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Islanders Recognized for “Spying on Cancer Cells” By KAREN NANI The City Island husband-and wife sci- entist team Drs. John Condeelis and Joan Jones are working hard to track the spread of cells in breast cancer patients. John’s “espionage work” was recognized in Feb- ruary 2016 by the director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Joan’s work may soon help determine metastatic (spreading) risk among patients with breast cancer. John and Joan have lived on Horton Street for 30 years and work at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine nearby in the Bronx. Their short commute from City Is- land every day brings them to their work on Morris Park Avenue. Joan is a professor of pathology, structural biology and popu- Longtime Horton Street residents Drs. John Condeelis and Joan Jones (photo left), researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, are dedicated to tracking the lation health at Einstein, as well as an at- spread of cells in breast cancer patients. They share a love of science, as well as boat- tending pathologist at Montefiore Medical ing, and often take friends around City Island in their Command Boat (photo above). Center. John has a PhD in biophysics and is professor of anatomy and structural biol- leads a team of pathologists who apply John and Joan have many friends on ogy. He is also the Scientific Director of the imaging observations in living rodents to City Island who wish them fair winds and Analytical Imaging Facility at Einstein. identify markers in human breast biopsy continued success in their collaborations in John’s special research interests are in specimens. cancer research. optical physics, cancer biology and mouse test is based on what Einstein researchers models of cancer. He and his collaborators learned from biological processes deep developed the multiphoton imaging tech- within the tissues of a living animal. Using nology and animal models used to identify this technology, we determined how breast The New City Island Bridge— invasion in mammary tumors. Imaging of cancer tumor cells spread in rodents.” live breast tumors at single cell resolution Her colleague Thomas Rohan, MD, Caught on Camera reveals how tumor cells spread. PhD, explains the important implications By BARBARA DOLENSEK This led to what NIH director, Dr. for all women who have been diagnosed Francis Collins, called a “cool video” that with breast cancer. “Tests assessing meta- was featured at the American Society for static risk can help doctors identify which Cell Biology’s 2015 Celldance video series patients should receive aggressive therapy (note the word play on the popular Sun- and which patients should be spared.” dance Film Festival), produced by MD/ To measure the test’s effectiveness, the PhD student Edison Leung and research researchers used it on about 500 breast tu- fellow Allison Harney in John’s lab. You mor specimens that had been collected over a 20-year period. The test proved more ac- can watch the video at http://directorsblog. curate in predicting the risk of distant tu- nih.gov/2016/02/04/cool-videos-spying- mor spread than a test closely resembling on-cancer-cell-invasion/#more-5730. You don’t have to have a medical or the leading breast cancer prognostic indi- biology degree to find the video fascinat- cator on the market. ing. Dr. Collins describes it this way: “If So how did these two dedicated can- you’re a fan of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ cer researchers come to City Island? Joan spy thrillers, here’s a potentially life-saving told The Current, “We met at Einstein. Our mission that [Ethan Hunt’s] force has yet first date was at Artie’s Restaurant.” They to undertake: spying on cancer cells. Nev- then discovered that they both had an inter- er fear—some scientific sleuths already est in living on City Island because of their have!” common love of sailing. Once they became James and Tommy Breen have been film- Joan’s clinical work is in the final stag- a couple, they moved to Schofield Street, ing the City Island Bridge construction es of commercial development as a clinical then Fordham Street, and finally settled on for three years and posting the videos test for metastatic risk in breast cancer. The Horton Street. They miss their longtime on their Facebook page, The New City Island Bridge. James poses in front of reality of this disease remains staggering. Horton Street neighbors who have passed on, including Skippy Lane, Ducky and the bridge with his drone camera, which According to the National Cancer Insti- has produced some amazing aerial views tute, 232,340 American women developed Lorraine Rauhauser and Oliver Sacks, an- other dedicated medical researcher. (top photo), and Tommy stands in front of breast cancer last year, and 39,620 women the soon-to-be-no-more Welcome to City John and Joan hosted many memo- died from the disease. It is the most com- Island sign (bottom photo). mon cancer among women in the United rable beach parties on the Horton Street On January 3, 2015, a new page ap- States. Death from breast cancer is mainly beach and took neighbors for cruises peared on Facebook featuring a photograph caused by distant metastasis, when cancer around City Island on the Command Boat, of the holiday wreaths attached to the signs cells in the primary tumor invade blood an abandoned 28-foot Thompson that had on the City Island Bridge. As still photo- vessels and travel via the bloodstream to washed ashore and was refurbished under graphs were augmented by video footage, form tumors elsewhere in the body. the mentorship of Skippy Lane. They were “The New City Island Bridge” page became “Currently marketed tests assess risk members of the Morris Yacht Club for 26 increasingly popular and now claims more for breast cancer metastasis by looking for years and are now in a slip at the South than 1,200 followers and tens of thousands changes in gene expression or in levels of Minneford Yacht Club. of views from people all over the world. proteins associated with growth of tumor Thankfully for many of us who donate, The creator of the page, and of the vid- cells,” said Joan. “But those changes don’t pray and walk for a cure for cancer, Joan eos and photographs that make it so popular, reflect the mechanism by which individual and John continue to dedicate themselves is James Breen, 37, along with his brother, tumor cells invade blood vessels, a neces- tirelessly. John has authored more than 290 Tommy, 32, both of whom grew up on City sary step for metastasis. By contrast, our scientific papers on various aspects of cell and cancer biology and biophysics. Joan Island. James followed his father into the Continued on page 14 Page Two The Island Current March 2016

PRE-K APPLICATIONS OPEN. All children born in 2012 are eligible briefly... to attend free, full-day, high-quality pre-Kindergarten in the fall, where they will learn to MANOR CLUB FUNDRAISER called “Broadway on the Esplanade II,” featuring solve problems, ask questions and work together. The Pre-K application deadline is Friday, singer Natalie Douglas, will be held on Saturday, March 5, at 8 p.m. in the club’s theater at 1023 March 4. Apply in one of three ways: online at schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/PreK, Espanade in Pelham Manor. Natalie is an acclaimed vocalist who has been widely admired for her or call 718-935-2067 or e-mail [email protected]. unique mix of jazz, blues, standards, pop, folk and country music. Tickets are $100, which includes the show and a reception with an open bar and elegant edibles; $70 of the ticket price is tax- deductible. Call The Manor Club at 914-738-1528 or e-mail [email protected]. off-Island female reported an act of petit P.S. 175 NEEDS YOUR HELP! When the walls were built on the second 45 BLOTTER larceny. She told police that her vehicle floor to create the library, they did not receive funding for books, so the school has started a had been towed away because both license campaign to raise money for the cause. Please visit https://www.gofundme.com/PS175CityIs- plates had been removed without her per- mission while the car had been parked for land.and show your support by making a donation. And share this campaign with friends and Complaints reported from City Is- several days. family on Facebook and Twitter. land to the 45th Precinct during Janu- 2/9 – Police are investigating a burglary ary and February 2015. Unfounded at a commercial establishment on City Is- THE 45th PRECINCT COMMUNITY COUNCIL will honor Islander complaints are not included in the list. Brenda Prohaska this year at its annual breakfast, which will be held on Wednesday, May 11, from land Avenue at 4:30 a.m. Unknown persons 1 – CRIMINAL MISCHIEF entered through a side door and removed 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Villa Barone Manor, 737 Throggs Neck Expressway. Other honorees include 1 – BURGLARY Archbishop Angel Rosario (Church of God’s Children, CEO Bronx Clergy Task Force), Lynn U.S. currency from an ATM and a cash reg- 1 – HARASSMENT ister. Gerbino (Throggs Neck community activist), Hanna Acampora (Westchester Square community 1 – AGGRAVATED HARASSMENT activist), Father Grippo of St. Theresa Church, and Al Carena (Country Club community activist). 2/10 – An Island male resident of Pell 1 – GRAFFITI VANDALISM Place reported an incident of aggravated ha- To make a reservation, send a check for $15 payable to the 45th Precinct Community Council to 2 – PETIT LARCENY Annie Boller, c/o Abalon, 717 South 3rd Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550. For information call: rassment at 12:15 p.m. He told police that Robert Bieder at 718-828-4400 or Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, ext. 3409. Police provided details on the follow- he received a threatening phone call from ing arrests and incidents for the period an unknown number. 2/12 – Police from the 45th Precinct ar- ANNUAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH will be the subject of a from Jan. 20 to Feb. 20, 2016. rested an Island male, 24, and charged him gathering sponsored by the Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr. at Scavello’s on the 1/30 – A female Islander reported an with petit larceny at 2 a.m. The victim stat- Island, 101 City Island Avenue, on Thursday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The featured incident of criminal mischief at 4:40 p.m. ed that the defendant entered a commercial speaker will be Coline Jenkins, a great great-granddaughter of Elizabeth Cady Stanton; she The victim stated that she parked her ve- establishment on City Island Avenue and will devote part of her talk to Anne Hutchinson as 2016 marks Hutchinson’s 425th birthday. hicle on Belden Street and returned to find removed merchandise without paying. Admission is free; lunch will be served, RSVP is required. Please call 718-590-3522. the rear driver side tire slashed. A male per- petrator was observed leaving the scene. 2/17 – Officer Malafronte, Graffiti ST. MARY, STAR OF THE SEA TOWN HALL MEETING 2/2 – At 2:45 p.m. on Carroll Street, Coordinator at the 45th Precinct, reported will be held in the church on Sunday, March 6, at 12 noon, to address issues about the current an Island male told police that he had been graffiti vandalism on a seawall on City status of the church and its future, and to answer any questions people may have regarding the verbally threatened by an Island female in Island Avenue. The tag is under investiga- parish. Everyone is invited to attend this important meeting. an act of harassment. tion and the graffiti has been scheduled for 2/7 – On Carroll Street at 4 p.m., an cleaning. EASTER EGG HUNT at Grace Episcopal Church, 116 City Island Avenue at Pilot Street, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 26. All ages are invited.

ST. PAUL’S CHURCH will host an event on Thursday, March 3, 2016, that will feature a speaker who will explore the relationship between the Puritan rebel Anne Hutchin- son, the Dutch commercial colony of New Netherland and the local Lenape Indians in the area near the church during the 1640s. The event will be free; the church is located at 897 South Columbus Avenue in Mount Vernon.

“The Diary of Anne Frank” will be presented by the City Island Theater Group on the first two weekends in March: Friday and Saturday, March 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 6 and 13, at 3 p.m. On March 6, after the matinee performance of the play, written by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett and adapted by Wendy Kesselman, the audience is invited to join a discussion group on the relevance of Anne Frank then and now, led by Rabbi David Markus of Temple Beth-El on City Island and Donna Torres, a public school English teacher who specializes in Holocaust literature. There will be a champagne reception for members of the audience and cast after the opening night production on Friday, March 4. All performances will be at Grace Hall, 116 City Island Avenue. For tickets call 718-885-3066 or e-mail tickets@cityis- landtheatergroup.com. Tickets may also be purchased on line at www.cityislandtheatergroup.com. A CRUISING SEMINAR will be presented by Maria Caruso at the City Island Yacht Club, 63 Pilot Street, on Thursday, March 31, together with Greg Fraher of SeaDream Yacht Cruises and Elyse Reilly of Uniworld River Cruises. Cocktails at 7 p.m., followed by a 30-minute presentation with a video and slide show and a question-and-answer period. All are invited, and those who attend will receive discount certificates to be used toward a cruise if booked with Maria within two weeks of the event. Please RSVP to maria.caruso@frosch. com. or call 917-797-4524 by March 17. CITY ISLAND THEATER GROUP AUDITIONS for “Love, Sex and the IRS,” written by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore and directed by Joe Burck, will be AUTO DETAILING - SAT. & SUN. ONLY Friday, March 18, at 7:45 p.m. and Saturday, March 19, at 2:30 p.m. at Grace Hall. Production dates are May 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22. “Love, Sex and the IRS” is a comedy about two out-of- work musicians living in New York City. In an effort to save money, Jon has filed their income tax returns as a married couple. Leslie, his roommate, is unaware of this until the IRS informs the “couple” that they are being audited and that an agent will be visiting their apartment.

