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CAROLINE GARDENS -- Located in Pelham Manor, SCHUYLER PARK -- Spacious, bright and very attractive large living room with balcony, 2 BRs, 1 updated bath, 2 BR, 1 bath co-op in pre-war brick building in Pelham new eat-in-kitchen, new plumbing throughout, walk to Manor, large living room plus formal dining room. shopping. $278,000 $339,900 Sound Shore Medical Center Announces Sixth Annual 5K Walk & Run Sound Shore Medi- Junior League of Westchester on the event registration begins at 7:30 AM and the race cal Center of Westches- Sound, Blackboard Pizza Shop, WVIP starts at 9:00 AM. Fees are $20 for walkers; $30 ter (SSMC) is pleased to and WVOX, Lilly, Jan-Mar Awards and for runners. For more information on SSMC’s announce its upcoming, Friends of Sound Shore Medical Center. The Stride 5K Run/Walk, including sponsorship sixth annual fundraiser Commenting on the upcoming opportunities and registration of individuals and for the Jacee Lynn Cap- event, John R. Spicer, President and CEO teams, please visit www.thestride.net or contact pelli Diabetes Center of Sound Shore Medical Center com- Angela Turco at 914.365.3468 or by email at atur- for the treatment and mented, “Sound Shore Medical Center [email protected]. If unable to participate the day of education of juvenile and The Stride are fortunate to have the the event, caring citizens are encouraged to make and adult diabetes. The support of so many organizations in our donations to further SSMC’s effort to combat dia- Stride 5K – Walk & Run effort to combat diabetes.” He contin- betes. Donations can be made through the web- is scheduled for Sunday, ued, “Since all of us know someone af- site, www.thestride.net . April 14 in New Ro- fected by diabetes, I am looking forward For physician referrals in all specialties, call chelle. This year’s event to a big turnout for The Stride.” MDs-LINE (914.637.5463); and for additional again features the beauti- Participants are encouraged to pre- information on Sound Shore Medical Center’s ful tree-lined race course register at www.thestride.net and create Care. For Life. services, visit www.soundshore.org that starts and finishes at their participation page. The day of the today! the Montgomery Gate entrance to Iona College in New Rochelle. This much anticipated event will bring pre- miere area runners as well as amateur enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to the Queen City on the Sound. Whether as individuals or as teams – rep- resenting families, friends, neighbors, or co-work- ers or those touched by the disease – participants will join forces and focus attention on the fifth deadliest disease in the U.S. They will also raise money to benefit SSMC’s Diabetes Center that is named for real estate developer Louis R. Cappelli’s niece, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age three. The Cappelli Diabetes Center – a 6,000 square foot dedicated facility, which houses the Elaine and Melvin Merians Education and Con- ference Center – is the only diabetes center in Westchester County with comprehensive educa- tion and treatment for both juvenile and adult di- abetes – all under one roof. The Center is support- ed by SSMC’s long-established American Diabetes Association certified Diabetes Education Program, which features two certified diabetes educators and a clinical nutritionist and assures high-qual- ity education for patient self-care. Sound Shore Medical Center’s Outpatient Diabetes Education Center is an award-winning program. Among the many supporters are Commu- nity Sponsors, including Shop Rite of New Ro- chelle; City of New Rochelle, New Rochelle Parks and Recreation, New Rochelle Chamber of Com- merce, Iona College, Westchester Road Runners,

www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview April 2013 • 3 Accents on Antiques Plans Westchester Library System’s 18th Anniversary Celebration 22nd Annual Book & Author The Pelham Chapter of the Friends of Sound Luncheon Features Shore Medical Cen- ter (SSMC) invites the public to cele- Three Outstanding Authors brate the 18th Anni- The Westchester luminary best known for versary of Accents on Library System (WLS) his postwar New Yorker Antiques (Accents). will hold its 22nd an- cartoons. The event is sched- nual Book & Author The Kingdom of Ordi- uled for Thursday, Luncheon on Thursday, nary Time (Marie Howe) April 18 from 6:00 – April 18, 2013 at CV Rich – American poet and 8:00 PM at the shop, Mansion in White Plains. New York State Poet Lau- located at 125 Wolfs The event celebrates Na- reate Marie Howe’s latest Lane in Pelham. tional Library Week and collection, The Kingdom In addition to a features talented authors of Ordinary Time, is a live auction and spe- Deidre Bair, Marie Howe meditation on ordinary cial dealer discounts, and Dorothy Wickenden yet nevertheless miracu- the event will feature who will discuss their lous moments, such as a check presentation newly published books. hurrying through er- that represents pro- Lifetime Arts, Inc. rands, attending a dying ceeds from last year’s operation of Accents. President and CEO of Sound Shore Medical Center, will receive the National mother, and helping a John R. Spicer, and the Director of Emergency Medicine, Joseph Ponticello, MD, will accept a Library Week Recogni- child on the playground. donation on behalf of the Department of Emergency Medicine. As a New York Designated Area tion Award for their out- Nothing Daunted Trauma Center as well as Stroke Center, the monies will benefit this vital community resource that standing contributions (Dorothy Wickenden) – records more than 37,000 visits annually. to libraries. The Lun- Author and Executive Se- Opened in 1995, this upscale shop operates for the exclusive benefit of SSMC. The net pro- cheon is sponsored by nior Editor for The New ceeds from the sale of donated, consigned and dealer merchandise have enhanced many of Sound Entergy and TD Bank. Yorker magazine, Doro- Deidre Bair Shore Medical Center’s services, including its New York State designated Level 3 Neonatal Nursery, “The Westchester thy Wickenden’s latest Solomon Katz Breast Center, Gladys and Murray Goldstein Cancer Center and Helen and Michael Library System’s Book novel is a captivating Schaffer Extended Care Center. & Author Luncheon is the highlight of our book about Wickenden’s grandmother, who Staffed by 60 dedicated volunteers, this 4,800 square foot retail space houses estate furniture, National Library Week festivities,” says Terry left her affluent East Coast life to “rough it” china, crystal, silver, and jewelry as well as an array of decorative accessories and collectibles. Kirchner, WLS Executive Director. “This year as a teacher in Colorado in 1916. First time and repeat customers, alike, enjoy the breadth of merchandise from the 13 dealers that we have a talented group of authors who will The Westchester Library System is lo- includes country antiques to mid century modern and everything in between. There truly is some- be sure to entertain and enlighten.” cated at 540 White Plains Road, Suite 200, thing for everyone at Accents!! He adds, “We Tarrytown. For For more information about Accents on Antiques, including donating, consigning, dealer are also thrilled a complete list and volunteer opportunities or to RSVP (by April 15th) for the Anniversary Celebration, call Rita to honor Lifetime of programs and Borell at 914.365.3205. Arts, a non-profit events through- organization that out the West- allows WLS to chester Library sponsor creative System, visit the aging projects WLS website at for seniors. With www.westchester- these programs, libraries.org. the local public The West- libraries have be- chester Library come art making System (WLS) centers, bring- includes 38 ing together great member public teaching artists libraries located with librarians throughout the Marie Howe and seniors.” County and is The Lun- one of New York cheon, held from 12:00pm – 2:00pm, will be State’s 23 public library systems. WLS and followed by an author signing. Registration its member libraries have a total collection begins at 11:15am. Ticket prices for the Book of 5.4 million items, including 3.7 million & Author Luncheon are books, as well as audio $95 for general admis- recordings, videocas- sion. Proceeds from this settes, DVDs, print seri- event will support WLS’s als, and other materi- efforts to expand its e- als. The mission of the book collection and in- Westchester Library crease digital media con- System is to ensure that tent for all Westchester all residents have seam- public libraries. For more less access to excellent information or to pur- library service through- chase tickets, call (914) out Westchester County. 