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FREE | Friday, September 26, 2014 69 Main St., Cold Spring, N.Y. | www.philipstown.info Philipstown.info Inc. Becomes Charitable Organization Nonprofit seeks to create permitted by law. “Vital to good community life has al- model for local news efforts ways been having a good newspaper, and today this means having a good com- Staff Report munity web-paper as well,” Stewart said. he nonprofit Philipstown.info Inc. “Our primary purpose from July 4, 2010, has reorganized into a charitable has been to offer all the people of Phil- organization, Philipstown Info Inc., ipstown the best, unbiased, useful, cred- T ible, well-written, and enjoyable source which will now be the owner of both the news website Philipstown.info and the of local news possible. The success of our free weekly print newspaper, The Paper. fine professional staff was independently Gordon Stewart, founder of Philip- confirmed last spring by the New York stown.info Inc., will serve as chairman Press Association with the winning of of the new board. Rudolph S. Rauch and 10 Better Newspaper Awards. And it will Christine Bockelmann, both experienced now be secured by the direct support of professional journalists, will serve as the community we serve.” vice chairs. According to board member Joseph Classified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit char- Plummer, “Many contributors includ- itable organization by the Internal Rev- ing board members are especially ener- enue Service, all contributions to Phil- gized by the strong possibility that the ipstown Info Inc. may now be deducted quality and success of The Paper and from federal income tax to the extent Philipstown.info will inspire other communities across the country to create and sustain their own independent local news organizations at just the time when County Services at Butterfield Debated so many have been losing their traditional print papers and adequate online residents at the VFW Hall on Kemble matter before the full legislature. If the Senior center and sheriff’s models have not yet emerged.” Avenue on Tuesday (Sept. 23) to discuss legislature supports services at Butter- Ever since it occurred to Stewart that office likely services the county might provide at field, budget information will be due by a high-quality local news organiza- Butterfield once the site is redeveloped. the end of October. tion might be created and sustained by By Michael Turton By the end of the meeting the commit- ‘Common sense’ location adapting the model of listener-supported tee seemed poised to recommend a move In his presentation, Deputy County local public radio stations, he has served he Physical Services Committee to Butterfield, but issues remain over Executive Bruce Walker said that within as both the publisher and sole financial of the Putnam County Legisla- the senior citizens center and leasing of five years, seniors will make up 29 per- supporter of the endeavor, though The ture met with local officials and space. The committee includes Legislator T cent of Philipstown’s population — the Paper, a free publication distributed and Chair Carl Albano largest percentage for any town in Put- widely at local merchant locations, also and Legislators Barbara nam County. As a result, he said, the receives some revenue from commercial Scuccimarra and Ginny “common sense” location for a senior advertising. Nacerino. citizen center is Butterfield. “And it is the “My hope from day one has always At the outset of the only place west of the Taconic that has been to offer the best professional jour- meeting Scuccimarra senior housing,” Walker said, referring to nalists from our community the oppor- said that talk of a se- Chestnut Ridge. tunity to produce the highest quality lo- nior center goes back 25 Walker said leasing 6,000 square feet cal journalism free from (To page 3) years. “It’s time to make at Butterfield would cost (To page 4) a decision,” she said. Decisions may come quickly. Albano told The Paper that his commit- The Putnam County Legislature’s Physical Services tee will discuss the re- Committee — from left, Barbara Scuccimarra, Carl L. sults of Tuesday’s meet- Albano, chairman, and Ginny Nacerino Photo by M. Turton ing, then likely put the Seniors Seek Relief from Cable Costs Petition signatures gathered tition to attract support digitally. to pressure Cablevision The campaign first presented its peti- By Kevin E. Foley tion at the Sept. 4 meeting of the Phil- group of senior citizens has ipstown Town Board mounted an effort to petition the where Supervisor APhilipstown Town Board to in- Jan Thacher Richard Shea and tervene with local cable television and File photo other board mem- Internet service provider Cablevision to bers said they would persuade the company to offer a lower work with the group to see what could be fixed rate service for senior and disabled done to advance their idea. The organizers, Bagpiping at Bannerman — In a special benefit concert for The Bannerman Castle citizens living on a fixed income. Jan Thacher and Nina Pidala, have said Trust, the Newburgh-based Just Off Broadway company presented a concert version of The campaign has gathered over 500 they hope the Town Board will use what- the Lerner and Loewe Scottish Highlands-set musical Brigadoon on Sunday (Sept. 21), signatures so far as the organizers spread ever leverage it can muster to influence with the Hudson Highlands standing in perfectly for their counterpart in what is still out beyond the Cold Spring and Nelson- the company. Cablevision is the only cable the United Kingdom. Bagpiper Joseph C. Burns, who provided an atmospheric flavor ville areas into other districts of Philip- service in the Philipstown area so the po- to the show, was inspired by the ruins of Bannerman Castle, built by the Dundee-born stown to continue to pursue signatures. tential for governmental or consumer le- Frank Bannerman, to come out and play after the show ended. Photo by Alison Rooney They have also established an online pe- verage, usually (Continued on page 3) 2 September 26, 2014 The Paper www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info

Small, Good Things South Louisiana, more com- monly shrimp or crawfish. This is the version I’d like to offer Gone Native you this week. Maque choux is a relatively By Joe Dizney quick meal and pretty efficient from a cook’s point of view — eeze, THAT was quick! No the beans, corn and shrimp sooner had it registered in are simmered in a quick stock Jmy consciousness that the made from the shells of the autumnal equinox was upon us shrimp. I added a handful of than it seemed like the leaves fingerling potatoes (also from turned colors overnight and be- the New World larder) as they gan to drop in bushels. were in the market and accen- A chill has been in the air for tuate the “chowdery” nature of weeks now and the apples and the dish I was imagining for a fall squash and pumpkins are be- cool, fall evening. ginning to fill out the farm mar- The seasoning is basically the kets. But what caught my chef’s so-called “holy trinity” of Creole eye last weekend were cranber- cooking — onions, bell pepper ry beans. While I’ll spend the and celery, and of course garlic. winter honestly enjoying dried If you like a little heat, add a heirloom varieties of beans of pinch of cayenne. And although all stripes — and as ordinary as I’ve omitted his suggestion, the they might seem to some — the authoritative Creole writer-res- last of these fresh shell beans are taurateur Lafcadio Hearn rec- a seasonal marker. ommends finishing the dish with Along with corn, peppers Hudson Valley maque choux Photo by J. Dizney the addition of “a knob of butter and tomatoes, they also consti- as big as a hen’s egg, rolled in tute the motherlode of ingredi- with a similar pantry the local Choctaw tribes there had flour,” whisked in and simmered ents that are the culinary gift of the New World, the a similar preparation, once modified by the Creole cul- briefly to thicken and sweeten it just before serving. backbone of global cooking. And once again, there is no ture of the River Road became maque choux. And although this version does include shellfish, better way to celebrate the cycle of this season with a The name is derived from the Creole word for corn you can make a satisfying version omitting the shrimp combination of the three and no better place to look for — maque — and the French word for cabbage — choux. and substituting vegetable stock. And if you’re not op- precedents than to revisit some native and early Ameri- (Curiously in all the years and posed, in either case a ¼-cup or so of diced bacon fried can recipes. in all the variations I’ve with the onions at the beginning adds a Let’s start with succotash, a colonial variation of the happily eaten it, not once nice smokiness. Narraganset Indian word “Msickquatash,” translated Hudson Valley has a sliver of cabbage roughly as “an ear of corn.” A basic recipe for this me- passed my lips. But that’s Maque Choux lange was common among most of the Algonquin, Iro- South Louisiana for you.) 30 minutes prep time; 30 minutes cook time stovetop; serves 6-8 quois and Mohegan tribes of the northeast and gener- It differs from succotash ally described a big simmering pot of corn and seasonal in specifics — more often 2 cups shelled fresh cranberry beans 1 large yellow onion cut into shelled beans seasoned with peppers and tomatoes. than not including local (1 pound in the pod) ¼-inch dice Full disclosure: I am not a Hudson Valley native. I fresh lima beans with the 2 cups fresh corn kernels, off the cob 2-4 cloves garlic minced was born and raised on another river — the Mississippi addition of a substantial (3 ears) 1 green bell pepper, seeded and — specifically in South Louisiana, another sort of large animal protein — occa- ½ pound fingerling potatoes, cut into deveined, cut into ¼-inch dice simmering pot of cultural blending. Not surprisingly, sionally chicken, but in ½-inch pieces 2 stalks celery, diced ¾-to-1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled 1 teaspoon chopped thyme and cut into ½-inch pieces (reserve ¼ cup olive oil heads and shells for stock) 2-3 cups vegetable or shrimp 1 large plum tomato, seeded and cut stock (Recipe below.) into small dice

1. Heat olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan. When hot, add onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another minute. Add thyme and stir to incorporate. Add bell pepper and celery and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. 2. Add potatoes, cranberry beans and stock. Bring to a low boil. Reduce to a low simmer, cover pot and cook for 10 minutes. 3. Add corn and shrimp (and a bit more stock if necessary to just cover). Bring to a low boil again and reduce again to a low simmer. Cover pot and cook for 15 minutes. 4. Correct seasoning (salt and pepper to taste) and add diced tomatoes. Allow to warm through and serve hot in soup bowls. Shrimp stock Heat 2-3 tablespoons olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan. When the oil is hot, add reserved shrimp shells and heads, stirring for a couple of minutes until they color. And three cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain and reserve for recipe above.

Philipstown Women’s Clothing Exchange Sunday, October 26, 2-4 p.m. 69 Main Street, Cold Spring

Bring clothing, shoes and accessories you no longer use ~ clean and without damage. Take home new items at no cost! Items may be dropped o between 1 and 2 p.m. Volunteers are welcome at 1 p.m. to help organize and set up. Exchange begins promptly at 2 p.m. Enjoy a glass of wine, some chocolate, and an opportunity to visit with women of our community. emaining items may be donated R to charity. www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info The Paper September 26, 2014 3

Street on Saturday (Sept. 20) and spon- the Putnam County Communities that Drug Take-Back a Success sored by the Putnam County Commu- Care Coalition, the most recent National nities that Care Coalition, the Putnam Survey on Drug Use and Health found 45 residents participate Drug Take Back Day enabled resi- County Health Department and Putnam that prescription medicines comprise the dents to properly dispose of unwanted or County Sheriff’s Department. second-most common form of drug abuse By Michael Turton partially used prescription medication, “Last year the focus was on keeping by Americans. The survey also found over-the-counter medication, and pet medications out of the water system,” that 70 percent of those who abused pre- recent event held in Cold Spring medication. It took three garbage bags to Putnam County Legislator Barbara scription pain relievers got them from helped combat the drug problem haul away the 120 pounds of medication Scuccimarra said, noting that health friends or relatives. In addition, a study Aby addressing it at one of the most brought in by the 45 local residents who officials strongly advise against dispos- by Partnership for a Drug Free America basic sources of abuse — the bathroom participated. ing of medication via sinks and toilets found that one in nine children abuses medicine cabinet found in almost every The event was held at the American in the home. “Now, with the drug crisis, prescription pain relievers. home. Legion George A. Casey Post on Cedar it’s about keeping those drugs out of the The next medication take-back event home.” Scuccimarra helped arrange free will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on transportation for local senior citizens Nov. 1, at the Putnam Hospital Center in using a van provided by the Office of Se- Carmel. For more information, contact nior Resources. Mary Rice at the Putnam County Health According to a press release issued by Department at 845-808-1390, ext. 43164.

