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Come Welcome the New Authors of “Good the Chappaqua Morning. Children’s Book Festival: This is October 3 Lyn McKay.” Where Kids Love to Rock Out Chappaqua Cares: Good Reasons For Full of Love Empty Nesters Fundraiser to Stay: for Empty Bowls: A Roundtable Discussion November 4 Welcome The Holmes Team!
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Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Ted Holmes and The Holmes Team who have joined William Raveis Real Estate in our Chappaqua office. By partnering their busi- ness with William Raveis, The Holmes Team will be able to better provide services through the company’s innovative marketing tools and global reach without compromising their attention to detail. In addition, the Team will continue to deliver the highest level of service to meet the needs of its clients and customers in all of Northern Westchester and Putnam Counties.
Ted is a lifelong resident of Chappaqua and grew up in the family real estate business with more than 20 years of real estate experience in mortgage banking, managing salespeople and operations. All his hands-on experience and knowledge give him the ability to be excep- tional at his true passion, working with buyers and sellers.
In addition, Lisa Murakami has joined The Holmes Team. She brings with her over 4 years of residential real estate experience. Prior to that, Lisa had a 21 year career in the banking industry. As a resident of Chappaqua since 1997, Lisa continues to be very involved in many organizations in the community.
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September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 5 September/October 2015 28. Jean Van Leeuwen’s September/October 2014 “Secret” Visits to Grafflin Calling Chappaqua home for 30 years, Van Leeuwen continues her prolific career while finding time to volunteer weekly at Douglas Grafflin THE MAGAZINE FOR NEW CASTLE AND BEYOND Elementary School to inspire budding first grade www.theinsidepress.com writers. By Dawn Greenberg Features 31. School Snacks to Tempt Kids (and Adults) 11. Local Businesses’ Generosity Local culinary pros (and moms) tell all you need to Knows No Bounds know to get your kids off to a healthy start with high From the Chappaqua School Foundation to Evan’s energy snacks to pack this fall. Plus, four easy and Team, to individual families in need, those in need yummy recipes. By Laura Anderson and Lisa Beels are ever grateful for local merchants’ year-round contributions. By Madeline Finesmith 34. 2015 Sunrise Day Camp Walk Critical funds raised to help support the world’s only 12. Empty Bowls Westchester Takes Shape camp for children with cancer and their sibllings. Local artists and volunteers help Chappaqua Cares get By Zarah Kavarana ready for the first-ever Empty Bowls Westchester fun- draiser on November 4th at the Whippoorwill Club to 36. Inside the New York Rock Academy benefit the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry and By Matt Smith other local pantries. By Jessica Reinmann 45. Childless or Empty Nest? 14, 15. Downtown’s Fall The conversation has begun about what New Castle “Fashion Forward” Selection can do to help you make the most of your tax dollars Our merchants have everything you need to be styl- here. By Grace Bennett ish, fashion forward and warm this fall. Great acces- sories add polish while hair and makeup complete the Departments look. Kids get their own hip style, too. “In Town Style” Contributors: Lauren Levin, Trish Kall- Just Between Us man and Janine Marino 10. Too Cool By Grace Bennett 17. Dr. Lyn McKay Explains Guest Editor her Passion for Reading 34 CCSD’s popular school Superintendent shares her 8. A Community that Shines philosophy on reading as well as tips on how to get By Dawn Greenberg your kids to fall in love with books, too. Plus find out Happenings her recent favorite reads! By Dawn Greenberg 38. Raveis’ “Ride and Walk,” September 12 21. 20 New Authors Add Ever 40. Houlihan Lawrence “Shop For A Cause,” More Excitement to CCBF! October 3 New genres and talented illustrators bring new PCS Welcomes Rabbi Julie Hilton Danan breadth and depth to the Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival on October 3rd. The book festival plans more 42. “The Little Pool that Could,” The Armonk sponsors and food offerings, too. By Sarah Jane Weill Outdoor Art Show, and Bilotta’s “Night of your Life” benefitting Friends of Karen 26. How Sujean Rim has Inside Thoughts “Back to School” Covered Children’s book author/illustrator and acclaimed 44. College Advice from a Rising Sophomore graphic artist Sujean Rim adds to her book offerings By Sarah Jane Weill with “Birdie’s First Day of School,” just in time to get Et Cetera your kids ready for their school year. By Dawn Greenberg 48. Après Summer Vacation By Jodi Baretz Advertorials Advertisers at a Glance, page 47 41. The Lowdown on the New SAT 2.0 By Alan Sheptin Cover: 43. How to Pay for College CCSD Superintendent Dr. Lyn Mckay By Scott Kahan Photo by Carolyn Simpson Ideas from Our Sponsors www.doublevisionphotographers.com 47. Hot Runaway Trends from LOL Kids and Prestigious Award to Neave Group 6 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 Repeat at Family BRitches.
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FAMILY BRITCHES 70 King St., Chappaqua, NY n 914.238.8017 39 Elm St., New Canaan, CT n 203.966.0518 www.familybritches.com September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 7 GUEST EDITOR A Community that Shines By Dawn Greenberg outside of our borders. What could be better than encourag- When my kids were toddlers, ing a love of books to remind us I felt pure relief as summer came of our place in the universe and to an end–finally a bit of respite to expose kids to every corner from tantrums, diapers and long, of the globe? I’ve always known long days. My boys would soon that an early love of reading puts fall back into the welcoming arms you in good stead for life and it’s of their preschool teachers. something I’m eager to encourage in every kid I meet. In interview- These days when September ing Dr. Lyn McKay for this issue, I looms, I feel quite sad at the was thrilled to hear her amplifica- speed with which our summers tion on the vital role of reading fly by and wish we could have in kids’ academic and emotional just...one...more....week....please! development. I feel not a little anxious about It has also been so uplifting what the new school year brings: and exciting to be involved in the familiar knot in my belly wor- founding Chappaqua Cares with rying about different classmates my partner Jessica Reinmann. and new routines to conquer. Par- Whether gathering food for the ticularly with kids who struggle many food pantries with explod- a bit, my anxieties are multiplied ing need in our area, helping but also eased by the support of Dawn with Ben, 9, on a family vacation in Ogunquit, Maine out a resident who finds herself other friends and parents and by in a painful situation or even the knowledge that our teachers sential New England town with yellow gathering dolls to contribute to a are warm and welcoming–and ready tips just starting to appear on trees on parenting class for immigrant parents for anything! nearly hills. The morning of the CCBF, at Neighbor’s Link, we find our days I’m at Bell school by 5 a.m., so excited to be intensely rewarding with a new Luckily, we all soon fall back into and anxious for our 85+ authors to challenge around every corner. our roles and routines (with the oc- soon populate our big tent. Even more casional backward glance at beach exciting is 10 a.m., when the eager Our biggest production, building on days, leisurely dinners on the deck readers pour in...and keep coming! the wonderful original Empty Bowls and fireworks). I’ve always felt that program begun in Chappaqua by Pen- our town is at its best during Septem- Our “little engine that could” book ny Vane, will be an amazing celebra- ber/October: a slight coolness in the festival, has grown from a modest tion in November called Empty Bowls breeze, the leaves just beginning to dream (maybe we’ll draw 1,000 kids!) Westchester (see Jessica’s article in turn, then an acceleration of activi- to becoming the biggest children’s this issue). We have high aims to pro- ties like Community Day, fall festivals book festival in the metropolitan area, vide funding not only for the Mount and Halloween. This is why we chose in only three years. It would be impos- Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry but for this time of year for the Chappaqua sible to pull off without the year-round many other pantries in our area. In Children’s Book Festival. Down in the work of our core group of volunteers, fact, my amazing artistic neighbor hollow of St. Mary the Virgin’s lawn, plus hundreds more who magically Mindy Kombert and her friends in you can imagine you’re in a quintes- appear on book the Northern Westchester Artists’ festival day. Our Guild have worked tirelessly to help sponsors are piv- local folks find their inner artist to www.theinsidepress.com otal to helping us create gorgeous bowls to be given away Sept/Oct 2015 • Volume 12, Number 4 be the best we can at the event. So far we have created Publisher & Editor in Chief, Grace Bennett be for the thou- close to 100 bowls, with approximately Guest Editor Graphic Designer Publisher Associate sands of visitors 50 more needed–each a work of art Dawn Greenberg Dina Spalvieri Caroline Rosengarden who arrive. It’s a and passion. day for our com- Web Design Accounts/Billing General Counsel Whatever your fall brings–and I Ryan Smith, Rick Waters Carine Feist Brian Hand munity to shine! Inside ChappaquaTM is published six times a year, and is owned and operated by hope your expectations are high– The Inside Press, Inc. Mailing address: PO Box 643, Millwood, NY 10546 © 2015. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. 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September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 9 JUST BETWEEN US Too Cool If you have on this topic, so ing the fall benefit); along with past been living in a story here, too, coverage of mental health topics and Chappaqua for on that. Also, MHA events, I know the “Time to any length of after months Talk” theme in both Winter editions time, you have of collaborating touched both Castle communities likely already with the Town of and I’m grateful to the openness and heard of Dawn New Castle, we insights of writers Janine Crowley Greenberg! released “Inside Haynes and Rich Klein, and to Grace Bennett Dawn wears my New Castle: Executive Editor Beth Besen. multiple hats Welcome to our around town, Neighborhood.” mymy There’s also a lot of love and com-