231-3226 or visit www. The Westchester Library westchesterlibraries.org System serves as a cen- The authors’ books, ter of innovation for the available for purchase Westchester County li- and autographing at the brary community. WLS event, include: provides model pro- Saul Steinberg (Deir- grams, affordable and dre Bair) –National Book easy-to-use information Award winner Deirdre technology, and support Bair’s new biography me- services that enable li- ticulously connects the braries to continuously puzzle pieces of the com- improve service to their plex, often paradoxical communities. For more life of graphic artist Saul Dorothy Wickenden information, visit www. 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4 • April 2013 newrochellereview www.newro- Governor Announces Opening of Innovative Affordable Housing for Seniors Governor Andrew M. Cuomo recently a safe, energy- ry, but also free transportation to keep them announced the official opening of Shiloh efficient roof over active and feeling part of the community. Senior Apartments in New Rochelle. The 40- head.” As such, we congratulate all our partners unit development provides quality, energy- “HUD has for making this day possible: New Rochelle efficient, affordable apartments for senior no higher mis- Mayor Noam Bramson, Westhab, Shiloh citizens. New York State invested $10 mil- sion than provid- Community Development Corporation, the lion in tax credits, bonds, and grants for the ing our elderly Federal Home Loan Bank, and the New York project through the Housing Finance Agency population with State Housing Finance Agency.” (HFA) of New York State Homes and Com- decent, safe and New Rochelle Mayor, Noam Bramson munity Renewal (HCR) and partnered with affordable hous- said, “This development represents an out- the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban ing,” said Acting standing example of collaboration between Development, the City of New Rochelle, Regional Admin- government and the non-profit sector to Westhab, Inc. and Shiloh Community Devel- istrator Mirza Or- provide quality, affordable housing for our opment Corporation to create a model of af- riols. “That is why community’s seniors, while making a posi- fordability, sustainability, and collaboration. I am so proud tive contribution to the neighborhood in “The state-of-the art Shiloh Senior that our Depart- which it is built. We are pleased to have been Apartments will offer high-quality homes ment has part- able to support such a project.” for the elderly in one of the costliest parts nered with West- Bob Millier, President and CEO of of the State—allowing seniors to stay in the hab, Inc. and the Westhab, Inc. said, “Westhab thanks Gov- community they call home, live indepen- Shiloh Commu- ernor Cuomo, even in these time of fiscal dently, and add to Westchester’s economic nity Development constraints, for his continued leadership vitality,” Governor Cuomo said. “These are occupied by January 11, 2013. Co-developers Corporation to provide 39 lucky senior citi- to insure that there are adequate resources the types of investments in housing and in are Shiloh Community Development Corpo- zens with a state-of-the-art facility that not to house New Yorkers of all incomes and people’s lives that New York is making to cre- ration, a subsidiary of Shiloh Baptist Church, only provides them with comfort and luxu- needs.” ate strong communities and increase quality and Westhab, Inc., Westchester County’s of life for everyone.” largest non-profit provider of housing. The building is equipped with High Amenities include individually con- Performance and Smart Building Technol- trolled heat and air conditioning, air condi- ogy including computer optimized control tioned common areas, a community room, of exhaust fans, common areas, and lights, an exercise room, tenant laundry and a as well as high efficiency elevators and low- lounge on each floor, on-site support servic- flow kitchen and bath fixtures. es and free transport for shopping, outdoor In addition to the HFA credits and subsi- passive recreation and a gazebo. Save Time. dies, financing for Shiloh Senior Apartments Darryl C. Towns, Commissioner/CEO of also includes $7 million from HUD’s Section HCR said, “Governor Andrew Cuomo’s lead- 202 program. Additionally, the City of New ership is resulting in smart investments like Rochelle provided $1.6 million in HOME Shiloh Senior Apartments throughout New funds. York State because he knows quality hous- Make One Call. Rents are set at 30% of each tenant’s ing builds strong communities and makes income, and eligible tenants must earn less our state a better place to live. Seniors liv- than 50% of the Area Median Income. Com- ing at Shiloh, and their families, will enjoy pleted on December 31st, 2012, it was fully the peace of mind that comes from having Have a Better Westchester LWV Presents “Reassessing Property in Westchester: Fair or Foul?” Vacation. continued from page 1 Complimentary Travel Planning, Upgrades, Breakfast, and Concierge Services for our Clients.*

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Betsy Weiner, Croton, LWV Westchester Board and Cindy Kahn, President New Rochelle Chapter LWV distributed Property Tax and LWV literature. single family homes; 15% co-ops, condos and commercial properties totally valued at $2.8 124 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont, NY 10538 million,” Porr observed. County Clerk Tim Idoni mentioned that an attempt in 1995 to pass a State Law com- pelling countywide revaluations every 5 years was vetoed by then Governor George Pataki. *Restrictions may apply. Wolham concurred that it would have to be passed by the Legislature—not ORPS. www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview April 2013 • 5 april2013calendar Romanian-born pianist Andrei Li- caret will appear with the Westchester Chamber Symphony on Sat., May 4 at 8:00 p.m. at Iona College’s Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium, 715 North Avenue, New Rochelle. This concert series is sponsored in part by the Iona College Council on the Arts through the generosity of JoAnn and Joseph M. Murphy and the Baron Lambert Fund. For more information or tickets, call 654-4926, or log onto www.westches- terchambersymphony.org.

The Visual Symphony: A Musically Inspired Art Exhibition will be on display in The Lazarus Gallery of United Hebrew of New Rochelle, 391 Pelham Road through September 16 with an Artists’ Reception on April 7 from 3 to 4pm. Call 632-2804 for details. On April 18 at 7pm, the New Rochelle Public Library will show the film The Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale announces its Enter Laughing, the 1967 latest exhibition entitled, “Painting with a Camera” featuring the work of film directed by former Stan Rubin through April 28 with a reception on April 6 from 2 to 4pm. For New Rochellean Carl more information visit www.greenburghnaturecenter.org or call 723-3470. Reiner in the Ossie Davis Theater.

On April 28 at 4:30pm, The Hudson Valley Writers’ Center, Philipse Manor Railroad Station, 300 Riverside Drive, Sleepy Hollow presents author Carole Geithner The Hammond Museum, 28 Deveau Road, North Salem announces the opening of an exhibit as she reads from her middle- of Chinese brush paintings by the Oriental Brush Artists Guild from April 13 through May 11 grade novel, “If Only.” For further with an Opening Reception on April 13 from 1 to 3pm. For additional information visit www. information call 332-5953 and visit hammondmuseum.org www.writerscenter.org.