Philipstown.info Inc. Becomes Charitable Organization (from page 1) owner agendas, with no opinions or edi- In addition to Stewart, Rauch, torials beyond the simple mission to be Bockelmann and Plummer, the member- the best local news source,” Stewart said. ship of the new board, which is still in “They have more than met the challenge, formation, includes Elizabeth Anderson, and have fully earned the backing of our Ralph Arditi, Christopher Buck, and fine board and the people of Philipstown Nicholas Groombridge, all residents of It took three garbage bags to haul away the 120 pounds of expired and unneeded in the days and years to come.” Philipstown. medications that local residents turned in for safe disposal at the recent Drug Take Stewart said the new board is fully Managing editor Kevin E. Foley will Back Day. Photo by M. Turton committed to supporting the high stan- continue in his position overseeing both dards of journalism practiced by Phil- newspaper and website operations, ipstown.info/The Paper staff, which along with the other editors, reporters, Therapeutic Equestrian Center Names encourages the independent news judg- contributors, photographers, advertising Sanya Gudim Executive Director ment and story selection of the editors and distribution team, videographers, and reporters, and openness to the full designers, tech experts and interns, who ohn MacEnroe, president of the Therapeu- range of views and interests of all the produce Philipstown.info and The Paper. Jtic Equestrian Center (TEC), announced that people of Philipstown. Sanya Gudim has been appointed as the new executive director of the Cold Spring organization. Gudim has an associate’s degree in business administration and a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, and has been with TEC since 2010. Gudim is a PATH International Certi- fied Therapeutic Riding Instructor and mentor, as well as an EAGALA Equine Specialist. She is passionate about continuing the organization’s mission and deepening its vision of servicing individuals with special needs and disabilities through equine assisted activities and therapies in a safe, welcoming environment. According to Sanya Gudim Photo courtesy of MacEnroe, “Sanya’s appointment capitalizes on Therapeutic Equestrian Center the extraordinary base provided by our previous executive director, Leslie Heanue.” Gudim states: “I love this organization, what it stands for, and what we do. My love of horses and helping others led me to volunteer at a therapeutic riding center many years ago, and I am delighted that the journey has led me to this opportunity.” For more information, visit myfeettakewings.org.

Seniors Seek Relief from Cable Costs (from page 1) brought by the presence of competition is changed from a luxury item of years limited. ago into a necessity for communication Although the petition effort seeks re- involving medical care, banking, shop- lief for Philipstown residents, any new ping, keeping contact with family and outcome from negotiation with the cable friends and the general ability to live company would likely have ramifications an independent life. The rising cost of beyond this one town, as it is highly un- cable services, a complaint often heard likely the company would grant conces- in the general population, hits the elder- sions to subscribers in a single geograph- ly living on a fixed income the hardest, ic location. they assert. “We have left the specifics open for dis- Thacher, 60, is legally blind. He said cussion,” said Thacher, who emphasized that new digital applications for his tab- the petition wasn’t designed for a partic- let or smart phone would allow him to ular outcome but rather a dialogue about scan items in a store and tell him what keeping people struggling financially they cost and other information. “In or- connected to the cable system. Thacher der to take advantage of the apps I need said the cost of vital services is a regular the Wi-Fi,” he said. “They [Cablevision] topic of conversation at Chestnut Ridge, have a good system; people just want to the Cold Spring senior citizen housing stay connected.” complex on Route 9D. He credited Pidala Cablevision is a publicly traded com- with doing the “lion’s share of the work” pany offering a variety of cable and web- obtaining signatures. based services to subscribers across the In attempting to gather signatures the greater New York and New Jersey area pair has found people who told them they under its Optimum brand name. The have either cancelled or limited their ser- company also owns several media outlets vice due to escalating costs. Thacher point- including the Long Island-based news- ed to frequent discounted inducements for paper Newsday and the Hudson Valley’s NY Alert new subscribers as evidence of the possibil- web and cable news service News 12. A For the latest updates on weather-related or other emergencies, ity of discounted services for others. spokesman told The Paper the company A central point Thacher and Pidala would look into the matter and likely sign up at www.nyalert.gov. make to people is that cable service has have more to say as the issue proceeded. 4 September 26, 2014 The Paper www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info

Letters to the Editor YES voters on B4A Zoning may addressed during Site Plan Review. We the way forward. have misunderstood votes learned last week that is not the case: the I would like to better understand chair and attorney informed them that from each of our Planning Board mem- Sept. 24, 2014 Publisher the time for reviewing mass and scale bers their individual experiences of their Gordon Stewart To the editor: was during the earlier SEQRA review — deliberations last winter, the direction I voted NO on the B4A Zoning Amend- in effect, their opportunity to mitigate they received in their SEQR review, and Managing Editor ment. I did so for reasons including mass these impacts had passed and could no how those relate to their discussions of Kevin E. Foley and scale concerns raised by Planning longer be discussed. Site Plan Review last week. Also, I’m in- Arts/Feature Editor Board members Arne Saari and Anne Why would our Planning Board mem- terested to know how well they believe Alison Rooney Impellizzeri, as well as concerns about bers have been advised in this way? Dur- consultants from Barton & Loguidice Senior Correspondents infrastructure, its costs and the implica- ing their SEQR review were questions of and counsel from Wormser, Kiely per- Liz Schevtchuk Armstrong tions of the proposed zoning on our vil- mass and scale the only issues our Plan- formed as guides and advisors on this Michael Turton lage taxes. ning Board members were encouraged to very important zoning project. During its SEQR review of the B4A address later in the process? Next week the Village Board inter- Layout Editor Zoning Amendment our Planning Board If it is true that our Planning Board mem- views Barton & Loguidice for planning Kate Vikstrom was led by Chair Barney Molloy and bers misunderstood what they voted on services on our Village Zoning Update Calendar Editor advised by hired professionals — plan- last February, my colleagues on the Village project. Our Planning Board members’ Chip Rowe ning consultant Chuck Voss of Barton & Board who subsequently voted YES to en- experience of Barton & Loguidice and [email protected] Loguidice and attorney Anna Georgiou act the B4A Zoning Amendment may well Wormser, Kiely will be important to the of Wormser, Kiely. Planning Board mem- have misunderstood their own votes, too. Village Board’s hiring decision for this Copy Editor Mary Ann Ebner ber Karn Dunn is quoted as saying she Certainly I am troubled by this situa- next important zoning project. and her colleagues were advised their tion. But I agree with Mayor Falloon that Stephanie Hawkins Sports Editor concerns about mass & scale could be berating or insulting our neighbors isn’t Cold Spring Trustee Kathie Scanlon [email protected] (from page 1) Reporters County Services at Butterfield Examined Sommer Hixson about $128,000 per year. While he didn’t American Legion scenario it would be exempt. “I’m not a believer in Pamela Doan provide cost estimates, he downplayed the Not everyone in attendance supported leases — they can get you into great mis- Photographer feasibility of the county buying its own site, Butterfield as the site for a senior center. chief.” Oliverio said that the county could Maggie Benmour saying that would include the cost of identi- VFW Commander Phil Schatzle, presi- face a huge increase in the cost of a lease if fying and acquiring proper- dent of Philipstown Se- its expiration coincided with an econom- Advertising Director ty, engineering and design, niors, said, “We have no ic downturn. “What do we do then?” he Michele Gedney construction and mainte- intention of leaving this asked. “Tell the seniors we can’t afford it?” For information on advertising: nance. “We don’t have that club,” a reference to the The Village of Cold Spring would be the 845-809-5584 much cash,” he said. American Legion Hall on big loser if the county purchases space rather Email: [email protected] The Putnam County Cedar Street which also than leasing it. Trustee Stephanie Hawkins Advertising closing: Tuesday at noon Sheriff will also likely currently serves as a se- said that trustees had voted in favor of re- Requirements: PDF or jpeg have an office at Butter- nior center. He called the vised zoning for Butterfield, in part because (minimum 300 dpi) field. Walker said that two three-acre property “a the village would receive about $120,000 Review our rate sheet: deputies and one criminal great opportunity for all a year in property taxes from the develop- www.philipstown.info/ads investigator for western seniors and vets.” Schatzle ment. “We won’t see that full amount if the © philipstown.info 2014 Putnam County are being said that the American county purchases the property or partici- All rights reserved. No part of this added to the budget. Sher- Legion should be enlarged pates in a kind of condo situation,” she said. publication may be reproduced in iff’s personnel currently re- VFW Commander and Phil- in order to improve the se- “I would implore you to lease.” any form, mechanical or electronic, spond to an average of 40 ipstown Seniors President niors’ nutrition program Cold Spring Mayor Ralph Falloon without written permission of the events per day in Putnam Phil Schatzle offered there and that an didn’t address the leasing issue but did publisher. Advertisements designed Valley and Philipstown. File photo by Mary Ann Ebner expanded facility could speak on the senior citizen center. “It’s by The Paper are copyrighted and Shea supports also serve VFW members very important that (the county) at least may not be reproduced in whole or Butterfield for seniors once that hall is sold by provide (an) actual center where (seniors) in part without permission. “I don’t think anybody can dispute the Town of Philipstown. Fellow veteran can meet,” he said, emphasizing that the that western Putnam is underserved” by Tom Kivel was highly critical of county number of seniors will only increase. He Putnam County, Philipstown Town Su- officials for not seriously considering the didn’t endorse Butterfield outright as the pervisor Richard Shea said. “Seniors de- American Legion as an expanded senior location but said that “some people don’t serve a place of their own — and I don’t citizen center. “You are so set on Butter- like to go to the American Legion” adding think anyone disputes that either.” Shea field … you never even talked to the vet- that younger seniors may change their said he wanted to “decouple” the senior erans,” he said. “With all that cost analy- mind once a new facility is available. citizen center from the overall Butterfield sis you did for Butterfield, let’s do it for Plan B project. “The Butterfield project will go the American Legion, see the difference Albano is keeping his options open. “I forward … but the seniors’ issue needs to — and then come back and talk to us.” would love to own something long term be advanced regardless.” Ultimately, he Scuccimarra said that county officials … but that may not be an option,” he said, said, the county will determine success or had estimated the cost of adding 6,000 noting that he would be fully behind a failure of a senior citizen center in Philip- square feet to the American Legion at lease-to-own agreement. “I’d like to see stown. In a phone call to The Paper Shea $1.3 million. “Unfortunately we don’t something happen here,” and if lease- emphasized that he supports the center have a million dollars … (but) we have to-own isn’t possible he said, “plan B is being located at Butterfield. “If the county the funding to get into a lease. We will that with a (traditional) lease we can do is willing to invest money there I don’t see take care of our vets,” she said. something that is relatively permanent, a down side,” repeating that the private A very different view came from Leg- into the distant future.” development of the site and creating a se- islator Dini LoBue, who agreed with Nacerino said that a “very significant nior center should be viewed as two sepa- Schatzle. “A couple of months ago the factor” is the potential increase in main- rate issues. “The village Planning Board (county) administration wanted to bond tenance fees over the course of a possible will do its due diligence in reviewing the $800,000 to expand the Carmel Senior 20-year lease. “We have to do our due project,” he said. Citizen Center,” she said. She pointed diligence,” she said. out that local resident Roger Ailes has Additional offices unlikely Shirley Norton, a senior citizen in at- pledged $500,000 toward a seniors’ cen- Cold Spring Trustee Michael Bowman tendance, spoke in favor of the county ter and that New York State Assembly- said that it makes sense to locate the senior going with Butterfield for the senior citi- woman Sandy Galef has $250,000 in center at Butterfield, adding, “I agree what- zen center. “We have someone building grant money available. “I would prefer us ever happens (there) we need to further the building and we don’t have to pay to buy a facility — not to rent it. We cer- the seniors’ cause.” Addressing the lack of for anything … and Roger Ailes donated tainly have the funding available,” to ac- county services in western Putnam, Bow- $500,000 to equip the space,” she said, quire and expand the American Legion, man said he hoped the county would con- adding that if local boards complete their LoBue said. sider bringing other services to the new de- review in a timely manner construction velopment. “Pretty much anything that the ‘Great mischief’ versus could begin in the spring. Another se- county would provide we will take.” village tax boost niors’ activist, Donna Anderson, said she County Legislator Roger Gross was in Legislator Sam Oliverio spoke against has “over 100 signatures from seniors in the audience and commented that mov- using a traditional lease at Butterfield, Philipstown that want the Butterfield ing satellite offices such as the DMV, Social although he said that as a site, “There’s project,” as well as a list of seniors who Services and Health Department to Butter- nothing better.” He proposed “… a mecha- supported the B4A zoning. field would require careful study because nism wherein the county can lease to buy” “From this point we will move forward it would cost the county “a lot of money.” and own the space within five years. The to make something happen — in the However he said he is “onboard” with hav- building as a whole would pay property most cost effective manner,” Albano said ing a senior citizen center at Butterfield. taxes but once the county owned its space just before adjourning the meeting. www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info The Paper September 26, 2014 5 Fareground Community Café Launches Monthly Pop-Up in Beacon Nonprofit restaurant offers The first is that, if a customer munity Resource Center (BCRC), cannot afford to pay for their the first of which is this Sunday, ‘Pay-What-You-Can’ menu meal in dollars, they sign-up to Sept. 28, from noon to 3 p.m. volunteer instead. Customers By Sommer Hixson Lunch includes a main course are encouraged to talk to their of baked spaghetti, salad, fresh f someone were to tell you about a neighbors at family-style tables, bread and dessert, with gluten- restaurant in your neighborhood especially if they are strangers. free options. The meat is local Iwhere you can order a healthy, mostly Third, if you have an extra $5 and grass-fed; the produce is organic, locally sourced meal at the cost or $10, consider paying forward from Obercreek and Fishkill of however little money you had in your for another person’s food. In Farms. Tas Kafé is providing wallet, you probably wouldn’t believe true communal fashion, Fare- complimentary coffee and The it. Or, you might search for the “small ground wishes to provide an Darling Kitchen is baking cook- print” because, as the old saying goes, upbeat, welcoming environment ies. Beginning in October, a there’s no such thing as a free lunch. in which anyone can afford deli- second, additional location in But Beacon now has such a pay-what- cious home-cooked cuisine. Beacon will be added to Fare- you-can deal, thanks to the Fareground “Food is a great equalizer. ground’s pop-up schedule. BCRC Community Cafe. And there is truth in It brings people together as a lunches will always be held on Fareground Community Café’s advertis- common bond,” said Margot the last Sunday of each month. ing, but not without a few unique caveats. Schulman, co-founder of Fare- Fareground is part of a grow- ground. “It’s a small enough ing family of community cafés city that there should be a place in the United States, the closest where everyone can eat good Fareground’s last full-menu pop-up was in 2012 at of which is Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul food together. We want to foster Beacon’s The Coffee Shoppe. Co-Founder Kara M. Dean- Kitchen in Red Bank, New Jersey. connections that wouldn’t nor- Assael greeted customers at the counter. The One World Café in Salt Lake mally happen.” Photo courtesy of Fareground Community Cafe City, founded in 2003, is credited After launching three years for starting the national pay- ago, Schulman and co-founder sor.) Given their reliance on a truly grass- what-you-can movement. Denver, Kara M. Dean-Assael are closing in on roots approach and a lot of pro bono Colorado, has the most non-profit restau- their goal. Following a series of one-off assistance, Schulman says the process rants in one city (three), including SAME events and a Kickstarter crowd-funding hasn’t always been easy. Café, which opened in 2006. campaign last year, Fareground is now “It’s tricky because the model is so new. Because there are no set prices and the Co-founder and chef Margot Schulman in the final stages of securing their own We’re not a food pantry but we’re not a menu frequently changes, communica- cooks everything for Fareground in her 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. (Common for-profit restaurant either,” explained tion at Fareground Community Café is kitchen at home. Photo by Sommer Hixson Ground Farm has been their fiscal spon- Schulman, a professional natural foods key to helping people navigate the ex- chef, caterer and holistic health counsel- perience, which might be new to some or. “As important as they are, the atmo- customers and possibly awkward. Signs Man Charged in Philipstown Debit Card Theft sphere at food pantries is depressing ... . and table tents explain how the system We’re not serving food that other people works. Importantly, there is a trained utnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a 26-year-old don’t want. We’re using the Hudson Val- greeter on site to talk to anyone with Goshen resident stemming from his alleged involvement in the theft of a debit questions and to serve as a mediator for P ley’s wonderful bounty in our kitchen: card from a Philipstown residence. work exchanges. fresh, local and organic when possible. “It’s not a free meal. It’s more about rec- On Sept. 9, 2014, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint from a It’s food that I would make for anybody.” resident that her debit card had been used at several locations throughout Cold ognizing there are lots of different ways to Spring and nearby Beacon without her permission. A gathering place pay for something,” said Schulman. “It’s While continuing to fundraise and Robert Ferris of the Sheriff’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation looked into the also about respecting the fact that most incident. His probe enabled him to identify Ryan P. Loughlan of 22 Knapp hunt for a permanent venue, Fareground people don’t want a handout. They want Terrace as the suspect in this case. According to Investigator Ferris, Loughlan, is launching a monthly, full-menu “Sun- to be able to give something back and be an acquaintance of the homeowner, allegedly stole the debit card and used it to day Pop-up” series at The Beacon Com- appreciated for what they do have.” conduct several unauthorized transactions. Loughlan was arrested on Sept. 19, 2014, and charged with grand larceny in the fourth-degree, a class E felony. He was released without bail pending an Oct. 8 court appearance in Philipstown Town Justice Court. (A charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. )

