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Look for Dave at a Westchester location near you. Former members of the Mt. Kisco Police Department join the Westchester County Police By Jim Vespe and be reassured by a guide, “No, it was named Department. * Ask games-of-skill operators at Rye Play- for the first chief justice of the Supreme Court… land: “Does anybody ever win those big plush idiot.” By Dan Murphy on the County Board on a yearly basis to keep cats?” * Go to Outhouse Orchards in Yorktown, not Twelve years ago former Yonkers Mayor the total cost and size of government running * Go to equestrian centers in northern West- for the apples but for the logo on the shopping John Spencer was considering a run for West- with no cost increase. chester, learn meaning of dressage and how to cor- bags. chester County executive. His number one Consolidation of services and layers of rectly pronounce and spell “jodhpur.” * Invite Paul Shaffer to a park in Katonah campaign issue would have been to eliminate government are the new refrain, touted by Gov. * Start rooting for the New York Giants – the with a name that sounds so Canadian – “Muscoot.” county government in Westchester, and elimi- Andrew Cuomo as a way to keep property taxes only team in the NFL quarterbacked by a two-time * Go to Will Shortz’ table tennis center in nate the position he was seeking office to. under the tax cap and giving homeowners a re- Super Bowl-winning Manning brother. Pleasantville, and ask him if “Madam, I’m Otto” Spencer never ran and Westchester county bate check every year if their governments stay * Become familiar with local media person- qualifies as a dyslexic palindrome. government is now a $1.6 billion bureaucracy, within the tax cap and propose ways to consoli- alities, spending a dinner hour discussing the latest * Go to Teatown Lake Reservation in Os- with no discussion on its elimination. County date. Continued on Page 8 exploits of Bryan Conybeare. sining and indignantly ask, “Where the hell’s the Executive Rob Astorino fights with Democrats * Go to Mount Kisco to check out Andrew tea?” Cuomo’s muscle cars and offer him job on Letter- * Patronize a New Rochelle restaurant called man/Rahal team’s pit crew at Indy 500. Greasy Nick’s, but abruptly leave when you learn * Go to Kykuit, the Rockefeller family estate its real name is…Leno’s Clam Bar. in Sleepy Hollow, and feel like you’re living in a And… Some Say StartUP NY yellow bungalow in Indianapolis. * Realize that retirement isn’t the end of the * Visit the John Jay Homestead in Katonah game…it’s more like the seventh-inning stretch. Program is a Waste Women’s PGA Championship Comes to Westchester

By Dan Murphy success or failure of StartUP NY. Anyone who watches the cable television State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli released news talk channels has seen our tax dollars at his audit of StartUP NY last month, which criti- work with the StartUP NY campaign, which cized the Empire State Development Corpora- seeks to attract businesses from other states to tion for finding “no tangible results” that the come to New York and open up for business in program was working in attracting new busi- the Empire State. nesses and jobs to NY. The StartUp NY campaign has spent $211 “When government spends hundreds of Michelle Wie will play for her second major championship this weekend at Westchester million to date with another $25 million allo- millions of taxpayer dollars to send a message Country Club. cated in this year’s budget. While many West- that New York is a place to visit and open for The inaugural KPMG Women’s PGA New York-metropolitan area this year – has ar- chester residents have been skeptical about business, it should have clear objectives and Championship – a unique collaboration of rived in Westchester. The event is scheduled to a plan that spends millions attempting to lure show the public actual results,” said DiNapoli. KPMG, the PGA of America and the LPGA take place through June 14 at the Westchester businesses from states with lower business tax- “ESDC’s attempts to measure the results of this Tour, and golf’s only major championship in the Continued on Page 9 es and regulations to New York, we awaited a advertising campaign were weak at best, leav- study or report from someone to quantify the Continued on Page 8 Summer Fun at 42 Restaurant Protecting Our Families And Alamo Drafthouse From Sexual Predators

Young Chefs at 42 Restaurant.

Kids in a summer cooking camp at 42 Res- camp teaches them to be confident, and to be able State Sen. George Latimer State Sen. David Carlucci taurant and Events will learn alongside renowned to help at home.” Chef Anthony Goncalves and others, who will The budding chefs will learn in the restaurant By Dan Murphy came as a result of an unfortunate incident in teach them not only how to mix and measure, but known as “the Windows of Westchester,” high up Two Westchester’s state senators, Demo- his district. also how to put some pizzazz in their family meals. in The Residences at Ritz-Carlton Westchester, the crats George Latimer and David Carlucci, have Steve Wagner, president of the Armour “More and more kids are really enjoying tallest building between Manhattan and Boston. proposed measures in an attempt to further Villa Neighborhood Association, met with cooking,” said Angela Bastone-Goncalves, a New Bastone-Goncalves will kick off each lesson, then protect us from sexual predators, offenders and Latimer to describe the crime that occurred to York-certified teacher who runs the program, break the classes into small groups at stations so deviant perverts. a female homeowner in the area. An intruder called Cooking With Ms. Angela and Friends. that everyone will get to work hands-on with the Let us start with Latimer’s bill, which at- broke into the home and performed a lewd act, “Why not give them some tricks and tips so they’re food and kitchen tools throughout each session. tempts to strengthen the New York State Crim- which was observed by the homeowner. not just making your typical mac and cheese? This Continued on Page10 inal Code for lewd criminal trespass. This bill Continued on Page 8 PAGE 2 - NORTH CASTLE RISING - Friday, June 12, 2015 New Rochelle’s Jake Gallin Village Lutheran Church Honored on Senate Floor Recognizes Eagle Scouts

State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins with Jake Gallin. With a resolution in the State Senate, An- said. “For the Senator to take her time to do such drea Stewart-Cousins, the Senate Democratic a thing is phenomenal.” leader, recognized 13-year-old Jake Gallin of Jake’s inspiration for the initiative occurred New Rochelle for being named as one of Amer- in 2011, when he was only 8 years old. He was ica’s top 10 youth volunteers by the Prudential watching a television talk show and heard First Spirit of Community Awards for his volunteer Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, the work on behalf of military families. vice president’s wife, talking about the needs of Jake was nominated by Volunteer New military families. Teresa Arciola of Elmsford, a York and selected by the Prudential Foundation Gold Star mother who lost her son Michael in Eagle Scouts Alexander Primavera and Andrew Synder with Pastor Dr. Robert Hartwell. as a national honoree from a field of more than Iraq in 2005, was also on the program. 33,000 youth volunteers from across the country. Jake will tell you that Mrs. Obama remind- Local Village Lutheran Church members having a positive impact on the community. The “Jake Gallin’s efforts to recognize the sac- ed the audience that 1 percent of our country is Alexander Primavera and Andrew Synder were young men volunteered at local environmental rifices made by military families, whether they protecting the other 99 percent – and he took it to recognized during a recent Sunday service for centers, helping to clean and redefine the trails. have a loved one serving in the military current- heart. He started “Stars for Cars” to raise aware- their achieved rank of Eagle Scout, and the two “By cleaning up the trails we are benefitting ly or have lost a family member who made the ness of the sacrifices that military families make high school seniors were applauded for their ac- the environment and all those who will come to ultimate sacrifice, is exemplary” said Stewart- at home while a loved one is serving in the mili- complishments in serving God and country. these nature centers,” they said. Cousins. “He continues to volunteer his time to tary (a Blue Star family) or is lost while serving In order to achieve Eagle Scout level, one According to Rev. Dr. Robert Hartwell, se- raise money and awareness with his ‘Stars for in the military (a Gold Star family). must be active in the troop for at least six months nior pastor of the church: “Alexander and An- Cars’ initiative, and as a result, he has received Jake has also reached out to schools across after achieving Life Scout rank. He must demon- drew are good examples of faith in action. Both well-deserved national and now state recogni- New York State to make the “3 Holidays An- strate the Scout Oath in his daily life, and earn a young men are active in both church and com- tion.” nouncements,” on Memorial Day, Veterans Day total of 21 merit badges. munity projects and represent our mission to The seventh-grader at the Albert Leonard and Patriot Day (9/11). The message is: “We take “It has been a 13-year journey,” stated Al- ‘know, live and share the love of Christ’ in such Middle School in New Rochelle created “Stars this time to remember our ‘Blue and Gold Star’ exander Primavera, who greatly enjoys camping a positive and respectful way.” for Cars,” a fundraising and outreach initiative military families and thank them for their sacri- and hiking. “The hardest requirement was the Village Lutheran Church and The Chapel for military families. Jake has raised more than fice, generosity, and we want them to know that community service project.” School are located at 172 White Plains Road, $19,000 for the United Service Organization by we are part of their community.” The project requires all those who want to Bronxville (across the street from Concordia selling star-shaped magnets for cars that honor More than 100 schools and districts in New be Eagle Scouts to volunteer in their community, College). For more information, call 914-337- military families. The magnets are sold online at York State have signed on to make these public and show why their actions are important and 3202 or visit www.thechapelschool.org. www.starsforcars.org. announcements. Sen. Stewart-Cousins delivered Jake thanked Stewart-Cousins for the hon- the Veteran’s Day announcement with Jake at his or, saying: “It was great – a once-in-a-lifetime school last November. opportunity. I was so glad to be there, to take part Jake was nominated by Volunteer New York in it. I’m so grateful.” for the Prudential Spirit of Community Award. View your favorite paper online! Jake’s parents, Ally and Tom, accompanied He plans to donate the personal award of $5,000 him at the recognition ceremony. to Volunteer New York and another $5,000 grant “It’s another milestone for Jake and another he also got from the Prudential Foundation to the Visit RisingMediaGroup.com platform for Jake to get his message out,” they USO. T:10.625”

