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Volume 44 Number 3 April 2015 One Dollar SMSS Basketball: Quality if not Quantity By KAREN NANI

Coaches Bill Whelan and Jimmy Mantzaris led the enthusiastic St. Mary’s Girls Debs shown above (kneeling): Jennifer Gnonaj, Demi Mantzaris, Adriana Testa and Amanda Accocella. Standing: Coach Whelan, Kayla Fusco, Isabel Whelan, Kaltrina Rugova, Alexa Photos courtesy of CONCEPTION PHOTOGRAPHY Forliano and coach Mantzaris. Not pictured: Marie Cullen. The St. Mary, Star of the Sea Boys basketball season was filled with exciting moments and buzzer beaters. The Boys Varsity won the Villa Maria Holiday Tournament (kneeling l. to r.): Angelo Nieves, Reymi Vargas, Joseph Cruz, Dima Berezniuk, Michael Amos and Timothy Stiene. Standing: Coach Mark Amos, Nick Calbo, Matthew Valentine, Steven Rice, Jimmy McGaughan and Joseph Leni. Not pictured: Coach Tom Leni, players Cesar Lugo, Angel Ramos and Nicholas Rivera.

The 2014–2015 St. Mary, Star of the a three-point game-winning shot; Joseph Sea basketball season demonstrated that Leni knocked down big free throws; Mat- even though St. Mary’s elementary school thew Valentine shot fearlessly; and seventh- has been closed for two years, the program graders Steven Rice, Angelo Nieves and is still thriving. The program fielded four Joseph Cruz supplied great energy on the teams (compared to seven in past years), court. A big round of applause to Timo- which produced many exciting games for thy Stiene, Angel Ramos, Dima Berezniuk coaches, players and parents, according and Nicholas Rivera for all their hard work to program director Islander Anna Marie throughout the season. Whelan . Coach Amos recognized assistant coach “Three out of our four teams advanced Tom Leni for his dedication to the team and to the A Division Catholic Youth Organiza- all the family and friends that helped during tion (CYO) playoffs,” Anna told The Cur- the long season. rent. She gives much of the credit to the great efforts and dedication of the volunteer Girls Debs coaches: Steven Vaughan, Cesar Sosa, Mi- The fifth- and sixth-grade girls played a chael Whelan, Peter Russell, Tom Leni, Bill hard-fought season and ended with a record Coach Stephen Vaughan returned to coaching and led the Boys Bantam team to a Whelan and Jimmy Mantzaris. of eight wins and nine losses. The season record of 12 wins and 4 losses (kneeling, l. to r.): Ryan Whelan, Cyrus Alston, Matthew Anna bid a special farewell and thanks was highlighted with an impressive victory McGaughan, Jack Phillips, Jayden Rogers and A.J. Ferrante. Standing: Coach Vaughan, to the longtime seventh- and eighth-grade against St. Elizabeth’s from Washington Tommy Forlino, Kelvin Bacilli, Marco Mazzella, Oscar Etzel and coach Cesar Sosa. Not Boys Varsity coach, Mark Amos, who has Heights in the first round of the B division pictured: Patrick Livingston and Mark Lomonaco. volunteered since 2006. “He led the boys playoffs with a last-minute basket to seal the past and present by example and taught victory. them the meaning of the CYO Pledge of The girls worked hard at practice on Sportsmanship. He will be missed by all.” their fundamentals and teamwork. Accord- Hundreds Gather to Remember The program is looking for other enthu- ing to Coach Bob Whelan, “we had a good siastic volunteers to follow in coach Amos’s bunch of young ladies this season who nev- footsteps and join the program for next er gave up and showed good sportsmanship Beloved Islander season, which begins in October 2015 and throughout. Coach Jimmy Mantzaris and I By KAREN NANI and BARBARA DOLENSEK ends around March 2016. “It’s a great way hope to see all of them back again next sea- to spend time and make the winter season son.” Over 300 people gathered at St. Mary, rise before dawn and take the bus to Pel- pass by. And it’s filled with excitement!” The Debs for the 2014–2015 sea- Star of the Sea Church on March 20, 2015, ham Bit Stable on Shore Road, where she Anyone interested can e-mail Anna at an- son were Demi Mantzaris, Adriana Testa, to celebrate the life of long-time Islander Ja- became an accomplished equestrian. Some [email protected]. Amanda Accocella, Jennifer Gjonaj, Alexa net Hickey, who died on March 9 following of Janet’s classmates at St. Mary’s who A summary of each team’s season fol- Forliano, Kayla Fusco, Marie Cullen, Kal- a tragic accident on March 4. attended the memorial service, including lows (all of whom had better winning per- trina Rugova and Isabel Whelan. The church was packed with family, Leslie Kyle, rode horseback with Janet at centages than the New York Knicks!). Boys Tyros friends and co-workers from Artie’s Restau- the Pelham Bit. Although she traveled for Boys Varsity The 2014–2015 Boys Tyro team had a rant, where Janet worked for over 20 years. several years on the equestrian circuit, she The Boys Varsity basketball season was spectacular regular season. The team fin- Janet’s “beautiful and courageous” life was moved back to City Island. Indeed, Janet full of exciting moments and buzzer beat- ished with a record of 15 wins and 2 losses. eulogized by her siblings, Jackie, Jay and was a City Islander through and through ers. Their overall record was 20 wins and They faced talented opponents throughout Jimmy. and enjoyed the biennial reunions held in 11 losses, and each game was hard fought. the playoffs and were defeated in the A di- Born on March 10, 1954, Janet was a August on Ambrosini Field. The highlight of the season came during vision playoff semifinals by a tough Saint clam digger who attended St. Mary’s el- Her brothers spoke of her strong work their invitation to the Villa Maria Holiday Raymond’s team. All players contributed to ementary school (see obituary page 12). ethic, and there were many affectionate the team’s success and, more importantly, Basketball Tournament, which ended with a Her sister warmly reminisced about Janet’s nods from the pews where the staff and learned valuable lessons about teamwork, victorious finish. In addition to winning the “willingness to let her little sister tag along Artie’s owner, Spiro Chagaris, were sitting. tournament championship, Michael Amos respect and sportsmanship. everywhere she went. She patiently taught Many residents and visitors remember Ja- took home the tournament’s Most Valuable Coaches Mike Whelan and Pete Russell Player (MVP) award, and Cesar Lugo was extended their thanks and appreciation to me how to ride horses.” net’s welcoming smile and cheerful greeting named a tournament All Star. all of the parents who committed their time Janet’s equestrian prowess and devo- from behind the bar whenever they walked Throughout the season, all of the boys volunteering at games and supporting their tion to horses was a central theme of the into Artie’s. “I can’t believe she’s gone,” Mr. rose to the occasion: Jimmy McGaughan hit eulogies. When she was young, Janet would Continued on page 5 Continued on page 5 Page Two The Island Current April 2015

ing incident for the period from February briefly... 45 BLOTTER 20 to March 20, 2015. 2/20 – Police are investigating a bur- is the subject of the class offered by the U.S. ABOUT BOATING SAFELY glary at a gas station on City Island Avenue Coast Guard Auxiliary City Island Flotilla on Tuesday nights, April 14, 21 and 28, at the Complaints reported from City Island to Harlem Yacht Club, 417 Hunter Avenue. Classes run from 7 to 10 p.m., and students must the 45th Precinct during February and at 2:30 a.m. Two unknown males in masks attend all three in order to take the test. The cost is $75, which includes materials. Contact March 2015. Unfounded complaints are pointed a gun at the attendant and then re- Alan Lesser at [email protected] or call 845-323-0265 to register. To apply online, go not included in the list. moved cash from the counter. to http://a0140504.wow.uscgaux.info. Police provided details on the follow- CITY ISLAND YACHT CLUB SALE: On Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the yacht club, located at 99 Pilot Street, is holding a large yard sale of boating and sailing equipment, as well as household items. Rain date is Sunday, April 26.

PICTURE THE PARK! PHOTO CONTEST, sponsored by the Friends of Pelham Bay Park, features five categories: Seasons, People in the Park, Wild- life, Infused by Bronx History and Scenic Vistas. Digital submissions have been made for the first three categories, but voting can take place for “Wildlife” through April 4; Infused by Bronx History submissions can be made from April 5 through 11 with voting April 12 through 25; Scenic Vista submissions can be made April 26 through May 2, with voting from May 3 through 16. All images must be submitted via e-mail to friendsofpbp@yahoo. com during the period of submission for each photo category. Photos will be posted on the Friends Facebook page, where visitors will be able to vote for their favorites in each cat- egory. Winners and runners-up will be exhibited at the City Island Nautical Museum this summer. For contest rules and more information, visit www.friendsofpelhambaypark.org or go to the organization’s Facebook page.

TIM MOSES ART EXHIBIT: The Manor Club, 1023 Esplanade in Pelham Manor will mount an exhibition of work by an artist who has lived and made art on City Island for 27 years. Much of his work reveals a love of the sea and reflects his many years as a boat owner and certified dive master; also included are his images of nearby Pelham Bay Park. The exhibition will include new and old work, formal paintings and sketches. An opening reception will be held on Sunday, May 3, from 4 to 6 p.m., and will be open to all. Call 914-738-1528 for more information.

City Island little League: Opening day ceremonies will take place on Saturday April 11, at 10 a.m. on Ambrosini Field next to P.S. 175.

St Mary’s Girls Softball for seventh- and eighth-grade girls will hold a registration on Friday, April 10, at St Mary’s School Gym from 6 to 7:30 p.m. They are in need of a head softball coach for the girls. The season begins soon after registration and ends by the second week of June. For more information, please e-mail annawhelan19@ yahoo.com.

