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Don’t miss the opportunity to see this 4,097 sq. ft. brick and stucco The “Clock Tower” house is an easily recognized landmark in Pelham, residence with a dramatic double height entrance foyer, a spectacular just steps from the train station, shops and restaurants. Beautifully semicircular dining room/great room and luxurious custom kitchen. renovated and decorated, this 5 bedroom, 4 bath home features a The breathtaking master suite and finished lower level are just some gorgeous living room with fireplace, an adjoining music room, tray of the other special features of this unique property! $1,499,000 ceiling dining room and well-designed kitchen. $1,399,000

So conveniently located, this 1939 Heights Tudor is just 3 blocks from Charming details best describes this 1933 stucco Tudor with a the Metro North and one block from the Colonial Elementary School. slate roof, wide plank hardwood flooring, leaded glass windows, The spacious foyer leads to an inviting living room with built-in book- 2 fireplaces, carved moldings and delicate plaster relief work in cases and a generous fireplace. The sunroom currently used as both the living room and dining room. The second floor has updated a home office and TV room runs the full depth of the house. The baths and the basement has been finished for extra living space. second floor offers a master suite plus 3 bedrooms and a hall bath $800,000 and the third floor is perfect for an au pair or guests. $1,275,000

Just listed, this Chester Park 1909 Colonial offers a well-maintained This often admired 1860, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath Colonial is one of home with high ceilings and a wonderful floor plan. The living room Pelham’s landmark homes. Some of the special features include and dining room with bay windows lead into an eat-in kitchen, laun- original doors and clapboard siding. The many details have been dry and ½ bath. The second floor offers 3 bedrooms and a hall bath. lovingly maintained and updated preserving its historic appeal. The third floor has 2 more rooms and there is a finished basement $498,000 with separate entrance. $562,500 207 Wolfs Lane, Pelham, NY 10803 www.mcclellansir.com [email protected] 738-5150 www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 3 Environment Key Theme at Village Board Meeting BY STEPHEN E. LIPKEN Mutti noted. “Plantings will honor the late eted, they would come after or John Moran, Wolfs Lane Deli owner.” Checks fire their contractors. The environment appeared to be the can be made out to Pelham Garden and Pres- Finally, Lynda B. DiMen- prevalent topic at the Tuesday, May 20 Village ervation Society. Mutti later unfurled a banner na, United Water Manager of of Pelham Board of Trustees meeting. Trustee with Mayor Tim Cassidy, marking re-certifica- Operations proposed instal- Joseph Senerchia reported that bids opened tion of the Village with National Arbor Day lation of replacement water on the Third Street Drain were higher than Foundation as a Tree City USA Member. valves on Third and Fifth Av- expected and that Village is seeking county Jamie Weyndling scored leaf blowers, “an enues which will download funding. egregious cause of noise and air pollution. on e-mail or to wireless carrier Senerchia pointedly reminded residents There are ordinances in place flouted by con- water flow pressure, leak detec- to obey traffic rules when dropping off or pick- tractors. How can we enforce this?” Yamuder tion and where water is going. ing up their children, especially speeding. “You replied that it is enforced by Police Department, Pelham voters approved a may have noticed that there is a Police pres- “with a warning first, then stiffer penalties; ulti- $69.4 million Education Bud- ence at Colonial and Hutchinson Elementary mately revoking contractors’ County licenses.” get by a vote of 715 to 135 on Schools. A crossing guard was hit by a car last Cassidy noted that if homeowners were tick- May 20. week outside of Hutchinson School. Police are Village of Pelham Trustee Susan Mutti working overtime and neighbors who are the culprits are paying these officers to do this job.” Trustee Susan Mutti stated that the Shade Tree Committee of the Pelham Garden and Preservation Society (PGPS) held a “popup fund raiser,” funding planting of ten trees plus hedg- es, approved by the School Board. “PGPS raised $8,000; our goal is $10,000”

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LIPKEN Councilman Timothy Case announced that Receiver of Taxes John Nesi will receive the Democrats and an Outpouring Village of Pelham Trustee Susan Mutti ap- Marshall Award from the Recreation Commis- peared at the Monday, May 5 Pelham Town sion in a ceremony at the Town House on Mon- Council meeting to invite the public to view day, June 9 at 7:00 p.m. The award was named of Community Support the Village’s “Governmental Table” at the Sat- for Dr. John Marshall (1936-1980), noted ath- State Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein recently urday, June 7 Town Street Fair at 10:00 a.m. on lete, sports doctor, veterinarian and Pelham res- launched his reelection bid in a backyard in Morris Fifth Avenue. ident since 1971 who perished ina small plane Park, the neighborhood where he grew up and cur- “This table will show the scope of each crash en route to Lake Placid Winter Olympics. rently resides. He received resounding endorsements Board. The Town is often blamed for every- The Marshall Award is presented to an in- from key Bronx Democratic elected officials and ral- thing when there are really lines of demarca- dividual who has made a special contribution- lied support from over a hundred local business lead- tion with three Boards and three election cy- to Pelham Recreation or Recreation-sponsored ers, neighborhood activists, community members cles,” Mutti explained. “We are shopping for programs. and residents. a web designer who will put everything on a Pelham Town Supervisor Peter DiPaola “You have put your trust in me and you are who chart.” mentioned that a new Gazebo will be delivered I fight for everyday. Having the chance to make a dif- “The chart explains what each govern- in time before Memorial Day and thanked John ference in your lives has made me the person I am ment does,” Pelham Town Supervisor Peter Cassone for his ongoing efforts promoting ren- and I want to spend the next 20 years doing the very DiPaola added. “If a Village tree is down, do ovations of Joseph A. Trotta Park, dedicated on same thing,” said Senator Klein, who has represented not call the Town; however Town handles taxes Sunday, May 18th. the area for two decades first as an Assemblyman and and assessments.” Earlier, Supervisor DiPaola requested a Mo- currently as a State Senator. Mutti went on to say that the Chamber of ment of Silence for Constable Terence Brown, “We’ll keep fighting, keep growing, keep getting Commerce is sponsoring the Street Fair on its 40 who died in his sleep over the weekend. stronger and make our neighborhoods and New York own without an outside company. “We want- “The Yonkers Police had to break in and his better than they’ve ever been,” Klein added. ed to give Pelham merchants more attention, television was still playing. Our hearts go out At the event, Klein received endorsements from making it more ‘Pelham-centric.’” to his family.” Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.; Bronx Dem- ocratic County Committee Chairman Assemblyman Carl Heastie; several Assembly and Council Members Uniformed Firefighters Association endorses Klein former Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer and State Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein was en- the Uniformed Firefighters Association and I will former Council Member June M. Eisland. State Senator Jeff Klein dorsed by the Uniformed Firefighters Associa- continue to support them as they protect New tion (UFA), which represents “New York City’s York City’s hardworking families,” Klein said. Bravest” firefighters, fire marshals, marine engi- The UFA joins a growing number of en- neers, pilots and wipers. dorsements including the Retail, Wholesale The U.S. Supreme Court Upholds “State Senator Jeff Klein is a proven leader, and Department Store Union, the Transporta- a staunch advocate for public safety and the tion Workers Union Local 100, Plumbers Union the Uninterrupted and Uncensored needs of our city and state’s first responders, as Local 1, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz well as being a long-time friend to New York Jr., Bronx County Democratic Party Chairman Practice of Prayer before City’s Firefighters. New York City Firefighters Assemblyman Carl Heastie, former Bronx Bor- and the Uniformed Firefighters Association are ough President Fernando Ferrer, former Coun- Governmental Meetings proud to endorse Senator Jeff Klein for reelec- cilwoman June Eisland, Assembly Members Mi- tion, “said UFA President Stephen Cassidy. chael Benedetto, Marcos Crespo, Mark Gjonaj The UFA is the largest firefighters union in and Luis Sepulveda and Council Members the world. James Vacca, Annabel Palma, Ritchie Torres and “I’m honored to receive the endorsement of Vanessa Gibson. PMHS Students Win at the World’s Largest Science Fair ...continued from page 1 tive locales, which for the Pelham students was rological disorders and decreased fertility from their first place win at the Westchester Science common household projects, ranging from and Engineering Fair. children’s pajamas to furniture. They have Steven Beltecas, PMHS Research teacher been able to contain the chemicals in their re- and advisor, said, “I am very proud of these search. The next step is to see how well the pro- two students who did outstanding research and cess will work on commercial products. That were able to share this incredible opportunity research will begin this summer at the Israel with students from around the world who also Chemical Limited, a chemical engineering lab are committed to finding solutions to sustain- in Arsdley. ability problems.” Christin and T.J. said they enjoyed their Christin and T.J.’s research project was trip to Houston and as Christin said, “Hard on The Immobilization of Phosphorus-based work pays off.” They thanked Mr. Beltecas for Flame Retardants Using Halloysite Nanotubes. his guidance in developing their presentation, They said the goal is to prevent the release of which they did for seven different judges at chemicals known to cause thyroid cancer, neu- ISWEEP.