UPCOMING westchester.com. ence on Sport Design: 1:30pm to 6pm – APRIL 28 Beth El Synagogue Center, 1324 North Auto display; 2 to 3:30pm – Italian Food 12 Beginning with registration at 6pm, the Avenue, New Rochelle will hold the fol- The Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 and Wine Tasting; 3:30pm – Trophy Cer- The Cancer Support Team will celebrate Westchester Region of Hadassah and lowing events: April 14 from 11am to Dromore Road, Scarsdale will the follow- emony; 4:15 to 5pm – Musicians in the spring at the Larchmont Yacht Club Westchester Jewish Center Sisterhood 1:30pm – Flags and Falafels, hanging ing events: April 10 at 7pm – Highlights Piazza; and 5:30pm – Closing Remarks; with a festive cocktail party, silent auc- present an evening with Letty Cottin Israeli flags for Israel’s Birthday and en- from the 2012 Bioneers Conference; and April 27 at 10:30am – Pope Julius tion and raffle to support its free nursing, Pogrebin, author, journalist, activist and joy free falafels and on April 16 at 6pm April 6 from 2 to 4pm – Exhibit Recep- and the Sistine Chapel. Call 771-8700 counseling and support service. RSVP by co-founder of MS. Magazine at West- – Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut with a tion: Paintings with a Camera by Stan for details and visit www.wiccny.org. calling 777-2777 or email jdobrof@can- chester Jewish Center, Palmer and Rock- BBQ and concert starring The Nishmaya Rubin; April 21 from 1 to 3:30pm – Earth cersupportteam.org. land Avenues, Mamaroneck. RSVP by Band. For additional information, call Day Celebration; and April 28 – Puppet Groundwork Hudson Valley and the calling 937-3151. 235-2700 and visit www.bethelnr.org/ Show: 11am for ages 4 and under; 1pm Environmental Food Team present the 13 IsraelBirthday. show for ages 4 to 7. Call 723-3470 for following programs at Philipse Manor From 10am to 3pm, there will be a Rum- MAY further information or visit www.green- Hall, State Historic Site, 29 Warburton mage Sale at Community Church of the 5 The Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Avenue, burghnaturecenter.org. Avenue, Yonkers: April 9 – The Beautiful Pelhams, 448 Washington Avenue, Pel- From 8am to noon, the Mental Health Pelham will hold the following events: Bowl at the Center of the Table; April 16 ham. For further information, call 738- Association of Westchester’s On the April 16 to 23 – High School Art Salon; SAVE THE DATE: June 13 – New Ro- – Arugula to Watercress: A Tour and Tast- 1513. Move 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Kids’ April 20 from 1:30 to 3:30pm – Cherry chelle Humane Society Fundraising Gala ing of Salad Greens; April 23 – The Food Race will take place at FDR State Park, Blossom Festival; April 7 from 1 to 3pm – Dinner to be held at the Mamaroneck Queen Isabella Sent Columbus to Find; 17 Yorktown Heights. Visit www.mhawest- Emerging Writers Series with Pei-Ling Lue Beach and Yacht Club featuring silent April 30 – How Corn Filled Europe with At 1pm, St. Paul’s Church National chester.org for complete details. and May 3 to June 29 – 2013 Alexander and live auctions, prizes and more. Vampires. Programs are held from 3:30 Historic Site, 897 S. Columbus Avenue, Rutsch Award and Solo Exhibition. For to 4:30pm. On April 27 there will be a Mt. Vernon features a lunchtime perfor- Jewish Home Lifecare celebrates The further information, call 738-2525. Volunteers are needed to deliver kosher tour of the Museum of Natural History: mance of arias and duets from classic op- 10th Sarah Neuman Gourmet Tasting meals to homebound individuals living Our Global Kitchen, (rsvp for limited eras by the Bronx Opera Company. Call with guest speaker Melissa Clark at Cen- Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst in Tarrytown in Mt. Vernon, Yonkers and New Ro- seating). Call 375-2151 for more infor- 667-4116 or visit www.nps.gov/sapa for tury Country Club, Purchase starting will take place on May 3 from 10am to chelle. Sponsored by Westchester Jewish mation or to register. further information and events. at 5pm. Register online at www.jewish- 5pm; May 4 from 10am to 6pm and Community Services, the Kosher Meal home.org/2013gourmettasting or for May 5 from 10am to 5pm. Visit artrider. Program operates Monday through Fri- Free tax assistance through TCE, the Tax details, call 212-870-5053. com for complete details and directions. day from Sinai Free Synagogue in Mt. Counseling for the Elderly program and 20 Vernon where meals are picked up by VITA, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, Between 3 and 7pm, Mickey Spillane’s 6 The 3rd Annual Designer Showhouse of 11:30am. Call 668-4350 to help. is now being offered at the New Rochelle Pub, 431 White Plains Road, Eastchester, From 8am to 4pm, the United Way of Westchester benefiting Cerebral Palsy of Public Library. Trained AARP volunteer will host a fundraiser for St. Baldrick’s Westchester and Putnam and Westches- Westchester will take place May 2nd to The Westchester Italian Cultural Center, counselors will be available every Tues- Foundation to eradicate childhood can- ter Community Foundation present The June 9 at a 1915 mansion located at 2 One Generoso Pope Place, Tuckahoe day and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 cer. Participants secure pledges and sign Not-For-Profit Leadership Summit XI Cooper Road, Scarsdale. The Showhouse will hold the following events: April 9 pm, through April 11th. These sessions up to have their heads shaved. Call 960- featuring keynote speaker Seth Godin, will open with a Gala Preview Cocktail at 6:30pm – Futurism in Everyday Life: a will be held in the Community Gallery 1533 for more information. noted author and entrepreneur at 455 party on May 1 at 6pm. RSVP by calling panel discussion focused upon the appli- on the first floor of the Library. Tax -fil S. Broadway, Tarrytown. RSVP by calling 937-3800, ext. 353 or visit www.cpwest- cation of Futurism and its appearance in ers are advised to arrive early, as they will 23 997-6700, ext. 704. chester.org/designerevent.htm. design, music, cooking and other aspects meet with a tax advisor on a first-come, At 6:30pm, The Holocaust and Human of everyday life (registration is required); first-served basis. The TCE tax assistance Rights Education Center will hold their 18 SCORE is offering a workshop – Boot April 12 at 6:30pm – Cannelloni Golosi: program is free. Interested persons are Annual Benefit at the Mamaroneck The 22nd annual plant sale at Lasdon Camp for Start Ups – for entrepreneurs with Chef Instructor Franca D’Amico advised to bring copies of their 2012 tax Beach and Yacht Club. Honorees are Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memo- who want to start a new business on four (registration is required); April 18 at returns and whatever other tax related Board Members John P. “Sean” Coffey of rial, Route 35 in Somers, 2 miles west of Wednesday evenings starting April 3 at 6:30pm – An Italian Welfare League materials are needed to complete their Bronxville and Emily Cohen of Mama- Route 100 is open to the public on from 6:30pm at the Greenburgh Town Hall, Event (registration required); April 20 -- returns; the counselors will have the roneck. RSVP by calling, 696-0738. 9:30 to 3:30 pm. 