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Depot in Garrison?” ‘When You Get to Garrison, Stand Up’ She died three years ago. Her death hit me harder than A memory of Esther and New York, Connecticut and California. The different generations would stroll any other family member Philip Baumgarten and or amble or bulldoze across the street to who had passed, not because The Hudson Peddler the Hudson House and we’d leave hours I loved them less but because later, beyond satisfied with food, drinks, I knew her more. And the By Sharon Cooper dessert and discussion. We’d return to town came out once again to sing, laugh and cry and honor hen you get to Garrison, One Market Street for heated family de- bates, campaigning to win each other’s my funny, no-nonsense great- stand up.” I’ve heard these aunt Esther Baumgarten. “Wwords more times than votes about which movie we’d go see I can count. I’ve heard them so many together, and Aunt Essie and my grand- A nod to Essie and Phil times that they are embedded in my mother would declare yearly that they’d A few months ago, someone mind like a computer program and just walk on the ice in crutches for Thanks- who knew Essie and Phil well pop into my head any time I’ve headed to giving, just in case anyone was consider- sent me a notice that the Aery Cold Spring from New York City, where ing not coming the next year…. Theatre Company was taking I’ve lived now for over a dozen years. As a college student on break, I brought submissions of one-act plays my boyfriend to stay with me in Essie and at the Depot in Garrison. I The Hudson Peddler Phil’s extra apartment and we signed their Sharon Cooper, left, and Esther “Essie” Baumgarten, submitted my play A Visit to My great-aunt and great-uncle, Es- guest book and couldn’t believe we got to in New York City in a photo by Ira Baumgarten the Bronx — which is inspired ther and Philip Baumgarten, lived at have our own space! A few years later, Image courtesy of Sharon Cooper by my grandmother, Gertrude One Market Street in Cold Spring, for newly single and looking for a new ad- Schmilowitz, who was born in 32 years. For over 20 of those years, they venture, in the summer of 2000, I moved keepsie.” They also wanted to make sure the Bronx; it also has a nod or ran a store called The Hudson Peddler. from Chesterfield, Virginia, to New York when you headed back home to the city, two to Essie and Phil. It was chosen for a They lived above the store and had a few to pursue playwriting — with no job and that you gave yourself at least 20 minutes production. And, so, soon I will be stand- tenants and even a local B&B in their to walk across the street. building. Someone might come into the no friends and no idea what I’d do. ing up in Garrison, to cross the tracks I wish I had asked Phil more questions store a few times and before you knew I moved into Essie and Phil’s apart- to the Depot and present A Visit to the about his life during those months I lived it, they’d be upstairs having coffee with ment, the one that used to be a B&B. Bronx. I will stand up at Garrison but my Essie and Phil. As I pulled up to One Market Street in with him in 2000. Three years later, he heart will be a stop away in Cold Spring, My memories of Cold Spring are like my parents’ hand-me-down Honda, Es- died with his family lovingly gathered knowing Essie would be so pleased about flipping through a photo album. As a sie and Phil’s garden was in full bloom around him. It seemed that the entire this production. girl traveling from Chesterfield, Virginia, and Essie greeted me from the top of the town gathered to honor this kind, gentle You can see A Visit to the Bronx on with my sister and parents for Thanksgiv- stairs: “Why do you have so much stuff?” man. I remember sitting in my apart- Sunday, Oct. 5, at 6 p.m. at the Depot ing, after quick hugs and hellos, I’d rush “I’m moving.” ment in New York City after he died, Theatre, along with other one-act plays from their attic apartment down to The Those were wonderful and lonely looking out my window at the budding entered in the competition. If it progress- Hudson Peddler to pull red candy fish out weeks — wishing that the dreary wallpa- magnolia tree while snow slowly swept es, you might be able to see it sometime of a jar, or plough down the cold street per would whisper what I should do and down on the branches. the following weekend, Oct. 11 and 12 as with my coat open to “scoop the loop” at blessed to have family a few floors above. During these years while I’ve lived in well. You can find full details about the the river. As a teenager, I’d walk into town Before long, I was in New York City in the New York, I’ve had lots of good things festival at Philipstowndepottheatre.org. with family and friends to pick up Chi- same apartment I’m in now. happen around my playwriting life — na- Sharon E. Cooper is an internation- nese food the day after Thanksgiving. And as soon as I moved, the mantra tional and international productions and ally produced and published playwright We gathered as a large group once a began: “When you get to Garrison, stand publications. Essie always came to the and a screenwriter. She’s currently work- year for Thanksgiving — and many times up.” Even though Garrison was a full city to see everything she could, and she ing on her second full-length screenplay. a Cold Spring Thanksgiving — relatives five minutes on the train before getting kept every publication on her bookshelf. Learn more at sharonecooper.com or arriving from Montreal and New Mexico, to Cold Spring, Essie and Phil wanted to She also said in recent years, “Wouldn’t it contact her by email at secooper1@ya- from Florida and Virginia, from upstate make sure “you don’t end up in Pough- be nice if you had your work done at the hoo.com. Wide Eye Exhibition: Art & Wisdom Talk Kongtrul Jigme Namgyel October 12th 2-6pm

at The Garrison Institute 14 Mary’s Way, Rt. 9D at Glenclyffe, Garrison, NY

Free and Open to the Public Kongtrul Jigme Namgyel will elaborate on the notion of wisdom from the Buddhist point of view and its great similarity to the creative source from which art arises. Learn more at garrisoninstitute.org/wideeye or call 845.424.4800