“TWELVE ANGRY MEN” by Reginald Rose will be presented by the City Island Theater Group over two weekends at Grace Hall, 116 City Island Avenue at Pilot Street. Performances will be Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25, at 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 26, at 3 p.m.; Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 30, May 1 and 2, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m. For reservations, please call 718-885-3066 or e-mail tickets@cityislandthe- atergroup.com. To purchase tickets on line, go to www.cityislandtheatergroup.com. Senior, students, Bronx Cultural Card holders, reserved seats and tickets purchased on line are $20. Tickets at the door are $22. AUTO DETAILING - SAT. & SUN. ONLY

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ated by the U.S. Coast Guard. In 2006 the Sadly, the lighthouse itself is in poor Long Islanders Join Effort to Save signal was designated a critical navigation condition and certain repairs need to be aid, and the USCG declared that there would made quickly. There is a hole in the roof and always be a navigation light on the site. the foundation; the west wall is crumbling Stepping Stones Lighthouse However, as Bob Lincoln of the Great Neck and the brick needs repointing. Most of the By KAREN NANI Historical Society explained to the crowd at interior has been ripped apart and the paint is the Nautical Museum. “the Coast Guard is peeling (see photos). The dock that provides no longer in the lighthouse business.” access to the lighthouse needs to be rebuilt Stewardship of the lighthouse was so that contractors can have access; the only granted to the town of North Hempstead access now is via a ladder. on Long Island in 2008 as part of the Na- It has been estimated that the cost of tional Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act, a full restoration is in the range of $4 mil- and efforts to save the lighthouse intensi- lion, but the Great Neck Historical Society fied when the Great Neck Historical Soci- has set a preliminary goal of $50,000 for re- ety partnered with the town in 2013. “If the pairs that need to be made quickly. The well- structure is not stabilized and restored, the organized group has already raised $15,000 Coast Guard will demolish it and install a from individual donations and t-shirt sales metal beam with a flashing signal on it,” Mr. and applied for a grant of $165,000. Those Lincoln warned those concerned about the interested in more information should visit fate of the little red structure that many resi- their website (www.greatneckhistorical.org) dents, visitors and sailors treasure as part of and watch a YouTube video about Stepping southern Long Island Sound. Stones. The group plans to run boat tours Stepping Stones was originally sup- of the lighthouse once it is restored. In the posed to have been built off Hart Island, but meantime, there are copies of the original eventually it was located .9 miles off the plans for the lighthouse at the Nautical Mu- Long Island coast. According to legend, the seum, along with other documents, images Native Americans chased the devil out of and information. what is now Westchester County onto City But the lighthouse restoration needs Photos courtesy of the Great Neck Historical Society Island and surrounded him at Belden Point. help! Matching funds will be required if the On March 1, 2015, at the City Island Nautical Museum, members of the Great Neck The devil picked up some huge boulders, grant is awarded. Alice Kasten of the His- Historical Society presented their plan to keep Stepping Stones Lighthouse, which is in tossed them into Long Island Sound and torical Society told The Current that she and severe disrepair, from being demolished. used them as stepping stones to make his es- Mr. Lincoln would be delighted to come to Members of the Great Neck Historical cape to Long Island, hence the origin of the any City Island yacht club or organization to Society braved the snowstorm on March 1, lighthouse’s name. discuss their plan to save Stepping Stones. 2015, to present their plan to save Stepping In 1995 author Katherine Kirkpatrick Residents and sailors who want to pre- Stones Lighthouse at the City Island Nauti- published “Keeping the Good Light,” a his- serve the charming red lighthouse off the cal Museum. About 75 residents and other torical novel about the daughter of the light- south end of City Island need to step up and concerned preservationists crowded into the house keeper who went to school on City be heard. Visit the Great Neck Historical So- museum’s library to listen and to support the Island. Ms. Kirkpatrick, who lived on City ciety’s website and help out if you can. If effort to keep the historic lighthouse from Island for several years, carefully researched it’s not saved, who knows what the devil that being demolished. the history of Stepping Stones for her novel, originally inspired the name might do! Completed in 1877 based on a design by copies of which are in the Nautical Museum Mead Schaeffer, the lighthouse warns mari- library. ners of a shoal and extensive rocks that ex- tend into Long Island Sound northward from Kings Point. Built on 900 tons of boulders 1932 its original Fresnel lens was replaced barged to the site, Stepping Stones is actu- with an electric system that was manually ally a “sister” lighthouse to one off Athens, lit by the keeper, and in 1964 the lighthouse NY, in the Hudson River. For many years, keeper was replaced with an automatic green a series of lighthouse keepers lived in the flasher. In 2005 the structure was listed on Stepping Stones building with their families. the National Registry of Historical Places, The lighthouse guides ships safely and the flasher is now solar powered. into the entrance to New York Harbor and Despite falling into disrepair, the light- has gone through several reincarnations. In house continued to be supported and oper-

Photo by BARBARA DOLENSEK Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. addressed the City Island Civic Association on Tuesday, March 24, and described the progress being made in the Bronx for both busi- nesses and residents, citing the ice center in the Kingsbridge Armory, the completion of the Ferry Point golf course, the forthcoming ferry service to Soundview, the construc- tion of a Marriott Hotel, increased commercial development and more. He took several questions and reassured those in attendance that he supported the City Island on many issues, including noise abatement at the Rodman’s Neck firing range, commercial development and the availability of capital money for community projects. St. Mary’s Once Again a School By VIRGINIA DANNEGGER Anyone who telephones the old St. The plan is for the students to stay un- Mary, Star of the Sea School may be sur- til the end of the school year, although the prised to hear a voice answering “Holy Ro- eighth-grade graduation will take place at sary School.” Because of damage to their Holy Rosary Church in June. Until then, the school building, students and faculty from building that housed St. Mary’s elementary Holy Rosary Elementary School off Gun school until 2012 will once again be filled Hill Road have moved temporarily into the with the sounds of lively young students. vacant school building on Minneford Av- Meanwhile, Fr. Michael responded to enue. queries about the long-awaited pre-kinder- At the end of January, the extreme cold garten program in the St. Mary’s school caused extensive damage to Holy Rosary building. “We are hoping to have a Pre-K when their water pipes burst. So during the program in September, but it depends on first week of March, the 300 students in whether or not the Holy Rosary students Grades K through 8 from the private paro- will be able to return to their school,” he told chial school arrived to attend class on City The Current. Island. The Pre-K children were relocated to For now, however, the building will a different site. be fully occupied for the rest of the school “I am sure you will join me in making year. The St. Mary’s basketball program has the faculty, staff and students of Holy Ro- continued to use the gym, but the season sary School feel welcome during their time wrapped up in March (see article this issue). of need,” Father Michael Challinor told the At least until June, students will be taking congregation at St. Mary’s church early in their seats in the classrooms familiar to hun- March. dreds of Islanders who attended St. Mary’s in years past. Page Four The Island Current April 2015

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We welcome letters and opinions. Letters longer than 250 words will be edited, with every effort made to preserve their substance. We reserve the right not to print letters that are copies, libelous, inaccurate or in bad taste, or those that cannot be verified. Include your phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, but names will be withheld upon request. Missing Janet To the Editor: My dad, John Vaughan, worked on the Fordham Street Ferry, and Janet’s dad, Jim Hickey, was the warden on Hart Island. They BUDDY’S HARDWARE became fast friends while “Uncle” Jim trav- & MARINE eled back and forth to Hart Island for his work. A full service hardware We moved to City Island in August of & marine supply store 1961 to the house I still live in on Fordham KARL HOEDL Street. The Hickeys also moved onto Ford- ham Street. Janet was my first friend on City Island, and we attended St. Mary, Star of 268 City Island Ave. the Sea School together for seven years. Our Bronx, NY 10464 families spent much time together, and our moms were inseparable. “Aunt” Joyce was 718-885-1447 like a second mother to me and my brothers. Fax: 718-885-1617 [email protected] As a grown-up, I could always rely on Janet to put together wonderful parties for my family at Artie’s. We would always remi- nisce about our moms and their antics and how much we both missed them. Janet was a lifelong friend with a beauti- Support CI Buy from ful bright smile and a contagious laugh, and Our Advertisers I will miss her dearly. Suzzanne Anderson Edward D. Heben Remembering Ducky CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, AEP To the Editor: Accounting, Taxes, Business Valuations, I was so sad to hear of the passing of Financial Forensics, and Litigation Support Ducky Rauhauser in February. I cannot re- 22 Saw Mill River Road, 3rd Fl. member when I did not know him and his Hawthorne, NY 10532-1533 wife, Lorraine. They were wonderful neigh- (T) 914.345.5888 x108 • (F) 914.345.8652 bors on Horton Street, and it was such fun watching their children, Karen and Eric, (C) 914.925.1120 grow up. There were so many wonderful (E) [email protected] conversations over the years between the HebenOnline.com Rauhauser and Duryea families. Nice neigh- bors meeting in the street, wandering into each other’s yards, chatting about this and that, and helping each other out if and when the need arose. Ducky was certainly an important part James E. McQuade, Owner of City Island’s history. I still remember seeing him at the helm of the pilot boat to put aboard or take off pilots from the pass- Family Owned & Operated ing ships going by the southern tip of City Island. My uncle, Philip Larsen, was one of for over 50 years the Hell Gate pilots who brought the ships safely down the East River and through the 3535 East Tremont Avenue treacherous waters of Hell’s Gate. Ducky was always enthusiastic and we will all miss Bronx, NY 10465 him. His family is in my thoughts during this very sad time. The support of friends and neighbors is what I love about living on City Island (in 718-792-0270 addition to the beautiful surrounding wa- ters). City Island is a community, not a just a neighborhood. I hope that those who have www.schuylerhill.com moved here in recent years embrace it as we did growing up in such a special place. Diane Duryea April 2015 The Island Current Page Five

munity Board 10, which has supported the ward improvements is welcome news, we community in its effort to deal with sound can’t really celebrate until the work is com- abatement. It is estimated that construction plete and the sound has been completely would begin 30 months from now and be muffled. When the facility was slated to be completed within four to five years. relocated to Queens, the NYPD planned John Doyle, corresponding secretary to enclose the entire facility so residents for the City Island Civic Association and nearby wouldn’t be bothered, and Bronx a member of the 45th Precinct’s Commu- residents, including City Islanders, deserve nity Council, was cautiously optimistic that same commitment and respect.” about the news. “While $115 million to- March: In Like a Snow Leopard… Out Like the Easter Bunny

St. Mary’s Boys JV Tyro team finished with a spectacular record of 15 wins and 2 losses. Kneeling (l. to r.): Sebastian Rodriguez, Mark Piri, Ben Nicoletti, John Russell, Hazir Novaj and Sazan Rexhepi. Standing: John Bernardo, Ginutis Sipas, Thomas Whelan, Aidan Hanley-Piri, Carmine Testa and Joshua Rosario. Coaches: Mike Whelan and Pete Russell. Not pictured: Julian McElroy and Oludotum Shodeinde. BASKETBALL derful team from last year’s coach, Mike Whelan, which had two superstars, Ryan Continued from page 1 Whelan and Patrick Livingston.” Coach children throughout the season. Vaughan also praised the rest of the team as The shooting stars of the Boys Tyros great, hard-working team players who got were Sebastian Rodriguez, Mark Piri, Ben the job done. Nicoletti, John Russell, Hazir Novaj, Sa- He thanked his assistant coach, Cesar zan Rexhepi, John Bernardo, Ginutis Sipas, Sosa, and called him “a blessing who has Thomas Whelan, Aidan Hanley-Piri, Car- the patience of a saint. Thanks go also to all mine Testa and Joshua Rosario. the fans and mothers who worked the kitch- en and the door, especially my wife, Helen.” Boys Bantam The entire team thanks Danny from Seafood Islander Stephen Vaughan returned to City and Lisa from Ohana’s for throwing coaching after a 17-year hiatus and was very great parties for the team this season. happy that he did. He coached the third- and The great team players from the Ban- fourth-grade Bantam boys to a record of 12 tams were Tommy Forlino, Kelvin Bacilli, wins and 4 losses. They lost to the Bronx Marco Mazzella, Oscar Etzel, Ryan Whel- Borough Champs, St. Margaret’s, in a nail- an, Cyrus Alston, Matthew McGaughan, biting game in the CYO playoffs. “We had a Jack Phillips, Jayden Rogers, A.J. Ferrante, great team and a lot of fun, a perfect combi- Patrick Livingston and Mark Lomonaco. nation for CYO sports. I inherited this won-