The Liberty Institute applauds the United and required by the First Amendment.” States Supreme Court’s 5-4 ruling reaffirming This past year, Liberty Institute filed a brief the constitutionality of prayer before govern- in Galloway v. Town of Greece, on behalf of mental meetings. As a result of the High Court’s several distinguished theologians and scholars, decision, the practice of praying before govern- supporting a request for the High Court to rule mental meetings that began even before the in favor of the constitutionality of legislative opening prayer of the First U.S. Congress will prayer. continue uncensored and uninterrupted in Liberty Institute General Counsel Jeff Ma- states, cities, and towns throughout the nation. teer said, “In today’s decision, the Supreme A copy of the Supreme Court ruling is available Court made it clear that Americans have every on the Liberty Institute website at: www.liberty- right under the First Amendment to pray public- institute.org/file/Galloway.pdf ly before governmental meetings in whichever “We are thankful that the U.S. Supreme way they so choose—and without censorship. Court affirmed the constitutionality of the As a result, states, cities, and towns all across practice of opening governmental meetings America may continue their practice of opening in prayer, as our founders did over 200 years their governmental meetings with prayer.” ago,” said Kelly Shackelford, President and CEO Liberty Institute is a nonprofit legal group of Liberty Institute. “Saying prayers at govern- dedicated to restoring and defending religious mental meetings will remain uninterrupted liberty across America. Visit www.LibertyInsti- and uncensored as intended by our Founders tute.org for more information. www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 5 Astorino Pledges 5th Straight Budget with

neighborhood revitalization, sidewalk im- The taxi service saves the county money, al- No Tax Increase provements and affordable housing. most $500,000 since it started because taxis “Instead of being held up by the whims are significantly cheaper than traditional Para- Westchester County Executive Robert P. of Washington, Westchester can move forward Transit vans. It also provides participants a Astorino delivered an optimistic and strong independently and do the right thing for our potentially more convenient choice for their message in his annual State of the County ad- communities,” Astorino said. “Most impor- transportation needs. Astorino announced dress, stating that Westchester was “moving in tant, it will remove the stranglehold that HUD that the taxi service will be expanded to Yon- the right direction” as a result of strong col- has been using in its attempt to dismantle our kers in June. laboration inside and outside county govern- local zoning.” Astorino lauded the county’s ongoing ment and a constant focus on the things that Following a harsh winter that wreaked Safer Communities initiative. Launched in matter most to residents – protecting taxpay- havoc on local roads, Astorino declared a “war response to the Newtown tragedy, Safer Com- ers, preserving essential services and promot- on potholes” by setting aside $25 million over munities has built partnerships and collabora- ing economic growth. the next five years for a new initiative called tive efforts between health and mental health For the fifth straight year, Astorino the “County Road and Bridge Urgent Restora- professionals, law enforcement, school officials pledged not to increase the county property tion Program.” Astorino said there was great and county government to prevent violence in tax levy. Astorino has either cut, or held flat, damage done to county roads and that while our communities and schools. To date, there the tax levy each year he has been in office. the Department of Public Works was out every have been eight forums and initiatives to edu- In the five years prior to Astorino taking office day fixing potholes on county roads; a greater cate and collaborate on how to treat the root the tax levy was increased by 17 percent. urgency was needed to fix roads and bridges causes of violence. Such initiatives focused on: “The payoff for taxpayers is that we have this spring and in the future. looking at the connection between school ab- remained true to our word,” Astorino said. Another new initiative was the creation senteeism and youth crime and violence; being “We promised tax relief and we’re delivering of the Immigrant Services Liaison position. able to recognize mental illness warning signs it.” Astorino tapped Katherine Delgado, his Depu- in kids and what to do next; and developing Astorino added that he has approached ty Chief of Staff, to assume the additional du- proper communications and protocols when county finances for the past four years with ties of serving as a point of contact with local responding to a crisis in school. Astorino said the goal of striking the right balance between Despite the progress, HUD continues to groups and helping new immigrants navigate thousands have participated and that the popu- what’s nice to have and what’s really needed withhold federal block grants – most of the government bureaucracy in seeking assistance lar and successful initiative continues. – the same approach applied by every house- money designated for communities that are with county services. She will also work with Other initiatives included efforts to in- hold in Westchester. not part of the settlement – to use as leverage immigrants looking to start new businesses. crease after-school science programs, Tele- “If our seniors must live within their to force the county to sue its local communi- Astorino touted the county’s economic health Intervention programs for seniors and means, if our young families must live with- ties to dismantle local zoning. Astorino has progress and pledged to continue future eco- several expanded environmental programs. in their means, if our recent graduates must steadfastly refused. Eight studies by the county nomic growth by fostering: broader municipal Astorino concluded by discussing what live within their means,” he said, “then their and one by the federal monitor assigned to the cooperation; improved mass transit and tran- he called the “elephant in the room,” his deci- county government can and must do it as settlement found no evidence of exclusionary sit-oriented development; and tighter links be- sion to run for governor, which he said was well.” zoning based on race or ethnicity. tween local colleges and businesses for intern- based on the fact that he could make a posi- The “progress is phenomenal” is how “Two facts are irrefutable,” Astorino said. ship and job opportunities. tive difference for both Westchester and New he described the county’s efforts to meet the “Westchester is ahead of schedule in meeting Last year, the county’s ParaTransit vans York State. terms of the settlement with the United States its obligations to have 750 units of affordable made more than 220,000 trips around the “I am hoping to bring to Albany what Department of Housing and Urban Develop- housing built in the settlement’s 31 communi- county taking 5,500 disabled residents to jobs, has worked successfully in Westchester, and ment (HUD) to build 750 units of affordable ties, and that progress would not be possible school and other appointments. The program nothing will help Westchester more than a housing. To date all 31 communities in the if the local zoning in those communities did was expanded last year to include taxi service state government that is accountable and lives settlement have identified potential projects, not allow it.” in New Rochelle, White Plains and Peekskill. within its means,” Astorino said. 403 units have financing in place, 385 units To solve the impasse with HUD, Astorino have building permits, and 175 units are al- proposed that the county create its own com- ready occupied. Astorino thanked all the local munity block grant program. The $5 million communities for their cooperation and efforts. county initiative would cost each household “Although it falls on deaf ears at HUD ev- in Westchester about $1 a year and would re- ery time we mention it,” Astorino said. “West- place the funds HUD has been withholding chester County supports affordable housing.” from local communities for projects, such as Bicycle Sundays Kicks Off 40TH Season Con Edison, Friends of Parks sponsor Westchester County’s popular Bi- cycle Sundays kicked off its 40th season along the Bronx River Parkway on May 5th, with cycling enthusiasts of all ages participating. The program has contin- ued thanks to the generous financial support from Con Edison and Friends of Westchester County Parks, donat- ing $20,000 each. The public private partnership was established by County Executive Robert P. Astorino in 2012, Left to right: Joseph V. Apicella, Friends of Westchester County Parks in order to maintain this long running and beloved program while reducing board member; Judy Matson, Friends board member; Elizabeth the county tax levy for residents. Bracken-Thompson, former Friends of Westchester County Parks During Bicycle Sundays, a portion board chair; Kathleen O’Connor, Westchester County Parks Commis- of the Bronx River Parkway is closed to sioner; Jane Solnik, Director of Public Affairs in Westchester for Con cars for the exclusive use of bicyclists, Edison and Friends board member; John Kirkpatrick, Friends board joggers, walkers, scooters and strollers. member; Joanne Fernandez, Friends board chairperson; Joseph A. The course runs from the Westchester Stout, Friends executive director; Kevin J. Plunkett, Westchester Deputy County Center in White Plains, south County Executive; Mark S. Tulis, Marlane Amelio and Larry Wilson, to Scarsdale Road in Yonkers, a round- Friends board members. trip of 13.1 miles. There are many points of entry and exit along the way. Parking is available at the County Center lot in White Plains for a fee of $5. Bicycle Sundays continue June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; and September 7, 14, 21 and 28. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, Bicycle Sundays will be cancelled. For cancellation information, call the County Center at (914) 995-4050 or go to countycenter.biz. Bicycle Sundays, sponsored by Con Edison and Friends of Westchester County Parks, is presented by Westchester County Parks. Additional support is provided by 100.7 WHUD radio. To learn more, visit www/westchestergov.com/parks or call (914) 864-PARK. 6 • June 2014 • The Pelham Post www.thepelhampost.com June 2014 Calendar of Events

