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larchmontledger.com march 2018 vol. 14 - issue 3 issue - 14 vol. 2018 march 2 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Awards for Young Artists on the Rise In February, The Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 126 Larchmont Avenue, Larchmont, held a student art show featuring high school students from Mamaroneck High School, French American High School of New York, New Rochelle High School and Maria Regina High School . The exceptional artwork was the basis for the Young Artists on the Rise 2018 show. First place winners received blue ribbons and the Best in Show received a $50 award. Cage Free by Zoe Guyot of the French American School, sculpture

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Lemon and Lime, by Tricia Ballard of Mamaroneck High School, watercolor Swimming Pool by Anne Whittemore of Mamaroneck High School, acrylic www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • March 2018 • 3 Hampshire Country Club Presents its Development Plans

BY JANET O’CONNELL schools since the plan was to Hampshire Recreation has sell the condos to people 55 submitted a 2000-page On Tuesday, February and older. He admitted that state-mandated environ- 13, 2018, Dan Pfeffer, repre- there would be some addi- mental impact study, and the senting the owners of Mama- tional traffic but probably planning board is currently roneck’s Hampshire Country not during school hours, and evaluating the data. On Feb- Club appeared before the he noted that people are al- ruary 14, the evening after Larchmont-Mamaroneck ready using the club’s roads this Local Summit program, Local Summit to present his as a cut through. The pro- Hampshire representatives company’s plans for devel- posed condos were expected made their presentation at a oping the club property. He to pay about $1.5 million in Village of Mamaroneck Plan- was joined by his colleague school taxes. ning session. Susan Goldberger, as well as, After the zoning board Pfeffer concluded his re- David Cooper from the law turned down the original marks by saying that his pref- firm Zarin Steinmetz and plan, the owners prepared erence is still to go with the Michael Junghans of the en- a new project to build 44 original plan of constructing gineering firm Kimley-Horn. single-family homes and 61 condominiums above the ex- Pfeffer and his asso- town houses. Michael Jung- isting club house. He said ciates bought the bankrupt hans said that the new plan that all that they are asking golf club in 2010. Two years would necessitate shorten- for is a change in the zoning later they proposed building ing the golf course from 18 laws to permit this. 121 one and two-bedroom holes to 9, relocating the ten- The Larchmont/Mama- condominiums on top of the nis courts, putting in a new roneck Local Summit is an existing club house. They road out to Boston Post Road, informal community council envisioned selling these con- and bringing in enormous that seeks to make life bet- dos to empty nesters, and the position, and the Village of Hampshire tries to be a good launch for community use. amounts of land fill to build ter in the tri-municipal area. plan did not involve changing Mamaroneck voted against neighbor and citizen. The The goal had been to the new houses above the The Summit meets monthly the foot print or the height of revising the zoning laws. golf teams of both Mama- maintain as much open space flood plain. at the Nautilus Diner in Ma- the existing buildings. Opponents cited concerns roneck High School and Rye as possible, while providing This plan for 105 addi- maroneck at 7:45 a.m. usual- Because the club’s prop- about increased traffic, ad- Neck High School practice the condominium residents tional houses meets current ly on the third Tuesday of the erty is zoned for single-fam- ditional children in area at the club, and a number of with amenities including a zoning requirements and month. The next breakfast ily residences, the condo schools, and issues with the organizations use the club’s screening room, a lap pool, does not need the approval of meeting will take place on plan meant that the zoning club’s proximity to Long Is- facilities for their benefits. and, of course, golf. Pfeffer the Village Board of Trustees. Tuesday March 20, 2018 on laws had to be changed. But land Sound and wetlands. The proposed plan includ- noted that there would have But it does require permis- the topic of health care leg- the plan met with local op- Pfeffer noted that ed a bike path and a kayak been very little impact on the sion of the Planning Board. islation. 4 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Film Screening of “Wasted The Story of Food Waste” The Town of Mama- waste issue in America. Radow remarked, “This film roneck’s Sustainability Col- The screening includes a transforms our understand- laborative together with the Q&A with directors, Nari Kye ing of food. This event will Village of Larchmont’s Com- and Lydia Tenaglia, helpful inspire people to toss less and mittee on the Environment and delicious food tips and feed more among us.” announce the screening of recipes and an opportunity For more infor- Anthony Bourdain’s “WAST- to find out about food waste mation about “WAST- ED! The Story of Food Waste” recycling right here in town. ED! The Story of Food to be presented at the Larch- Volunteers will be on hand Waste” view the trailer mont Library on Saturday, with food waste recycling kits at https://www.face- March 3rd at 2:00 pm. Admis- for those leftovers that cannot book.com/townofmama- sion is free. be eaten but can still be kept roneckenvironment/vid- Over one third of the food out of the solid waste stream eos/1560780720666673/ in America is WASTED. This and incinerators. Contact the Town Super- new documentary by Anthony Town Supervisor Nancy visor’s office for more infor- Bourdain aims to change the Seligson said, “We thank Beth mation at 914.381.7805. Find way people buy, cook, eat and Radow of our Sustainability information on the Town’s recycle food. Through the eyes Collaborative for researching other environmental initia- of chefs like Bourdain, one can and bringing us this import- tives at www.townofmama- see the tremendous problem ant and entertaining film as roneck.org/sustainability of food waste and how each the Town of Mamaroneck or on the Facebook page at person can make small chang- make the most of every kind beca Film Festival, “WASTED heels of impressive reviews continues to promote its Food https://www.facebook.com/ es – all of them delicious – to of food. Direct from the Tri- ” arrives in Larchmont on the and with a goal to make a dent Waste Composting program.” townofmamaroneckenviron- in the enormity of the food Collaborative member, Beth ment/ www.larchmontledger.com Debbie and Jeff Meiliken Join McClellan Sotheby’s International Realty Debbie Meiliken, one of the top multi-million dollar brokers in Westchester, has real estate in her blood, having grown up in a prominent Toronto based real estate family. She has 25 years of real estate experience in all facets of the industry including listing, selling, investing, consulting, staging and media commentating. Most recently she was working at the Larchmont office of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s -In ternational Realty. Jeff Meiliken, a Westchester native, graduated from Cornell and has lived in Belgium, Italy and Peru where he ran marketing programs for numerous international consumer brands. He was the artistic director and general manager of a large New York art fabrication and photography studio and later managed a trading desk for financial derivatives. After many years of helping Debbie in various aspects of her Get out of the profession, Jeff decided to get his own real estate license and officially join her team. Consummate pros at renovating and flipping homes for Debbie Meiliken themselves and their clients, Jeff and Debbie bring true and fog of addiction practical knowledge of all aspects of the buying, selling and renovating process. Their combined background in real estate, marketing and interior design, ensures that their listings not only out- shine their competition but speak directly to buyers, creating an emotional bond long before they pull into the driveway. The Meiliken team is known from and back into Pelham to Bedford as the go-to specialists in homes that oth- er brokers failed to sell. They have a unique 4-step approach for marketing and the unequaled global reach of the Sothe- your life. by’s brand. The Meilikens currently live in the Greenhaven section of Rye with their two teenage children. They have been very involved in multiple community activities including youth Experienced Substance Abuse baseball, basketball and soccer leagues and they have been ardent advocates for special needs children. and Addiction Therapist “We are looking forward to working at McClellan Sothe- by’s International Realty, Pelham’s #1 real estate firm. We ex- Confidential, supportive and pect to greatly expand our business with our new affiliation,” commented Debbie. non-judgmental environment “Debbie and Jeff are passionate about the value of the Sotheby’s brand and we are thrilled that they have chosen to stay with the brand and affiliate with our office in Pelham,” commented Sona Davidian, President of the firm. “They are Scott Swanezy a very successful team and we are sure they will flourish in their new office.” Debbie can be reached at 914.500.9198 and Jeff Meiliken (914) 434-9945 www.outofthefog.info Jeff can be reached at 914.450.5960. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • March 2018 • 5 Polpettina – More than Just Meatballs

Fries offered including Sea Salt, crispy and go well with one of the wonderful vegetarian nibble. Garlic & Herb, Spicy (with chi- delicious cocktails from the bar. potle and ancho chilies), Truffle Not surprising, one of the most Polpettina Parmesan, Bacon + Egg, or “Make requested appetizers is Crispy 147 Larchmont Avenue BY CLAUDIA LUTZKY and truffle honey. The Black Truf- ThemPolpettina” with mozzarella Eggplant Chips (see recipe online Larchmont 341-1460 fle Pie has taleggio, béchamel and and Bolognese. All are perfectly at larchmontledger.com). Another Polpettina.com The original Polpettina mushrooms and the Caciocavallo opened in Eastchester seven years is a lovely creation of prosciutto, ago. The restaurant flourished and peach jam, basil and salted pista- LMCTV Moves to Temporary Space co-owner, Michael Abruzese decid- chios. Each Signature Pie on the LMCTV — Larchmont-Mamaroneck ed to expand and open a second, menu elevates pizza beyond any- Community Television Inc., the Community larger location in Larchmont, in one’s expectations. Media Center serving Larchmont, Mama- the space that formerly housed the Vegetables at Polpettina are roneck and Rye Neck, has moved its studio, Spanish restaurant Espana. exciting, unique and have both news office, and field production equipment Abruzese began his journey Italian and Asian influences. The to the Mamaroneck Town Center at 740 W. at the Culinary Institute of Amer- Kale is prepared with garlic, ginger Boston Post Road. ica. After a brief internship in St. and lemon; and Broccoli Rabe with For the month of February, new produc- Thomas, he travelled to Miami and garlic, pecorino and chili flakes. In tion was suspended, explains Matt Sullivan, worked in the kitchens of Japanese addition, Asian-inspired Kimchi, a Chief Operating Officer. The new studio is restaurants, Nemo and Shojii Su- Michael Abruzese fermented cabbage blend of ginger, on the third floor, just down the hall from shi. Abruzese never forgot his Ital- etarian Falafel Meatball, perfectly garlic and Korean spices, is some- LMCTV’s existing main office and program- ian roots moving on to Il Mulino in balanced with pickled red onion thing you may never have tried, but ming facility. Says Sullivan, “Having all staff Greenwich Village, a mecca for red gremolata, spices and served with will again. and facilities in the same place will give us effi- sauce dishes. These among other dill buttermilk. Try all three for the If you are in the mood for a ciency and flexibility and improved service to restaurants along the way, served complete experience. Pasta dish, Polpettina offers the our communities.” He added, “The Town has been most welcoming and cooperative.” to create the vision for Polpettina. The pizzas at Polpettina are classics such as Bolognese, classi- Suburban Construction’s Mike DiSisto is in charge of the project. Along with LMCTV staff, Habitat Abruzese naturally creat- definitely worth mentioning as cally prepared with béchamel and for Humanity Westchester was helping with the renovations. ed three unique and best-selling well. They serve traditional as well pappardelle or Penna Vodka with Optimum and FiOS subscribers in Mamaroneck, Rye Neck, and Larchmont will see some programs meatballs. Topping the list is the as Polpettina’s Signature Pies that speck, vodka sauce, parsley and repeated, like “The Local Live” newscast. Beef Meatball, using only first qual- are categorically appetizing. Of pecorino. The Truffled Carbonara Coverage of municipal and school board meetings are not affected, and varsity sports will continue ity, 100% domestically-raised beef course, there is the Neapolitan Pie, is a combination of roasted mush- as usual assures Sullivan. The Bulletin Board will also continue to be published daily. from Meat Purveyors, Pat LaFrie- round with sauce with a thin crisp rooms, pancetta, farm egg, pecori- LMCTV’s existing studio on Library Lane is slated for demolition, making way for new apartments. da. The meatball is seasoned with crust. The well-known, Grandma – no on rigatoni. Call ahead to find out LMCTV expects to complete the move by the end of February. A ribbon-cutting in the new studio at tomato basil, ricotta, pecorino and a square pie with cheese and sauce, about the evening’s pasta specials . . the Town Center is being planned in early spring. parsley. For a more Asian twist, or San Marzano with garlic and . Uni Butter and Linguine is a flavor- LMCTV hopes to find a permanent, new home in the Old Hooks Firehouse on Mamaroneck Avenue. the Chicken Meatball is a blend of fresh basil. (A great deal is happy ful treat. white and dark meat along with hour, 4 – 7pm daily – when the pies Quick mention: two won- sesame soy jus, scallions, cilantro, are $10.) The most-ordered Signa- derful appetizers to try are the pickled carrots, a spicy aioli and are ture Pie – the Black Mission Fig – is Korean-Style Spicy Chicken Wings wonderfully juicy. Third, but cer- wonderfully combined with pan- made with kimchi and blue cheese tainly not least is Polpettina’s veg- cetta, goat cheese, arugula pesto buttermilk; and wide variety of Tax Tips for Seniors and Maps and Imagination Discussed Guest speaker Julian Block will advise a Home on the Sound audience on Tuesday, March 13 on how to take advantage of current tax rules. He will discuss what to do now to reduce taxes for this year and gain a head start for future years. Block finds that many seniors needlessly overpay their federal and state income taxes. The speaker is a nationally recognized attorney and author who has been cited as: “a leading tax professional” (New York Times); “an accomplished writer on taxes” (Wall Street Journal); and “an authority on tax planning” (Financial Planning Maga- zine). Block himself is a member of the host service organization which enhances the quality of life for seniors in Larchmont and Mamaroneck. One of At Home on the Sound’s favorite speakers, geogra- pher Tim Alexander, returns to the Tuesday afternoon series on Julian Block March 27 with a talk on “Maps and Imagination.” He will trace examples of the marriage of knowledge and imagination in map- ping from its outset. After a brief historical review, he will move on to maps as metaphors in the search for discovery, the framework for quests, structure of novels, and creation of science fiction. Alexander has an MMA with Honors from the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Geog- raphy, and an AB in Philosophy from Stanford. At Home on the Sound, a membership organization, is a lifeline for senior citizens in Larch- mont and Mamaroneck, providing various educational programs and services, including transpor- tation to doctors, grocery stores, exercise classes and cultural events. Both programs are free and open to the public at Russell Hall in Larchmont Avenue Church, 60 Forest Park Avenue, Larchmont at 4:00 pm with refreshments at 3:30 pm. www://athomeonthesound.org. 6 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com CALENDAR OF EVENTS

