArts and works and directions come from that devel- the space five years ago, it was filled to the hibit every four to five months. Her first getting to know local artists around their opment,” Schultz said. brim with antiques, but they each saw its exhibit hit the walls in April 2015, before new home, as well as discovering new tal- The artists also shared their reflections full potential in their own unique ways. the jazz club had even opened, as part of ents on the internet. Prior met an artist she on the connection between their art and “Mark wanted the club,” Prior said, “And the RiverArts studio tour—an organiza- has since featured numerous times—Jane music. “I do listen to music often when I I wanted the walls. They were going to be tion Prior has been closely involved with Kang Lawrence—at the Women’s March. work,” Schultz wrote. “It frees my mind up mine, and I was going to be a gallerista.” as a board member of many years. It had Lawrence told Prior she was an art teacher to more of a creative pathway of thinking and then sheepishly admitted that she did, rather than alone to thoughts of worry. It in fact, create her own paintings, paintings is liberating, which is enjoyable. I see my Prior subsequently fell in love with. work as a perfect complement to jazz.” School News tient’s previous performance. The device, During the week between exhibits, Prior Continued from page 10 Cannon, a professional bassist, was the which can be brought home by the patient, does the hanging over pizza and wine. “It’s only artist of the three who never listens to will then send feedback to the patient’s phy- like a puzzle,” she said. “I don’t follow any music while he paints. “For years, I kept my for stroke victims,” she said. “The goal sician who can remotely track the progress of the conventions, and I don’t ask. I’ve painting a secret,” he said “because I didn’t of my project is to enhance the device in over time.” been hanging art in my house a long time. want musicians saying ‘oh you are a painter several key ways. First, I intend to embed As a finalist in the competition, Dunefsky Mark would give me advice, but this was like Miles Davis.’ But keeping them sepa- sensors in the handle that will detect the was invited to a four-day, all-expenses-paid my baby.” rate kind of separated the process, because patient’s range of motion while using the trip to MIT’s campus from Feb. 2-6. She The works on exhibit at the Jazz Forum it’s all art, and it’s all presenting my art to device. This will then prompt a microcon- presented her research, toured labs and met are always for sale, with a portion of the the world whether it’s music or visual. The troller guided by an algorithm to adjust the with professors to receive guidance on her proceeds going to benefit the Jazz Forum minute I let go of all of that thinking, that’s resistance the device creates. Resistance will project. 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24 The Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Sports Irvington Attorney Represents Ossining Gymnast in Civil Rights Case by Tom Pedulla way, it’s very discouraging,” he said. “Even Vernon, unusually tall for a gymnast at though I try to keep my head up and focus 6-3, acknowledged that there are concerns Paul Barger of the Irvington-based fi rm on positives, it’s hard knowing I’m putting that he may have a physical advantage in Barger & Gaines has built an extensive all this eff ort into a sport I love so dearly, strength. He noted that gymnastics is a background in education cases since he and yet I’m not being rewarded for my ef- non-contact sport and said, “It’s almost graduated from George Washington Uni- forts.” saying girls are not good enough to com- versity Law School in 1999. In a bid to restore Vernon to full eligibil- pete against me, which is not only unfair to He represented public school districts in ity next year as a senior, Barger fi led a com- me but unfair to them.” New Jersey from 2003-2011 before what plaint with the United States Department Since he was good enough to advance he calls “switching sides” to represent fami- of Education Offi ce for Civil Rights. Th ere to the state tournament in one event as a lies in various matters, including accom- is ample precedent for girls being allowed freshman, it would seem reasonable to be- modations for children with special needs to compete at the high school level on what lieve he has developed his skills to a point and children who are victims of bullying have traditionally been all-boys teams. where he might be able to advance to the in school. “If we’re saying a woman should be able state tournament in other events, occupy- Perhaps nothing, though, quite prepared Paul N. Barger to participate in traditional male sports, ing slots that almost surely would have him for the potentially precedent-setting which I do think they should be able to gone to girls. case involving Cruz Vernon, a 17-year-old Vernon was allowed to fully compete in participate,” Barger said, “then why doesn’t Barger said of the limitations placed on boy at Ossining High School. He has a pas- grades 7 through 9. He qualifi ed for state it work the other way? Why is it that there Vernon, “Given the way the law is written sion for gymnastics, and he wants to be a competition in fl oor exercise as a fresh- are these barriers to compete for males?” and given the spirit of the law, the only rea- points-scoring member of what has always man in 2018, tying for 17th. Section 1 has Vernon’s parents, Boneida Cruz and son I can think of is because he’s good. If he been an all-girls team at Ossining with an limited him to be an exhibition performer Richard Vernon, had appealed to offi cials wasn’t good, they wouldn’t care.” opportunity to advance to state-wide com- the last two years, unable to help his team’s at Section 1, which oversees athletics in Richard Vernon noted that boys from petition. cause or his own. Westchester, without success. three other sections in New York compete “Th ere is no valid ground to keep him Th at has made for two diffi cult years for “It’s not fair that with girls it’s fi ne, good without restrictions. from participating,” said Barger, 46. “It just Vernon. for them, it’s an opportunity, but for him “It’s a very easy case to fi ght,” Barger seems very obvious that there is concern “Gymnastics is a sport I’m really passion- you’ve taken the opportunity away,” Cruz said, “because we so strongly believe in the about what this will lead to.” ate about, so for me to be limited in this said. “We see it as discrimination.” cause.” Irvington Overcomes Adversity to Claim First Track Crown in 31 Years by Tom Pedulla nior who ranked fi rst in the high jump, long (pole vault) took fi fth. Lucas Turano (high each other,” said Caleb Gilbert. jump and hurdles, attempted to compete jump) and Leo Mermelstein (pole vault) Before the sectionals, Irvington notched Irvington had overcome injuries to key with a badly bruised knee only to strain his were sixth. a sixth consecutive league title, a tribute to performers Max Forte and Junnan Shimizu groin in warmups. Shimizu, who excels in “Everybody had to step up and do their the can-do attitude established by outstand- to easily outdistance runner-up Pawling and pole vault and triple jump and anchors the job and try to reach for a personal record,” ing coaches who are close friends. secure its fi rst Section 1 Class C boys indoor 4x200-meter relay, battled a hamstring in- Yurczak said. “We don’t make excuses,” Barry said. “If track championship in 31 years. jury but still contributed in the triple jump. Th e plaque meant more to Irvington somebody beats us that’s better, you tip your Th e 35 members of the Bulldogs who “He fi nished fi fth in the triple jump basi- because of the way in which it was accom- cap. But you do your best and compete qualifi ed for sectionals had all searched cally on one leg. He showed a lot of tough- plished. “It’s defi nitely a testament to the right to the end. Th ese guys are nice guys, within themselves to fi