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From left are State Sen. George Latimer; Mindi Rambo of the National Parks Service; Step- State Sen. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, joined by Assembly member Shelley Mayer, right, and ping Stones Board President John Koster; Margaret Grifﬁ th Strong Dettman, Bill Wilson’s Yonkers City Councilmen Christopher Johnson and Michael Sabatino, left, and Westchester great niece; Bedford Town Board member Mary Beth Kass; Assemblyman David Buchwald; tenants. Supervisor Christopher Burdick; Frances Corcoran; Stepping Stones Executive Director Sally Corbett; and Bedford Town Board member Don Scott. State Senate Democratic Leader Andrea tions once the unit is vacant and the legal rent for Stewart-Cousins and Assembly members Shelley the next tenant would be $2,500 or more; repeal Stepping Stones, the historic Bedford home ily Groups, in 1951 in her “gallery” at Stepping Mayer and J. Gary Pretlow were joined by tenants provisions permitting rent increases of 20 percent of Alcoholics Anonymous cofounder Bill Wilson Stones. The “gallery,” as she called it, is her offi ce and tenant advocates last week in calling on Gov. or more upon vacancy of a rent-stabilized dwell- and Al-Anon Family Groups cofounder Lois Wil- and library with walls and shelves covered with Andrew Cuomo and the Republican Senate to re- ing unit; and reform provisions surrounding major son, was celebrated by the U.S. Department of the memorabilia pertaining to early A.A. history. Lois new and strengthen rent regulations that are set to capital improvements to ensure they do not be- Interior last week as a National Historic Land- also worked in support of Alateen for the children expire June 15. come part of the tenants’ rent in perpetuity. mark. of alcoholics. Elected leaders, tenants and tenant advo- “The state’s Rent and Eviction Laws (rent The designation is a high honor, as only ap- She founded and served as fi rst president of cates gathered to press for stronger laws to pro- control and ETPA) provide the most cost-effective proximately 2,500 historic sites nationwide have the Stepping Stones Foundation in 1979 to ensure tect tenants and prevent further loss of affordable system of affordable housing for Westchester’s received the designation because of their sig- that the property would be maintained and avail- housing. Strengthening and renewing tenant pro- communities,” said Dennis Hanratty, executive nifi cance and the standards of preservation they able for generations to come and learn about the tections will help keep thousands of families in director of Mount Vernon United Tenants. “They maintain. Through the support of volunteers and history. affordable homes in their own communities, ac- provide tens of thousands of families with the se- donors, the Stepping Stones Foundation preserves Government offi cials, special guests and the cording to those who participated. curity of knowing that their rents will not be ar- the home and its contents (15,000 items), Bill W.’s public gathered for the occasion. Present were With more than 25,000 rent-stabilized units bitrarily raised to levels that will force them into writing studio, 100,000 manuscripts, and more State Sen. George Latimer; Mindi Rambo of the in Westchester, 16,000 of those are in Yonkers. homelessness. This is a huge benefi t, not only to than eight acres of gardens and woodland areas. National Parks Service; Margaret Griffi th Strong That number has been reduced from almost the families who are protected, but to the larger Bill Wilson cofounded the fi rst 12 Step or- Dettman, Bill Wilson’s great niece; Assemblyman 32,000 in 1997. Westchester community that is not ultimately bur- ganization in 1935 and worked to help it blossom David Buchwald; Town of Bedford Supervisor “New York has always been a state where dened by having to assume the emergency shelter and grow into a worldwide fellowship while liv- Christopher Burdick; Stepping Stones Pas Presi- people from all walks of life can set down roots costs that housing the homeless requires. ing at his Bedford home from 1941 until his death dent Jim Moogan; and Stepping Stones Executive and build strong, stable and diverse communities, “These laws help provide stability to fami- in 1971. Today A.A. estimates that more than 2 Director Sally Corbett. including here in Yonkers,” said Stewart-Cousins. lies, to buildings and to whole neighborhoods,” million people in more than 170 countries belong Stepping Stones offers tours by reservation “We need to pass the Tenant Protection Act of he continued. “To keep these laws functioning as to the fellowship. “Alcoholics Anonymous,” the Monday through Saturday at 1 p.m., as well as 2015, to protect middle-class and low-wage New per their initial legislative intent, it is imperative book for which Bill Wilson served as primary off-site presentations about the lives of the Wil- Yorkers who risk being pushed out of their afford- that they be strengthened to undo some of the most writer and editor, is one of the most popular books sons. To support Stepping Stones as a volunteer or able homes by rent deregulation and expiring pro- egregious weakening amendments from prior re- of all time with more than 34 million distributed donor, the public may contact the non-profi t, tax- tections.” newals, most especially by eliminating ‘vacancy in English alone. exempt organization at 914-232-4822 or info@ Pretlow, leader of the Westchester state dele- decontrol.’” Bill Wilson wrote the book “The Twelve steppingstones.org. gation, added: “I am pleased to join my legislative “It is important that Gov. Cuomo make Steps and Twelve Traditions” in his writing studio The organization’s website is www.stepping- colleagues, advocates and tenants in calling for strengthening the rent laws a priority for New at Stepping Stones. stones.org, and it can also be found on Facebook renewal and strengthening of the laws governing York State,” added Gloria Jordan, Community Lois Wilson cofounded the group for fam- at facebook.com/BillWHome and on Twitter at @ rent-controlled and stabilized units. We must do Voices Heard leader and grandparent advocate. ily and friends of alcoholics, Al-Anon Fam- BillWHome. more to ensure residents in Mt. Vernon, Yonkers “Housing is a right and it should be treated as and across New York have a safe, affordable place such. We need to save every affordable unit in the to call home.” state, not take it away and then force people into Mayer said that too many Yonkers residents an unknown future.” Westhab, Inc. Receives spend far too much of their income on housing. Ellie Treistman, a Yonkers tenant in a rent- “I am pleased the Assembly passed and Sen- stabilized apartment, added: “It is absolutely im- ate Democratic Conference introduced strong perative that we re-examine and a rebalance the $121K AmeriCorps Grant packages to ensure residents in Yonkers and across rent stabilization laws. Landlords are provided Congresswoman Nita Lowey, the ranking Nightingale. “We are grateful to the Corpora- New York State have safe affordable housing,” perpetual incremental rental increases of a mini- member on the Appropriations Committee, last tion for National and Community Services, New she said. “The continued economic struggles of so mum of 2 to 3 percent, plus additional reimburse- week announced a $121,917 Corporation for Yorkers Volunteer, and the AmeriCorps program many tenants require that we do more to strength- ment from MCIs, which further push rent-stabi- National and Community Service AmeriCorps for the continued partnership. Whether teaching en the laws to ensure we grow the number of af- lized rents to market rate level and above. In many grant to Westhab, Inc., to support the organiza- a second-grader literacy skills, preparing some- fordable housing units.” instances, the apartments have not received any tion’s 20 AmeriCorps members as they work to one who is unemployed to ace a job interview, Otis added: “It is vitally important that we form of improvement in 25 or 30 years – but rent help homeless families fi nd housing, to prepare or helping a family secure affordable housing, strengthen our laws that protect tenants and the is MCI-increased to refl ect a long overdue boiler unemployed individuals to fi nd jobs, and im- AmeriCorps members make deep, lasting im- security of their homes. We have already passed repair, roof or window replacement, blacktopping, prove literacy. pacts on the communities we serve.” legislation in the Assembly to accomplish this. To- etc. “We must do all we can to support those Westhab is the largest nonprofi t provider day, I join with my colleagues in calling for an im- “After satisfaction of these debts, the ten- struggling to achieve independence,” said Low- of affordable housing and supportive services in mediate renewal and strengthening of our state’s ants are shackled with them forever, while the ey. “Westhab has an excellent record of improv- Westchester County, and is dedicated to building tenant protection laws.” landlords just pocket the money and receive an- ing the quality of life for thousands of families communities and changing lives. The Democratic-led Assembly has passed nual increases to boot,” she continued. “The 2008 and individuals throughout Westchester County, AmeriCorps members are working to im- an omnibus bill, A7576. Among other things, this economic upheaval caused catastrophic loss of and I will continue working in Congress to en- prove schools, fi ght poverty, rebuild after di- bill strengthens protections for suburban counties businesses and unemployment of the middle class, sure organizations like Westhab have the re- sasters, provide health services, preserve the by repealing vacancy deregulation and reforming permanently altering the lives of masses of unem- sources to fulfi ll their selfl ess, service-oriented environment and support veterans and military provisions surrounding Major Capital Improve- ployed tenants to date. A $50,000 salary in 2008 missions.” families. Since the program’s inception, more ments by making the MCI rent increase surcharge can no longer be obtained by the same qualifi ed “The AmeriCorps program has been an ab- than 900,000 men and women have taken the temporary, disappearing once the landlord has re- worker, who now has to settle for a $15 an hour solute blessing for Westhab, infusing our pro- AmeriCorps pledge, serving more than 1 bil- covered the cost of the improvement, and capping job, if one can be had at all. But the MCI increases grams with high-quality, inspiring volunteers,” lion hours and improving the lives of countless the annual collectability at 6 percent – similar to remain in effect ad infi nitum, making the base added Westhab President and CEO Richard Americans. New York City – rather than the current 15 percent rent higher and infl ating the annual percentage in- cap. crease, as well. If there is no employment and a The Republican-led Senate has yet to act. halving of the salaries for jobs in many industries, Last month, the Senate Democratic Conference, why should housing rental costs continue to esca- led by Stewart-Cousins, introduced a package of late against an economy which cannot support it?” bills that, if passed, would repeal vacancy decon- The legislative session is scheduled to control, which removes apartments from rent regula- clude June 17.