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neglect. cess to Hart Island. She worries that City Council Hearing Held The Department of Corrections, the Island would suffer from excessive traf- Medical Examiner’s Office and the Depart- fic and insufficient parking should access ment of Parks sent representatives to the continue through the Fordham Street dock. about Hart Island hearing to object to the transfer of jurisdic- By BARBARA DOLENSEK Her concern was also expressed by Coun- tion. Carleen McLaughlin of DOC claimed cilman James Vacca, a cosponsor of the that the department was happy to perform bill, although Councilman Levine pointed the burial duties on the island, although out that there was no plan to make Hart Is- Ms. Crowley was quick to question her land a recreational facility and that Parks budget for the burials as understated. She has jurisdiction over a number of islands noted that DOC has many problems with where there is little or no public access at Riker’s Island and that Hart Island drained all. personnel that could undoubtedly be better Barbara Dolensek and John Doyle used elsewhere in the system. spoke on behalf of the City Island Civic When questioned about the condi- Association, which has voted to support the tion of the landscape as a result of recent transfer of jurisdiction, largely because its storms, Ms. McLaughlin announced, to the designation as parkland would protect Hart committee’s surprise, that FEMA had allo- Island from inappropriate development by cated some $14 million toward restoration New York City. During the 1970s and ‘80s, of the island. the island was proposed as the location for Matt Drury, representing Parks, was an incinerator, a power plant and a home- quick to point out that the department is less shelter and was actually used as a drug not equipped to manage a cemetery and rehab facility and a prison. had insufficient funds to take on the re- Ms. Dolensek, also an officer of the sponsibility. To this Ms. Crowley and Mark City Island Historical Society, expressed Levine, a cosponsor of the bill and chair of concern that one of the city’s most inter- the Council’s Parks Committee, responded esting historical sites was being allowed that the city would be obligated to cover to deteriorate without appropriate supervi- costs involved in managing the island and sion and care. Mr. Doyle suggested that if in carrying out the burial services. the legislation passes, an ad-hoc commit- Melinda Hunt, founder and president of tee of City Island stakeholders (supporters the Hart Island Project, which has worked and opponents alike) should be assembled for several years to gain access for rela- to work out operational issues with Parks. tives, to find lost records and to move for Also discussed were alternative sites for the transfer of jurisdiction, spoke in favor launching boats to Hart Island, which City of the transfer, along with one of the rela- Islanders would definitely support. tives who was part of the lawsuit against Before the bill can go for a vote to the DOC. Along with other testifiers, they ex- City Council, it must be passed by both the pressed deep concern that a cemetery was Criminal Justice and Parks committees. As being administered as a prison without suf- of press time, 24 of the 50 members of the ficient respect for the deceased. Council currently support the bill, as do Cathy Cebek, a City Island resident, the City Island Chamber of Commerce and gave testimony expressing the concerns of Community Board 10. Photos by BEATRICE SHANDLEY many Island residents regarding public ac- The transfer of jurisdiction of Hart Island from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Parks and Recreation is being debated and a hearing was held in Janu- ary 2016. In a historical note, there are two current City Islanders who actually lived on Hart Island! Anna Shandley and Rosetta Shandley Woods were residents of Hart Island “Janet’s Law” May Become for four years in the early 1950s, when their father, Francis Shandley, was employed by the New York City Department of Welfare. Rosetta and Anna shuttled back and forth by a Reality ferry from the same dock that exists now on Fordham Street (top photo) and are shown By KAREN NANI in front of their house on Hart Island (bottom photo). One year ago this month, longtime Is- On Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016, mem- to bury the bodies of unidentified or indi- lander Janet Hickey died tragically after the bers of the City Island community testified gent New Yorkers. ambulance transporting her between hospi- at a public hearing held by the City Coun- Although the island has been used as tals crashed. Since then her husband, John cil regarding a bill introduced by Council- a prison since the 1860s, it was always ac- Kuchta, and her brother Jay Hickey have woman Elizabeth Crowley that would, if cessible to the public, but the DOC closed been working to prevent accidents like the approved, transfer jurisdiction of nearby it in the mid-1880s and refused to allow one that claimed her life. Hart Island from the Department of Cor- visitors without special permits. Even Janet was a well-liked clam digger rections (DOC) to the Department of Parks those who wished to visit the graves of who attended St. Mary, Star of the Sea’s el- and Recreation (Parks). relatives were never allowed to access the ementary school, became an accomplished Hart Island is the location of New actual gravesites until a recent lawsuit filed equestrian and eventually worked for many York City’s only potter’s field, and nearly by the New York Civil Liberties Union years at Artie’s Restaurant on City Island one million people have been buried there overturned that rule. Nevertheless, access Avenue. Family and friends have had a dif- since the city took possession of the island is still limited to those who obtain special ficult time recovering from the series of in 1864. Also on the island are a number permission, and no one is allowed to take events that led to Janet’s death. of historic buildings, now in poor condi- their cell phones or cameras to the island. She had undergone successful brain tion, as well as remnants of a Nike missile In addition, DOC jurisdiction has allowed surgery on Feb. 24, 2015, at New York- site and a ferry dock, the only access point, the island’s buildings and landscape to suf- Presbyterian Hospital in which doctors re- which the DOC uses to transport prisoners fer considerable damage from storms and moved 99 percent of a benign tumor behind her ear. On March 4, an ambulance was tak- Janet Hickey ing her to Phelps Memorial Hospital, where view in February of this year. “Meanwhile, When You Work with Me to Buy or Sell, she was scheduled to spend a week in rehab Janet’s brother Jay and I met with Senator working to regain her walking skills. Jeff Klein and talked about a law requiring You are Working with the BEST! According to her older brother, Jimmy, better training and certification for ambu- “She was alert and doing great.” Police said lance drivers. If it passes, it could be known the 19-year-old driver somehow lost control as Janet’s Law.” of the ambulance, slamming into a pole on Senator Klein acknowledged his in- Route 9 in Sleepy Hollow. According to her volvement and told The Current, “We are family, the teen driver allegedly failed to currently researching the best legislative 2015 2014Centurion International President’s ProducerDiamond & & properly strap her into the stretcher. remedy to put in place so families can avoid QualityPinnacle service Pinnacle Quality Producer Service AwardsAwards Janet was declared brain dead two days the tragic and senseless death and pain that later, and she was taken off life support on Janet and her family had to endure. We look March 9 at the age of 60. forward to working with Janet’s family to Her husband, John, told The Current, introduce this legislation in the coming “everyone loved being with Janet, and we weeks and pass it in both houses of the state all miss her very much. Everything has legislature.” I have been chosen as a been upside down since then.” John still Co-workers from Artie’s Restaurant, 2015 Five Star Real Estate lives on City Island and explained that there where Janet worked for 20 years, still miss Agent Award Winner. Less than 5% of agents has been a lot of red tape since her passing her. Manager Laura Vandenberge expressed receive this award From and that lawyers are involved. the feelings of many, saying “I can’t believe Westchester Magazine. “There is legal action pending that I it’s a year since she has been gone. Many can’t talk about,” he explained in an inter- still expect to see her behind the bar when they walk through the door of Artie’s.” Page Four The Island Current March 2016

into account by those mostly non-Island An Editorial Column Film Frustrations A Thousand Points of Light club members who will be making the To the Editor: Although it was not planned in advance, this issue of The Island Current contains a decisions here. Not mentioned are the number of stories about Island volunteers, and in putting the paper together we realized many expensive issues with the building, I just tried emailing the Mayor’s how many people there are here who contribute to the community in which we live. We bulkhead, docks, floats, etc. that will have office and 311 with no luck to complain are well aware of the parents who devote their energy to coaching Little League and St. to be addressed. As many of our hard- about the filming that took place on Feb. Mary’s Basketball or organizing the various scout troops and the PTA, and we know earned tax dollars will have to be spent, I 3. I was very aggravated to be told to move my car at 8 p.m. the night before the that The Island Current itself—along with the Nautical Museum, the Community Center think we must be careful. and the City Island Theater Group—is staffed entirely by volunteers. But there are many I do not believe the proposed bar or filming only to find that the cones were other residents who give their time and energy to programs on and off the Island yet restaurant concessions will be viable if not put down until 10 a.m. the next morn- are rarely celebrated in print. We don’t have the space, nor would it be appropriate, to they are limited to the proposed mem- ing. Then I found that one of the crew list everyone we know who donates time and effort to organizations in need, but we can bership cap. At the present time, non- (not an actor) had parked his car right encourage all of our readers to think about what it is they do for the community and what members are allowed access to the dining in front of my house. So basically they their neighbors might be doing without our even being aware of it. facilities at the other clubs, and they do are using our streets for parking for their offer catering services to non-members. crew. That’s not right; they should take to the community that since the city is Perhaps this can be done, with careful public transportation. At least six blocks responsible for these pieces, many of planning to assure on-site parking. were affected. When I tried to pick up which are corroded, there would be seri- A better restriction on the general kids at school, I had to park three blocks ous liability issues if they were placed public’s launching of small boats would be away. Some parents actually triple parked, where people could climb on them or if to allow only oar, paddle and human bal- which caused a dangerous situation. pieces were sold to the general public. lasted sail craft under 12 feet. This would Fran Browning We do know that DOT is planning to include most small boats. I do not think incorporate stones from the bridge in the new design for the Legion Triangle, and undecked canoes are suitable for our often that the Nautical Museum has offered turbulent waters. We welcome letters and opinions. Letters longer than to accept small pieces that can be safely Years ago the club took over the west 250 words will be edited, with every effort made to preserve their substance. We reserve the right not to stored inside. In the meantime, DOT is end of Centre Street and incorporated it print letters that are copies, libelous, inaccurate or in planning to store all of the bridge parts into its property. As compensation, Centre bad taste, or those that cannot be verified. Include your phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, and will make a decision after the new Street residents have always enjoyed free but names will be withheld upon request. bridge is completed. access to the yard and docks of the club, which has allowed us to enjoy the spec- 914-473-1447 Saving the Spires Questioning SYC’s Future tacular sunsets there. May we have some To the Editor: assurance that this will continue? To the Editor: I had a few thoughts about saving Leonard C. Smith parts of the City Island Bridge as remind- I am a long-term resident of Centre ers of its more than 100 years of service Street and have concerns about the future to our community. Perhaps the finials of the Stuyvesant Yacht Club. I am writing atop the highest part of the bridge could in response to the article in the December be used to flank the stairs at the entrance issue of your good paper. In it we learn to the City Island Museum. The sections that any recommendations made by the of the iron fence on each side of the walk- Island community need not to be taken way could be removed and sold to Island residents with the proceeds going to the museum or other worthwhile causes on City Island. Small pieces could be cut from the structural steel and also be sold for the same purpose. Finally, thanks for taking the time to read this letter and keep up the good work at The Current. Vincent J. Ventura Editor’s note: The Department of Transportation (DOT) has made it clear March 2016 The Island Current Page Five Islander Planning a Run for City Council By KAREN NANI “Don’t make any political figure the half of City Island while on Senator Klein’s rock your church is built on; make it about staff. “We obtained a new van for Pilot Cove a cause.” Islander John Doyle learned this Manor, led the construction and renovation lesson early on in his career, and he is now of the park at Belden Point at the south end thinking about taking the causes he cares of City Island (see photo), and helped local about to the New York City Council. businesses such as Bistro SK obtain their li- John has been active in local politics for quor licenses.” years, having worked for New York State As the youngest member of the Civic Senator Jeff Klein and serving as an officer Association’s executive committee, John of the City Island Civic Association. Now he has worked hard on various community is- has begun a fundraising campaign to become sues, such as extending the BX29 bus service a Democratic candidate for City Council in hours, fighting City Hall when the fire house 2017. was threatened, helping bring universal pre- “I am exploring this run for office, but kindergarten to the old St. Mary’s school I haven’t finalized the decision yet,” he told building, and, of course, working with Bar- The Current. He is very encouraged by the bara Dolensek to persuade the Department of success of his first fundraiser held at the Transportation to modify plans for the new DA Beach Club in the Bronx, which raised City Island Bridge. $23,000 from 250 contributors. In fact, his John has also been active on Governor campaign was recognized by the NYC Cam- Andrew Cuomo’s New York Rising East paign Finance Board for having the most Bronx Waterfront Planning Committee and small-dollar donations citywide. has worked to allocate some of the Hurricane John’s grass-roots movement is based on Sandy funds to City Island. In addition, he the solid blue-collar wisdom he gained from has served as Sergeant-at-Arms on the 45th his parents, Jim and Teresa, who moved to Precinct Community Council. City Island from Pelham Bay in 1991 when So why run for City Council? “I want to John was in the first grade. Jim is an operat- change the trust of those in public office,” he ing engineer, and Teri worked at Jacobi as a told The Current. He is aware that many poli- respiratory therapist. He has two sisters, Cait- ticians have violated the public trust, includ- lin and Julia, and one brother, Jimmy. ing Assemblyman Sheldon Silver, State Sen- “My mother is very resilient and has ator Dean Skelos and former governor Eliot always looked for opportunities for her chil- Spitzer, among others. The theme of John’s dren to be well rounded. Dad gave me advice campaign is “Together we can shake up the that has helped me so far in politics: ‘You system!” never need another enemy; you always need “It’s important that someone from City another friend.’” Island who can deliver tangible progress be John attended P.S. 175, where his first sent down to City Hall.” He explained that the teacher was Mrs. Miriam Kleinberg, who job of a New York City Council Member is passed away in January this year. He went to threefold: to advocate for the community and high school at Fordham Prep in the Bronx and bring grievances to the forefront, to appropri- then to Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New ate funds for the community and to democra- York. He majored in history and political sci- tize the process through legislation. Islander John Doyle (top photo, center with his parents, Teri and Jim) has begun a fund- ence in college and feels he was lucky to find John noted that City Island has had an raising campaign to become a Democratic candidate for New York City Council in 2017. a job in politics after graduating in 2007. excellent supporter in Jimmy Vacca, who John is an active volunteer on City Island and serves as an officer of the City Island “I was fortunate to have been a part of is retiring from the City Council after 12 Civic Association. One of the projects he has supported is the renovation of the park at Senator Klein’s staff for five years. I worked years, because of term limits. “Like Jimmy, Belden Point at the south end of the Island (bottom photo). my way up the ranks and dealt with every I would represent all the communities in the type of community issue in the east Bronx. East Bronx, including Throggs Neck, Coun- competition for the Council spot from the access to the graves of loved ones buried in Luckily, the senator’s district overlaps with try Club, Morris Park, Van Nest, Westches- East Bronx and that he must continue fund- the potters’ field on Hart Island. He under- the City Council district, so I am just re- ter Square, Allerton, Pelham Bay, Edgewater raising before he finally throws his hat in the stands the concerns of Islanders who worry introducing myself to the constituents in the and Silver Beach, along with City Island, of ring. His next fundraiser will probably be on that eventually the transfer might result in district.” course.” City Island in late April. If he decides to run, more traffic and visitors who might want to He is proud of the work he did on be- John acknowledges that he will have the first hurdle is the September Democratic go by ferry to Hart Island for recreation. primary this year, followed by the election in “I hear the concerns, but I feel we as a 2017. There are 51 members of the New York community have to look 20 to 30 years down City Council (not all up for election in 2017), the road and come up with a plan for Hart and each member currently earns $148,500 Island we can live with and support.” He is per year. concerned that the city is poised to do some- His political ambitions are also tempered thing with the island, and he feels that the with the reality that not everyone always Parks Department option is the most accept- agrees with his positions. For example, he ac- able compared to some other possibilities. knowledged the differences among Islanders “I think we can develop a common-sense regarding the plan to transfer jurisdiction of approach to access to Hart Island that doesn’t Hart Island from the Department of Correc- have a negative impact on City Island.” tions to the Parks Department (see article this John hopes to bring his common-sense issue). approach to the New York City Council, and “I believe in transparency in government, he is very grateful to the many City Island- but I also know it’s easier to oppose than to ers and other Bronxites who have supported propose.” John supports the transfer to Parks, his campaign so far. To learn more about his first and foremost so that there is increased campaign, go to his website johndoyle.nyc.