Building a more compassionate, resilient future www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info The Paper September 26, 2014 7 The Calendar Playwright Peter Ullian Presents Big Bossman in Beacon Scribe & Script Series features of the Lawnchair Man). Big Bossman, on the other staged readings from local authors hand, is perhaps less exotic, being, in Ullian’s description, “about a By Alison Rooney family.” However, this is not a simple kitchen sink drama. eacon’s Peter Ullian has a signature line on his Originally written in the 1980s, emails describing him in any number of terms Ullian, in his re-write, set it in including but not limited to librettist, library B 2009, at the height of the recent recession, which trustee, puppeteer, security guard, visiting assistant Ullian finds “still very potent.” In its first incarna- professor, and — perhaps most crucially: author, play- tion it was described by Marianne Evett, in The wright, educator. Cleveland Plain Dealer as “a cross between Mamet At the heart of it all Ullian is a playwright, a and the Marx Brothers … Ullian’s comedy flirts with prolific one at that despite multiple identities. On all kinds of allegorical possibilities … a suitably Saturday, Sept. 27, the Beacon Theatre presents a flaky style, an oddball naturalism that plays against reading, as part of their Scribe & Script Series, of one the absurdities in the dialogue … bland spoofery, of his past and present plays, Big Bossman. Past, as it improbable dialogue laced with specific detail and was the second full play he wrote, decades ago, but monologues like verbal jazz riffs … Ullian has a present as he recently revised it. distinctive voice.” Ullian’s plays have tackled subject matter almost as Ullian says this comedy drama intentionally disparate as his varied occupations, from life in a “veers and lurches from ridiculousness to savagery.” concentration camp (the musical drama Signs of Life) The impetus for what transpires is a family suffer- to the West Virginia Mining Wars of 1920 (Bloody ing from hard times. As Ullian describes it, “The Mingo Murder Ballad) and a character study set family has never been well off and they have pinned against a coup attempt on Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez Top left, Big Bossman cover (image provided); above, playwright all hopes on the jobs its two brothers have just (New American Century). Not to leave out the musical Peter Ullian (Photo by A. Rooney) taken on — with a local crime (To page 14) tale of a severely dyslexic man who longs to fly Flight( Carla Goldberg: Seeing Structure but Seeing Through It ‘Perennial experimenter’ Goldberg headed east, how happy I was. I got off earning her MA from the ladder and the very shows work at Gallery 66 NY the Maryland Institute next day went up to my By Alison Rooney College of Art, a pro- studio on the third floor gram which, she says, of my house and I made here’s an ocean hidden away on a “catered to experimenta- myself go every single day quiet Nelsonville Street. A sea where tion; the only rule was for a year because it’s Tjellyfish abound, those umbrella- that there ‘had to be hard to start again. By resembling plankton reproducing paint on it somewhere’ then my older work felt through the artistry of Carla Goldberg, — this allowed you to dated, and I felt a little who is creating a kingdom of them on find your voice. There lost; I needed to get my Plexiglas in her studio at her home. Us- were weekly student skills back, so I started ing ink and resin on glass, Goldberg’s critiques, all the studios painting landscapes. I sculptural drawings, each unique, have were open so you could stopped working on my combined into a kingdom of marine visit and see each house then and there and creatures (not fish — jellyfish are actu- others’ processes and now art has taken over ally plankton), in some ways abstracted, have free dialogue.” my house!” in others each with its own persona, Moving to New York, Sculpting with light fueled by Goldberg’s attraction to water, her artistic path was and shadow memory and shadow. Together they will altered by marriage, For someone who grew be displayed as the By Sea component of then a return of the up largely in the desert, Gallery 66 NY’s October exhibition, It’s cancer she first battled that art has always been Only Natural in combination with a By during her time in inspired by water. “In Land component of animal paintings by Maryland (she has been Palm Springs, I was only Beacon’s Cynthia McCusker. connected to water Goldberg, who, apart from her own through pools and work, also directs the Skylight Gallery sprinkler systems, but I’d in New York City and bau (Beacon go on these long California Artists Union) in Beacon, calls herself a coastline trips with my “perennial experimenter. As I’m work- grandparents, and I ing on a body of work I’ll see something always felt a connected- that leads me to try something else; ness to water.” Returning there’s always a kernel of a new idea.” to painting, one day The something else has always been Close-up of a jellyfish design by Carla Goldberg Image courtesy of the artist Goldberg noticed a bottle art-related, as Goldberg says she has of resin in a corner of her known she wanted to be an artist since healthy since.) studio. With a bathroom age four. Goldberg took art classes floor needing repair, and feeling that she throughout her growing-up years, first “I always felt like my art career was constantly delayed, even after getting couldn’t live with just plywood Goldberg in Los Angeles, and then Palm Springs. painted some lines and decided to seal it After starting college with the healthy, as then I had kids, and when they’re little, they need your attention,” with resin. “It was beautiful, but too intention of studying medicine, fostered slippery, so I pulled out a hand-sander by her grandfather, she “realized after a Goldberg said. “So, I shifted my energy towards working on my house, but one and over the four days it took, it made me year that even if I became a doctor I think about resin, consider it. That was would be coming home to paint and day, when my husband and I were preparing to give a party I was painting the beginning of the use of resin in my draw — this is what I’m passionate work and it’s all been experimentation, about, I love every aspect of art.” sheets as a decoration, and it occurred trial and error — I’ve (To page 15) After her undergraduate studies, Carla Goldberg Photo by A. Rooney to me as I was standing on a ladder, 8 September 26, 2014 The Paper www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info

Backbeat with Rudy 9:30 p.m. Max’s on Main | 246 Main St., Beacon BEHIND the 845-838-6297 | maxsonmain.com The Calendar Bakklash COUNTER Looking for things to do in and around Philipstown? Grab 9:30 p.m. 12 Grapes | 12 N. Division St., The Calendar and go. For more details and ongoing events, Peekskill | 914-737-6624 | 12grapes.com ✥ by Tara ✥ visit philipstown.info. Send event listings to Meetings & Lectures [email protected]. See you around town! Shabbat Shuvah 8 p.m. Reform Temple of Putnam Valley Scribe & Script Series: Childish 362 Church Road, Putnam Valley Friday, September 26 8 p.m. The Beacon Theatre | 445 Main St., 845-528-4774 | rtpv.org Beacon | 845-453-2978 | thebeacontheatre.org Kids & Community Saturday, September 27 Haldane Homecoming Parade Music 6 p.m. Main Street to Haldane School Ten Brook Molly Kids & Community 845-265-9254 | haldaneschool.org 5 - 8 p.m. Round Up Texas BBQ Cold Spring Farmers’ Market Starry Starry Night Benefit 2741 Route 9, Cold Spring 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Open 6 p.m. Walkway Over the Hudson 845-809-5557 | rounduptxbbq.com 11 a.m. Story time with Mrs. Merry 61 Parker Ave., Poughkeepsie Mente Clara and Progger (Brazilian Funk) Boscobel, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison 845-834-2867 | walkway.org 7:30 p.m. Cunneen-Hackett Theater csfarmmarket.org The Wiggles: Ready, Steady, Wiggle! Tour 12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie Household Hazardous Waste Collection 6:30 p.m. Mid-Hudson Civic Center 845-486-4571 | cunneen-hackett.org he Equinox blew in after a 9 a.m. - Noon. Putnam County Department of 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie Booksmrt blustery day. I’d cursed those Health | 1 Geneva Road, Brewster 845-454-5800 | midhudsonciviccenter.org 8 p.m. Chill Wine Bar | 173 Main St., Beacon dreadful squirrels pelting me 845-808-1390 x4315 | putnamcountyny.gov T 845-765-0885 | facebook.com/chillwinebar with acorns as I took in the view at Health & Fitness Registration required. Dockside until I realized it was the Dmitri Matheny Group Navigating Healthcare Options Passport Day wind shaking them loose from the 8 p.m. BeanRunner Café | 201 S. Division, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Howland Public Library 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Putnam County Clerk’s Office trees. There remain whispered rumors Peekskill | 914-737-1701 | beanrunnercafe.com 313 Main St., Beacon | 800-453-4666 40 Gleneida Ave., Carmel depicting me as fearful of these bands of Jo Dee Messina misn-ny.org. Appointment required. 845-808-1142 | putnamcountyny.gov roving rodents. Untrue! I look forward 8 p.m. Eisenhower Hall Theatre 2nd Annual Veterans and Families Fair to a good frolic, crunching leaves under Partner Massage Workshop 655 Ruger Road, West Point 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ramada Inn paw if only in my vivid imagination, 7:30 p.m. Living Yoga Studios 845-938-4159 | ikehall.com 3182 Route 9, Cold Spring 542 Route 9, Fishkill | 845-463-0840 without the hoarding and compulsive Swing Dance 845-809-5900 | livingyogastudios.com nysenate.gov/senator/terry-gipson activity of these furry frenetic creatures 8 p.m. Beginner’s lesson darting about, spoiling a peaceful day. Free Admission 8:30 p.m. The Fried Bananas Sports 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum On Main St. a pair of couples were Poughkeepsie Tennis Club Haldane Football vs. Pawling (Homecoming) 75 N. Water St., Poughkeepsie in the shop talking about the skiing trip 135 S. Hamilton St., Poughkeepsie 7:15 p.m. Haldane School 845-471-0589 | mhcm.org in Australia they’d just come back from. 845-454-2571 | hudsonvalleydance.org While I know Down Under is upside 15 Craigside Drive, Cold Spring Print tickets at smithsonianmag.com/museumday Back To The Garden 1969 down in their seasons, it is not renown for 845-265-9254 | haldaneschool.org Kayak Tours 8:30 p.m. Towne Crier Cafe skiing. The Boss engaged them in conver- 9:30 a.m. Nature | Noon. Waterfall Theater & Film 379 Main St., Beacon sation and learned they had been S.K.I.- 5:30 p.m. Twilight 845-855-1300 | townecrier.com ing — Spending the Kids Inheritance. We Depot Docs: The Central Park 5 Hudson River Expeditions hear it is a growing trend amongst baby 7:30 p.m. Philipstown Depot Theatre Cold Flavor Repair 14 Market St., Cold Spring boomers who have spent $60K x 4 on 10 Garrison’s Landing, Garrison 9 p.m. Whistling Willie’s | 184 Main St., Cold 845-809-5935 | hudsonriverexpeditions.com their children’s college experience only to 845-424-3900 | philipstowndepottheatre.org Spring | 845-265-2012 | whistlingwillies.com Hudson Valley Garlic Festival discover that their kids did pretty much 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saugerties the same recreational activities in those 845-246-3090 | hvgf.org Halls of Learning that their parents did during their Summers of Love. Rhinebeck Arts Festival ✥ ✥ ✥ 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Dutchess County Fairgrounds 6550 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck | artrider.com I shake my head and bury it between my paws before I can reach for the Contemplative Hike calculator to compute just how many 10 a.m. Little Stony Point boxes of dog biscuits almost a quarter 3011 Route 9D, Cold Spring of a million could buy. Lifetimes, I 845-831-2012 | beaconhebrewalliance.org estimate, for my whole crowd. I am Family Fun Day ever grateful that The Boss and The 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Constitution Island Chauffeur understand that continued toil constitutionisland.org on their part is required to support me Boat leaves Garrison Dock every half hour. in the manner to which I have become 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Teddy bear parades accustomed. I never had to share the Photography Walk & Talk monarchy with the twin kings who ruled 10 a.m. CEIE | 199 Dennings Ave., Beacon before my ascent to the throne unlike 845-765-2721 | bire.org the lead character of one of my favorite Volunteer Restoration Workday films, Lady and the Tramp. That Lady 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Long Dock Park, Beacon was told by her trusty Scottish terrier friend, Jock, “Babies are very expensive. 845-473-4440 x273 | scenichudson.org You won’t be allowed to play with it.” A Block Party & Sidewalk Sale succinct argument if ever I heard one. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Main Street, Cold Spring I was polled repeatedly preceding the vote on independence for Scotland. I declined to talk politics in the shop; it’s just not good for business. In general, I can say I am all for unity and wish there was a bit more locally. I imagine there are those, tired of the squabbling over trees and decrepit buildings, who might endorse an independent Nelsonville. However, I will endorse the new tea the boss is now selling. Wicked Good Tea, which comes with a complimentary reusable travel cup (dishwasher safe), a cup sleeve, and tea bags with every purchase. Seven varieties, regular, decaf, green and coconut. The Country Goose 115 Main Street, Cold Spring NY 845-265-2122 ✥ www.highlandbaskets.com Advertisement www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info The Paper September 26, 2014 9