On March 25 at 4pm, St. Thomas The Mamaroneck Artists Guild’s On April 12 from 7 to 10pm, the Shen Yun will be at the Performing The Woman’s Club of Larchmont On March 24, Livingston Taylor will Episcopal Church, 168 West Boston 14th Annual Open Juried Small Center for Continuing Education Art Center at Purchase College presents a program on March 16 perform at The Emelin Theatre, 153 Post Road, Mamaroneck presents a Works Exhibition will take place will hold Comedy Night at Molly SUNY, 735 Anderson Hill Road, with Paul Schwendener, executive Library Lane, Mamaroneck. Call special concert, The Passion of Our from March 29 through April 21 at Spillane’s on Mamaroneck Avenue, Purchase from April 19 through director of the All Star Orchestra. 698-0098 for tickets. Lord with choir and director, organist 126 Larchmont Avenue, Larchmont Mamaroneck hosted by Hommocks April 25. For times and tickets, The program is at 1:30pm and is Eric Milnes. If you have questions, with a reception on April 7 from 3 to Middle School teacher and come- visit ShenYun.com/NY or call free and open to the public at the contact the Rev. Carol Gadsden at 5pm. For additional information, call dian Ron Nobles, featuring several 888-90-SHOWS (74697). Larchmont Avenue Church, 60 Forest 698-0300. 834-1117 and visit mamaroneck- comedians including Charles McBee. Park Avenue, Larchmont. artistsguild.org For tickets and additional informa- tion, visit LMCCE.org

UPCOMING EVENTS co-sponsor Cartoonists Against MARCH At 10am, join the Sheldrake En- Street, Purchase will hold the Avenue. Doors open at 11:30am The Aging Mastery Program, an- the Holocaust Exhibition, 150 car- 1 vironmental Center, 685 Weaver MFA Writing Program’s Graph- with luncheon served at 12:30pm. nounced registration is open for toons and period photographs in From 11am to 12:15pm and 12:30 Street, Larchmont for a Com- ic Narrative and Novel Writing RSVP by March 22 (tickets $45/ a new 10-session course designed the context of the Nazi Genocide to 1:45pm, Westchester Commu- munity Nature Program called, Workshops for Adults and Teens. person). Include your name, to help older adults learn how to and the world’s response. Call the nity College, 75 Grassland Road, Bilingual Get Crafty, with songs, A special guest keynote and free phone, address, and names of enrich their longevity, by mas- synagogue at 967-4382 for exhibi- Valhalla presents David Amram stories and crafts for a young presentation will be held at 1pm seating requests. Send to Rita tering aging with other members tion hours. and Brian Fleming as part of the naturalist in English and French. by Colleen Doran. To register for Davidson, 28 Stuyvesant Avenue, of the community. The program Poets & Writers Series held in the Register at sheldrakecenter.org the workshops visit community. Larchmont, NY 10538. Make will start on March 22, at the Am- The Mamaroneck Public Library, Gateway Center’s Davis Auditori- mville.edu/events/MFAGraphic- checks payable to the Woman’s bassador of Scarsdale, 9 Saxon 136 Prospect Avenue now offers um. Free and open to the public. 11 NovelWorkshopMarch2018 Club of Larchmont, Inc. Wood Road, White Plains at 2pm Homework Help for grades 1 For questions call 606-6716. From 5 to 8pm, the Mamaroneck and will repeat on a weekly basis through 5 from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Artists Guild presents, The Din- From 9am to 1pm, Mamaroneck 31 through May 24. Participation Call 698-1250 to learn more. For At 9:30am, the Interfaith Council ner Party – A Celebration of Wom- High School students will spon- At 8pm, the RUBBERBANDance is free, but space is limited and more information, visit mama- will meet in the Chapter Room en Artists, as guests are invited to sor their 9th Annual Furniture Group will perform at the Per- an enrollment application is re- ronecklibrary.org of St. John’s Episcopal Church, create a ceramic plate, table mat, Drive to collect gently-used fur- forming Art Center, PepsiCo The- quired for registration. For more 4 Fountain Square, Larchmont. cup, vase or candelabra cele- niture to benefit Westchester atre, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Pur- information and/or to receive an AARP Income Tax Assistance Rosemary Parendelis will pres- brating a particular female artist families in need, in the parking chase. Visit artscenter.org or call application form, contact Mari- will be available Fridays, through ent, Breathing in a Spirit and along with a pot luck dinner and lot at Mamaroneck High School, 251-6200 for tickets and details. kay Capasso at 813-6427 or email April 13 from 10am to 2:30pm Calmness. All are welcome to this shared conversation. To register 1000 W. Boston Post Road, rain or [email protected] in the Community Room of the free event. For further informa- call 834-1117 or email gallery@ma- shine. Go to www.furnitureshare- APRIL Mamaroneck Public Library, 136 tion, call 632-7735. maroneckartistsguild.org house.org to make sure furniture 2 From March 20 through April Prospect Avenue. Assistance is meets the donation guidelines or The Osteoporosis Awareness 12, Manhattanville College, 2900 available on a drop-in basis for 6 14 call 834-1294. Group will meet from 7 to 9pm, Purchase Street, Purchase hosts seniors and low and moderate-in- At 7pm, Purchase College will The Greenburgh Nature Center, at the Burke Rehabilitation Hos- the 6th Annual International come taxpayers. host the 12th Annual John How- 155 Dromore Road, Scarsdale 25 pital, 785 Mamaroneck Avenue, Film Festival with six films to be ard Lecture on Law and Justice will show a documentary enti- The Sheldrake Environmental White Plains. For complete de- screened in the Berman Theatre The Greater Westchester Orchid in the Lecture Hall of the Natural tled, Wasted! The Story of Food Center, 685 Weaver Street, Larch- tails, call 260-9339. at 7pm on March 20, 22, April 2, Society meets at the Harrison Sciences Building, 735 Anderson Waste by Anthony Bourdain in mont will host a Neighborhood 4, 10 and 12. Free admission. For Community Center, 216 Halstead Hill Road, Purchase, featuring partnership with the Sierra Club Nature program at 10am called, 8 more information, call 201-681- Avenue, Harrison, on the second Professor John Howard speaking Lower Hudson. Learn more at April Fool’s Big Foot Walk. Regis- At 3pm, the Westchester Phil- 6878. Tuesday of each month. Those on, If Free Speech is Not Free: wastedfilm.com. Free and open ter at sheldrakecenter.org or call harmonic will perform, Eternal interested are asked to contact Who Will Pay the Price? For more to the public. For details, visit 834-1443. Spring, featuring double bass Treasures of the Earth: Mineral Cordelia Dirlam at 973-420-4966. information, call 251-6631. Free greenburghnaturecenter.org or soloist-leader Edgar Meyer at Masterpieces from the Robert R. and open to the public. call 723-3470. Skate with the Easter Bunny from the Performing Arts Center, Pur- Wiener Collection will be on view Painting Classes led by artist Pa- noon to 2pm at the Hommocks chase College, Concert Hall, 735 through April 1, at the Bruce Mu- tricia Miner-Sutherland are held 10 16 Ice Rink. Anderson Hill Road, Purchase. seum, 1 Museum Drive, Green- at the Larchmont-Mamaroneck The Mamaroneck Public Library From 6 to 9pm, Hommocks Mid- Call 251-6200 or visit artscenter. wich, CT. For further informa- Senior Center at the VFW Post, 136 Prospect Avenue presents dle School presents STEM-tastic 29 org to attend. tion, visit brucemuseum.org. 1288 Boston Post Road, Larch- Mary Bermingham, LMSW, a 2018 from the STEM Alliance of The Woman’s Club of Larchmont mont, every Wednesday from 1 to certified Daring Way Facilitator Larchmont-Mamaroneck. Tick- will hold their annual fundrais- 10 Through the end of March, the 3pm. All media is taught, begin- speaking on Self Compassion at ets are free. ing Philanthropic Luncheon Legal Services of the Hudson Holocaust and Human rights Ed- ners and advanced painters are 11am in the Community Room. featuring silent auctions, raffles, Valley will hold the 2018 Equal ucation Center and Congregation welcome. Call 834-8840 for more Call 698-1250 for questions. 24 boutique jewelry table, bake sale Access to Justice Dinner from 6 Emanu-El of Westchester, 2125 information. From 11am to 4pm, Manhat- and gift baskets at the Larch- to 9pm at the Ritz Carlton, White Westchester Avenue, Rye will tanville College, 2900 Purchase mont Yacht Club, One Woodbine Plains. To attend, call 949-1305. A real estate company is like a home. The great ones have a strong foundation.