Island Vet Featured in Film “Died on the Fourth of July” is a short War II Ardennes American Cemetery in Bel- film made by Christian McGuire about an gium. Robert Leupp is one of 405,399 Amer- American soldier named Robert Leupp Jr., icans who sacrificed their lives during World who died in France during World War II War II. when he stepped on a land mine on July 4, The film can be viewed on Youtube (www. 1944. youtube.com/watch?v=mdr133WrvxA). Robert Leupp was born on City Island Robert Leupp Jr. can also be found in the 1-5 p.m. and served in the 315th Infantry Regiment, registry on the website www.wwiimemorial. March 19 79th Infantry Division, as a U.S. Army Pri- com. vate First Class. The film by Mr. McGuire, April 10 This is Christian McGuire’s first film. who also has roots on City Island, was in- Educated in Europe, he has earned a master’s CITY ISLAND RESIDENTS WELCOME! spired by a letter written in 1998 by Helen degree in film directing and worked exten- Leupp, who told the story of her brother-in- sively in live television broadcasting on four law “Robby,” a hero who rests in peace amid continents for Alfacam, a Belgian company perfectly aligned headstones in the World specialized in multi-camera productions. Page Six The Island Current March 2016

18 years old. Friday, March 11, 3 p.m. take place on Saturday, March 12, from 10 After-School Lounge: Come to a.m. to 1 p.m. Light breakfast available. the library after school for studying Please bring gloves and wear boots. Rain and a chance to unwind. Every Mon- date Sunday, March 13. Registration re- day through Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. quested. Free. Friday After-School Activities: 3 Smithsonian Museum Day Live! Satur- p.m. March 4: Women’s History Letter day, March 12, 12 to 4 p.m., with special (The kids will write a letter describ- guided tours at 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15 ing any important woman in their life, p.m. Celebrate Women’s History Month and we can retype them and make with a special guided tour focusing on the them into a display.); March 18: Agar. social roles of women in the 19th century io Competition; March 25: Wii and and the women who challenged them. Free. Board Games. Winter Chamber Music Concert on Every Wednes- Bartow-Pell Events Sunday, March 13, 4:30 p.m. will feature Homework Help: Saturday, March 5, 11:30 a.m.–3:30 day, from 3 to 5 p.m. John Konrath the trio Broadwood Junction—Sarah Stone, p.m. Pysanky Workshop. Learn the time- will be available to assist students Francis Liu, and Patrick Jones—all gradu- honored art of creating intricately patterned with basic tutoring. There will be two ates of the Juilliard program in historical Ukrainian Easter eggs, and make your own one-hour sessions; each with a limit of performance; they will perform Haydn, using a wax-resist technique at this hands- four students. Registration in person is Beethoven, George Onslow, and more ac- on workshop. Hot wax and permanent dyes required. companied by an 1810 Broadwood square used; please dress accordingly. Ages 14 piano. Tickets may be purchased online at and older. Bring a bag lunch, as only light MARCH ADULT PROGRAMS or at the door. Cost $20. Regis- refreshments are offered. Registration re- bpmm.org Louise Del Giudice of Century 21 NEW PSS Circle of Care: Care- tration requested. quired. Cost $20; members $15. recently earned the firm’s Centurion Pro- givers Support Group: Please join us Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March March Lecture Series: The Garden ducer Award following her sales success for our new Circle of Care Lounge, 19, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children 2–12 Resurgent. Celebrating the centennial of in 2015. According to Anthony Marciano a six-week support group for family hunt for eggs, tap their talent at arts and the formal garden this year, BPMM pres- of Century 21, “Louise is a leader and caregivers. Participants will share tips, crafts tables and have photos taken with the ents a series of talks about historic local innovator in delivering powerful home ideas and challenges, while offering Easter Bunny. Light refreshments offered. gardens of the early 20th century that have buying and selling choices to her clients each other encouragement. Monday, Please bring your own basket. Tickets may undergone a renaissance in recent years. because she knows the community she March 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 1 to 2:30 be purchased in advance at . Reg- Registration requested. Cost $10 adults; bpmm.org serves.” She has been an independent p.m. istration required. Cost $15 children 2–12; $8 seniors and students; members free. sales affiliate of the Century 21 system for Afternoon Computer Lab: These member children $10. Rain date Sunday, Thursday, March 10, 7:30 p.m. landscape 10 years. sessions will be geared toward adult March 20, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Free parking historian Joseph Disponzio will discuss the students who have already learned the across the street in rear of Pelham Bay/Split sunken garden at Bartow-Pell, the Interna- basics, and are ready to begin tackling Rock Golf Course parking lot. tional Garden Club that created it, and the more specific questions. Every Thurs- Member Morning: Exhibition Tour and remarkable journal the club published from day from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Pastries in the Parlor on Friday, March 25, 1914 to 1918. On Thursday, March 17, 7:30 Island Writers–Creative Writ- 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sarah Pickman, co-cura- p.m. Sofia Blanchard will tell the story of ing Group. This is a group for all who tor of the current exhibition “Gilded Age Greenwood Gardens in New Jersey and its are interested in writing professionally Glamour: Fashions from the Bartow-Pell remarkable transition from private to be- or personally. Come check us out. It’s Collection,” will give an in-depth look into loved public garden. On Thursday, March free and special! Meets every Tuesday fashion of the late 19th century through the 24, 7:30 p.m., Stephen Byrns, founder and at 1 p.m. clothing on display. She will also discuss PROGRAMS AT THE president of the Untermyer Gardens Con- Computer Q & A: Tuesday morn- the process of researching historic gar- CITY ISLAND LIBRARY servancy, discusses the revival of this ex- ings are all about the basics: “How do ments, including tips for dating and caring 718-885-1703 traordinary walled Persian garden in Yon- I turn a computer on?” “How do I use for your own family heirlooms. Free for Our hours are: Monday and kers. a mouse?” “How do I get on the Inter- members. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Volunteer Garden Clean-Up Day will Tuesday and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to net?” If you have asked yourself any of 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, these questions, then we can help you! 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Every Tuesday from 10 to 12 p.m. Résumé Writing Workshop and MARCH CHILDREN’S Online Job Search: Designed to PROGRAMS assist in creating a new or updated Designing A Dream City: If resumé. Topics include cover letters you could create your own city, what and resources for job opportunities. would it have? Would there be a play- A flash drive is required to save your ground? How would you get from work. Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. place to place? Where would you to 12 noon. live? Let your imagination run wild One-On-One: Computer and and create your very own city in this Tablet Assistance. Stop in or call to four-session workshop series using make an appointment for one hour of LEGO® bricks! Thursdays, March 3, personalized instruction that addresses 10 and 17, all at 3 p.m. your questions and concerns. Circle Time: Children from birth Saturday Afternoon Movies/ to 3 years old and their caregivers can Lectures: 1 p.m.: March 5: “Frida”; enjoy interactive stories, songs, and March 12: “Evita”; March 19: Wom- finger plays while spending time with en’s History Presentation: The Anne other toddlers in the neighborhood. Hutchison Year. Has a woman been There is a limit of 15 children and a positive role model in your life or their caregivers per session. Space are you a great woman with a story is limited on a first come / first serve to tell? Come on in to the City Island basis the day of the program. Every Library and share your stories. This Tuesday at 11 a.m. presentation, led by local historian Read & Play: Children from birth Toby Liederman, will be followed by to 3 years old and caregivers can take a documentary on Anne Hutchinson; part in wonderful stories, discover March 26: “Selma.” amazing toys, and meet new friends in Please check flyers or call in this fun, informal program. There is a advance in case of any unscheduled limit of 15 children and their caregiv- changes, additions or cancellations. ers per session. Space is limited on a For events in other branches, please first come / first serve basis the day of check our website at www.nypl.org. the program. Every Friday at 11 a.m. Craft-A-Way: Drop in and par- ticipate in creating projects related to a theme or holiday. Ages 1 through 4. March 18 from noon to 1 p.m. MrChimney.com MARCH TEEN and TWEEN PROGRAMS Cleaning & Repairs Ceremonial Origins of Salsa: This program presents instruments, music 718-329-3296 and lyrics used in the African, Taino 800-834-3155 and Spanish Catholic rituals that pro- vide a basis for salsa. Presented by Jose Obando. Recommended for ages 12 to March 2016 The Island Current Page Seven A Native Neighborhood Barber Returns to City Island By BILL STUTTIG

There has been a frenzy of filming on City Island in recent months. Several network The barbershop has returned to our neighborhood with the opening of City Island Cuts, and cable productions have used City owned and operated by clam digger Michael McMahon. Island locales as backdrops for their story lines, including the new Showtime The barbershop, once a key part of City at St. Mary’s and a member of the City Is- series “Billions” which airs on Sundays Island Avenue’s small storefront businesses land Little League. He recalls that “I always at 10 p.m. In February, members of the community with as many as three operat- loved cutting hair and I have always loved cast and crew used Artie’s Restaurant for ing here successfully several decades ago, City Island, so it is the ideal situation for a scene from Episode 7 which aired on returned to the Island’s central business me. I figured that cutting hair was some- Feb. 28. Shown above with Artie’s owner district in February with City Island Cuts, thing I could do the rest of my life. It is a Spiro Chagaris and manager Laura Van- denberge is the star of the show, Damian owned and operated by City Island native skill that will never get replaced by technol- Lewis (right), who plays billionaire Bobby Michael McMahon. ogy, and whether the economy is good or Axelrod. Although some businesses and Michael, known as “Mikey the Barber” bad everyone always needs a haircut.” churches have benefitted from all the to his friends and many regular customers, City Island Cuts caters almost exclu- filming activity, other residents have is actually moving his barber business from sively to men and offers haircuts, hot towel complained about too many days with Scarsdale, where he operated a barbershop shaves, eyebrow trimming, ear piercing and “No Parking” restrictions and the cones called the Brook Street Barbers for three facial massages. The barbershop is open that appear in advance of the filming (see years. from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. six days a week, but Letters to the Editor this issue). Among A licensed barber since 2004, Michael, Michael will do after-hour haircuts by spe- the other shows recently filmed on City now 32, said he first became interested in cial request. The telephone number at the Island are “Law and Order: SVU” (NBC), the profession by watching a close friend shop is 718-885-3850. “The Family” (ABC) and “Mysteries of cut hair at his barbershop. So he started “I love going to work every day and I Laura” (NBC). picking up a few tricks of the trade and be- love what I do,” the young barber says, but gan practicing on trusting friends and fam- he admits the job comes with its pressures. ily. “Hair styles are changing faster than ever, “It was just something that I loved and with the Internet there are a greater va- to do, and I took to it naturally,” Michael riety of styles that all barbers have to keep said. Shortly afterward, he enrolled at the up with. It is not like it was 40 years ago, American Barber Institute on West Side when every man basically walked around of Manhattan and took a six-month course with the same haircut. Now in today’s that prepared him for his test as a New York world, when somebody sees something dif- State certified and licensed barber. Michael ferent they want it fast, so we have to stay said he had to perform for the state regula- on top of that and learn how to do different tors several key barber functions, including haircuts.” a men’s haircut using only scissors, a hot He went on to explain that “loyalty is towel shave, a shampoo and a facial mas- a major part of this business. When people sage, all within 45 minutes. “It is all timed, find a barber that they like they stick with and you have to perform each task perfectly him for decades. That is why I like City in order to pass.” Michael remembers. “Ac- Island. People are loyal to each other, and tually, for the test I made my dad grow his everyone has each other’s back. I now have hair out so I could cut it for the test. He was a decent-sized client base, people who have my guinea pig, and it worked!” been following me wherever I have gone It was not long before Michael landed over the years. Many of those clients are his first full-time job as a barber, at a shop from City Island, so that makes me con- called Shortcuts on Fifth Avenue in Pelham. fident; the business has a good base from “I worked there for eight years, and that is which to start.” really where I built my local client base, Michael has already begun marketing many that are still with me today.” the new business, first the old-fashioned In 2012 he branched out to own and op- way, through the distribution of flyers door- erate a barbershop called the Brook Street to-door, but also by using social media and Barbers in Scarsdale. He ran that business establishing City Island Cuts Facebook and for three years, and although the clientele Instagram pages. An official grand opening remained steady through those years, so of the business will be announced in early did the bills, including the high rents that spring, when the weather gets warmer and come from operating a business in tony the shop is decorated exactly to his liking. Scarsdale. “The overhead was just too high But for now the sign is painted on the and my lease was up. My dream was to al- front window and the Island’s new barber is ways operate a business here on City Island open for business. Regular haircuts are $20 where I grew up, so I said to myself ‘Why with $5 discounts given to children, men not come home where most of my clientele over 60, veterans, police officers and fire was from anyway?’” fighters, he adds. He says that his services Michael says his only concern and the also include house calls to those who are reason he delayed opening the business housebound. until now was another barber shop already “I am hopeful because I think City Is- (718) 885-1050 operating on City Island Avenue near Dit- landers realize that we have to support each (718) 885-3419 mars Street. He said he felt that there was other,” Michael says. “We have to support not enough room for two barbers on such a small mom-and-pop businesses such as this small island. But when that business closed, if the Island is going to survive as the small the opportunity to lease a small storefront at tight-knit community that has always made [email protected] 312 City Island Avenue just north of Ford- it special. We have to keep that spirit alive, ham Street came up and he jumped on it. and the only way we can do that is by sup- He grew up as a Boy Scout, an altar boy porting and taking care of each other.” Page Eight The Island Current March 2016 March 2016 The Island Current Page Nine The Boat Show 2016 By Greg Clancy