Endangered Species Parade & Festival Drawing and Writing Comics (First Session) An Afternoon of Bluebirds 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Trailside Zoo 2 p.m. Garrison Art Center Sunday, September 28 2 p.m. Putnam Valley Grange 3006 Seven Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain 23 Garrison’s Landing, Garrison 128 Mill St., Putnam Valley 845-786-2701 | trailsidezoo.org 845-424-3960 | garrisonartcenter.org Kids & Community 845-265-3773 | putnamhighlandsaudubon.org Harvest Festival and Open Barn The Farm Project 2014 Mid-Run Reception Beacon Flea Market One River, Many Streams Folk Festival 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Stony Kill Farm and Performances 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Henry Street Lot, Beacon 2 - 4 p.m. Main and Cedar Streets, Beacon 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls 2 - 6 p.m. Saunders Farm 845-202-0094 | beaconflea.blogspot.com 845-454-3222 | artsmidhudson.org 845-831-1617 | stonykill.org 853 Old Albany Post Rd., Garrison I Run Beacon 5K Run/Walk Putnam History Museum Gala Dinner Free Admission 845-528-1797 | collaborativeconcepts.org 8 a.m. Memorial Park, Beacon | iambeacon.org 5 p.m. Highlands Country Club Noon - 4 p.m. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Alice Judson Memorial Fundraiser Hudson Valley Garlic Festival 955 Route 9D, Garrison | 845-265-4010 100 Muser Drive, Cornwall 4 - 7 p.m. RiverWinds Gallery | 172 Main St., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saugerties putnamhistorymuseum.org 845-534-5506 x204 | hhnaturemuseum.org Beacon | 845-838-2880 | riverwindsgallery.com See details under Saturday. Art & Design Print tickets at smithsonianmag.com/museumday Rhinebeck Arts Festival Theater & Film Oktoberfest with Spitze 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dutchess County Fairgrounds Sunday Art Walk Noon - 6 p.m. Bear Mountain State Park Disruption (Documentary, 2014) See details under Saturday. 4 p.m. Bank Square Coffeehouse | 129 Main St., Beacon | 845-454-3222 | artsmidhudson.org 55 Hessian Drive, Bear Mountain 12:30 p.m. Downing Film Center Kayak Tours 19 Front St., Newburgh 845-786-2731 | visitbearmountain.com 10 a.m. Hudson Highlands Spectacle Theater & Film 845-561-3686 | downingfilmcenter.com Bannerman Island Tours 2 p.m. Sandy Beach | Hudson River Expeditions Scribe & Script Series: Reach for the Sky 12:30 p.m. Scheduled tour Girl Rising (Documentary, 2013) See details under Saturday. 3 p.m. The Beacon Theatre | Details under Friday 3 p.m. Haunted History Tour 4 p.m. All Sport Health & Fitness Outdoor Discovery Center 800-979-3370 | zerve.com/bannerman 17 Old Main St., Fishkill 10 a.m. Gone to Seed Music 845-896-5678 | allsportfishkill.com Mandeville House Tour 4 - 6 p.m. Poetry Trail Opening Celebration Indian Ragas and Folk Melodies Scribe & Script Series: Big Bossman 1 p.m. Lower Station Road, Garrison 100 Muser Drive, Cornwall 2 p.m. Storm King Art Center | 1 Museum Road, 8 p.m. The Beacon Theatre | Details under Friday hudsonrivervalleyramble.com 845-534-5506 | hhnaturemuseum.org New Windsor | 845-534-3115 | stormking.org Public Canoe Trip Music Block Party & Sidewalk Sale Cowboy Daryl Cox 1 p.m. Audubon Center Group Guitar, Level 2 (First Session) 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Main Street, Cold Spring 5 - 8 p.m. Round Up Texas BBQ 127 Warren Landing Road, Garrison 9:45 a.m. Beacon Music Factory Beacon Farmers’ Market See details under Friday. 629 Route 52, Beacon 845-265-2601 x15 | constitutionmarsh.org 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Scenic Hudson River Center Traditional Irish Session 845-202-3555 | beaconmusicfactory.com Continental Army Military Demonstration Long Dock Drive, Beacon 6 - 9 p.m. Silver Spoon Cafe | 124 Main St., Cold 2 p.m. New Windsor Cantonment Outdoor Music Fest 845-234-9325 | beaconfarmersmarket.org Spring | 845-265-2525 | silverspooncs.com Noon - 10 p.m. Beale Street Barber Shop 374 Temple Hill Road, New Windsor Spirit of Beacon Day Karan Casey / Garnet Rogers 907 South St., Peekskill 845-561-1765 | nysparks.com 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Main Street, Beacon 7:30 p.m. Towne Crier Cafe 914-402-1700 | bealestreetbarbershop.com Family Fun Day 845-838-5010 | cityofbeacon.org See details under Friday. 3 - 9 p.m. Sarah Taylor Park, Fishkill Fred and Laura Oktoberfest with Johnny Konig Band 914-582-0120 | fishkillrotary.org 5 - 8 p.m. Round Up Texas BBQ Noon - 6 p.m. Bear Mountain State Park Meetings & Lectures Banktoberfest See details under Friday. See details under Saturday. Nancy Godbout: Journey On (Signing) 7 p.m. Bank Square Coffeehouse Jessica Lynn Bannerman Island Tour 1 - 3 p.m. The Gift Hut 129 Main St., Beacon 7 p.m. Paramount Hudson Valley 12:30 p.m. Beacon Dock 86 Main St., Cold Spring 845-440-7165 | banksquarecoffeehouse.com 1008 Brown St., Peekskill | 914-739-0039 800-979-3370 | zerve.com/bannerman 845-297-3786 | thegifthut.com Charley Krachy Quintet The Incidental Steward Health & Fitness Mandeville House Tour Akiko Busch: 8 p.m. BeanRunner Café | Details under Friday 1 p.m. Lower Station Road, Garrison (Talk & Signing) Yoga at Storm King Wishbone Ash hudsonrivervalleyramble.com 2 p.m. Beacon Institute 10:15 a.m. 1 Museum Road, New Windsor 8:30 p.m. Towne Crier Cafe Children & Families: Aquatic Creature Feature 199 Main St., Beacon 845-534-3115 | stormking.org See details under Friday. 1 p.m. Storm King Art Center | 1 Museum Road, 845-838-1600 | bire.org Sports Bert Rechtschaffer Jazz Trio New Windsor | 845-534-3115 | stormking.org (To page 10) 8:30 p.m. Chill Wine Bar | 173 Main St., Beacon Haldane vs. Putnam Valley (Girls’ Soccer) 845-765-0885 | facebook.com/chillwinebar 10 a.m. Haldane School As Good As It Gets The Gift Hut presents 15 Craigside Drive, Cold Spring Journey On: Beauty and Grit 845-265-9254 | haldaneschool.org 9 p.m. The Pantry | 3091 Route 9, Cold Spring 845-265-2840 | thepantrycs.com Along the Way Army vs. Bucknell (Men’s Soccer) 7 p.m. Clinton Field, West Point Crossroads Band Meet Cold Spring native Anna Blake Godbout 845-938-2526 | goarmysports.com 9 p.m. Whistling Willie’s | Details under Friday Book Signing Crash N Byrne Sunday, Sept. 28, 1-3 p.m. Art & Design 9:30 p.m. Max’s on Main | Details under Friday The Gift Hut, 86 Main Street, Cold Spring NY Free Admission Wendy May & Friends Award-winning published poet/writer, photographer 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Storm King Art Center 9:30 p.m. 12 Grapes | See details under Friday. 1 Museum Road, New Windsor 845-534-3115 | stormking.org Meetings & Lectures The Mouse and Print tickets at smithsonianmag.com/museumday Clearwater Annual Meeting the Meadow Free Admission 10 a.m. University Settlement Camp Theater written and illustrated Noon - 6 p.m. Hudson Valley Center for 724 Wolcott Ave., Beacon by Chad Wallace, a rising young star Contemporary Art | 1701 Main St., Peekskill 845-265-8080 | clearwater.org from the Hudson River Valley 914-788-0100 | hvcca.org Sloop Club Congress Book Signing: Print tickets at smithsonianmag.com/museumday 2 p.m. University Settlement Camp Theater Sat. Oct. 4, 1- 3 p.m. 724 Wolcott Ave., Beacon Melissa McGill with Flamenco y Sol The Gift Hut, 86 Main Street, Cold Spring NY Ensemble: Palmas 914-907-4928 | beaconsloopclub.org 1 & 4 p.m. Manitoga | 584 Route 9D, Garrison [email protected] 845-424-3812 | russelwrightcenter.org Phone 845.297.3786

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Crazy 8s Math Club (grades 3-5) (from page 9) The Calendar 3:30 p.m. Butterfield Library Monday, September 29 10 Morris Ave., Cold Spring 845-265-3040 | butterfieldlibrary.org Kids & Community Craft Hour (grades 2+) 4 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library Forests, Forts and Fun (grades K-2) 472 Route 403, Garrison (First Session) 845-424-3020 | desmondfishlibrary.org 3:45 p.m. Outdoor Discovery Center See details under Sunday. Health & Fitness Fall Schedule Cooking Class: Vegan Cooking Pain in Your Wrists or Hands? (Lecture) Always check online schedule for cancellations: www.skybabyyoga.com 4 p.m. Dempsey House | 1992 Crompond Road, 6 p.m. Hudson Valley Hospital Center Cortlandt Manor | 914-734-3780 | hvhc.org/events 1980 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor The Beatles, Higher Consciousness, & Meditation 914-734-3557 | hvhc.org/events Saturday, Oct. 11, 2 - 4:30 p.m. Led by Cary Bayer Health & Fitness Women’s Pick-up Basketball $25 by Oct. 8 / $35 after Basketball at Philipstown Rec 7 - 9 p.m. Philipstown Recreation Center Contact: 845.265.4444 | skybabyyoga.com 6:15 p.m. Skills & Drills (grades 5-8) | 7:30 p.m. See details under Monday. Men’s Pick-up | 107 Glenclyffe Drive, Garrison Sound Healing Workshop Saturday, Oct. 18, 4 - 6 p.m. Led by Kathy Toris-Rowe 845-424-4618 | philipstownrecreation.com Art & Design $25 pre-registration/$30 at door | Register at www.skybabyyoga.com Sports Garrison Art Center (First Sessions) 4 p.m. Figure Drawing Optimal Health & Immunity Workshop Haldane vs. Beacon (Boys’ Soccer) 6 p.m. Art Writing & Blogging Saturday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Led by Brad Teasdale, LMT 4:30 p.m. Haldane School | Details under Friday $25 | Register at www.skybabyyoga.com See details under Saturday. Music Meetings & Lectures Boot Camp 101 (First Session) Monday Garrison PTA 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Vinyasa with Julia 7 p.m. Beacon Music Factory 9:15 a.m. Garrison School 6 - 7:15 p.m. Vinyasa with Phoebe See details under Saturday. 1100 Route 9D, Garrison Tuesday 845-424-3689 | gufspta.org 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Gentle Yoga with Joelle Meetings & Lectures 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Pilates Tower with Bettina Butterfield Book Group: Lauren Bacall, Putnam County Candidates Meet & Greet Wednesday By Myself 5:30 - 9 p.m. Villa Barone Hilltop Manor 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Alignment Flow with Julian 7 p.m. Butterfield Library | 10 Morris Ave., Cold 466 Route 6, Mahopac ursday Spring | 845-265-3040 | butterfieldlibrary.org 845-228-8595 | putnamchamberny.org 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Morning Practice with Sarah NHFD Budget Workshop 6:45 - 8 p.m. Yin Yoga with Kathy 7 p.m. North Highlands Fire Department Wednesday, October 1 Friday 504 Fishkill Road, Cold Spring 9:30 - 10:45 a.m. Vinyasa with Phoebe 845-265-7285 | nhfd21.org Kids & Community 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Pilates Tower with Melia 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pilates Tower with Melia Desmond-Fish Library 6:30 - 8 p.m. (First Fridays) Group Healing with Holly Tuesday, September 30 10:15 a.m. Music and Movement for Toddlers 7 - 8 p.m. (all other Fridays) Meditation with Maeve 1:30 p.m. Pre-School Story Hour (ages 3-5) Saturday Kids & Community 3 p.m. Lego Club | See details under Tuesday. 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. Ashtanga with Claudia Show Us Your Moves (pre-K) (First Session) Howland Public Library 4 - 5:15 p.m. Community Yoga with Sarah 9:30 a.m. Beacon Music Factory | 629 Route 52, 9:45 a.m. Come and Play (ages 0-3) Sunday Beacon | 845-202-3555 | beaconmusicfactory.com 3 p.m. Toddler Tales (ages 2-3) 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon Alignment Flow with Julian See details under Tuesday. 4 - 5:15 p.m. Community Yoga with Kasia Baby & Me (ages 0-2) 10:30 a.m. Howland Public Library | 313 Main St., Beacon | 845-831-1134 | beaconlibrary.org STEAMROLLER PRINTMAKING FESTIVAL Sunday OCTOBER 5, 12 to 4 FREE All ages All skills ART MUSIC FOOD FUN Watch ARTISTS MAKE HUGE PRINTS Wood block print by Jeff White Jeff block print by Wood Join us to make your own print & watch as it is pressed by a giant STEAMROLLER! STEAMROLLER SPONSORS N. Dain’s Sons Co., Peekskill, NY Down by the Riverside www.dainslumber.com 914.737.2000 23 Garrison’s Landing, Garrison, NY For more information about our Monadnock Paper Mills, Garrison, NY Steamroller Community Event & www.mpm.com 914.262.8102 other Art Center programs visit Polhemus Construction Co., Inc., Garrison, NY garrisonartcenter.org 845.424.3960 www.polhemusconstruction.com 845.424.3477 www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info The Paper September 26, 2014 11