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Rather said he believes that the “Fourth Estate – news – is being challenged and under- mined on a daily basis. In the past two decades, the critical ability of a free and independent press to report on important issues locally, na- A Montessori-certiﬁ ed teacher works with a student at the Montessori Children’s Center in tionally and internationally has been severely White Plains. curtailed, damaged and sometimes outright Small cohorts nurture and engage future Designed to be completed in one calendar corrupted.” Montessori teachers in a joyful process of learn- year, it will consist of a cohort of adult students Castle Conversations engages, challenges ing, and beginning this summer, the College of working as a group throughout the coursework. and enlightens residents of Westchester and New Rochelle will offer a master’s degree pro- Upon completion and certifi cation, candidates Fairfi eld counties with intellectual exploration gram in early childhood education with a con- will be qualifi ed to work in independent or public from the most infl uential thought leaders of our Dan Rather centration in Montessori education. Offered in Montessori schools or other early childhood set- time. series Dec. 2. collaboration with the Center for Montessori tings. Arianna Huffi ngton spoke to a full house General seating for individual events is Education|NY, this is the only dual program of “We are excited to collaborate with the Col- March 25, Dan Rather speaks June 24, Dr. Neil $75. Call 914-323-1277 or go to www.castle- its kind in the New York metropolitan area, and lege of New Rochelle to offer the only dual pro- deGrasse Tyson is scheduled to speak Sept. 9, conversations.org for tickets and additional in- one of a few in the country that offers a combined gram in the area that will enable us to train more and Doris Kearns Goodwin fi nishes this year’s formation. master’s degree in early childhood education certifi ed teachers who can bring this effective with an American Montessori Society credential methodology into both independent and public and New York State certifi cation. schools,” said KT Korngold, CEO of CME|NY, Montessori education is unique because it White Plains. “As of now, a Montessori educa- Parents & Kids Invited uses personalized learning programs focused tion is primarily available through independent on a child’s development. Children choose their schools and preschools. This dual certifi cation work from a carefully prepared classroom envi- will enable more public schools to incorporate To Ruach Tot Shabat ronment that challenges them to explore, identify Montessori for early childhood.” A lively, spirit-fi lled celebration of Shab- munity. and solve problems, and develop trust in their An increased demand for early childhood bat will take place Friday, June 12 from 5:30 to The Greenburgh Hebrew Center is a warm, own abilities. The Montessori approach encour- teachers, due to the new universal pre-k mandate 6:15 p.m. at the Greenburgh Hebrew Center, 515 inclusive, egalitarian, participatory Jewish con- ages students to engage in learning through the in New York City, is only one factor that makes Broadway, Dobbs Ferry. gregation located in central Westchester County. use of self-correcting materials rather than direct this dual Montessori early childhood master’s de- Ruach Tot Shabbat is parent- and child- It is a joyous and spirited community that wel- instruction, and through the development of a gree program even more relevant. friendly and designed for children age 3 to 7. comes participants to join congregants as they strong community of learners and teachers who Berman elaborated: “In the current educa- GHC clergy lead a Shabbat-themed activity, fol- celebrate, learn and perform tikkun olam, social support and celebrate differences. tional climate of rote skills and high-stakes test- lowed by songs, a candle lighting, Kiddush and action to repair the world. Developed by Italian physician and educa- ing, the Montessori method has attracted renewed Motzi – the blessings over grape juice and chal- For more information, call 914-693-4260, tor Dr. Maria Montessori, it emphasizes indepen- interest because of its emphasis on conceptual lah. visit www.g-h-c.org or email vpreligious@g-h- dence, freedom within limits, and respect for a learning, self-regulation and executive function- The program is free and open to the com- c.org. child’s natural psychological, physical and social ing, which also align with key components of the development. Common Core Standards.” “This dual program will be a resource for For more information, contact Michael Pe- developing teachers to fi ll an upcoming short- tri in admissions at [email protected] or 914-654- age of certifi ed early childhood teachers in light 5256. Rye Historical Society of the mandate for universal pre-kindergarten in The College of New Rochelle will host a New York City,” said Dr. Kristin Berman, associ- graduate programs open house for attendees to ate professor of education at the College of New learn about the college’s master’s degrees and Presents Craft Brew History The Rye Historical Society will host a ible variety of beer recipes, including some Rochelle, who helped develop the program. “The certifi cate programs in education, human servic- fascinating program about the history of craft that have come down the ages from founding combined training makes teachers more effective es, art and communication studies, and nursing, brewing in America on Saturday, June 27 at 7 father and third U.S. President Thomas Jeffer- in both Montessori and traditional settings, even including master’s programs in public adminis- p.m. at the Square House Museum, 1 Purchase son. The program will include beer tasting and if they are not using Montessori learning materi- tration, art therapy and mental health counseling, St., Rye. a raffl e to win a beer-making kit. als.” marriage and family therapy, family nurse practi- On hand will be Scott Ryan and Ronald Tickets are $25 for members or $35 for The college’s master of science in early tioner and many other areas. McKechnie, founders of Six Degrees of Sepa- non-members, and reservations are recom- childhood education (birth to grade two) leading Meet with current students, members of the ration, a brewery and restaurant being built mended as space is limited. Call 914-967- to NYS certifi cation and American Montessori faculty and administrators; a fi nancial aid repre- on the shores of the Hudson River at Westerly 7588. Society credential in early childhood Montessori sentative will also be on hand to answer ques- Marina in Ossining. Brewmaster McKechnie Attendees must be 21 years or age or older. education, requires 30 credits of coursework. In tions. is a graduate of the Master Brewers Program at The Square House Museum is opened accordance with the New York Teacher Educa- The graduate open house takes place June the University of California at Davis. Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., tion Standards, the program provides substantive 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sweeny Student Center, on Craft brewing has a long history in Amer- and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more coursework, supervised fi eld experiences and in- the Main Campus in New Rochelle. Visit www. ica and attendees will learn about an incred- information, visit www.ryehistory.org. depth refl ective seminars. CNR.edu for more information.

Notice is hereby given that an order entered by the Su- preme Court Westchester Serving Our Country County, on March 4th, 2015, bearing Index No. 1481- Army Pvt. Christian Costa, a 2014 gradu- weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, 15, a copy of which may be ate of Palisade Preparatory School in Yonkers, drill and ceremony, marching, rifl e marksman- examined at the offi ce of has graduated from basic combat training at Fort ship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, the clerk, located at 110 Dr. Jackson, Columbia, S.C. fi eld tactics, military courtesy, military justice Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. During the nine weeks of training, he stud- system, basic fi rst aid, foot marches and fi eld 3rd ﬂ oor, White Plains, N.Y. ied the Army mission, history, tradition and core training exercises. grants Carol Denise Francis values, and physical fi tness and received instruc- Costa is the son of Felix Costa of Green- the right to assume the name tion and practice in basic combat skills, military wich, Conn., and Wendy Roderiguez of Yonkers. Carol Denise Leverett. Pres- ent address is: 467 South 5th Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY. And my date of birth is: 12/7/1951 and my place of Fire Ban in Parks Lift ed birth is Mount Vernon, NY. #3151 06/12/2015 Westchester County Executive Robert As- eliminated the immediate dryness, I urge resi- torino last week announced that the fi re ban in dents to be cautious. I have instructed the Parks Westchester County parks has been lifted. Department to continue to monitor conditions in “As a result of the rainfall we’ve experi- the parks.” NOTICE OF SALE enced over the past few days, the fi re ban is no For more information, call the Westchester SUPREME COURT: WESTCHESTER COUNTY. HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, longer necessary,” he said. “While the rain has County Parks Department at 914-231-4500. Pltf. vs. NATHANIEL M. GUZAUSKI, et al, Defts. Index #59663/14. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered May 15, 2015, I will sell at public auction in lobby of the Westchester County Courthouse, 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd., White Plains, NY on July 6, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., prem. k/a 20 Bretton Ridge Rd., Mount Kisco, NY. Said property located in the Town of New Castle, County of Westchester and State of NY, known and designated as Lot 16 on a certain map entitled, “Subdivi- sion of Bretton Ridge in the Town of New Castle, Westchester County, New York” by Harold F. Campbell, Jr., L.S. dated 01/04/1985 recorded 09/19/1985 and fi led in the Offi ce of the Westchester County Clerk as Map No. 22102 on 10/25/1985. Approx. amt. of judgment is $961,075.88 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of fi led judgment and terms of sale. PAUL J. NOTO, Referee. COHN & ROTH, Attys. for Pltf., 100 East Old Country Rd., Ste. 28, Mineola, NY. #86181

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A photo of St. Paul’s Church during the Civil War.

In 1763, the people of Eastchester began State’s oldest parishes (1665-1980), was used as building the present stone and brick church of St. a hospital during the Revolutionary War and has Paul’s. The building replaced a wooden meeting a burial ground with burial stones dating to 1704. house that had been in use since around 1700, The grounds contain the remnants of a Village which stood just west of the current church. Green that was the election site of the Election of In the early 1850s the area we now know as 1733, which raised issues of freedom of religion Mount Vernon was established and the church be- and press. The church has also been significant for came a part of the municipality. The church has five U.S. presidents, including George Washing- played a significant role in the history of- West ton, John Adams, John Quincy Adams, Abraham chester County and helps to tell the story of de- Lincoln and Franklin D. Roosevelt. velopment of colonial society and the road to the The church was restored in 1942 with funds American Revolution. that were raised by a committee chaired by Sara On Friday, June 19 at 3 p.m., the Larchmont Delano Roosevelt (the mother of FDR). The Public Library will present David Osborne, site church ceased to provide services in 1980 when manager with St. Paul’s Church National Historic the land and buildings were transferred from the Site, for an engaging and information-packed Episcopal Diocese of New York to the National program about the church’s role in the Civil War Park Service. The church and grounds were – the bloodiest war involving American soldiers, opened as a national historical site and museum The pre-professional students of Ballet des ques on June 13 and 14 at 3 p.m. at the Emelin which came to an end 150 years ago this year. in 1984. Amériques will dance the premiere of “Jeux Theatre, 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck. Osborne’s program, “St. Paul’s Church and For more information about the St. Paul’s d’enfants,” or “Children’s Games” – a set of 12 For tickets, visit www.balletdesameriques. the Civil War,” includes a digital slide show that Church National Historic Site, visit www.nps. miniatures composed by Georges Bizet – in an com/peter-and-the-wolf. explores the important role the church had during gov/sapa/index.htm. For more information about original choreography by Carole Alexis. Ballet des Amériques is a not-for-profit the historic era. The program is free and everyone this program or any of the programs offered by The premiere is part of the opening program 501(c)3 organization operating a pre-professional is invited. the Larchmont Public Library, call 914-834-2281 for “Peter and the Wolf,” an event featuring the ballet training program and a professional dance The church, which is one of New York or visit www.larchmontlibrary.org. professional dance company of Ballet des Améri- company, and is based in Port Chester. Cat Training & Behavior Library Budget Passes The Mount Vernon Public Library Board able on the board, for a five-year term. Sean of Trustees last week announced the passage of McIntyre was elected to this seat, with 249 Solutions Arrive in Ossining its $4.4 million library budget, 316 to 167. The votes; Linda Bryant came in second with 185 vote took place Tuesday, June 2. votes; and Tamara Stewart, third, with 80 This year there was one trustee seat avail- votes. June Government Meetings Board of Acquisition and Contracts 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Thursdays, June 11, 18 and 25 at 11 a.m. African American Advisory Board County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Tuesday, June 16 at 6 p.m. 148 Martine Ave., White Plains County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Municipal Planning Federation Board 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Tuesday, June 9 at 9 a.m. Youth Board Michaelian Office Building, fourth floor, Wednesday, June 17 at 6 p.m. Conf. Room 420 County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A 148 Martine Ave., White Plains 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Board of Health Tuesday, June 9 at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 18 at 8:30 a.m. Muscoot Farm Westchester County Center, Meeting Route 100, Somers Room D Electrical Examining Board 198 Central Ave., White Plains Tuesday, June 9 at 3 p.m. Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board Michaelian Office Building, fifth floor, Thursday, June 18 at 4 p.m. A “client” at LIFELINE Cat Behavior Solutions in Ossining. Room 527 Tibbetts Brook Park 148 Martine Ave., White Plains 355 Midland Ave., Yonkers Last month, Ossining resident Paula Garber cal experience and two professional certifications Industrial Development Agency Soil and Water Conservation District Board launched her cat behavior consulting business, to her work with cats and their owners. Her work Thursday, June 11 at 8 a.m. Friday, June 19 at 9 a.m. LIFELINE Cat Behavior Solutions, to help cat as a trap-neuter-return volunteer and advocate County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Michaelian Office Building, fourth floor, owners in Westchester and surrounding areas for community cats in Westchester led to her ca- 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Conf. Room 429 with their cat behavior problems and training reer in cat behavior as a way to keep cats in their Domestic Violence Council 148 Martine Ave., White Plains needs. A brand-new website and four behavior homes. Thursday, June 11 at 12:30 p.m. Police Board consulting service packages were unveiled May “There are many misconceptions about cats, County Courthouse, Probation, seventh Wednesday, June 24 at 4 p.m. 1 at a party for friends, family, clients and col- and accurate and reliable information about their floor conference room Commissioner’s Conf. Room, Police leagues at the Ossining Arts Council space in the basic needs and how to accommodate them is hard 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., White Headquarters Steamer Firehouse on Main Street. to find,” said Garber. “As a result, behavior prob- Plains 1 Saw Mill River Parkway, Hawthorne Cats are the most popular companion animal lems often persist until the cat is finally turned out, Women’s Advisory Board Westchester-Putnam Workforce Investment in the United States. A survey by the American taken to a shelter, or worse. These drastic measures Monday, June 15 at 5:30 p.m. Board (annual meeting) Pet Products Association in 2012 showed that are unnecessary, because most behavior problems County Executive’s Office, Conf. Room A Friday, June 26 at 8:30 a.m. there are more than 95 million owned cats, versus can be resolved. Our solutions are designed not 148 Martine Ave., White Plains Candela Systems Corporation 83 million owned dogs, and that 55 percent of cat only to solve or minimize behavior problems in Plumbing Board 168 Old Saw Mill River Road, Hawthorne owners have two or more cats. Yet there is a criti- cats, but also to improve the bond between cats Tuesday, June 16 at 3 p.m. Transportation Board cal lack of qualified specialists to assist the cat- and their guardians. Everyone wins.” Michaelian Office Building, fifth floor, Friday, June 26 at 8:30 a.m. owning public with training and behavior issues. LIFELINE Cat Behavior Solutions provides Room 527 Westchester County Airport According to the Best Friends Animal So- private, in-home cat training and behavior con- ciety, “Behavior problems are one of the most sulting services that are customized to meet the common reasons that adult cats are relinquished specific needs of each individual cat and client. to shelters and, because they’re not as cute as kit- LIFELINE is owned and operated by a profes- Washington County tens, they are much less likely to find new homes.” sionally certified cat training and behavior spe- LIFELINE Cat Behavior Solutions is the cialist, and offers service packages ranging from Tax Foreclosed only cat-focused private behavior consulting intensive support and prevention to basic educa- service in Westchester County that is owned and tion and training. Real Estate Auction operated by a professionally certified cat training For more information, contact Garber at and behavior specialist. Owner Paula Garber is a [email protected] or 914-935- JUNE 13, 2015 lifelong cat guardian who brings years of practi- 7938. Registration: 8:00 AM • Auction Starts: 10:00 AM SALE LOCATION: Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Co. #1 Donate A Boat 3715 Burgoyne Ave., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 Property Catalogues available at: or Car Today! County Offices, 383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or Online at www.AuctionsInternational.com