Photos by GREG CLANCY Islanders at the 2016 New York Boat Show included (left): Bill Clancy, Roger Karlebach, Jill Rubenstein and Philip Swanton; (top right): Gary and Vicki Cot- tam with Bill Clancy; and (lower right) Bill Every year as winter’s grip seems un- craze this year seemed to be four engines: Clancy surfing at the Cobalt exhibit. bearable, the New York Boat Show offers Everglades, Scout, Regulator and Boston some respite to clam diggers and mussel Whaler all sported queens over 40 feet with was time for us to climb our ivory tower. It suckers alike. Sometimes whimsical, some- quad 300+ hp engines. Four engines used was time to visit Hinckley, our Rolls Royce times informative, the Boat Show is always to be a demo boat, now it’s a production Ferrari dream boat. With trepidation, we entertaining and never very predictable. But boat. Whaler even had an Outrage with four neared our objective. A bead of sweat trick- this year I did something unthinkable: I re- engines, a center console and a fly bridge! led down my face, and we slowly turned the searched which vendors would be there and A Boston Whaler with a fly bridge, prepos- corner to find a 36-foot Sea Green Hinckley I attempted to plan my trip in advance. So terous! Whaler is one of the great icons of Picnic Boat, perfection itself. We stepped boring, I know, and there were in fact no boating, and the Outrage is, well, outra- up to the austere entry, trying not to tremble surprises as I first began my research. All geous, but I’m not sure they pulled this one when we noticed an impassable rope wall the old standbys would be there—Boston off. It makes the outrage look like a poorly and a sign saying, Closed for Private Party. Whaler, Carver, Grady, the German Glue done knock-off of a Cobalt or Tiara, and What? What party? They did have their exhibit and so on and so forth. those brands don’t even have fly bridges! own bar inside, and everyone looked hap- a cigarette boat, nothing on the water goes And then, behold! A name I knew but As for those engines, Yamaha and Mer- pier than the fourth of July, but were they that fast. Going 60 knots in a luxury yacht had never before seen in these annals. A cury dominated the outboards at the show, seriously closed? Didn’t they know that Bill would be like going 250 miles per hour in white whale had appeared, one that many but Yamaha seemed to be the overwhelm- was a prospective buyer? Having found the your BMW 7 series. We’ll have to keep our a mariner hath heard of, and some hath ingly preferred choice for big outboards. I Hinckley exhibit an impregnable fortress of eye on Zurn. even seen, but few mere mortals have ever think Yamaha is getting a bit cocky, how- New England wannabes, we skulked off. I From the heights of Zurn, we took a walked her decks or grasped her helm. This ever. Some of their engines no longer say wanted to shake my fist, but instead I vowed tour of a more attainable 33-foot Cobalt was Hinckley, in their first-ever appearance Yamaha; instead they only sport the Ya- to return like MacArthur leaving the Philip- bow-rider. Most comparable bow-riders at the New York Boat Show. For those who maha logo, a Toyota-like logo which, quite pines—defeated but unbowed. split the cabin into two halves, one on ei- don’t know, Hinckley is the Rolls Royce frankly, I didn’t recognize. I remember So instead of Hinckley, we visited City ther side of the breezeway from the helm of power boats, or maybe the Ferrari—or reading a case study in business school Island’s own Harlem Yacht Club, where we up to the bow cockpit. But Cobalt’s new maybe both—because even a baby Hinck- about a time when Hershey’s Chocolate received warm greetings from Roger Karle- 336 keeps the cabin combined. To do this, ley is better than (and worth more than) a stopped advertising Hershey’s kisses. They bach, Jill Rubenstein and Philip Swanton. the ceiling of the middle of the cabin drops Rolls and a Ferrari put together, times two. figured that everyone knew about Hershey’s They reported a good turnout and lots of down to leave about 30 inches clear. The This is not the boat one sees in the waters of kisses, and they would save the advertising interest from prospective members. The catch is that you can only enter the cabin City Island, and she had never before been money. Instead, Hershey almost went out of HYC team also reported that they would be from one side, so you have to crawl to get to displayed in New York. This is the boat business. I’ll bet Sally McCheap two beers having open houses on Feb. 20, March 19 the other half. I like to see new innovations, that makes the most obnoxious Chris Craft and my parking expenses that Yamaha puts and April 10. Our chat with the members but having to crawl through the cabin isn’t look like a child’s plaything, and I won- its name back on all of their engines by the of the HYC reminded me of the recent fall- too appealing, unless of course one has had dered what her appearance could portend. spring of 2017. I was so annoyed by Yama- out from the failure of the Stuyvesant Yacht too many gin and tonics on a hot afternoon. A Hinckley is, to put it mildly, every power ha’s presumption that I marched over to the Club. I am reminded of how fragile a com- Maybe the younger crowd wouldn’t mind boater’s dream, and I couldn’t wait to set Mercury dealer and bought an engine. No munity we live in. If we truly value our nau- this, but I’m not sure how many millennials foot on one! kidding! But I doubt that my brand new 2.5 tical legacy, then we should all be mindful are ready to drop $255K on a brand new This year I planned to visit the show horse four-stroke compares to the Yamaha to support our yacht clubs, boatyards and 33-footer. The other snag, for me at least, is with my brother Bill. The beautiful 350’s adorning the Saltwater Offshore Fish- nautical shops—the few that are left! that Mercury and Volvo were the only pow- Meaghan and her four junior Clancys were ing Boats formerly known as big honking Bill and I shared a few deep thoughts er selections. Volvo makes a great car, and otherwise occupied, but Bill decided to center consoles. Still, the four Greg Clancy like this throughout our day, but mostly we Mercury makes a great outboard, but if you make a long sought-after return. Cat trou- kids and two Bill Clancy kids will like their chose to dwell on the positive, except for are going for a gasoline inboard, you might bles and small craft advisories had kept Bill new engine just the same! Hinckley. I couldn’t get over that one, but want to stick with something like Crusader away the past few years, but he was raring Next stop, Carver and Jeanneau, the Bill held me back and dragged me instead with its Chevy block and simple time-tested to go this year. We made a plan to meet at 5, beautiful condominium-like Clorox bottle to investigate some new electronics for our design. and by the time Bill showed at a very pre- boats that had long been derided by my own boat, Kitty Clyde. While pursuing the From here, Bill needed another couple dictable 6:30, I had managed to cover most deceased Dad (who wrote this article for likes of Furino and Ray Marine, we ran of beers, so I obliged him before demand- of my pre-planned route. I searched for all decades). But he would agree that if you into City Islanders Gary and Vicki Cottam. ing a trip back to Hinckley. This time we things new and different, and I managed to have a high-maintenance significant other Gary’s interests don’t just include heating marched up to the desk with decisiveness. find a few. In a way, I thought of myself as who doesn’t like boating, and you don’t re- and air conditioning, it seems. He is also a Private party? Humbug. “We’re in the mar- Bill’s advance party. After two years, I sus- ally care about classic lines—this could be longtime sail boater. We inquired if the Cot- ket!” I announced, without further greeting. pected he might be in a buying mood so I the boat for the both of you. They are also tams were in the market for a new yacht, but That must have been the password, because worked to prepare the field. priced inside of this stratosphere. But, alas, they assured us that they were quite happy with no further fuss Bill and I were invited The first thing I noted asw that clas- for a traditionalist young clam digger who with their longtime family sloop. Maybe to join the private party. It may have helped sic dark blue hulls, long the trademark of grew up listening to stories of the Nevins next year! that I was in a suit and Bill looked like many brands, seem to have been shelved that probably never was, I have a hard time Speaking of big brand new boats, we someone with money. in favor of earth tones—olive green and loving these boats. Nevertheless, as a prac- spotted a new brand that I had never heard Once inside, we were greeted by a several hues of brown. Even Formula had tical advocate of all things nautical, I have of before—Zurn. Zurn was not actually at team of sales people dressed in their Cape abandoned its trademark blue for bronze. to say that Carver and Jeanneau are well the show but was represented by one of the Cod finest.They apologized for the private Despite my training as a staunch tradition- thought out for a certain niche. If you are brokers present. The Zurn we saw on paper party signs explaining, “would you believe alist, I actually liked the effect, until I got an inside-the-boat boater, they are worth a looked a lot like a Hinckley (seriously, not we had guys in work boots try to come in to Mastercraft. Their shiny metallic coating look. just because I was still seeing red Hinck- here earlier?” Oh boy. That was it for me. reminded me more of a Master Chef frying By about this time I was getting thirsty, leys). More impressive was the fact that When the lead salesman started to give pan than a Master Craft Boat, but it is a ski and at long last my brother Bill arrived. this 50-foot-deep V cruiser had twin 1,550 me the pitch I cut him off and explained, boat so I shouldn’t have expected too much. With a wave of his hand, he simultane- hp Rolls Royce jets and topped out at 60 “hey, I just manage the business, my older From Mastercraft I hit several of the ously hit block on all calls from his wife, knots. For the casual landlubber, I will tell brother over there owns it. You have to sell monster center consoles—ahem, sorry, Kurstal, and waved me over to the bar. Two you that 50-foot luxury yachts don’t go that him.” By the time they got to scheduling Saltwater Offshore Fishing Boats. The quick beers later, Bill and I decided that it fast. In fact, aside from a high-end Jet Ski or Continued on page 14 Page Ten The Island Current March 2016