!! NewCastle o dd NewCastle o spearheads all kinds of charitable un- Do save your WWeellccoommee ttoo OOuurr NNeeiigghhbboorrhhoo passion in this issue; stories about dertakings (often via her “Chappaqua copy (like, for- the 2015 Sunrise Camp Walk and the Cares, Chappaqua Shares”), directs our ever!), or down- upcoming Empty Bowls Westches- Chamber, and to my delight, agreed to load one at the Inside my New Castle ter fundraiser are examples. For that guest edit this “Back to Cool” themed link at insidepress.com. The tremendous reason, I’d like to dedicate this edition issue. I wanted to bring the Chappaqua support the guide received is really too to my dear friend, Chappaqua’s Lori Children’s Book Festival “to life,” and cool and reflective of the high caliber Sachare, who passed after a coura- Dawn, its founder, rose to the occa- of area merchant support (a theme geous battle against a Stage 4 cancer. sion–together with her talented team. aptly described by Madeline Finesmith Lori, a long time contributor to IC on the opposite page here, too). too, always seemed to have an endless As for me, it has been a fabulous reservoir of love and compassion. Like summer. I may be “empty nest,” but I’m also feeling very honored by the so many, I will miss her a great deal. have discovered multiple reasons to “MHA Media” award being presented continue to love New Castle. The in October to The Inside Press by the Town wants others to feel similarly; Mental Health Association of Westch- I covered a “Roundtable Discussion” ester (see below and consider support-
You are invited to The Mental Health Association of Westchester’s Fall Benefit
Friday , October 23, 2015 at 7 pm CV Rich Mansion • White Plains, New York Cocktails • Dinner • Silent Auction • Live Music Lili Lynton and Michael Lynton, Chairs The following outstanding individuals will be honored for their dedicated and inspiring leadership:
A TRIBUTE MHA ON THE MOVE AWARD Marion Lynton Bernadette Kingham-Bez Remembering psychologist and esteemed member of MHA Executive Director of St. Vincent’s Hospital Westchester’s Board of Directors for 26 years and Senior Vice President of Saint Joseph’s Medical Center MHA MEDIA AWARD Inside Chappaqua and Inside Armonk Magazines Publisher and Editor Grace Bennett
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10 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 By Madeline Finesmith The Generosity Their participation helps the CSF to help channel the communities’ Residents of New Castle cannot generosity into our schools. fail to notice the philanthropic spirit that thrives here. All you have Our businesses team up with to do is drive through the town of of Our Local us to help raise money for our Chappaqua on a typical day and causes. Restaurants allow us to you will see banners across Gree- use their facilities at little or no ley, signs in stores, or postings on profit to themselves, sometimes Instagram or Facebook Businesses setting aside whole ar- about the current eas of their property for fundraising activities. weekly events. Stores Have you ever fo- host events to raise cused upon how much money for specific local of that fundraising organizations. involves the generos- ity and involvement Sometimes they even of our local business come to the charities community? to suggest events, not the other way around. Our businesses Sometimes the stores support our causes in make things happen by ways big and small, strategizing with an or- some going to extraor- ganization how to hold dinary lengths to help their event. The organi- us make good things zation, publicity and happen. Evan’s Team funding for these events receives not just in- are all time consuming kind donations of sig- tasks that require seri- nage, but also organi- ous effort on the part of zational services for Grace Bennett Photo our businesses. the information that Enjoying the Chappaqua School Foundation Fundraiser: (L-R) David and Jenifer Gefsky, needs to be collected Bill Wachtell, Annie Zabar, Fran Flamino and Rachel Rader There are many other from its sponsors. examples of how our “Some of our business community Robert Fuhrer, an Evan’s Team gets involved with our causes. Board member, says that when a largest community events The point is, we are in a symbi- large fundraising effort is held, peo- otic relationship. They need our ple only see the finished product. simply could not happen patronage, and we rely on their However there is a lot of organiza- support to help make our com- tional work that goes into it, and without the support of munity a vibrant and meaningful our businesses help us with that our business place to live. work. It is those incredible types of intangible services that no one community.” But what is clear is that as a knows about, that truly demon- whole, our business community strate the philanthropic nature of Our businesses have made a huge has become our partner in philan- our business community. impact on our children’s education thropy. They not only give materially, through their support of the Chappa- but also have also become involved on Some of our largest commu- qua School Foundation. a deeper level by making our causes nity events simply could not happen their own. without the support of our business Started in 2011 in a difficult eco- community. The Chappaqua Children’s nomic environment, CSF’s Spring Madeline Finesmith lives with her Book Festival, now in its third year, is Madness Program involves both a husband, son and two cats in Chappaqua a prime example of that. Chappaqua’s discount program and silent auction. where she has been a resident for 13 businesses provide a majority of the Hundreds of businesses now partici- years. With a background in tax consult- outright cash funding needed to rent pate, directly resulting in grants for ing, Madeline currently serves as the the tents, tables and other costs of the educational innovation. David Gefsky, Chair of the Bell Middle School PTA and festival. Publicity services help draw President of CSF, says that the com- the Assistant Executive Director of the in thousands of attendees. The stores munity at large should be aware of the Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival. hold pre-festival events to raise aware- enormous gratitude and appreciation ness and excitement for the festival. that is owed to our local businesses for There is now even a permanent mural their ongoing support. on the side of a downtown building! September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 11 Chappaqua Cares to Raise Funds for Empty Bowls Westchester By Jessica Reinmann Chappaqua Cares is hosting "Empty Bowls Westchester," its first Fundrais- ing Event, on Wednesday, November 4, at The Whippoorwill Club in Armonk. Empty Bowls is an international grassroots effort to fight hunger. The basic premise is simple: the community works together to create handcrafted bowls. Guests are invited to a simple meal of soup and bread. In exchange for a cash donation, guests are asked to keep a bowl as a reminder of all the empty bowls in the world. The Empty Bowls movement has taken off in many cities around the country and the world.
The money raised at Empty Bowls Westchester will be donated to the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry, The Community Center of Northern Westchester and other food pantries around Northern Westchester. The Chappaqua Artists Guild is helping to paint and glaze 150 bowls. Chappaqua Cares has been hosting painting par- ties at local venues including Quaker Hill Tavern, Sherry B, Lange’s Little Store, and the Chappaqua Library to encourage community members to get involved in and excited about the event. Additionally, Chappauqa Cares is hoping that others in the communi- ty, both artists and families, will make their own bowls to donate. There will also be a "Celebrity Bowls" silent auction where event attendees can bid on bowls signed and/or painted by celebrities in the sports, music, movie, television and political world. There will even be some very special bowls painted by some very recogniz- able "local celebrities".
Event tickets are $125 and can be purchased through the Chappaqua Cares website at www.chappaquacares. org. To sponsor the event or donate a "Celebrity Bowl,” please contact me at Bowl Painting Party Photos provided courtesy of Mindy Kombert of the NWAG [email protected]. 12 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 21 Years in Armonk! New Programs! Private Voice Lessons 3 + 4 Year old Music Ballet • Modern •Tap Jazz • Lyrical • Contemporary Hip Hop and Acro Musical Theater!
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September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 13 FALL INTO FASHION THIS SEASON:
Stylish in Town Offerings Abound By Lauren Levin Photos by Carolyn Simpson Here’s our solution…check out our Fall is an amazing season. The fash- stores in town! You’ll save time. You’ll ion is especially fun: structured blaz- receive impeccable service. And you ers, thick boots, and boyfriend jeans. might even find something to wear It’s a beautiful one in Chappaqua–and that’s a trade up from that old uniform. the busiest! School starts! Work gets Take a moment to check out what this crazy; you may have been working the town has to offer this fall season–I entire summer but the Tuesday after think you’ll be pleasantly surprised! Labor Day is always a bit more hectic? You may well find yourself/entire fam- Touted as the store for the entire ily completely booked in September/ family, Squires Family Clothing and October/November: driving kids to Footwear has great brands and an soccer practice/playdates/ amazing selection year round.
Cheryl’s House of 29 Look (left to right): Chrisu scarf, Madeworn Rock vintage tee, all jewelry by Kismet, Mavi jeans to suit your lifestyle. With a struc- tured blazer over a vintage Billy Joel tee (does anyone not like Billy Joel?), and boyfriend skinny jeans, Cheryl looks casual but sharp. Discovering a good pair of jeans is like discovering Shangri-La. These Mavi ones fit her like a dream. Utilizing the scarf as a head band, Cheryl’s crystal blue eyes just popped. To complete the look, she added delicate pieces of jewelry.