nd something more ness,” Barry said. “Max did also, just trying depth we have,” Papapanou said. “Irvington but fi erce competitors.” to compensate for those injuries. Th ey had to compete with a pretty painful injury.” is not a large school by any means.” And now a championship more than truly embodied a team, relying on depth Th e rest of the Bulldogs found a way. Nick Few, though, can match the Bulldogs’ three decades in the making is theirs. rather than star power to attain a madden- Papapanou stepped up by winning the tri- spirit. “Th ere are always people cheering for ingly elusive goal. ple jump. He also joined Paul Biaggi, Jaleel Ryan Flanagan had known the anguish of Moody and new anchorman Mo Ahmed as defeat as much as anyone, having been part part of the second place 4x200-meter relay. of the indoor team that placed second in the Flanagan prevailed at 3,200 meters, sectionals two years before. Even with the snagged second at 1,600 meters and came elusive plaque fi nally in Irvington’s grasp, together with Henry Demarest, Alex the senior did not want to stop running at Bjorgvinsson and Aidan McClure on the the Armory in New York City, one of the triumphant 4 x 800-meter relay. most iconic venues in all of track and fi eld. Ryan Carron (pole vault) and Henry “Let’s do one more lap,” Flanagan said. Demarest (1,000 meters) each contributed With coaches Scott Mosenthal, Jim second-place fi nishes. Ahmed (triple jump), Buckley and Chris Barry proudly looking Mickey Sivere (pole vault), McClure (600 on, with family and friends taking photo- meters) and Brett Clinton (3,200 meters) graphs, the Bulldogs took a jubilant victory all took third. lap, a fi tting end to a memory that will last Will Herte (weight throw), Alex Yurzcak a lifetime. (55-meter high hurdles) and Isaac Turano “It felt good, especially because I wasn’t (pole vault) all came in fourth. So did the sprinting as hard as I could,” Flanagan said. 4x400-meter relay of Jake Ourman, Chris “I was really soaking in the moment.” Meng-Killeen, Nick Levin and McClure. It took a special group to withstand the Th e points kept coming. adversity the team encountered. Forte, a ju- Papapanou (long jump) and Yurczak www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 Th e Hudson Independent 25 Stitch Away Stress by Knitting in the Rivertowns by Annabelle Allen helping to alleviate a host of Goldschlag has been knit- emotional and mental-health ting since she was fi ve years old. Knitting dates back to the fi fth century. burdens. Betsan’s fi ndings She explained that knitting is a For close to 1,500 years people have knit show that when the brain diff erent kind of exercise that clothes for sustainability, creativity, and ba- and body work in harmony, brings the same mental and sic human necessity. Yet in this web-driven, the mind can slow down. emotional eff ects as running or social-media crazed time, it seems almost Alton Barron, orthopaedic yoga. “It helps you focus, said counter-intuitive that such an ancient prac- surgeon and president of the Goldschlag. “Th ere is some- tice is experiencing a sweeping resurgence New York Society for Surgery thing very zen about it.” in the rivertowns and far beyond, as people of the hand, said that using She also shared that she has whose fi ngers might otherwise be tapping your hands meaningfully customers coming in with the out tweets are suddenly stitching sweaters triggers healthy engagement beginnings of arthritis, and and scarves. and activity in about 60 per- their doctors said, “Keep your “People think it’s little old grandmas cent of your brain. hands moving go knit!” who knit. But if that were true, my busi- Carrie Barron, a psychia- Th e Observatory Shop, a ness would die out,” said Elise Goldschlag, trist with Columbia College knitting store located in Hast- owner of the Flying Fingers Knitting Shop of Physicians and Surgeons, ings-on-Hudson, opened in in Tarrytown. credits knitting to alleviat- October 2018. Amanda Hsiao, Knitting is not just trendy and fashion- ing anxiety and depression. owner of the Observatory Shop, able. Experts and health professionals say it Doctors around the world shared that the town has taken can bring profound health benefi ts to your are catching on to the health ArtsWestchester community sewing event in Sleepy Hollow. to it, forming friendships and body and mind. benefi ts that picking up a pair community within the shop. —Photo by: Sunny McLean Modern day stresses are varied and many. of knitting needles brings. “I have everybody from high Anxiety aff ects 40 million adults in the People in the rivertowns are school to 99 years old enter the United States ---18 percent of the popula- as well. can bring a similar kind of mindfulness to shop,” said Hsiao. She also shared that knit- tion, according to the Anxiety and Depres- Claudia Stoltman, a yoga instructor at a person. “I think it is a calming activity. ting can be a portable escape for those who sion Association of America. More than Sacred Spirit Yoga in Dobbs Ferry, looks Anything that requires focus and mindful- take up the hobby. “For me it’s soothing, 15.7 million other Americans battle depres- to incorporate meditation and mindfulness ness is calming, because we have to focus it is defi nitely an escape. It’s very good for sion. Researchers believe that knitting can into her courses. She encourages people to in, and we can’t be pulled by many diff er- your brain.” be an accessible tool that helps relieve these slow down and become more aware of their ent thoughts going on in our minds. We’re Outside of the rivertowns, knitting is be- universal stressors. body and breath. forced to come into the present activity, the ing used all around the world to help bring Betsan Corkhill, author of the book Knit “Breathing naturally allows us to slow present moment. And I think there’s some- people healthier lives. Knitting Behind Bars for Health and Wellness, writes about the down, and be more present and proac- thing about working with one’s hands that teaches inmates to knit. Th e program’s co- power of knitting in transforming lives, tive,” Stoltman said, adding that knitting allows people to feel connected.” MORE» on page 27

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26 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com A Washington Irving Literary Weekend

by Char Weigel Dutch Church and Burying Ground, and other local sites that inspired Irving’s works. If Washington Irving, like Rip Van Win- Th ese tours will be led by experts from Th e “As far as England was concerned, there kle, awoke from years of slumber, he would Historical Society Serving Sleepy Hollow celebrate his 237th birthday on Friday, and Tarrytown, and off ered at a discounted were no writers in America at all. That is, April 3. Irving would be delighted to fi nd rate for those who pre-register. until Irving established American literature a weekend of events to honor his role as a Burstein, a Hackley School graduate, is founding father of American literature. curating the literary conference. He high- and, in many ways, American culture.” >At 7 p.m. on Friday, April 3, Irving bi- lighted the impact that Sleepy Hollow and ographer Andrew Burstein (Charles P. Man- Tarrytown had on Irving, saying, “Irving ship Professor, Louisiana State University) came to this area at a formative age, and and Curtis Armstrong (stage, screen and understood the centrality of the Hudson tury life was, in many ways, quite modern. the hours he spent as a teenager wandering television actor, and expert on Washing- Valley to America’s formation.” Armstrong A child of immigrants, he worked to sup- around the Old Dutch Church and Bury- ton Irving’s work) will take the stage at the pointed out Irving’s role as a groundbreaker, port his extended family. His insistence on ing Ground. Th e fact that this Irving con- Sleepy Hollow High School Auditorium. saying, “As far as England was concerned, retaining copyrights for his works changed ference is a “fi rst” would also appeal to him. Burstein will