Amanda Lynne and Wendy Isler Alvarez: Calling All Poets (from page 10) Music The Calendar Earthly Beings 8 p.m. Howland Cultural Center 5-String Banjo (Clawhammer) (First Session) 6 – 8 p.m. Marina Gallery 477 Main St., Beacon Senior Luncheon 7:30 p.m. Garrison Art Center 153 Main St., Cold Spring 845-831-4988 | howlandculturalcenter.org Noon. Philipstown Community Center 23 Garrison’s Landing, Garrison 845-265-2204 | marinagalleryfineart.com 107 Glenclyffe Drive, Garrison 845-424-3960 | garrisonartcenter.org Music 845-424-4618 | philipstownrecreation.com Biergarten Bosco & The Storm Fred and Laura Crazy 8s Math Club (grades K-2) 7 - 11 p.m. Germania of Poughkeepsie 7:30 p.m. Towne Crier Cafe 5 - 8 p.m. Round Up Texas BBQ 3:30 p.m. Butterfield Library 37 Old Degarmo Road, Poughkeepsie See details under Friday. See details under Sept. 26. See details under Tuesday. 845-471-0609 | germaniapok.com JP Patrick & Friends Salsa Night with Sonidos Grandes Beacon Music Factory (First Sessions) 8:30 p.m. 12 Grapes | See details under Friday. Health & Fitness 8 p.m. BeanRunner Café | Details under Sept. 26 4 p.m. Kids Singing Club (ages 6-10) Blood Drive Tito Rojas (Salsa) 5:15 p.m. Beginning Group Piano Lessons (ages Meetings & Lectures 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Hudson Valley Hospital 8 p.m. Paramount Hudson Valley 5-7) | See details under Tuesday. Small Business Institute Seminar Series 1980 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor See details under Saturday. Truly 20-Minute Dinners (Class) (First Session) 800-933-2566 | nybloodcenter.org Eliza Gilkyson / Paul Stafford 6:30 p.m. Homespun at Home 6 p.m. Galleria Navigating Healthcare Options 8:30 p.m. Towne Crier Cafe 259 Main St., Beacon | 917-803-6857 2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie | dcrcoc.org 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Howland Public Library See details under Sept. 26. homecookingny.com/hudsonvalley Joseph Cosentino: Paper Doll (Reading) 313 Main St., Beacon | 800-453-4666 6:30 p.m. Howland Public Library John Priano Health & Fitness misn-ny.org | Appointment required. 9 p.m. Whistling Willie’s | Details under Sept. 26 313 Main St., Beacon Adult Co-Ed Soccer 845-831-1134 | beaconlibrary.org First Friday Group Healing The Olivarez Trio 6 p.m. Philipstown Park | Route 9D, Garrison 6:30 p.m. SkyBaby Yoga 9:30 p.m. Dogwood | 47 E. Main St., Beacon Zoning Board of Appeals 75 Main St., Cold Spring 845-202-7500 | dogwoodbar.com 845-424-4618 | philipstownrecreation.com 7 p.m. Village Hall | 85 Main St., Cold Spring 845-265-4444 | skybabyyoga.com Sports 845-265-3611 | coldspringny.gov Meetings & Lectures DFL Talks: Hudson River Sports Haldane vs. Panas (Girls’ Tennis) Kol Nidre / Erev Yom Kippur 7 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library 4:15 p.m. Haldane School | Details under Friday Haldane vs. North Rockland (Volleyball) 8 p.m. St. Mary’s Parish Hall 472 Route 403, Garrison 6 p.m. Haldane School 1 Chestnut St., Cold Spring 845-424-3020 | desmondfishlibrary.org Art & Design See details under Sept. 26 845-265-8011 | philipstownreformsynagogue.org Monotype Printing (First Session) Putnam County Metal Detectorists and Gallery Show Openings Yom Kippur / Kol Nidre 5:30 p.m. Garrison Art Center Archaeological Society 8 p.m. Reform Temple of Putnam Valley 7 p.m. First Baptist Church See details under Tuesday. Cynthia McCusker and Carla Goldberg: It’s 362 Church Road, Putnam Valley 460 N. Main St., Brewster | greattreasure.com Only Natural 845-528-4774 | rtpv.org Meetings & Lectures Robert Mayers: The Forgotten Revolution 6 - 9 p.m. Gallery 66 NY 2015 Putnam County Budget (Lecture) 66 Main St., Cold Spring 7 p.m. Presentation by County Executive 7 p.m. Fort Montgomery Historic Site 845-809-5838 | gallery66ny.com Ongoing 8 p.m. Public hearing 690 Route 9W, Fort Montgomery Bill Kooistra: New Paintings Art & Design Putnam County Golf Course | 181 Hill St., Mahopac 845-446-2134 | nysparks.com 6 -8 p.m. Buster Levi Gallery Visit philipstown.info/galleries 845-208-7800 | putnamcountyny.com Town Board Meeting 121 Main St., Cold Spring Planning Board Workshop 7:30 p.m. Town Hall | 238 Main St., Cold Spring 845-809-5145 | busterlevigallery.com Religious Services 7 p.m. Village Hall | 85 Main St., Cold Spring 845-265-5200 | philipstown.com Visit philipstown.info/services 845-265-3611 | coldspringny.gov Theater & Film Garrison School Board Friday, October 3 8th Annual 20/20 One-Act Competition Meetings & Lectures 8 p.m. Philipstown Depot Theatre 7:30 p.m. Garrison School | 1100 Route 9D, Alcoholics Anonymous First Friday in Cold Spring 10 Garrison’s Landing, Garrison Garrison | 845-424-3689 | gufs.org Visit philipstown.info/aa 845-424-3900 | philipstowndepottheatre.org Town Board Workshop Kids & Community Support Groups | Visit philipstown.info/sg 7:30 p.m. Town Hall | 238 Main St., Cold Spring ANTs (age 2-4) (First Session) 845-265-5200 | philipstown.com 9:30 a.m. Wildlife Education Center 25 Boulevard, Cornwall-on-Hudson Thursday, October 2 845-534-7781 | hhnaturemuseum.org Preschool on the Farm: Pumpkins, Squash Kids & Community and Gourds (ages 2-4) Computer Learning for Seniors (Registration) 10 a.m. Common Ground Farm 9:30 - 11 a.m. William Koehler Senior Center 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls 180 Route 6, Mahopac 845-231-4424 | commongroundfarm.org 9:30 - 11 a.m. Putnam Valley Senior Center Rhyme Time By The Hudson (ages 1-5) 117 Town Park Lane, Putnam Valley 10 a.m. Boscobel 845-628-6423 | putnamcountyny.gov 1601 Route 9D, Garrison Butterfield Library 845-265-3638 x140 | boscobel.org 10:30 a.m. Bouncing Babies Young Adult Connection Group 12:30 p.m. Little Bookworms (ages 3-5) 3 - 5 p.m. Howland Public Library See details under Tuesday. See details under Tuesday. Howland Public Library Dancing Stories! Musical Adventures 10 a.m. Brain Games for Seniors (First Sessions) 10:30 a.m. Pre-K Story Time (ages 3-5) 3:30 p.m. Grades 2+ | 4:30 p.m. Grades K-1 3:30 p.m. Come and Play (ages 0-3) Dancing Dialogues | 26 Main St., Cold Spring 3:45 p.m. Lego Club (ages 4+) 845-265-1085 | suzitortora.com See details under Tuesday. First Friday Farm Tour Mom & Babies Group 4 p.m. Glynwood Farm | 362 Glynwood Road, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Desmond-Fish Library Cold Spring | 845-265-3338 | glynwood.org 472 Route 403, Garrison [email protected] | Registration required. Girls Leadership Institute (grades 2 & 3) Depot Docs presents: (First Session) 6:30 p.m. Haldane School (Library) The Central Park 5 Reception and Q & A with director following the ﬁ lm 15 Craigside Drive, Cold Spring 19 Front St., Newburgh, NY 646-416-4341 | girlsleadershipinstitute.org Friday September 26, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20: brownpapertickets.com 845-561-3686 A 501 (c) 3 Not-For-Proﬁ t Arts Organization Health & Fitness Aery Theatre Company presents: Now Showing Held Over Addressing the Confusion over Breast 20/20 One Act Play Festival Cancer Screening Oct. 3 - 12, Fridays & Saturdays, 8 p.m. My Old Lady (PG-13) 6 p.m. Hudson Valley Hospital With Kevin Kline, Kristin Scott Thomas See details under Tuesday. Sundays, 4 p.m. & Maggie Smith Tickets $15: brownpapertickets.com Adult Co-Ed Volleyball FRI 7:30, SAT 2:30 5:15 8:00 Depot Theatre presents: 7:30 p.m. Philipstown Recreation Center SUN 2:30 5:15, TUES & WED See details under Monday. Snow Falling on Red Leaves 7:30, THUR 2:00 7:30 An evening of entertainment with inspiration from the life and music of Phoebe Art & Design Snow, with comedians Pete Smith and Gregory Joseph, music by Open Book Special Screening Marbling Workshop (First Session) and Raquel Vidal and the Monday Men, and dance featuring Lucy Austin. Disruption Climate. Change. 6 p.m. Garrison Art Center Saturday, October 18, 8 p.m. (NR) SAT 12:30 Only See details under Tuesday. Tickets $20 at brownpapertickets.com Free for this film only. Seating on a first come, first served basis 845.424.3900 • www.philipstowndepottheatre.org YOUR BEST BET — buy tix ahead at box Garrison Landing, Garrison, NY (Theatre is adjacent to train station.) office or at www.downingfilmcenter.com 12 September 26, 2014 The Paper www.philipstown.info | Philipstown.info