accompanying him had allegedly failed to JANET HICKEY strap her properly into the vehicle. Two days Continued from page 1 after the crash, Janet was declared brain dead, and she was taken off life support on Chagaris had told friends at Artie’s after the March 9. accident. “She worked as general manager Her brothers did not want the tragedy for the former owner, Artie Bimonte, for to mar the memorial service. “I am angry several years and for me ever since I took about the accident, but today is about Ja- over the restaurant.” net and what she would have wanted,” her On Feb. 24, Janet had successful brain brother Jay told the gathering. surgery in which doctors removed 99 per- Her siblings said they will miss Janet’s cent of a benign tumor behind her ear, ac- Sunday phone calls, a tradition started by Photos by: BARBARA DOLENSEK, ANN-MARIE GOONAN, MAURA MANDRANO and KAREN NANI cording to her older brother, Jimmy Doyle. their mother, Joyce, who always called them The winter of 2015 would not relent and held New York City in its grip through much of On March 4, an ambulance picked her up while she was cooking Sunday dinner. March. It came in like the proverbial lion with a snowstorm on March 1 but seemed to at New York-Presbyterian Hospital to take Janet’s husband, John Kuchta, and her be on the wane until a snowstorm on March 20 coated City Island once again in white. her to Phelps Memorial Hospital, where siblings summed up their feelings this way: By the end of the month, residents could see their lawns and boats once again, and she was scheduled to spend a week in rehab “Janet was a rare and special person who the daffodils finally poked their heads out. It was a winter Islanders won’t soon forget. working to regain her walking skills. “She touched everyone at their core and bonded was alert and doing great,” her brother told friendships for life. Our lives are filled with reporters. so many people and moments, but occasion- According to the police, the ambu- ally we are blessed with a human spirit who Summer Opening for lance did not have lights and sirens on, but impacts our hearts and minds in a different the 19-year-old driver somehow lost con- way, one whom we never forget, and one Temporary Bridge trol and slammed into a pole on Route 9 in who challenges you to think about yourself, Sleepy Hollow. According to her family, the By BARBARA DOLENSEK your actions and your purpose—one who driver and the 55-year-old EMT technician The Department of Transportation lives on forever deep in your soul.” land, and Mr. Regos believes that excessive (DOT) was forced by the rough winter speeds will be unlikely because the bridge weather to push back the opening of the is slightly curved. Although the bridge at NYPD to Renovate temporary bridge until late May at the earli- this stage doesn’t look especially strong, it est. Half of the temporary bridge spans have has been designed to accommodate tractor Rodman’s Neck been erected as of press time. Seven shafts trailers and buses without jeopardizing ac- are being drilled and will be outfitted with cess to the fire lane for emergency vehicles. By BARBARA DOLENSEK pier caps and cap beams, so that the rest of The next community working group Police Commissioner William Bratton landers, especially those living on the west the bridge segments can be installed. These is currently scheduled for mid-April. DOT has requested $115 million in capital fund- side of the Island, is that of excessive noise. remaining segments are being constructed will be proposing a revised design for the ing from the city to completely renovate Mr. Vacca was assured that sound at the Brooklyn Navy Yard and should ar- Legion Triangle proposal that will not in- the Rodman’s Neck firing range, according abatement was the commissioner’s highest rive by barge over the next few weeks. clude the “Welcome to City Island” sign to Council Member James Vacca, who at- priority in the refurbishing of Rodman’s In the meantime, the contractor is that was placed in such a way as to block a tended a meeting with NYPD officials on Neck, which will include the construc- building the deck on the already installed view of the memorials on the triangle. March 25, 2015. tion of fully enclosed indoor ranges and spans. Many Islanders have noticed that the The Turtle Cove project of replacing Many City Island residents were dis- two outdoor ranges that will be fitted with deck appears to be very narrow, but Roland the culvert beneath the City Island Road mayed to learn last October that Commis- sound-abatement baffles. Because this as- Regos, the DOT community liaison on the is progressing. To accommodate traffic, sioner Bratton had reversed the plans an- pect of the project is the first priority for project, assured The Current that the width the contractor will open up the road to its nounced by Mayor Michael Bloomberg the commissioner, it will proceed even if is 31 feet, enough to accommodate three usual four lanes from May to September. and then Police Commissioner Ray Kelly the full $115 million is not allocated. The lanes, although slightly narrower than the It is hoped that this will take place before in April 2007, to move the firing range city’s budget will be finalized by the end of current bridge. Pedestrian /bicycle paths Mother’s Day, always a heavy traffic day from Rodman’s Neck to the new police June, before the start of the new fiscal year will be added to each side of the roadway in for City Island. academy in College Point, Queens. on July 1. a cantilevered system like that on the 59th Traffic enforcement agents will be back The range is in terrible condition, ac- Funding has already been granted by Street bridge between Queens and Manhat- on duty at the bridge construction site from cording to the NYPD, with dilapidated the Office of Management and Budget for tan. There will be a barrier between the Mother’s Day through Sept. 15. buildings that must be replaced and a lead- preliminary designs for the new ranges, and pathways and the roadway. To monitor progress on the bridge, abatement system that must be modern- in due course designs will be made avail- The speed limit on the bridge will be 25 visit the Facebook page for the City Island ized, but the issue of greatest concern to Is- able for community input through Com- miles per hour, as it is for the rest of the Is- Bridge. Page Six The Island Current April 2015

come first served. A limit of 15 children and caregivers per session. 18 months to 3 years. Every Tuesday at 11 a.m. Read & Play: Children from birth to 3 years old and their caregivers can take part in wonderful stories, discover amaz- ing toys, and meet new friends in this fun, informal program. There is a limit of 15 is offer- Turtle Cove Golf Center children and their caregivers per session. ing an exciting new junior golf program Space is limited on a first come, first serve designed to expose golf to juniors of all basis the day of the program. Every Friday ability levels. This after-school program, at 11 a.m. featuring the PGA Sports Academy cur- Drop in at any time riculum, will help children learn to play Craft-A-Way: throughout the day and participate in cre- golf and have fun in the process. The series ating projects related to a theme or holiday. will be offered by PGA professionals in a Ages 2-11. Friday, April 17 between 12 group environment, and children will be noon and 4 p.m. exposed to and learn a variety of golf skills and activities. APRIL 2015 TEEN & TWEEN Daily clinic hours are from Tuesday PROGRAMS through Thursday starting May 5 and ONGOING PROGRAM: ending June 18 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The After School Lounge. Come to the cost is $225 per week per student. A $50 library after school for studying, relaxing deposit is required at least one week before and doing homework with Wii and mov- the clinic starts, and full payment must be ies on Friday. Every weekday after school remitted on first day of clinic. Students Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. must be registered at least one week prior Spring Break Lounge: Come to the to start of camp. Call Joshua M. Dunn at library during spring break. Play Wii, 718-885-1129 or e-mail info@turtlecoveg- board games and more. April 6–10 from 3 olfcenter.com or stop by the Pro Shop. to 5 p.m. Focal Point Gallery (321 City Island Avenue), sponsored by the Idea Factory, APRIL 2015 ADULT PROGRAMS will have its annual Young Artist Exhibi- SPECIAL PROGRAMS: tion in April. The opening will be Satur- Creating a Family Budget: Do you day, April 11, 1 to 3 p.,m. at the gallery, dread budgeting? Never fear, we have and the exhibition will run until the end of some saving tips that may reduce your April. For information, call 718-885-1403. stress. This program helps participants Elliott Glick will offer two jewelry plan ahead and budget for family expenses. courses this April and May at Starving Diony Cespedes, MBA, is the founder of Artist (249 City Island Avenue, 718/885- Sole Strivers LLC, a wealth-building con- 3779). The “Introduction to Jewelry Mak- sultancy that helps clients increase their ing” class will be held on Wednesdays, net worth through career strategy, entre- April 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 13, from 7:30 preneurship and changes in earning and to 9 p.m. “Jewelry Making Part Two,” spending habits. The Consultancy offers which is recommended for those who have one-to-one coaching, workshops and pub- taken two previous introductory jewelry- lications. Saturday, April 4, at 3 p.m. making classes with Elliott or for those Saturday Family Board Games: with advanced knowledge, will take place Race boats, engage in strategy or test your on Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28 and May reflexes with friends and family. April 11 5 and 12, also from 7:30 to 9 p.m. More from 3 to 4:30 p.m. information may be found at www.Starv- Pelham Bay ingArtistOnline.com, including the ability ONGOING PROGRAMS to register for these classes. And while Computer Q & A: Ask questions you’re at the website, check out the lineup about how to use computers. “How do I Home Center, Inc. for April 2015, which will include “An turn a computer on?” “How do I set up my Kitchens • Bathrooms Evening of Broadway” with Hannah Glick own e-mail account and e-mail family and SPECIAL ON SALE! Major Appliances and friends on Saturday, April 11, at 8 p.m. friends?” “How do I copy and paste text AO Smith 50 gallon, 6 year Plumbing Supplies • Air Conditioners and pictures?” How can I sign in to use hot water heater - $435 a computer at the library with my library Come see our new kitchen Tel: 718-863-7529 card?” Every Monday afternoon from 1 to displays. 3073 Westchester Avenue 2 p.m. at Grace Church, Pilot Street. Every Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. One Stop Personal Service Family Owned & Operated Also, one-on one training by appointment. The Pelham Bay Home Center Standing Side by Side with Our Community for 23 Years. Resume Writing Workshop and Online Job Search: Staff will be here to help you look for employment and get your PROGRAMS AT THE CITY ISLAND resume into top form for the competitive LIBRARY- APRIL 2015 job market. Pre-registration is encouraged 718-885-1703 but drop-ins are fine. It is recommended Our hours are: Mon. and Thurs., 11 you bring along a flash drive to save your a.m. to 7 p.m., Tues. and Wed., 11 a.m. work. Every Wednesday morning from 10 to 6 p.m., Fri. and Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. a.m. to noon. Tablet Group: Learn how to borrow Check out our nautical-maritime sec- and download library e-books, discuss tion. We have the largest circulating col- your favorite apps and ask questions about lection of these books in the New York how to use tablets in your day-to-day life. Public Library. Whether it’s building a Every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 3. boat, sailing techniques, marine life, or nautical history, feel free to come on in Saturday Afternoon Movies: and grab a great book or DVDs to read Please check our flyers and call us here or to take home. Please feel free to in advance in case of any unscheduled suggest other nautical titles you would like changes, additions or cancellations. For to see here added to our collection. events in other branches, please check our website at www.nypl.org. APRIL 2015 Saturday, April 11, at 1 p.m.: “The CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Hundred Foot Journey” SPECIAL WEEKLY PROGRAM: Saturday, April 18, at 1 p.m.: “The Bi-Lingual Birdies: This April, the Judge” Bilingual Birdies will warm up families Saturday, April 25, at 1 p.m.: “The with live music, dance parties, and the- Theory of Everything” ater-based games. They’ll take you on an adventure to learn new vocabulary about the snow and rain, warm winter clothes, and winter sports. Children will also learn about various professions and modes of MrChimney.com transportation. Teachers play the guitar and instruments are provided for a collec- tive family jam! Every Monday (April 6, Cleaning & Repairs 13, 20 and 27) at 11 a.m. 718-329-3296 ONGOING PROGRAMS: Circle Time: Interactive stories, 800-834-3155 action, songs, crafts and interaction with other toddlers in the neighborhood. First April 2015 The Island Current Page Seven Pre-Kindergarten Comes to City Island A Current Review By JOHN DOYLE “Outside Mullingar” After an intensive yearlong effort, The planned UPK program will be lo- By BRUCE A. WEIS Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK), a sig- cated in the school building of St. Mary, nature program of Mayor de Bill Blasio’s Star of the Sea and will be operated by the administration, appears to be coming to Archdiocese to accommodate 36 full-day City Island. The news, recently announced seats, beginning in September. Those look- the NYC Department of Education (DOE), ing to enroll their children may call 718- came as a relief to many City Islanders, 935-2067 or visit the DOE website, http:// who saw a previous effort fall apart shortly schools.nyc.gov. The deadline is Friday, before September 2014. April 24, and Islanders are encouraged to The City Island Civic Association en- sign-up soon! According to recent news re- couraged the Archdiocese of New York to ports, nearly 37,000 families signed up for resubmit UPK plans, and State Senator Jef- UPK during the first week of registration. frey Klein’s office supported the request, City Island’s lack of UPK services was as City Island was one of the few commu- a source of frustration for parents looking nities in the Bronx that did not have con- for affordable childcare options for their venient access to this program. Last year children. It was also a source of concern for 53,000 children signed up for UPK, and residents who feared that St. Mary’s school the number is expected to increase to more building might be sold by the Archdiocese than 70,000 for the upcoming school year. for future development.