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SCARSDALE 4 Chase Road | 914.723.5225 8 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.shorelinepub.com The Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee Announces 2018 Grand Marshal The pipers were piping try and his community for at 1:30 p.m., starting on Ma- and the dancers were dancing many years, Doc Kiernan em- maroneck Avenue in front of at the Larchmont Shore Club bodies the life and sacrifice of Mamaroneck Avenue School recently, as the Sound Shore St. first-responders, as well as our in the Village. This wonder- Patrick’s Day Parade Commit- Irish heritage and the Amer- ful family-friendly event cel- tee presented the ceremonial ican immigrant experience,” ebrates Irish heritage as well sash to the 2018 parade Grand said committee President Lau- as the American immigrant Marshal, Raymond “Doc” Ki- ra Murphy. “We are honored experience. ernan, along with the official to have Doc as our Grand Mar- To learn how individuals charge to lead the 7th Annual shal. This is sure to be the best or groups can march in the Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Sound Shore Parade yet!” parade, become a parade spon- Parade on March 18th. The For his choice as “Aides to sor or make a tax-deductible Shamrocks and Hearts Dinner the Grand Marshal,” Kiernan donation to the Sound Shore MC duties were deftly handled chose his wife Sue, and three Parade Scholarship Fund, visit by newly elected Westchester children, Dennis, Shea and Rory. the Sound Shore St. Patrick’s County Executive George La- The 7th Annual Sound Day Parade Committee official timer, long time Sound Shore Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade website at www.SoundShore- parade supporter. steps off on Sunday, March Parade.com or call Michael The Sound Shore St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee with County Executive George Latimer and the 2018 Grand “Having served his coun- 18th. Marchers will step off Murphy at (914) 424-3422. Marshal, Raymond “Doc” Kiernan and his official Aides, Sue, Shea, Dennis and Rory Kiernan Colonel Reed Bonadonna Receives Book Carolyn Fugere Named William Pitt and Award at Larchmont Yacht Club Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty’s Manager of the Year Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s In- tive members to well over 100. ternational Realty announced “It is an honor to be named on February 16, that Carolyn Manager of the Year,” said Fuge- Fugere, manager of the firm’s re. “The Larchmont brokerage Larchmont brokerage, has been could not have achieved its named the company’s 2017 Man- success without our amazing ager of the Year. Fugere was cho- group of agents, who bring deep sen from among 16 brokerage knowledge of current real estate managers for the honor, win- conditions and our communi- ning the award for the second ties, as well as a dedication to fo- time in her career with the firm. cusing on what is best for our cli- “Carolyn continuously ents and building relationships proves an amazing asset to our that will grow for generations. company with her outstanding If we believe that everyone de- support and leadership,” said Carolyn Fugere serves the exceptional, then we Paul Breunich, President and have to be exceptional, which Chief Executive Officer of Wil- Breunich attributed the is why we are focused on con- liam Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sothe- accomplishment to Fugere’s sistently improving ourselves by’s International Realty. “She boutique style of operations and and giving our clients the best is resourceful and always finds hands-on guidance and support service possible. In conjunction ways to work through any issue, of her sales force. “Carolyn has with our brand’s reputation and large or small. Additionally, Car- placed an emphasis on attract- global reach, I am confident my olyn is a superb teacher and role ing and developing new talent team will realize continued suc- model, especially to new agents. in the industry and providing cess in 2018.” Her phenomenal training and education in the office on a dai- Fugere, who has been in The Burke Chapter of the Association of the United States Navy (AUSN) held its 30th Annual educational programs encour- ly basis,” he said. “It is hardly a the real estate industry for over a Mess Night at the historic Larchmont Yacht Club, on January 19, 2018. The Chapter is named in hon- age new agents and give them surprise to see a correlation in decade, initially led William Pitt or of Ensign James F. Burke, Jr. a naval aviator who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1967. He left the ability to confidently work increased productivity among Sotheby’s International Realty’s behind a wife and a daughter who was born five months after his death. with both buyers and sellers. I new sales associates with the operations in Litchfield Coun- Colonel Reed Bonadonna USMC (Ret) was the principal speaker. His book Soldiers and Civiliza- am proud to recognize Carolyn company.” ty, Conn., and the Berkshires, tion, How the Profession of Arms Thought and Fought the Modern World into Existence received the as our Manager of the Year.” Fugere’s commitment to Mass. During her time in this Admiral David Glasgow Farragut Book Award sponsored by the Burke Chapter. Under Fugere’s leadership, the community extends be- region, the firm’s sales volume Rear Admiral Rosen presented a New York Naval Militia Sailing Trophy to Commodore Carl the Larchmont brokerage has yond the Larchmont brokerage. grew at a rate that far exceed- Olsson of the Larchmont Yacht Club. The Chapter held a presidential election and Captain Frank for four consecutive years wit- Upon moving into the Larch- ed the general market growth, Goldszer was elected president by proclamation. He replaced Captain Tom Dufficy who had held nessed an increase in the aver- mont managerial role in 2014, leading the company to become the post for the past 30 years. Captain Dufficy gratefully accepted the plaudits bestowed upon him. age sale price of transactions in she immediately volunteered to the largest brokerage in total The Burke Chapter Mess has a tradition of inviting as guests Cadets/Midshipmen from SUNY which it has participated. The serve on the Larchmont Cham- dollars and units in Litchfield Maritime and the US Merchant Marine Academy and their escort officers. The young folks and the brokerage has also increased ber of Commerce board, where County. Today in Larchmont, members of the Mess always enjoy each other. The Burke Chapter once again authorized the funding its market share in the Mama- she was appointed to the role she manages 67 agents serv- of the Vice Admiral Andrew P. O’Rourke scholarship administered by the AUSN. roneck school district each year of president. Fugere worked to ing Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Navy Mess Nights are formal dinners that find their origins in the feasts of Viking warriors during Fugere’s tenure, outper- increase their funding by over New Rochelle, Rye Neck and who mourned their dead and celebrated their victories. Mess Nights are full of tradition, history and forming the market by 20 per- 400 percent after reviving their other communities throughout comradery. cent in 2017. membership from a dozen ac- Southern Westchester County. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • March 2018 • 9 Broadway in your Own Backyard: MHS Presents Woman’s Club of Larchmont aids Larchmont/ Its All-School Musical, Les Misérables, Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force With monthly food drives March 1 - 3 from September through De- cember, the Women’s Club has donated over 500 food items to the Larchmont/Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force. The Club is trying to donate 1,000 items this year. Pictured are donations collected in December during the Club’s annual Book and Au- thor Luncheon. Sue Ellen Com- mender (left), Siobhan Burrell, and Deidre Corwin, of the Woman’s Club of Larchmont have the donations ready to go to the Hunger Task Force. Dive into the Geothermal Pools of Iceland