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ANTIQUES • ART • COLLECTIBLES must be prepared to pass E-Verify and criminal SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Most cash paid for paintings, antiques, furni- background check.**To apply please call 612- Index No.: 60999/2013 ture, silver, sculpture, jewelry, books, cameras, 208-3341. Send resume to [email protected] Date of Filing: May 5, 2015 records, instruments, coins, watches, gold, com- Licensed therapists needed SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK ics, sports cards, etc. Please call Aaron at 914- - for Early Intervention SLP, OT, PT, SI, SW, COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER 654-1683. Psych Cases in Westchester County for ages JAMES B NUTTER & COMPANY, Plaintiff, Daylight Savings Time has ar- 0-3 with developmental delays Send resume to -against- rived and so has the WAJE Spring [email protected] CATHERINE EDWARDS, if living, or if either or all be dead, their wives, husbands, term! ... Celebrate by joining Westchester ADOPTION: Unplanned Pregnancy? 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Legal Notices #3146 05/29 -06/19 Notice of formation of KS Notice of formation of Jack B Notice of formation of Dream Notice of formation of BLVD Notice is hereby given that Notice of formation of Purser Insurance Agency, LLC, Consulting, LLC, a domestic Line Estates LLC, a domestic BAR & LOUNGE LLC Arts. Ice Hutch, Inc. has applied and Associates LLC Arts. a domestic LLC, Arts. Of LLC, Arts. Of Org. filed with LLC, Arts. Of Org. filed with Of Org. filed with the Sect’y for a license, 1286231, to sell Of Org. filed with the Sect’y Org. filed with the SSNY on the SSNY on 03/26/2015. the SSNY on 04/13/2015. of State of NY (SSNY) on Beer at retail in a restaurant of State of NY (SSNY) on 05/05/2015.Office located: Office located: Westchester Office located: Westchester 05/11/2015. Office location: under the Alcoholic Bever- January 8, 2015. Office lo- Westchester County. SSNY County. SSNY is designated County. SSNY is designated Westchester County. The age Control Law at 655 Gar- cation: Westchester County. is designated as agent upon as agent upon whom pro- as agent upon whom pro- street address is: 472 Frank- den Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY The street address is: 240 whom process against the cess against the LLC may cess against the LLC may be lin Ave, Mount Vernon, NY 10550, Westchester County Bronxville Road, Apt. B4, LLC may be served. SSNY be served. SSNY shall mail served. SSNY shall mail pro- 10553. SSNY has been des- for on premises consump- Bronxville, New York 10708. shall mail process to The process to The LLC, C/O cess to The LLC, C/O Frank ignated as agent of the LLC tion, Ice Hutch, Inc. Jonathan Orenstein, 240 LLC, C/O Leo Sosa, 434-A Jacqueline B Haynes,85 Vicent Direnno Suite Bsnt upon whom process against Bronxville Road, Apt. B4, South Broadway Yonkers St Andrews Place Suite 1E Yonkers, NY 10701.General it may be served. SSNY shall #3147 06/05 – 06/12 Bronxville, New York, 10708. 10705.General Purposes. Yonkers, NY 10705.General Purposes. mail process served to: Gairy Purpose: any lawful act. Purposes. Blake, 860 E 216th Street, #6627 05/29 - 07/03 #6629 05/29 - 07/03 Bronx NY 10462. Purpose: #6620 05/08 – 06/12 #6628 05/29 - 07/03 any lawful act.

#6636 06/05 - 07/10 Notice of formation of MIL- Notice of formation of YI- Notice of formation of Au- LIE DESIGNS LLC Arts. Of ZHENG FAMILY PROPER- tumn and Always, LLC Arts. Org. filed with the Sect’y of TY, LLC. Arts of Org filed with Of Org. filed with the Sect’y Notice of formation of Oak Notice of formation of Gal- Notice of formation of Pa- State of NY (SSNY) on MAY Secy of State of NY (SSNY) of State of NY (SSNY) on Street TV LLC Arts. Of Org. axy 7 LLC Arts. Of Org. filed cific 24Hr Towing LLC. Arts. 20th, 2015. Office location: on 5/18/15. Office loca- MAY 11th, 2015. Office lo- filed with the Sect’y of State with the Sect’y of State of Of Org. filed with the Sect’y WESTCHESTER COUNTY. tion: Westchester County. cation: WESTCHESTER of NY (SSNY) on March 23, NY (SSNY) on 04/28/2015. of State of NY (SSNY) on The street address is: 2 SSNY designated as agent COUNTY. The street ad- 2015. Office location: West- Office location: Westches- 1/29/15. Office location: GAILLARD STREET, Larch- upon whom process may be dress is: 624 White Plains chester County. The street ter County. The street ad- Westchester County. The mont, NY, 10538. SSNY has served and shall mail copy Road, Suite 135, Tarrytown, address is: 99 Kingston Av- dress is: 157 Ellwood Av- street address is: 3228 Al- been designated as agent of of process against LLC to: New York 10591.. SSNY has enue, Yonkers, NY, 10701. enue, Fleetwood, NY, 10552. bany Post Rd. SSNY has the LLC upon whom process 79 Page Ave., Yonkers, NY been designated as agent of SSNY has been designated SSNY has been designated been designated as agent of against it may be served. 10704. Purpose: any lawful the LLC upon whom process as agent of the LLC upon as agent of the LLC upon the LLC upon whom process SSNY shall mail process act. against it may be served. whom process against it may whom process against it may against it may be served. served to: HILARY DARKE, SSNY shall mail process be served. SSNY shall mail be served. SSNY shall mail SSNY shall mail process 2 GAILLARD STREET, #6631 05/29 -07/03 served to: 624 White Plains process served to: Stephen process served to: Irwin M. served to: Pacific 24Hr Tow- LARCHMONT, NY 10538. Road, Suite 135, Tarrytown, Blanchard, 99 Kingston Av- Billy, 157 Ellwood Avenue, ing, 3228 Albany Post Rd, Purpose: any lawful act. New York 10591. Purpose: enue, Yonkers, NY, 10701. Fleetwood, NY, 10552. Pur- Buchanan, NY 10511. Pur- any lawful act. Purpose: any lawful act. pose: any lawful act. pose: any lawful act. #6630 05/29 – 07/03 #6632 05/29 – 07/03 #6621 05/08 – 06/12 #6622 05/15 – 06/19 #6623 05/22 – 06/26