Nicole’s Look: From Squires-Nally & Millie long sleeve, Fillmore rain coat, Christopher Blue Trent’s Squires Look: Arc’teryx vest, Vineyard stretch cords, and Frye motorcycle boots. Vines button down, Tommy Bahama cords, and Chrisu scarf and all jewelry from House of 29. Ugg Boots Tom Ford sunglasses from Eye Gallery. Hair by Salon 228 and makeup by Victoria Hair You can find a Patagonia fleece for from Cathy’s Hair Room chilly summer nights and it’s the go to store for busy, casual, days. In Nicole’s birthday parties/Dunkin Donuts (they case, she’s got three kids (ages 3 to 10); seem to all get hungry), and picking up she’s constantly on the move. Comfort a blueberry pie at the Farmer’s Market and function is essential. Grey stretch (it’s just that good!). If you’re feeling pants, an Army green rain coat with ambitious, you make a stop at Com- hidden hood, and motorcycle boots munity Day, this year on September serve her well. She popped on a few 26th, so your two-year-old can hit that accessories to enhance her look. For bouncy castle. the weekend, Trent swapped his track Alex’s Family Britches Look with a Jocelyn rab- pants and sneakers for grey corduroys, bit infinity scarf. Hair and makeup by Victoria Bottom line: You are always running comfortable walking boots, and, the Hair from Cathy’s Hair Room. short on time; also, you just moved Arc’teryx vest, a best seller at Squires. here; all you own are your “city” clothes Trent bought it unprompted right after (you know the ones you wore before the photo shoot–enough said! Perhaps Friday night you’ll meet you had kids?). Maybe you have too your spouse at Le Jardin du roi, our many work clothes? Or you’ve been A new addition to the hamlet, always popular and reliable French meaning to buy a new wardrobe, but House of 29 showcases up and coming Bistro. For Trent, he’s hopping off who has time to drive to and from the designers, looks from day to evening. the train wearing a reversible Zegna mall (and who wants to pay for parking Sarah, the owner, grew up in Chappa- overcoat–wool on one side, waterproof anyway)? qua. Her goal: Find you an entire outfit on the other, cashmere sweater over 14 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 and rabbit infinity scarf. If you look good in black stretchy pants, logic says that you’ll look even better in leather, black, stretchy pants. Colorful bling from ICD Contempo- rary Jewelry and a handbag from Couture Dossier elevate her look.
Trent’s Family Britches look. Cheryl’s House of 29 Look: Veda blazer and Hair done by Salon 228 Carolina Bucci bracelets. Hair and makeup by Victoria Hair from Cathy’s Hair Room. With this breadth of merchandise, a button down, and blue slacks–pow! you’ll find something that suits your Family Britches assembled this lifestyle right here in Chappaqua. entire look together because this is Fall is such a great time in this town. what they do best. They artfully Enjoy it. And enjoy looking good. curate wardrobes for their clien- Alex’s Look (L-R): Reed Krakoff Bag from Couture Lauren Levin is a former Buyer tele. Plus they will accommodate your Dossier; Marika rings and Legi Emerald Earrings from and full-time mom. She serves on the schedule by meeting you at your home ICD Contemporary Jewelry; Allude cashmere sweater Chappaqua-Millwood Chamber of Com- or office, delivering to your house, and and Repeat leather leggings from Family Britches. merce and loves to shop local. providing alterations free of charge Trent’s Family Britches Look (L-R): Top coat, button on purchased merchandise. For the down, and cashmere sweater by Zegna, Martin Ding- women’s look, Alex is wearing slim man belt, Incotex pants, and Allen Edmonds shoes. leather pants, a cashmere sweater, Funky Sophistication & Self Expression Lead Kids’ Fall Fashion Trends This fall, fashion is all about being true For back- For the to oneself and showing off individuality. to-school, no color-loving There’s no need to conform or limit when look is com- free spirit, mix your child suits up for the season. With plete without colors, pat- Princess Kate plastered all over the maga- acknowledging terns and tex- zines, many girls are loving impeccably that fashion tures in what pretty dresses. But if your kid likes to funk is more than we’re calling it up, add a retro frill or colorful cardi to just bottoms a “gypsy chic” add pizzaz and stylize the look. and tops. From look. Let your aviator in- children pick A popular trend, spired hats to One rockin’ outfit by Jag- their own dual-use clothing, burlap bows to ged Culture clothes. It will please parents as brightly colored doesn’t have much as kids. Tried foot fashion, “Head to Toe” outfitting to match; it’s and true reversibles is all the rage. all imperfectly are here to stay, but You can find many of these fabulous fall fashion perfect! Paper Wings leads the make some room for trends in the new Hip-Kid Children’s Boutique in way in “Gypsy Chic” Take a convertible Chappaqua along with artisan designed toys adorable dresses that and unique accessories. dress by Neve & convert to long skirts. Trish Kallman is a former advertising Hawk for a spin For boys, tee and sweatshirts graphic designer/art director and owner are always popu- of Hip-Kid Children’s Boutique: the shop This Cavelle Cardigan is she has always dreamed of. She is passion- retro and frilly, but don’t lar, but this year’s graphic shirts are ate about music, animal rights, and her be afraid to pair it with three boys (not necessarily in that order). funky leggings. all about express- ing individuality Janine Marino is a former fashion with statements and lifestyle talk show host. She is the representing their Creative/Marketing Director of the CCBF, personality and a marketing/advertising and PR consult- Express oneself with ant and freelance copywriter. spirit. a Neve & Hawk tee September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 15 Happy New Year, Chappaqua! Make it a sweet one…
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In our elementary Lyn McKay, despite the unrelenting school reading workshop, for example, demands of her job as the Superinten- DG: Thinking about reading in our teachers provide time for silent read- dent of the Chappaqua Central School schools, I think obviously our teachers ing and small group book discussions. District, remains an avid book lover– do a fabulous job with it. And in let- They also ensure that students select and even finds time to read, both for ting the kids drive what interests them books that are on their instructional professional development and independent levels. and pleasure. In other words, students are reading books that are In fact, Dr. McKay has a neither too difficult nor too Ph.D. in Reading in addi- Dr. Lyn McKay easy, which allows them to tion to her Supervision and continually master reading Administration Cognate. skills. Teachers teach stu- Growing up in New Jersey, Shares her dents how to select books reading was always an im- that are on their reading portant part of her family levels so students do not life from her earliest years. struggle unnecessarily. Early favorites included Love for Reading the Nancy Drew and Clara DG: Absolutely, I mean Barton, Nurse, series. it’s hard to keep my third- grader from Harry Potter She notes that her family and he is not there yet. read the newspaper twice daily–the early morning Dr. McKay: Choice is delivery of the main paper important, too. We provide and the evening independ- a variety of genres in our ent paper. She was also classroom libraries. We an avid reader of comics, want to ensure that chil- including Little Lulu. dren are reading nonfiction as well as fiction. My own “As I got older, I became 12-year-old granddaugh- a Dickens fan and then ter loves biography. She is when my children were not in one of Chappaqua’s young and I was study- schools, but she probably ing children’s literature has read more biographies at Columbia, I would read at her age than I have. children’s classics to my own children. We loved DG: I love biographies. Make Way for Ducklings, all I am very much a non- the Angus books, and Play fictional person. with Me.” Lyn’s favorite book was everybody’s Dr. McKay: The reader’s favorite: The Secret Garden. and writer’s workshops “I periodically pick it up are critically important to and read it even now. I just us because they include think it’s the best.” I think that’s so important. What do vast classroom libraries that provide you think our strengths are and what students with a variety of choices and Dr. McKay has three children and is your overarching philosophy? ranges of reading levels to choose eight grandchildren with whom she from. We now have more classroom happily shares her love of reading. She Dr. McKay: My overarching phi- libraries and choice reading at our mid- has two favorites she reads with the losophy is that students need to read a dle schools and even at our high school grandchildren who range from one and lot and have a lot of choice in selecting than we did even five years ago. a half to 16-years-old. books. We want children of all ages to love reading. DG: So you don’t say, “You have to For the little ones, Hurricane by read...,” you say, “You can choose to David Weisner is one that is read very DG: Everyday? read...?” often. For those who are elementary and middle, they read A Christmas Dr. McKay: Everyday. Dr. McKay: I would say both. Stu- Carol together during the holidays dents should read daily and have some when Dr. McKay sets up her Christmas DG: Even in the summer? choice about what they read. Frequent- Carol village. ly, students select from a large variety Dr. McKay: Especially in the sum- of texts. At times, teachers require To my delight, Dr. McKay and I had mer.Students should be reading what particular books and support students a chance to chat about her own as they enjoy and talking to their parents as they read them. At other times well as the District’s philosophy as it and friends about their favorite books. students choose from teacher-selected September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 17 Parents and friends provided an authentic audience for students in English 9/10 classes at Greeley. Students showcased a favorite piece of writing repre- senting many genres including literary essays, persuasive pieces, definition essays, personal narratives, reader-response pieces, and poetry. Guests also were asked to give the author feedback by writing a few comments on a notecard. genre. In addition, students should DG: Emotional ties to the reader? DG: What do you think about our have opportunities each day to read little book festival that we’ve started? for pleasure. One question you asked Dr. McKay: Yes. Parents sometimes I noticed you there with your grand- was about how we provide for the think, especially with preschoolers, daughter this year. student who struggles and the student that it’s best to work on phonics and who is an avid reader. It is through the focus on letters and the sounds of the Dr. McKay: What really impressed reader’s workshop structure, which letters, but reading to young children me was the volume of books, the num- allows teachers to easily differentiate is actually more important and having ber of authors, the number of students and ensure students are reading at the conversations about reading is impor- who were just enthralled with the appropriate levels. tant too. I am not talking about asking books…and the llamas. For my grand- children questions about a plot, but daughter, I don’t know what she liked DG: Right, which I think is a rather having discussions about what more, the many books or the llamas, strength in our District. a child predicts will happen next in a and I really mean that! story or about what a child is curious Dr. McKay: I see it as a strength. about, for those kinds of discussions Dr. McKay: She loves reading and build critical thinking along with the animals. DG: And what would you think is love of reading. a recipe for success for infecting your DG: Perfect. kids with a love of reading. If they are One evening in June, I was in the reluctant, what can we all do to com- iLab at the high school. One of our Dr. McKay: So if there is a llama bat that? teachers, Jacqueline Abair, was having and books, you will have a very happy a reading and writing celebration with girl. Dr. McKay: My answer is, “Read her ninth and tenth grade English aloud to your children and enjoy talk- classes. She had students write their DG: Any favorite authors you en- ing with them about their favorite favorite literary quotes on the walls joyed meeting? books.” There is lots of research indi- and display their written works on cating that reading aloud to students posterboards. Dr. McKay: We didn’t have a fa- makes a significant difference in their vorite; we just walked from one to the comprehension and infuses a love of There were parents and administra- next to the next. We had a great time. reading. As parents, we often think of tors there, and what was very excit- reading aloud as what we should do ing was the way she turned the iLab DG: It’s amazing, right? Each one with two-year-olds or four-year-olds into an environment that celebrated was better than the last. or five-year olds, but reading aloud to reading and writing. The students who older students is important as well. introduced the work stood up and read Dr. McKay: I agree. It was a ter- I remember when my husband was poems and then said to the audience, rific community and family affair. The reading aloud Les Miserables. He read “Now I want you to listen to the poem book festival was a true celebration of the entire book aloud to our mid- a second time so you can feel it and literacy. What a lovely event! dle school daughter and she loved it. know what it’s about.” It was a beauti- Children get so much more from read ful event. DG: Thank you. We think we have aloud than learning the content of a even more authors this year and we book. It increases language develop- Dr. McKay: It was a celebration of are trying to bring in diversity, differ- ment, motivation, and curiosity. At reading and writing in an incredible ent ages and different genres, and it the same time, parents and children environment with a real audience. It has been exciting to see some of the can build strong relationships through was really so exciting! authors who have reached out to us– read aloud. Nina Crews, David Ezra Stein.