Les Misérables, the dramatic adaptation of Victor Hugo’s Romantic novel, has long been consid- ered one of the most iconic works of theater, exploring themes of faith, forgiveness, love, betrayal, justice and hope. It includes such memorable songs as “I Dreamed A Dream,” “On My Own,” “Do You Hear the People Sing?” and “Master of the House”. Les Misérables continues to captivate audiences around the world, and this MHS production, exquisitely sung to the lyrical score played by incred- ible student musicians in the Pit Orchestra, is sure to captivate. A flash mob from the upcoming production surprised staff at a recent faculty meeting. Sienna Perez Wins the USA Climbing Youth Bouldering Championship Sienna Perez, a fifth grade student at Chatsworth Elemen- tary School in Larch- mont, recently won Your Bucket List Adventure starts with us. the 2018 USA Climb- We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences you never knew existed. ing Youth Bouldering Championship. The competition took place in Salt Lake City, Utah at the Salt Palace Con- vention Center in Feb- ruary. She participates on a very competitive team, as Team Rock 914.833.8880 placed 2nd in the nation. The 10 year old is a member of Team Rock, which trains at 69 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708 The Rock Club in Pinebrook Fitness, New Rochelle. Perez got in- www.luxurytravelservice.com volved with rock climbing when she was 7 after attending a sum- mer camp program. She fell in love with the sport and practices TM 2.5 hours a day, usually between 3-5 days a week. Save Time. Make One Call. Have the Time of Your Life. Perez also attended advanced training camps in San Diego and Boston this season. She took part in her first international competition in Canada, a regional championship, and won first place. As a sports enthusiast, Perez also plays soccer and lacrosse. 10 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com Town of Mamaroneck Appoints Jeffery L. Strong Turnout at Community Conversation Nearly 200 community members King to Town Board attended the community conversation In January, Jeffery L. King was appointed to on potential strategies regarding near- the Mamaroneck Town Board to fill the vacant term enrollment/instructional space seat left by Thomas Murphy who was elected challenges on February 6. The feed- mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck in Novem- back the Board of Education members ber. are getting, was the format of the eve- King is a life-long resident of the Town of ning. Small group discussions were Mamaroneck and works for J.T. Magen, a con- facilitated by Board members and struction company. “I am honored to be appoint- administrators, followed by individu- ed to the Mamaroneck Town Council. I look for- al comments in the Hommocks Audi- ward to serving with my fellow board members torium. This provided attendees the and having a productive 2018,” he said. opportunity to engage in meaningful Town Supervisor Nancy Seligson noted conversation and feel that their voices she is excited to have Jeff King join the board were heard. along with newly elected councilmember Sa- Additionally, community input is extremely valuable to the Board as it moves forward in deter- brina Fiddelman. “Jeff brings a fresh perspec- mining potential near-term solutions (for September). On Tuesday, Feb. 27, Board members had the tive to the board that along with newly elected chance to publicly discuss the feedback from the community conversation, as well as the hundreds Councilmember Sabrina Fiddelman and veter- of emails and letters they have been receiving and reading over the past several weeks. an Councilwomen Jaine Elkind Eney and Abby If you would like to weigh in on the benefits and challenges to the short-term strategies pro- Katz, will enhance the Town Council’s dynamic posed to date, email the Board at [email protected]. and work.” Members of the Town Council serve four- year terms. However, members appointed to fill Emily Macias-Capellan Named Hommocks unexpired terms, such as Mr. King, serve until the November following their appointment, at Interim Principal for 2018-19 School Year which point they must be elected to the Council. Sabrina Fiddelman (left) and Jeffrey L. King For more information on the Town’s Boards and Committees, see the Town’s website at www. On January 30, Super- critical that we have townofmamaroneckny.org and the Town’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/TownofMa- intendent of Schools Dr. Rob- confidence in a new maroneckNY/ or call the Town Supervisor’s office at 914.381.7805. ert Shaps announced that the administrative lead- Board of Education at its work er’s ability to keep session in the morning, ap- Hommocks on the Kevin Shen Becomes Eagle proved his recommendation to path of continuous name current Hommocks Mid- improvement and dle School Assistant Principal excellence.” Scout with Troop 4 Emily Macias-Capellan as In- Dr. Shaps not- terim Principal at Hommocks ed the significance for the 2018-2019 school year. attached to this im- Macias-Capellan will replace portant leadership Dr. Seth Weitzman, who will transition, acknowl- retire at the end of this school edging that this will year after 17 years leading the be the third Hom- middle school. mocks principal in The Superintendent’s the history of a 50- announcement follows on the year period. He said heels of an exhaustive search the District is com- process that began in Novem- mitted to resuming ber, when focus groups con- its principal search sisting of teachers, parents and beginning next Jan- students got together to identi- uary, 2019, when the fy the qualities, characteristics regional candidate Emily Macias-Capellan and skills they were looking for pool is expected to in candidates. During Decem- be more expansive. ber, stakeholders representing “I am confident District Two, for seven years. the Hommocks community that Ms. Capellan will continue She began her career in Mama- interviewed a number of ap- to work collaboratively with roneck as Assistant Principal plicants and ultimately rec- staff, students, and parents at Chatsworth Avenue School, ommended two candidates to and serve with distinction where she served in that ca- move forward in the process. as interim principal of Hom- pacity for three years prior to On January 8, Kevin Shen of Larchmont was awarded the designation of Eagle Scout during a “After our two finalist can- mocks Middle School,” Dr. moving over to the Hommocks. ceremony at the Larchmont Town Hall. He is seen here with Scoutmaster Andrew Gristina and the didates returned to the District Shaps said. “The past few months entire Troop 4. to participate in lengthy inter- Macias-Capellan joined have afforded me the oppor- For his Eagle project, Shen built a large park information sign for the Marshlands Conservancy views and follow-up reference Mamaroneck in 2014 as a high- tunity to get to know our ded- in Rye, which now displays information about the park and about the local birds that can be seen in checks, we concluded in the ly qualified leader in the field icated teachers, students, and the park. end that although highly qual- of education with more than staff,” Macias-Capellan said. The Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouting program of ified, these candidates did not 15 years of experience as an “I enthusiastically look for- the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). The designation “Eagle Scout” was founded over one hundred years quite meet our expectations educator and supervisor, hav- ward to collaborating with ago. Only four percent of Boy Scouts achieve this rank after a lengthy review process. The require- for the next principal at Hom- ing served as the Director of our entire school community ments necessary to achieve this rank take years to fulfill. Since its founding, the Eagle Scout rank has mocks,” Dr. Shaps said. “The Instruction/Academic Dean and continuing to build on been earned by more than 2.5 million young men. difficulty in finding an ideal at the DREAM Charter School the richness of our diversity The Eagle Scout must demonstrate Scout Spirit, an ideal attitude based upon the Scout Oath candidate is compounded by in New York City for five years to achieve our shared goal of and Law, service and leadership. This includes an extensive service project that the Scout plans, the unique challenges of guid- and as Assistant Principal at providing all of our students organizes, leads and manages. Eagle Scouts are presented with a medal and a badge that visibly rec- ing a large, diverse, and high the Yung Wing Elementary an exceptional middle school ognizes the accomplishments of the Scout. performing middle school. It is School (P.S. 124), also in NYC’s experience.” www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • March 