Notice of formation of Hoff- Notice of formation of Cyg- Notice of formation of WE Notice of formation of Navi- Notice of formation of JD Notice of formation of West- man Designs and Consult- net II LLC Arts. Of Org. filed MOVE DIFFERENT LLC gating The Maze LLC. Arts. LUXURY TOURS, LLC, chester CNA Training, LLC, ing, LLC Arts. Of Org. filed with the Sect’y of State of Arts. Of Org. filed with the Of Org. filed with the Sect’y a domestic LLC, Arts. Of a domestic LLC, Arts. Of with the Sect’y of State of NY NY (SSNY) on 5/27/15. Of- Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) of State of NY (SSNY) on Org. filed with the SSNY on Org. filed with the SSNY on (SSNY) on 2/14/2015. Office fice location: Westchester. on 3/11/15. Office location: 03/20/2015. Office location: 04/23/2014.Office located: 09/18/2014.Office located: location: Westchester Coun- The street address is: 8 Bay WESTCHESTER. The street Westchester County. The Westchester County. SSNY Westchester County. SSNY ty. The street address is: 116 Ave., Larchmont, NY 10538. address is: 470 MIDLAND street address is: 31 Summit is designated as agent upon is designated as agent upon Gall Drive, New Rochelle, SSNY has been designated AVENUE, YONKERS, NEW Avenue, New Rochelle, NY, whom process against the whom process against the NY, 10805.. SSNY has been as agent of the LLC upon YORK 10704. SSNY has 10801. SSNY has been des- LLC may be served. SSNY LLC may be served. SSNY designated as agent of the whom process against it been designated as agent of ignated as agent of the LLC shall mail process to The shall mail process to The LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall the LLC upon whom process upon whom process against LLC, C/O JERRY DICKENS, LLC, C/O Timothy Slanzi, 49 against it may be served. mail process served to: GIL- against it may be served. it may be served. SSNY 408 Riverdale Ave Yonkers Douglas Ave Yonkers 10703. SSNY shall mail process LIAN PINCHIN, 8 BAY AVE., SSNY shall mail process shall mail process served to: 10705.General Purposes. General Purposes. served to: Erich Hoffman, LARCHMONT, NY 10538. served to: WE MOVE DIF- Margaret Coll, 31 Summit 56 Harrison Street, New Ro- Purpose: any lawful act. FERENT LLC, C/O CHAP- Avenue, New Rochelle, NY, #6625 05/29 - 07/03 #6626 05/29 - 07/03 chelle, NY, 10801. Purpose: PELL MCCRAY, 470 MID- 10801 Purpose: any lawful any lawful act. #6634 06/05-07/10 LAND AVENUE, YONKERS, act. NEW YORK 10704. Pur- #6633 05/29 – 07/03 pose: any lawful act. #6624 05/22 – 06/26 #6635 06/05-07/10 Friday, June 12, 2015 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care White Plains Hospital Phelps Nurse Educator Impacted by Data Theft Awarded by HV Magazine White Plains Hospital is one of several cial Security numbers. There is no indication that Cheryl Burke, a nurse educator at Phelps and stroke programs, have contributed to bet- hospitals in New York that has been affected by any information about medical history or medi- Memorial Hospital Center, received the “Top ter care for hospitalized patients. a recent data breach that occurred via Medical cal treatment/services was disclosed. Those in- Nurse Award” at Hudson Valley Magazine’s Her most recent display of commitment Management, LLC, a medical billing company dividuals whose personal information may have eighth annual “Excellence in Nursing” awards to the hospital and community has been the that provides coding and billing services for the been disclosed during the employee’s tenure with event, held recently at The Grandview in implementation of the Nurses Improving Care emergency department at the hospital. Individu- MML (February 2013 to March 2015) are being Poughkeepsie. The event took place during of Health System Elders program to meet the als who may have had information compromised notified by mail and are being offered identity National Nurses Week and celebrated the re- needs of geriatric patients, which has achieved are being notified by mail in full accordance with theft protection services at no cost through Kroll, gion’s finest nurses. Level 3 (senior-friendly level) recognition. In the Health Insurance Portability and Accountabil- Inc., a global leader in risk mitigation and re- Burke received the highest honor for her her 10 years at Phelps as a clinical educator, ity Act Breach Notification Rule, which requires sponse solutions. remarkable nursing career that has demon- she has successfully oriented more that 100 HIPAA-covered entities and their business asso- Affected individuals are encouraged to take strated what nursing excellence is. new staff members to the professional role of ciates to provide notification following a breach other precautionary measures to protect their per- “In addition to being innovative, Cheryl the RN. She also is a resource to several local of personal information. sonal information, including placing a fraud alert is nurturing, enthusiastic and above all, pa- colleges, working with senior students on their Federal law enforcement authorities in- and/or security freeze on their accounts through tient in her position as a clinical educator,” projects. formed MML on March 16 that a call center a national credit bureau. Individuals should also said Mary McDermott, chief nursing officer Burke’s commitment to her community is employee of MML, who was authorized to work carefully review all bills and account statements at Phelps. “She is a true role model in pursuit inspirational: She participates annually in the within the billing system, copied certain items of received, and report any suspicious activity to the of excellence in patient care and she encour- Sleepy Hollow Health fair as a volunteer, is personal information from that billing system and financial institution of the account at issue. ages staff to participate in scholarly activities, committed to improving the wellness of the disclosed this information to a third party. The For questions regarding this matter, or to which demonstrates her commitment to lift up community and works closely in the hospi- MML employee was immediately terminated and learn whether your personal information may be those around her. Cheryl truly deserves this tal’s wellness initiative. She also developed a the company performed an extensive investiga- included in this incident, contact the dedicated recognition.” stroke support group that was well received by tion and review. Kroll call center that has been set-up at 1-855- A registered professional nurse, Burke attendees, and she continues to be a resource The personal information disclosed by this 330-6364, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday has significantly impacted the lives of thou- for one of her first stroke support group mem- employee included names, dates of birth and So- through Friday. sands of patients and their families over the bers. course of her 35-year nursing career. She has Burke has achieved life-long profession- increased the knowledge of countless RNs and alism and is committed to continuing educa- has been a valuable asset to Phelps by bring- tion. She holds two masters degrees and two ing numerous patient care programs to life. national board certifications. In addition, she Programs she helped develop, including the maintains her competency in chemotherapy World Elder Abuse Rapid Response Team and the palliative care administration. Awareness Day is June 15 Westchester County will mark the ninth an- The film brings viewers into the homes of nual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with a courageous American seniors to hear their poi- Town of Eastchester documentary screening and discussion Monday, gnant stories about the abuse, neglect and exploi- June 15 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Hugh A. Doyle tation they have experienced. The goal of the film Senior Center, 94 Davis Ave., New Rochelle. is to bring the issue of elder abuse out of the shad- Senior Programs & Services “Elder abuse is a shameful crime aimed at ows by helping viewers recognize signs of abuse The Center at Lake Isle 1 p.m. Early Bird Swim Registration vulnerable people and it will not be tolerated,” and know where to go for help. * Programs held at Tuckahoe Community Thursday, June 18 said County Executive Robert Astorino. “I wel- The program is sponsored by the county’s Center this week. 9:30 a.m. Intermediate line dancing with come the opportunity to once again put a spotlight Department of Senior Programs and Services and Monday, June 15 Theresa on this serious issue.” the Livable Communities Elder Abuse Collabora- 9:30 a.m. Line dancing with Theresa 10 a.m. Yiddish class The 20 minute documentary, “An Age for tive of the Westchester Public/Private Partnership 12:15 p.m. Bingo bash 12:30 p.m. “Hearing Better” with Dr. Jason Justice: Confronting Elder Abuse in America,” for Aging Services. 1 p.m. Bridge/cards/Mahjong; exercise with Ruiz of Advanced Audiology will be followed by a discussion led by Susan Elder abuse refers to the intentional, neglect- Linda; and early bird swim registration 1 p.m. Mahjong/Pokeno/cards Brownbill-Vega, assistant district attorney with ful or exploitive acts by a family member, care- Tuesday, June 16 1 p.m. Early bird swim registration the Westchester District Attorney’s Office; and giver, “trusted” individual or stranger that lead to, 8:30 a.m. Exercise with Grace Friday, June 19 Gary Brown, assistant attorney general in charge or may lead to, the harm of an older person. The 10 a.m. Exercise with Patricia 8:30 a.m. Exercise video of the Attorney General’s Westchester regional abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional or finan- 10:30 a.m. June birthday celebration with 9:30 a.m. Zumba Gold with Patricia office. Brown is also the AG’s statewide elder cial, and the problem crosses social and economic Ralph Caruso 10:30 a.m. Current events with Maryann abuse coordinator. lines. 12:30 p.m. Bridge/cards/Mahjong 12:30 p.m. Bridge/cards/Mahjong 1 p.m. Early bird swim registration 12:45 p.m. Yoga with Susan Wednesday, June 17 1 p.m. Early bird swim registration 9:30 a.m. Tap dancing with Paula The Center at Lake Isle is located at 660 9:30 a.m. Drawing class with Stephanie White Plains Road, Eastchester. Learn About Chronic 12:30 p.m. Exercise with Evey; and Mah- For more information or transportation, call Health Conditions at Library jong/Bridge/cards 914-337-0390. The Larchmont Public Library is partnering for the rapid rise in chronic illness are varied. with the Westchester Country Health Depart- They include the aging of the population, longer Call 914-965-4000 to advertise on our ment to host a six-part workshop during which life expectancies due to improvements in medi- participants will become empowered to better cal care for infectious diseases, and advances in Seniors & Health Care page! manage chronic health conditions. diagnostic technology and treatment options for There will be a free introductory session many chronic diseases. Thursday, June 25 at 2 p.m., when attendees will In addition, changes in lifestyle contribute get answers to their questions and have the op- to higher rates of chronic illnesses such as dia- portunity to register for the six-week workshop. betes, high blood pressure and heart disease can Those wishing to register must be a resident of be cited. Westchester County and must be over the age of The health consequences of chronic illness 55. The introductory session and the six-week are extensive. People with chronic diseases of- workshop sessions are free. ten have difficulty with basic tasks such as lift- Tremendous changes in medical science, ing objects or walking up steps, or daily life ac- combined with shifts in lifestyle and demo- tivities such as bathing, dressing, or eating. They graphics, have resulted in a rapid rise in the have significantly higher rates of hospitalization number and proportion of individuals living with and make more emergency room (ER) visits. one or more chronic illnesses. Older Americans Their health care spending (shared among pa- are especially vulnerable to chronic disease, and tients and payers) is higher than that for people today, more than 70 million Americans ages 50 without a chronic disease. and older – four out of five older adults – suffer For additional information, visit the library from at least one chronic condition. online at www.larchmontlibrary.com. By 2030, the number of U.S. adults age 65 To register for the six-week workshop, con- or older who have a chronic illness will more tact Rebecca Bent at 914-813-6263 or by email than double to about 71 million. The reasons at [email protected] PAGE 8 - WESTCHESTER’S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - Friday, June 12, 2015 Golf Classic to Support Teens Can Audition Those With Disabilities For ‘Broadway Bound’ Cerebral Palsy of Westchester will host its and services that benefit thousands of children The Westchester Sandbox Theatre has an- have performers singing and dancing to mod- 14th annual Golf Classic at Quaker Ridge Golf and adults with disabilities each year. nounced that auditions for its tweens production ern Broadway musicals, with songs and scenes Club in Scarsdale on Tuesday, June 23. Corpo- Sponsors include: CIGNA; Game Creek of “Broadway Bound,” open to fourth- through tailored to the performers. The show will be di- rate sponsors and individual players will enjoy a Video; Kornreich NIA Organizations; Strategic eighth-graders, will take place Sunday, June 21 rected by Artistic Director Jason Summers. day of golf and have a shot at the hole-in-one and Business Plans, LLC; White Plains Bus Compa- from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday, June 23 Performance dates are July 31 to Aug. 2. other competitions. ny; Grassy Sprain Pharmacy; Marks Paneth, LLP; from 5 to 7 p.m. A registration fee of $425 for all participants is Registration begins at 10 a.m., with golfing Westmore Fuel; the Eising Family; Irwin Siegel Have you always wanted to “Defy Grav- required. beginning with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Af- Agency, Inc.; Connecticut Business Systems; Ki- ity” or perhaps even be a little bit “Naughty?” For more information, visit www.wst- ter the tournament, participants will take part in amie East 32nd Street; Encompass Digital Media; Now you can! This special summer show will shows.com or call 914 630 0804. the evening’s festivities, which include dinner, Peter B. Cannell and Co., Inc.; Dynamic Caption- a silent auction, raffles and a presentation of the ing; Dome Productions; Connecticut Business tournament winners. Systems; and Professional Marketing Group. The Quaker Ridge Golf Club is located at For more information or to participate in the criminal justice system take a back seat to the 146 Griffen Ave., Scarsdale. event contact Joan Colangelo, director of devel- Protecting Our rights of the perpetrator. Perhaps if the perp Cerebral Palsy of Westchester thanked its opment and public relations, at 914-937-3800, Continued from Page 1 were exposed for who he is, and protests were sponsors and supporters that contribute to the ext. 215 or [email protected], launched outside his home, he would realize agency’s efforts in raising money for programs or visit www.cpwestchester.org. “The sense of intimidation and intrusion the pain he is causing not only the victim, but affected this woman greatly, in what should other residents and families in the neighbor- be the safety of her own home,” said Latimer. hood. “But the police could only charge the intruder Sen. Carlucci recently called for stricter with simple trespass. That charge did noth- residency requirements for sex offenders. Enjoy Farm-to-Table ing to stop the individual from continuing his Due to a loophole in state law, a Level 3 stalking and harassment of the woman.” sex offender is currently legally residing ap- Latimer and Wagner worked on language, proximately 175 feet from Nella Di Nuovo Dining at Nature Center which became bill S.4166/A.2761, with the Daycare in Congers, Rockland County. Car- help of Assemblywoman Shelley Mayer, lucci joined to support legislation that would Visit the Greenburgh Nature Center for its cal shoes. the bill’s Assembly sponsor. “We lobbied in prohibit sex offenders from residing 1,000 feet third annual farm-to-table dinner and wine tasting The cost per person is $100 for members or the Senate for its passage and my colleagues from a daycare facility. fundraiser Sunday, June 14 from 4 to 7 p.m. $150 for non-members. Children age 12 and older agreed, on a bi-partisan basis, to create a cat- The state Department of Corrections Guests have the opportunity to enjoy a deli- can attend at the per person rate. Seating is lim- egory of crime that would provide greater pen- and Community Supervision interprets cur- cious meal from an assortment of local restaurants ited, so sign up online today to reserve your spot. alties for such behavior,” said Latimer. “We rent law from prohibiting sex offenders from and bakeries that promote using locally grown Kids can also enjoy a separate interactive cu- seek to punish the guilty and, if possible, deter knowingly residing within 1,000 feet of school products and provide seasonal fare. In addition, linary and learning experience held at the GNC, the would-be criminal from this behavior in the buildings and from knowingly traveling within wineries from the Hudson Valley region and New hosted in part by Whole Foods Market Westches- first place.” 1,000 feet of school buildings, leaving daycare York State showcase their award-winning wines. ter and its healthy-eating specialist, along with He also praised Wagner’s work on the bill. and pre-kindergarten facilities vulnerable to The GNC’s natural setting provides a lovely and talented GNC staff. Fun activities include cook- “Steve exemplifies what an active citizen sexual predators. elegant backdrop for this special evening. ing demonstrations, tastings, interactive meal can do,” said Latimer. “On his own time, he Carlucci’s legislation, S3223A, will pro- Throughout the meal, speak with the differ- preparation, storytime and more. Children have brought his neighbor’s story to our attention hibit sex offenders from moving to a residence ent local chefs as well as the wine makers who fun while learning about the benefits of farm-to- and helped us craft and vette the language. To- that is within 1,000 feet of any school building provided the evening’s meal. table eating. day’s Senate vote (58-2 in favor) is a vote of regularly used for instructional purposes – a In an effort to reinforce GNC’s mission and The event will be held inside and outside, so justice for an innocent woman, and a vote of building in which child day care is provided. sustainability message, guests are asked to bring the children should dress weather-appropriately support for a neighborhood leader who cares.” “As a new father, it’s unsettling to know their own dinnerware (china, glasses, silverware). and be ready to get their hands a little dirty. Din- The bill is under review in the Assem- that current law leaves our youngest children There will be an opportunity to rinse them off be- ner is included for children. bly Codes Committee. To view it online, visit unprotected from some of the most violent and fore packing them up to bring them home. The cost per child is $25 for age 2 to 12. www.nysenate.gov and place bill number perverse criminals,” said Carlucci. “Unfortu- The GNC is a nature preserve, complete Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served S.4166, in the “Legislation” icon box. nately, within eight years of their release, level with uneven dirt trails and a grassy Great Lawn. basis. Protecting the dignity, and identity, of the three sex offenders were rearrested almost 50 Dinner will be served outdoors under a tent (rain To register or for more information, visit victim of this crime prevents this newspaper percent of the time. Our children are our most or shine), at tables set up on the Great Lawn, so http://greenburghnaturecenter.org or call 914- from printing some of other details of this case, precious asset and we need to do everything dress comfortably and casually, and wear practi- 723-3470. which shows how – in our view – the rights we can to keep them safe. We must close this of victims to be protected far too often in our loophole immediately.”