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Shades of green were very much in evidence as New Rochelle “Be Great” Event Iona Grammar School in New Rochelle dedicated a dress down day to “Color for a Cause.” The cause was the Guadalupe Region- al Middle School, a tuition- free school conducted by the Congregation Chris- tian Brothers for gifted students from economi- cally challenged families near the Mexican border in Brownsville, Texas. The Iona students from kindergarten through eighth grade exchanged contributions for the privi- lege of sporting any of the green items found in their wardrobes. Left to right: Cynthia McManus; Sara Kandler, Rhonda Ashinoff, Kelli Galloway, Heather Brown, Dana Diersen Buehrer The Iona School and Joan Cornellier-Travers founded in 1919 will be On March 2nd, the Junior League of West- Rochelle restaurants, great music, and a lively re-uniting its grammar and chester on the Sound’s “SMART Girls” commit- crowd of attendees that danced the night away. prep school sections this tee was the recipient of the Boys & Girls Club The Junior League of Westchester on the fall to form Westchester’s 2013 “Be Great” award for its continued sup- Sound (JLWOS) is an organization of women only K-12 Catholic Acad- port of the Club’s Smart Moves Program. For committed to promoting voluntarism, devel- emy for Boys. Brother the past four years, the SMART Girls committee oping the potential of women and improving Thomas Leto, CFC, cur- has delivered engaging and educational work- the Sound Shore communities through the ef- rently President of Iona shops that have made an indelible impact on fective action and leadership of trained volun- Prep, will be the President young girls age 8-10. The committee members’ teers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and of the combined schools. hard work and support of the Boys & Girls Club charitable. Founded in 1950, JLWOS is celebrat- Mr. Joseph Blanco, assis- is another great representation of the League’s ing its 61 years of service to the Sound Shore tant headmaster at Iona commitment to positively impacting our sound community. JLWOS is comprised of women “Lucky and Charming” was the theme as Iona Grammar Kindergarten student pose Grammar will be the site shore community. The Pepe Mercedes Benz from Harrison, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New in green in support of the Guadalupe Regional Middle School sponsored by the administrator on the Gram- dealership in New Rochelle was the perfect Rochelle, Port Chester, Rye and Rye Brook. If Congregation of Christian Brothers in Brownsville, Texas. mar School campus. location for the event, decorated to the nines you are interested in joining or learning more and filled with amazing food from local New information visit www.jlwos.org. Please Join Us for a An Afternoon of Writers and Poets at Very Special Occasion New Rochelle Public Library On Sunday, March on 24, The Westchester Review, Accents the only literary journal of Westchester writers and poets, presented a reading by authors who were pub- Antiques lished in the 2013 issue. The reading took place at the New Rochelle Public Library, in the Ossie Da- 18th Anniversary vis Theater and Meeting Room. A reception fol- Celebration lowed. The event was free and open to the public. The readers were Thursday, April 18, 2013 Dylan Gilbert, Brendan Kiernan, Douglas Krohn, 6:00 to 8:00pm Michael Malone, Daphne Carter McKnight, Joan 125 Wolfs Lane, Motyka, Pete Reilly, Susan Pelham, NY 10803 Walton, and Fred Yannan- tuono. Standing (from left to right): Pete Reilly (Tompkins Cove), Brendan Kiernan (White FEATURING The next reading of Plains), Susan Walton (Bedford Hills), Dylan Gilbert (Hastings-on-Hudson), Fred The Westchester Review’s Dealer’s Showcase -- Special Discounts -- Raffles Yannantuono (Bronxville); Seated (L to R): Doug Krohn (Scarsdale), Michael Malone published authors will be Check Presentation to benefit Sound Shore (Hawthorne), Joan Motyka (Larchmont), Daphne Carter McKnight (Mt. Vernon). Saturday, April 13, at 7:00 (Photo Credit Amy Ralston Seife) Medical Center’s Department of Emergency Medicine pm, at The Village Book- Live Auction by Auctioneer Ron Gantz store, 10 Washington Avenue, Pleasantville. of Gantz Auction Galleries The editors welcome previously unpublished prose and poetry by established and emerging writers who have lived, worked, or studied in New York’s Westchester County. Submissions are All Proceeds Benefit Sound Shore Medical Center considered year-round. For submission guidelines and further information, go to www.westches- RSVP to Rita Borell terreview.com. The 2013 issue is available at shops in Bronxville, Larchmont, Pleasantville, Rye, Scarsdale, and Tarrytown, and through Amazon.com by April 15th by calling 914-365-3205 The editors of The Westchester Review are Stephanie Kaplan Cohen, Judith Naomi Fish, Light Refreshments Lesleigh Forsyth, Joan Motyka, and Amy Ralston Seife. The managing editor is Naomi L. Lipman, and JoAnn Duncan Terdiman is the publisher. 8 • April 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com County Executive Holds Town Hall Meeting Stressing Need for Economic Growth and Protecting Taxpayers By Stephen E. Lipken their own. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is aggres- A capacity crowd jammed sively withdrawing Commu- into Mamaroneck Town Hall nity Development Block Grants on Tuesday, March 19 to hear (CDBG) unless we yield to their County Executive Rob Astorino, demands. We are fighting this who emphasized his “3-P’s:” 1) in Federal Court. Protecting Taxpayers; 2) Preserv- “Westchester County is the ing Essential Services and 3) Pro- fourth most diverse county in moting Economic Growth. This New York State, tied with Man- is just one of the many munici- hattan with 22% Hispanics and palities that Astorino has visited. 56% increase in African-Amer- Astorino asserted that ican and Latino populations,” Westchester is the highest taxed Astorino stressed. county in America.“Too many Fielding a question wheth- seniors were at wits’ end, not er Tappan Zee Bridge was “safe,” being able to pay tax bills even Astorino replied that it was “safe though their mortgages were but obsolete,” needing to be re- paid off. Taxes went up 17% but placed with provisions for mass spending increased by 23%. We transit. have put the brakes on spend- Astorino mentioned that ing, reducing the budget from Playland will be developed by $1.8 million to $1.7 million this “Sustainable Playland,” a non- year. profit organization featuring a “In 2006, the Federal Gov- Great Lawn with free entertain- ernment sued Westchester ment; year-round restaurants; County for discrimination un- portable ice rink; mini water der the 1863 False Claims Act. park and indoor Field House. The County must provide 750 “County still owns Playland and units of affordable housing in 31 we will share their profits,” As- eligible communities. We had torino noted. to have 300 units by the end of Pointing proudly to his re- 2012; we already have 303. Yet cord for saving industries such the Federal Government is de- as PepsiCo and Master Card, manding that we do things not Astorino emphasized that he is in our contract, including forcing landlords to provide Section 8 vouchers. available to help the small business on Main Street as well. “Come in and talk to us about sales “The Federal Government accused Westchester County of having segregated and discrimina- taxes, and mortgage exemptions,” Astorino implored. tory zoning. We analyzed every single zoning