At its season finale on Sunday, June 15th at 3pm, the Westchester Philharmonic, The Bronxville Pops presents the 2014 FREE Concert Series on The Pelham Chamber of Commerce and the Village The Concert Hall at The Performing Arts Center, Purchase College, 735 Anderson July 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 8m on The Great Lawn in front of The of Pelham will hold their Annual Street Fair on June Hill Road, Purchase will present two young, ground-breaking artists, conductor Ryan Bronxville High School at Pondfield Road & Midland Avenues. 7 from 10am to 5pm on Fifth Avenue from First to McAdams and violinist Tai Murray. Tickets holders can also enjoy a free pre-concert Bring a blanket, chair, wine & cheese. Call 325-1819 with Lincoln Avenues featuring food, vendors, free rides discussion at 2 pm with McAdams, Murray, and Executive and Artistic Director Joshua questions or email [email protected]. and family entertainment. Call 738-6705 for more Worby. A free open rehearsal will be held in The Concert Hall at 11 am. Children and information. families welcome. To purchase all tickets and for additional information call the West- UPCOMING Heights: U-Pick Vegetables – Saturdays Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Route chester Philharmonic Box Office at 682-3707 ext. 10 or visit www.westchesterphil.org The annual Bronxville Spring Sidewalk 10am – 4pm (weather permitting – 35, Cross River will hold a Warbler Sale will take place Friday, June 6, and check website before you come); Spin Walk. Call 864-7322 for details. Saturday, June 7! Bargains galore, plus & Knit – June 1, 11am – 1pm, Building a fun Street Fair on Saturday along Park A., groups.yahoo.com/group/Hanover- At 2pm, Marshlands Conservancy, Bos- Place. SpinKnitIn/; Jam Making – June 7, ton Post Road (Route 1), Rye will take 2pm – 4pm, Barn F, brownpapertickets. a hike entitled “Rockin’ Geology”. For The following events will take place com/event/679600; Father’s Day Hike additional information, call 835-4466. at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Around Hilltop Hanover – June 14, Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx: 10am – noon, Main Office; Couples At 2pm, Cranberry Lake Preserve, Old June 5 from noon to 2pm – Spring Lun- Cooking with Karen Muendell – June Orchard Street, North White Plains will cheon (RSVP to 718-885-1461); June 6 20, 7pm, Barn F., brownpapertickets. hold a Snapshot Nature Hunt (bring from 5:30 to 8:30pm – First Friday! Mu- com/event/571710; Kids Cooking – Sat- camera). Call 428-1005 for details. sic & Trolley with Kelly and the Herma- urday June 21, 1pm – 3:30pm, Barn F., nos; June 7 & 8 an June 14 from noon brownpapertickets.com/event/661954; 8 to 4pm – New York Path through His- Wild Edibles Dinner – Friday June Pelham Jewish Cener, 451 Esplanade, tory Weekends; June 7 at 3pm – Owls 27, 5pm – 7pm, Barn F., brownpap- Pelham will hold a Community Wide and Falcons and Skunks, Oh My!; June ertickets.com/event/594408; Herbal Tag Sale from 9am to 2pm, featuring 15 from 1 to 3pm – Take Me Out to Salves Workshop – Saturday June 28, electronics, TV’s, furniture, bedding, On June 25, beginning with cocktails at 6:30pm, the Westchester Coalition for Legal the Ball Game 1864, celebrate Father’s 1 – 2:30pm, Barn F., brownpapertickets. cookware, clothing and more. Call 738- Abortion “Choice Matters” presents a presentation entitled, “Choice Under Assault – Day with a “baseball match”; and June com/event/679605; and Spice it Up! 6008 for details. Honoring Defenders of Women’s Rights Here and Abroad”, honoring Elahe Sharifpour- 19 at 7:30pm – Local Author Spotlight Vegan Cooking Workshop – Saturday Hicks, Esq. and the Honorable Bill Ryan with special guest Eric T. Schneiderman at with Susan Deland discussing her book June 28, 1 – 4pm, Barn F., brownpap- 16 the Scarsdale Women’s Club, 37 Drake Road, Scarsdale. RSVP by calling 946-5363 “Spectacular Bond: Reaching the Child ertickets.com/event/679615. Call 962- ArtsWestchester will sponsor their An- with Autism”. To register or for com- 2368 or visit hilltophanoverfarm.org nual Golf Tournament at Wykagyl or visit choicematters.org. plete details, call 718-885-1461 and for additional information. Country Club, North Avenue, New visit bpmm.org Rochelle. Call 428-4220, ext. 326 to at- The following events will be held at Las- tend. Westchester County Parks presents the don Arboretum, Route 35, Katonah: All following Heritage Festivals: June 1 from About Herbs – Friday, June 6, 10:30am – 21 noon to 7pm – Albanian-American noon, registration required at 886-5108 From 10am to noon, GiGi’s Playhouse Heritage Celebration at Kensico Dam or [email protected]; The Hy- will host an information event at Vil- in Valhalla; June 14 from noon to 6pm pertufa Pot – Saturday, June 7, 10:30am lage Lutheran Church and Chapel – Asian-American Heritage Celebration – noon, pre-registration required at School, 172 White Plains Road, Bronx- at Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla; June 22 886-5108 or carolinesgardens@aol. ville featuring food, raffles and fun for from noon to 7pm – African-American com; Tour of the Main House – Sun- the whole family, as well as a lot of in- Heritage Celebration at Kensico Dam day, June 8, 2pm, reservations required formation about the programming that Plaza, Valhalla and June 29 from noon at 864-7264; Children’s Adventures in are offered through GiGi’s playhouse. to 6pm – Irish-American Heritage Cel- Horticulture – Friday, June 13, 10:30 For more information about the event ebration at Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale. – 11:30am Also 6/27, pre-registration please email us at Westchester@gigis- For the entire list or more information, required at 886-5108 or carolinesgar- playhouse.org. call 864-PARK or visit parks.westches- [email protected] and Miniature Terrarium tergov.com Workshop – Friday, June 20, 10:30am – 22 noon, pre-registration required at 886- From 11:30am to 3pm, the Hartsdale Online registration is now being ac- 5108 or [email protected]. For Pet Cemetery, 75 N. Central Avenue, cepted for Westchester County’s Learn- more information, go to westchstergov. Hartsdale. Puppies, kittens, dogs, cats to-Swim program at Tibbetts Brook Park com/parks or call 864-7268. and bunnies from several local animal in Yonkers and Saxon Woods Pool in shelters and rescue groups will be avail- White Plains. The program offers swim- JUNE able for adoption. For more informa- ming lessons for all ages and ability 5 tion, call Shelter Pet Alliance at 837- City Center at White Plains (Inner Courtyard) will hold the following concerts from levels from toddlers to senior citizens New York State Senator George Latimer 6205. 6:30 to 8:30pm -- June 19 -- Choral Pleasure: from SUNY Purchase, 16-member according to American Red Cross guide- and Assemblywoman Amy Paulin will a capella group; June 26 – Karikatura (pictured above), a six piece band based in lines. Classes will be held beginning July be noon luncheon speakers at the an- 25 New York City pumping out lively, body-shaking music; July 10 -- Willie Nile-- revered 8, and will run through August 8. The nual meeting of The League of Women The Hudson River Audubon Society rocker, troubador and pundit; July 17 – Defibulators, Brooklyn rock band; July 24 -- Learn-to-Swim program is sponsored by Voters of Westchester at The Scarsdale of Westchester presents Members’ Bennett Sullivan, catchy, propulsive new-grass-jazz hybrid; July 31 -- Yotam Silberstein, Westchester County Parks. For more in- Women’s Club, 37 Drake Road, Scars- Night Nature Slide Show at 7:30pm a Thelonius Monk Competition finalist; August 7 -- Morrie Louden Quartet; August formation or to register for the program, dale. Open to the public. To attend, call at Lenoir Nature Preserve, 19 Dudley go to westchestergov.com/parks. 723-5126 or email kittrosenthal@gmail. Street, Yonkers beginning with refresh- 14 -- Lagond All Stars, the most polished young talent anywhere in Westchester; and com. ments at 7pm and the program begins August 21 -- Lynette Williams with Akie Bermiss. The City Center at White Plains Sum- The following events will take place at at 7:30pm. For more information, call mer Concert Series is a Doug Panero Presents production. For more information visit: Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental 7 Michael Bochnik at 237-9331. www.shopatcitycenter.com or www.dougpaneropresents.com Center, 1271 Hanover Street, Yorktown At 8am, the Trailside Nature Museum at www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 7 Hope’s Door 2014 Annual Spring Gala Hope’s Door recently hosted their 2014 HAVE YOUR NEXT PARTY Annual Spring Gala at Abigail Kirsch Tappan Hill Mansion. The gala, which raised over $100,000 for the organization, was emceed by Scott McGee of News 12 Westchester and AT ROCKWELLS! focused on H.O.P.E.- Hope Offers Possibilities Everyday – highlighting the organization’s work to help victims of domestic violence achieve safety, independence and healing from the trauma of abuse. Party Package Includes The organization honored three West- chester teachers for their commitment to the All You Can Eat Family-Style mission through participation in the Love Shouldn’t Hurt and STAR (Students Terminat- Service for only $19.99/person! ing Abusive Relationships) programs. The honorees were Paul LaVallee, Special Educa- tion Teacher and STAR Chapter Liaison at Hendrick Hudson High School; Kimberly Lun- dy, Health Teacher at Pelham Memorial High School; and Marisa Marks, Health Teacher and Hope’s Door Honoree Kim Lundy (left) and Teen Program Includes domestic draft beer, STAR Chapter Liaison at Alexander Hamilton Coordinator Gina Curcuro house wine and soft drinks Jr./Sr. High School. Although the organization is fortunate to have many supporters of the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Program, the three teachers who were honored demonstrate going above and beyond for the program in their participation and dedication to helping spread the mission of promoting healthy relationships that are based on equality, respect, and trust. In addition, Westchester County Deputy Executive Kevin Plunkett presented each honoree with a proclamation for their outstanding effort on teen dating abuse. The Love Shouldn’t Hurt program consists of three components. The first component in- cludes teen dating abuse prevention workshops, which are conducted at high schools throughout Westchester County. Hope’s Door has also started presenting workshops in middle school classes as well as college classes. The second component is the STAR peer leadership program. The organi- zation has a number of different STAR chapters throughout Westchester County that are made up of students who are dedicated to promoting healthy relationships in their schools and communi- ties. The third component of the Love Shouldn’t Hurt program is the annual teen symposium. Ev- THE STAGE ery October, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Hope’s Door brings together over 300 high school students and educators from Westchester County for a day dedicated to learning about relationships. a Doug Panero Presents production For more information on Hope’s Door or to support their mission visit www.HopesDoorNY.org or call 914-747-0828. For free and confidential 24/7 bilingual hotline call 888-438-8700. KJ Denhert Friday June 20th 8:30pm $20 Admission Simplicity and Excellence in Northern Italian-Adriatic Cuisine $10 Food & Drink Minimum Now accepting reservations for Father’s Day! Dinner Reservations Required 115 Wolfs Lane - Pelham, NY 10803 914-738-3008 - www.fontanellapelham.com COMEDY NIGHT presented by Rockwells Every Saturday at 9:00 pm $10 Admission $10 Food & Beverage Minimum Dinner Reservations Required