that inhabit the urban forest around the man- sion on this vigorous hike with an Urban Park Ranger. Comfortable shoes or boots, water, and a light snack are recommended. Meet at the parking lot. Free. Photo by NICK SALA Yoga in the Orangerie—Spring Series The City Island Theater Group’s production of John Patrick Shanley’s “Outside Mull- on Fridays, April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, ingar” was a pre-St. Patrick’s Day treat for enthusiastic audiences. The cast included 29; and June 5, 12. 7–8:15 a.m. Intermediate Camille Kaiser (seated), and (l. to r.) Con Grondahl, Steven Bendler and Susan Rauh. Level; 8:45–10 a.m. Gentle Level One. The benefits of yoga are well known: de-stress, The City Island Theater Group opened him when he reinvents history to suit his pur- get strong and flexible, and have fun! Deepen its 2015 season with “Outside Mullingar” as poses, pointing out how he contributed to the your practice in a steady, mindful approach an early St. Patrick’s Day gift to City Island. problems he now laments. A veteran CITG at the intermediate level or learn the basics The play, set on two adjoining farms in Ire- performer, Camille contributes both humor in the beginner class. Taught by certified land just outside the village of Mullingar, is and pathos to this production, as she brings Bartow-Pell Events yoga teacher Ann Casapini in a serene, sunlit the work of John Patrick Shanley, inspired perspective to the family’s current problems. space. Ten-class series; class size limited to First Friday! Music & Trolley returns on by a visit to his family’s farm in Mullin- Susan Rauh, as Aoife’s daughter, Rose- Friday, April 3, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Back 12. Please bring your own mat. Registration gar. Winner of Academy, Pulitzer and Tony mary, drives much of the action, especially by popular demand is the folk trio Hawthorne and pre-payment required. Cost $190 for se- awards, Mr. Shanley has had an enormously in the story’s deepest levels. Born and raised featuring Nat Osborn, Aimee Bayles and Kar- ries; members $165. successful career as a writer and has lived a on the adjoining farm, Rosemary has come by collectors Bill na Ray. Explore the museum, stroll the gar- An Exhibition Talk varied and interesting life. For more details into possession of a tiny but vital piece of the den and enjoy light refreshments. The trolley and Sally Gemmill will take place on Thurs- about what led him to write this moving play, day, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. The subject is early Reilly farm, and she is determined to use this makes a continuous loop from the #6 Pelham see the March issue of , 19th-century schoolgirl art works and the fe- The Island Current to drive a wedge between Tony and his plan Bay Park subway station to BPMM to City Is- which published an article about his growing to let the Reilly farm go to the wrong person. land. Registration requested. Cost $10 adults, male academies that produced them, based on the exhibition now on view in the library. up in the Bronx and his appreciation of the Rosemary has spent her life waiting for An- $8 seniors and students; members free. Irish command of language. thony to show interest in her, and she is not An There will be a reception in the Orangerie af- Urban Park Ranger Nature Explo- ter the presentation. Registration requested. The play premiered in a limited engage- about to sit by as Tony denies him the right to ration Hike will take place on Tuesday, April ment at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in inherit the farm. Susan Rauh is spot on, dis- 7, at 2 p.m. Discover the plants and animals Free. Continued on page 11 Manhattan in January 2014, starring Brian playing a focused, relentless determination O’Byrne, Debra Messing, Dearbhla Molloy as she fights against a bequest she believes is and Peter Maloney. “Outside Mullingar” re- wrong. ceived nominations for both Drama Desk and Stephen Bendler is the center of the play Tony awards. The CITG production marked as Tony’s troubled, hard-working son. He the first staging of the show by a community has lived his life on the Reilly farm, doing theater organization, thanks to Mr. Shanley’s most of the work (as Aoife corrects Tony’s generous support. In 2007 he awarded the retelling of history), and he now faces an un- same privilege to the group for its production certain future as his legacy appears headed of his play “Doubt.” for another. What really stands in the way of Winston Churchill once said that Russia Anthony’s ascension to his rightful place as was a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an head of the Reilly farm, and keeps him from enigma. There are similar onion-like layers crossing the valley to take up with Rosemary, to the story told in “Outside Mullingar.” At is the final riddle at the heart of this story. In first we encounter routine concerns with the the final scene, as Rosemary drags the secret passing of time and how that affects the lives out of Anthony, a pin dropping in the hall of each of the play’s characters, who live on would have reverberated like a bowling ball. two adjoining family farms. Gradually, as Stephen Bendler served up just the right mix events progress, we learn more details about of emotion as Anthony; flowing effortlessly just how life has changed, who fought with between determination, distraction and de- whom and why, and what will be the future spair as he struggles with a secret that seems cost of past actions. As these details emerge, to stand between him and life. family secrets are exposed and eventually The CITG production of “Outside Mull- manage to both explain and resolve the diffi- ingar” had its usual effective set. Dan Srdoc cult issues facing both families. At each lev- put together convincing Irish kitchens on the el, humor manages to lighten the emotional stage of Grace Episcopal Church; Joe Burck weight of the drama, which moved many in did an artful job as scenic and lighting de- the audience to both tears and laughter. signer, and Jay Langkamp served as light- Con Grondahl, who plays the irascible ing operator. Sound effects were designed Tony, head of the Reilly household, is deep- by Denis Zepeda and operated by Hannah ly concerned about the future of the family Glick. CITG’s prop mistress, Barbara Do- farm. Although many of the problems he lensek, accumulated props that ranged from faces are of his own making, he seems more a kitchen stove and sink to a metal detector than ready to leave the farm to an American and an oxygen tank. Following their enor- nephew rather than to his son, Anthony, who mous efforts for “Evita,” costume design was has worked the farm for 20 years. With an surely a little easier this time for Carol Mc- impeccable Irish accent, Con stepped from Cabe and Cheryl Brinker, who managed, as behind the curtain, where he once built sets always, to get the costumes just right. . for the theater group, and into the center of “Outside Mullingar” was Nick Sala’s the show, where he was convincing and very latest turn as director of a CITG production, moving. We look forward to seeing him in and he did his usual fine job. He was assisted front of the curtain in the future. by production stage manager Alanna Scott Camille Kaiser, as Tony’s neighbor Ao- and stage crew Thomas Losito. ife Muldoon, who has just lost her husband, The City Island Theater Group has fin- spends the evening as Tony’s active foil. ished casting for its next production, “Twelve Although willing to listen as he complains Angry Men” and rehearsals have already be- about the past and frets over the future, Aoife gun under the direction of Elizabeth Paldino. has lived the history of the family farm with We are looking forward to this production, as Tony and is more than willing to confront CITG continues its successful launch of its 16th year. Page Eight The Island Current April 2015