2018 • 11 What’s Happening at the Local Libraries Creative Visions she uncovers a pattern children. A short course in Cre- workshops, game The Color Camera Club of of similar deaths that ative Writing at Richmond Adult programs, events Westchester opens a new exhib- have taken place over Community College led to Lara about the music it titled Creative Visions, in the the past fifty years. studying for a Masters in Creative scene in 1968, and Oresman Gallery at the Larch- Together with DCI Writing at St Mary’s University, engaging lectures mont Public Library on Friday, Michael Gilbert, an of- London. She graduated in 2016 and discussions, March 2. The exhibit will contin- ficer on the verge of re- with a distinction. Having moved there is something ue to be on view through Thurs- tirement, they follow from Guernsey to Brighton to for everyone in this day, March 29. Additionally, there a dark trail of island London to Paris to Singapore year’s One Book- will be a reception honoring myths and folklore to and back to London over the last One Community the photographers on Saturday, ‘Fritz’, the illegitimate fifteen years, she has now settled Reading Initiative. A March 3, from 2:00 to 4:00pm in son of a Nazi soldier. in Westchester, with her family. free comprehensive the Gallery. Everyone is invited. His work, painstak- The Devil’s Claw is her first novel Event Guide includ- Creative Visions features ingly executed, has so and combines her love of Guern- ing detailed informa- photographs from several of the far gone undetected. sey, myths and folklore with her tion about each event Color Camera Club’s members. But with his identity obsession with crime fiction and is now available at An eclectic and diverse range of about to be uncovered, serial killers. both libraries. In- beautiful and thought provoking the killer now has Jen- formation about the images spans a wide range of sub- nifer in his sights. And “ONE BOOK - ONE events is also avail- ject matter in this exhibit. home is the last place able on each library’s The Color Camera Club of she should be. COMMUNITY” Event website. Westchester, Inc., was founded Color Camera - Secret Garden; credit Rich Getler Author Lara Guide Available Now Arguably the December 21, 1951. It’s purpose Dearman was born most tumultuous The public libraries in is to sponsor and support orga- and volatile year in Lara Dearman Reads Larchmont and Mamaroneck are nized activities for the benefit of our history, 1968 was pleased to announce twenty-four as a people and led us to where we camera hobbyists, improve their from Her New Novel the year of sex, drugs, and rock and library-sponsored events for ONE are today, fifty years on. Books are skills, and increase their person- The Friends of the Larch- roll. Yet it was also the year of the BOOK – ONE COMMUNITY: 1968, available at both libraries. al enjoyment. A special effort is mont Public Library will present Martin Luther King, Jr., and Bobby the third community-wide read- ONE BOOK – ONE COM- made to help out new photogra- author Lara Dearman, on Sunday, Kennedy assassinations; the riots ing initiative. The events take place MUNITY builds on the huge phers. March 4, at 4:00pm, as she reads at the Democratic National Con- throughout the month of April success of the first two com- Since it’s founding, club from her newly published novel, vention in Chicago; Prague Spring; and are scheduled at both the munity read initiatives in 2014 members have achieved world- The Devil’s Claw (Crooked Lane the antiwar movement and the Larchmont Public Library and the and 2016, in which over 10,000 wide recognition by exhibiting Books, January 2018). Dearman’s Tet Offensive; Black Power; the Mamaroneck Public Library. At people participated through- their work in International salons presentation will be held in the generation gap; avant-garde the- twenty-four events, the opportu- out Larchmont, Mamaroneck (Competitions). They have served Larchmont Village Center located ater; the upsurge of the women’s nities for people in the community and the surrounding area each both locally and internationally directly behind the Larchmont movement; and the beginning of to participate are double that of year. The libraries will be of- by participating in photographic Public Library. Refreshments will the end for the Soviet Union. Mark previous One Book-One Commu- fering community-wide events councils, the Photographic So- be available at 3:30pm. Kurlansky’s book brings to teem- nity reading initiatives which took aimed at bringing residents ciety of America (PSA), and the The Devil’s Claw introduces ing life the cultural and political Lara Dearman place in 2014 and 2016. into a common dialogue that is International Federation of Pho- readers to returning characters history of that pivotal year, when The book selected as the at once thought-provoking and tographic Art (IFPA). In addition, journalist Jennifer Dorey and DCI television’s influence on global centerpiece for One Book – One enlightening and that educates. members have lectured, present- Michael Gilbert. Jennifer Dorey and raised on the beautiful events first became apparent, and Community - 1968: THE YEAR The One Book – One Community ed workshops, and judged com- thinks she is safe. Following a Channel Island of Guernsey. She spontaneous uprisings occurred THE ROCKED THE WORLD, by reading initiative for 2018 prom- petitions in the United States and traumatic incident in London, moved to the UK to study Inter- simultaneously around the world. Mark Kurlansky – serves as the ises to be the biggest yet. overseas. For more information, Jennifer has returned to her national Relations and French Encompassing the diverse realms jumping off place for each event. For information, contact visit the Color Camera Club of childhood home in Guernsey, tak- at the University of Sussex, after of youth and music, politics and From art and photography exhib- the Larchmont Public Library Westchester online at www.col- ing a job as a reporter at the local which she endured a brief career war, economics and the media, its to documentary films, theatri- at 834-2281, or the Mamaroneck orcameraclub.com. newspaper. After the discovery in finance before giving it up to be 1968 shows how twelve volatile cal films released in 1968, crafts of a drowned woman on a beach, a stay at home mum to her three months transformed who we were Public Library at 698-1250. A Hobbit House on Display The Mamaroneck Library is currently displaying a Modern Modular Hobbit House by Fred Bartels in the glass display case on the main level. “Books sometimes plant seeds that may lie dormant for years, waiting for the right opportunity to sprout and flourish. As a boy I read J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” and it placed an image in my mind of a warm, cozy home with a curved turf-covered roof. “That seed of an image remained ungerminated for many years, until a wonderful (and free) Computer Aided Design program called SketchUp made 3D design easily accessible to design amateurs like myself,” Bartels noted. “Over many years, as I played with and developed some mastery of SketchUp, the Hobbit House con- cept grew and began throwing off many branches. I first worked on overall house design concepts, without worrying much about how the designs might be built. More recently I’ve been exploring various techniques and approaches that might be used to bring these designs to life. “In this display are images and models of some of the approaches I’ve found interesting. I’ve also built some larger prototypes that are too big to be displayed here. Most of the SketchUp design files I’ve used in this work are available on the SketchUp 3D Warehouse at this URL: https://goo.gl/HnxNwK,” he added. “I may never build a modern modular Hobbit House using these ideas but I have had great fun explor- ing them, and they’ve helped keep me connected to Tolkien’s delightful world, and the youth who discov- ered and wandered enchanted in that realm so many years ago.” The Hobbit House can be viewed at the library, 136 Prospect Avenue, until March 30. 12 • March 2018 • Larchmont Ledger www.larchmontledger.com New Federal Tax Law Affects Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities BY BERNARD A. KROOKS, CERTIFIED are capped at $15,000 a year. ready been contributions to- to the enactment of the new to 10%. ELDER LAW ATTORNEY ABLE accounts are similar to taling $15,000 this year, then tax law, individuals could With regard to medical 529 accounts, but there are a no rollover from a 529 account deduct medical expenses as expenses, keep in mind that The Tax Cut and Jobs number of differences. 