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The Town of Pelham Public Library Julia Nelson Joins McClellan Sotheby’s Welcomes Augusta Turner International Realty

The Town of Pelham Public Library recently The partners of McClellan Sotheby’s International Realty, announced that Augusta Turner will be the Li- Carol Brown, Sona Davidian and Mary Grimm recently an- brary’s new Adult Services Librarian. Patrons of nounced that Julia Nelson joined the firm as a licensed real the Library may already know Augusta since she estate salesperson. Julia, her husband, Michael Steiper and worked at the Town of Pelham Public Library as their 2 pre-school aged children moved to Pelham in 2013 a part-time Librarian Trainee in the fall of 2010, from New York City after an extensive search throughout the and has been subbing ever since. County. They chose Pelham because it fit all of their needs In fact, Library patrons and neighbors may and they found the right house. also know Augusta since she lived in Pelham for Julia graduated from NYU with a BA in Journalism. She has 17 years while raising her family and during that worked extensively in human resources and event planning time served on the board of the Friends of the which require exceptional interpersonal skills, organizational Library. abilities, empathy and technological competence. This will be a Augusta received her undergraduate degree wonderful background for her new career in real estate. in Journalism at the University of Southern Cali- Upon moving to Pelham, Julia immediately immersed her- fornia and her master’s degree in Library Science self in the activities of the community and has fallen in love at Queens College, City University of New York. with Pelham. She is very anxious to share her experience and She will be responsible for selecting materials for help other young families discover the right town for them. She the adult collection, advising readers and provid- Augusta Turner will be able to identify with these buyers, many of whom are Julia Nelson ing reference and outreach services. She will also young families moving with their children to a new community. facilitate the Adult Book Club and contribute to other Library programming. She will be able to guide sellers through the stressful moving process, having just been through it her- Library Director Patricia Perito said, “We are delighted Augusta will be working with us on a self. “We are extremely pleased that Julia has chosen to join our firm,” commented Sona Davidian. full-time basis. She brings great breadth of experience, lots of enthusiasm, and a high level of pro- “Her energy, enthusiasm and outgoing personality will serve her well in this business.” fessionalism to the position. We know our patrons will be delighted to work with her.” Julia can be reached at the McClellan Sotheby’s International Realty offices at 207 Wolfs Lane, For more information visit pelhamlibrary.org. 914 738-5150 or on her cell phone, 914 374-2227. Pel Mel 2014 The Pelham Woman’s Club Presidential Day Luncheon a Huge Success Over 70 members and guests recently gathered at the Daven- port Club to honor club presi- dents and enjoy an afternoon luncheon and entertainment. The Pelham Woman’s Club honored its past and present presidents as well as several West- chester County presidents. After a delightful cocktail hour and luncheon, the audi- ence was entertained by the Se- nior Tap Dancers of the Eastches- Back Row - Sara Kenney and Kate Lysaght. Middle Row:(from left to right): Nicholas ter Woman’s Club. The dancers DeBellis, Robbie Nanna, Diana Chandler, Jennifer Neufeld, M.L. Kenney, Jacob Amorelli, ranged in age from 69 to 92 years Julia Kouroupas, Sarah Liddy and Bethzy Higueros. Kneeling: Mr. Neil Schleifer, Adviser of age. Next on the Club’s agenda The Pel Mel, the Pelham Memorial High School newspaper, won the First Place award in is the June luncheon being held the 2014 American Scholastic Press Association’s newspaper competition. The award letter June 18th at 12:30pm at Mama stated: “You have an excellent school newspaper which shows the creativity and journalistic Francesca Trattoria at 414 Pelham Road. The festivities will include awarding two scholarships to knowledge of your editors, reporters, writers, photographers, layout/graphic designers and graduating Pelham Memorial High School students as well as the installation of new officers. For adviser.” more information call Lucille at 914.337.5054 www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 9 Walking for Love in Pelham My Sisters’ Place Launches “Team A Walk for Love, ar- MSP” ranged by Phoebe Roths- My Sisters’ Place (MSP) and the com- child, Charlotte Howard, munity unite to MOVE for change with the Julia Rosenberg, Callie new “Team MSP” Initiative to raise aware- Leff, and Annika Jawa- ness and funds for victims of domestic vio- nda recently took place. lence and human trafficking through partic- It all started in early Sep- ipation in athletic events. Team MSP is more tember when Mrs. Hat- than just running, biking, walking, or swim- tar’s husband suddenly ming—it’s an entire community advocating and tragically passed for relationships based on respect, equality, away and because of this and peacefulness. she was on a short leave. Currently the scheduled races are: The When these girls came to Running Goddess 5k (June 1, 2014- Kato- visit her and heard the nah, NY) North Avenue Mile Run/Walk news, they knew that (June 8, 2014- New Rochelle, NY) Westches- they had to do some- ter Super Sprint Triathlon (September 20, thing to help. They came 2014- Rye, NY) Run the Farm 5 Mile Train up with the Walk for Love idea, a memorial walk followed by an ice cream social to support Mrs. Race (October, 2014- Katonah, NY)…Or find Hattar and her son Christian. In the middle of their planning, another tragedy struck Colonial a race of your own! school: the passing of Mrs. L’ Herminier, so they decided to help the L’Herminier family as well. Interested participants can find or cre- “We started to think of ideas to help support Mrs. Hattar and Christian, and came up with the ate their own activity for Team MSP involve- idea for the Walk for Love, as a community event, to show our love and support,” said Charlotte ment. “The beauty of Team MSP is that one can pick their athletic activity of choice and use the Howard. same paradigm to help MSP accomplish our formidable goals” says Karen Cheeks-Lomax, Esq. The Walk for Love started at Colonial School. The symbolic walk, once around the block then MSP’s Chief Executive Officer. “Our children will find peace and respect in their relationships allowed the participants to purchase ice cream for $2.00 per cone. T-shirts were also available for when agencies like MSP take our work into every corner in our communities and we become $10. healthier as a result, a true win-win!” Pledge forms had been sent home with students to help collect donations for these two fami- Registration is easy, go to www.mspny.org/news/teammsp. Create a team with friends and lies. On the pledge form Colonial families pledged how many days they would walk to school in family or sign up independently. honor of this event. We know 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime (NYSCADV.org), “In one of our meetings we made the connections that many of us will face a tragedy of some up to 10 million children witness some form of domestic violence annually (dvrc-or.org), and 1.5 kind or another in our lives. So, we decided to create a Walk for Love, as not only a fundraiser for million high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a Mrs. Hattar, Christian, and L’Herminier family, but also as an opportunity for the community to single year (loveisrespect.org). So help MSP make a difference by joining Team MSP! get together to remember and honor all of the important people in all of our lives, and to celebrate My Sisters’ Place has been serving Westchester County for the past 37 years helping victims of this together, as a community,” said Phoebe Rothschild. domestic violence and human trafficking. Services include two confidential emergency shelters, a We are hoping that this symbolic event will become an annual one and a tradition in the 24/7 crisis hotline, one-on-one counseling and legal services, a self-sufficiency program, children’s community,” added Callie Leff. The girls had several meetings since the beginning of their idea. programs, and an education and training center. MSP strives to engage each member of society in “The Walk for Love was a symbolic memorial walk. These five girls have been working hard their work so that all relationships can embrace the principles of respect, equality, and peaceful- with the support of their parents; Mrs. Rothschild, Ms. Morandini, Ms. Scully, and Ms. Braun. Mrs. ness. Wilson and the Colonial PTA have been very encouraging and are sponsoring the event. Founding sponsors include Nutrition 21 (CEO Michael Satow, MSP Board Member), Sweat- sational, Jeff Sobel Consulting, Two Annys and Kinetic Sports Club. For more information on Team MSP or if your business or company would like to become a partner please contact Deb Senator Jeff Klein Receives 2014 YMCA Brown at 914-683-1333 x107 or email [email protected] “Champion for Healthy Living” Award Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein (D- Bronx/Westchester) recently addressed YMCA Healthy Kids Day, an advocacy event dedicated to raise awareness on the issue of childhood obesity and get more children physically active. The Al- liance of New York State YMCAs, which helped to organize the event, also pre- sented Senator Klein with