Organization News News on this page concerning organizations, and events listed in, are submitted by representatives of those organiza- tions. A limit of 150 words is requested for all news items submitted. In most cases news will be edited and every effort will be made to preserve the substance of longer items. News and calendar events must be received by no later than the 20th of each month except December and July. If the 20th falls on a holiday or Sunday, the deadline is the 19th. Mail submissions to P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY 10464. YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER MUST BE INCLUDED. Current Calendar March 25, 7:30 p.m. Good Friday wor- ship service MARCH March 27, 6:45 a.m. Easter Sunrise Fri., March 11, P.S. 175’s Card Party, Service, at the Pelham Cemetery, on King Scavello’s On the Island, 101 City Island Avenue. Avenue, 6:30 p.m. Call 718-885-1093 for The Souper Bowl of Caring held on tickets. Sunday, Jan. 31, was a huge success with Thurs., March 17, Community Board 10 the children raising $573 and many nonper- meeting, P.S. 175, 200 City Island Avenue, ishable items for City Harvest. 7:30 p.m. A Lenten Disciple Bible Study will be Photos by MATTIA PANZA Wed., Thurs., Fri., and Sat., March 23, 24, held in Fellowship Hall after the worship Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, was Scout Sunday 25 and 26, Boy Scout Easter Flower Sale, service, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; at St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church. Mem- in front of Trinity Methodist Church, Bay it began Feb. 14 and will run until March bers from City Island’s Girl Scout and Boy Street and City Island Avenue. 13. The topic is the New Testament letter Scout troops participated in the service led by Father Knapp and Deacon Mueller. Sat., March 26, POTS Program, St. Mary’s written by Jude to believers to join him School Yard, Minneford Avenue and Kilroe in contending for the faith once delivered Street, drop-off between 4:30 and 5 p.m. to the Christian Church. Followed by the David via [email protected]. Menu: chicken with peppers, onions and letter written by Apostle Paul, as a prisoner Computer geek. TBE is seeking a con- potatoes. in Rome, to the Colossian Church in Asia gregant or City Island resident experi- enced in website and database management Tues., March 29, City Island Civic Associ- Minor. His themes to them are the Suprem- ation meets, 7:30 p.m., Community Center, acy of Christ and how Christ within us is for volunteer support. To offer assistance, 190 Fordham Street. our Hope for future Glory. All are welcome please email us at yourshulbythesea@ APRIL to come and join in the study. gmail.com. “The 7 Deadly Sins” is the topic of a Oneg sponsorships. Anyone with a spe- Sat., April 2, Temple Beth-El Gala Dinner discussion group led by Jay Howard in Fel- cial occasion to honor for yourself or Dance, Pelham/Split Rock Golf Courses, 7 another (e.g., birthday, anniversary, new job, to 11 p.m. lowship hall at 7 p.m. on Sundays, March 20, April 24 and May 22. All adults are recovery, achievement, yahrzeit or memo- welcome. rial) is warmly invited to sponsor a Friday Garden Club The Budget Shop is now open on the night oneg. To sponsor or for more infor- Garden Club members have been busy first and third Tuesdays of each month, and mation, please contact Violet Smith (718- planning an exciting year ahead. In Janu- occasional Saturdays.Trinity is thankful for provided. Open to all. Suggested donation 885-0978, [email protected]). ary our committees met to plan the annual City Island’s continued support, both in $10. Tuesday, March 15, from 7:30 to 9:30 Outreach: Beautification Fund drive for April and the volunteering time and the generosity of the Enrollment continues for TBE’s Hebrew p.m. Join Rabbi David for this third session Garden Club’s Annual Luncheon. Funds donations. School partner, Sinai Free Synagogue, in of our 2016 Adult Education Series enti- to be collected for the Beautification Fund Rick DeWitt nearby Mount Vernon. To enroll a child or tled “Mitzvah and Mysticism,” a deep will go toward purchasing fresh colorful obtain more information, please contact dive into the traditional roots and mysti- flowers and plants for the planter boxes on Temple Beth-El Rabbi Shohama via youshulbythesea@ City Island Avenue. Club members, along cal wings of the mitzvot (sacred acts) of Temple Beth-El of City Island (TBE), Jewish spiritual life. With study, discus- gmail.com. with the Garden Club Helping Hands, clean Ellen Ruth Topol and maintain the planters throughout the “your shul by the sea,” at 480 City Island sion along with spiritual experience, we growing season. Other civic beautification Avenue is a stimulating non-denomina- will explore deeply where core mitzvot of projects are being planned as well. In past tional place for observance of Jewish tra- Jewish life come from and how mystical St. Mary’s Thrift Shop ditions. Jewish renewal is the style of our tradition reflects on and engages with those years, residents and local businesses have St. Mary’s Thrift Shop will be closed deeply spiritual, innovative, all-inclusive traditions. Free for members; $10 for non- been very generous, and all contributions are from Feb. 26 until March 17, when we open and open-minded worship. The congrega- members. Sessions will continue on third greatly appreciated and will be put to good with our Spring Collection featuring new tion is led by our clergy, Rabbi Shohama Tuesdays of each month (April 19, May use. and used clothing, shoes, handbags and Wiener and Rabbi David Evan Markus, 17, June 21). The theme for our annual luncheon this accessories, plus new and used bric-a-brac. with music by Your Band by the Sea. Wednesday, March 23, from 7:30 to year is “Lilacs,” and the Garden Club invites Come and enjoy refreshments and some Events begin promptly, so please come 9:30 p.m. Come celebrate with your TBE each and every one of you to attend. This conversation, 15 minutes before listed times. Services family and friends and join Rabbi Sho- is a very enjoyable event, so be sure to get Arlene Byrne your reservation in to Vivi McGuire at 718- are followed by a celebratory oneg, light hama, Rabbi David, Your Band by the Sea 885-1442 and join the festivities at noon on refreshments. Reminder: for the health and and a veritable cast of characters for our Thursday, May 19, at the City Island Yacht comfort of all, please refrain from wearing annual celebration of Purim, the festival of Regular Meetings perfume or cologne. Weekly Twelve-Step Meetings Club. You can expect the usual abundance the unexpected. Come in costume and wear on City Island Temple services are on Friday evenings of wonderful gift baskets, prizes and gift dance shoes. from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., with music by Your Narcotics Anonymous: certificates. A fine lunch will provided by Fridays at 7:30 p.m., St. Mary, Star of Band by the Sea. Looking Ahead Bistro SK of City Island. Saturday, April 2, from 7 to 11 p.m. the Sea Church, City Island Avenue near March 4: Kabbalat Shabbat, with Rab- The Garden Club now has a beautiful Annual Gala Dinner and Dance at Pelham/ the Bridge. bis Shohama and David, in celebration Facebook page, which features glorious Split Rock Golf Courses. Join your TBE Thursdays at 8 p.m., Trinity United of women’s HERstory month. Celebra- photos taken by members, many from past family for an evening of dinner, music and Methodist Church hall, 113 Bay Street. tory oneg to follow sponsored by TBE’s trips, such as Kykuit in Pocantico Hills. dancing to support Your Shul by the Sea Alcoholics Anonymous: women. If you have an interest in civic beautifica- and honor our former interns, Rabbi Eva Mondays at 8 p.m., Trinity United March 11: Community-led Shabbat. Methodist Church hall. tion and promoting gardening, please join Sax-Bolder, Rabbinic Pastor David Dan- March 18: Kabbalat Shabbat led by Rabbi us the first Monday of the month (with the iel Klipper, Rabbinic Pastor Aliza Erber Tuesdays at 8 p.m., St. Mary, Star of the David. Oneg to follow. Sea Church. exception of August) at the City Island Yacht and the Bronx Jewish Historical Initia- March 25: Community-led Shabbat. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Grace Epis- Club at 10 a.m. and meet like-minded peo- tive. A highlight of our year! If you can copal Church. ple. We often have special presentations at Classes and Activities: offer auction items, volunteer or support St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church: 718- the meetings, which are followed by refresh- Sunday, March 6, from 3 to 5 p.m. Join the dinner dance in other ways, please 885-1440 ments supplied by members. your Temple Beth-El family for the City e-mail , [email protected] Trinity United Methodist Church: 718- Carol Hansen Island Theater Group’s production of “The or stop by the Kaleidoscope Gallery at 885-1218 Diary of Anne Frank,” followed by a panel 280 City Island Avenue. Grace Episcopal Church: 718-885-1080 Trinity United Methodist Church discussion with Rabbi David. Production Saturday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous: Our weekly worship service and Sunday and panel discussion at Grace Episco- Join Rabbi David and your Temple Beth-El pal Church Hall. For tickets and informa- Saturdays at 11 a.m., Grace Episcopal school are at 10 a.m. Holy Communion family for a community seder in honor of Church: 718-885-1080 is celebrated on the first Sunday of each tion, please visit the City Island Theater Passover. With tradition, song and imagery, month. Trinity often has a coffee hour after Group website (tickets@cityislandtheater- we will honor the four promises of libera- the service. Come and join us for worship group.com). tion of ancient days and today. Stay tuned and fellowship. Children’s Sunday school Monday, March 7 and 14, from 7:30 to for RSVPs and service opportunities for the takes place during the 10 a.m. service. All 9:30 p.m. Join Daniella Haney for a weekly Festival of Freedom. children are welcome to attend. journey into the fusion of breath, body, mind, heart and spirit. These sessions, led Seeking Please visit Trinity’s new home on the Musicians. If you are an instrumental by a 500-hour expert certified teacher, web, www.trinityofcityisland.org, where you musician interested in supporting TBE’s are appropriate for all ages and stages of will find all things Trinity, including the spiritual music, Rabbi David would love physical strength; no extensive twisting or texts of Reverend Yew’s sermons. to speak with you. We are especially look- movement is required. Sessions followed Our Easter schedule is as follows: ing for high-quality string, wind, brass and by yogic tea and teaching. Please wear March 24, 7:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday percussion players. For more information loose fitting clothing; all other materials are worship service or to express interest, please contact Rabbi March 2016 The Island Current Page Eleven ing and sculpture. Study art from the 15th to 21st centuries with Lorraine Cantori. Try be the usual Irish setup which also includes caring for another, we have some support- one session, $20. Register for winter ses- beer, wine and soda. ive services that might be helpful, includ- sions at [email protected] or call All retired flags should be dropped off at ing respite, escort assistance and help with 914-552-5268. the Post in the mailbox by the flagpole. shopping. Please call Patty at 718-885- Introduction to Art Portfolio Prep: For Any retired veterans willing to help out 0727. high school prep or just for fun! To enroll, around the Post should call John Muhlfeld Transportation Services. Off-Island call Geri Smith at 718-885-1503. shopping trips leave at 9:30 and include at 718-885-0639. Help is greatly appreci- Shop Rite, Stop & Shop, Target, Farmers’ ADULT PROGRAMS ated. Market, Trader Joe’s, Empire City and Aerobics with Mary: Sunday, Monday, We are always in need of new members. more. All shopping trips require you to sign Wednesday and Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. Stay The Post pays the dues of members who are up ahead of time as we have limited seats. For additional information about the Community Cen- strong with cross fit/aerobic strength train- on active duty. Younger people are neces- Sign up is available starting the Thursday ter, or if you are interested in conducting classes here ing. Call Mary Immediato at 718-885-0793. please call 718-885-1145. sary for the continuation of the Post. before, for the following week’s trips. See AFA Certified. John Muhlfeld our monthly calendar for specific dates. Remember the Community Center is Belly Dance/Shimmy By the Sea with here for you and your families, so please The suggested contribution for a round trip Kristin, aka Gypsy Curves, Sundays, 3:30 is $1 on City Island and $2.50 off-Island support the programs below and let us know p.m. $20 per class. Call Kristin Amezquita PSS City Island Center if there is something you would like to see shopping trips. Anyone over 60 is encour- 646-625-1575 for information. aged to take advantage of our door-to-door on the schedule. Chair Yoga with Michael: Friday, 10 The mission of PSS City Island Center Annual membership to the City Island is to provide neighborhood adults 60 and transportation services. Call Tony at 347- a.m. Stretch and flex with an easy combina- 834-6466 for pickup or trips. Community Center is only $30 for families tion of yoga, tai chi and pilates. For infor- over with the tools to live life to their full- and $20 for individuals. Please think about mation, call Betty at 718-885-1095. est, keeping them healthy, engaged and Patty Attis it and consider joining. To join the Center, Chess Club: Meets each Wednesday at connected through innovative programs and to request our brochure, and for up-to-date 7 p.m. Chess taught, played and discussed. classes. We are not your everyday senior Holiday Services information, visit www.cityislandcommuni- All levels welcome. Come on in! Avoid T.V. center! tycenter.org, call 718-885-1145 or “Like” us Have fun. If you plan to attend, call Bill at The center is located at 116 City Island Grace Episcopal Church on Facebook and check FB for any changes 718-541-3995. Avenue in Grace Church Hall and is open 116 City Island Avenue at Pilot Street in classes. City Island Civic Association: Meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Sunday, March 20, Palm Sunday: The The Center is run by a volunteer board at 7:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of every Friday. A delicious lunch is served every Liturgy of the Palms and Holy Eucharist, 10 of directors who meet on the first Tuesday month. Join your community in action. day from 12 to 1 p.m. Programs are funded a.m. of each month at 7 p.m. in the Community City Island CSA: Sign up now for by PSS and the NYC Department for the Thursday, March 24: Maundy Thursday, Center Main Room at 190 Fordham Street. Community Supported Agriculture provid- Aging. Holy Eucharist and Stripping of the Altar, All members are encouraged to attend this ing organic fruits and vegetables. For infor- All programs and events are subject to 7:30 p.m. open meeting. We always welcome volun- mation, e-mail [email protected] change. Please call ahead to check if you Friday, March 25: Good Friday service, teers and donations. or call 917-238-0529. have not attended before. To receive our 7:30 p.m. City Island Culinary Club: First and newsletter and calendar of events send your Saturday, March 26: Community Easter COMING UP email to Summer Art Camp for Children: In third Mondays, 7 p.m. Have fun with other [email protected]. Egg Hunt, 1 to 3 p.m. July children ages 7–12 will meet 20 hours Islanders who like to cook. Share your Highlights: Sunday, March 27: Easter Sunday, Festi- favorite recipes and pick up some new cook- val and Holy Eucharist, 10 a.m. a week to draw, sketch, paint on canvas, and PSS Circle of Care Station @ City work with papier mâché with artist/teacher ing skills. Monday, March 7: Explore Irish . Are you caring for a frail or chroni- recipes; March 21: Enjoy Irish foods. For Island Trinity United Methodist Church Lorraine Cantori. The children will explore cally ill family member or someone with 113 Bay Street information, call Kenny Selesky at 917-533- the work of William Hopper, Mary Cassatt Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia? PSS Sunday, March 20: Palm Sunday service, 7873. and Amedeo Modigliani. There will be a Circle of Care is hosting a caregiver support 10 a.m. special City Island landmark painting, an City Island Drawing Society: Sunday, group in your community free of charge. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find your inner da Vinci Thursday, March 24, Maundy Thursday exhibit and reception and more. To register Please join us on Mondays at the City worship service, 7:30 p.m. or for information, call Lorraine at 914-552- and enjoy the art of drawing with Joshua Island Library beginning March 7 at 1 p.m. Friday, March 25: Good Friday service, 5268 or e-mail her at Glick. For information, call 917-721-1419. ceasardante@opton- Caregivers are welcome to meet with a care 7:30 p.m. Orchard Beach AA: Saturdays and line.net. consultant after the group sessions for infor- Sunday, March 27: Easter Sunday Sun- Sundays, 7:30 a.m. Open meetings. All are mation and assistance, counseling and other SPECIAL EVENT welcome. rise Service at Pelham Cemetery on King Pysanki Egg Craft: Sunday, March 20, resources. Please call Patty at 718-885-0727 Avenue, 6:45 a.m. Easter Celebrative Wor- Parenting Group: Last Tuesday of the for more information. 4 p.m. Young people are invited to join Jay month at 7 p.m. We laugh, we cry and we ship at Trinity Church, 10 a.m. Howard in creating beautiful decorated eggs New: Radio Theater. Quench your learn from one another. Join us as we share interest in acting. Participate in all aspects St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church on the first day of spring. Materials fee is our experience, strength and hope on this $5. of radio theater, such as sound effects, writ- City Island Avenue near the bridge journey through parenthood. For informa- ing scripts for radio, auditioning for parts, Saturday, March 19: Confessions, 4:30 to NEW PROGRAMS tion, call John Scardina at 718-885-9305. rehearsing, performing and recording plays. 5 p.m. Vigil Mass at 5:15 p.m. Ballroom Dance: Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Weight Watchers Meetings: Tuesday Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 20, Palm Sunday: Masses In March the featured dances will be ball- evenings at 5:30 p.m. with Debbie. Trim at 9 and 11 a.m. Blessing of Palms at all room tango and rumba with instructor Mau- down and be healthy with the support of a March Events: Masses. rice Bonilla. It’s lots of fun and soon you great group. Join any time; it is never too March 7: PSS Circle of Care. Are you Thursday, March 24: Tenebrae, 9 a.m., may be “Dancing with the Stars.” For infor- late. For more information, call Elena at a caregiver for someone over 60? Join the Holy Thursday psalms and readings. Sol- mation, call 347-920-3127. 718-885-2268. group for support, training and resources. emn commemoration of the Lord’s Supper, Saturdays, Tweens, Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 Bollywood Dance: Yoga with Jo Ann: Mondays at 1 p.m. at the City Island Public 7:30 p.m. Adoration to 10 p.m. 12 and under, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Teens/ p.m. and Saturday, 8 to 9:15 a.m. $10. Library. Friday, March 25, Good Friday: Tene- Adults, 2:30 to 3:30. Join Lalitha Cosme Gentle level-one class. Please bring a mat, March 9, 12:15: Nutrition presentation brae, 9 a.m. Stations of the Cross, 12 noon. to explore the dance, energy, movement a strap and if possible, a yoga blanket. For March 17: St. Patrick’s Day celebration Commemoration of the Passion and Death and culture of Indian films. To register or information, e-mail or with corned beef, cabbage and potatoes, and joanngny @aol.com of Jesus, 4 p.m. Confessions, 5 to 6 p.m. for more information email call 917-853-4719. a DJ offering Irish music lalithadance@ Saturday, March 26, Holy Saturday: gmail.com. Zumba with Julia / Kickbox with March 28: Easter meal and birthday party Tenebrae, 8 a.m. Confessions, 9 to 10 a.m. Kickbox Aerobics: Saturdays at 10:15 Maria: Saturday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Want to March 31: Westchester Dinner Theater, a.m. following Zumba. Note: Tuesdays and lose those extra pounds and that belly fat? “Man of La Mancha” and 4 to 5 p.m. Solemn Easter Vigil, 8 p.m. to be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Thursdays at 9:30 will resume in the spring. Well, here is your chance. Join this high March Physical Exercise: The exercise Cardio for all levels plus an ab workout with energy 90-minute workout with toning. For program offers classes at various levels of Church. Maria Marino. Call 347-267-0591 for more information, call 917-601-5514. fitness. Drop in and try one of our classes Sunday, March 27, Easter Sunday: information. Zumba with Lettie: Thursday, 6 p.m. for yourself. Mondays: Tai Chi for Arthri- Masses at 9 and 11 a.m. Natural Tones Meditation: Thursday Lettie’s very creative class is a real calorie tis at 9:15 a.m.; Tuesdays: Cardio Fitness Temple Beth-El at 7 p.m. Nada Yoga, the yoga of sounds burner and a blast. Classes are $10. For at 9:15 a.m. and Yoga Stretch at 1 p.m.; 480 City Island Avenue relieves stress and promotes wellness with information, call 917-292-4228. Wednesdays: Zumba at 9:15 and Arthritis Wednesday, March 23: Purim Party, 7:30 John Martino. Classes will resume when Patty Grondahl Workshop at 10:15 a.m.; Thursdays: Learn to 9:30 p.m. participants contact John at www.natural- Tai Chi at 9:15 a.m.; Fridays: Fit for Life at Saturday, April 2, Annual Gala Din- tonesmeditation.com. 9 and Yoga Stretch at 10:30 a.m. Arthritis ner and Dance at Pelham/Split Rock Golf American Legion Post #156 Workshop, Yoga Stretch and Tai Chi classes Courses. 7 to 11 p.m. YOUTH PROGRAMS are free. The suggested donation for all other Saturday, April 23: Passover Seder, 6 to 9 Irish Dance for Children: Mondays: The next regular meeting will be held on Step dancing for all ages. Tiny tots 6 to 6:30 Sunday, March 6, at 11:45 a.m. Dues for exercise classes is $3 each. p.m. p.m., beginners 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., interme- 2016 are now due. They are $50. March Programs: Mondays: Learn diate 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All classes taught by The Post is in need of a webmaster. Any- Canasta at 10:15 a.m.; Individualized Com- puter Instruction at 1 p.m..; Tuesdays: Con- Grace Episcopal Church Caitlin Nora Kelly. For information, e-mail one interested should contact the Post. versational Spanish at 10:15; Wednesdays: [email protected]. or call 914- We have space for your next party. We Grace Episcopal Church, located at 116 Radio Theater at 1 p.m.; and Haircuts by City Island Avenue on the corner of Pilot 262-4517. can accommodate up to 80 people. Members Wednesday, 10 a.m. to Brenda on March 9 and 23 for $10; Thurs- Street, a place of worship and fellowship, Jill’s Playgroup: receive a discount on all hall rentals. Call 12 noon. Preschool children are invited to days: Acrylic Painting at 10 a.m..; History warmly welcomes you to the following. have fun and socialize with other children. Joe Goonan at 718-885-1637. Club at 10 a.m.; Calligraphy at 1:30 p.m.; St. We have several members on sick call. Patty’s Day Celebration March 17; Bingo at Worship Schedule No charge, but donations are appreciated. Holy Communion Rite 1, during Lent, is For information, call Jill at 917-330-0922. Brian Sullivan is currently going for cancer 12:30 p.m.. on March 10; Birthday Party on Monday, March 28; Fridays, Radio Theater held on Sundays at 10 a.m. After the service, Hip Hop, Jazz and Ballet: Fridays, ages treatment. Buddy Pontecorvo is recovering at 1 p.m. we offer coffee hour, a time for refreshments 4–5, 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. ages 6–8, 5:30 to from a recent fall after leaving church, and and fellowship. Information, Referrals and Assistance: 6:30 p.m.; ages 9 and above, 6:30 to 7:30 Doctor Chris Cococcia is in the hospital for Grace Church plans to hold Sun- p.m. Have fun with professional dancer tests resulting from a recent accident. Need help with filling out forms or applying for certain benefits? Don’t know if you are day School lessons once again on the first Kara Tremel. For information, e-mail kara- Save the date. The St. Patrick’s Day party eligible for benefits? We can help. Call Patty and third Sundays of the month. No extra [email protected] or call 281-799-9869. will be held on Sunday, March 12, from 2 to at 718-885-0727 or drop by the Center. time is needed; students will begin the ser- Art for Children: Saturdays 10:30 to 12 6 p.m. The price is $30 per person. It will vice with the entire congregation at 10 a.m. noon. Ages 7 to 12 explore drawing, paint- Caregivers Support. If you are caring for someone or if you know someone who is Continued on page 12 Page Twelve The Island Current March 2016