share his thoughts on “Wash- there were no writers in America at all. Th at the mindset of New York publishing fi rms, “Th ere has never been a program like this ington Irving in the 21st Century – Beyond is, until Irving established American litera- benefi tting generations of future writers. that focuses on Irving’s mind, his craft and ‘Th e Legend.’” Armstrong will read from ture and, in many ways, American culture.” “Irving reinvented himself several times as his infl uence on writers and American cul- Irving’s writings and present “Th e Th eatri- Th ose cultural references still echo in he matured as a writer,” said Burstein, high- ture today,” observed Burstein. Armstrong cal Irving – An Actor’s Rumination.” Th is Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown today. Arm- lighting his roles as satirist, patriot chroni- agreed, “Th is will be a celebration of a great event is free and requires no advance reg- strong attributes Irving’s ongoing infl uence cler of America’s expansion, and biogra- writer who is ripe for rediscovery.” istration. to his power of description and sense of pher among others. “And people in places For more information on the free Friday >On Saturday, April 4, Burstein and place. “Ichabod Crane’s ride home in ‘Th e around the world learned about a tiny little event and to register for the Saturday liter- Armstrong will join 15 Irving scholars for a Legend’ is both beautiful and creepy. Irving hamlet north of Manhattan,” Burstein con- ary conference and Sunday walking tours, literary conference entitled “Rip Van Win- is a visual writer. You can really see the im- tinued, “all because Irving put it on the visit www.thehistoricalsociety.net. In ad- kle and Ichabod Crane at 200: An Appreci- age of the Headless Horseman stalking Ich- map.” dition to these events, Christ Episcopal ation of Washington Irving and Lost Time.” abod, and hear every spooky sound.” Arm- What would Irving think about this cel- Church in Tarrytown, where Irving wor- Irving experts will share their insights on strong added, chuckling, ”His humor is a ebration of his body of work? Irving had a shipped and was a vestryman, will be open his short stories, essays, books and life in big deal as well. Sometimes almost Monty strong literary relationship with Sir Walter to the public on Friday, April 3 from 4 – 5 a series of engaging and interactive round- Pythonesque.” Armstrong, Burstein and the Scott early in his career and corresponded pm. Th is literary weekend is sponsored by tables. Th e conference will be held at the other scholars will explore these aspects of with many writers throughout his life. Th e Th e Historical Society serving Sleepy Hol- Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown and re- Irving’s writing and more during the Satur- Saturday roundtables are in keeping with low and Tarrytown, and Historic Hudson quires a modest registration fee. Th e week- day sessions. his spirit of collaboration. Th e Sunday Valley with support from the Trustees of the end will close with walking tours of the Old Burstein observed that Irving’s 19th cen- walking tours would feel familiar given Village of Sleepy Hollow. Irvington Theater Environmental Sleepy Hollow’s New Amenity at Festival Launches March 20 Horan’s Landing Th e fi rst Irvington Th eater Environ- join local experts (from Westchester Fed- by Kevin Brown mer,” Arone added. mental Festival will debut on March 20 erated Conservationists, Feeding West- Th e Horan’s Landing rack was spruced at 7 p.m. with an exclusive screening of chester, Greenburgh Nature Center, Th e summer of 2019 marked the com- up through the eff orts of Trustee Denise the critically acclaimed documentary, Second Chance Foods and Sustainable pletion of a new rack built at Horan’s Scaglione, who worked with the DPW to WASTED! e Story of Food Waste, fol- Materials Management) to discuss the Landing that will hold up to 24 kayaks, ca- make sure that landscaping measures were lowed by a panel discussion. Th e event fi lm as well as solutions for handling food noes, and paddle boards. Th e slips will will also include free samples of creative- waste (including how to buy better, use be available on a fi rst come, fi rst served ly saved foods including Misfi t’s pro- more of what you buy, and fi nd place- basis to Sleepy Hollow residents fi rst. duce, Toasted Ale beer, and Uglies chips. ment for waste). Anne Jaff e Holmes, Ir- Matt Arone, Recreation Superinten- WASTED!, narrated and produced vington’s food scraps program manager, dent for the Village of Sleepy Hollow, by the late Anthony Bourdain, exposes will moderate the discussion. said, “When I fi rst came here, my di- the criminality of food waste via chef “Th e Irvington Th eater is proud to rective was to bring a little more life heroes like Dan Barber, Mario Batali, present this exceptional fi lm and panel and activities to our beautiful water- Massimo Bottura, and Danny Bowien. on an important issue that has enor- front which includes Horan’s Land- One-third of the food grown annually mous consequences for our planet,” said ing.” for human consumption is never eaten – Irvington Th eater Commissioner Judy Now families will be able to store for one reason or another, ending up in Klein Frimer. and launch their vessels from there the garbage. WASTED! explores reasons Th e festival will continue in the fall for $225 for a full season. “Th e river for the 1.3 billion tons of food thrown (October 24-25) with a weekend of is such a great opportunity for local New rack at Horan’s Landing. away each year and illustrates how the fi lms, presentations and discussions. residents for recreation, and this gives —Photo by: Kevin Brown world’s most infl uential chefs transform Tickets for the March 20 screening them easy access,” he said. what most people consider scraps into of WASTED! may be purchased online Sleepy Hollow joins Tarrytown, Irving- taken to keep the surrounding area look- delicious dishes, which in turn creates a (www.irvingtontheater.com) or at the ton and Dobbs Ferry as rivertowns with ing appealing for residents while still fi lling more secure food system. door. To learn more about WASTED! storage units for light river crafts. “I was a need. In a panel discussion following the (and view the fi lm’s trailer), visit www. involved in bringing these racks to other Sleepy Hollow residents should register fi lm, WASTED! director Kari Nye will wastedfi lm.com. towns as well, so I knew they would be for their slip at the Recreation Offi ce at 55 popular as they seem to sell out every sum- Elm Street.

Stitch looks to empower smokers to break their Knitting allows us to slow down. To inter- job and go to Vegas, we will be happy. Knit- Continued from page 26 smoking habits. Yarn Alive, a knitting act with every fi ber of the sweater, knot in ting however asks us to fi nd fulfi lment in group in Shichigahama, Japan, has knit to- the thread, needle in the hand. Our world breath and creativity. In stillness and hobby. founder, Lynn Zwerlin, said that knitting gether since the earthquake and tsunami in is fast paced and asks us to move faster, ev- To build harmony in our minds. Th is an- helps bring the inmates focus and patience. 2011. Th e members all lost their homes to ery day. Once we do XYZ we will be happy. cient hobby born out of necessity could be Knit to Quit, a program started in Canada, the disaster. Once we make more money and get that exactly what we all need. www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 Th e Hudson Independent 27 The Revolutionary War in Westchester County