an award highlighting his successful efforts in passing health-related legislation that promotes a healthy and active lifestyle and strengthens underserved commu- nities with high rates of obesity. Senate Co-Leader Jeffrey D. Klein Senator Klein receives “Champion for Healthy Living Award” from (D-Bronx/Westchester) said: “I am hon- the Alliance of New York State YMCAs. ored to be the recipient of the 2014 YMCA Champion for Healthy Living conducting its own statewide survey that solicited Living in the Now, Award. We know that nothing poses a greater risk responses from teenagers in junior high and high to the health and wellness of our children than obe- schools, the data confirmed that students lack a sity. Last year several of my bills to combat obesity fundamental understanding of what constitutes Preparing for the Future were signed into law giving our youngest New York- obesity, proper dietary nutrition, symptoms and ers increased access to healthy, wholesome foods factors that lead to poor weight management, and For many of us, our goals in life remain constant: financial and educational programs that promote healthy a lack of exercise availability. living. I applaud the YMCA’s continued commit- As a result of these findings, Senator Klein was independence and providing for famil. Striking a balance between ment to the well-being of the children of our state able to include in last year’s final budget package saving or goals, such as education and retirement, and allocating and look forward to continuing our great work to- the Healthy Teen Awareness and Education Fund, money for daily expenses can be challenging. But you can do it. gether to ensure that our youngsters are able to live a designation on all future state income tax forms full, healthy and happy lives.” that will appear as a “check-off box” that will enable Senator Klein also discussed many of his sig- New Yorkers to make voluntary donations to fund Learn how you can redefine your nature issues at a press conference inside the Leg- programs geared at combating obesity, endometrio- islative Office Building. Other attendees included sis, and long-term alcohol and substance abuse. savings approach toward local YMCA organizations throughout New York Senator Klein has also introduced legislation education and retirement. City; Tumi Oguntala, winner of Season 15 of NBC’s this year that will allow insurers and HMOs to pro- The Biggest Loser; and corporate sponsors such as vide discounts to individuals who opt to participate Call or visit today. Shop Rite and Hannaford food stores. in wellness programs; curtail the incidence of asth- Last year, at the behest of Senator Klein, ma and other respiratory diseases; expand recre- the senate Independent Democratic Conference ational areas in elementary and secondary schools; launched a public Teen Health Awareness Cam- and increase screening in schools for childhood paign that sought to reduce the spiking trends obesity while providing adequate time for exercise in adolescent obesity, among other issues. After during lunch periods. 10 • June 2014 • The Pelham Post www.thepelhampost.com Pelham Art Center…Wonderwall (Fluorescent Fuchsia Labyrinth) by Andréa Stanislav Pelham Art Center recently announced the continuation of their Public Art Program, In the Courtyard, with a new monumental sculpture by New York City based artist Andréa Stanislav. Wonderwall will be on view in their 2,300sq.ft open courtyard from June 14 – September 18. There will be an opening reception on July 11, 2014 from 6:30-8pm. The experiential and interactive sonic installation responds to the architecture of the Pelham Art Center’s courtyard, exterior light and visitors to the space. The sculpture is made from cast concrete reinforced with steel rebar, steel tube, and recycled transparent fluorescent vinyl. The participants will experience a minimalist transparent construction that references a labyrinth form and is activated by its glowing florescent fuchsia color and light. The ce- ment and florescent vinyl work off each other towards a material duality. Motion sensors are hidden in the trees, and when triggered by visitors, play an original atmospheric remixed audio work from hidden audio speakers, which deconstruct the Oasis song Wonderwall. The installation aims to strike a balance and synergy between a physical form, light, color and sound for the visitor/participant. Admission is free and open to the public. Andréa Stanislav (b. 1968, Chicago) is an American artist, based in New York City, whose practice includes sculpture, video installation and public projects. Ms. Stanislav received a MFA from Alfred University, New York; and a BFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Her work considers themes of harmony and deconstruction in the natural world, popular culture and, by extension, re- gards the sublime -- realized through unexpected visual manifestations, multi media installations and monumental sculpture.

Astorino Launches Telehealth Initiative for Seniors County Executive Robert P. Astorino launched the participant, caregiver, primary care physician or Stiefvater Real Estate, Inc. Recieves Honors an innovative “Telehealth” program that uses tech- on-site administrator directly. Results are given to nology to remotely monitor seniors’ health as a way each participant on a TIPS Sheet, which also explains to improve a person’s quality of life while also reduc- what the results mean. ing healthcare costs. TIPS – or Telehealth Interven- By encouraging seniors to be proactive about tion Programs for Seniors – combines three key ele- their health, and by teaching them to self-manage ments to help Westchester’s seniors age successfully chronic conditions such as diabetes or high blood and avoid unplanned hospital and other medical pressure, the goal is not only to improve health and well-being, but also to reduce the number of emergency situations and unplanned hospital visits. Ultimately, this will reduce the financial burden on seniors, caregivers and taxpayers. “Telehealth has become a com- mon and trusted tool to help seniors age better, but TIPS is much more all- inclusive than other programs,” said Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services Commis- Stiefvater Real Estate Inc., participated in the annual Westchester Real Estate Inc. sioner Mae Carpenter. “Westchester is awards luncheon at Split Rock Club on April 25. On the left, Scott Stiefvater & Marilyn leading the way in Telehealth services Stiefvater with this year’s “Top Producers”! In the middle, Antoinette Iemma, Associate by combining the best technology Broker; Carol Pezone, Associate Broker and Joseph Durnin, Licensed Sales Agent. Each year, available for remote monitoring with this consortium of independent Realtor tri-county firms, celebrates outstanding sales peo- other well-established Westchester pro- ple from each office. Antoinette, Carol and Joe have won these honors multiple times for grams, like Care Circles and Caregiver Stiefvater Real Estate. Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino watches as Coaching.” volunteer technician João Pinto, a student at Pace University, takes Along with the clinical monitor- the vital signs of Shirley Hunter, a resident of the Soundview Apart- ing, each TIPS participant will receive Argentine Tango In The Courtyard at the ments at United Hebrew in New Rochelle. Nurse Carol Jaconetti a comprehensive assessment that in- cludes a benefits check-up, information Pelham Street Fair of the Visiting Nurse Association of Hudson Valley noted that Ms. about chronic disease self-management, Hunter’s vitals were within normal limits and advised her to bring and referrals for other existing pro- Saturday, June 7, 1:30-3:30PM her personalized TIPS sheet to her next doctor’s appointment. grams, such as Care Circles – a group of visits: Clinical monitoring of vital signs, including volunteers who assist an individual with basic needs Performance, Instruction & History of Argentine Tango blood pressure, pulse, oxygen levels and weight, A of daily living that cannot be met with public funds; Join Steve Curlen and Elsie Tai, Argentine complete benefits “check-up” to make sure seniors and Caregiver Coaches – volunteers, trained by pro- Tango teachers and performing profession- are aware of all social programs available and a fessionals, who help the senior and family caregivers als, at the Pelham Art Center for an afternoon Hands-on, intergenerational support from a network meet their challenges and responsibilities. journey into the story of the worldwide phe- of volunteers, including graduate student nurses and TIPS sessions are held in a community setting, nomenon which is Tango Dance. Explore the college students from Pace University. allowing for seniors in attendance to interact and sup- nuance, etiquette, and passion that create the TIPS builds on the successful Livable Commu- port each other in the self-management of health, language, music and movements of Argentine nities Initiative, which put Westchester on the map while the participation of college students as techni- Tango. History, culture, and social respect be- as one of the first seven places nationwide to receive cians fosters an intergenerational social connection. tween men and women are only the beginning. AARP’s prestigious designation of an “Age-Friendly TIPS was developed in collaboration with Pace Tango encompasses romance, creativity, and Community,” which was given in partnership with University, a partnership that began in 2005 and ex- unique movements like no other dance. Bring the World Health Organization. panded in 2013 to include pilots of the Telehealth your heart, and your mind and body will fol- TIPS will be available throughout the county at program at several test sites. To date, more than 140 low! locations where seniors routinely gather – like senior seniors have participated. During this event, Curlen and Tai will not centers, senior apartment buildings, houses of wor- TIPS will be offered at an increasing number of only perform, but also instruct those who are ship, and libraries. sites throughout Westchester by the end of May. The interested in the art of Tango. Woven through Vitals – including weight, blood pressure, oxy- timing is no coincidence, as May is National Older the dance steps will be an informal history les- gen level and pulse – will be taken by student tech- Americans Month, and the 2014 theme is “Safe To- son of this romantic dance. Tango in the Court- nicians twice a week at those locations. A nurse will day, Healthy Tomorrow.” yard will be held rain or shine on Saturday, June then remotely monitor the results and send messag- For