strategic and marketing plans, including per- The Department of Public Safety will also Some Say formance measures for monitoring outcomes Will Consolidating provide an additional police officer whose work Continued from Page 1 to determine if the cost generated a return for Continued from Page 1 hours will vary with the demands for police ser- the investment; setting specific targets, goals vice, seasonally or otherwise. ing real questions about whether the results jus- and benchmarks for evaluating performance One duplication of services in most of In addition, the patrol force will be super- tify the cost.” outcomes and use these measure to monitor Westchester is within the 45 police departments vised around the clock by a sergeant in the field Dinapoli’s statement on his audit reads: performance; and regularly evaluating the pro- throughout the county. as a first-line supervisor, something that was “In December 2011, ESDC awarded a gram outcomes associated with the marketing The argument for consolidation of police not always possible under the village’s policing contract to BBDO USA, LLC, an advertising efforts and using this information to periodical- departments used to be to eliminate the county model. The savings come from economy-of- and marketing agency, for up to $50 million. ly review, and if needed, adjust program goals, police and keep all of the local – village, town scale efficiencies. ESDC amended and increased the contract strategies and resource allocations.” (End of and city – police department. But in recent The former Mount Kisco officers, who four times, bringing the total of the contract to audit.) years, the consolidation has swung in the other were taken into the county police with their ex- $211.5 million. Of this, $36.5 million was tar- ESDC eventually did estimate that it had direction, with local governments closing their isting ranks and seniority, include a lieutenant, geted to promote tourism and business in the created 76 jobs in 2014 from StartUP NY; smaller departments and contracting to have five sergeants, three detectives and 15 officers. wake of Hurricane Sandy. The remaining $175 DiNapoli’s audit got an angry response from the county police come in and take over. They will form the backbone of the county of- million could be spent at the authority’s discre- Cuomo’s office and administration, which has The Town of Cortlandt closed down its ficers who will patrol the village. tion, which ESDC allocated to promoting Start- been touting StartUP NY as a game changer for police department in 1998, and contracted with “The uniforms the public will see will Up NY, tourism, Taste NY and Masterbrand. years. the State Police and Westchester County for po- be different, but many of the faces will not “As required by law, the State Attorney “It’s disappointing that the comptroller’s lice services. change,” said Public Safety Commissioner General’s Office and the State Comptroller’s office, which spent close to a year on this audit, The Town of Ossining consolidated its de- George Longworth. “We will be relying on the Office reviewed the contract and amendments has chosen to ignore every metric put into place partment with county police in 2010, but there officers who know Mount Kisco best to help us and found the state’s procurement and legal to measure the effectiveness and impact of the is still a Village of Ossining Police Department write this newest chapter in the village’s long process was followed. multiple advertising campaigns run by ESD,” and a Briarcliff Manor Police Department with- and proud history.” “The purpose of DiNapoli’s audit, which said ESDC spokesman Jason Conwall. in the Town of Ossining. The Department of Public Safety will covered December 2011 to November 2014, Critics of StartUP NY include the county Overall, both consolidation efforts have maintain a police presence in the present vil- was to determine if ESDC received the ser- executive and 2014 gubernatorial candidate been successful in saving taxpayer dollars for lage police headquarters on Green Street, with vices it paid for and whether its advertising Rob Astorino, who claims that the public rela- residents – and doing so without a serious de- village patrols and detectives operating from effort achieved sufficient outcomes. Although tions program did nothing but attempt to boost cline in the delivering of police services and this location. However, police calls for Mount auditors found that ESDC got the advertising Cuomo’s name recognition and popularity dur- safety. Kisco will now be handled by the dispatching services it paid for, at a fair price, they found ing his victory re-election last year. Many of And last week, Astorino swore in 24 for- team at county police headquarters in Haw- ESDC was not able to effectively quantify and the StartUP NY television ads began running in mer members of the Mt. Kisco Police Depart- thorne. assess tangible outcomes from the initiatives. New York stations and markets in the months ment as members of the Westchester County Astorino stressed that the contract requires “ESDC officials told auditors they do not leading up to last year’s governor’s race – a cu- Police Department, marking the latest consoli- Mount Kisco to cover the full cost of the offi- believe the advertising program should be for- rious TV ad buy if you want to lure companies dation. cers assigned to the village, including salaries, mally measured against outcome targets estab- and jobs from Texas, Florida and the Carolina. Astorino joined Mount Kisco Mayor J. overtime, benefits and pension costs. “This lished for the various programs, and that the ad- “I commend Comptroller Tom DiNapoli Michael Cindrich at the ceremony, which took contract is tax-neutral to Westchester County vertising was not intended to directly produce for having the courage to call out the StartUp place on the first day of a five-year contract that taxpayers,” said Astorino. “The county is not positive economic benefits. Instead, officials NY campaign for what it is: an historic waste calls for the county police to provide supple- subsidizing police services in Mount Kisco.” stressed that the primary expectation for the of tax dollars,” said Astorino. “Mr. Cuomo’s mental police services to the village. Under the Longworth said the transition process has contract was to improve perception of the state ads were designed for two reasons – to boost contract, the county police are providing patrol been under way for several months in Mount as a good place to visit and to do business. his image nationally and to stabilize his falling and investigative services, which will report- Kisco. “By working together, Mount Kisco of- “Auditors repeatedly met with ESDC of- approval ratings here in New York going into edly save Mount Kisco $2.4 million. ficers were able to familiarize the county police ficials about the objectives of the specific pro- a re-election year. It took tens of thousands of There is no cost to county taxpayers under with the community while learning the policies grams supported by the advertising contract. New York taxpayers to foot the bill for those the agreement, according to officials. and procedures of the Westchester County Po- ESDC only provided details about Start-Up ads, and they got absolutely nothing for their “This agreement is an example of smart lice,” he said. “This approach will enable us to NY, a tax free incentive program for businesses money. That is morally unacceptable.” government: better service at a better price for make as seamless a transition as possible.” affiliated with college campuses that began Cuomo does not personally appear in taxpayers,” said Astorino. “The new alignment Longworth also praised the Mount Kisco in October 2013. Between October 2013 and StartUP NY ads, but they clearly benefit his of police resources will allow us to increase the Police Department for almost 140 years of ser- October 2014, auditors found that ESDC spent image as governor, suggesting that New York number of officers and supervisors on the street vice to Mount Kisco and its citizens. $45.1 million to advertise the StartUp NY pro- is making significant economic strides when in Mount Kisco, lower costs for the village, and “We have great respect for the exemplary gram to encourage businesses to apply for the it is not. New York continues to be ranked as do it in a way that is cost-neutral for county tax- level of police service provided by the Mount program, or 40 percent of the $111.6 million the state with the worst economic outlook in payers.” Kisco Department for almost a century and a available for advertising during that period. America. Astorino lauded Cindrich for his com- half,” he said. “The Westchester County Police “During this time, ESDC received 18,203 “These thinly disguised political ads are a mitment to lowering the tax burden on village are committed to maintaining the level of per- applications, but only about 10 percent of the slap in the face to New York families squeezed residents. He also thanked the Mount Kisco sonal and professional police service the com- businesses that applied were eligible for the to the breaking point by nation-leading taxes Board of Trustees and County Legislator Peter munity has come to rely upon and expect.” program and only 41 enrolled in the program and other expenses,” added Astorino. “Gov. Harckham for helping make the police services The efforts of consolidation should be en- during the time period examined by auditors. Cuomo has an ethical responsibility to return contract a reality. couraged and applauded by the taxpayers, and The 41 businesses plan to create 1,750 jobs to taxpayers the $50 million allocated this year. “The contract between Westchester Coun- Astorino should continue in this effort and seek over the next five years. Auditors calculated These ads have no public benefit and no place ty and Mount Kisco is in alignment with Coun- out consolidations with other local police de- that ESDC spent more than $25,000 on adver- in New York, especially during election years. ty Executive Rob Astorino’s proven policies of partments, especially those in smaller commu- tising for each of the promised jobs. If Gov. Cuomo was serious about addressing reducing taxes,” said Cindrich. “The plan is a nities. (Pleasantville had considered merging “Auditors also questioned why ESDC con- New York’s economic woes, he would stop try- cutting-edge, progressive initiative that reduces with the county police a few years ago.) tinued to allocate more and more money to ad- ing to pick winners and losers, and instead fo- cost without compromising the quality of po- Other services in local governments vertise StartUp NY – even as applications fell cus on cutting taxes and regulations across the lice services.” should also be reviewed for consolidation, and from a peak of 5,300 in January 2014 to about board so that New York can be economically Under the contract, the Department of tax-saving possibilities. 500 in June 2014 – without any analysis of spe- competitive again.” Public Safety is providing three police officers, The big challenge will come with getting cific goals or modification of outreach efforts. One logistical question you may ask after each in a patrol car, to patrol the village every homeowners and families who pay the among Auditors also noted that spending on advertis- reading this story, or DiNapoli’s audit, is: Who day during day and evening tours, and two po- the highest property taxes in Westchester – and ing did not produce the outcome of increasing is BBDO USA, LLC, the advertising agency lice officers on the midnight tour. This staffing the nation – to agree to give up their local po- the number of applications. that received the entire contract for StartUP level meets or exceeds Mount Kisco’s prior pa- lice in exchange for a few hundred dollars in “DiNapoli’s office recommended: Future NY? More next week. trol plan. tax savings on their $25,000 tax bill. Friday, June 12, 2015 - NORTH CASTLE RISING - PAGE 9 Express Yourself at Muse Visitors Will be ‘Envious’ Paintbar in White Plains Of HRM’s Summer Exhibit