18 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 Dr. McKay: Really?! Dr. McKay: Of course I am always DG: I really enjoyed talking to you reading professional books, which I and please be sure to put October 3rd DG: Then you get in the position of very much enjoy. Right now, David on your calendar for the Chappaqua having to turn people away or giving Rock’s Your Brain at Work is very excit- Children’s Book Festival. them half days but it is a good problem ing to me. I like neuroscience. to have. Dr. McKay: I will. It is a celebration I also enjoyed Just Mercy, which is I will be sure to attend. Thank you. Dr. McKay: You truly have to be written by Bryan Stevenson–he is the excited about that! executive director of Equal Justice Ini- Guest Editor Dawn Greenberg is the tiative in Montgomery, Alabama. It’s a founder and director of the Chappaqua DG: Very excited. I would do it two true story of justice and redemption. Children’s Book Festival, founder of days if we could but logistically it’s Chappaqua Cares, and executive director impossible. Dr. McKay: I also was with many of the Chappaqua-Millwood Chamber of of my grandchildren so I read a lot of Commerce. She lives with her husband DG: So I have to ask: What were children’s books with them. Paul and son Ben in Chappaqua. your beach reads this summer? More about our School District Leader Dr. Lyn McKay is ing and Learning, K-12, where she and presented at numerous education- Superintendent of established a writing demonstration al institutes throughout the country. the Chappaqua Cen- school and led research, development, Her publications include Flexible tral School District. and implementation of curriculum Grouping for Literacy in the Elementary She was Assistant and instruction, K-12. Since coming Grades, Teachers on the Cutting Edge, Superintendent for to New York, Dr. McKay has been the and Extended Wait-time and its Effect on Curriculum and In- president of the Putnam-Northern Listening Comprehension. struction and then Westchester BOCES Curriculum Deputy Superintendent for Chappaqua Council, a consultant to neighboring Dr. McKay received her master’s Schools for eight years prior. Before districts on leadership practices, an degree from Teachers College, Colum- that she worked in Pinellas County executive coach, and currently co- bia University and her Ph.D. from the Florida as a Reading and Language facilitates the Tri-State Consortium’s University of South Florida, where she Arts Supervisor and Director of Teach- Steering Committee. She has chaired became an adjunct professor.
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By Sarah Jane Weill girl from Connecticut, describes her The full list of new authors in at- style. “It’s historical fiction through a tendance this year is as follows: It’s no surprise that the Chappaqua fashion lens. Louise tries on a vintage Nina Crews, Susan Stockdale, Children’s Book Festival (CCBF), a dress and gets magically transported Jennifer Berne, Jane Sutcliffe, growing phenomenon, has attracted back to the last time the dress was Sarah Cross, Virginia Euwer Wolff, a whole cast of new authors for this worn,” And Turetsky adds, “she gets to Henry Neff, Matt Myklush, Susan year’s upcoming event on October 3rd. meet some of the greatest fashionistas Kuklin, Emmy Laybourne, Wendy Highly praised by the media as well as in history.” Mass, Bianca Turetsky, Natasha in the literary community, the CCBF Sinel, Sergio Ruzzier, Caldecott gets numerous requests from authors Virgina Euwer Wolff writes more Medalists David Ezra Stein and Ed and illustrators to join the festival. realistic fiction. “I’m particularly inter- Young, Anya Wallach, and father The 20 newcomers this year bring ested in young people who are trying and daughter co-authors Jeff and more variety to the event in terms of to understand the transitions that Erynn Altabel. genre, content, and appeal. In hosting are happening to them…as they go a range of authors, the CCBF can cater through the twisty route to maturity,” Avid reader Sarah Jane Weill, HGHS to the needs of almost every young she says in describing her novels such Class of ’14, is entering her sophomore reader, which will draw a larger turn- as True Believer. year at Boudin College. out to the festival. Henry Neff who, along with author Two genres that were particularly Matt Myklush, adds more contempo- sought after are nonfiction and Young rary fantasy and adventure fiction to Adult (YA.) Nonfiction has a big ap- the festival this year. peal for children, so they were pleased “Both The Tapestry to add authors like Jennifer Berne and my upcoming and Susan Stockdale. These writers Impyrium series blend focus on concepts that engage read- elements of fantasy, ers in their own world. “I like to write mythology, science about our amazing universe and the fiction and history in people who explore its mysteries and ways I haven’t encoun- discover its secrets,” Berne says in tered too often,” Neff reference to her books like On a Beam says in describing his of Light about Albert Einstein. “I try work. “While [the two to write books that are as compelling, series] have many ele- interesting and inspiring for the adults ments of epic fantasy, who read them as for the children the stories and many they’re reading them to.” In discussing characters have roots her books like Stripes of all Types, Su- in actual historical san Stockdale says, “I enjoy conveying eras, events and folk- scientific themes such as how animals lore. It’s a lot of fun benefit from their stripes and spots.” to blend my love of history with products Since the breadth of the YA reader- of my imagination.” ship is so wide, organizers of the CCBF wanted to expand the representation This is only a of this genre in order to appeal to even sample of the great more readers. As a result, the new YA new authors who will authors vary in terms of their content. complement the many See next page returning authors that for pictures of Bianca Turetsky, author of The should make it a very Time-Travelling Fashionista series exciting year for the some new about Louise Lambert, a 12-year-old CCBF. CCBF authors September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 21 Jennifer Berne Susan Stockdale
Nina Crews Biana Turetsky
Virginia Euwer Wolff Henry Neff
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Back in class, Birdie learned where some of her favorite things come from.
Did you know Italy looks just like one of Mommy’s boots? Although she flies somewhat un- der the radar locally, Sujean Rim has quite a loyal fan base of moms and young kids for her books like Birdie's Big Hair and the just-released Sujean Rim: Birdie's First Day of School. She holds readings regularly at the Chappaqua Author, library that always draw a crowd. Her next Birdie book is due out for Halloween 2016. This will be Back in class, Birdie learned where some of her favorite Illustrator followed by a loosely autobiographi- things come from. cal tale personified by bears plus Then during art she experimented with color. (and Charlie’s Mom) two other non-Birdie books in the Did you know Italy looks just like one of Mommy’s boots? 6/26/14 6:08 PM pipeline with Scholastic. In addition to her children's books, she creates very well-regarded illustrations for birdiesbiggirlschool_interior_4P.indd 28-29 Calls clients like Bloomingdales, Barnes & Noble, Uniqlo, Jockey and UNAids. Chappaqua Sujean and her husband Bob (also an artist) are proud parents to Charlie who will start first grade at Coman Hills this fall. She notes, "My Home husband and I have always loved children's literature and have been reading to Charlie since he was still Then during art she experimentedin withmy color.belly! We still read about two to five books together every night. Our art studio is 6/26/14in 6:08 our PM home so he enjoys drawing with us when we
birdiesbiggirlschool_interior_4P.indd 28-29 work and considers himself a ‘seri- ous artist’ too."