more information about the TIPS program, 7 from 1:30-3:30PM as part of our Folk Arts Se- es back to be reviewed at the next TIPS session. If the please call 813-6408 or visit www.westchestergov.com/ ries. For more information www.facebook.com/ nurse has any immediate concerns, she may contact seniors. Elsieandsteve.Tango www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 11 Westchester joins Hong Kong and Barcelona in Vying to Host Major Equestrian Events To: Editor, The Pelham Post, April 26, 2014 Westchester County, spe- cifically Old Salem Farm in On behalf of all the Pelham veterans of our Armed Forces who served North Salem, has put in a bid Our Great Nation and on behalf of their spouses, I am pleased and proud to host the 2015 Furusiyya FEI as a Town of Pelham resident and veteran, to have witnessed the recent, Nations Cup Final, the most altruistic actions of the Pelham Board of Education to approve the par- prestigious team champion- tial exemption of school taxes at their highest level, on qualified Pelham ship in the sport of show properties owned by Pelham wartime veterans and their spouses, as per- jumping. Major cities from mitted by New York State Legislation enacted in December 2013. It is around the world, including heartwarming to know that the school board members, most of whom Hong Kong and Barcelona, are are not veterans, recognized, valued and appreciated the sacrifices made vying for the event. Old Salem by not only the present Pelham veterans, but by so many past veterans Farm’s bid is strengthened by who selflessly sacrificed many of their life experiences, as well as their the fact that it is already the lives, to insure that every resident of Pelham and of The United States of host of this September’s Amer- America can enjoy the freedoms, liberty and lifestyle afforded to each. It ican Gold Cup CSI 4* World is further refreshing to know that these school board members have not Cup Qualifier. forgotten the words of the inscription above the high school’s main au- “Westchester County is ditorium stage, “Honor Here the Ideals for Which They Fought”, placed the perfect setting for this event,” said County 2013. A sponsorship deal with the Saudi Eques- there when the school was constructed, after it was decided that Pelham Executive Robert P. Astorino. “We are commit- trian Fund led it to be renamed the Furusiyya Memorial High School would be a memorial to veterans of World War ted, ready, and eager to work with Old Salem FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping series. Under the I and to all wars in which Pelham residents fought. On behalf of these Farm to assist them in bringing this interna- new rules, the world has been divided into six veterans, I commend and thank each school board member for acting tional equestrian championship to Westches- regions for the purpose of qualifying teams for expeditiously and responsibly in granting this exemption. May the Stars ter.” a world final. The six regions are Europe (Divi- and Stripes continue to fly proudly above our institutions of learning in Alan Bietsch of Old Salem Farm added: sions 1 and 2), North and Central America & The Town of Pelham. “Our primary goal is to create and promote the Caribbean, South America, Middle East, Asia, best show jumping events the U.S. has to offer and Africa. Sincerely, in a world-class venue. The Furusiyya FEI Na- “The host site awarded the Furusiyya FEI Frank A. Barbieri tions Cup Final offers the best competition in Nations Cup Final has a tremendous honor and 55 Oak Lane the world. This is an opportunity to showcase opportunity,” said John Madden, Chairman of Pelham Manor, NY 10803 the caliber of venue that Old Salem Farm is. It the FEI Jumping Committee. “Not only does it is our hope to show the world how great show offer the highest level of team championship jumping events in the U.S. can be and poten- held annually in our sport, but also delivers a tially open the door for hosting more competi- world-wide audience. Additionally, more than tors, teams, and future championships in the 90 elite horses are flown in to the competition United States at Old Salem Farm.” for international powerhouse equestrian teams, The Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Final potentially teams such as Germany, France, the April 25, 2014 would bring 18 teams of riders from around the Netherlands and the current Olympic Champi- world as well as a strong economic boost to the ons, Great Britain.” Ms. Susan Mutti town of North Salem, Westchester County and A decision on the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Village Trustee the Hudson Valley region. Final will be given on June 9-10 during the FEI Village of Pelham The historic FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Bureau meeting. For more information on Old Pelham, NY 10803 series was given a new, more global format in Salem Farm, please visit www.oldsalemfarm.net. Dear Ms. Mutti:

The Picture House Film Club with Marshall Fine to Launch in October As President of the Pelham Chamber of Commerce, I am writing to ...continued from page 1 you about the Junior League’s Wolfs Lane Park Project. June 2 through June 13 and tickets for the gen- ern Art, the Museum of the Moving Image, BAM Our town, like many others across the country, is involved in a strug- eral public will go on-sale on June 14. Tickets Cinematheque, and the New York branch of the gle that few of Pelham’s residents are aware of. In the past three years, will be available for the entire six-film series Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. approximately 15 businesses have closed. I shudder to think about how and will not be available on an individual basis. In Westchester, he created and produced many more will not survive 2014. Fine will also serve as in-house moderator The Journal-News Film Club at the Jacob I see the Junior League Park on Wolfs Lane benefiting the town in for other exclusive film programs each month Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, NY, when it more ways than we can imagine. I also agree with the Junior League that and will curate additional film series through- opened in 2001. it will “drive business to downtown shops” and believe that a park with out the year. He will also contribute to The Pic- Among the guests who have appeared an ice cream truck and Moms and Dads with kids in the afternoon will ture House website (www.thepicturehouse.org), at various films he has presented are: Stanley actually bring people into our Downtown—if nothing more than to pick reporting from film festivals around the world, Tucci (Blind Date, The Lovely Bones), Kevin up a few items at DeCicco’s. and to other new media forms for the iconic Costner (Mr. Brooks), Will Forte (Nebraska), I do sympathize with the concerns that I heard from neighbors of 1921 movie theater. Pedro Almodovar and Penelope Cruz (Volver), our future Park. But I do not agree that feelings and concerns are facts. “I’m excited about the possibilities offered Alex Gibney (Taxi to the Dark Side), Ed Helms We understand the concern that a park may invite social problems. How- by working with The Picture House,” said Fine, and Mark Duplass (Jeff, Who Lives at Home), ever, these are feelings, not facts. Maybe the answer to these concerns is who produced and hosted a sold-out film club Melissa Leo (Frozen River), Griffin Dunne (The to post signs showing the park’s hours of operation with possible curfew at the Emelin Theater in Mamaroneck from Discoverers), and Vera Farmiga (Up in the Air). for kids posted and backed up by enforcement from nightly police patrols. 2005 to 2014. “I’ve had a great time with the Some of the films that film club members have I have been to some of the finest parks in this country, and have Emelin; everyone there has been very good to seen before the general public are: The Lunch- always seen some sort of a “human footprint” left behind, mostly lit- me. But this opportunity allows me to explore box, The Grand Budapest Hotel, 127 Hours, ter. Yosemite and the Grand Canyon have these problems, too. But the film curating on a broader scale. I hope to help The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Bully, The answer is not to ban parks. We have to supervise and maintain them bring wider recognition to The Picture House as King’s Speech, The Descendants, City Island, consistently. the Westchester destination for independent, The Departed. Although there is no direct comparison, I think about our future nonfiction and international film.” Wolfs Lane Park in the context of Times Square. In the 1980’s, Times “We are thrilled to welcome Marshall ABOUT THE PICTURE HOUSE Square was a dangerous place. Today, Times Square is almost a family- to The Picture House community,” said John Since 1921, The Picture House has served as friendly theme park. The success of a town depends on how well it ap- Calvelli, Chair of the Board of Directors of The a cultural center and community hub and is the peals to families. If we can create family-oriented environments in Pel- Picture House. “With Marshall as Critic-in- oldest, continuously running movie theater in West- ham, we have a chance at seeing our Downtown thrive as it once did. Residence and the launch of The Picture House chester County. Today, after an extensive renova- I feel that the Junior League’s Park Project is the best way for our Film Club, we’re demonstrating our dedication tion and the addition of state of the art technology, Pelham merchants to increase their businesses and revitalize our Village. to providing a shared community experience The Picture House shows the best in new, indepen- Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any assistance in this very through film to diverse audiences in Southern dent and classic cinema and provides students of important matter. Westchester, the Bronx, and beyond. Marshall’s all ages with the opportunity to learn about the art, vast experience in the film industry is going to science and business of film. In a world where you Sincerely, help The Picture House continue to grow and can carry a movie screen in your pocket, The Picture Sandy Waibel expand in the coming years.” House preserves the sense of community, wonder Chamber President Fine also curates the Thalia Film Club at and engagement that has existed since the forma- Symphony Space in Manhattan. He has served as tion of the first theaters. The Picture House is lo- guest host and moderator for screenings at Film cated at 175 Wolfs Lane, www.thepicturehouse.org, Society of Lincoln Center, the Museum of Mod- [email protected], (914) 738-3161. 