bi-monthly series of local American Revolution war era stories researched and struggles and perseverance shaped our community in important ways? written by Erik Weiselberg, Ph.D.,Principal Historian for Revolutionary West- Revolutionary Westchester 250 seeks to build awareness and appreciation of the Achester 250 and Village Historian of Irvington. vital role that the people of Westchester County played in winning the Revolutionary In an eight-year-long confl ict where neighbors took different sides and rival armies War and in the founding of the United States. Visit https://RW250.org for information plundered their way across Westchester County, why did some residents side with and upcoming events. the patriot cause? What about the women, children and enslaved persons whose Revolutionary Westchester: Private Abraham Requa by Erik Weiselberg, Ph.D. When the Continental Army withdrew which they captured several Loyalist mili- October 2. from Westchester, Abraham and other vol- tia leaders. On the evening of December Th e Requa family made their mark on In the previous installment, we featured a unteers in the local militia were left to deal 24th, the Loyalist militia responded with Philipsburgh Manor by serving valiantly prominent tenant farmer who became cap- with raids carried out by Loyalist refugees a raid at Youngs’ House, where they burnt during the Revolutionary War, and af- tain of a militia company; this time, we ex- who formed themselves into militia com- one of the barns, took some cattle and cap- terwards they actively participated in the amine a diff erent tenant farmer’s son who panies in southern Westchester (today’s tured several American prisoners, includ- civic and economic life of Tarrytown and served as a private. Bronx). In the absence of the Continental ing Captain Williams and Joseph Youngs. Westchester. Requas in the village of Tar- Captain Sybout Acker often related Army, Abraham report- Abraham and about twenty others fl ed to rytown owned the dock, operated the that the fi rst man to volunteer for the safety, but “several of them were so market sloop, and ran the general store local militia in 1776 under the giant severely frozen as to be totally and bank, while still others possessed ex- tree at the village green in Tarrytown unfi t for duty.” tensive farms nearby. While the soldiers of was John Odell, with the second In early 1780, Youngs’ Westchester achieved their freedom, the and third being Requas. A total of House was under command practice of slavery persisted. According to 12 Requas served in the Revolution- of Lieutenant Colonel Joseph the 1790 census neither Abraham nor his ary War, including Abraham Requa Th omson of the Continental father Daniel owned slaves, but Abraham’s (1759-1843), who served as a pri- Army and defended by 250 uncle Glode Requa, Jr. owned 9 enslaved vate in various companies for the Massachusetts soldiers as well as Africans whose work on the 296-acre farm eight-year duration of the war. the local guides including Abra- undoubtedly contributed to the post-war Th e Requa family in America ham Requa. Under normal con- wealth of the Requa family. descended from Glode Requa, ditions Youngs’ House was too Abraham married Bethia Hopkins in a French Huguenot who settled far away from British outposts October of 1782, and they had three sons before 1723 along the Hudson north of Manhattan to mount a and fi ve daughters. After the war Abraham River on a large tenant farm major assault, but the snow cover bought half of his father’s farm on Bedford stretching from the area that is now off ered an opportunity to move Road, and eventually settled in Yorktown Lyndhurst northward to Interstate 287. Unveiling of the troops quickly using sleighs. On on the property where Major John An- His name was probably Claude Equier, but Monument at the site of Youngs’ the evening of February 3, over dré had slept the night before his capture. he spoke with a heavy French accent such House, dedicated by the White Plains 500 infantry and cavalry consisting of Brit- Abraham became Town Supervisor and a that the Dutch-speaking settlers of Philipse Chapter, Daughters of the American ish regulars, Hessian auxiliaries and Loyal- noted public fi gure who delighted in tell- Manor pronounced his name like “Gload Revolution, 1923. ist militia attacked the house. Th e attackers ing stories of the war. REE-kwah,” and his name came to be killed 40 men and took 70 prisoners, in- In 1843, at the age of 84, Abraham went written as “Glode Requa.” His son Glode cluding Lt. Col. Th ompson, before setting to receive his pension payment while seated Requa, Jr. inherited the farm, while the ed that the residents “were again exposed to the house and buildings on fi re. in an armchair on the back of a wagon, but other sons James, John and Daniel later re- the ravages of the plundering parties.” During the war Abraham lived with his when the horses jerked the wagon he fell to sided a few miles east in Tarrytown Heights In the fall of 1778 Abraham was quar- parents on Bedford Road. On the morn- the ground. He died on November 1, 1843 along Bedford Road at what is now Pocan- tered at Youngs’ House, an advance outpost ing of September 23, 1780, while Abraham and was buried at the Yorktown Presbyte- tico Hills and the Rockefeller State Park at the home of Joseph Youngs, located in was out on patrol, his mother unsuccess- rian Church. Th e sacrifi ces of the entire Preserve and Stones Barns Center. today’s Valhalla along Grasslands Road/ fully tried to alert him to the presence of Requa family and young men like Abra- Abraham Requa, eldest son of Daniel, Route 100C at the intersection of the a strange horseman on the road; it turned ham give us insight into the prolonged and enlisted as a private on May 1, 1776 at the Taconic Parkway near Blythedale Chil- out to be British spy Major John André, dramatic nature of the war in Westchester, age of 16. He fi rst served for six months in dren’s Hospital. In the midst of a three-day who was captured by three American mi- and respect for the experiences and sacri- Captain William Dutcher’s militia compa- snowstorm, Abraham participated in a raid litiamen a short time later. Abraham was fi ces which contributed to the achievement ny, including at the Battle of White Plains. led by Captain Daniel Williams, during present at André’s execution in Tappan on of American independence.

28 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Obituaries

Madeline McEneney, 50 Start Program at Hillside and served as Madeline S. McEneney, a resident of assistant principal for two years. After a Tarrytown, died suddenly February 8 at teaching career that spanned 36 years, she her home. She was 50. retired in 1981. She graduated from Kennedy Catholic She and her husband spent the major- in Somers and earned her bachelor’s degree ity of their retirement on Sunrise Lake in from Marist College in 1991, after having Middleton, N.H. where she was involved spent her junior year abroad at Trinity All in the community. She served on the bud- Saints, Leeds University in the UK. She get committee for Middleton, the Farm- then transformed her gift for storytelling ington Visiting Nurse Assocation (VNA) and vivid imagination into a career in tele- board for 10 years as a representative for vision working on such shows as “Where Middleton and as a member of the Farm- in the World is Carmen San Diego” and ington Women’s Club since 1981, serving “Bear in the Big Blue House.” As President as its president from 1992-94. and producer of her own production com- She was an avid gardener, an award- pany, Triple 8 Park Pictures, specializing winning needle pointer and crocheter. She in documentaries, she went on to produce enjoyed playing bridge with her friends in “Le Pardon” which was shown at 24 festi- New Hampshire and into her 90’s with vals and won eight awards. While she had new friends in Kalamazoo, MI. She was a passion for films and filmmaking, some known by family and friends for her bak- of her best work was for the private audi- ing talents, most notably her Christmas ence of her nieces and nephews. She loved cookies. spending time with them. She put joy in the hearts of virtually everyone she met. Gary Clark, 67 Gary S. Clark, a lifelong resident of the Philip Burnette, 60 Tarrytowns, died February 3. He was 67. Philip D. Burnette, a lifelong resident of Mr. Clark was born in North Tarrytown. Tarrytown, died January 29 at Northwell He was a 1970 graduate of Sleepy Hollow Phelps