Organization News AARP Chapter 318 St. Mary, Star of the Sea News on this page concerning organizations, and events listed in, are submitted by representatives of those organiza- AARP 318 meets at 1 p.m. on the first and Since April 3, the first Friday of April, tions. A limit of 150 words is requested for all news items submitted. In most cases news will be edited and every effort third Wednesday of each month in Trinity is also Good Friday, we will not have our 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 Methodist Church hall on Bay Street. Our monthly Holy Hour that day. It will resume submissions to P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY 10464. YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER MUST BE INCLUDED. April 1 meeting will be a “Mad Hatter’s on Friday, May 1, from 4 to 5 p.m. Day” with crazy hats for April Fool’s Day. After a two-week break for Holy Week City Island community to contact us to be Current Calendar A contest for the best, funniest and fanciest and Easter, the students in our religious placed on our prayer list as well. hats will be followed by pizza and dessert; April Oneg sponsorship: Sponsoring an oneg education program will resume classes on $5 per person. On Wednesday, April 15, Thurs., Fri., and Sat., April 2, 3 and 4, (refreshments) for a Shabbat or holiday ser- Wednesday, April 15. at 1 p.m. we will have a group of nursing , in front of vice is a wonderful way to honor an impor- All are invited to join us at our monthly Boy Scout Easter Flower Sale students as speakers. Please come, bring a Trinity Methodist Church, Bay Street and tant occasion (e.g., birthday, anniversary, coffee hour on Sunday, April 12, in the rec- friend and enjoy a wonderful time. City Island Avenue. yahrzeit, life cycle event) and give back tory after the 10 a.m. Mass. to the community. For more information, Rosetta Woods Our students who are preparing to receive Sat., April 4, Easter Egg Hunt, Grace call Violet Smith 718-885-0978 or e-mail the sacrament of Confirmation will partici- Episcopal Church, City Island Avenue at [email protected]. City Island Nautical Museum pate in a retreat day at the Marian Shrine in Pilot Street, 12 noon. For further information, visit our web- Although the museum has been closed Stony Point on Tuesday, April 21. This is site at www.yourshulbythesea.org. Sat., April 11, Little League Opening to the public since late December, we have part of their immediate preparation for the Ceremony, 10 a.m. Ambrosini Field, City reception of the sacrament at the end of the Ellen Ruth Topol been very busy behind the scenes sorting Island Avenue near Winters Street. and organizing photographs and documents month. We will welcome His Excellency, Bishop Thurs., April 16, Community Board 10 in the museum’s files, upgrading our Rosen- John Jenik, to St. Mary’s on Tuesday, April meets, 7:30 p.m. P.S. 175, 200 City Island feld exhibition and getting ready for our 28. He will administer the sacrament of Avenue. summer exhibition of winners of the Picture the Park! photo contest being sponsored by Confirmation to 18 eighth-graders and two Sat., April 25, , St. Mary’s POTS Program the Friends of Pelham Bay Park (for more adults. The ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. School Yard, Minneford Avenue and Kil- information, go to We congratulate all our confirmandi on this roe Street, drop-off between 4:30 and 5 www.friendsofpelham- ). special event in their lives. p.m. Menu: Turkey or beef patties, noodles baypark.org The big news, however, is that we have Sr. Bernadette, osu and peas in mushroom gravy. finally obtained all the necessary permits Tues., April 28, City Island Civic Associ- and will begin work in mid-April rebuilding Legion Ladies Auxiliary ation meets, 7:30 p.m., Community Cen- the steps leading up to the museum entrance, Thanks to all the ladies who attended ter, 190 Fordham Street. which have deteriorated over the years. We the meeting on March 10. We decided to will reopen to the public on Saturday and postpone the Cancer Bingo until May 2016. Sunday afternoons, beginning April 11, and Temple Beth-El Look out for a bigger and better bingo. Bronx Rotary’s latest Gift of Life child, the contractors, C.I. Construction, will work Enea Ejupi exhibited one of her trade- We are planning a yard sale/bake sale on Temple Beth-El of City Island (TBE), with us to make sure that visitors will have May 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the “your shul by the sea,” at 480 City Island mark smiles that so endeared her to all access to the front door on weekends. Post. Avenue is a stimulating non-denomi- she met at the Gift of Life District 7230 fundraiser. As usual, those of us who volunteer can A reminder that our next meeting will be national place for observance of Jewish always use extra help with our various proj- traditions. Our style of service is Jewish held on April 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Post. Your ects. We have some exciting projects in the renewal, deeply spiritual, innovative and The Rotary Club of the Bronx input at these meetings is necessary, so try to works, and even if you have just an hour or be there. open-minded. The congregation is led by The Rotary Club of the Bronx is thrilled two a week to give us, we would be happy our clergy: Rabbi Shohama Wiener, Rabbi to be sponsoring our 17th Gift of Life child. Laura Booth David Evan Markus and Reb Eva Sax- to put you to work! Call 718-885-0507 for Four year-old Enea Ejupi from Kosovo more information. Bolder with music by Your Band by the Sea. had her surgical procedure on the morn- St. Mary’s Thrift Shop Events begin promptly, so please come 15 ing of March 13 and did quite well. She Barbara Dolensek minutes before listed times. Reminder: for was operated on at Maria Ferari Children’s The St. Mary’s Thrift Shop collection the health and comfort of all, please refrain Hospital in the Westchester Medical Center. Grace Episcopal Church debuted on Thursday, March 19, and our from wearing perfume or cologne. spring and summer items (new and used) Enea and her mother, Ardita, and their host Located at 116 City Island Avenue, Grace Saturday, April 4, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sec- will continue to be on sale during the month family mother, Zoja Rrasi, were met at the Church is a historic Episcopal parish that ond night of Passover. Traditional full seder. hospital by Cheryl Simmons-Oliver and of April, including Easter clothing, decora- Join us in the retelling of our ancestors’ exo- has served the nautical community of City Ed Hicks from the Bronx Rotary Club and tions, shoes, bonnets and bric-a-brac. The dus from bondage. Dinner included, catered, Island for over 160 years. We welcome you! Zoja’s sister Rrasi and her son. shop will be open on April 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, congenial and kosher. Cost $49. For more Enea went into surgery about 8:45 a.m. information, call Bob Berent at 718-885- Worship Schedule: 18, 23, 25 and 30. Come by to shop and Those in attendance saw Dr. Erb around Holy Communion Rite I, Sundays at 10 3098 or e-mail [email protected]. enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee with noon and he told them that things went well. a.m.with Priest-in-Charge Ruth Anne Gar- friends and neighbors. Remember that dona- Each Friday night Shabbat service is fol- The major problem was a valve in the upper cia. After the service, we offer coffee hour, tions are always gratefully accepted. lowed by a celebratory oneg (light refresh- chambers of Enea’s heart that did not work, ments). a time for refreshments and fellowship. Arlene Byrne and they were able to repair this without Contemplative Prayer Service meets on Friday, April 3, 7:30 p.m. Community- having to perform open heart surgery. After Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the church. A led Shabbat services. several hours in recovery, Enea returned to quiet evening service, it includes scripture Friday, April 10, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Join the host family later the same day! City Island Republicans Rabbi Shohama and Rabbi David for Shab- reading, reflection and meditation. On Sunday, March 15, less than 48 hours The Republican County meeting, which bat of Passover coinciding with Shirat after her procedure, Enea was having a Hearts and Hands takes place on Mon- HaYam, the song of the sea our ancestors day, April 13, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This is is open to the public, is held every second great time playing with Zoja and Zef Rrasi’s Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Our sang from bondage to liberation. grandchildren. We couldn’t be more thrilled a group of women (men are welcome, too) next City Island meeting will be held in Friday, April 17, 7:30 p.m. Community- with the outcome for this beautiful, loving from Grace Church and the community who led Shabbat services. child! crochet, knit or use a knitting loom to make April. Friday, April 24, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Join Giovanni’s Restaurant on Arthur Ave- small afghans or hats, which are donated Fred Ramftl Jr. Rabbi David, Reb Eva, Your Band by the nue will be hosting a send-off party for to Calvary Hospital in the Bronx. We have Sea as we welcome back Velveteen Rabbi Enea, Ardita and all Rotarians and friends yarn you can use, and we also welcome yarn Rachel for a Shabbat evening of song and involved in Enea’s Gift of Life on Tuesday, donations. Come join us! Regular Meetings poetry. This week’s double portion of Torah March 24. Maundy Thursday Service: April 2 at Weekly Twelve-Step Meetings (Tatzria and Metzora) evoke transforma- r 7:30 p.m.. Maundy Thursday is the name on City Island tive rituals from spiritual illness to spiritual Marguerite Chadwick-June health. Join us as we shed pretense and open given to the day when Jesus celebrated the Narcotics Anonymous: ourselves to the fullness of transformation passover with his disciples, known as the Fridays at 7:30 p.m., St. Mary, Star of the and spring. Trinity United Methodist Church Last Supper. Sea Church, City Island Avenue near the Course offering: Sunday, April 12, 7:30 Good Friday Service: April 3 at 7:30 p.m. Bridge. to 9:30 p.m. The Spirit of the Story: Jewish Our weekly worship service and Sunday Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 4, from Thursdays at 8 p.m., Trinity United Meth- History in Film (part 3). Join Rabbi David school are at 10 a.m. Holy Communion 1 to 3 p.m. odist Church hall, 113 Bay Street. in exploring Jewish history using film and is celebrated on the first Sunday of each Easter Sunday Service: April 5 at 10 a.m. Holy Communion Rite II. Alcoholics Anonymous: documentaries. Starting with the award- month. Trinity often has a coffee hour after Mondays at 8 p.m., Trinity United Method- winning PBS documentary “The Story of the service. Come and join us for worship Eileen Marcus ist Church hall. the Jews” and then a series of popular films, and fellowship. Children’s Sunday school the course will focus over the next nine Tuesdays at 8 p.m., St. Mary, Star of the takes place during the 10 a.m. service. All Sea Church. months on Jewish history from antiquity to children are welcome to attend. modernity. Film viewing and discussion free Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Spring is here and that means cleaning! to members. $20 for non-members. Church. All TBE members and friends interested Please think of the Budget Corner for donat- ing those gently used items that you no lon- St. Mary, Star of the Sea Church: 718- in praying for and supporting others who are 885-1440 ill and/or need home contact are requested to ger need. The spring schedule is April 4, 7, please join our Chessed Committee. Please 18, 21 and 28, and May 2, 5, 16, 19 and 30. Trinity United Methodist Church: 718- 885-1218 send questions and comments to ertopol@ As always, Trinity United Methodist Church aol.com (Dr. Ellen Ruth Topol). If you is thankful for the City Island community’s 914-473-1447 Grace Episcopal Church: 718-885-1080 want prayers for yourself, family members continued support of the Budget Corner. Overeaters Anonymous: or friends, please send an e-mail. We wel- Saturdays at 11 a.m., Grace Episcopal come any member, friend and family of the Rick DeWitt Church: 718-885-1080 April 2015 The Island Current Page Nine