She adds "CCBF is my favorite event! It has really been a fun way to connect with so many readers, fellow authors/ illustrators and of course, my neighbors. I can't wait to participate again this year!" Sujean will read and talk about Birdie’s First Day of School at the Chappaqua Library on Thursday, September 3rd at 4:30. –Dawn Greenberg 26 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015
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One of Chap- So I began to write paqua's most little stories about well known and what they were doing prolific chil- and saying. These dren's authors, stories grew into a Jean Van Leeu- book, Tales of Oliver wen, is part of Pig. Over the years, an adorable and that first book has sweet surprise grown into a whole for a certain series of Easy-to- class of first Read books about graders each Oliver and Amanda year. Pig. Even though my children are now Douglas Graf- Photos by Jolie Simpson grown-up, I still write flin Elemen- from my memories tary School first of the fun we had grade teacher together when they Yvonne Davies were young." tells the story: "Jean has been vol- unteering with me approximately 15 The Chappaqua Children's Book Fes- years: she worked with two other col- tival and Hall of Scoops are thrilled to leagues before me that I know of. The pay tribute to Oliver and Amanda Pig children develop a relationship with with a "Purple Pig Tales" flavor at Hall her over the year as she works with of Scoops during the month of Sep- them one on one, giving ideas and sug- tember. Proceeds will benefit the JCY- gestions. They know her as a commu- WCP SMART nity volunteer, “Mrs. Gavril” until May, program when we do ‘the reveal.’ The priceless looks on their faces when (Students they discover that Mrs. Gavril IS Jean and Mature Van Leeuwen, and realize they Adults Read have been working with a famous Together). A author all year is one of the high- kick-off party lights of first grade. While kids on Monday, always enjoy working with her, August 31st after they realize who she is, they from 2-4 p.m. can't get enough." will include crafts, games Shhh…keep it a secret, parents of and a reading by Jean Van Leeuwen. rising first graders! About the upcoming book festival, Jean has lived in Chappaqua for Jean says: "I of course am a big fan of 38 years, and have been volun- the book festival! It provides an oppor- teering at Grafflin for close to 20 tunity for local children to purchase years. books directly from the author and illustrator and have them signed then While her Oliver and Amanda and there. They may learn a little bit Pig series are popular around the about how a book comes to be. And world, she has written for both the festival promotes reading, and “By then kids have become better toddlers and middle graders we well. encourages parents to be involved in readers and have often fallen in love reading with their children." with the Oliver and Amanda Pig book She notes: "Many of them have been series, written by Jean van Leeuwen. inspired by my own two children, –Dawn Greenberg David and Elizabeth. When they were One day in May, I let them know very small, I didn't have much time for that they will get to meet Jean Van writing. The only free time in my day Leeuwen and the excitement grows. was when they were taking their naps. 28 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 LOT 4 KING STREET 8 ANNANDALE DRIVE SOLD 14 VISTA COURT CHAPPAQUA CHAPPAQUA 7 TURTLEBACK WAY CHAPPAQUA WEB# CQ1143018 $3,245,000 WEB# CQ1127539 $2,100,000 CHAPPAQUA WEB# CQ1135648 $1,755,000 Joanne Georgiou, Associate Real Estate Broker Wendy Nolan, Real Estate Salesperson Jeanne Coon, Associate Real Estate Broker Deena Bouchier, Real Estate Salesperson Mobile 914.584.9408 Mobile 914.610.6334 Mobile 914.263.6123 Mobile 914.552.2360
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Another summer is almost in the Third, make it rearview mirror, which meansIt’s that the healthy. Elementary! Healthy daily ritual of backpacks and lunch- doesn’t mean boxes is just up the road. For those bland anymore, of us who need to pack snacks for and there are our younger kids each school day, the loads of choices choices can be a little bit overwhelm- for healthy snacks ing. But they don’t have to be. Follow that are tasty too. these simple guidelines, and your kids Dried fruit, veggie can stay energized with healthy snacks puffs, baked corn that don’t take forever to pack, and or rice puffs, car- won’t end up uneaten and wasted. rots, sliced apple, banana, grapes First, make it tasty. Pack snacks that and squeezable your elementary school kids will want applesauce are to eat and that you know that they like all delicious and and aren’t likely to waste. Air-popped healthy, and the Chef Lisa Beels (on left) and Laura Anderson popcorn is one great option. fruit options It is packed with fiber and anti- contain natural Laura Anderson is a pastry cook who oxidants, without all of the butter, sugar without the crash. For energy, trained at the Institute of Culinary Edu- sodium and calories of theater-style granola is a healthy source of carbs, as cation and worked at Bar Americain and are baked and whole grain Mesa Grill. Prior to that, Laura worked crackers. Save the protein for at the Harry Walker Agency organizing meal time, and avoid candy speaking engagements. She is an avid bars and sugary drinks. home baker and stays home with her three children in Chappaqua. Fourth, make sure your kids’ snacks are appropri- Chef Lisa Beels has been cooking ately sized. Just as you professionally for over 10 years. Lisa first don’t have unlimited time graduated Ithaca College, and later at- to prepare your kids’ snacks, tended Cordon Bleu in London, England. grade school kids don’t have After returning to New York City, Lisa unlimited time to eat them. founded Haute Palate, a personal chef They don’t need much–just and small catering business. Lisa has two enough to tide them over children, Dane, 9, and Annalise, 4. until their next meal and Lisa co-authored, The Petite Palate give them enough energy Guide to Homemade Baby Food, con- to make it to the end of the tinues to host TV segments, and teach school day. Pack one item cooking classes in the NYC tri-state area. that can fit into a standard popcorn. Trail mix is another good sized sandwich option, although you will have to sub- bag or small stitute granola, pretzel, or pumpkin reusable plastic or sunflower seeds if your child is in container and can a nut-free environment. And be sure be eaten in less Le Jardin to throw a couple of chocolate chips than five minutes, in there so your kids will be excited to along with a small du Roi eat it. container of water. French Bistro Second, keep it simple. You don’t have unlimited time to prepare and pack snacks. Even if you are going to Lisa’s and 95 King Street • Chappaqua, NY 10514 make your kids’ snacks from scratch, Laura’s snack lejardinchappaqua.com use an easy recipe with a small num- recipes on ber of ingredients. There is no need to Tel: 914-238-1368 construct a multi-course meal. next page Serving Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner, 7 days/week, Open 8am September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 31 Here are some of our favorite make in advance, nut- free homemade snack ideas:
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She lost A little girl clings on to her her job soon after her mother’s hand as the two oldest son, 15-year-old cross the finish line at the Ky-mani was diagnosed third annual Sunrise Day with brain cancer two Camp fundraising walk-a- years ago. Since then he thon, SunriseWALKS. “I did has undergone surgery, it!” she beams, one by one but surgeons determined high-fiving camp counselors that his tumor was bet- and event helpers. In her ex- ter off left in because of citement, the blue bandana its position, afraid that tied over her tiny bald head taking it out might bring nearly knocks off. on other issues. Over 120 participants Ky-mani is taking life arrived at the Henry Kauf- day by day. His mother mann Campgrounds in Pearl River families,” said Sunrise Camp Direc- says that Sunrise has become an early on Sunday, June 14 for the walk, tor and Associate Executive Director important part of his life, having met showing their support for Sunrise of the Rosenthal JCC, Sandy Haft. “It many friends and received the sup- and its children. Nearly $110,000 was crushes them not only emotionally, port of camp leaders. She noted that raised at the event. but economically.” With every dollar Sunrise Day Camp has not failed to let raised, Sunrise is able to ease some fi- her down either. Sunrise Day Camp is the only day nancial burden for families of children camp in the world for children with with cancer and simultaneously create “For me, being pushed into the cancer and their siblings. It func- some normalcy in their lives. cancer world was really hard because tions just like any other camp, mak- you no longer feel like you’re living a ing traditional activities like arts and The camp runs for 7 1/2 weeks, but normal life,” said Sewer. “Sunrise is crafts, swimming and sports available each child’s schedule is flexible based a big, giant family with people who to campers in a safe setting where they on their personal medical needs. understand my story. It gives me peace can meet children their own age who Sunrise staff is always understanding that I’m not alone in this.” have endured similar struggles. about campers missing a day if they don’t feel well or have doctor’s visits Michele Anastasia also attended Children ages 3 1/2 to 16 years are scheduled. Two nurses are on site the event with her two Sunrise sons, invited to attend–completely free of every day, ready to care for campers four-year-old Giancarlo and eight-year- charge. 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By Matt Smith tor Danny Golub. “With this kind of campers partake in music workshops music, having a connection to the song covering a variety of topics–voice, As the familiar AC/DC lyric tells us, just makes the passion of learning so rhythm, music history, and songwrit- “It’s a long way to the top if you want much better.” ing, to name a few–and a weekly music to rock ’n’ roll.” But, as project, which may we’ve also been told, include helping to you’ve got to start arrange an a cap- somewhere. And for pella version of a any kid with a deeply song or creating a rooted passion for mashup of some rocking out, it seems favorite tunes. like New York Rock Each child also Academy, the summer receives daily les- program offered within sons on at least one local music school instrument of their Music in Chappaqua, is choosing. just the right place to do that! Golub notes that the reason the Since 2004, the camp camp’s program is has allowed children all-encompassing is aged 8-18 the unique to prepare the kids opportunity to hone for the full reality of their skills playing an a rocker’s life, from instrument–or try every angle, reiterat- their hand at a new ing: “It’s not defi- one–and prepare for netly not just about their rock star future the music here.” in a friendly, welcom- ing environment. “The individual “We look at every aspect of perfor- is encouraged here,” says Music in Once their songs are picked, stu- mance,” he continues. “We encourage Chappaqua Director Janet Angier. “We dents begin practicing toward a final them to dress well on Fridays, [we don’t want to put our stamp on you. concert, to be performed at the end of ensure that] they’re playing to the We want to bring you out of yourself.” the week, at MTK Tavern on E. Main crowd, that they have stage pres- Street in Mount Kisco. These concerts, ence. We also talk about marketing And it looks like that’s just what open to the public, are another inte- and making logos and…banners each they’re doing! At the start of a given gral component of the Rock Academy week.” Ultimately, “we try to make it a session, which runs for one week, that Golub thinks makes the program full experience that’s as close to what from Monday to Friday, students so unique. “Most bars don’t let you being in a band would be like.” are divided into bands based on age, play in them until you’re 18 or 21,” taste in music, and playing ability. In says Golub. “So, it gives kids a real rock And that “full experience,” in ad- keeping with the idea of individual- ’n’ roll experience that they wouldn’t dition to having fun and rocking out, ity, songs are picked based on camper [otherwise] be able to have.” includes dealing with conflict, com- preference. “We try to give [the kids] promise, and other life skills that arise some creative freedom on what songs During the camp day, in addition to while forming a band. “Being in a band they play,” comments Camp Direc- preparing for the Friday performance, is like having a family,” states Golub.