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raised at PARC’s events, including the sticks (while supplies last); glow sticks Share Your News with Our Readers annual Cablethon, directly benefits and and other light-up items for sale. impacts people with disabilities. Boscobel’s Family Bonfire Night takes hare news and announcements with the readers of Philipstown.info and Pledges and donations may be made place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. SThe Paper. To submit your upcoming events and announcements for in several ways for this year’s PARC 12; the next day is a school holiday. (Rain consideration in our Community Briefs section (in print and online) submit a Cablethon. Visit the PARC website for de- date is Sunday, Oct. 19.) Limited seating text-only press release (250 words or less) along with a separately attached tails at PutnamARC.org. around the bonfire will be provided; feel high-resolution photograph to [email protected]. To learn more about PARC and the ser- free to bring chairs. Admission is $12 vices and advocacy provided, call 845- for adults, children 10 and under free. do we do so little when we know so much?” 278-PARC or log onto PutnamARC.org. Friends of Boscobel members receive a Hike Through Reese Through a relentless investigation to 10 percent discount. Visit Boscobel.org or Sanctuary on Oct. 4 find the answer, Disruption takes an Come One, Come All to call 845-265-3638 for ticket information. utnam Highlands Audubon Society unflinching look at the devastating con- Cold Spring Sidewalk Sale Pwill offer a hike through Reese Sanc- sequences of inaction. Putnam Family & tuary in New Hamburg on Oct. 4, begin- The exploration lays bare the terri- s giant stores expand across the Community Services To ning at 9 a.m. There will be an opportu- fying science, shattered political pro- Acountry, some small shopkeepers nity to look for birds and other wildlife. cess, and unrelenting industry special quiver and quake and finally give up. Not Host Benefit Dinner interests and civic stasis. The film goes in Cold Spring, New York. It is a moderately easy hike along Wap- utnam Family & Community Services behind-the-scenes of efforts to organize Main Street merchants in the historic pinger Creek, and families are welcome. (PFCS), the only private, not-for-prof- the largest climate rally in the history of little village on the Hudson River are P To reach the sanctuary, take Route 9 to it agency providing licensed counseling the planet during the UN world climate also expanding — on to the sidewalks Route 28 (Old Hopewell Road) west to- and treatment for mental health and summit. outside their stores. ward 9D. At the fuchsia-colored building substance abuse in Putnam County, an- The film enlarges the issue beyond cli- Starting on Saturday, Sept. 27, and Sun- continue on New Hamburg Road, cross- nounces its annual fundraising benefit mate impacts and makes a compelling day, Sept. 28, from noon to 4 p.m., they ing over Wappinger Creek. At the four- dinner dance to be held from 6:30 p.m. call for bold action. will hold a bargain-bloated sidewalk sale way intersection, take a right and then to 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, at Sa- Disruption will be shown at 12:30 p.m. with just about every Main Street busi- on your right, pull into the town park. At lem Golf Club, North Salem, New York. on Saturday, Sept. 27. Admission is free ness participating. Rain or shine, dis- the back of the park you will see a sign Proceeds will support the mental health — donations welcomed for the Downing played outdoors on Main Street will be for the sanctuary. For more information, and chemical dependency treatment pro- Film Center’s future programming. The antiques, gifts, handicrafts and so much call Perry Pitt at 845-424-4266 or con- grams of PFCS, reaching 1 in 12 residents screening will be followed by a short dis- more at great prices. tact him at [email protected] in the community. cussion. The weekend atmosphere will be high- “This year we said goodbye to our Seating is on a first-come, first-served lighted by face painting at Kismet at dear friend and longtime patron, the basis. Doors open at noon for seating. If Caryn’s, tiddly winks and bubble blow- Disruption Climate. late Sidney Gibson. In his memory, we there are questions, call the Downing ing contest at the Country Goose, bal- have established the Sid Gibson IMAG- Change. Screens at Film Center at 845-561-3686 and leave a loon art at Go-Go Pops, checkers and INE Award to celebrate those who have message if necessary. The Downing Film chess games at the Garden Cafe, Ango- Downing Sept. 27 dared to imagine a world where everyone Center is located at 19 Front St., New- ra wool spinning demonstration at the he Downing Film Center will present has hope for wellness and recovery,” said burgh. Visit downingfilmcenter.com. Country Goose, treasure hunt — every- a special screening of the film Dis- Diane Russo, PFCS executive director. T one, camping and fishing expo at Old ruption Climate. Change. for the com- “Our first honorees, Steve and Susan Sa- nd Souls, lemonade stand at Swing, bead munity. The film is not rated but is ap- lomone and Lou and Carol Christiansen, PARC Hosts 22 identification and free gem for kids at propriate for the whole family. The film will be recognized at the event for their Momminia, magic tricks at the Country will be shown in conjunction with the Anniversary Cablethon tireless work to drive awareness for in- Touch, grand opening of Open Concept, Newburgh Last Saturdays’ Program and ARC will host its 22nd Annual An- tervention and prevention in the face of balloons, bubbles, music and entertain- Newburgh Open Studios 2014. niversary Cablethon from 10 a.m. to our current drug crisis.” P ment for the children. For outdoors folks, “When it comes to climate change, why noon, live, on Saturday, Sept. 27, on Com- When Sen. Charles Schumer visited enjoy kayaking on the Hudson and hik- cast Cable Channel 8. Putnam County last month, he declared ing Breakneck Mountain. Hosted by PARC’s Executive Direc- heroin abuse in Putnam County an “epi- This quaint 19th-century village is lo- tor Susan Limongello, this broadcast demic” in need of the federal govern- cated on the banks of the Hudson River is PARC’s opportunity to celebrate its ment’s attention and resources. Accord- in Putnam County, New York, and boasts commitment to providing exceptional ing to Putnam Sheriff Donald Smith, many antiques shops, specialty shops and services for children and adults with de- heroin arrests have increased by more great restaurants. Enjoy the day walking velopmental disabilities and to applaud than 300 percent in two years and heroin and shopping on Main Street and enjoy- the agency and staff’s many accomplish- deaths have increased four-fold. ing some old fashioned outdoor shopping. ments. The event, first broadcast in 1992, The benefit includes dinner, dancing For further information or directions, has been PARC’s single largest fundrais- and music by Tony Merando and The contact Leonora Burton at 845-265- er each year for the past 22 years. Crossroads Band. PFCS will also host a 2122 or ColdSpringonHudson.com. This year’s broadcast will include dis- silent auction. cussion of current issues in the area of For tickets and information, visit PFC- developmental disabilities, guest inter- Family Bonfire Night SInc.org or contact Debbie Levin at 845- views, visits from local leaders and mem- 225-2700, ext. 136 or [email protected]. bers of the business community, and Lights Up Boscobel Oct. 12 PARC participants and family members. njoy a fall evening by the glow of a Recognized as a 501(c)(3) in 1954, PARC Eroaring bonfire as Boscobel invites Step Up for STEM provides programming and advocacy for everyone to gather for some old-fash- at 2014 HSF Fall Ball over 650 children and adults with de- ioned “kindled” fun. velopmental disabilities within Putnam Entry fee includes marshmallows, Event to benefit cutting-edge Image courtesy of Downing Film Center County and in southern Dutchess and stargazing with Lisa DiMarzo (weather Makerspace at Haldane on Oct. 4 northern Westchester counties. Money permitting) and live entertainment with ttendees of this year’s Haldane fireside songs performed by Rick Soedler ASchool Foundation Fall Ball will have on acoustic guitar. the chance to help local students develop If it is a clear night, DiMarzo, Bosco- critical skills in Science, Technology, En- bel’s museum educator, will point out gineering and Math (STEM) by raising amazing autumn sky features such as money for the creation of a state-of-the- Polaris, Cassiopeia, Pegasus and Cygnus art “Makerspace” at Haldane. Buying Gold, Silver, Diamonds, Coins, etc. while sharing stories, secrets and lore of Specializing in estate jewelry. We buy to resell, not to scrap. In addition to sunset cocktails, fabu- the Hudson Valley’s starry nights. lous food from Valley Restaurant and an 171 Main Street Food available for purchase on site: exciting silent auction, the Oct. 4 Fall Ball Cold Spring NY 10516 bratwurst, burgers and more; compli- at The Garrison will feature a live pledge • Thursday & Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. mentary marshmallows and toasting drive entitled, (Continued on next page) • Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

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Quinn’s is located at 330 Main St., in Beacon. As with all Monday jazz sessions at Quinn’s, the performance begins at 8 p.m. and there will be no cover charge at the door, though donations for the artists will be requested and gratefully accepted. Open Call for Film and Video Submissions eacon Underground Film Festival The new Makerspace at Haldane Photo by Pam Gunther Beacon Message in a Bottle Image courtesy of HELLO BEACON 2163 B(BUFF) announces the second annual underground film festival to be held in (From previous page) “Step Up For first Christian playwright, whose views best known for her work in glass. The proj- Beacon on Nov. 8, 2014, at Beacon Yoga, STEM.” All proceeds from this special of the world didn’t always harmonize ect was selected to receive support from 464 Main St., featuring innovative film- event will help fund the development with her religious beliefs. Arts Mid-Hudson, with funds made avail- makers and video artists as well as talent- of the new Makerspace at the Haldane Muhlenberg College is a liberal arts able through the Decentralization Program ed amateurs and experimental dabblers. Learning Lab — an innovative multimedia college of more than 2,200 students in of the New York State Council on the Arts. Co-founder of the festival Atticus Lani- facility to be equipped with technology Allentown, Pennsylvania. Tickets and “A 150-year time capsule offers another per- gan states: “There’s room for an alterna- such as 3D printing, 3D scanning, a pro- information are available at muhlenberg. spective on the passing of time: if a com- tive that truly celebrates media and those digital camcorder and iMacs loaded with edu/theatre. mon lifespan is 75 to 80 years,” Reynolds that create it. With no sponsors, no cri- Final Cut Pro for Advance Media Editing, said, “then you can know somebody who teria, no judges and the ability to accept LEGO Mindstorm Robotics and more. knew somebody who was alive 150 years anonymous submission from the commu- Haldane Principal Brent Harrington Hudson Valley Health ago, someone who might have put a mes- nity, we feel we have the chance to help says the Makerspace will be a place Enrollment Summit Set sage in the time capsule bottle.” Beacon and those who have no other out- where students can work collaboratively It’s estimated that the time capsule let for their talent. We are advocates of and creatively with the latest technology. for Oct. 1 will hold 1,200 messages. The collection free speech and unfettered access to all “Imagine a small group of seventh-grade statewide series of regional events of messages will continue until Dec. 31, media in an age where corporate influ- students working together to create elec- Abrings together community leaders 2014, or until the glass container is full. ence is stifling the real voices of change.” tronic prototypes using the engineering and stakeholders to review the first year Contact Reynolds at jreynoldsten@ All submissions to the Beacon Under- program littleBits, while at the same time of outreach and enrollment for health in- gmail.com or call 845-838-1032. ground Film Festival will be accepted a group of third graders working at a surance coverage available through New and showcased with a no-censorship pol- multimedia table using an iMac and Fi- York State of Health. icy. Any style or genre will be accepted nal Cut Pro to complete a digital story on The Hudson Valley Summit will en- Quinn’s Presents KIK: with no limit on theme or content. Film animal species in our local community,” gage statewide and local groups to exam- Karl Berger, Ingrid Sertso and videos less than 15 minutes are given he said. “This is a 21st-century space for ine best practices, and begin to develop priority. Longer works will be considered the 21st-century learner.” regional coordinated plans for the sec- and Ken Filiano Oct. 6 on a first-come, first-serve basis. Over- HSF Trustee Betsy Matos Carone said ond period of open enrollment (Nov. 15, s part of its Monday Jazz Session, head costs are being underwritten by the “Step Up For STEM” initiative reflects 2014 through Feb. 15, 2015). AQuinn’s presents the ensemble KIK, The Beaconite Group. For more informa- the talent and commitment of the Haldane A summit will be held from 9:30 a.m. to at 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 6, featuring the tion about the festival or how to submit Community. Partnering with the HSF and 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at the Ramada noted composer, arranger, conductor, work, visit: beacon-uff.tumblr.com/. the school administration on this initia- Inn Conference Center, 542 Route 9, Fishkill. pianist, vibraphonist and educator Karl tive is Project Code Spring, a local group RSVP by Mon. Sept. 29 (to plan for Berger in a performance with vocalist In- devoted to teaching Philipstown students space and refreshments): eventbrite. grid Sertso and bassist Ken Filiano. Author Joe Cosentino the skills involved in computer program- com/e/hudson-valley-regional-enroll- Presents Talk at Howland ming, engineering and coding. Scanga ment-summit-tickets-12858962503. Innovative Woodwork is not only the For more details, contact Marisel Library Oct. 2 event anchor sponsor, but is also building Stuck, Hudson Center for Health Equity ocal author Joe Cosentino presents and donating custom work tables for the and Quality: [email protected] La talk on his latest mystery novel, Makerspace. Additionally, local architect or 914-372-2100. Paper Doll, at Howland Public Library Pam Gunther is leading a team of parent from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, volunteers to design the space. “The new Beacon Oct. 2. The novel is set in the Hudson Makerspace will exemplify how support Valley. Copies of Paper Doll will be on from this amazing community is making Message in a Bottle hand for sale and signing. Haldane an innovative and exciting expe- Beacon residents invited to write a Cosentino has appeared in principal act- rience for our students.” letter to the future ing roles in film, television, and theatre, A Makerspace is a place where people opposite stars such as Bruce Willis, Rosie gather to share resources and knowledge, ELLO BEACON 2163 announces a O’Donnell, Nathan Lane, Holland Taylor, work on projects, network and build. Htime capsule project for Beacon. A and Jason Robards. He has written and You can also Step Up for STEM at Hal- hand-blown glass time capsule will be directed many musical plays for family dane. Fall Ball tickets are on sale for $140 filled with messages written by Beacon audiences. He is currently head of the De- per person. To purchase tickets online residents to relatives and neighbors 150 partment of Performing, Visual Arts, and go to haldaneschoolfoundation.org. For years in the future. The project will de- Communication/professor of speech and more event information, contact Shannon but at the HELLO BEACON 2163 booth theatre at Dutchess Community College. Keegan at 914-449-4129 or marketing@ set up on Main Street as part of Spirit This event is free and no registration is haldaneschoolfoundation.org. required. Contact Alison Herrero, adult of Beacon Day, Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 Ken Filiano services librarian, at 845-831-1134. Visit a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date Oct. 5. Photo courtesy of James Keepnews for Quinn’s Participants will be provided with slips beaconlibrary.org. Tess Dul to perform at of acid-free paper on which to write mes- Muhlenberg College sages. 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Playwright Peter Ullian Presents Big Bossman in Beacon (from page 7) boss. There’s a drunken father, who he said. “There was basically no tech — which he received an MFA, Ullian president of the Beacon Hebrew never emerges from his room and a we more or less turned on the lights and considered, post graduation, the lure of Association — I’m committed to the place.” daughter who has basically raised her both Los Angeles and New York City, we were on stage. It didn’t take me long Tools replace rules two brothers, the younger of whom is choosing a “less lucrative route” heading to realize that I had enough pride in my In addition to writing, Ullian uncomfortable with some of the activi- east, spending five years living in New playwriting to know I should have a teaches, guiding college students in ties (trading in prostitution and traffick- York, writing. He calls himself lucky to better actor than me reading my words!” both “straight” playwriting and musical ing) that their new job entails. His have had a lot of productions of his Ullian’s first play, The Triumphant theater (book) writing. He finds the intervention, bringing a young woman works. Indeed, his work has been Return of Blackbird Flint, wound up latter easier to teach because there’s home to the family apartment, precipi- produced across the country in theaters being presented at the Cleveland Public more structure involved. “There are no tates a series of events — “some hilari- including the Denver Theatre Center, Theater, which he calls “independent rules, but there are tools,” he explains, ous, some unpleasant” —according to the Prince Music Theater in Philadel- and edgy.” First done as a reading, it led as songs generally have a purpose Ullian. “It’s my most all-out comedy,” he phia, the Ahmanson Theater in Los to a full production and “it launched — introducing characters, taking a says, but it veers, even in moments, Angeles, and at the Goodspeed, in me.” Set in the late ‘80s, with its rem- character to a moment of decision, and because to me that’s the life we live.” Connecticut as well as at notable New nants of the violent “new left” — the so on. It’s formulaic, but — so is a Ullian, like many a playwright, York venues like Symphony Space and MOVE house, the armored truck robbery sonnet, meaning it doesn’t have to be started as an actor. Dissuaded by his HOME and staged by such notable at Nanuet — all of which fascinated parents from studying acting at a directors as Harold Prince, David cookie cutter. You have to have passion, Ullian, the play chronicled a coalescing conservatory, he instead headed to Esbjornson, and Lynne Taylor-Corbett. inspiration and talent. Playwriting is of “youngish radicals, former Yippies Oberlin College, which offered a liberal Ullian has received awards for his more intuitive and I do more reacting to and young punks trying to create a new arts program with a small theater dramatic writing from the Kennedy what students write than actual vanguard.” (“They failed,” Ullian notes.) department with ample “opportunities Center Fund for New American Plays instruction. There is exposition, but to do your own things,” Ullian recalls. “I Dramatic writing and the Gilman & Gonzalez-Falla every time you write a new play you are wound up writing material in order to Continuing on to the University of Musical Theater Foundation. mapping new jungles.” give myself and my friends good parts,” Iowa Playwrights’ Workshop, from Thirteen years ago Ullian, along Calling himself inspired by the work with his wife and son (they have since of Tom Stoppard, Horton Foote and had a second boy) relocated to Beacon, “early Beckett,” finding the voice of the coming upon it by accident after characters is key for Ullian. “I hear the looking at Highland and Marlboro. voices in my head,” he says. “At its Tired of Ridiculous Utility Bills? 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Roots and Shoots ulated plant list, includ- In Philipstown, the ing Euonymus alatus or town code prohib- burning bush, Miscan- its planting invasive Put Down the Barberry thus sinensis or Chinese species in the Scenic New regulations restrict silver grass and Norway Protection Overlay, maple. Stengle said that some munici- defined as corridors planting invasive species palities in Long Island had taken action along Routes 9 and against homeowners who had planted 9D, the Hudson River By Pamela Doan bamboo that went beyond its boundaries and certain roads. I into public lands. The DEC will be respon- bet a lot of people don’t ggressive, non-native plants and sible for statewide enforcement. know about that. The wildlife deemed “biological pollu- Invasive species have a significant eco- code states that native Ation” in new regulations from the nomic impact. A widely quoted research species on a designat- Department of Environmental Conserva- study (Pimental et al, 2005) placed the ed list are preferred. tion will be prohibited and regulated be- annual U.S. cost wrought by invasive spe- When I spoke with ginning next year. The action comes as cies at $120 billion in 2005 and that num- Dave Klotzle, the wet- Japanese barberry is planted in a yard and then can the devastation and threats to our land- ber is certainly higher nearly a decade lands inspector, he quickly infest surrounding areas. scapes and waterways worsen every year. later as invasive species have advanced wasn’t aware of any such Photo source: Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org Some activists and educators might to all parts of the country. The financial list. In his work, he said criticize the action as too little or too impact is felt primarily through farming that he refers to the In- ed in a one-year grace period for the sale late, but it’s a start. Cornell Cooperative losses, eradication and control efforts. vasive Species Council lists and requires of Japanese barberry, which is unfortu- Extension Community Educator, Jen- New threats are constant, too. Stengle that native species be planted within nate. Growers have until next September nifer Stengle, called the effort “a frame- pointed to kudzu, “the weed that ate the 100 feet of a wetland or stream. He cited to clear their stock and then won’t be al- work.” She said, “It sets a bar statewide south” and hydrilla as two new threats the damage from purple loosestrife and lowed to sell it any longer. and now towns and counties can add to that are on our county borders. Invasive phragmites as the biggest threats locally. Locally, a group of organizations work it to address their unique conditions.” plants threaten the natural beauty of Purple loosestrife, he said, “will take over together with the Lower Hudson Partner- The regulations prohibit the “sale, pur- our area, food security, property values, and destroy open water by growing into ships for Regional Invasive Species Man- chase, possession, propagation, introduc- and the biodiversity of our environment. a pond and colonizing it.” He said that agement or PRISM to address the threats tion, importation, and transport of inva- By their very nature, invasive plants are the town regulations also changed in re- of invasive species. They are ranking sive species in New York” of 69 invasive problematic because they crowd out na- gards to construction buffers to address invasive species based on a number of plants and ban the introduction of anoth- tive plants and change the ecosystem the problem of invasive plants. Hay bales factors to create a score that will make er six plants into the wild. The regulated of an area. Japanese barberry, which is were used previously and they contained certain species urgent targets for eradica- plants will have a warning label and if on the prohibited list of plants, is noto- all kinds of seeds from invasive species. tion and control. “Our area is in the head- a homeowner or landscaper puts one in riously aggressive and can displace all Now, construction buffers are made from way of the Hudson River and we have so and it then ends up in a place where it the native plants in the woods as well as straw and filtration fences. many invasive species here,” Stengle said. shouldn’t be, they will be responsible for change the pH level of the soil, making The impact of the regulations won’t be “The goal now is to protect high value ar- its removal and damage. The same goes it uninhabitable. Bottom line, don’t rush seen in commercial nurseries and land- eas like the Great Swamp, which has rare for invasive wildlife. out to buy one before the regulations scape centers until next spring. In re- species and great biodiversity.” Several popular varieties are on the reg- take effect and it’s prohibited. sponse to public comment, the DEC add- Visit: dec.ny.gov/regulations/93848.html.