code in Westchester County. Every community Astorino can be contacted at Facebook.com/robastorino; Twitter@robastorino or CE@west- has provisions for higher density housing. They have been constructing affordable housing on chestergov.com. Iona College Announces Honorees for 51st Annual Trustee Award Dinner The Board of Trustees of 2004, at the age of 36, he was is today. tablished a Real Time Crime Center, a state-of- Iona College has announced elected Managing Director of Raymond W. Kelly was appointed police the-art facility that uses data mining to search the honorees for its 51st An- Gibbons P.C., a 230-lawyer, commissioner of the City of New York by Mayor millions of computer records and put investiga- nual Trustee Award Dinner, full-service firm with offices Michael R. Bloomberg in January 2002, making tive leads into the hands of detectives in the scheduled Friday evening, in Newark and Trenton, NJ, Commissioner Kelly the first person to hold the field. April 12, 2013, at the Waldorf New York City, Philadelphia, post for a two, separate tenures. He also served In addition to being named Dateline NBC Astoria in New York City. The and Wilmington, DE.He is as police commissioner under Mayor David N. news correspondent in October 2012, Canning Board of Trustees of Iona Col- a nationally recognized law Dinkins from 1992 to 1994. also contributes to all platforms of NBC News, lege recently announced that firm leader who was high- In 2002, under Commissioner Kelly’s lead- including the Today show, NBC Nightly News Andrea Canning, Dateline lighted in 2010 by Law360 as ership, the NYPD became the first municipal and MSNBC. NBC news correspondent, will one of the nation’s most in- police department in the country to develop its Prior to joining NBC News, Canning act as Master of Ceremonies. novative managing partners. own counterterrorism bureau and global intel- served as an ABC News correspondent, where The 2013 Legacy Awards Mr. Dunican has been named ligence program. Commissioner Kelly also es- continued on page 10 will be given to Patrick C. Du- for three consecutive years nican Jr., Esq. ’88 and Mario to NJBIZ Magazine’s “Power J. Gabelli, CFA. In addition 100” list of the 100 most to the Legacy Awards, the In- powerful people in New Jer- augural Blessed Edmund Rice sey business. He is the Secre- Humanitarian Award will be Patrick C. Dunican Jr., Esq. tary of the New Jersey State presented to Commissioner Bar Foundation, a founding Raymond W. Kelly ’08H and the New York City member of the Irish American Bar Association “We shape our buildings, Police Department. of New Jersey and is on the Board of the New “Iona College and its Board of Trustees are Jersey Performing Arts Center and the Presi- honored to present the 2013 Legacy Awards to dent’s Council of Valley Hospital Foundation. and afterwards, our buildings shape us.” alumnus Patrick Dunican and our good friend Mr. Dunican lives in Ridgewood, N.J., with his — Winston Churchill Mario Gabelli,” said Iona College President wife, Christina, and his children, Morgan, age Joseph E. Nyre, Ph.D. “We are also pleased to 10 and Michael, age 8. announce the Inaugural Blessed Edmund Rice Mario J. Gabelli is Chairman, Chief Execu- Humanitarian Award, which will be given this tive Officer of GAMCO Investors, Inc., a New year to the New York City Police Department York Stock Exchange listed company that is a and its Commissioner, Raymond Kelly. 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Patrick C. Dunican Jr., earned his bachelor tutional broker-dealer. It has since grown into juliabfee.com Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated of arts degree from Iona College in 1988. In the diversified financial services corporation it www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview April 2013 • 9 Iona College Announces Honorees for 51st Annual Trustee Award Dinner Speed, Velocity and Design: continued from page 9 she covered the White House, Congress, the Su- Outdoor Auto Show preme Court and the Iraq War for ABC’s affili- ate news service, NewsOne. While at ABC News, Canning traveled the country covering a wide array of stories, ranging from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and the Casey Anthony case to her 2011 headline-making interview with ac- tor Charlie Sheen. In addition, Canning regularly reported on major crime stories and national tri- als for the network. During her time at ABC News, Canning contributed to Good Morning America, Night- line, World News With Diane Sawyer and 20/20, while regularly anchoring the early morning broadcasts, World News Now and America This Morning. In addition, Canning served as fill-in news reader for Good Morning America and fill- in anchor for the program’s weekend edition. Tickets to the event start at $1,000 with vari- ous levels of sponsorships available. Tickets at a preferred rate are available to members of the NYPD and Iona College young alumni, students, faculty, staff and administrators. Net proceeds of On Saturday, April 20, 2013 art becomes Speed, Velocity and Design: Futurism in Motion. The the event will be used for student scholarships. Outdoor Auto Show: The Influence of Futurism on Sport Design will be presented right in front For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Raymond W. Kelly of the Generoso Pope Building located in Depot Square, Tuckahoe. Ferrari, Maserati and Lambo- www.ionatrusteedinner.org or call Caitlin Coffey rghini are among some of the exclusive cars on display. The show celebrates the Italian Futurist’s at (914) 637-7781. contributions to design and creativity, encompassing a variety of products from automobiles to dinner plates. A large screen showing digital images from the Center’s current exhibit The Futurist Imagination, culinary workshops, tastings and demonstrations at the Westchester Italian Cultural Center will capture the spirit. See an extraordinary collection of the finest Italian vehicles, from the collection of “Wide World Ferrari” – located in Spring Valley, offering Ferrari customers a premium selection of new and pre-owned Ferraris, expert authorized service and exclusive Ferrari certified body repair. Lam- borghini, Alfa Romeo, and many more privately-owned collections will be showcased exclusively at the Westchester Italian Cultural Center. The day’s schedule is as follows: 1:00pm to 6:00pm -- Outdoor Classic Auto Display: Italian sports cars such as Ferrari, Maserati, and Lamborghini on display in Depot Square; 2:00pm to 4:45pm -- Sapori d’Italia culinary workshops, pasta, pizza and dolci, as well as tasting of Italian products to take place inside the Westchester Italian Cultural Center. Admission $25; 4:15pm to 5:00pm -- Musicians in the Piazza: a concert for all to enjoy while strolling through the square; 5:00pm -- Trophy Ceremony A panel of judges will rate the cars based on various characteristics. Trophies will be awarded to winners in each category and 5:30pm -- Closing Remarks For additional information about the show, programs and events and to register for the culi- nary workshops contact the Westchester Italian Cultural Center at 771-8700. League of Women Voters’ Feature Andrea Stewart-Cousins at April “Coffee & Conversation”