36 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 Angier, with a smile. “They’re incred- ibly embracing the kids…they really want [them] to succeed. They’re the top teachers in the business.” To boot, most of the staff is made up of camp alums, which only strengthens their relationship with the current campers. “The counselors want to give the kids the same experi- ence they had when they came here [as
Photos courtesy of Janet Angier. courtesy of Janet Angier. Photos campers],” adds Golub. “And they can do that, ‘cause they went through it.” Kids must also be psyched to hear that the alums have enjoyed success with their bands in the real world. “We’ve had quite a few teachers and students make pretty successful careers of playing rock music,” com- “Specifically,” adds Angier, “they learn The two directors also noted–and ments Golub. Additionally, some how to be team players, and how to celebrated–the camp’s wide diversity, bands formed at the camp have won give and take. [They’re learning how both musically and geographically. county-wide competitions, such as to] listen to each other, [and] learning “We’ve had several kids come from Battle of the Bands. how to meet a deadline.” Often times, the city,” says Angier. “Danny has a students in these bands form deep student from friendships as the week goes on. Florida, who They tend to come back for the follow- comes up [to ing weeks, wanting to learn and create Chappaqua] more with these new friends. for a three- hour lesson Luckily, the fun doesn’t have to once a month. end with the end of summer. Music in One of our Chappaqua offers a Rock Workshops students even program, which allows students to comes from work in bands throughout the whole Japan!” school year. Rock Workshops students get to showcase their work in an abun- On the dance of shows across Westchester subject of and Manhattan–in restaurants, music music diver- venues, charity events and more. sity, Golub expresses that while he supports each It all aligns with Golub and Angier’s Staying with the same band for a student’s individual music prefer- mission statement for the camp: season, or even a whole year, gives ence–emphasized by allowing each of “We pride ourselves on having good children a realistic perspective on the them to choose their own songs–he teachers and keeping students in the team building to be done later in life. recognizes the benefits of exposing program as long as we can.” Consider- The friendships formed here are just students to the preferred music style ing the high success rate of counse- as rich as those in the summer. Many of their peers, as it broadens their lors and alums, mixed with the large bands after years of working together music library. “These kids are helping percentage of returning campers at Music in Chappaqua stay together each other listen to good music,” he that come from all around the world, with hopes of succeeding in the profes- says. “Not all parents necessarily listen there’s no question they’ve been tri- sional music world. to music, and a lot of these kids come umphant in their mission. And to that, here and are hearing new bands and we say, aptly: Rock on. Let’s bring all this opportunity new music that they would have [oth- back–into a single week of summer. So, erwise] never heard, had they just had Music in Chappaqua is located at 225 with all the skills that are being taught to play classic rock.” Adds Angier, “You N. Greeley Avenue in Chappaqua. NYRA during a camp session–both within get kids from all sorts of backgrounds, camp sessions are offered weekly, from performance, and within life–what’s bringing all sorts of ideas.” June to August, for seven weeks in a row. the biggest takeaway the kids have at the end of the week? “I think kids With a unique program customized For more information, please learn how to support each other,” says to each student that’s capped off by a visit www.musicinchappaqua.com Golub. “[And gain] a little bit more real-live performance and an eclectic, confidence than [they had] when they diverse group of students who all go Matt Smith, a graduate of Skidmore started.” And it works. Comments one on this journey together, what else College, is a regular contributor to The student, after a performance, “I feel could this A+ rock ’n’ roll mecca have Inside Press. like I can take on the world!” up their sleeve? “The greatest thing about the school is the faculty,” boasts September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 37 HAPPENINGS A Raveis Community Effort to Benefit The Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation
The William with leukemia with Raveis Real Estate the entire Raveis office in Chappa- company since her qua has launched a diagnosis in 2014,” community fun- says Susan Myers, draising effort to Office Manager of the benefit the Damon Raveis Chappaqua Runyon Cancer Re- Office. search Foundation. This fundraising Candy Raveis: effort will tie-in Official Spokes- with the William woman Raveis Ride & Walk “Candy is a warrior. event on Saturday, She has documented September 12, this most difficult 2015, 8 a.m. at Jen- chapter in her life and nings Beach, 880 she has fought hard S. Benson Road, and is here to tell Fairfield, CT. her story. Candy has taken her experience Partner to Help William Raveis Team Chappaqua Front row (L-R): Elise Levine Cooper, Jean Cameron-Smith, and translated it Fund Research Sue Labate, Lori Lerner, Susan Myers. Back row: Glenn Felson, Paul Menga into her work as the William Raveis official spokesperson chose to part- and has felt the ravages of this disease. for the partnership ner with the Damon Runyon Cancer We need to find cures for these cancers between the William Raveis Charitable Research foundation because the and the best way to do this is to invest Fund and the Damon Runyon Cancer organization “identifies new genera- in the most brilliant minds. That is Foundation.” tions of cancer researchers who have why we support the Damon Runyon the brilliance, creativity and drive to Cancer Research Foundation. One hundred percent of the funds revolutionize cancer research, and raised goes to cancer research. provides them with funding to pursue “We want to reach out to our friends We welcome everyone to join us on their boldest ideas in search of new and family members in Chappaqua and Saturday, September 12 at the Ride & ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat all beyond and ask for any kind of dona- Walk Event. forms of cancer.” tion because Team Chappaqua is here to make an important difference in the Please stop by “William Raveis is headquartered fight against cancer! We are hoping to the office at 75 N. in Shelton, CT, and the Ride & Walk form a Westchester Ride & Walk in the Greeley Avenue in events are being held in both MA and near future.” Chappaqua to sign CT for now,” says Chappaqua Team up. If you can’t Captain Elise Levine Cooper. “I have to “We have been following the journey participate, all say that just about everybody I know of Candy Raveis, William Raveis’s wife donations are welcome! has dealt with cancer on some level as she has shared her personal battle
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40 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 Advertorial By Alan Sheptin Math: Emphasis on Algebra and analyzing an issue. The new essay Data Analysis; reduced focus on will require 50 minutes of time, in- I feel for the Class of 2017. When its Geometry. This exam will require stead of 25. senior prom occurs in the not too dis- students to have impeccable Algebra tant future, perhaps the theme should skills, including the ability to manipu- So, what should rising juniors (and be “Changes” (that David Bowie song). late variables, solve linear, system, sophomores) be doing right now to This is the first class that endured the and quadratic equations, explain prepare for this test? Here are some of new Common Core Algebra I curricu- relationships between variables, create my key suggestions: lum, a revamped English program, and mathematical equations, and analyze redesigned AP courses. And, it will be data in charts and graphs. More inter- Read a variety of works. If your the first to experience SAT Reboot. estingly, this new exam will have a “no child has read the Harry Potter series calculator” section, requiring students twelve times over, or thinks that The This new SAT, the dream of the Pres- to manipulate algebraic expressions, Fault in Our Stars is high-end litera- ident of the College Board (and Com- have a greater sense of numbers and ture, help them raise the bar. The SAT mon Core visionary) David Coleman, analysis thereof, and an increased flu- will be testing excerpts from “rich” is a radical departure from the current ency in arithmetic. literature. Some passages will look exam. Gone is the guessing penalty for like newspaper articles. Encourage incorrect answers! Gone are the vo- Optional Essay: Analyze the struc- your child to read the New York Times cabulary fill-ins! Gone are those brain- ture and rhetoric of an article. A stu- Weekly Review section, as well as the teaser Math questions! Gone is choice dent will have to be far more knowl- Science Times. E! And gone is the required, formulaic edgeable about rhetorical strategies in essay where To Kill a Mockingbird can Take the most challenging Math help any student respond effectively to courses. All too many students find virtually any essay prompt. Returning Math to be a chore. Yes, learning Math is the 1600-point scale. This redesign is painful: just like perfecting your has led many a Guidance Counselor The lacrosse moves or mastering that really and test prep expert to call it ACT 2.0. tough classical piece, it takes time and patience. I usually tell my students But is it…really? Lowdown on that the few homework problems a teacher recommends constitutes the Before the reinvigorated test sam- minimum amount of work you need to ples came out earlier this year, I, too, do to master a skill. So, keep at it. Dare was convinced that this was to be the the “New to be challenged and don’t drop down College Board’s version of the ACT; a level just to get the easy A. It will after all, the College Board has seen a hurt in the long run. consistent loss in market share, while SAT 2.0” the ACT has been gaining in popular- Bottom line: the jury’s still out on ity. However, a more thorough read this new test. However, over time, I of the practice tests has led me to and Advice think that the College Board has finally conclude differently: hit the nail on the head. It created a test that is challenging, relevant, and Reading: Evidence-Based reading for resembles the skills required to suc- and longer passages. In addition to cessfully manage college. finding the correct answer, the follow- up question will require demonstra- Getting The current SAT will continue to be tion that a student can show where offered until January 2016, and “SAT the answer was located. Some passages 2.0” will make its debut in March. will be excerpted from the classics Ready! Time will tell how students, educators, (think Bronte and Tolstoy). There and admission officers receive the test. will also be primary source passages, We will continue to analyze these new from the important documents of our exams and their impact on the college civilization. There will also be a trend admissions process. to more relevant passages, with charts and graphs. Alan J. Sheptin is the founder of Shep- tin Tutoring Group, LLC, a full-service Writing and Language: Under- test prep company in Chappaqua, NY. stand the rules of written English. He has worked with hundreds of stu- This section of the SAT mimics the dents, successfully preparing them for the look and feel of the ACT English test. SATs, ACTs, and all academic subjects. Questions require students to re- He and his team pride themselves on vise and strengthen paragraphs. The providing a nurturing and motivating en- reading and writing sections will be vironment, which is vital to success. Call combined to create a single score. 844-743-7846 Email: [email protected]