Carla Goldberg: Seeing Structure but Seeing Through It (from page 7) taken no classes in how to use it. on composition although also works on commissions, the latest She asked herself what sometimes, real life doesn’t have being a giant, 30-foot mural for the would happen if rather than the best composition. Each Marriott Waikiki, three panels’ worth of painting these on canvas, the jellyfish is a surprise; no two are ocean and jellyfish. drawings were done on resin. ever alike. The piece tells me Wherever the work is shown, This became the first time what it needs — it’s a dialogue Goldberg is happy to call this area Goldberg worked on a clear between the piece and hand/eye home. When she and her husband were surface. “So, real life plumbing coordination, because there’s no searching for a place to live, “We came problems made changes in my erasing.” around the corner, saw the Hudson, and art … It’s evolved since, but is a rainbow, and knew we had to be here,” always to do with water, In demand beyond labels Goldberg’s art has been she said. “To be in a place where there’s memory, seeing structure but a sense of history, and not an artificial seeing through it, and shadows. called both fine art and decora- one, but something so genuine and I like to call them sculptural tive. The description as decora- beautiful … I love seeing crooked floors, drawings; I’m sculpting with tive used to bother her, but no the marks of people having lived in a light and shadow.” longer does: “If I’m enjoying space before you — that’s why I fell in Goldberg starts with Goldberg’s work, done with a fine-tipped pen, dot by dot, is what I’m doing, do labels love with my house. I’m always con- drawing first. “I get a basic painstaking. Photo by A. Rooney matter? No,” she states. What- structure going, then stop and ever it is labeled, it is in scious of a sense that we’re just taking think about what it needs on and mood. Goldberg is currently demand. Her work is currently care of it, until the next people come the other side,” she said. “I then flip and working on a 7-foot jellyfish, who/which included in shows at the Museum of the along. I love Beacon, too — the energy draw on both sides, and it’s not about has temporarily taken up residence on Shenandoah Valley and at Denise Bibro — and all of it just a short train ride to effects, it’s more how to bring the piece her kitchen counter. The work is highly Fine Art in New York City; future shows an amazing city.” to life.” Much of Goldberg’s material detailed and time-consuming as each include the Beacon Shortwave Gallery in An opening reception for It’s Only comes from local sources, the main “line” is actually a string of dots made Stone Harbor New Jersey and the Chase Natural will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on being Cold Spring Mirror and Glass. with a superfine pen. Goldberg does not Edwards Gallery in Bridgehampton, Oct. 3. The exhibition runs through the The show at Gallery 66 will solely work from photographs, but instead New York, and her resume is extensive. end of October. Gallery 66 NY is located feature images of jellyfish of all sizes calls each “… an idea of a jellyfish. It’s In Europe, she is represented by the at 66 Main St., Cold Spring. Visit and shapes, each of a singular design not an exact memory, as it’s also based Kunstleben Gallery in Berlin. Goldberg carlagoldberg.com and gallery66ny.com.

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By Kathie Scanlon the light towers to and from the field. “We are playing an old rival, Pawling oach Ryan McConville hopes to High School, and we hope to have a big begin a new proud tradition for showing of current student body and the Haldane football team with C alumni as well,” McConville said. this first Homecoming game under the Last Saturday’s loss to Woodlands 41- lights. Kick-off will be at 7:15 p.m. on 12 has only strengthened Blue Devil re- Friday, Sept. 26, following a ceremony to solve to win over Pawling. Tyler Giachin- recognize the seniors and their parents. ta threw a touchdown pass to Ryan Although there will not be a bonfire this McCollum 50 yards and Giachinta added year, the parade up Main Street to the a touchdown run of 16 yards. field will begin at 6 p.m. at the underpass. McConville explained his enthusiasm Season stats for first three games: for a night game: “With the new turf field • Passing: Tyler Giachinta, 290 yards, we felt that playing a night game would 2 touchdowns be a perfect fit and bring a new sense of • Rushing: Matt Balducci, 262 yards, excitement to Homecoming for the foot- 3 touchdowns The Haldane Blue Devils will play their Homecoming game under lights Sept. 26. ball team. For our seniors, its a great way • Giachinta, 79 yards, 1 touchdown Photo by Michael Turton to play their last regular season game • Receiving: Ryan McCollum, 189 and it gives our younger players some- yards, 2 touchdowns thing to look forward to as they move • Stephen Junjulas, 75 yards Haldane Roundup • Anthony Percacciolo, 34 yards up.” The lights have been rented through By Kathie Scanlon to compete against Hendrick Hudson, the generosity of local businesses and in- • Tackles: Matt Koval, 17; Balducci, 15; Pawling, Peekskill and Ossining. “When dividuals while volunteers will transport Tanner Froats, 12; Giachinta, 11 Varsity Soccer given the opportunity to run at the park,” ady Blue Devils came out full force to said Coach Tom Locascio, “I jumped at Lbeat Pawling 6-1 on Sept. 23. Bailey it. It is a beautiful course and the kids McCollum scored a hat trick (with three really like running there.” For the boys, consecutive goals), Marina Martin added Nick Farrell finished second overall with two goals and Tobey Kane-Seitz scored a time of 17:26, Brian Haines placed fifth one. Assists were made by Hannah Mon- overall with 18:15, followed by Jonas Pet- teleone, Miranda Musso and McCollum. kus, 10th with 19:18, Andrew Gannon, Earlier in the week, Haldane girls fell to 13th at 19:03, Eric Rizzi, 16th at 19:18 and Arlington B 3-1, then lost 1-0 at home, hold- th ing strong against North Salem Sept. 22. Jakob Howell, 18 at 19:56. Haldane boys The varsity boys turned in a 2-1 victory finished second only to Pawling. against Putnam Valley at home on Sept. Haldane girls also finished second to 20, with goals by Peter Hoffmann and Pawling. Ruby McEwen finished second Ramsey Heitmann to bring them 5-4 to overall with 20:54, Taylor Farrell seventh date this season. overall, 21:54, while Samantha Ricketts th Cross Country posted a 10 -place finish with 23:31. aldane boys and girls cross country The Blue Devils’ next meet will be Sat- Bailey McCollum, #2, finesses the ball against Arlington B at home on Sept. 19. Hteams traveled to Croton Point Park urday, Sept. 27, at Bowdoin Park in Fish- Photo by Scott Warren on Sept. 23, for a rare mid-week meet kill at the Bowdoin Classic.

Coach McConville, Varsity Blue Devil Football and the Haldane Football Association are grateful for the donations that made it possible to play UNDER THE LIGHTS for HOMECOMING 2014.

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