New York State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins will be the guest at the League of Women Voters’ Coffee and Conversation on Friday, April 19, from 9:30 am – 11:00 am in the New Rochelle Public Library’s Meet- ing Room. Ms. Cousins will share her insights on current issues being addressed in Albany and how they may impact New Rochelle residents. A Question and Answer session fol- lows. Andrea Stewart-Cousins was first elected to the New York State Senate in 2006. In 2012 she was re-elected to the redrawn district that includes Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Elmsford, Greenburgh, Hastings- on-Hudson, Irvington, Tarrytown and parts of Yonkers, White Plains, Scarsdale and New Rochelle. Ms. Stewart-Cousins was a member of the Westchester County Board of Legislators for more than a decade. Complimentary coffee and light breakfast fare will be served. For more information, call 632- 8254. New York State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins 10 • April 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com Exemption Filings Due May 1 Attention property owners: the annual deadline for filing any property tax exemptions including the following is May 1, 2013: • Basic Star dream • Senior Enhanced Star • Senior Citizen Aged- Limited Income • Disability- Limited Income • Veterans create All applications can be filed in the Assessor’s Office at New Rochelle City Hall, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801 during regular office hours Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. For more information call 654-2052 or visit on line at www.newrochelleny.com/assessor . inspire Alternate Side Suspension Ends, Yard Waste Collection Begins Alternate side of the street ger than 4 feet in length with a diam- side of Quaker Ridge Road to the parking restrictions have resumed eter of no more than 3 inches, tied Scarsdale border for those streets and portions of in bundles. DO NOT tie with fishing Thursday: From Eastches- streets subject to winter suspension line, tape or metal wire. ter Road, Beechmont Drive and from Jan. 1-March 31. A complete • Grass, twigs, leaves and other Barnard Road, both sides to the list can be found online at www. loose yard waste: Place in open con- south side of Quaker Ridge Road newrochelleny.com/DPW. tainers or biodegradable bags weigh- Friday: The area south of the To report potholes on any ing no more than 75 lbs. Metro North Railroad City streets call the City Manager’s • Logs, stumps, stones, dirt, When a holiday occurs on Office at 654-2140. fruit, seaweed, clumps of grass, treat- any of the collection days, Mon- The Department of Public ed wood chips, root balls, acorns day is the alternate collection day. Works, Bureau of Streets and High- and other large debris WILL NOT BE Please do not put yard waste out ways, have begun Yard Waste Col- COLLECTED and must be disposed for collection prior to the night be- lection. Residents are reminded of by the homeowner. fore the scheduled collection day. that in order to be collected, yard Collection days and areas are as Yard waste collection will waste must be placed at the curb follows: continue until the second Friday by 7:00 a.m. on the scheduled col- Tuesday: From the north side of in October. For further informa- lection day (6AM during summer the Metro North Railroad/New Ha- tion, visit www.newrochelleny. months) in accordance with the ven Line to Eastchester Road, Beech- com/DPW or contact the Yard following guidelines: mont Drive, and Barnard Road Waste and Fall Leaves 24 hour • Brush and branches: No lon- Wednesday: From the north hotline at 654-6510. WEBSITE Celebrate Spring with The Science Barge DESIGN The Science Barge, an more. 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Drum Corps and light refreshments. your way to powering light bulbs on the Its greenhouse is irrigated solely with Free walk-on tours will be held from 2 Energy Bike, and play with composting rainwater. The only fully-functioning LET SHORELINE CREATIVE INSPIRE YOU. PM to 6PM. red wiggler worms.A percentage of sales demonstration of renewable-energy- “When Groundwork took over the from any purchase will go to the Science supported food production in New York, operation of the Barge and moved it to Barge. Present a voucher or tell the ca- the Science Barge provides educational Yonkers in late 2008 we knew it would shier prior to making your purchase that programs for young people of all ages be a perfect fit with the redevelopment you are there for the bookfair. You can and hosts more than 8,000 visitors an- and greening of the Yonkers downtown also shop online at bn.com/bookfair be- nually. The Science Barge is a project of and waterfront,” commented Rick Mag- tween April 14 and 19 using Bookfair ID Groundwork Hudson Valley. It is located der, Groundwork’s Executive Director. 11058609. at 99 Dock Street, Yonkers. For more in- “The support and reception we have re- Enter for a chance to win prizes formation on these events visit: ground- CALL 914-738-7869 ceived over the past four years from the through our Bookfair Contest. Partici- workhv.org. New York Power Authority, Con Edison, pants with a purchase of $100 or more Article written by Molly Lindsay, a FOR COMPLETE DETAILS. Domino Sugar, the City of Yonkers, the will be eligible to receive a Nook HD or Yonkers resident and intern at Groundwork USDA, the business community, local a two hour venue rental for a Science Hudson Valley. She is a recent graduate of LIMITED TIME ONLY. schools, and the general public has been Barge party. 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Teens looking for an inexpensive way to get To do so, go to www.operationprom.org. a high-fashion dress or tuxedo to wear to their Contact D’Allacco with any questions at Info@ prom should sign up now so they can check out HelpProm.org or by phone at (914) 672-3070. the offerings in person from Operation Prom. Operation Prom is geared to helping In its 9th year, Operation Prom has helped teens from low-income households and those thousands of area teens by collecting and dis- who live in shelters or group homes attend tributing gently used (and sometimes unused) their prom at little or no cost. The Depart- dresses, as well as arranging for free tuxedo rent- ment of Social Services plays a vital role by als. connecting young women and men in their “Operation Prom is a great program,” said care with Operation Prom so that girls can County Executive Robert P. Astorino. “Westches- pick out a dress at one of the giveaways and ter County is pleased to continue to cosponsor boys can receive a free tuxedo rental from this program through our Department of Social Men’s Wear House. Services.” “Going to prom is an American rite of pas- The county helps publicize events, provides sage signifying the next step in life for young storage space for the gowns and allows the free people entering adulthood. Noel has made it use of the County Center for a dress giveaway. possible for teens to participate in prom,”said Noel D’Allacco, the founder of the program, Social Services Commissioner Kevin McGuire. said, “Operation Prom has given out 4,100 dress- Students must complete the application es and hundreds of tuxedos since its inception. form to attend the 2013 Dress Giveaway This year the first step in the process is digital. On Friday, Apr. 19, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Peek- Teens who may be interested in our help should skill DSS District Office, 750 Washington Street, fill out an application as soon as possible.” Peekskill.