September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 41 HAPPENINGS The Little Pool That Could! By Isabella and Margaux Weiner among all the pool swims in Westchester The best of Chappaqua was on dis- and Long Island. This play on Sunday morning's Swim Across is an outstanding America fundraising event at Chap- accomplishment for paqua Swim & Tennis, the picture- an event that held its perfect sunny weather reflecting the first home swim only optimism of this broad community four years ago, thanks effort. What started eight years ago to our community! as an off-site, four-person swim has Olympic silver medal- ist Bobby Hackett of Katonah helped kick- start the Chappaqua Grace Bennett Photos swim, offering a swim clinic to participants. grown to a home event involving more Many local businesses contributed than 80 swimmers with ages ranging food and refreshments for the event, from six to nearly sixty. Each swimmer as well as wonderful prizes for raffle swam a half-mile or mile, and money and high-end items for silent auction. pledged for the swim funds cancer Beneficiaries of SAA-LIS funds include research and treatment. the Cancer Support Team–Purchase, NY; Morgan Stanley Children’s Hos- The fundraising results of the Chap- pital at New York Presbyterian, New paqua swim have increased dramatical- (Left to right): Maija Cekic, Stacey Sayer, Lori York; and Memorial Sloan-Kettering ly, with more than $60,000 in contri- Cancer Center-New York, supporting Shay, Carrie Dillon, Beth D'Alessandro, Dan butions so far this year! This puts the Levy, Judy Simon, Katri and Bill Coster–all local the Swim Across America Research Chappaqua Swim & Tennis swim in Laboratory. volunteers for Swim Across America the number one spot for fundraising
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Keep in mind, too, that when apply- Each year, with the help of a local col- ing for financial aid, some schools (not increase, and the college loan will be- lege financial director, Mr. Kahan also all) will not count the 529 as a child’s come very expensive. By refinancing a presents a seminar on how to prepare and asset in the calculations. Finally, mortgage and taking cash out, you can plan to pay for college at Horace Greeley Kahan suggests grandparents and lock in today’s lower rates for the term High School in Chappaqua. He can be other family members consider fund- of your mortgage. The cost to obtain reached at 914 238-8900 or email: ing these accounts as well, in order to a new mortgage may be higher, but in [email protected]. maximize savings. the long run, could save you money.” FAM is located at 26 S. Greeley Avenue.
September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 43 INSIDE THOUGHTS Don’ts and Do’s for 9 your FirstYear at College: Real Advice From a Rising Sophomore By Sarah Jane Weill 4. Don’t: Make doing laundry harder is really distressed over this change, than it has to be you can let her shop there with you! 1. Don’t: Bring your whole closet Ok, I’m going to say this once and Crisis averted. Don’t get me wrong, clothes are only once: detergent pods are your important. I love all my clothes, so I friends. Let’s be honest here, odds are 7. Do: Use textbooks as more than a know how hard it is to choose your doing your own laundry is not some- giant paperweight favorite clothing items. But when you thing you are particularly used to, They’re heavy, they’re huge, and you go to college, you have to make hard and you might be a little bit hesitant might be thinking: “who cares?” But, decisions like this. Put it in perspec- before doing your first load. But after believe it or not, textbooks hold a vast tive: there really isn’t space in your putting it off week after week, the only range of knowledge that most likely tiny dorm room to store your entire clean clothes you have left are two will be useful to you at some point. I’m wardrobe. If you’d rather not have to mismatched socks and a pair of jeans. not advocating carrying them every- store socks in your desk drawers and Don’t freak out! Avoid the classic where you go; that’s just not realistic. sweaters under your chair, remember rookie mistake (putting in too much Just make sure you open them every to pack selectively. detergent) and simply use pods; all will once in a while (cough, cough: exams!) be well! If you’re feeling really ambitious, I’d 2. Don’t: Skip over that obscure Art advise skimming your weekly assign- History class 5. Don’t: Overdo it when buying your ments so that you might understand Or whatever class’s course descrip- school paraphernalia your professors’ lectures. tion makes you want to run in the You have four years to don your other direction. It may sound weird, school colors, and just as many years 8. Do: Take deep breaths when the wifi but take a chance and sign up for it. to stock up on all the necessary spirit- is slow and Netflix isn’t loading Sometimes the best classes are the wear items. So you don’t have to go It’s your worst fear, and, yes it hap- ones that have nothing to do with buy up the whole store on the first pens. Sometimes it’s the weather, and your major. Maybe this class will open day. Instead, limit yourself to one other times it’s just the amount of up your mind, maybe it’ll be a good sweatshirt, maybe one t-shirt too. But people online, but sooner or later the conversation piece 20 years from now that’s it. You don’t need a complete set wifi will be down. Of course you’ll be or maybe it’ll give you a good laugh; of school logoed socks, so put them watching Netflix, because you’re “tak- but either way, it’s an experience that down! Remember this isn’t only about ing a break from work.” But without might really be worth having. After all, money: there’s that whole space issue that almighty power connecting you to college is about learning, isn’t it? again (see above on how many clothes the worldwide web, that little loading will fit reasonably in your room). And wheel will just spin to your utter irrita- 3. Don’t: Send emojis as a form of com- at the end of the day, you really just tion. Don’t panic. This will end. Try, munication to your professor don’t want to be that kid who is your if you can, to look at the bright side: We all know that texting wouldn’t school’s biggest fan. instead of watching another episode be texting without the use of emojis. 6. Do: Wait to buy school supplies at of Friends maybe you can catch up But emailing your professor is not the the college bookstore on some well-needed sleep. Or you can same thing. It is, in fact, a more seri- This one probably applies to your just keep waiting. And waiting. And ous task. This means using full words mom. She’s been taking you to Staples waiting. And Waiting. (text lingo can be confusing, TBH), since you were in kindergarten for that proper grammar, capitalization and no perfect color-coded set of notebooks, 9. Do: Make sure you convince your emojis. If you’re worried about writ- folders and binders at the beginning parents that you miss them more than ing out your thoughts only in words, of the year, and she’s reluctant to give your dogs relax, it’s not as hard as you think. So, up this tradition. But tell her it has to This is crucial, for obvious reasons. save the emojis for your BFFs who will be done. You don’t need to do all that No explanation necessary. think they are cute and funny, unlike shopping at home because there’s a your professors. (Got it? *winky face, huge school bookstore with all the sup- Sarah Jane Weill is a rising sophomore *smiling face, *thumbs up) plies you could ever want. If your mom at Bowdoin College. 44 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 Town Supervisor Robert theater and dance programs. A new Greenstein, addressed dif- Culture and Arts committee is form- ferent questions ranging ing to address the best use of that new New Castle from whether a tax reduc- town resource. tion for residency here beyond the school years is “55% of residents don’t have school Seeks to Offer possible to the cultural and age children,” stated panelist Jeffrey educational resources that Mester, board member of the Chap- provide the incentive to paqua Central School District; Mester stay in the first place. is recently divorced and a soon to be Empty Nesters empty nester himself. “I have 18, 19 “Our goal is to help make and 20 year olds,” he noted. The big people whose kids are not draw to being here for Mester? “They More Good in school here still feel like (the kids) come back!” he noted wryly. they are an important part And then, more seriously: “It’s truly my ties to the community. It’s not about Reasons to Stay the higher or lower taxes.” Still, Greenstein offered: “I feel strongly that if you are going to stay here and continue to pay the taxes, then we need to provide activities that make it worth it. One member of the audience asked Mester that the School District retain By Grace Bennett residents’ email addresses for corre- of our community,” noted Greenstein, spondence after the kids leave too and And then one day, my kids both flew early in the forum. And later: “We want not automatically end correspondence. the coop, and I joined the ranks of the people to be happy to stay here past “The school depends on everyone’s “Empty Nest.” the 12 to 13 year plan.” taxes to support it,” noted Chappaqua resident Judith McGrath. “The schools But here I am, going on 19 years of “We are more than just great schools need to take additional responsibility residency in my hometown of Chap- and we have lots to offer residents at to be more proactive.” paqua–just like a full 55 percent of the every stage of their lives. We must have community who reside here without services and activities for residents Mester agreed that is a good idea children in the School District. One of all ages: multi-generational living and also encouraged those attending to long-time friend returned to the ex- enriches our community.” contact the District Clerk for informa- citement and convenience of the city; tion on how to stay involved with the saying goodbye was painful for me! An- “We are competing with 55 and over schools. “Participation with seniors other conversely wishes to slow down, communities that offer many activities. is great,” he said, “such as through a perhaps, and is exploring a warmer cli- We need to offer those same activi- pen pal program with fourth