then on film. The film emphasizes Tur- at Bletchley Park. Having served as code ing’s homosexuality: particularly how it breakers in World War II, the four now City Island Republicans caused conflict with his government pre- focus their talents on catching killers. Federal petitions for placing candidates senting problems for him, his family and Susan (Anna Maxwell Martin) is a house- on the ballot for Congress will go out in his colleagues and ultimately motivated wife and mother, but she continues to early March. Please sign to help us get our his suicide. Difficult to find at the current recognize patterns that surround her in candidates on the ballot. time, a version can be seen on YouTube. everyday life. When a series of women are The presidential primary will be held on Enigma (2001) is a film that totally brutally murdered around London, Susan Tuesday, April 19. Polls will be open from 6 departs from Turing’s homosexuality. sees a pattern emerging, but the police a.m. to 9 p.m. Rather it is an espionage thriller about don’t believe her. She therefore enlists Fred Ramftl Jr. Tom Jericho (Dougray Scott) a brilliant three former Bletchley Park colleagues: the world traveler and unconventional Enigma code-breaker who is summoned to Bletch- St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church ley Park, Britain’s top-secret intelligence survivor Millie (Rachel Stirling); Lucy Long before the beginning of World site, where he is charged with crack- (Sophie Rundle), who has an extraordi- On March 4, the first Friday of the month, War II, the airwaves were full of coded ing the Nazis’ infamous Engima codes. nary memory and suffers in an abusive we will hold our monthly Holy Hour with messages as Hitler prepared for bat- Obsessed with his missing former girl- marriage; and former Bletchley supervisor exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 4 tle. Decoding the German encryptions friend, Claire (Saffron Burrows), he and and current librarian Jean (Julie Graham). to 5 p.m. All are welcome. became the priority of a special Brit- Claire’s roommate, Hester (Kate Win- Susan knows they have little time to break The beautiful Lenten devotion of Stations ish Intelligence unit. The PBS Series slet), also employed at Bletchley, work this code before the killer strikes again. of the Cross will be held each Friday during (1999) NOVA: Nazi Secrets Revealed on unraveling the mystery of Claire’s And until next time, happy viewing. . . Lent at 7 p.m. except for Good Friday, when covers this fascinating story. In 1938, the disappearance. Investigating Claire’s life, it will be held at 12 noon. unit, known as the Government Code they discover personal and international Our monthly coffee hour will be held on and Cipher School, or GC&CS, moved betrayals. Although the story is highly Sunday, March 13, in the rectory following into Bletchley Park, a mansion 50 miles Organization News fictionalized, the process of encrypting the 9 a.m. Mass. Join us for light refresh- north of London, where wireless opera- and decrypting German messages during Continued from page 11 ments. tors received communiqués from stations World War II is discussed in detail, and On Saturday, March 19, the children from all over Britain that were intercepting the historical event of the Katyn mas- and leave with their teacher for lessons and our religious education program will receive German messages. The Germans had sacre is presented. The film was co- activities, including arts and crafts, for 30 the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first developed a form of typewriter, called the to 40 minutes during the service. They will produced by Mick Jagger, who provided time. The ceremony will take place in the Enigma machine, which was recalibrated rejoin the congregation after the exchange funding for the film, as well as access to church at 11 a.m. on a daily basis and used to communicate of peace. The first class is scheduled for his own Enigma machine. Sunday, March 20, marks the beginning with their submarines. The challenge of March 6. All interested parents and children (2014) is based of Holy Week with Palm Sunday, when there breaking the Enigma Code demanded a The Imitation Game are welcome! on the true life story of the impossibly will be procession with the palms and sub- special kind of talent. March 6, at 12:15 p.m. The sequent blessing of the palms. On Thursday arrogant, socially awkward mathemati- Another documentary on this subject Grace Church New Music Ministry meets and Friday at 9 a.m. and Saturday at 8 a.m., cian and legendary cryptanalyst Alan Tur- is (2009). William on the first Sunday of each month with we will have the Tenebrae, a solemn service Breaking the Codes ing (Benedict Cumberbatch). During the Woollard directed, produced and narrated members of the church choir and sing- that consists of psalms, readings, lamenta- World War II, Turing joins a team of code- this fascinating history of code breaking ers from on and off the Island to rehearse tions and chanting. The Solemn Commemo- breakers that includes Hugh Alexander and how it affected both World Wars. hymns and popular music to perform at ration of the Lord’s Supper will take place on (Matthew Goode), John Cairncross (Allen Included is how the codes of WWI led area nursing homes and rehabilitation cen- Holy Thursday evening, March 24, at 7:30 Leech), Peter Hilton (Matthew Beard), to the American involvement in that war, ters. We had our first performance in Janu- p.m. followed by adoration until 10 p.m. Jack Good (James Northcote) and Joan as well as authentic pictures and inter- ary and have dates lined up for March, April The Solemn Commemoration of the Passion Clarke (Keira Knightley) at the top-secret views with relevant people who worked in and May! If you like to sing and want to and Death of our Lord Jesus Christ will take facility at Bletchley Park. They work Bletchley Park in England and in Wash- lend your voice to this “feel good” cause, place on Good Friday, March 25, at 4 p.m. under the watchful eye of the uncompro- ington DC. There is also footage of many please e-mail Sandy Dunn at accentfix@ The Easter Vigil will be held on Holy mising Commander Denniston (Charles submarine battles not seen in other docu- gmail.com. Men and women, boys and girls Saturday, March 26, at 8 p.m. at Our Lady Dance) and are protected by head of Intel- mentaries about the war in the Pacific. of all ages are welcome. You don’t have to of Assumption Church. Our Masses on Eas- ligence, Stewart Menzies (Mark Strong). Making the transition from non-fic- sing like an angel; just bring your desire ter Sunday, March 27, are at 9 and 11 a.m. After two long years, Turing and his team tion to semi-fiction we consider to lift others’ spirits! Rehearsals are held Because of Easter Week, there will be no Code- successfully develop their own machine to (2011), a docudrama that follows at Grace Church in the sanctuary. religious education classes on March 30. Our breaker decipher the Enigma. The film touches on the life of Alan Turing, the pioneer- March 20, Palm Sunday Service at 10 prayer and wish is that this Easter will bring Turing’s childhood and his ultimate tragic ing computer scientist and code breaker, a.m. Join us as we commemorate Jesus’ us all a deeper awareness of our faith in God end when he is persecuted by the British whose genius and dedication saved count- triumphal entry into Jerusalem by the car- and our need to love one another. H a p p y government because of the disclosure of less lives in World War II. Turing was also rying of palms, which represent the palm Easter to all! his homosexuality. This is a compelling gay, which was illegal in Britain at the branches the crowd scattered before Jesus as Rose Dietz film. time. His shameful treatment by the Brit- he rode into the city. A little-known related story is pre- ish government led to a tragic conclusion March 21, 7 p.m. Hearts and Hands sented in (2000). In 1942 a group that prevented Turing from developing U-571 Knitting and Crocheting Ministry for Cal- Sons of the American Legion of American submariners undertakes a vary is a group of parishioners who create Squadron #156 more of his brilliant concepts that could mission to steal an Enigma machine from comfort items (hats, gloves, blankets) for have had a positive effect on civilization. We would like to remind all members a German submarine. Among those on the use by patients at Calvary Hospital. The The film tracks his extraordinary accom- that 2016 dues are now due. They are $30 team facing these tremendous risks are Lt. group meets the third Monday of every plishments until his tragic death in 1954. and can be mailed or dropped off to the Post Andrew Tyler (Matthew McConaughey), month at 7 p.m. in Grace Church Hall and In the last 18 months of his short life, Tur- and placed in the SAL Box. Any member Lt. Cmdr. Mike Dahlgren (Bill Paxton), invites other crafters interested in this proj- ing (Ed Stoppard) visited a psychiatrist, unpaid for more than two years will be Lt. Pete Emmett (Jon Bon Jovi) and Chief ect. For more information, please call Lori Dr. Franz Greenbaum (Henry Goodman), dropped from the rolls. Gunner’s Mate Henry Clough (Harvey Swink at 914-523-7413. and they explored the pivotal moments in New members are always welcome. If Keitel). Although this is a fascinating film March 26, 1 to 3 p.m.: Easter Egg Hunt. his controversial life and pressures that you are a male descendant, step-descendant and received positive critical acclaim in All ages are invited. may have contributed to his early death. or adopted descendant of a veteran set forth the United States, the British were out- March 27, Easter Sunday Service at 10 The film also includes the testimony of in the dates set by Congress, we would love raged by the inaccuracy of the depiction, a.m. If you have ever thought about visiting people who actually knew and remember to have you as a member. Stop by the Post in that the majority of such efforts were Grace Church, we welcome you to join us Turing, as well as interviews with con- to pick up an application. not performed by Americans. The film’s this Easter Sunday. temporary technology experts, including It’s party time! When booking your next depth-charge sequences, which produce For more information about Grace, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. These party, consider the Legion Post. Members rumbling bass tones below 25 Hz, are please visit our website at www.gracecityis- interviews explain Turing’s impact, which receive a discount rate on all hall rentals. widely cited as a way of testing subwoof- land.org. was the true beginning of present-day Fred Ramftl Jr. ers in a home theater set-up. Sandy Dunn technology. Set in 1952, There are three fictional films that The Bletchley Circle (2012) is a TV murder-mystery mini- explore this subject. AARP Chapter 318 Ladies Auxiliary Breaking the Code series that tells of four women who have (1996) is Alan Turing’s story, portrayed returned to normal lives after working We meet on the first and third Wednesday Hopefully everyone is staying warm over by Derek Jacobi, first as a stage play and of the month at 1 p.m. in Trinity United Meth- this winter season. Our next meeting is will odist Church on Bay Street. On Wednesday, be held on March 2 at 7 p.m. at the Post. March 2, we will have a regular meeting. Be Your attendence is needed. sure to attend, because we will be planning Our Cancer Bingo will be held on April TISO APPLIANCES, INC. our St. Patrick / St. Joseph luncheon to take 22 at the Morris Yacht Club. Doors open at DISCOUNT SALES • REPAIRS place at our March 16 meeting. Tentative 6 p.m. This event is SOLD OUT but dona- plans for our spring meetings include pizza, tions will be greatly appreciated. PROMPT PROFESSIONAL SERVICE bingo, speakers, Mother’s Day luncheon and Our TV raffle took place on Super Bowl Peter • Paul • Mike possible day trips. Sunday and the winner was Katie McMa- Mon.-Fri. 914-738-1221 We look forward to seeing everyone on hon. Thank to all for purchasing tickets. 8-5 664-2255 739-0142 March 2. Come and bring a friend! 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By VIRGINIA DANNEGGER

Do you volunteer on or off City Island? Describe your activities and what you and those you volunteer for gain from them.

Fred Ramftl Jr. Volunteering on City Island has been a major part of my life since the age of 12. Currently, my community involvement includes the City Island Civic Association, the City Island Historical Society and the Sons of the American Legion. Volunteering benefits everyone in our community, and it would be great if more City Islanders would stop complaining and get involved. Community service leads to a stronger community. Deborah Erickson For five years or so, I’ve been volunteering on City Island, weekly at St. Mary, Star of the Sea’s thrift shop. It’s fun to be one of a regular crew helping Arlene Byrne, who co-founded the shop 35 years ago and runs it to this day. My off-Island volunteering will again this year include spending a week of summer in Appalachia, at a Rural Area Medicine fair, which brings healthcare to uninsured people in one of the poorest areas of our nation. It was co-created by Sister Bernie Kenney, a colleague of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, who live on City Island and whom I am privileged to call friends. This year I have signed up to teach teens such skills as balancing a checkbook and effective job interviewing. I volunteer because I aspire to become more like these women who are kind and pleasant sources of direct, practical service in the world.