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12 • April 2013 newrochellereview www.newrochellereview.com Put Your Accounts in Your Daughter’s Name -- What Could Go Wrong? Seniors are subjected to a constant drum- Ms. Block, 71, lives and still works as a payment came due, the property had dimin- sanction Medicaid fraud.” beat of advice: make sure you have no assets in nursing assistant in a small town. She and her ished in value to the point that she could not The bankruptcy judge, incidentally, also your own name, or you will lose them to the husband owned a pharmacy there, and sold refinance -- so she declared personal bank- completely dismissed the effect of the trust ar- nursing home. Transfer everything to your chil- their business to a large chain store ten years ruptcy. The question then became whether rangement established by Ms. Block’s daughter. dren to “protect” your assets. Sound familiar? ago, just before her husband’s death. The pro- her mother’s brokerage account was part of her The end result? Ms. Block’s life savings were Is it good advice? ceeds went into an account in their joint names, bankruptcy estate. swept into the bankruptcy proceeding to satisfy We usually counsel against such transfers. and were transferred to Ms. Block’s name upon The bankruptcy court ruled that yes, the her daughter’s investment losses. They are a bad idea for several reasons, but her husband’s death. account did belong to Ms. Block’s daughter. Al- The moral of this story is that if you are chiefly for these two reasons: Later in that same year, while visiting her though both women testified that they thought serious about wanting to protect your assets 1. Such transfers are not likely to work, daughter in New York, Ms. Block decided to put of the money as belonging to Ms. Block, and from the catastrophic cost of long-term care, it given the five-year look-back period for Medic- her entire life savings into a brokerage account that the daughter was just holding it in a sort is imperative that you consult with a certified aid eligibility. In other words, if you make such in her daughter’s name. The daughter’s Social of trust arrangement for her mother, the bank- elder law attorney who can guide you on the a transfer shortly before you go to the nursing Security number was listed on the account, the ruptcy court noted that Ms. Block had said she best course of action for you. home, you won’t be eligible for government as- daughter paid taxes on the income, and she transferred the money in order to make sure he Special thanks to Robert Fleming, Esq. of sistance with your long-term care costs for up was listed as the sole owner. Ms. Block did have had no assets and could qualify for Medicaid Tucson, Az. for bringing this story to our atten- to five years -- or even longer, in some cases. a debit card on the account, which she could if she ever needed it. Here is the bankruptcy tion. 2. Even if you successfully “protect” (and did) use to pay for purchases. judge’s telling analysis: Bernard A. Krooks, your assets from your own nursing home costs, In 2010, after the stock market dropped “After all, [Ms. Block and her daughter] ar- Esq., is a founding part- you have just subjected them to the recipient’s precipitously, Ms. Block’s daughter moved the gue, why would a woman who was advancing ner of Littman Krooks LLP creditors and claims. money into a new investment vehicle. She in years, nearing retirement and working for an and has been named a That second item was the one that cost paid over $18,000 for a complicated trust ar- hourly wage, give the entirety of her retirement “New York Super Lawyer” Deborah Block (not her real name) her entire rangement in order to protect the money from nest egg to her daughter? The answer lies in Ms. every year since 2006 and life savings. In 2002 Ms. Block transferred her creditors. Although she initially contacted the [Block]’s own testimony -- she wanted to re- one of the top 25 lawyers brokerage account, worth about $200,000, into purveyors of the trust instrument, she received move the funds from her own name and place in Westchester County. He her daughter’s name. Why would she do such documents for her mother’s signature from them into the name of her daughter, in order has been honored as one of thing? She later testified that it was because she them. The documents included a trust naming to be eligible for Medicaid and other publicly the Best Lawyers in New understood that she could not have any assets a third person as trustee, and a private annuity available benefits, should the need arise. Ms. York and America since in her own name if she later wanted to qualify agreement. [Block] can’t have it both ways -- she can’t part 2006. A past president of for Medicaid assistance with her long-term care Meanwhile, Ms. Block’s daughter was hav- with title for purposes of Medicaid eligibility, NAELA, SNA, a CELA, and a fellow of ACTEC, costs. She wanted to protect her money from ing trouble with her own investments. She and at the same time claim that she retained an Mr. Krooks may be reached at (914) 684-2100 or that possibility, and also from any “scammers” owned a piece of investment real estate with equitable title to the asset. To allow this kind of (212) 490-2020, or visit the firm’s website at www. who might try to talk her out of her funds. a second mortgage. When that loan’s balloon secret reservation of equitable title would be to littmankrooks.com. Kitchen & Bath Insider© - #150 Thinking Inside the Box It’s become so fashionable to think “outside the repetition of the “z” sound in “Lazy” and the “s” the box” that I thought this month we’d take a in “Susan”, to invent a memorable term for a clever look “inside the box” instead. I’m not referring to appliance. some imaginary constraints of Meanwhile, back inside the status quo but to the inte- the box. Roll-out trays are one rior of your kitchen cupboards, of the best solutions to increase naturally. Remember, a beauti- the efficiency of base (lower) ful cabinet is nothing without and pantry cabinets. By mak- functional innards, and, cabinet ing items easier to reach, it’s beauty is not only skin deep. easier to keep them organized. Whether you’re creat- And as we approach Social Se- ing a new dream kitchen from curity, even if there won’t be scratch, refacing your existing any money to collect, we’ll still cabinets or just modernizing appreciate not having to bend your existing domicile, there over, if we don’t have to. are many companies that offer There are also a variety of cabinet accessories to ease our shelves and racks that can be over-stressed existences. Think of the contentment attached to the doors of the wall (upper) cabinets. that you would derive if everything in the kitchen (In a retrofit, you may have to trim the depth of the did have an actual place. shelves for these to fit). Spices, among other items, Rev-A-Shelf (www.rev-a-shelf) and Knape & can be removed from your counters and finally be Volte (www.knapeandvolte.com) are the two big- put away. If you are creative, you can end up with gest suppliers of accessories for both new cabinets a place for everything, thus making your cupboards and aftermarket needs. Assuming you have access to beautiful, both inside and out. the Internet, visit their web-sites. Rev-A-Shelf refers Finally, many thanks to those who have called to these products as “necessaries” which are “acces- or sent e-mails regarding the last several articles. I al- sories that are considered necessary for the organiza- ways love to hear from you, and remember: There is tion and function of your kitchen”. Both companies no such thing as a stupid question! My apologies to manufacture shelving units, garbage pull-outs and those whose calls I haven’t yet returned. Occasion- the ubiquitous lazy Susan. ally, I do have to spend some time making a living, As an historical note, the “Lazy Susan” was first but I’ll do my best to get in touch with you when written about in Vanity Fair magazine in 1917. How- time allows. ever, these revolving serving trays have been around Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., C.R., is since the 1700s and were originally referred to as president of DreamWork Kitchens, “dumbwaiters.” (Today, in America, the term dumb- Inc. located in Mamaroneck, New waiter refers to a small elevator, although in England, York. A Master of Design (Pratt [where they use the metric system], lazy Susans are Institute), and E.P.A. Certified Re- still called dumbwaiters). modeler, he serves on the Advisory Many linguists believe that “Susan” was simply Panel of Remodeling Magazine. A a common maid’s name, and that the term “lazy member of the National Kitchen & Susan” was a derogatory reference to a lethargic ser- Bath Assoc., he is also a contribu- vant, who walked around in circles. More likely, the tor to Do It Yourself magazine. 