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Combining painting instruction with a To participate, visit www.musepaintbar. wine bar, Muse Paintbar has opened its doors com, click on White Plains’ page, and scroll for classes at the company’s first Westchester through the online calendar to view each eve- location, at 84 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains. ning’s one or two different paintings, and regis- A relaxing oasis for artists and non-artists of all ter online. Classes average $35 per person, but ages and skill levels, Muse Paintbar is place for prices may vary for fundraisers, special events friends to learn, laugh, relax and celebrate life’s and special sessions. The company donates 5 milestones with skilled painting instructors in a percent of profits to local causes and partners warm and inviting space. with local suppliers. Muse is managed by President Stan Finch After sign-up, guests simply need to show and lead artist Vanessa Leigh, both co-found- up for fun. Muse Paintbar provides expert in- ers, and run in cooperation with local artists structors, acrylic paints, a series of brushes and from the Westchester area. a canvas, and an apron. Guests do not need any “Muse allows us to share our passion and artistic background or skill, as instructors guide create art in a fun, relaxed atmosphere,” said them stroke by stroke from blank canvas to fin- Leigh. “Art can be intimidating, but we break ished masterpiece, ready to display or gift. down barriers by providing simple directions While painting, guests can also enjoy a se- that allow people to gain confidence. By the lection of food, wine and beer. end of the session, they’ve had fun and can take Muse Paintbar is open to the public and The works of Adrian Broom, including “The Gift of a Dream,” above, are part of the Hudson home an original work of art.” to private parties on a space-available basis. River Museum’s summer 2015 exhibit. Muse Paintbar is ideal for after-work re- Reservations are suggested, as sessions sell “Envy,” the most corrosive of the seven white and black, embodied as heads locked to- laxation, a girls’ night out, a birthday or bach- out quickly. Muse also offers gift certificates, deadly sins, is making its appearance at the gether in a dance – the “Dance of Death.” Co- elorette party, or even a first date. Couples’ private instruction and private party paintings Hudson River Museum through Sept. 26. cooned and caught within the poisonous web, paintings, where artists will guide participants geared toward the company or guest(s) of hon- Envy is interpreted by multimedia artist Adrien too, are famous fairy tale symbols made real as through a joint painting, also make Muse the or. For details, contact Muse White Plains at Broom in photographs and life-sized scenes objects: Tempting apples, gold coins and mir- perfect spot to celebrate a recent anniversary or 914-506-5900 or WhitePlains@musepaintbar. from fairy tales, the stories of passion, evil and rors, all connoting the age-old envious thirst for a romantic date night. com. redemption that have thrilled us for centuries. beauty, wealth and power. Family art sessions are offered two to three Visit www.musepaintbar.com or facebook. Fairy tales show us as we are and as we Artistic signifiers of envy are seen through- times per month and feature a painting the com/MuseWhitePlains for the latest news and should be. “Once Upon a Time,” a fairy tale’s out the exhibition. In particular, an illuminated whole family can participate in. updates. time-honored opener, invites us to begin the plinth showcases a hand-blown glass apple that story that lays before us on the page, but the appears in Broom’s photographs. for selecting Westchester to showcase this in- fairy tale has another dimension – it is eerily “Envy” is a museum-wide exhibition that Women’s PGA spiring platform.” similar to today’s Google search, where we can includes a photographic portrait gallery of fairy Continued from Page 1 The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship see into the lives of others without being seen, tale characters – among them Cinderella and features a $3.5 million purse, among the high- not on a page, but on a screen. Fairy tales re- Snow White – and in other not so well-known, Country Club in Harrison. est in women’s golf. The championship will be cord, colorfully, the strivings and errors of oth- but nonetheless chilling, include the Singing Two-time defending champion Inbee Park operated by the PGA of America in partnership ers, and then they give the fairy tale clue – the Bone, the Black Bride and the White Bride, the heads a list of 22 major champions competing in with the LPGA. moral, the right way, to act. Three Little Birds and Beauty and the Beast. the 2015 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. World number-one-ranked Lydi Ko will Connivers for riches or for the love of Viewers may not recognize the names of Park, who captured back-to-back titles in 2013 be making her third consecutive Women’s PGA someone promised to another are sure to be ru- all the characters Broom shows them in her and ’14 among her four career majors, is joined Championship appearance, and second as a pro- ined by evil envy, just as the person envied gets photographs, but some of the faces in her por- by nine past Women’s PGA champions: Laura fessional. She finished third last year. the prince or wins the princess. traits are straight from today’s media, such as Davies (94, 96); Se Ri Pak (98, 02, 06); Juli Ink- The roster of major champions in the Snow White’s evil queen, the great arche- the Firestone Sisters, Mary and Lucy, travelers ster (99, 00); Karrie Webb (01); Suzann Petters- KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in- type of envy, appears in two guises – the White and lifestyle enablers who, here, are the Black en (07); Yani Tseng (08, 11); Anna Nordquist clude: Na Yeon Choi; Paula Creamer; Davies; Queen and the Black Queen – the heart of the and White Brides from the Grimm fairy tale; or (09); Cristie Kerr (10); and Shanshan Feng (12). Feng; Eun-Hee Ji; Inkster; Stacy Lewis; Brit- exhibition “Envy.” The queen wears custom Chef Mario Batal as “King,” the ever- present, “Westchester County loves golf – it is tany Lincicome; Catriona Matthew; Nordquist; gowns, one white and one black, and appears benevolent or non-ruler in the fairy tale. home to some of the greatest golf courses in the Pak; Park; Morgan Pressel; So Yeon Ryu; Lexi in two separate photographs standing before Broom also creates three-dimensional world,” said County Executive Robert Astorino. Thompson; Kerr; Mo Martin; Pettersen; Tseng; her mirror: In the white gown (and still morally “storytelling in a box” stage sets.” The first “Westchester is also proud of the women who Webb; Michelle Wie; and Sun Young Yoo. redeemable), and in the black (holding a blood- is the Dwarf’s Cottage where Snow White is are part of its impressive list of entrepreneurs The Westchester Country Club has been red heart and consumed by envy). protected and tempted; second is the dressing and business leaders. So, I can’t think of a bet- ranked 12th of 4,000 private clubs in the United The two magnificent costumes also appear room of Cinderella’s envious stepsisters. ter stage to host not only this prestigious golf States and maintains its status as a “Platinum on stylized mannequins that float, suspended, For more information on the Hudson River tournament but also a professional summit that Club.” The country club offers two champi- in the museum atrium. Museum, located at 511 Warburton Ave., Yon- will empower younger generations of women to onship golf courses and a nine-hole executive A web of envy ensnares the queens, both kers, visit www.HRM.org.. strive for greatness on and off the course. Thank course. The west course continues to be a regu- you to KPMG, PGA of America and the LPGA lar location for professional golf events including the Westchester Classic, the Buick Classic, the Barclays, the Senior Players Championship Send your letters and and this year, the KPMG Women’s PGA Cham- pionship. opinions to us at For more information on tickets to the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship or spec- tator guidelines, visit www.kpmgwomenspga- [email protected] championship.com. Proudly serving the City of White Plains and Westchester County New Kitchens • Baths • Wall Units Nick Sprayregen, Publisher [email protected] REFACING -OR- REMODELING Daniel J. 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Check out the Ossining Village Fair this weekend.