Waldo Persteins As scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 211, I am entrusted with annually mentoring, teaching, and challenging more than 15 Boy Scouts ages 11 through 17. I plan, organize, and attend weekly scout meetings and monthly activities. With the support of other adult volunteers, I seek to give the boys a challenging environment where they can find something they might love to do for the rest of their lives, and in the process, I hope they make memories that last just as long. Personally, it is deeply satisfying to see youth become responsible citizens and leaders over their seven years in the troop. Photo by KAREN NANI Hot cross buns (top photo) and pancakes were abundant at the annual Grace Church Ellen Badome Shrove Tuesday supper on Feb. 9, 2016. The hardworking chefs and servers included Sandy Dunn, a member of Grace Church on City Island, asked me to Bruce Weis, Peter Klopfer (and his grandson Peter Luderman), Bill and Millie Allcot, Carlos and Kathy Pereira, Kathy Lonergan and Karen Nani. join their new singing ministry. They rehearse at the church and perform at local nursing homes and other care facilities. On Jan. 16, we sang at Workmen’s Circle, a care center off Baychester Avenue. I was apprehen- ies. sive and excited at the same time. We had a full house, and many resi- Our eighth-grade students are working dents were very engaged and talkative. We saw how music touched their hard to be ready for their momentous June souls. Once again, I was reminded of how much we owe to the people who volunteer every event. This month they held a Valentine’s week, like those who helped my parents. Yes, I had done something in return, but there is Day bake and candygram sale, which pro- always more you can do. vided an opportunity for their schoolmates to purchase Valentine’s Day goodies for their family members. This year’s senior Mary MacIntyre trip will be an overnight visit to Washing- Volunteering is an opportunity for me to share the things that I love. ton, D.C. It is the opportunity to help the Humane Society of Westchester find a Public School 175 Our Sports & Arts after-school pro- forever home for an abandoned or lost dog, to encourage people to be Although it is a short month, February gram has been in full swing with students a part of the City Island Theater Group and enjoy the magic of theater, has been quite busy. Thanks to a another participating in art, music, athletic activi- and to learn more about the history of my community through the City grant from Councilman James Vacca, we ties, ping pong and knock-hockey tourna- Island Nautical Museum. It is also an opportunity to enrich my own life are able to provide an after-school musi- ments and homework help. by meeting and making friends with the most fascinating people who are also volunteers in cal arts program for students in grades 3 Please keep in mind these important these endeavors. through 8. Students are working with teach- dates: Parent Teacher Conferences will take Stephen Swieciki ing artists from the Bronx Arts Ensemble place on Thursday, March 3, from 12:30 to Currently I volunteer both on and off City Island. Here I’m active in the on a choral performance. Rehearsals have 2:30 p.m. and from 5 to 8 p.m. The Book Civic Association, have cleaned up graffiti and served clam chowder at been going very well, and students will be Fair and Science Fair Display will take the annual competition the Chamber of Commerce runs in the park. I re- putting on the performance for their fami- place on this day as well. Families living cently accepted an invitation to join the board of the Community Center. lies in the middle of March. on City Island with children turning five Off the Island, I volunteer for John Doyle’s campaign for City Council, Our fifth-graders have also been busy on or before Dec. 31, 2016, who have not and I’m planning some grassroots organizing for Bernie Sanders here in working with the teaching artists from already used the online tool to preregister the Bronx. I try to attend as many Community Board and 45th Precinct Community Council the Bronx Arts Ensemble and their class- their children for Kindergarten, may come meetings as possible. I’m also active in my union, the UFT. It’s rewarding to be involved room teachers on their March performance to the school on Monday or Wednesday with these causes and groups. They present an opportunity for me to help my friends, neigh- of “The Lion King, Jr.” After seeing the morning from 9 to 11 a.m. Eighth-grade bors, and fellow teachers. rehearsals, we can tell that this is going to graduation will take place on Friday, June be a marvelous production! A portion of the 24, at 9:30 a.m. The Eighth-grade Dance grant from Councilman Vacca is also being will take place the same evening from 7 used to subsidize this performance. to 10 p.m. The Eighth-grade Awards Night Exciting trips this month included Dinner will take place on Wednesday, June UNITED APPLIANCE the following. Kindergarten and grade 1: 15, at 6 p.m. The Kindergarten moving-up SERVICE, INC. Queensboro College, Arts on Stage “Magic ceremony will take place on Thursday, June of Science”; Paperbag Players, “Popcorn”; MARTY 23, at 9 a.m., followed by a family celebra- 718-829-9090 grade 2: Bowling; grade 5: Queensboro tion in the gym. 1058 Morris Park Ave. College, Arts on Stage “I Have a Dream” February Citizens of the Month are: Bronx, NY 10461 and Smithsonian Institution’s National Jonni Bacelli and Emma Riordan (kinder- Museum of the American Indian; grade garten); Thomas Cullen and Samantha Rus- 6: American Museum of Natural History, cigno (first grade); Khalin Cabrera (second Parts & Service for All Makes Ecosystems. grade); Gabriella Gierum and Shawn Wil- Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, The P.S. 175 tradition in which the liams (third grade); Sophia Amos (fourth Stoves, Refrigerators, Air Conditioners, sixth grade goes to Camp Greenkill will grade); Thomas Forliano and Eva Marie Vacuums continue this May. 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Boat Show evicted all other visitors and removed all the cushions and furniture. We watched in Continued from page 9 awe as hydraulics popped open the entire Bill’s visit to the Hinckley plant, I asked aft deck of this million dollar “picnic boat.” to see the engines. “That would take a bit I was sold! The engine room, like the rest of of work,” said the salesman. I was annoyed the boat, were Nirvana. If only we could do and said “I’m not going to sell my older without the pretense. My advice to Hinck- brother on a million-dollar boat if I can’t ley is to remember that this is New York, see the engines.” Now Bill got annoyed (at not Boston. Boston could fit between 14th me). He obviously thought I was taking and 42nd Streets, and in this town some things too far, and he told the salesman that of those guys with work boots have more it wouldn’t be necessary. The entire sales dough than your finest Boston white shoes! team nodded. Seeing things like the engines Still, I loved the boat, and I will continue to was never necessary for their typical client. work on Bill. Fortified by the thought of work boots, That’s it for this year, and what a however, I snapped back. “Not necessary strange start to the year. With 50-degree for you,” I said, “because whenever you days in February, I ponder global warming, have a problem with the engines you call but hey, if it’s really happening, at least our me!” That was enough. The Hinckley team boating seasons will get longer! See you on now knew they had to sell the both of us, the high seas! and they quickly cleared the decks. They The Breen brothers faced inclement weather, traffic and other hazards to get their footage. Bridge Filming Continued from page 1 construction business, and Tom worked for several years in a country club as a cook, but film making is their true passion. They spe- and the latest gadget is a 360-degree cam- cialize in event filming, such as weddings era, which James used to get a panoramic and other important occasions, for which view of the bridge on the day it was closed they are paid, but the bridge project, now to public transportation. The next big event, in its third year, is their contribution to the they feel, will be the removal of the central community. section of the bridge with the signs and the James reckons that his close friendship finials that Islanders believe are the essence with Rajeev Terner influenced his interest of the bridge’s appeal. In the meantime, the in photography, since he spent a good deal brothers were especially happy to be able of time at Ron Terner’s Focal Point Gallery. to take photographs of the railings once the He also recalls that his grandfather worked chain-link fencing and barbed wire were re- in an Army film lab and that his father, an moved, recreating the original appearance enthusiastic home-movie maker, was proud of the bridge. owner of a camcorder as early as 1980. James feels that his experience in con- James recalls that in his late teens, he him- struction has given him a special insight self became fascinated with capturing mo- into the construction process. He realizes ments in time. When the controversy over that much of the project involves teamwork, the bridge design came to his attention in so that while many people observe workers 2013, he thought that the bridge replace- standing idle, they are actually waiting for ment was an event that deserved to be docu- the moment when they can work together to mented. get to the next step. For many people, the City Island In addition to Facebook, James, who Bridge represents the essence of the com- does the editing of the videos, has recently munity in its role as gateway to and from started a Twitter “@CIbridge.” Their latest the rest of the world. Rather than simply short film, “City Island Bridge: End of an recording the construction and destruction Era,” covers the entire construction project processes, the brothers want to express the up to the closing of the bridge last Decem- context in which the bridge represents the ber. Island as a whole. As they began to amass The Breens figure that the new bridge more and more footage, they realized that may well be completed by the spring of there was a great deal more to this story Edward D. Heben 2017, but their job will not be done when VHF-Ch 16 Capt. Dan than simply a construction project. They CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, AEP Tutor Perini leaves the scene. At that point 718-885-3420 have filmed interviews with many Islanders they will have to select and edit the best bits Accounting, Taxes, Business Valuations, and off-Islanders, including an artist named to make a coherent documentary film. At Financial Forensics, and Litigation Support Rego, whose mural of the bridge is on a wall CITY ISLAND first James thought the theme of the docu- 722 Commerce Street, Thornwood, NY 10594 at the Bayview Food Mart near the bridge. U. S. 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The resulting news history, but what they have produced is far flurry undoubtedly angered the Department more than the record of a construction proj- of Transportation (DOT), but he felt that the ect. Thanks to their sensitivity to the issues public deserved to be informed. His images that surround the bridge—especially the of the collapse were used in stories by News emotional response that many Island resi- 12 the Bronx, NY1 and the Bronx Times dents feel—their work will itself become an Reporter. We offer Physical Therapy for all ages and important aspect of City Island’s history. 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This prompted James to invest in a online of the bad road conditions on drone that he has used to make several dra- Shore Road; before long they were matic videos of the construction site from being interviewed by both Bronx12 ***We also provide in-home PT visits for Medicare patients the air, although he has to wait for the wind and NBC New York and successfully who are home bound. *** and sun to be cooperative. caught the attention of city agencies, James and Tommy have also rented a who must work together to remedy the Email: [email protected] boat from Jack’s Bait in order to get good situation. footage of the underpinnings of the bridge, www.cityislandpt.com March 2016 The Island Current Page Fifteen

By JOHN SHERIDAN and MARIA SUTHERLAND

An Exciting Sighting We had a lot of good surprise sight- ings in February. There was a Cooper’s hawk as we crossed the street with friends in Jackson Heights; a peregrine falcon on the ground in Drake Park in Hunts Point; and a colorful American kestrel out on a limb in a tree near the Bartow traffic cir- cle. What was exciting about each sighting was not only how unexpected it was but how close—the falcon was no more than 10 feet away, making a messy meal of a pigeon. It got better from there. On a casual walk to meet with friends on City Island Avenue, we had our attention arrested by a strange but vaguely familiar sound. Upon closer inspection of a nearby evergreen shrub, we discovered its source: a monk parakeet. We had not heard from monks since their nests were removed from util- ity lines at the southern end of the Island. We thought maybe there was a new nest Cooper’s hawk that we are unaware of. Or perhaps this specimen was scouting the area for new and Tier Street. After that, we could not sites for new nests. tell where he went. While we considered the possibilities, Harbor seals are not all that uncom- a mature American bald eagle flew just mon this time of year off City Island’s overhead. We were stunned! Absolutely shores. But they are a lot more uncommon stunned! And it was not all that high, on the west side of the Island than on the either: no higher than the tallest tree on east side. In fact, the rangers at Orchard Fordham Street. We could clearly make Beach, off City Island’s northeast side, out its white head and black body and will readily point out the rocks that seals wings, as well as its yellow talons, as like best. If you check the schedule of it flew by in the direction of Rodman’s events for Pelham Bay Park, you can usu- Neck. The monk parakeet must have seen ally find a seal-watching event or two (or it too, because no sooner had the eagle three) every winter. passed than the monk was off in the same Perhaps we should not have been as direction. We would have thought he’d be surprised as we were to see the seal as better off going the other way. close as we did and where he was. We We were sure that it couldn’t get read on the City Island Birds website that any better than that, but we were wrong. there did not seem to be as many scaup Toward the end of the month, as we hap- as usual over by Orchard Beach. The pened to glance out into the waters of scaup eat some of the same shellfish that Eastchester Bay, we noticed a small group harbor seals eat, and we have seen plenty of brant suddenly take to the sky. Obvi- of scaup feeding where the seal was seen. ously, something had disturbed them, but The conch fishing hasn’t been all that bad from below, not from above. With the aid lately, either. of our binoculars, we were able to see the Do you have an exciting sighting that seal—probably a harbor seal—that had you would like to share? Maybe you have created the disturbance. He went under- an astounding sounding instead. If so, we water again almost immediately but was here at “Sights and Sounds” would love up a few seconds later examining a moor- to hear from you at [email protected]. ing near the end of the Fordham Street Until then, keep those eyes and ears open, pier. He went up and down like this as he because here on City Island, hey, you made his way north, passing Bay Street never know!

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tardiva, or the pinky winky, which is of leave the climbers alone except for clean- medium height. All can be kept to a suit- ing away the dead wood. I spread a layer of In the Garden able size through pruning. Top dress them composted manure over the garden and add By MARY COLBY with a slow-release fertilizer and mulch to Plant-tone fertilizer and mulch. ing, likes any type of soil, sun or part hold moisture. Underplanting with large- Another winter has passed; break out shade; this is good for topiary. leafed hostas, such as the blue sieboldiana, your pitchforks and shovels. It is time to Teucrium chamaedrys is a sub-shrub gives a nice effect; a purple-leafed shrub, Spring ahead! If these tasks are accom- for less formal applications; it likes well- such as the forest pansy (cercis canaden- plished before spring arrives, you can relax drained soil and sun and is nice with roses. sis), would make for a great and exciting a bit and enjoy the emerging plants and Lavender, if kept tightly pruned each combination in the garden. flowers. spring, forms a short hedge with fragrant March is here and with it come many Mary Colby is an artist and gardener flowers; it prefers poor soil and sun. Cut chores to accomplish in the garden. Cut all whose studio is at 276 City Island Avenue. just above the old wood in early August. perennials down to the new growth, and cut She can be reached at 917-804-4509 for Paxistima canbyi, or Canby’s mountain grasses from 6 inches to a foot high. Prune consultation and design. lover, is a very useful plant but hard to shrub roses and tea roses by one third, and find, so it is best to order it online from a good nursery. It is a low-growing, spread- ing shrub with tiny evergreen foliage and makes a great ground cover, if massed, for the seashore or semi-shaded borders. It thrives in poor soil, but I find it does well in most situations so long as it’s not wet. I use it to edge a wall, where if not pruned it will cascade downward in a lovely fashion. Photo by MARY COLBY If pruned, it can be a small hedge one foot Lavender cultivers displayed at the Chelsea Flower Show, London. high; it is hardy from zone 3 to 7. Taller than two feet: Hedging Your Bets Ilex crenata tolerates most soils and likes sun or shade. With the emergence of boxwood blight Lonicera nitida “Baggesen’s gold” is (clindrocladium buxiola) in the Northeast, good for hedging or topiary; likes sun. it is wise to consider some good alterna- Pittosporum tenuifolium is great for tives. You might replace an old hedge taller hedging with a fall leaf color; prefers that has become infected or plant a new light shade. one. Boxwood is a mainstay for forming Ligustrum delavayanum is a small- low- to medium-height evergreen hedges; leafed privet that is used for topiary and plant buxus sempervirens, which is less makes a fine hedge. susceptible to blight than the other variet- Carpinus (hornbeam) is a deciduous ies. Frothy perennials and annuals planted shrub that loses its leaves in winter; it can behind or in front of formal hedging give be clipped to form a large hedge or can be structure and a sense of place to a garden. kept in mounds. “We offer free The following substitutes respond well If you are thinking of planting a tall pickup and to pruning with dense finely textured flowering hedge, I would recommend delivery” growth: any of the Hydrangea paniculatas. These Under two feet tall: shrubs, which originated in Japan, are Owned and Operated Euonymus japonicus “microphyllus” hardy and tough, and in July they delight by a City Island Resident is great for low hedges; it tolerates most for months with their pointed panicles of kinds of soil, prefers sun and part shade. flowers. Choose the taller limelight or Lonicera nitida responds to hard prun- Cormac McEnery, Esq. Elder Law Estate Planning Wills & Trusts March 2016 The Island Current Page Seventeen The Collapse of Parenting: So Who’s in Charge at Your House? By John Scardina Leonard Sax, a parent, physician, and • Teach humility. Instead of over-in- psychologist from Pennsylvania, has writ- flated praise, give feedback that is positive ten his fourth book, “The Collapse of Par- yet realistic. Effective praise is true, spe- enting,” to sound the alarm that many of us cific and helpful. Instead of “that’s the best have been hearing for some time now. How, painting I have ever seen!” say “I really like indeed, did children start to rule our lives, the way you chose that color blue for the speaking to us with disrespect and flaunt- sky when it is next to the green of the trees.” ing our rules to pursue their own immediate • Let your child experience the pains of desires? growing up. Do not micromanage every so- With the advent of cell phones, video cial situation that is difficult for them. Use games, increased childhood obesity and an this simple formula (from Fay and Cline’s “entitled generation” that we coddle with “Parenting with Love and Logic”): a) re- too much praise and too few reality checks, spond with empathy; b) pause; c) ask “what our lives have been literally turned topsy- are you going to do about it?; d) pause; e) turvy. Instead of parents being the reigning say “You are a bright and competent kid figures of love and authority in the home and I love you. I am sure you will come up (see Wendy Mogel’s “The Blessing of a with a good solution. Let me know how it Skinned Knee” for more on this), we are turns out”; f) walk away! servants to the young. How often do you • Have family dinners. The family mat- cringe in public when your child speaks to ters, and family dinners are a way to show you like this: “Just shut up, Dad, you don’t that family matters. Insist on no electronics know anything. If you don’t let me finish at the dinner table for everyone (you, too, this game (OR have this sleepover OR go to Mom and Dad!) and have some simple ex- this party), I will make dinner miserable for ercise to share. Name one good thing about everyone!” your day OR name one thing you are thank- What can we do? Here are some simple ful for OR give one piece of positive feed- tips for getting things back in line: back to the person on your left. • Be firm about family rules. Post them • Spend time with your child with no on the refrigerator. Have family meetings other agendas. Go for a walk (once again to discuss the rules and accept suggested with no electronics), play an old-fashioned amendments. Have a family motto and de- board game, go out for hot chocolate. Even cide as a group to live up to it. if you watch a movie together, discuss the plot, name your favorite parts or best char- acters and ask what would be done better TH THE SNUG’S 12 ANNUAL and differently if you were in charge. • Teach the meaning of life. It’s not all about achievement but instead about love, ST. PADDY’S DAY commitment and service to others. Make sure your family values service as part of giving back to the world. Most of us already PAR T Y have more than sufficient conditions for our happiness. 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Increased Penalties for Failure to File Tax Returns On Feb. 11, 2016, the Senate, by a vote of 75 to 20, passed H.R. 644, the “Trade Facili- tation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015.” In addition to authorizing U.S. Customs and Border Protection and making permanent the Internet Tax Freedom Act banning taxes on internet access, the bill contains a number of tax provisions, including stiffer penalties for failure to file returns. Under current law, W aRNING: unless due to reasonable cause and not will- Social Security Benefit at Risk ful neglect, the minimum penalty for failure to file certain types of tax returns (including The file-and-suspend option for col- income, estate and gift tax returns) within 60 lecting Social Security will end on April days of the due date (including extensions) 30, 2016. If you are or will soon turn age is equal to the lesser of $135 (for 2015 and 66 in the next few weeks, you can still 2016) or 100 percent of the amount of tax pursue this major Social Security benefit, required to be shown on the return. H.R. 644 which enables you to file now for your would raise the minimum penalty to $205 or Social Security but suspend your benefits 100 percent of the amount of tax required to and let your spouse collect them. While be shown on the return, effective for returns your spouse is collecting, your monthly required to be filed in calendar years after benefit rises by 8 percent per year until 2015. whatever year you decide to collect. If you change your mind later about suspending James E. McQuade, Owner your benefits, you can collect a lump-sum benefit going back to the date of your application. Family Owned & Operated This benefit can be applied whether one or both of you have reached your full for over 50 years retirement age. The strategy varies a bit when only one of you has reached full 3535 East Tremont Avenue retirement age, but the concept is similar. Regardless, Congress has ended this Bronx, NY 10465 benefit starting April 30, so you must act immediately. If your application is submit- ted to the Social Security Administration by 5 p.m. on April 29, 2026, you can still file-and-suspend. 718-792-0270 Everyone’s situation is different, and you need to look at the numbers to deter- www.schuylerhill.com mine your best option. If you need help figuring which option is best for you and your spouse, or if you have any questions, do not hesitate to call or visit your local Society Security Administration office Support CI Buy from Our Advertisers right away. March 2016 The Island Current Page Nineteen