delicious organic fruits and vegetables in the tractor to be determined by Tutor Perini. we have some supportive services that late spring. For information, contact lauren- The only concern is the placement of the might be helpful, including respite, escort [email protected] or call 917-238-0529. “Welcome to City Island” sign in front of assistance and help with shopping. Please City Island Culinary Club: Wednes- the monuments that pay tribute to the vet- call Patty at 718-885-0727. day, 7 p.m. Have fun with other people who erans of City Island; the Post and the City Transportation Services love to cook and Chef Michael Proietti. Island community would like to have this Off island shopping trips leave at 9:30 “Mother” Sauces: April 1 and 15. Mexican changed. The Post would like to thank the and include Shop Rite, Bay Plaza, Stop Foods: May 6 and 20. Special Salads: June City Island community for its continued & Shop, Target, Farmers Market, Trader 3 and 17. Coming up in June, a Community support! Joe’s, Empire City and more. See our Dinner hosted by CI Culinary Club. For John Muhlfeld monthly calendar for specific dates. The For additional information about the Community Cen- information, call Michael at 646-296-3102. suggested contribution for a round trip is $1 ter, or if you are interested in conducting classes here City Island Drawing Society: Sundays, please call 718-885-1145. Sons of the American Legion on City Island and $2.50 off-Island shop- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find your inner da Vinci and ping trips. Limited availability is open for Your Community Center needs your enjoy the art of drawing with Joshua Glick. We would like to remind all members off island Doctors appts. You must call the help and support! We need you to attend For information, call Josh at 917-721-1419. that 2015 dues ($30) are now due. A check office 1 week prior to appointment and be classes! We need you to volunteer! We need Francesca’s Shamanic Drumming can be mailed or dropped off to the Post and approved. Anyone over 60 is encouraged to you to become members! Annual member- Ceremony and Ritual will take you to a placed into the SAL Box. take advantage of our door-to-door trans- ship to the City Island Community Center is place of self discovery and healing. Franc- New members are always welcome. If portation services. Call Tony at 347-834- only $30 for families and $20 for individu- esca Rev. RPP. CRE, Board Certified Polar- you are a male descendant, step-descendant 6466 for pickup or trips. als. Please consider joining and think about ity/CS, is a Shamanic healer of the soul. Her or adopted descendant of a veteran as set Patty Attis volunteering. We are here for you, and we goal is to heal and help a person feel whole forth in the dates established by Congress, cannot exist without you. To join the Center, again through spiritual journeying. Please we would love to have you as a member. to request our new brochure, and for up- bring a yoga mat to the sessions on the sec- Stop by the Post to pick up an application. to-date information, visit www.cityisland- ond and last Thursday of the month, from 7 Our next meeting will be held on Thurs- communitycenter.org, call 718-885-1145 or to 9 p.m. To register, contact Francesca at day, April 9, at 7:30 p.m. “Like” us on Facebook! 914-837-6830 or www.TheeVitalForcefoun- Fred Ramftl Jr. The Center is run by a volunteer board dation.org. of directors who meet on the first Tuesday Parenting Group: Last Tuesday at 7 of each month at 7 p.m. in the Community p.m. We laugh, we cry and we learn from PSS City Island Senior Center Center Main Room at 190 Fordham Street. one another. Join us as we share our experi- All members are encouraged to attend this ence, strength and hope on this journey of The mission of PSS City Island Center open meeting. parenthood. For information call John Scar- is to provide neighborhood adults sixty dina at 718-885-9305. and over with the tools to live life to their SPECIAL EVENTS Tuesday fullest, keeping them healthy, engaged and CI Rave/ DJ Mikey V and the Bomb Weight Watchers Meetings: evenings at 5:30 p.m. with Debbie. It is time connected through innovative programs and Digz: Friday, April 3, 7 to 10 p.m. for teens up to 17 years. Attend the Bomb Digz live to get healthy and to trim down. A new classes. We are not your everyday senior performance and dance to the beats of series begins mid-January. For more infor- center! Mikey V. Admission $15. mation, call Elena at 718-885-2268 or Patty The center is located at 116 City Island at 718-885-1891. Avenue in Grace Church Hall and is open Family Bingo Night: Friday at 7 p.m. Date to be announced. Bring the whole Yoga with Jo Ann: Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Fri- family for a night filled with fun and games p.m. $10 per session. Gentle level-one class. day. A delicious lunch is served every day with outstanding prizes. Please bring a mat, a strap and, if possible, a from 12 to 1 p.m., catered by Scavello’s Sunday at 1 p.m. Date yoga blanket. For more information, contact (IGA). Call Patty at 718-885-0727 to receive CI Film Society: Photo by Barbara Harrison to be announced. Classic and interesting Jo Ann at 917-853-4719 or joanngny@aol. a detailed monthly calendar featuring trips, . events and activities. Programs are funded The colorful beauty of these two ama- flicks. For information, contact cifilmsoci- com Want to lose that by Presbyterian Senior Services and the ryllis received as a Christmas gift have [email protected]. Zumba with Julia: belly fat? Well here is your chance to Zumba NYC Department for the Aging. brightened the home and the mood of Weekly Schedule with Julia. It’s a high energy Zumba workout your humble writer. Enjoy! HIGHLIGHTS: YOUTH PROGRAMS for an hour. Saturdays at 10 a.m. $10 per Back again in April: Calligraphy on Saturdays, class. For questions, call 917-601-5514. Art Classes for Children: Wednesdays at 1 p.m.; Acrylic Painting on Garden Club of City Island 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Explore drawing, Zumba with Letti: Thursdays at 6 p.m. Thursdays at 10 a.m. painting and sculpture: Study Van Gogh, Letti’s very creative class is a real calorie Easter Luncheon on Thursday, April 2, It’s spring! It’s spring! And, as I write this burner and a blast. Classes are $10. Call Let- Picasso and Leonardo daVinci. For ages 7 at 12 noon: Spiral ham, mashed sweet pota- column, there’s more of that white stuff out tie at 917-292-4228 for more information. to 12 with Lorraine Cantori. Call 914-552- toes, sweet peas, pull-apart rolls. there. This writer has only three things to 5268 to register for the new series. Patty Grondahl Show and Tell Day on Thursday, April 2 say: Jill’s Playgroup: Mondays and at 1 p.m. Bring your prized possession and a Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Preschool 1. Our April meeting will include a pre- American Legion Post #156 little tale about it; you will have three min- sentation on beekeeping and honey making children are invited to have fun with other utes. Sign up at the center. by a local bee keeper. If gardening, gardens children. There is no charge, but donations The next regular meeting will be held on New York Botanical Garden Trip on are appreciated. For information, call Jill at Monday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. The execu- Wednesday, April 15. $15 includes admis- and a beautiful City Island are among your 917-330-0922. tive board meeting will be held on Monday, sion, Orchid Show, conservatory and tram. interests, you’re welcome to attend one of Irish Dance for Children: Mondays, 6 April 20, at 7:30 p.m. Dues ($50) are now Sign up at the Center. our meetings held at 10 a.m. on the first to 7:30 p.m. Irish step dancing for all ages at due. Earth Day Nutrition Presentation on Monday of each month at the City Island all levels taught by Caitlin Nora Kelly. For The VA accepts only clothing donations Wednesday, April 22, at 12:15 p.m. Yacht Club. information or to enroll, call Kim at 718- for our veterans. No books, please. Cloth- “Myths of Medicaid” Presentation on 2. Save the date for the Garden Club’s 885-3501. ing can be dropped off at the Post or taken Thursday, April 23, at 12:15 p.m. annual luncheon, themed “Irises,” to be held

Introduction to Art Portfolio Prep: to the fourth floor of the VA hospital in April Physical Exercise: The exercise on Thursday, May 21, at noon at The City For high school prep or just for fun! To Kingsbridge. Female clothing is especially program offers classes at various levels of Island Yacht Club. enroll, call Geri Smith at 718-885-1503. needed. fitness. Drop in and try one of our classes 3. Most importantly, we will be distribut- Thanks to Peter Zvara, Peter Booth, for yourself. Mondays: Tai Chi DVD at ADULT PROGRAMS ing letters to Island residents and businesses Jimmy Livingston and Gene Valesio, along 9:15; Tuesdays: Cardio Fitness at 9:15 a.m. AA Orchard Beach Group: Saturdays, for our annual Beautification Fund Drive for 7:30 a.m. Open meeting. All are welcome. with Marcello, for his good waiting services, and Yoga Stretch at 1 p.m; Wednesdays: 2015. This is our annual drive to fund the After the March meeting, the group will and Mike Jawski, who set up early that Zumba at 9:15 and Arthritis Workshop at hold its meetings at the beach until the first morning. Thanks also go to Nick Lalli, who 10:15 a.m.; Thursdays: Tai Chi DVD at work we do to keep the Island’s parks and Saturday in November. fixed the wall in the ladies’ room, and Vic 9:15 a.m.; Fridays: Fit for Life at 9 a.m. public spaces planted and maintained. We Aerobics with Mary: Sundays, Mon- Anderson, who made sure that the drain is Yoga Stretch, Tai Chi DVD, and Arthritis tend the lovely planter boxes and keep them days, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10 a.m. working properly on the northwest corner of Workshop classes are free. The suggested seasonally beautiful for all to enjoy. When Stay strong with cross fit/aerobic strength the roof. donation for all other exercise classes is $3 your letter arrives, please be as generous training. Call Mary Immediato at 718-885- On April 18 at 7 p.m. there will be each. as you’ve been in the past, or more so. The 0793. AFA Certified. a fundraising dance sponsored by Dianne April Programs: Mondays: German Garden Club of City Island receives no state O’Sullivan. Tickets are $15 per person, and Belly Dance / Shimmy By the Sea Club at 10:15; Individualized Computer or city funds to support our various projects the event is limited to 70 people. Entertain- Instruction at 1 p.m.; Tuesdays: Conversa- with Kristin, aka Gypsy Curves: Sundays, and programs, and we rely solely on Island ment will be by Jorge. All proceeds will go tional Spanish at 10:15; Wednesdays: Cal- 4 p.m. Fee is $20 per class; the sixth class residents and our local businesses. In addi- is free. Call Kristin Amezquita at 646-625- to the Post. ligraphy at 1 p.m.; and Haircuts by Brenda tion to the planters, we are working this 1575 for information. We have space for your next party and on April 15 and 29 for $10; Thursdays: spring with the board of Pelham Cemetery Chair Yoga with Michael: Fridays, can accommodate up to 80 people. Members Acrylic Painting at 10 a.m.; Piracy Bingo at 9:30 a.m. Note new day. Stretch and flex receive a discount on all hall rentals. Call 12:30 p.m. on April 9 and Birthday Party at to enhance the gate to the site. with an easy combination of yoga, tai chi Joe Goonan at 718-885-1637. 12:30 on April 16; Fridays: Fun with Pho- So I close this update with wishes for and pilates. For more information, call All retired flags should be dropped off at tography at 10:15 a.m. and Learn to Play warmer weather with no more snow, for Betty at 718-885-1095. the Post in the mailbox by the flagpole. Mah Jongg at 12:30. beautiful and bountiful gardens and an Ave- Any retired veterans willing to help out Chess Club: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. Information, Referrals and Assistance nue that’s clean and bursting with color in Chess taught, played and discussed. All lev- around the Post should call John Muhlfeld at our planters. 718-885-0639. Help is greatly appreciated. Regarding benefits applicable to seniors, els welcome. Come on in! Avoid T.V. Have Barbara Harrison fun. Call Bill at 718-541-3995. We are always in need of new members. we are more than happy to provide informa- tion, referrals and assistance in filling out City Island Civic Association: Meets The Post pays the dues of members who are at 7:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of every on active duty. Younger people are necessary forms and applying for certain programs. City Island Theater Group month (except December). Join your com- for the continuation of the Post. Call Patty at 718-885-0727 or drop by the The City Island Theater Group hit the center. munity in action. The NYC DOT held a meeting with ground running after its successful run of Commander John Muhlfeld on Feb. 24 to City Island CSA: Mondays, 5 to 7 p.m. Caregivers Support John Patrick Shanley’s “Outside Mullin- make sure the Post is brought up to speed Join the Community Supported Agriculture If you are caring for someone or if you gar” on Sunday, March 15, by holding its Group now for delivery of the freshest most on the triangle. The monuments will be know someone who is caring for another, maintained by the city through a subcon- Continued on page 10 Page Ten The Island Current April 2015