One of the community’s premier events of a celebration of Ossining’s diversity and culture the year, the 35th annual Ossining Village Fair, and truly exemplifi es the spirit and energy of our presented by the Greater Ossining Chamber of local businesses and wonderful community.” Commerce, will return to Ossining’s historic Main Fairgoers are encouraged to stop by the Os- Street on Saturday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. sining Chamber booth, right next to the main (rain date is Sunday, June 14). Highly anticipated stage on Main Street, to pick up an entertainment by thousands of eager fairgoers who attend each schedule, meet the directors, and learn about year, the fair refl ects the unique character of the membership, networking and programming of- Village of Ossining with a wide range of vendors, fered. Employees from Mindspark volunteer cleaning up Van der Donck Park in Yonkers. food, games, rides and live entertainment. As part of this year’s fair, the Friends of the Employees of Mindspark made the most community has been part of our culture. We tru- The 35th annual Ossining Village Fair is ex- Old Croton Aqueduct will offer tours of the Weir of their Impact Day on May 27. Undeterred by ly believe ‘We do well, by doing good.’ Mind- pected to draw several thousand people with more Chamber from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., inviting visi- the hot and sticky weather, 30 game volunteers spark’s Impact Day is that belief put into action. than 200 vendors and a variety of live talent pre- tors to descend into the original 1842 brick water descended upon the daylighted Van der Donck It is an opportunity for our employee volunteers sented on four entertainment stages. tunnel and learn its history. Those interested are Park and the Science Barge, working alongside to work side-by-side with our community part- “Last year, more than 15,000 fairgoers min- asked to meet at the Weir Chamber at the north Groundwork Hudson Valley staff. The park ners to make our community better.” gled, listened to music, dined, shopped and en- end of the Double Arch Bridge near the Joseph crew removed 13 bags of debris and one tire Mindspark, maker of online and mobile joyed the day in historic downtown Ossining,” Caputo Community Center, 95 Broadway. from the Saw Mill River, sanded and revar- applications, moved to Yonkers in November said Gayle Marchica, president of the Greater For more information, contact Jean Horkans nished fi ve benches in American Eel Outdoor 2013, renovating the old Otis Elevator building. Ossining Chamber of Commerce. “We expect the at 914-762-4082. To learn more about the 35th Classroom, and weeded and planted 30 native “We believe in building strong relation- same this year with amazing vendors, diverse cui- annual Ossining Village Fair, visit www.Ossin- grasses in raised beds all around the park. ships with our Yonkers community,” continued sine and live entertainment. Our Village Fair is ingChamber.org. On board the Science Barge, Mindspark Selvey. “We are particularly focused on work- employees set up two new Beta Bucket growing with community partners who are support- New for this year is a choose-your-own-ticket ing systems in the greenhouse that will accom- ing and promoting science, technology, engi- Summer Fun price model ranging from $1 to $3 per person. This modate 40 new plants (cucumber and water- neering and math education.” Continued from Page 1 new model not only allows for tickets to be pur- melon already underway), painted the storage For Mindspark’s Impact Day, more than chased online, in advance with reserved seating. container, and secured canvas to the railing for 80 employee volunteers worked on fi ve dif- Anthony Goncalves, the culinary master be- Also, 100 percent of ticket sales will be donated to visitors’ safety. ferent mentoring, education and beautifi cation hind 42 Restaurant and Events, will work with the local nonprofi ts helping families. The additional growing space in the green- projects with Yonkers organizations, including students, as will other guest chefs. “Kids Camp reaches almost 100,000 kids and house was made possible just last week, when Groundwork Hudson Valley, Riverside High The students will learn the basics, such as parents during the summer, providing affordable the classroom space there was moved to the School for Engineering and Technology, and how to follow a recipe, but they will also get tips and fun movies for everyone,” said Director of new Educational Pavilion at the south end of the the Yonkers YMCA. on how to give ordinary ingredients some pop. The Family and Community Engagement Amy Averett. barge, freeing up space to grow more produce “Our employee volunteers are very pas- children will be taught in two age groups – ages 7 “We are excited to grow this program to support for Groundwork’s farmers’ market in Van der sionate about their Impact Day projects,” said to 9, and ages 10 and over – starting in late June. great local nonprofi ts through ticket sale dona- Donck Park. Selvey. “They take this work as seriously as The older students will learn about breakfast on tions.” “Mindspark is a purpose-driven company,” their day jobs. And as an organization, we could Monday, lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday, and In Yonkers, the fi rst local nonprofi t that will said Julie-Anne Selvey, vice president of Mind- not be more proud to make a positive impact on appetizers and dinner on Thursday. receive a donation will be Groundwork Hudson spark Brand. “For 16 years, giving back to the the Yonkers community.” Parents are in for a special treat on the last Valley. day; when they come to pick up their students on The line-up for Summer Kids Camp is as fol- Friday, they will fi nd that their children have pre- lows: pared lunch from a menu they created themselves. “The Land Before Time,” June 29 to July 2 Week 1 of “Cook with Chefs” for ages 10 and “Despicable Me,” July 6 to 9 older will take from June 29 to July 3. Hours are “Charlotte’s Web,” July 13 to 16 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon, “Muppets Most Wanted,” July 20 to 23 and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost is “Mary Poppins,” July 27 to 30 $320. “How To Train Your Dragon 2,” Aug. 3 to 6 Week 2 will take place July 6 to 10; same “Kung Fu Panda 2,” Aug. 17 to 20 time, same cost. “The Parent Trap,” Aug. 24 to 27 A “Camp Mini” for ages 7 to 9 will take place “Chicken Run,” Aug. 31 to Sept. 3 from Aug. 3 to 7, Monday through Friday from 9 Join the Alamo Drafthouse Family Facebook a.m. to noon. The cost is $275. page to keep up with all the family events at the For more information, visit cookingwithm- cinema – www.facebook.com/AlamoDrafthouse- sangela.com. Family. *** Kids Camp screenings are open to ages 3 and The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema on Central up; no infants (parents can check out Baby Day Park Avenue in Yonkers will host its annual Sum- screenings, instead). All children must be accom- mer Kids Camp screenings – programmed specifi - panied by an adult. The regular no talking policy cally for families and priced for all, with a mix of is still in effect, so noisy families may be asked new favorites and classic kid-friendly fi lms. to leave.

Westchester County Parks and Westchester County Parks and the American-Irish Association of Westchester County the American-Irish Association of Westchester County proudly present the original proudly present the original IRISH IRISH HERITAGE DAY HERITAGE DAY Sunday, June 28, 2015 Sunday, June 28, 2015 1 p.m to 6 p.m. 1 p.m to 6 p.m. Mass at 12 Noon Mass at 12 Noon Ridge Road Park • Hartsdale, New York Ridge Road Park • Hartsdale, New York Rain or Shine Rain or Shine

Keep the tradition alive! Keep the tradition alive! OUR ENTERTAINMENT WILL INCLUDE OUR ENTERTAINMENT WILL INCLUDE

Tara Gold Band • Ian Gallagher • McLean Avenue Band Tara Gold Band • Ian Gallagher • McLean Avenue Band Bag Pipe Band Performance • Deirdre O'Mara School of Irish Dancers • Fit Mobile Bag Pipe Band Performance • Deirdre O'Mara School of Irish Dancers • Fit Mobile Activities and Games for Children Activities and Games for Children

Food and Beverages available for purchase. Food and Beverages available for purchase. Shop a variety of vendors offering goods and services. Shop a variety of vendors offering goods and services.

Admission $5 per adult • Children under 14 free • AMPLE PARKING AVAILABLE Admission $5 per adult • Children under 14 free • AMPLE PARKING AVAILABLE Please bring your own blankets and chairs • PLEASE - NO COOLERS Please bring your own blankets and chairs • PLEASE - NO COOLERS

For further information, visit: www.aiawestchester.com or call (914) 439-5773 For further information, visit: www.aiawestchester.com or call (914) 439-5773

Directions to Ridge Road Park: Directions to Ridge Road Park: Sprain Brook Parkway to Greenburgh/Ardsley exit. Turn left at end of ramp Sprain Brook Parkway to Greenburgh/Ardsley exit. Turn left at end of ramp and follow to West Hartsdale Avenue. Turn right. Follow to Ridge Road; and follow to West Hartsdale Avenue. Turn right. Follow to Ridge Road; turn right onto Ridge Road. Follow up hill for approximately 1.5 miles to entrance on right. turn right onto Ridge Road. Follow up hill for approximately 1.5 miles to entrance on right.

American-Irish Association of Westchester County American-Irish Association of Westchester County Catherine Marshall, President • Carol Daly, Chairman of the Board Catherine Marshall, President • Carol Daly, Chairman of the Board