______CITY ISLAND HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER: FINE ART PORTRAITS: Studio on City Island. 85 Winters Street. Raised ranch with attached More than 40 years of photographic expe- garage 50 x 100 lot on beach block. 3 bed- ______rience. Call Ron Terner at 718-885-1403. rooms 1-1/2 baths, hw gas heat, wood burn- PASSPORT PHOTOS taken at Focal Point Gallery, ing fireplace, wood floors throughout. Finished ______321 City Island Avenue. Call Ron at 718-885-1403. basement with wet bar and second kitchen ITALIAN LANGUAGE CONVERSATIONALIST: Need and 1/2 bath. House has a 13 x 16’ Trex deck, to communicate in Italian? Fascinated with Italy, garden area plus pear tree. New basement her language, her culture? 12 week Italian language and bedroom windows, new water heater, new program in the Bronx. Tuition $200. Exercise booklet roof. Move in condition. Call for appointment: $35. Contact: Cav. Maestro Signor Jackson, Ph.D. 718-885-1510, 914-438-4461 (cell) or 201- ______718-597-7545, [email protected]. ______401-0731. JEWELRY REPAIRED & DESIGNED: Cash for OPEN HOUSE: 164 Ditmars Street $499K. gold, watch batteries, engraved gifts, artwork, 12-3pm Saturday & Sunday, March 5 and March toys & housewares. Kaleidoscope Gallery, 280 6. 3 Bedroom/1 bath, duplex, hardwood floors, City Island Avenue, 718-885-3090. updated eat in kitchen, living room, large unfin- www.kaleidoscope280.com. ished basement, oil heat, 50’ x 100’ lot, large 2 ______car garage. Call Agent Maria @ Atlantic Emeritus LEARN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Photoshop Realty (718-885-0088) or cell (718-885-0017) for 7 or black and white photography, developing ______more info or a private appointment. film, printing, camera techniques. Call Ron at Photo by CANDY MANCUSO ArT prints of City Island Bridge by ______718-885-1403. This sidewalk at the northeast corner of Fordham Street and City Island Avenue is nice Island artist Marguerite Chadwick-Juner are CAR/LIMO SERVICE AVAILABLE TO NYC and clean, but no thanks to the owners of the corner properties, whose responsibility it REGION AIRPORTS: Designated driver for available at: marguerite-chadwickjuner.pixels. is to keep the sidewalk in good shape. This month’s City Island Community Pride award com. Seasonal panoramic views of the bridge those special evenings/events. Locations out- as well as iconic portions of the bridge can be side of NYC prices are negotiated. Beautiful goes to Carol Fitzpatrick of Fordham Street, who can often be seen sweeping and tend- purchased as prints on archival paper, alumi- ______SUV seats 7 comfortably. Call 914-419-0962. ing to the sidewalk, which would otherwise be a mess. She deserves the community’s num. acrylic and canvas, but here you can pur- BOAT SUPPLIES: Low prices: Burck’s Boat Store, thanks for showing her commitment to City Island by caring for this highly visible corner chase the images on iPhone and Galaxy cases, Customer parking 526 City Island Avenue, Bronx, at the center of the island. pillows, duvet covers, tote bags, and t-shirts! ______New York 718-885-1559. ______Show your bridge love! WEBSITES CREATED - MOBILE FRIENDLY Effective, great-looking website design, copy, tech setup. Simple, reasonable, fast. Call Katie ______Now! 646-309-7850. RESUMES WRITTEN, EDITED, LAID OUT From actors to lawyers. Concise, professional, supe- rior. Get to the next level. Call Katie 718-885- ______2929. SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER: Call me for all your cleaning needs. City Island Ref- ______erences available. Call Margaret 917-287-1132. PIANO LESSONS IN YOUR HOME: Ralph Meri- gliano, 30 years experience teaching classical, jazz, pop, music theory, instruction in digital music. Mac/ PC Pro tools music production, studio, design. [email protected], 718-885-0915, voicemail 212- ______802-5504. PAINTING AND PLASTERING : Clean professional Photo by MARY McINTYRE work at affordable rates. Call for a free quote. Dave Rehearsals are under way for the City Island Theater Group’s new production of “The ______1-646-548-8573. Diary of Anne Frank,” which opens on Friday, March 4. The cast members in this scene CITY ISLAND NOTARY PUBLIC: Certified in New include (seated, l. to r.): Penelope Golden and Phyllis Lindy and (standing): Robert Mul- York State. By appointment only, including roy, Amanda Livingston, Martin and Emma Hennessy (who plays Anne Frank). See page ______weekends. Call Johanna at 914-299-1414. AVON REPRESENTATIVE: Avon is not just cos- 2 for information about times and tickets. metics. Jewelry, clothes, vitamins, videos, com- plete line of children’s gifts, toys and more. Ask ______for catalogue. Call Emily 718-885-2430. O’Piddle D’Poo! Daily individual walks, leash training, pet sitting. Caring for City Island’s ador- able pets for 20+ years. References available. ______Call 1-646-316-6089. GIVE YOURSELF AND YOUR CHILD THE GIFT OF SUCCESS IN THE NEW YEAR! Child development specialist/certified school psychologist/parent edu- cator will help you to unlock the potential inside your student and yourself, and develop a plan for success at home and in school. ADHD coaching,consultations for learning disabilities, and parent education ( parent group meets in the CICC last Tuesday of the month). Visit www.ThinkLaughLearn.com for details or call ______John Scardina 718-885-9305. Photo by MATTIA PANZA PHOTO RESTORATION: Take old photographs The wind and rain blew so fiercely on and have them restored like new. Copies made Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2016, that a section from negatives or prints. Framing available as of plaster covering the brickwork on the ______well. Call Ron at 718-885-1403. CITY ISLAND SOUVENIRS: Sweatshirts (chil- second floor of the old school building dren’s and adult), T-shirts, mugs, postcards, at 190 Fordham Street gave way and bumper stickers @ Kaleidoscope Gallery. 280 fell to the ground. The Fire Department City Island Avenue, 718-885-3090. was quick to the scene, and a Buildings www.kaleidoscope280.com. ______Department inspector arrived soon after, ROOM FOR RENT within the City Island Com- munity Center, suitable for office: $250 month. but no one was injured, although warn- WANTED: Instructors and Summer camp pro- ing signs were put up, as other sections grams for children. Contact the Center at 718- of the plaster may give way in the future. 885-1145 or www.cityislandcommunitycenter. The Nautical Museum, which is located org. ______in the front part of the building, was not OWENS TREE EXPERTS: Tree trimming & removal. affected. ______Free estimates. Fully insured. Call 718-885-0914. Page Twenty The Island Current March 2016

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Photo by PETER CHADWICK Myra Martin (third from left) is pictured with her children (l. to r.), Susan Winters, Deb- bie Martin, Cheryl Koller, Myla Martin, Chris Martin and Babette Martin. The family surprised her with a party on Sunday, Feb. 7 at the Morris Yacht Club in honor of her 90th birhday. Still the “man of my dreams”....Happy Birthday honey, Love Angel. Photo courtesy of THE HEBEN FAMILY and Benjamin Lee Heben, formerly of Samuel Lawrence Heben was born Jan. 25, 2016. City Island and now working for Google and living in Silicon Valley. Beaming Congratulations to Boy Scout Troop maternal grandparents are Adela and 211 and Cub Scout Pack 211, which Lawrence Zoeller of Virginia Beach, participated in the annual Klondike VA. Competition. Troop 211 took the “North Happy 80th birthday on March 5 Pole” (first place) for their fourth year across the miles in Florida to former Bay in a row, and Cub Scout Pack 211 took Street resident Paul Buhl, with love from the “South Pole” (second place) for their your family and friends. Enjoy your spe- second year in a row. Great job! cial day! It’s finally happened! Former Island- Best wishes for a very happy birthday ers Bette and Edward Heben are very on March 8 to Marine Street’s Chris But- proud to announce that, for the very terworth, with love from the Butterworth first time, they have finally joined the and Doyle families. illustrious ranks of grandparent status. Birthday greetings to Hunter Ave- Samuel Lawrence Heben was born on nue’s Judy McCormick, who will cel- Jan. 25, 2016, in Mountain View, CA. ebrate her big day on March 18, with EDMOND (Teddy) PRYOR Thrilled parents are Lisa Zoeller Heben love from her family and friends. It was a wonderful occasion as ATTORNEY AT LAW Islander Myra Martin celebrated her 1925 Williamsbridge Road 300 City Island Avenue 90th birthday with her children and Bronx, City Island, grandchildren, who surprised her with New York 10461 (718) 829-0222 New York 10464 a party at the Morris Yacht Club. About www.pryorlaw.com 60 of her close friends and family were on hand to celebrate with the youngest 90-year-old we know! St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church A very happy birthday to Russell Pro- haska, who will blow out his birthday Holy Week Schedule 2016 candles on March 26 with a little help from his family and friends. Confessions Happy birthday to Joseph Nelson on Saturday, March 19 March 10 and to his dad, Joe, on March 28, with love from the Butterworth and 4:30-5 p.m. Doyle families. Palm Sunday - March 20 Birthday greetings to Pell Place’s Vigil Mass- Saturday 5:15 p.m. Barbara Stiene on March 31, with love Sunday 9 a.m., 11 a.m. from your family and friends. ( Blessing of Palm at all Masses) Best wishes for a happy retirement to Bay Street’s Bob Swieciki with love HOLY Thursday - March 24 from your family. 9 a.m. - TENEBRAE ( No morning Mass) Maria Swieciki Consists of Psalms and Readings SOLEMN COMMEMORATION OF THE LORD’S SUPPER 7:30 p.m. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM AND RETURN TO: Procession to Repository MOVING? ISLAND CURRENT, P.O. BOX 6, CITY ISLAND, NY 10464 Adoration to 10 p.m. NAME______GOOD FRIDAY - March 25 OLD ADDRESS______APT. #______CITY______STATE______ZIP______9 a.m. - TENEBRAE (No morning Mass) Consists of Psalms and Readings NEW ADDRESS______APT. #______CITY______STATE______ZIP______STATIONS OF THE CROSS - 12 Noon PLEASE ALLOW 6-8 WEEKS FOR CHANGE TO TAKE EFFECT. COMMEMORATION OF THE PASSION AND DEATH OF JESUS - 4 p.m. Confessions 5- 6 p.m. HOLY SATURDAY- March 26 8 a.m. - TENEBRAE (No morning Mass) Consists of Psalms and Readings Confessions 9 -10 a.m. & 4 -5 p.m. SOLEMN EASTER VIGIL - 8 p.m. WILL BE HELD AT OUR LADY OF THE CITY STATE ASSUMPTION CHURCH Rate: $12 per year EASTER SUNDAY - March 27 Masses 9 a.m., 11 a.m.