of a government cover-up that concerns her Set in the dark winter of northern Swe- different political parties. abusive father, Zala (Georgi Staykov). The den, The Red Wolf involves the murder Happy spring, and until next time, three films in the series were also produced of a journalist. Annika links the killing to happy viewing. . . on Swedish television in extended ver- a terrorist attack 40 years earlier, which sions like our mini-series. These versions started with the leftists of the 1960s and are excellent and flesh out more of the spans the years into the present-day liberal actual stories. They have been available by government. Organization News streaming via Netflix. In Lifetime Annika is divorced and Continued from page 9 Annika Bengtzon: Crime Reporter, lonely, so she diverts her pain by diving a series of six 90-minute films released into her work. She investigates the case of a first rehearsal for “Twelve Angry Men,” in 2012, features a fictional character in married pair of police officers, wherein the on Monday, March 16. Reginald Rose’s a Scandinavian noir book and film series wife is accused of killing her husband and classic 1954 drama tells the story of a jury created by the Swedish journalist, pub- Scandinavian Gems hiding their young son. of 12 men as they deliberate the guilt or lisher and crime writer Liza Marklund. The Scandinavians have produced In the final film in the series, A Place innocence of a defendant based on rea- With this series, Marklund introduced a in the Sun, Annika travels to Costa del some excellent films about incredibly female tabloid journalist as the protago- sonable doubt. The range of personalities interesting women. The Swedish movie Sol in Spain to cover a story about a Swed- nist, in a genre whose main characters had ish family killed during a burglary. She adds to the intense conflict that develops The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009) often been men. Set in Stockholm, the plots during the process. No names are used in is based on the first book in Stieg Lars- discovers that the murders are in fact con- cover current events, political scandals nected to a drug trade that reaches from the play, as the jurors are identified only son’s “Millennium Trilogy”. It stars Noomi and women’s issues. Bengtzon works as a by number. In 2007 the 1957 film based on Rapace as Lisbeth Salander, a computer Moroccan hashish farms to the streets of journalist for the fictional Swedish news- the play was selected for preservation in hacker with wild hair and a body covered Sweden. paper Kvällspressen (The Evening News). In 2013 a similar series, Dicte, was the United States National Film Registry by with piercings and tattoos. An abuse sur- She is a career woman who must juggle a vivor, Salander is hired to do background released in Danish. It stars starring Iben the Library of Congress because of its “cul- family as she faces tough colleagues on the Hjejle as crime reporter Dicte Svendsen tural, historical or aesthetic significance.” research on journalist Mikael Blomkvist job. Working as a crime reporter, Bengt- who has returned to her hometown fol- The CITG cast includes Wylie Cohen, (Michael Nyqvist). Blomkvist, in turn, has zon stumbles into one dangerous situation been hired by octogenarian Henrik Vanger lowing a divorce. The series is based on Phil Dante, John Garcia, John Geide- after another. The series stars the gorgeous a series of novels about the title character (Sven-Bertil Taube) to look into the fate Malin Crepin in the title role. man, Jay Langkamp, Dave Lazaar, Tom of his favorite niece, Harriet, who disap- by Danish author Elsebeth Egholm. While In the first of the series, Nobel’s Last both series are very good, I found the Lloyd, Thomas Losito, Rich Masotti, Bill peared decades earlier. Vanger suspects , Annika Bengtzon is witness to the Morton, Ken Sapeta, Frank Siciliano and foul play by one of his sinister relatives, Will Swedish version more riveting. attempted murder of a Nobel laureate and a A superior Danish production is Bor- Keith Traucenick. The director is Elizabeth some of whom were active Nazis during scientist at the Nobel Peace Prize banquet. Paldino. World War II. gen, a one-hour dramatic political televi- A terrorist group from Germany takes The City Island Theater Group was The second film in the series is sion series that tells the story of charismatic The credit for the murder. Because she was a politician Birgitte Nyborg (Sidse Babett pleased to receive plaques of appreciation Girl Who Played with Fire (2009). The witness, Annika is prohibited from report- story follows Lisbeth Salander as she Knudsen), who unexpectedly becomes the from John Tomsen for the group’s support ing the story of a lifetime, but that doesn’t first female prime minister of Denmark. of City Island Little League. Watch for our returns to Sweden after spending a year prevent her from investigating the crime. abroad. She falls under suspicion of having “Borgen” (the Castle) is the nickname team again this year! In Prime Time, on her way to a fam- of Christiansborg Palace in Copenha- murdered a journalist and his girlfriend as Mary McIntyre ily gathering, Annika has to leave her two gen, which houses all three of Denmark’s well as her own social services guardian, children in the care of her boyfriend so Nils Bjurman (Peter Andersson). Mikael branches of government: the Parliament, she can report on the murder of a famous the prime minister’s office and the Supreme Blomkvist has to do what he can to find TV host at the mansion where the program her before the authorities do. Lisbeth’s Court. The series also stars Pilou Asbaek is recorded. Ten suspects are being held as the troubled “spin doctor” Kasper Juul; ingenuity is rather awesome, but she has there by the police, including Annika’s best to survive some graphic, difficult-to-watch Birgitte Hjort is Sorensen, the ambitious friend. news anchor Katrine Fonsmark, and Soren assaults. tells the story of a young In the third film, Studio 69 Malling plays Torben Friis, editor-in-chief The Girl Who woman whose corpse is found in a public for TV1 News. Hailed as the Danish Kicked the Hornet’s Nest (2009), West park. Annika’s research reveals that the Wing, the series consisted of 30 episodes Salander is recovering in a hospital and victim worked as a stripper at the club Stu- awaiting trial for three murders when she over three seasons (2010, 2011 and 2013). dio Sex. Evidence arises that the Minister “Borgen” offers a fascinating education is released. Blomkvist must prove her of Finance was present at Studio Sex on the innocence, but she has to be willing to about the workings of a government whose night of the murder, and a political scandal leader is not directly elected by the people share the details of her sordid experiences ensues. with the court. There is also the problem but is a result of negotiations among the Cormac McEnery, Esq. Elder Law Estate Planning Wills & Trusts April 2015 The Island Current Page Eleven

Kindergarten through third-grade stu- dents are beginning their Lincoln Center In the Garden Theater study of “Sleeping Beauty,” which By MARY COLBY will culminate with a fabulous performance of the show in our theater area. As always, we are grateful to our PTA for subsidizing the Lincoln Center Institute, so that it can continue to be a part of the P.S. 175 arts and aesthetics education program. Our phenomenal Parent-Teacher Asso- Public School 175 ciation held its annual Card Party at Scavel- There was a lot going on at P.S. 175 in lo’s on the Island. Thanks to the hard work March. Students in all grades worked dili- of our dedicated parents, the event was a gently on their Science Fair projects, which tremendous success. Many thanks to all the were displayed during Parent- Teacher parents who spent countless hours prepar- Conferences on Thursday, March 19. Stu- ing for the event. Also, a huge thanks to all dents in the lower grades worked on group the teachers who “donated” an activity to projects, and upper-grade students worked the silent auction. We are very pleased that on their projects individually and in pairs. the funds raised will enable the PTA to con- Students did a beautiful job preparing their tinue to assist us in providing exciting and displays, and it was evident that a lot of enriching experiences and opportunities for hard work had gone into the presentations our students. Many thanks also to the busi- and that much learning had taken place. nesses in our community that supported the Our students also attended some excit- party. ing trips. The kindergarten and first grade Please keep in mind these important went to the American Museum of Natural dates: Hidcote History to see the dinosaur exhibit and to • Families with children turning five A Gardener’s Memoir, Queensborough Community College to see on or before Dec. 31, 2015, who have not Part 2 the Paperbag Players; the fourth grade vis- already used the online tool to pre-register threading through trees and clambering up ited Fraunces Tavern Museum to learn more their children for kindergarten, will have I have been reading the new book walls. Blue ceonuthus alongside crimson about how the local area was impacted by the opportunity to do so at school in early “Sissinghurst” by Sarah Raven and aside and apricot roses bending their arms in the American Revolution; the sixth grade May. Parents/guardians should call the from its being a delightful read, it has arcs way above and over the buildings. She visited the Hall of Science to learn more school at the end of April for specific dates. transported me back to 2000 and my visit had written in one of her articles for The about levers, pulleys and weather and to The Department of Education website also to this unique and wondrous garden. Observer that she had the idea for a silver, do hands-on work in the science lab; and has registration information; http://schools. After seeing Hidcote, I learned of gray and white garden, but she was unsure the seventh-grade students went on a class nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/Elementary/ Vita Sackville West’s gardens through how it would succeed. Now it is one of trip to Philadelphia, where they enjoyed a kindergarten. her books. Vita was a real plants person, the most famous gardens in the world. It guided tour of many of the historical sites. • Eighth- grade graduation will take and her descriptions of plants set one’s is simple in design with rectangular beds They also visited the Franklin Institute place on Wednesday, June 24, at 9:30 a.m. heart on fire. Together with the innova- outlined with boxwood. For the centerpiece Science Museum, where they explored the The Eighth-grade Dance will take place tive books by Christopher Lloyd, the past she used a huge rosa mulliganii, supported wonders of science through many hands-on the same evening from 7 to 10 p.m. The owner of Great Dixter, it was an education by an iron canopy that Harold designed exhibits. Eighth-grade Awards Night Dinner will in horticulture. To see these two great gar- at his desk one evening using paper clips. Fifth-grade students recently finished take place on Wednesday, June 17, at 6 p.m. dens on the same weekend was a dream This rose was blooming and perfuming their musical production of “Aladdin Jr.” • The kindergarten moving-up cere- come true. the air, mingling with tall grey onopordum The two evening performances were a mony will take place on Tuesday, June 23, Dixter was first, on a day overcast thistles, grey santolina and white madonna huge success, and we are sure that we have at 9:30 a.m., followed by a family celebra- with a constant drizzle. I had no umbrella lilies. Gorgeous! some students who are Broadway-bound. tion in the gym. but being so elated I didn’t mind the damp Vita grew up at Knole Castle, and since one bit. The ticket booth was empty save in those days property did not go to the next Our fabulous fifth-grade teachers, Shannon Citizens-of-the-Month Montenare and Lizanne Espina, worked for a small sign posting the fee, and this of kin if you were female, the inheritance March Citizens-of-the-Month are Lea with Jessica McCuiston and Adam Rosen- I left on my honor. It was early May, and went to her uncle and it devastated her. So Acocella and Lizbeth Vazquez (kindergar- wach from the Bronx Arts Ensemble to put the meadow was bejeweled with tiny daf- when she and her husband saw the remains ten); Jordan Carreras (first grade); Matthew on a fabulous show. Jessica and Adam also fodils, purple orchids, checkered lilies and of Sissinghurst, they were quick to buy it, DeSantis and Evan Frey (second grade); worked with grade 3 through 8 in an after- muscari grape. The house, which is pitched and Vita’s romantic vision was satisfied. Eric Lin (third grade); Peter Luderman and school choral program that culminated in a on a tilt and saturated with the color of old She filled it with poetry and her daring and Kenzi St. Clair (fourth grade); Mark Piri wonderful performance for parents/guard- brick, was designed by the architectural beautiful combinations of plants. and Michael Gierum (fifth grade); Joshua ians. We are grateful to Councilman James genius Edwin Lutyens, who restored and Later, after her death, the estate was Rosario and Ava Ferro (sixth grade); Nich- Vacca for the arts grant that helps to subsi- added to its 15th-century buildings and given to the National Trust, and it is kept olas Kola and Eleni Mantzaris (seventh dize the work we do with the Bronx Arts also set the framework for the gardens. so well that you believe you might see her grade); Emma Adinolfi and Bismah Han- Ensemble!! The topiary shaped like peacocks look still puttering out there with twine and nah (eighth grade). as if they are in conversation with one secateurs just around a corner. Or you may another, and around them white daisies imagine her in her study in the castle’s and gladiola Byzantium tumble out onto tower writing her books and poetry. If “Learn from Yesterday, Live for the path. All was quiet except for a few you find yourself in England, go to Kent, photogs in the long border with umbrel- and don’t miss seeing these two stunning las. I’ve painted this scene over and over, gardens. To the end of my days I will be Today, Hope for Tomorrow” emblazoned as it is on my memory. In my continually inspired by them. By JOHN SCARDINA peripheral vision, I saw Christo dart into Recommended books: Christopher March brought the spring equinox, and allows us to act better from now on. The the house; I followed and was treated to Lloyd’s “The Well Tempered Gardener” hope springs eternal as the earth prepares most important question to ask yourself some sort of mulled wine in the great hall. and Vita Sackville West’s “The Garden” and her book of poetry, “In Your Garden.” to bloom once again. As we come out of or your child after a disappointing event Treading up the crazily crooked steps, I happened upon his study containing plenty yet another cold and challenging winter, is this: “What will you do differently Mary Colby is an artist and gardener of books, on gardening of course, many of next time?” Growing old is mandatory, whose studio is at 276 City Island Avenue. how do we prepare ourselves and our chil- them his. A tattered old armchair, a fire She can be reached at 917-804-4509 for dren for the blessings of spring? but growing wise is up to us. Be a life- in the grate, the dachshunds curled up in consultation and design. Learn: Our life experiences provide long learner about yourself and share that their beds, all very cozy and plush. Then valuable lessons, but only if we approach process with your children. Socrates said Fergus, the head gardener, invited us all them without defensiveness and shame. “know thyself” and he was right! back in August “when the exotic garden Reminding ourselves—and our children— Live: Today is all we have. Being pres- really gets going!“ He said that the garden Bartow-Pell Events of past mistakes are only useful if they ent means paying attention to where you was now between seasons, which could Continued from page 7 are now and what is all around you. Take have fooled me. After buying some choice plants at Volunteer Garden Clean-Up Day on a break during the day to be mindful of Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. yourself and your surroundings. Breathe, Christo’s nursery (the towering Goliath poppies), we had a nice meal at the pub, Con Edison and New York Cares join forces sit quietly and let your mind go where it to help us make the grounds beautiful. You and then I washed all the soil off of the may. Do this with your children too—they should, too! Long sleeves, pants, and sturdy roots for legal transport. The next day begin life with a natural tendency to “be footwear strongly recommended. Light re- dawned, and we were off to see Vita Sack- freshments. Registration requested at 718- here now” but that is gradually lost in all ville West’s adored home and garden. the noise of rushing about, watching televi- 885-1461 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Once at Sissinghurst we had much Free. sion and playing video games. better weather, sun, rain, sun, rain. The Local Author Spotlight. On Thursday, Hope: Hope is more than wishful think- approach was dotted with sheep in a April 23, at 7:30 p.m. William B. Helmreich, ing: it is an optimistic faith that everything Gainsborough landscape. Vita Sackville author of “The New York Nobody Knows: works out as it should, despite apparent dif- West’s garden is the most lavish I have ever Walking 6,000 Miles in the City” and sociolo- ficulties along the way. Children who are seen, and to see it at rose season!! Harold gist at the Graduate Center of the City Univer- hopeful aspire to their dreams and believe Nicolson, her husband, did the layout of sity of New York, invites readers on a romp that many things thought to be impossible hedges and the hardscaping, adding to the through largely unexplored neighborhoods aged brick walls of the ruined castle. Vita that is as entertaining as it is enlightening,” are attainable through hard work. The filled it in with such a luxuriousness of according to Sam Roberts of the New York alternative to hope is despair, not a wel- plantings that you have to rub your eyes to Times. Book signing and reception after the coming or productive path to travel. believe that it is all very real. talk. Tickets may be purchased in advance at So as my hero Albert Einstein says, I wept when I entered the courtyard bpmm.org or at the door. Cost $10 adults; $8 “Learn from yesterday, live for today and and saw the combination of architecture seniors and students; members free. Registra- dream for tomorrow.” and plants. Moss roses and clematis, roses tion requested.