Hospital in Sleepy Hollow after en- High School where he played football and during a long illness. He was 60. basketball. He was a plumber for Local He graduated from Sleepy Hollow High 21 and served as Shop Steward for many School in 1977. Mr. Burnette owned and years. operated The Cell Phone Surgeon, where he diagnosed and repaired damaged mo- John Cullen, 74 bile devices. He was a devoted father and John A. Cullen, a lifelong resident of had a generous spirit of helping those in Tarrytown, died February 8. He was 74. need. After his service in the U.S. Army, Mr. Cullen went on to work for NY Telephone Matilda Hajjar, 95 in various capacities and locations. He re- Matilda Theresa Hajjar, a resident of tired after 41 years of service to the compa- Dobbs Ferry, died January 30. She was 95. ny. He was a life member of the Fraternal She had a steady career as a bookkeeper Order of Eagles in Sleepy Hollow. in various businesses from auto sales to He will be remembered as a loving hus- millinery, until she found her favorite job band, father, grandfather and brother and at the Chase Manhattan Bank in Trusts will be greatly missed by his wife Patricia and Estates. Mrs. Hajjar, better known as (Dorsett), son John J., II; daughter Lisa Tillie, is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Marie and grandchildren Gianna, Gabri- Hajjar, granddaughter, Colette Storti- ella and John Anton. He will be especially Roberts and her husband, Jordan, grand- missed by his dog Mali. son, Dale Storti and great-grandson, Ben- jamin Storti-Roberts. Harriet Koretsky, 70 Harriet Koretsky, a resident of Tarry- Elizabeth Cancro, 101 town, died February 7, surrounded by her Elizabeth (Elsie) Cancro, a longtime Tar- loving family. She was 70. rytown resident, died peacefully February She was a teacher and an administrator 5 at Cedar Manor in Ossining. She was for the NYC Board of Ed, an Educational 101. Consultant and a Nursery School Director. She was born March 29, 1918 in Tarry- She is survived by her cherished children town. She graduated from Irvington High Stacey (and Eric) Strauss and Joshua (and School in 1934 at age 15 and attended Laura) Koretsky, loving sister Geraldine New Paltz Normal School graduating in Greenman, and adoring grandchildren Ja- 1937 with a provisional teaching license. cob, Matthew, Zoey, Eliza and Roxie. She began teaching kindergarten at Penny Bridge and for the East Irvington Schools Apkar Omartian, 91 for nine years. She continued her educa- Apkar G. Omartian, a resident of Ard- tion in the summers at Buffalo State and sley, died February 17 from heart failure received her B.S. in Elementary Education at Phelps Memorial Hospital. He was 91. in 1941 and was awarded her permanent He was a graduate of the University of teaching license. Notre Dame and a proud veteran of the On December 29, 1945, she married Army Counter Intelligence Service during Francis (Frank) Cancro and interrupted the Korean War. He lived most of his life her teaching career to start her family. She in Tarrytown working as an architect, de- returned to teaching at Tranfiguration in signing many prominent buildings in the 1954, and in 1957 she accepted a position village and across Westchester. He is sur- at Hillside Elementary in Elmsford. Be- vived by his loving wife of 66 years, Flor- sides teaching kindergarten, she was also ence, daughter Susan, son Richard, and responsible for implementing the Head grandchildren, Alex, Kim, and Sean. www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 The Hudson Independent 29 Dobbs Ferry Children of All Ages Share Memories of a Beloved Librarian by Karen Sims While Victoria drew for the memory spoke of her love of Disney and Star Wars, book in the Children’s Room, the main and of her ability to come up with the best, Victoria, age fi ve, was the fi rst child to building of Dobbs Ferry Library held a most creative games when they were kids. draw in a memory book dedicated to Cher- memorial service open to both adults and Matthews would continue to come up yl B. Matthews. With a yellow marker, she children. “Cheryl was a true children’s li- with games that children would love, in- drew a likeness, a smiling face with cheerful brarian,” said Library Director Elizabeth cluding fun activities and crafts themed glasses. Meanwhile, her mother recounted Holden during her welcome speech. “She around the holidays. Matthews’ friend memories of listening to Matthews’ “sto- met children at their level.” Jean Greenberg described in her memorial rytime,” an interactive, engaging event. Meeting children at their level meant speech how Matthews would let her young “She would ask a lot of questions and make Matthews would listen to them and rec- son, fascinated by the light-up Halloween us think about the story more,” said Hui ommend books to them as individuals pumpkins, plug and unplug the decora- Zhang, “It was very relaxing and helped us with their own tastes, interests, and per- tions to his heart’s content. Today, Ian is an to learn. We will defi nitely miss her a lot.” sonalities. She treated them as equals and electrical engineer. Victoria and her mother were among showed even the most reluctant reader the Back at the memory book, more chil- about 130 children and their parents who joy of stories, setting the path for over three dren have added letters and drawings to gathered on February 15 to honor Mat- generations of avid readers. the collection. Sisters Elena, grade three, thews, whose death on January 23 at age “I think I am the fi rst person that Cheryl and Lana, grade six, shared their favorite 69 followed a 46-and-a-half year career as inspired to love reading,” recalled Mat- memories of Matthews. Already a reader, the children’s librarian at the Dobbs Ferry thew’s younger sister, Sheila Price, in her Lana would consult Matthews on her Notes written by children and parents at Public Library. (see e Hudson Indepen- eulogy. She highlighted Matthews’ excite- preferences and Matthews would intro- memorial celebration. dent, February 2020, page 6). ment for life and her childlike wonder, duce a new series to her, such as I Funny. Elena, however, needed more convincing. “I didn’t really get books that often,” she Elizabeth Portillo, shadowed Matthews said, “But basically she knows what books I around the library as a child, a relationship like and she recommends them.” In Elena’s that would grow into a deep friendship and case, Matthews suggested what is now her professional mentorship. In her memorial favorite series, Ivy and Bean. remarks, Portillo told of how she grew up Down the room, Mark, six, draws a to become a children’s librarian herself, and heart with wings on one of the memory how she often turned to Matthews for in- boards. He loved the Bad Kitty series Mat- spiration, such as in replicating the Dobbs thews urged him to read, as well as the art Ferry Library’s annual “Egg Day” at other projects she would organize. Th e projects libraries. would be creative and diff erent. “Parents Now there’s another day to celebrate. would sometimes be like, ‘What is this?’”, During the memorial, Mayor Vincent said Mark’s mom Laura Mathieson, “But Rossillo offi cially declared February 15th the kids would love it.” Cheryl Matthews day, in honor of a li- Th at was a defi ning characteristic of brarian who loved kids and who the kids Matthews. She wasn’t just a children’s li- loved back. A day that can be celebrated brarian, but a librarian for the children. anywhere, but best so at her home in the She inspired children of all ages, and then Dobbs Ferry Children’s Room. A day to she inspired their children. One child she read, fall in love with stories and embrace inspired even followed in her footsteps. your inner child.