graders mate in a community where taxes are ties. Let’s face it: We pay a lot in taxes. or simply coming in to discuss your more manageable. Others have opted That’s the price of world class schools. experiences.” One audience member to stay; still others are on the fence. But, we also need to offer world Like many of my peers who continue class community to pay New Castle taxes, we are often activities. Our asked and sometimes even ask our- empty nest- selves: Why do we stay? Why should ers should have we stay? What incentive and resources calendars full of does New Castle offer its empty nest arts and cultural and more senior resident community? events and rec- reational activi- So it was with great personal interest ties right here in that I thought I’d explore any available our community.” answers to these questions by attend- ing and covering one of a recent series To that end, of “Roundtable Discussions,” hosted by Greenstein told Town Hall this summer at The Chappa- panel attendees qua Library. This one was called: that the Wal- “How to Keep Empty Nesters in the lace Auditorium Community.” at Chappaqua Crossing could Over the course of an animated be the venue for 90-minute discussion and exchange of more Chappa- ideas, the nine member panel, led by qua Orchestra, September/October 2015 Inside Chappaqua 45 also noted that continuing educational complex and his own active involve- offerings had become predictable ment there keeps him happy. He said and inquired why a language studies that despite the attraction of a place teacher at the high school, for exam- for example, like Naples, Florida, for ple, couldn’t offer a course. Mester seniors, he stays here, because “it’s a noted that action would require al- cohesive community. That is a plus.” locating funds to pay teachers (who are in contract) to also offer more vibrant Pamela Thornton, director of the continuing education. Chappaqua Library, and Cassie Ward, director of the New Castle Historical One common theme that emerged Society (NCHS), were on hand too to Panelist Brittany Nieder, Town Recreation during the evening: It’s impossible summarize the plethora of activities Supervisor, described an array of activities the Town of New Castle offers our seniors. Many of to pigeon hole empty nesters…their and packed calendars each of these the activities take place at the Community House means and their expectations for the local institutions have available for on Senter Street. Visit mynewcastle.org for town can vary, considerably. everyone from toddlers to empty nest- more information. For example, not all empty nesters ing (at Old Farm Lake, wish to downsize; some will even up- New Castle’s largest size, as long time Chappaqua residents condo community) an Bonnie and Gerry Golub did to make absolutely reasonable their home an inviting place for their option for single me children and grandchildren to come with grown kids, and visit and stay over. Panelist Bonnie know how fortunate I Golub, a real estate agent with William am given the limits in Raveis, is a proponent of a gradual downsize options. In lowering of the tax base to make general, I find the area staying for many residents across the teeming with work and board more attractive too. creative opportunities and possibilities that The question of taxation is for with just a little more Albany, maintained Greenstein. “They free time, I look for- give us a chance to provide certain ward to exploring more exemptions as a local option: senior thoroughly. So, for star exemptions, veterans, volunteer ers and seniors. (Many in attendance now, and into the foreseeable future, fire fighters, ambulance, etc. We take agreed that integrated activities, i.e. New Castle, without question, remains advantage of every tax exemption they those involving many age groups, were my beloved home. offer to us,” he said. “As far as town highly desirable.) Hundreds of volun- charges for things like refuse, we can teer opportunities are available not Greenstein acknowledges the short- give discounts to seniors and we do. only at the Library and the NCHS but age of homes to downsize to. “Many But, we cannot just give a tax reduc- at churches and synagogues and not residents love their homes and their tion: this is Albany’s decision.” for profits around town; Ward also said routines. They enjoy their lifestyle, that a central data base of all events cherish their friends and ties to the A tax break notwithstanding, Golub and programming around town would community. They have no desire to also suggested that the school district be extremely helpful. leave the community. However, it actively encourage its students to would be nice if we were able to offer provide voluntary community service Ronni Diamondstein, a resident of them options to downsize in the com- to area seniors. Twenty hours of com- the Chestnut Oak Ridge condomini- munity. This is an area where we can munity service by young people to our ums in Chappaqua, joined the panel do a better job.” seniors before graduation would be a to represent New Castle residents who wonderful way to give back, she noted. have never had children in the schools The town-initiated Roundtable Dis- here (nor necessarily plan to). She said cussions, which began with a forum on Panelist and town Social Worker Car- she lives here because Chappaqua “is a “What Prospective Home Buyers are olyn Merkin reminded the audience of beautiful town” and that her location Looking for” will continue through the multiple efforts in New Castle to ease at the end of North Greeley Avenue fall–first with a September 10th panel the burden for our seniors including makes walking to the train, going addressing “Volunteer Opportunities home delivered meals programs and shopping locally and getting involved for Young Adults.” An October panel the volunteers who drive seniors every in a variety of community organiza- will address: “Enhancing our Business day whether to and from shopping and tions easy to do. She also mentioned a Districts.” doctor appointments or offer to help group (and programming) for empty at home for tasks ranging from help nesters at Temple Beth El of Northern Grace Bennett is Publisher and Editor paying bills to arranging for at home Westchester. of The Inside Press: Inside Chappaqua care services. and Inside Armonk Magazines, and As for me, I’m totally psyched to most recently produced a guide for the One panelist, Steve Biren, who hear if the new culture/arts committee Town called Inside my New Castle: downsized to a home in Riverwoods, might bring more adult programming Welcome to our Neighborhood. said the amenities of the sought after to Chappaqua. I have found condo liv-
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By Jodi Baretz your children–without screaming to their body can sometimes diffuse it as get out the door when they’re exhaust- well. You do this by asking them what Summer is the time we all look for- ed, not to mention save you an extra part of their body they feel it in. Can ward to–it’s the weather, of course, but carpool. It will also take some pressure they breathe into it, and simply allow it’s also the relaxed vibe and laziness off your children and send a message it to be there? of it all. As summer begins to wind that it’s ok to recharge, relax and just down and the back-to-school craziness be a kid. Maybe if we experiment with To ease your kids into the back to begins, one may well school structure, you wonder how to hold may want to have onto some of that them start going to tranquility and calm; bed a little earlier eve- how to relish the Ready or Not – ry night, so they are days and not become not completely wiped frazzled and frantic out when the early with lives, schedules mornings arrive. Kids and children. The may also feel like their weather will inevi- School is Right screen and play time tably change, and so will be over, so it’s too our children’s important not to take schedules, but that that away completely doesn’t have to mean Around in exchange for a rigid the end of nirvana. schedule. Personally, I am planning to make No matter how old some screen time one’s child is, chanc- The Corner rules during home- es are their schedules work time. What I’m will be chaotic and suggesting is that new hectic. This is the rules be implemented, nature of childhood and that they are reason- these days, and the able, not punitive. culture we live in. We tend to fear that if we As summer slowly don’t put our child in fades away, and a new every sport, art class school year begins, we or lesson, they will have a choice. We can get left behind. If we don’t give them this concept, and slow down, we will approach it with sadness, stress and every possible opportunity to excel, be calmer and better able to enjoy anxiety, or we can chose to view it as a they will be stuck in mediocrity for the fleeting time we do have with our new beginning, a new challenge with the rest of their lives.Take a step back kids. Remembering to love and accept new joys. We cannot change or hold and ask yourself if they really need to every child for themselves, not what on to the summer months, but we can be in so many structured activities. they achieve, is crucial to their state of approach this transition with a sense When we over-schedule our children, mind and ours. of wonder, curiosity and gratitude for we take away that crucial unstruc- what it will bring. If things get too Helping your child adjust to the stressful and you see the anxiety start stress of a new school year can feel to build, remember to STOP–Stop, overwhelming. I can recall the but- Take A Breath–open and Observe terflies in my stomach the first day of what you’re feeling, and then Proceed! school every year. Beginnings always You might even consider sharing that produce some sort of anxiety, just one with your kids! like endings can produce sadness. The important thing to remember is that Jodi Baretz is a psychotherapist and this is normal, and not to trivialize mindfulness coach, with a private practice or ignore their feelings, or your own. at The Center for Health and Healing You might tell them that everyone in Mt. Kisco. In addition to her private experiences feelings of nervousness, clients, she leads a variety of small group but the feelings are sure to go away mindfulness trainings from busy moms as a routine settles in and that you to corporations, teaches mindfulness for expect they will soon feel just fine. Chappaqua Continuing Education, and a tured time where they learn to play. Telling them that you went through “Mindfulness Bootcamp,” four-week pro- We also worry that unscheduled free the same thing as a child can also ease gram. She lives with her husband and two time will just lead to more screen time, their anxiety. We don’t want to push teenage boys in Millwood. You can reach or, perhaps, that we will have to fill it the anxiety away, but shifting it from her at [email protected] or visit ourselves. I suggest you do allow some their head (our minds can make up jodibaretz.com. down time; it may just let you be with doomsday scenarios) to feeling it in 48 Inside Chappaqua September/October 2015 JOIN HOULIHAN LAWRENCE AT THE
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