12 • June 2014 • The Pelham Post www.thepelhampost.com Rep. Engel Presented a Congressional Astorino Announces Westchester will Provide Silver Award to Westchester Teen First Responders with Lifesaving Narcan Recently Congress- County Hopes to Save Lives By Reversing Overdoses man Eliot Engel presented a Congressional Silver Westchester County Executive Robert P. health department training to administer the Award to Nicholas Torna- Astorino recently announced that the county drug. Westchester County Health Commission- tore, a junior at Iona Pre- plans to equip first responders with Narcan, er Sherlita Amler, MD, plans to write the pre- paratory School in New a life-saving drug that can revive overdose scriptions needed for the county to participate Rochelle. victims.“This is the right thing to do,” County in the New York State Opioid Overdose Preven- The Congressional Executive Astorino said. “By providing Narcan tion Program. Award recognizes achieve- to county police and other first responders, we “Police officers are on the front lines of the ment, initiative and ser- can prevent bad choices from becoming fatal heroin and prescription drug abuse epidemic,” vice for those ages 14 to 23. and give people a second chance.” said Public Safety Commissioner George N. Participants must achieve When administered correctly, the nasal Longworth. “In addition to our efforts at edu- individual goals in four spray Narcan restores breathing that has been cation, prevention and enforcement, police program areas -- Voluntary dangerously slowed by an overdose of heroin or officers are frequently the first to arrive at the Public Service, Personal prescription painkiller. Narcan, the brand name scene of an overdose. Narcan will be another Development, Physical Fit- for the drug Naloxone, works within a minute tool we can use to render aid to someone who ness, and Expedition/Ex- or two and gives emergency responders time to is in medical distress.” ploration – in order to earn get the person to a hospital. The county’s Department of Community a Congressional Award. “Many people don’t realize that it isn’t Mental Health also can refer family members “Nicholas Torna- only longtime addicts who can overdose,” Dr. and friends of known addicts who want to be tore is an exceptional Amler said. “Young people who are experiment- trained to administer Narcan to the Guidance ing and taking heroin or Oxycodone for the Center in New Rochelle and Sancia in White young man who has dis- Nicholas, his mother Dawn Jennings and Congressman Eliot Engel tinguished himself in his first time can die. This is a proven solution that Plains. For more information on health topics community. He’s one of our future leaders and has a very promising future ahead of him. I will be can save lives and prevent family tragedies.” contact the Westchester County Department of watching his progress closely, as I expect great things from him.” Those who are not emergency medical Health at (914) 813-5000 or go to www.west- “It is my hope that more young people strive to achieve excellence, both academically and workers must have a doctor’s prescription and chestergov.com/health. in pursuit of their own goals. Our future depends on them. Nicholas’s his hard work serves as an example for his peers.” Nicholas is a member of Iona Prep’s National Honor Society, Foreign Language National Hon- ors Society for Mandarin Chinese, and the school’s Varsity Crew Team. He is an Eagle Scout and has recently been accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy’s Summer Seminar. Applications Sought for Ruth Taylor Scholarship Astorino Taps Silverback Social for Awards will go to graduate students in social work or public health

Digital Communication Task Force Westchester County graduate students pursuing careers in social work or public health are invited to apply for scholarship assistance through the Digital technolo- Ruth Taylor Award Fund. gies change quickly, The fund was established in tribute to Ruth Taylor upon her retirement and a fast-growing as the county’s Commissioner of Public Welfare and in recognition of her number of individuals nearly four decades of outstanding service. The annual awards are sponsored rely more and more on by United Way of Westchester and Putnam, Westchester County govern- social media to get in- ment and the Urban League of Westchester County. formation. In order to Applicants must be residents of Westchester County and enrolled in improve Westchester graduate studies in Social Work or Public Health on a full-time basis. For the County’s digital pres- 2014-2015 academic year, awards will range between $1,000 and $5,000 for ence, County Execu- tuition or maintenance, or both. tive Robert P. Astorino The submission deadline is Monday, July 14, by which time the applica- recently announced tion and all supporting documents must be received. the formation of the Financial need, public service and scholastic capacity are part of the Westchester County evaluation criteria. Recipients must maintain the minimum cumulative GPA Digital Communica- required by his/her university for the duration of the award. Awards are is- tion Task Force in part- sued annually, and students are eligible to apply if they have not previously nership with Silver- received the scholarship. A change in major or enrollment status (to part- back Social, a White time) will result in loss of the scholarship award. Plains-based social me- Inquiries can be directed to: United Way of Westchester and Put- dia consulting firm. nam, Karen Bonaparte, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, via e-mail at “We were look- [email protected] or download application and cover letter at http:// ing for ways to build www.uwwp.org/ruth-taylor.shtml. upon the county’s dig- ital success and make Westchester one of the most digitally ad- vanced counties in the country without cost- Congressman Engel calls on GOP to “get serious” on ing residents another penny in taxes,” said County Executive Robert P. Astorino climate change Astorino. “Thanks to Congressman Eliot Engel, a senior mem- gas emissions, among other things.” the county’s wealth of ber of the House Energy and Commerce Com- “Superstorm Sandy decimated parts of my intellectual capital, we had to look no further than our own backyard.” mittee, says that Republican indifference on Congressional district. My fear is that Sandy Westchester natives Chris Dessi, Silverback Social’s chief executive officer and founder, and environmental issues is to blame for Congres- will soon become the new normal, rather than John Zanzarella, Silverback Social’s chief marketing officer, will co-chair the task force and recruit sional inaction on climate change. an exceptional act of nature. This is a problem fellow industry experts in the county. The task force will collaborate with the county’s Department Recently President Obama unveiled the that we can no longer ignore. I have said time of Information Technology (DoIT) and Department of Communication periodically to provide re- National Climate Assessment , a federal report and again, that I am ready to work with my sources and consulting services pro bono. Dessi and Zanzarella will organize regular meetings with that outlined the immediate impact of climate Republican colleagues, but they never show industry leaders to discuss new technologies, best practices and how the county, local businesses change and the growing need to address it. up. They refuse to acknowledge there’s even and residents can take advantage of the tools at their disposal. “House Republicans need to get serious a problem.” The benefits of this public private partnership are many: #OpenGovernment, #Government- about climate change. This isn’t an issue that’s Congressman Engel has worked hard to Transparency, #ImprovedEfficiency, #EnhancedEmergencyCommunications, #TaxpayerSavings, only going to affect or kids or grandkids in the block Republican initiatives that would weak- #BusinessGrowth very distant future. The demands we are put- en the Environmental Protection Agency and “Westchester County is operating from a strong base of knowledge,” said Westchester County ting on our limited resources has reached the prevent efforts to address climate change. He Department of Information Technology Commissioner John McCaffrey. “This initiative will help tipping point. A majority of scientists agree we received a 93 percent score for his commit- us capitalize on that even more, and expand our base of expertise.” Westchester County’s DoIT was are already experiencing some of the more seri- ment to environmental issues from the League ranked among the Top 10 Digital Counties eight times, since 2005. Last year, it ranked sixth in the ous impacts of climate change, which will only of Conservation Voters on their 2014 National 500,000 or more population category. get worse without action to reduce greenhouse Environmental Scorecard. www.shorelinepub.com The Pelham Post • June 2014 • 13 Understand Medicaid Eligibility Before Transferring Funds BY BERNARD A. KROOKS, CERTIFIED ELDER LAW AT- Any transfer that you make, however in- or permanently disabled, or a trust for the sole your Medicaid eligibility, you should under- TORNEY nocent, will come under scrutiny. For example, benefit of anyone under age 65 who is perma- stand the impact that the gifts will have. In Medicaid does not have an exception for gifts nently disabled. In addition, you may transfer addition, you will want to make sure that you Well, it depends on what you are giving, to charities. If you give money to a charity, it your home to the following individuals (as well make your gifts in the most tax-efficient way who you are giving it to and why you are giving could affect your Medicaid eligibility down as to those listed above): your child who is un- possible. Sound complicated? It is. But, when it. We’ve all heard that it’s better to give than the road. Similarly, gifts for holidays, wed- der age 21, your child who has lived in your you consider that the cost of long-term care can to receive, but if you think you might some- dings, birthdays, and graduations can all cause home for at least two years immediately prior exceed $200,000 per year, it is well worth the day want to apply for Medicaid long-term care a transfer penalty. If you buy something for to your moving to a nursing home and who effort to plan ahead. benefits, you need to be careful because giving a friend or relative, this could also result in a provided you with care that allowed you to stay Bernard A. Krooks, away money or property can interfere with transfer penalty. Moreover, the transfer penalty at home during that time, a sibling who has Esq., is a founding your eligibility. period