529 is permitted that year. an itemized deduction only the deduction applies only to Act was enacted while most of accounts are used to pay for The second big change if those expenses exceeded unreimbursed medical ex- us were away for the holidays qualified education expenses, relating to ABLE accounts al- 10% of their adjusted gross penses. So, if something is at the end of 2017. Much has while ABLE accounts are used lows individuals to contribute income. The original ver- covered by insurance, then been written about the chang- to pay for qualified disability an additional $12,000 (above sion of the new tax law that that portion of the expense is es made to corporate tax rates expenses. Prior to the new tax the $15,000 annual limita- emanated from the House of not deductible. Also, the de- and those of certain business- law, it was not possible to move tion) to their ABLE account if Representatives would have duction is only for expenses es, as well as the elimination money between a 529 account they have earnings from a job. completely eliminated the actually paid during the year, Bernard A. Krooks, Esq., is of certain itemized deductions and an ABLE account without While there are limitations medical expense deduction. not incurred. So if you have a founding partner of Littman for individuals. Less publi- paying penalties and taxes. on who can take advantage of Fortunately, cooler heads pre- a medical procedure done in Krooks LLP and has been hon- cized, however, are the tax law This created a problem for this new provision (for exam- vailed in the Senate and not December and don’t pay for ored as one of the “Best Law- changes made that will have an many who set up 529 accounts ple, it does not apply to folks only was the medical expense it until March, the deduction yers” in America for each of effect on seniors and individ- upon the birth of a child only who participate in certain re- deduction maintained, it was is not available until the year the last seven years. He is past uals with disabilities. Here’s a to learn a few years later that tirement plans), it is a great actually enhanced temporar- in which it is paid. However, President of the National Acad- summary of some of the most the child has Autism or some opportunity for individuals ily. For the 2017 and 2018 tax if you paid for the December emy of Elder Law Attorneys important changes in that other disability and will likely with disabilities to save mon- years, the medical expense medical procedure by using (NAELA) and past President of area: not need the money for higher ey on a tax-free basis without deduction floor is reduced to your credit card in December, the New York Chapter of NAE- There were two very posi- education. The child will, how- jeopardizing their government 7.5% of adjusted gross income. the amount would be deduct- LA. Mr. Krooks has also served tive changes to ABLE accounts. ever, need the money for other benefits. Remember, individ- This should allow more people ible in that year even if you as chair of the Elder Law Sec- ABLE accounts are accounts items necessary to improve his uals with disabilities who re- (especially seniors and others didn’t pay the credit card bill tion of the New York State Bar that can be set up for a person quality of life. Commencing in ceive Supplemental Security with chronic illnesses) to take until March of the following Association. He has been select- with disabilities who became 2018, you can now roll a 529 ac- Income (SSI) can have no more advantage of this deduction, year. Sound confusing? It is. ed as a “New York Super Law- disabled prior to age 26. These count into an ABLE account of than $2,000 in assets (not although with the increased Make sure you work with a yer” since 2006. Mr. Krooks may accounts can benefit from the same individual or certain counting their ABLE account). standard deduction under qualified tax professional any be reached at (914-684-2100) or tax-free growth while not dis- family members. The amount Another change with is the new tax law it is unclear time you are dealing with com- by visiting the firm’s website at qualifying the beneficiary for rolled over, however, counts expected to benefit seniors how many people will benefit plicated tax issues so you don’t www.elderlawnewyork.com. government benefits. An indi- towards the $15,000 annual who have large medical ex- from this provision. Starting get an unwanted letter from vidual can have only one ABLE ABLE account contribution penses is the reduction in the in 2019, the medical expense the IRS. account and contributions limit. Thus, if there have al- medical expense floor. Prior deduction floor reverts back County Executive Latimer Signs Legislation Prohibiting Gun Shows on County Property County Executive George Boykin said, “It rez, who trag- and I am proud to be here Latimer signed into law a bill is so significant ically lost her with him today. The measure that prohibits the sale of guns that County Ex- brother to does nothing to impede on on Westchester County prop- ecutive George gun violence, the Second Amendment, but erty. This legislation, which Latimer’s first said, “This is rather represents the values was passed by the County Executive Order a special and for which this county stands. Board, also codifies the Exec- was to ban gun emotional day I want to thank the people of utive Order signed by Latim- shows on coun- for me, when Westchester who made their er during the first week of his ty-owned prop- it comes to voices heard to make this law administration. erty, and that the gun violence a possibility.” “Plain and simple, West- Board of Legisla- I personally Majority Leader Cath- chester should not – and tors first major know the pain erine Parker said, “All 12 will not – profit off the sale piece of legisla- that families members of the Demo- of guns in our facilities,” tion in 2018 was go through. cratic Caucus believed said Latimer. “We just an- to do the same. The passage whole-heartedly that this is nounced that the WNBA’s By codifying his of this bill is good policy, and we are im- New York Liberty will call Executive Order, so important mensely proud to pass this the County Center home, the and by putting because we legislation right out of the NBA G-League’s Westchester this law on the do not want gate. Westchester County Knicks have proven that this books through to promote does not need to be in the facility is a dynamic arena his signing, we a culture of business of promoting and for live events throughout the eliminate the guns and gun profiting from the sale guns year, and recently we held an- threat of a future violence in our - and that is what this legis- other successful Toy & Train County Executive county and in lation stands for.” Show. We can find much bet- acting on his or her own. This introduced this bill as a legis- stand here with County Exec- our county facilities.” In 1999, Gun shows were ter uses of our property that progressive legislation points lator after the previous Coun- utive Latimer and my former Legislator Catherine banned at the Westchester can generate just as much to the strength, and the possi- ty Executive re-opened the colleagues to sign this prohi- Borgia said, “This is an ex- County Center by former revenue. This is the right step bilities of a board and County County Center to gun shows, bition of gun shows into law. citing day. I know my former County Executive Andrew J. for Westchester County, and I Executive working in tandem unfortunately our attempts The County Center will once colleague and Deputy Coun- Spano in the wake of the mass applaud the Board of Legisla- for the people of Westches- at making it law were thwart- again be used for the family ty Executive Ken Jenkins shooting at Columbine High tors for turning my revocable ter.” ed by his veto. But, today is friendly events it was intend- worked hard on this issue School. That prohibition was Executive Order into law.” Deputy County Execu- a new day in Westchester ed for.” from the time he first intro- later revoked by Latimer’s im- Board Chairman Ben tive Ken Jenkins said, “I first County and I am so proud to Legislator Virginia Pe- duced it nearly a decade ago, mediate predecessor. www.shorelinepub.com Larchmont Ledger • March 2018 • 13 Kitchen & Bath Insider© - #208 "Stinkin' Thinkin': Why me?" BY SCOTT SWANEZY beat addiction on their own. ground and live on for years. Streamlining Your Kitchen Stuff Further, there can be a vis- Here are two ways you can Now that I’m sober, why do I ceral reaction to that “Why me?” call out the “Why me?” syndrome: BY PAUL BOOKBINDER, M.I.D., C.R. shelving units, garbage pull- have to. have to deal with these relationship stirring up feelings of helplessness, 1. Tell someone about your “Why outs and the ubiquitous lazy There are also a variety issues? I could be drinking or do- loneliness and weakness. These me?”