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Enrique Chagoya, Demián Flores, Rubén Museum admission, unless otherwise The 300 enthusiastic guests Ortiz-Torres, and Nadín Ospina, and a specified. gathered to celebrate the accomplish- grand daylong celebration which is free Sunday, April 28, 1:00–4:00 pm ments of this year’s honorees: New and open to the public. (The Museum Public Opening Celebration of Mu- Rochelle resident, Birdie Stein and had been closed for ten months during seum and Pre-Columbian Remix the Rotary Club of New Rochelle. extensive HVAC renovation work.) Free Latin jazz; white wine sangria; em- Stein was honored for her efforts on admission with tours of the exhibition, panadas, salsa, crab cakes, vegetable bur- the Friends Board, including serving Latin jazz, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and ac- ritos, and more! Pre-Columbian Remix as home selection vice chair for the tivities for the entire family are planned curator Patrice Giasson and the artists will annual New Rochelle House Tour. for opening day. be in attendance. Family activities occur The Rotary Club members were hon- The memory of pre-Columbian cul- throughout the afternoon. Admission ored as Community Volunteers, espe- tures, of its icons and myths, is ever pres- and refreshments are free. cially their direct support for SSMC’s ent throughout Latin America. In fact, in Wednesday, May 1, 4:45–8:00 pm Coat Drive for the Outpatient Pediat- most Latin American countries, the very Neu First Wednesdays: Pre-Colum- ric Clinic patients, the Diabetes Cen- Left to right: The evening’s emcee Frank Bernabei holds the City of New Rochelle Proclamation; idea of Pre-Columbian heritage (indige- bian Sacrifice Remix (Devotional Altar) ter and an annual blood drive for the New Rochelle resident and Honoree Birdie Stein; Rotary Club of New Rochelle President, Ray nous culture exclusive benefit of SSMC patients – Benanato; and President and CEO of Sound Shore Medical Center John R. Spicer before Euro- now in its 36th year. pean coloni- Each honoree was thanked for zation) has their community service, dedication Shore Medical Center. Each year the Auction with premier packages–in- been a strat- to Sound Shore Medical Center and recipients of this prestigious award cluding a trip to anywhere in the egy to rein- their long-standing commitment are selected for their good works that US for two, golf foursomes, sporting force nation- to improving the quality of life for exemplify the humanitarianism and event tickets, artwork, home accesso- al unity. But residents of the greater Sound Shore spirit of this extraordinary woman. ries, and specialty items. This year’s this trend is region. The event location was punctu- event enjoyed a heightened level of being chal- The Friends established this ated with floral arrangements, cour- excitement with the use of BidPal. lenged by event to honor the legacy of Marie F. tesy of Westchester Floral Decorators Real-time electronic bidding and do- four leading Vitt, SSMC’s former Chairman of the located in Pelham. The visual back- nations punctuated the evening and Latin Ameri- Board of Governors, who is remem- drop provided the perfect accompani- enlivened the event. The proceeds can artists, bered for her volunteerism, spirit ment for celebrating the accomplish- from the evening will benefit Sound whose work of philanthropy and commitment ments of these community leaders. Shore Medical Center’s Emergency is the fo- to her community as well as Sound The Vitt celebration included a Silent Services Department. cus of the exhibition Pre-Columbian Remix, on view at the Underground video, music, and Neuberger Museum of Art, from April 28 performance artist group Sonido Apo- New Rochelle Art Association through July 14, 2013. kalitzin visit the Neuberger Museum By fusing ancient Aztec, Mayan from Mexico City to perform with Pur- or Incan art forms with pop-culture im- chase College student musicians and Award Show at Library agery in an ironic and often humorous dancers for an all-out party, celebrat- The 33rd manner, the artists address present day ing the re-opening of the Museum and Annual Der- concerns relating to universal themes of the exhibition Pre-Columbian Remix. mot Gale Award consumption, corruption, and globaliza- Witness a neo-mambo performance in Show, sponsored tion. The result is an engaging, provoca- the flesh: dj/vj artists live-mix videos by the New Ro- tive, twenty-first century composite por- of contemporary Mexican and pre- chelle Art Asso- trait. Re-mixed, and renewed, the past Columbian life, and dancers perform to ciation, will be becomes accessible under very different live music, creating an experience that featured in the perspectives. can’t be replicated. Admission and re- Lumen Winter “By re-mixing elements from differ- freshments are free. Gallery of the ent times and places in novel ways, the Thursday, May 2, 7:00 pm New Rochelle work of the artists presented here offers Art Comes to the Street: Sonido Public Library a new reading of history,” notes Patrice Apokalitzin and Joanquín Barriendos in from April 8th Giasson, curator of the exhibition. “The Conversation to April 28th, past is not conceived as a long narrative Join Mexico-City based perfor- during regular of successive events in time but rather as mance artist group Sonido Apokalitzin library hours. something integrated into the present. and Joaquín Barriendos, a professor in The show is open This allows the artists to inscribe their the Department of Latin American and to all exhibit- own time and concerns into the histori- Iberian Cultures at Columbia University, ing members cal framework.” and exhibition catalgoue essayist, in a of the Associa- Pre-Columbian Remix, features conversation about urban culture and tion, with a cash more than 90 works of art, including society in contemporary Mexico. Open prize in Dermot stone sculptures, lithographs, large-scale to the public. Gale’s name to paintings, platinum and cyanotype Sunday, May 5, 2:00 pm be awarded for prints, and a monumental outdoor inflat- Commemorate Cinco de Mayo best two-dimensional work in the able sculpture, on loan from different lo- with a special tour most notably a series of oil paint- nity.” The Association sponsored show. A prize will also be awarded cations in the Americas (Bogotá, Mexico Join as they commemorate this ings of New Rochelle’s historic its first annual juried show to cel- for best in show. Ribbons will be City, San Diego, New Jersey, New York). historical day with a special docent-led buildings for the Art Association’s ebrate the opening of the commu- awarded for outstanding entries in The works are by Enrique Chagoya, tour around its cultural significance as Bicentennial Landmark Exhibit. nity’s new library, then located on all media. Demián Flores, Rubén Ortiz Torres, and reflected in the artworks included in Pre- Since its informal inception Main Street near Pintard Avenue. The Dermot Gale Memorial Nadín Ospina. Columbian Remix. in 1912, the New Rochelle Art As- Today, by promoting and broad- Award was established by his fami- Support for Pre-Columbian Remix Reservations are required due to sociation has included among its ening the awareness of the arts in ly after his death in 1980. Mr. Gale is provided by the Friends of the Neuber- space limitations. Art in Dialogue takes membership many talented and the community, and the world at was an active exhibiting member ger Museum of Art, and ArtsWestchester, place after the galleries are closed to the internationally known painters, large, the Association continues its of the New Rochelle Art Associa- with support from Westchester County public. illustrators and sculptors. The or- mission. By carrying out the pre- tion for nearly 40 years, serving Government. Additional funding is pro- The Neuberger Museum of Art ganization set formal goals among cepts set up by its founding mem- terms as both president and pro- vided by Krytzia and Eugenio Minvielle, is located at 735 Anderson Hill Road in which were to “set an educational bers, the NRAA continues to bring gram chairman. He produced a the Alex Gordon Estate, and the Mexican Purchase. Call 914-251-6100 for more standard in the Fine Arts and pro- beauty, art, and quality of life to volume of work in his lifetime, Cultural Institute of New York. information mote interest in art in the commu- everyone associated with it. www.shorelinepub.com newrochellereview April 2013 • 15 CONNECTICUT · WESTCHESTER, NY · MASSACHUSETTS · RHODE ISLAND

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