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Thursday 5 Thursday 5 rytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Friday 27 Music Events Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. Business Book Club: Graham Nash Event: Musical As You Like It: Presented by the Broad- Zero to One by Peter An Intimate Evening of Sunday 15 way Training Center - Senior Ensemble, March Thiel at 7 p.m. at the Songs and Stories, 8 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music 27-29, Irvington Theater. 85 Main St. Info: http:// Lúnasa with Special Guest Natalie Merchant: Warner Library. Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http:// www.irvingtontheater.com. Book Clubs 7 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. tarrytownmusichall.org. Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusi- Rivertown Runners: Friday 6 chall.org. The Rivertown Runners Monday 9 group runs multiple Friday 20 Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp Live: 7:30 p.m. at the times throughout the Showing Up for Racial Justice Book Group Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Legends of British Rock: Dave Mason and spe- week. The weekend Series: White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. White People to Talk about Racism by Robin Di- cial guest John Mayall perform at 8 p.m. at the group runs on the Angelo, Dobbs Ferry Public Library, 7 p.m. in the Saturday 7 Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Rockefeller State Park program’s second session. Reservations: from Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. Health/ Preserve carriage trails. the reference desk: 231-3056. The third session, Darlingside: Common Ground Concerts pres- For more informa- Sunday 22 7 p.m. on March 23. ents Darlingside. Performance at 8 p.m. at the Wellness tion please visit www. Irvington Theater. 85 Main St. Info: http://www. rivertownrunners.org or Tribute Band: The Musical Box presents A Wednesday 11 irvingtontheater.com. Genesis Extravaganza - Volume 2, 7 p.m., the follow on Facebook. All are welcome. Green Reads Book Group: The Invention of Na- Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show: 8 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 ture: Alexander von Humboldt’s New World’ by Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http://tarry- Irvington Running Meetup: Group meets Andrea Wulf, Dobbs Ferry Public Library, 7 p.m. Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. Other Live townmusichall.org. multiple times per week to keep fit, keep in touch and have fun. Beginning runners always Thursday 12 Sunday 8 Entertainment Saturday 1 welcome. Visit www.meetup.com/Irvington- Warner Book Group: At 7 p.m. Growing Up Concert Preview: A sneak preview of Music Lyndhurst Farce: running-Meetup. by Russell Baker in the Warner Library Reading Kitchen’s Carnegie Hall concert, 3 p.m., South The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Healthy Life Series: Phelps Memorial Hospital Room. Presbyterian Church, 343 Broadway, Dobbs (abridged), which includes all 37 plays by Center in Sleepy Hollow offers the community a Ferry. The event is a benefit for Midnight Run and Shakespeare, staged through March 22 at wide range of programs on health-related sub- Tuesday 17 Music Kitchen. Info: https://riverarts.org/music- Lyndhurst, 635 S. Broadway, Tarrytown. Info: jects as well as health screenings and support kitchen-carnegie-hall-concert. https://www.showclix.com/event/shakespeare- Mystery Book Group: The Murder List by Hank groups. Visit www.phelpshospital.org. Phillippi Rya at the Warner Library at 11 a.m. abridged-2020. Chappaqua Orchestra – Women Composers: Sunday 8 Books are available at the circulation desk. 1 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Through March Thursday 19 Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusi- 21 at Lyndhurst, 650 S. Broadway, Tarrytown. The 3R’s of Relaxation: Restorative Yoga, chall.org Info: https://www.showclix.com/event/a-mid- Reiki & Reflexology with Jody, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Irvington Book Club: Educated by Tara Westo- summer-night-s-dream-2020. Riverstone Yoga, 2 Hudson View Way, Tarrytown. ver, 7:30 p.m. at the Irvington Public Library. Thursday 12 Sunday 8 Info: 332-9642, [email protected] or Copies will be available at circulation desk. Dweezil Zappa Hot Rats Live! + Other Hot Riverstoneyoga.com. Friday 20 Stuff 1969: 8 p.m at the Tarrytown Music Hall, Whindersson Nunes: The most popular come- 13 Main St. Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http://tar- dian in his native Brazil performs in Portuguese Saturday 14 Temple Beth Abraham Book Club: An Unortho- rytownmusichall.org. at 7 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. dox Match by Naomi Ragen, 10 a.m., 25 Leroy Info: 631-3390 Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusi- Full Moon Ceremony with Sarah Brianna: At Ave., Tarrytown. RSVP: (914) 631-1770 adulted@ Friday 13 chall.org. Riverstone Yoga, 2 Hudson View Way, Tarry- tba-ny.org. town,7:30- 9 p.m. Info: 332-9642, info@river- Lucy Kaplansky & Richard Shindell: 8 p.m. at Saturday 21 stoneyoga.com or Riverstoneyoga.com. Friday 6 the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631- 3390 Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. Kevin James: The comic performs at 8 p.m.at Saturday 21 The Brink: 7:30 p.m., the Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St. Info: 631- Irvington Theater. 85 Saturday 14 3390 Ext.100 or http://tarrytownmusichall.org. Women’s Circle with Larissa: At Riverstone Yoga, 2 Hudson View Way, Tarrytown, 7-8:30 Main St. Following the The Red Hot Chilli Pipers: 8 p.m. at the Tar- showing of the docu- p.m. Info: 332-9642, [email protected] or Film mentary about Steve Bannon, a Q & A will be in Tarrytown. Suggested contribution $3. Call held with director Alison Bridge and Card Club: 1 p.m. Fridays. Senior 330-3855. Klayman and New Yorker staff writer Andrew Happenings Marantz, author of Anti-Social. Info: http://www. The Neighborhood House Tarrytown Senior Center irvingtontheater.com. 43 Wildey St., Tarrytown. Call 631-0205 to Pierson Park, 631-2304. Annual donation is Wednesday 11 Senior Benefits Information Center register for programs, which is required. (SBIC): $15. Rivertown Film: Two screenings are slated for Greenburgh Nutrition Program: See Hot Exercise: 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays March at the Nyack Center at 8 p.m. – Varda by Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. a trained Lunch above. and Fridays. Agnes, March 11 and Clemency, March 25. Info: counselor from SBIC is on hand at the Warner https://rivertownfilm.org/calendar/ or 845-353- Library in Tarrytown. Sign up at the Refer- Computer Class: 11a.m. Tuesdays (please Nickel Bingo: 12:30 p.m. Mondays. 2568. ence Desk or call 631-7734. To ask questions call). outside regular counseling hours call 914-231- Book Club: Mondays 3 to 5 p.m. Yoga on the Chair: 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays Saturday 14 3260. and Fridays. Ongoing Movie Mavens: Who Will Write Our History? 7 Senior Van: Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday It Takes a Village 10591: Seniors meet on the p.m., Temple Beth Abraham, 25 Leroy Ave., Tar- Tai Chi: 11 a.m. Thursdays. through Friday, a van is available for seniors second Tuesday of each month from 1 to 2:30 rytown. A moderated discussion follows the film who need transportation. Call the Tarrytown Senior Canteen: informal social group, 1 p.m. p.m. at The Reformed Church of the Tarry- with coffee and dessert. Village Hall at 631-7873 or the Sleepy Hollow Thursdays. towns, 42 N. Broadway. The program includes Recreation Dept. at 366-5109. a speaker, conversation, and refreshments. All Friday 20 Movies: 1 p.m. Fridays. Hot Lunch: Plus other activities Monday to are welcome. Call 914-222-5116 or visit www. Wasted! 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32 The Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Westchester Social Justice Mosaic Masks & Forum | Sunday 3/29 Hosted Artifacts Workshop | Fri/Sat/Sun 3/20-22 at Eastview Middle School, White Bethany Arts Community, Plains, NY. Exchange ideas and Ossining. 914.944.4278. information, foster solidarity, and Students may employ celebrate our work to create a more just and equal society. Opening unique substrates, found The Verve Pipe | Saturday 4/3 Multi-plati- plenary with Evan Prichard, The objects and have fun with num classic rock band The Verve Pipe, best known Truthworker Theater Company and texture and form. Info: www. for their 1990s #1 hit “The Freshmen” will perform Willie Baptist. Info: www.westches- bethanyarts.org/calendar. at 8 p.m. at Irvington Theater, 85 Main St., Irving- tersocialforum.org ton. Tickets/info: irvingtontheater.com.