. As the years go by, we Susan. of shelves and racks that can ing drugs again. Getting sober was thoughts can lead to anxious and 2. Ask others you’re close with if tend to accumulate as much On a historical note, be attached to the doors of hard enough! Why do I have to pay depressed moods, making you feel they’ve ever had the “Why me?” ‘stuff’ as we possibly can, the “Lazy Susan” was first the wall (upper) cabinets. (In all these bills? Why do I have to get like it may just be easier to go back syndrome. fitting it into every nook and written about in Vanity Fair a retrofit, you may have to along with my boss? I never asked to that old life of drinking or using, Honor yourself in the recov- cranny that our home has magazine in 1917. However, trim the depth of the shelves for this! Why should I go to AA/NA a much more predictable life in the ery process by honoring the “Why to offer. Just take a look in these revolving serving trays for these to fit). Spices, meetings? I’ve got better stuff to do. short term, with substance abuse me?”. Be kind to yourself about your attic, your garage and have been around since the among other items, can be What am I supposed to do on the being the go-to way to deal with your mistakes and imperfections. especially your kitchen to see 1700s and were originally re- removed from your counters weekends now? I have no sober relationships and other issues that Love yourself deep down and allow what I’m talking about. When ferred to as “dumb-waiters.” and finally be put away. If you friends. No one told me recovery come up. It can be paralyzing, and yourself room to heal and grieve. is the last time you needed (Today, in America, the term are creative, you can end up was going to be so difficult. it may prevent you from reaching For many of us, this journey that big pot that your sister dumbwaiter refers to a small with a place for everything, My clients in recovery have out to get the support you need to may take days or months. Honor left at your house ten years elevator, although in En- thus making your cupboards said these same words to me make positive changes. your old life as it was and know that ago? Or what about the fifty gland, [where they still insist beautiful, both inside and over and over again for the last 18 So, what can you do about it? while we can learn things from past packets of duck sauce that on using the metric system], out. And, fortunately, Amer- years. So often that I have begun You don’t go on a roadtrip for the decisions, we can’t go back in time. you’ve saved, just in case they lazy Susans are still called ican industry has recognized to believe that the “Why me?” syn- potholes, construction or traffic. You can’t undo the past, but that forget to include it with your dumbwaiters; and cooktops that we’re not going to get rid drome is reserved not just for the Nonetheless, the bumps in the fork in the road between contin- next order of spare ribs! are called hobs). Go figure! of our ‘stuff’ so they will keep few, but for the many. road still get you to your destina- ued use and sobriety is critical. It is Whether you’re creating Perhaps after leaving the EU developing new organizers to But what does that mean? tion. In order to fully understand important to reflect on all that you a new dream kitchen from they’ll get their act together. manage all that we now have What is this syndrome? How does something, we need to see the have experienced. Those experi- scratch, refacing your exist- Many linguists believe and what we’ll accumulate to- it impact my recovery? To state it road for what it is. ences in sum make you an amazing ing cabinets or just modern- that “Susan” was simply a morrow. simply, the “Why me?” syndrome These are four questions person, addiction and all! izing your existing domicile, common maid’s name, and is feeling sorry for oneself and the you can answer to understand the How can I honor “Why me?” there are many companies that the term “lazy Susan” need to remain sober, while also power “Why me?” may have over 1. Make a list of your pitfalls that offer cabinet accesso- was a derogatory reference creating a brand new life in recov- you: during addiction. How have they ries to ease our over-stressed to a lethargic servant, who ery. And it’s completely normal. 1. What purpose does the “Why made you a better person? existences. Think of the con- walked around in circles. Creating a newly sober life is me?” serve in my recovery right 2. Write down what you miss tentment that you would de- More likely, the source for not easy. It’s a challenge filled with now? most about your life before the rive if everything in the kitch- the term was a brilliant copy- ups and downs, and no one signs 2. What is the “Why me?” road to recovery. How would you en did have an actual place. writer, using the repetition of up for that challenge willingly. stopping me from doing in my replace those things? Rev-A-Shelf (http:// the “z” sound in “Lazy” and While it is certainly true that your recovery? 3. List what skills and per- www.rev-a-shelf.com/) and the “s” in “Susan”, to invent a new life in recovery can be a chal- 3. How can I look at the “Why me?” sonal strengths you have used to Knape & Vogt (https://www. memorable term for a clever Paul Bookbinder, M.I.D., lenge, falling into the pit of “poor from a different perspective? get through your addiction. knapeandvogt.com/) are the appliance. C.R., is president of DreamWork me” or “Why me?” is a mistake. 4. How can I take the “Why me?” For so many, this is the co- two biggest suppliers of ac- Meanwhile, back on Kitchens, Inc. located in Ma- This type of thinking in the addic- and use it in a way that helps me nundrum. Thoughts can get stuck cessories for both new cabi- point, roll-out trays are one of maroneck, New York. A Master tion treatment world has also been grow? in our head forever. So much so nets and aftermarket needs. the best solutions to increase of Design (Pratt Institute), and referred to as “Stinkin’ Thinkin’”. The more you understand that we can become paralyzed Assuming you have access to the efficiency of base (low- E.P.A. Certified Remodeler, he Those in recovery are something, the more you can against doing anything at all. But the Internet, visit their web- er) and pantry cabinets. By serves on the Advisory Panel of warned about the hazards of block the power to change it. To one thing is for sure: we must take sites. Rev-A-Shelf refers to making items easier to reach, Remodeling Magazine. A mem- adopting such thinking, because block it out may help in the short- A.C.T.I.O.N. to move on to that road these products as “necessar- it’s easier to keep them orga- ber of the National Kitchen & it drives one back to the path of term, but the long-term necessi- to recovery. ies” which are “accessories nized. And as we approach Bath Assoc., he is also a contrib- relapse and addiction. 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Medical professionals who practiced his science also suffered. and in Washington, D.C. at the City Island, the charming sea- bacon, sautéed onion, sautéed Dr. Kate Baldwin, the senior surgeon at Woman’s Hospital in Philadelphia, used the therapy on a severely hot new Le Diplomate where port village near Orchid Beach. crimini mushrooms, romaine burned 8-year-old girl after an attending physician said her condition was hopeless—another physician at the we enjoyed a wonderful French Owner Spiro Chagares and his & sliced tomato with a side of hospital, who had been in World War I said, “We don’t try to treat one of those; we just give them a big dose of brasserie brunch recently. He staff offer patrons an inspired garlic aioli. You can also ‘Build morphine and push them off to the side.” has premiered themed Dining melding of traditional and Your Own Burger’. 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