does not even commence until you are an equity interest in the house and who lived partner of Littman Under applicable Medicaid law, if you actually in the nursing home, have applied for there for at least one year before you moved to Krooks LLP and has transfer certain assets within five years before Medicaid and have less than $14,550 in non- a nursing home. been honored as one applying for Medicaid, you will be ineligible exempt resources in your name. Of course, receiving care at home instead of the “Best Lawyers” for a period of time (called a transfer penalty), Spending a lot of cash all at once or over of a nursing home is the preferred option for in America for each of depending on how much money you trans- time could prompt the state to request docu- most people. Thus, if you are able to stay at the last seven years. ferred. Even small transfers can affect eligibil- mentation showing how the money was spent. home and not go into a nursing home you He is past President of ity. While Federal tax law allows individuals to If you don’t have documentation showing that may consider applying for Medicaid home care the National Academy gift up to $14,000 a year without having to pay you received fair market value in return for a benefits. While the look-back and penalty pe- of Elder Law Attorneys a gift tax or reduce their lifetime gift and estate transferred asset, you could be subject to a riod provisions discussed above do not apply to (NAELA) and past Pres- tax exemption, Medicaid law still treats that transfer penalty. Medicaid home care, they will apply if you are ident of the New York gift as a transfer. In fact, all gifts made within While most transfers are penalized, certain no longer able to stay at home and need to go Chapter of NAELA. Mr. Krooks has also served as the five-year look-back period are presumed to transfers are exempt from this penalty. Even af- into a nursing home in the future. chair of the Elder Law Section of the New York State be made for the purpose of qualifying for Med- ter entering a nursing home, you may transfer Before giving away assets or property, it Bar Association. He has been selected as a “New icaid. While this presumption is rebuttable, it any asset to the following individuals without is critical to consult with a certified elder law York Super Lawyer” since 2006. Mr. Krooks may be is difficult to prove and often requires that the having to wait out a period of Medicaid ineli- attorney to ensure that it won’t affect your reached at (914) 684-2100 or by visiting the firm’s Medicaid applicant attend a fair hearing. gibility: your spouse, your child who is blind Medicaid eligibility. Or, if the gift does affect website at www.elderlawnewyork.com. The Kitchen & Bath Insider© – Be Prepared for the Changing Is White Still In? “Seasons” of Your Life

PAUL BOOKBINDER, M.I.D., C.R., PRESIDENT, white. White has made a comeback! Up to BY CONSTANCE PETERS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR, it — but don’t assume it will be sufficient. Many DREAMWORK KITCHENS, INC. about 30% of all new kitchens, followed by EDWARD JONES times, an employer-sponsored disability policy off-white and then the earth tones. Glazed will only cover a short-term disability and may (August 2004) At a recent trade show cabinet fronts, both in real wood and ther- A few weeks ago, we observed May Day, have a long waiting period for benefits to kick I met a woman who I’ll refer to as Jane mofoil are gaining in popularity although a celebration of spring. And, after a long and in. Consequently you may need to purchase White. Ms. White made me promise never they command a premium due to the multi- hard winter in many parts of the country, most your own disability insurance policy to supple- to reveal her true identity. After hours, at a step finishing process. Hasn’t changed of us are ready for sunshine, warmer tempera- ment your employer’s coverage. local drinking establishment, she admitted much. tures and the hopefulness that spring always Requiring long-term care — Unfortunate- to being a member of a highly secretive or- Counter colors are not so easy to cat- symbolizes. But as winter gives way to spring, ly, many people eventually require some type ganization called The National Color Board. egorize because of the wide range of choices we are also reminded that our lives have “sea- of long-term care, whether that involves a stay Apparently this group of select individuals available. The trend today is for contrast. sons,” too — and it pays to be prepared for all in a nursing home or the assistance of a home are responsible for determining the colors Still true. Light colored cabinets are being of them. So, as you move into the “retirement health care aid. This type of care is expensive, that we’ll be offered for items ranging from combined with darker countertops and dark season,” you’ll need to prepare for several pos- and Medicare only covers part of it. Just how clothes to kitchens. I was also told that eve- with light. As more and more countertop sible challenges, including the following: costly is long-term care? The national average ning, never to discuss this information with materials become available, e.g., Cambria, Outliving your resources — The idea of for home health aide services is nearly $45,000 anyone for fear of bodily harm. But, the Silestone, etc., the selection will become outliving one’s financial resources is certainly per year, and a private room in a nursing home public has a right to know! My individual even greater. There seems to be no limita- not one we want to face. In fact, in a poll of is nearly $84,000 per year, according to a re- safety is of no concern when the freedom of tion on color choices here. Status quo. people ages 44 to 75 sponsored by Allianz Life cent survey by Genworth, a financial security choice we all cherish is being curtailed by The results of these industry reports Insurance, 61% said they fear depleting their company. To meet long-term care costs, you such an elite group. are pretty much in line with our sales and assets more than they fear dying. The best way could self-insure, but that might be prohibi- I do know for certain that I went to the other local kitchen dealers that I have you can overcome anxiety about running out tively expensive. But failing to do anything the trade show, and I’m also sure that I had recently conferred with. Still true today. of money is to invest and plan. Contribute as about meeting long-term care costs could result a drink or two that night. However, my Maple has surpassed oak in popularity in much as you can afford to your IRA and 401(k) in the need for your grown children or other memory, (not being what it once was), is a our area but not by a wide margin. Con- or other employer-sponsored retirement plan family members to get involved in some fash- little cloudy regarding Jane and the whole siderably more maple today and cherry is — and when your salary goes up over time, ion — and that is something you no doubt wish incident at the bar. So, I tried finding more gaining. Although the lighter finishes are increase your contributions. As for the “plan” to avoid. Fortunately, you can find solutions. information about the NCB to confirm that more popular there is still a large selection part, try to envision the type of lifestyle you To learn about appropriate protection vehicles, my recollections were accurate. After having of darker finishes available. Wood fronts are want during retirement, and then estimate how consult with your financial advisor. no luck, I did a little research to see what much more popular with new cabinets but much this lifestyle will cost. Once you reach re- With some thoughtful planning, constant the current trends in cabinet and counter the choice with refacing leans towards ther- tirement, you will also need to do some plan- vigilance and timely action, you can meet all colors are, and if the industry reports re- mofoil fronts. Holds true. ning — specifically, you will need to calculate these challenges — flected what our clients are selecting. Based on the similarities between the how much money you can afford to withdraw and enjoy all the sea- (June 2014) I wrote the above ten years national studies and our local sales people from your investments each year. sons of life in which ago and I thought it would be interesting are still making up their own mind as to Becoming disabled — One-third of all you find yourself. to see what has changed in the last decade. what colors they want. I don’t believe that a people between the ages of 30 and 64 will be- This article was The current trends are printed in bold, the nefarious color board actually exists, and is come disabled at some point, according to the written by Edward Jones rest is taken from the original article. scheming even as I write this, to manipulate Health Insurance Association of America. If you for use by your local According to a report compiled by KBB us into wanting dark brown cabinets and became disabled, even temporarily, the loss of Edward Jones Financial magazine, cabinets with wood doors ac- orange countertops again! But who knows? income could prove devastating to your finan- Advisor, Constance Pe- counted for 79.3% of those sold last year. Paul Bookbinder, cial security, and that of your family’s. To avoid ters, 629 Fifth Ave, Suite Still the same. Of these, nationwide, oak M.I.D., C.R., is presi- this worrisome scenario, you may want to con- 221,Pelham. For more was still the most popular, however maple dent of DreamWork sider disability insurance. If your employer of- information call Ms. Pe- has been steadily catching up. Cherry ac- Kitchens, Inc. located fers this coverage as an employee benefit, take ters at 914- 738-1758. counted for about 10% of the total. Maple in Mamaroneck, New has surpassed oak and now is at 65%, cherry York. A Master of De- at 25% and poor oak about 10%. The bal- sign (Pratt Institute), ance of the cabinets sold in 2003 primar- and E.P.A. Certified Re- ily had thermofoil or other laminate fronts. modeler, he serves on the Yup. Advisory Panel of Re- The most prevalent colors purchased modeling Magazine. A member of the National were the earth tones, which include natu- thepelhampost.com Kitchen & Bath Assoc., he is also a contributor ral and light finishes. While still popular, to Do It Yourself magazine. He can be reached white seems to have peaked and is being for questions at 914-777-0437 or www.dream- overtaken by both the wood tones and off- workkitchens.com. 14 • June 2014 • The Pelham Post www.thepelhampost.com Business Cards Tuck’d Away Bar and Grill

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