Riverstoneyoga.com. Aqueduct annual meeting, 2 p.m., Warner decorate plastic eggs with alcohol ink. Adults are Trends? 7 p.m., led by Westchester Library Sys- Library, 121 N. Broadway, Tarrytown. Topic: welcome. tem career consultant Laurie Schulman. Children’s programs Preparing New York’s Water Supply for the 21st For Kids at the libraries: Stories, Century. Info: 693-0529 or www.aqueduct.org. Saturday 28 Friday 6 rhymes, crafts and songs for children of Sunday 8 Dungeons & Dragons Group: Introductory Opera Program: Eat, drink and enjoy opera with various ages at Tarrytown’s Warner Library and Religious game session, 1 p.m. New and experienced opera enthusiast Susan Grunthal every Friday, Irvington Public Library. For Warner, call 631- Institution Purim Family Activities players are welcomed and no supplies are beginning today, through April 3 from noon to 7734 or visit. For Irvington, call 591-7840 or visit Programs & Carnival: Greenburgh necessary. 1:30 p.m. www.irvingtonlibrary.org. Hebrew Center, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Info: 693- Events at the Dobbs Ferry Volunteer English Tutor Program: The work- Elmsford Little League: Baseball and softball 4260 or http://www.g- Public Library, 55 Main St., shop is slated for every Saturday and on April 4 players between the ages of 5 and 16 from the h-c.org. Dobbs Ferry. Info: 693-6614, and 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To register Sleepy Hollow Junior Horsemen ore invited to dobbsferrylibrary.org. come to the library, call 488-4250 or visit http:// Temple Beth Abraham’s Purim Carnival: 11 www.lvtarrytown.org. register for the Spring 2020 season. Info: elms- Free Income Tax fordlittleleague.org. a.m.- 1 p.m. Run by ZEETY Senior Youth Group. Games, prizes, bouncy house, costumes are Preparation: Mondays, Friends of the Library Concert: Low Lily, a folk Saturday 14 welcome. Contact: [email protected]. 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Celtic trio featuring Liz Simmons, Flynn Cohen and Lissa Schneckenburger, 2:30 p.m. Roald Dahl’s Matilda: Presented by Clocktower Friday 13 The Dobbs Wednesday 4 Players’ award-winning Adult Troupe, March 14- Saturday 14 Clothing Closet: March 13, 5 to 7 p.m., and Ferry Public Dungeons and 22, Irvington Theater, 85 Main St. 5 performanc- Dragon Gaming Series: March 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Christ Episcopal Library Three Hour Saturday Matinees: Both screen- es. Info./tickets: www.irvingtontheater.com. Wednesdays, 3:45- 5:45 Church & San Marcos, 43 S. Broadway, Tar- ings at 1 p.m. March 14: Barry Lyndon and p.m. Sunday 15 rytown. Info: 631-2074. March 21: A Hidden Life. Feeding Fun: March 15 and 28, 1-2 p.m., Events at the Irvington Thursday 12 Saturday 21 Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Public Library, 12 South Introduction to Chess: March 12 and 26,4-6 Children’s Room Author Visit: A Ride to Scarsdale/ Info: www.greenburghnaturecenter. Astor St. Info: 591-7840, p.m. Registration required. org or 723.3470. Free for Center members and [email protected] or Remember: A Civil Rights Story, join us for a $8 for non-members. www.irvingtonlibrary.org. Cult Classic Movie Night: Bloody Sunday, 8 reading of the book by Sharon Langley and Amy p.m. Nathan and related activity at 2 p.m. Intended for Sunday 22 Adult Programs the whole family. Saturday 21 Maple Sugar at Home: From 1-2 p.m., Green- Saturday 7 MORE» on page 35 burgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scars- Irvington Martial Arts Movie Mayhem: Sister Street dale/ Info: www.greenburghnaturecenter.org or Public Library Art Exhibit: Works by Fighter, 2 p.m. 723.3470. Cost: $5 for Center members and $8 painter/poet Meg Lind- Sunday 22 for non-members. say will be displayed in the Martucci Gallery from March7 through 31. An Sunday 29 A Capella Choral Concert: Performed by Dobbs opening reception is planned for March 7 (snow Ferry based Aisteon. Call library for performance Grape Expectations date March 14), 2 to 4:30 p.m. Raptors of Westchester: From 1-2 p.m., Green- time. WINE AND LIQUOR MERCHANT burgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scars- Wednesday 11 Events at the Warner Library, dale/ Info: www.greenburghnaturecenter.org or 121 North Broadway, 723.3470. Cost: $5 for Center members and $8 Conversation with Kris: Join Irvington’s Super- Tarrytown. Info: 631-7734, for non-members. intendent of Schools, Dr. Kristopher Harrison, for warnerlibrary.org an informal conversation at 7 p.m. Patrick Rubenstein, Tuesday 3 15% OFF New Works: Through Thursday 12 March 22 at Canfin TEAC/Environmental Ides of March Pizza Party: At 5:30 p.m. pizza Gallery, 39 Main St, Tar- Film and Discussion and soda will be served. Laurel wreath head- rytown. Info: 332 4554 or Warner Series: Queen of the YOUR NEXT bands will be created and those who bring a www.CanfinGallery.com. Sun, screening at 7 bedsheet will be shown how to make a toga. Library Galleries/Art Sunday 15 p.m. Cosponsored with Drum Circle: Nanette Garcia, percussionist/ FCWC (Federated Con- WINE PURCHASE Salon Sunday: Five art- performer/educator, will facilitate the program at servationists of Westchester) and the Sleepy Hol- WITH THIS AD. CANNOT BE ists will demonstrate their works in their Dobbs 7 p.m. low Environmental Advisory Committee (SHEAC) COMBINED WITH OTHER Ferry studios from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: https:// DISCOUNTS. SOME ITEMS ARE Saturday 21 Wednesday 4 EXCLUDED. NO MINIMUM OR riverarts.org/salon-sundays/. MAXIMUM. Toni McKeen Lecture: Fiorello La Guardia, Movie Matinees: Screenings slated for 2 p.m. Wednesday 4 92 NORTH BROADWAY (RTE9) every Wednesday in March. March 4 Jojo Rabbit; Other Events Mayor of New York City, 2 p.m. TARRYTOWN, NY. 10591 American Association March 11, Knives Out; March 18, Dark Waters Phone# 332-0294 of University Women Young Adult Programs and March 25, Bombshell. WWW.123WINEAVE.COM Talk: Westchester County Legislator Catherine Thursday 26 Thursday 5 Parker will speak at 10:30 a.m. at the Greenburgh Public Library, 300 Tarrytown Rd, Elmsford. Info: Alcohol Ink Decorative Eggs: At 5:30 p.m. Resume Crash Course: What are the Latest http:Westchester-ny.aauw.net. Friday 6 Sleepy Hollow/Tarrytown St. Patrick’s Day Event: The installation of the grand marshal and the aides: the Westchester Manor, 140 Saw Mill River Rd., Hastings, March 6, 7 p.m. Come browse our selection of Info: Paul Clarke, 588-7777 (journal) or Pat Scova,742-2311. hand-selected books, Sunday 15 unique cards and more! Sleepy Hollow/Tarrytown St. Patrick’s Day Open seven days a week. Parade Event: Parade formation will be on Main Street in Tarrytown, and step-off begins at 1:30 p.m. Parade day will begin with Mass at 10 a.m. Ten Washington Ave., Pleasantville, NY at Transfiguration Church, 268 S. Broadway, Across from the Burns Film Center Tarrytown. 914.769.8322 Sunday 22 sta @pleasantvillebooks.com Annual Meeting: The Friends of the Old Croton www.thehudsonindependent.com March 2020 The Hudson Independent 33 Food For Thought Boro6 Wine Bar Soon to Expand With Boro6 Kitchen by Linda Viertel

at , Drink, Gather, Morning, Noon, and Night.” That’s Boro6’s owner/proprietor, Paul Mo- lakides’, founding principle in creating his highly“E successful Hastings-on-Hudson wine bar. An eye- opening trip to Tuscany in 2013 provided an epiphany for Molakides and his wife, Jennifer Lynn Aaronson, and soon thereafter their European-style bistro/wine bar was born in their hometown (the “sixth borough” of New York City).

Molakides began his restaurant career in Manhattan managing Th e Tonic in Chel- Clockwise: Whole wheat olive oil waffl e with macerated sea, running Th e Restaurant at 15 Central berries, fresh whipped cream, maple syrup; A well-dressed Park West, and working with famed res- Bloody Mary; The Roman (sandwich) Portchetta, Salame, taurateur Danny Meyer. When, by chance, Provolone, roasted peppers, dressed arugula on toasted Sullivan Street ciabatta; Papa al pomodoro - Tuscan to- Molakides catered an event in Hastings-on- mato soup topped with house made croutons and shaved Hudson for Meyer’s Hudson Yard Cater- parm; Hastings-on-Hudson street corner with Boro6. ing, he said, “I fell in love with this town.” —Photos by: Linda Pugliese He and his wife moved here 10 years ago, while he managed BLT Prime in Gramercy Park, then BLT Steak in White Plains. At the same time, Aaronson was working with Martha Stewart as a food editor and in her test kitchens before becoming North Amer- ican culinary director of Marley Spoon, which is now Martha and Marley Spoon (a home-cooking ingredient/recipe delivery service). Two children later, their whirlwind life in the culinary world started to focus locally. Combing their talents, love of the com- munal dining experience, and missing in- formal Italian-style enotecas, they created Boro6 in December of 2016. Th e couple wanted their wine bar to be a place where friends and neighbors gather in a relaxed atmosphere, for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and they achieved their dream. Diners, wine afi cionados or just plain folks who enjoy a glass of wine, will fi nd a vast selection of curated wines by the glass, half or full bottles. Over 30 reds, 17 whites, roses and and fi sh – all prepared in the soul and spirit of Boro6 Wine sparkling wines, from reasonably priced to special “library Bar. “Our new small, hearty dishes will all feel like they have wines,” make the choice enjoyably challenging. Local craft been part of Boro6’s menu all along,” said Molakides. Aar- beers are on tap or available by the bottle as are hand-crafted onson will also be baking at the new kitchen, and given her sodas. A dazzling selection of organic teas from Bellocq Tea Martha Stewart expertise, you will soon be able to order Atelier in Brooklyn decorate the shelves and, when ordered, delicious olive oil-citrus cake, muffi ns, and granola. Her are good for two infusions. spiced nuts will also be on sale at the front retail section of Boro6 snacks and starters include a fulsome Mediterra- Boro6 Kitchen, along with jams, cheeses, sauces and dress- nean board, created with daily hummus, a variety of olives, ings. Take out will also be available, all thanks to Boro6’s ex- pickled vegetables, marcona almonds and carte de mu- ceptional landlords, Chris and Constance Hall who, along sica (pizza on crackers). A specialty of the house, salmon with their brother Greg, will make Boro6’s expansion pos- toast, is a silky house-cured gravlax, with dill ricotta and sible. preserved lemon, all served on Sullivan Street bread. Salads “Drinking wine may cause relaxation and better rela- are plentiful meals in themselves at Boro6; roasted beets, tions,” as noted on Boro6’s menu, but, suffi ce it to say, complemented by zaatar infused goat cheese, and croutons, whether experiencing breakfast, lunch or dinner at Boro6 is mixed delicately with a sherry vinaigrette; the Tuscan kale your choice of “liquid dessert” top off a perfect bistro dining with family or friends, the communal feel is infectious, and salad, topped with manchego cheese and toasted almonds experience. the food is molto bene. You don’t have to fl y to Tuscany for has become a signature, and the arugula salad gets special Molakides and Aaronson designed Boro6 to feature the an authentic experience with Boro6 nearby. treatment when accompanied by bresaola, shaved fennel commanding marble-topped bar centrally located in the and parmesan. corner establishment. With seating for 21 at Viennese-style Sandwiches – open-faced tuna, the prosciutto and the chairs, artisanal drinks, specialty cocktails or one of their 40 If You Go bahn-six are hearty taste-fi lled and distinct. But, don’t miss choices of wine by the glass have never tasted better. Tables 549 Warburton Ave., Hastings-on-Hudson creating your own cheese and charcuterie platter (choose and banquettes surround the bar, all bathed in soft light 914-231-9200 | boro6winebar.com | [email protected] three or six) from an exceptional curated selection of locally and with a delicate, rich blue and gold wallpaper – Boro6 Dinner: Tues - Thurs. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., Fri-Sat. 5 p.m. - 11p.m. and internationally sourced aged meats and cheeses. welcomes visitors with a warm hug. Lunch: Mon. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m, Tues. - Fri. 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Two choices of hot soup are available daily. And, while But, soon, Boro6 regulars and newcomers will be treat- Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Happy Hour: Tues.-Fri. 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sullivan Street Bakery provides the bread for Boro6, the ed to an expanded menu thanks to the opening of Boro6 Coffee / Wine / Snacks: Sat/Sun 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. gluten-free option comes from By Th e Way Bakery. Two Kitchen next door, where Molakides will be providing daily Opening this spring: Boro6Kitchen | Catering available scoops of Penny Lick ice cream, sorbet, the Boro sundae or pastas, braises, roasted vegetables, soups, roasted chicken

34 Th e Hudson Independent March 2020 www.thehudsonindependent.com Valet Parking Now A Prospect for Dobbs Ferry’s Restaurants by Barrett Seaman the valet-parked cars. where drivers can circle repeatedly in what him for taking the initiative,” she said. Underutilization of that lot allowed the he calls “The Cedar 500” in search of a As Broccoli sees it, there’s no reason to It’s not news that there is a shortage of village board to approve Broccoli’s plan at space for themselves but inevitably tying limit the valet service to restaurants. “I’m parking in the rivertowns. But it is news a meeting in early February. Henceforth, up traffic for others as well. hoping other businesses will see this as a when a local restaurateur, owner of Dobbs every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, Assuming it all works, the next step blueprint.” The nail salon across the street Ferry’s The Rare Bit, comes up with a plan diners can pull into one of two reserved would be to see if other Dobbs restaurants might see it as a draw. “What makes it to help reduce congestion AND help lo- curbside spaces in front of the restaurant, would sign onto the system. On Cedar work,” he said, “is the lot and the proxim- cal businesses, including his own. A pilot pay a valet $10 in cash and have their car Street alone, there’s The Parlor, Toma- ity of the lot.” project for just such a plan launched on stashed safely in the public lot some 500 tillo’s, Piccola Trattoria, Sushi Mike’s and If the new meta-valet service works for Valentine’s Day night. yards to the west. If they spend more than Bellacosa, a new wine bar on the corner Dobbs, can it be replicated in Hastings, or Scott Broccoli, owner of The Rare Bit on $50 on food and drink inside, Broccoli of Cedar and Main. On Main Street it- Irvington or Tarrytown—each of which Cedar Street, said he knew since he opened will knock that $10 off their bill. Their car self, there’s Sam’s, Doubledays, Harpers have similar parking problems and lots of in 2018 that the parking shortage would will be there when they’re ready to leave. and The Cookery—all of which are close restaurants? Other than their Metro North put a crimp in business. He has been nego- After searching for a firm with a solid enough to the lot to run a valet service but lots, those villages don’t have the central- tiating with the village for some time to of- reputation, Broccoli hired Classic Valet far enough on a cold winter’s night to de- ized parking facilities Dobbs Ferry has fer valet parking for his guests. The Board out of New Rochelle to supply the parkers, ter customers from making the walk them- with its 99 Cedar Street space. “I think it of Trustees and Village Administrator were carry the necessary insurance and manage selves. Michelle Adams, who is a partner could absolutely work in the other villag- sympathetic and helpful, but until the vil- the cash flow. in Harper’s on Main Street as well as St. es,” said Michelle Adams, “but the deter- lage built a 100-space lot at the base of Ce- “Part of the goal,” said Broccoli, “is to George in Hastings, welcomes Broccoli’s mining factor is the proximity of a parking dar Street, there weren’t enough spaces for reduce the congestion on Cedar Street, pilot project. “We are really grateful to lot with plenty of space.” Happenings Continued from page 33 Restaurant News Thursday 26 riverarts.org. Rails around Westchester with Kent Pat- Men’s Club: Wednesdays 9:45 a.m. at the terson: A trip into the past featuring the history Shames JCC in Tarrytown. Varied speakers; of the many railroad lines (and trolley lines) that free to the public. Call 366-7898 or visit www. once ran through Westchester county, and the ShamesJCC.org. three lines that have survived, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Chess Club: The Warner Library Chess Club Monday 30 meets on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Thursday each month, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:45 p.m. Call 631-7734 or LinkedIn Workshop: Led by Cheryl Williams at visit www.warnerlibrary.org. 7 p.m. Hudson Lab School: After-school and full-time Art XO Studio: Year- project-based elementary and middle school Ongoing round art classes/pro- learning programs that teach life skills. Students grams for toddlers, kids, apply their knowledge and innovate to create a teens and adults. 9 Main life they love. 185 Old Broadway, Hastings-on- St., Irvington. Info: www.artxostudio.com. Hudson. Info: www.hudsonlabschool.com. Hudson Valley Writers Center - Courses, The Aligned Center (1 Bridge St., Suite 64, Workshops, Readings & Events: Philipse Irvington): Mindful co-working riverfront space Manor Train Station, 300 Riverside Dr., Sleepy hosting ongoing events including free community Hollow. Info: www.writerscenter.org. meditations every weekday morning. At night, The Center is home to The Aligned Institute, RiverArts Modern Dance Classes: Taught by offering community classes, talks & workshops. Guests enjoy the Howard Beers Launching Party on February 8th at the historic Tarrytown Mary Ford-Sussman. Thursdays, 12:30-2 p.m., Info: www.thealignedcenter.com. Castle on the Hudson. Howard Beers are produced by Broken Bow Brewery in Tuckahoe, Hastings Yoga, 34 Main St. Register at www. NY., the Castle’s newest branding partner.

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