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or to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition to be wary of clicking on strange emails and at http://www.nccc-online.org/index.php/ websites. They may be scams to steal your donate. personal information.”

The Current will print obituaries free of charge upon noti- How to Protect Yourself fication by a member of the deceased’s immediate family. Don’t be fooled. These con artists can Call 718-885-0760 or write to P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY sound convincing when they call and they 10464, including your telephone number. may know a lot about you. According to Commissioner Koskinen, “These criminals try to scare and shock you into providing personal financial information on the spot while you are off guard. Don’t be taken in and don’t engage these people over the Annual Phone Scam and phone.” Phishing Report If you get a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and asking for IRS-impersonating phone scams and money, here’s what you should do: phishing continue to be a serious threat to • If you know you owe taxes or think taxpayers, topping the list of the IRS “Dirty you might owe, call the IRS at 1-800-829- Dozen” tax schemes once again. The Trea- 1040. The IRS workers can help you with a sury Inspector General for Tax Administra- payment issue. Joyce Cronk Brafford tion recently warned that the IRS-imperson- • If you know that you don’t owe taxes Joyce Carolyn (Cronk) Brafford of Oak ating phone scam has claimed nearly 3,000 or have no reason to believe that you do, re- Island, NC, passed away on March 15, 2015, victims, who have collectively paid over port the incident to the TIGTA at 1-800-366- $14 million. Phishing email scams continue Janet M. Hickey in Wilmington, NC, at the age of 61. 4484 or at www.TIGTA.gov. Born to Ruth and lifelong Island resident to be pervasive as well. Illegal scams like • If you have been targeted by this scam, Janet Hickey, 60, a beloved clam digger these can lead to significant penalties and and longtime resident of City Island, passed George T. Cronk, Joyce grew up on City also contact the Federal Trade Commission Island. After graduating from Berkley Busi- possible criminal prosecution. IRS Crimi- and use their “FTC Complaint Assistant” at away on Monday, March 9, 2015. nal Investigation works closely with the The first residence on City Island of ness School, she became an office manager FTC.gov. Please add “IRS Telephone Scam” Department of Justice (DOJ) to shut down Janet’s parents, Jim and Joyce Hickey, was in the real estate profession. to the comments of your complaint. scams and prosecute the criminals behind on Fordham Street, where the sign of young Joyce was known for her singing voice. If you receive an unsolicited email that them. Janet swimming at the beach until her lips She was an active member of the Seagull appears to be from either the IRS or an or- Both of these scams are on the list of were blue was a familiar one for friends Theater on City Island and on one occasion ganization closely linked to the IRS, such as the annual IRS list of “Dirty Dozen” tax and family. When Janet was 11, the family put on a one-woman show there. Having the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System schemes. Compiled annually, the “Dirty moved to Ditmars Street, where Janet and risen through all of the levels of Girl Scouts, (EFTPS), report it by sending it to phish- Dozen” lists a variety of common scams her husband, John, continued to live. she became a leader of Cadette Troop 1-63. [email protected]. Janet attended St. Mary, Star of the Sea After the death in 2007 of her first hus- that taxpayers may encounter anytime, but If you think you have been a victim of School and St. Helena’s High School in the band, Joseph D’Arrigo, she married Chet many of these schemes peak during filing an IRS impersonation phone scam or phish- Bronx. As a young girl, Janet would rise Brafford, an engineer at Duke Energy. season as people prepare their returns or ing, don’t hesitate to call. before dawn to attend Mass at St. Mary’s Joyce’s mother is an enthusiastic collec- find people to help with their taxes. tor of Barbie dolls, and Joyce often traveled Phone scams, which have hit taxpay- Church and then take the city bus to Pelham The Legend of Lady Godiva— Bit Horse Riding Academy to fulfill one with her to Barbie conventions that were ers in every state in the country, have been of her passions—caring for horses. It was held in different states. She made many a persistent and pervasive problem for many A Tax Tale during her time at Pelham Bit that Janet friends over the years, many of whom posted taxpayers for many months. Here’s how memories of her on Facebook. it works: Callers claiming to be from the According to legend, in the year 1057, gained her knowledge of horses and became the people of Coventry were suffering in a superior equestrian. After she graduated At the urging of both Joyce and Chet, IRS tell intended victims they owe taxes Ruth moved from Pell Place to her present and must pay using a pre-paid debit card or their attempt to endure extremely heavy tax- from high school, Janet’s equestrian prow- es imposed upon them by their lord, Leofric ess, devotion to horses, free spirit and love home in Carolina Shores, NC. Joyce was wire transfer. Anyone who refuses to pay is predeceased in death by her father and threatened with immediate arrest, deporta- the Dane, in order to finance various battles. of travel propelled her into the professional Leofric’s sympathetic wife, a lovely Saxon equestrian circuit as a trainer, and she trav- her brother Wayne. She is survived by her tion or loss of a business or driver’s license. husband, her mother and her brother Scott Scammers are able to alter caller ID known as Lady Godiva, decided to convince eled with the circuit across the United States her husband, the noble Leofric, to reduce and Canada. Cronk, his wife, Johanne, and their children. numbers to make it look as if the IRS is A memorial celebration of Joyce’s life calling. They use fake names and bogus the overwhelming tax burden he had placed Janet’s love of City Island, however, on his subjects. Leofric declared that Lady always tugged at her heart. She longed for was held in Southport, NC, on March 20; in IRS badge numbers. They often leave “ur- Godiva was “shameless” to plead for “whin- the warmth and caring of the community lieu of donations, her family asked that dona- gent” callback requests. They prey on the ing serfs.” She responded by saying that he and desperately missed her friends and fam- tions be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospi- most vulnerable people, such as the elderly, “would be surprised to discover how honor- ily. So she returned to her roots and then tal in memory of Joyce’s love of children. newly arrived immigrants and those whose able the serfs really were.” embarked on a successful career in the res- first language is not English. Scammers A deal was struck: Lady Godiva would taurant business. She devoted many years as have also been known to impersonate agents manager of the Lobster Box, which is where from IRS Criminal Investigation as well. ride unclothed through the streets of the city, she met her loving husband, John Kuchta. Inspector General J. Russell George clad in naught but her long tresses, and if the For the past 20 years, Janet was general says “it is critical that all taxpayers continue population remained inside shuttered build- manager at Artie’s Steak and Seafood. Her to be wary of unsolicited telephone calls ings and did not peek at her, their tax burden commitment to City Island was also dem- from individuals claiming to be IRS em- would be lifted. On the following morrow, onstrated by her active membership in the ployees. This scam, which is international Godiva made her famous ride and the citi- City Island Civic Association. Her honesty, in nature, has proven to be the largest scam zens of Coventry, in order to spare their fair humor, sparkling eyes, bright smile, skill of its kind that we have ever seen. The call- benefactor any feelings of shame, did not and the genuine way she connected with ers are aggressive, they are relentless, and peek and graciously stayed inside. To wit, people drew patrons back to be in her com- they are ruthless. Once they have your atten- Leofric kept his word and promptly reduced pany night after night. tion, they will say anything to con you out the grateful people’s taxes. And, to this very Janet is survived by her husband, John of your hard-earned cash.” day, throughout Europe, Lady Godiva is celebrated in countless works of art—tapes- Kuchta, her siblings and their spouses, Richard Wall Taxpayers should keep the following in Jimmy and Denise Doyle, Jay and Laura mind: tries, paintings, sculptures and literature. Hickey, and Jackie and Tom Budd; and her Richard “Dick” Wall, a longtime resi- • The IRS usually first contacts people Now that’s what I call tax planning! niece, Jocelyn Budd. dent of City Island, died in Newcastle, ME, by mail—not by phone—about unpaid tax- Be a Godiva and do some planning of A memorial service was held at St. on Feb. 13, 2015, at the age of 89. es. your own. Proper tax and financial planning Mary, Star of the Sea Church on Friday, Dick was predeceased by his wife of • The IRS will not ask for payment us- should not be a once-a-year thing. Make March 20, 2015, and she was laid to rest many years, Yolanda Wall, and his son, ing a pre-paid debit card or wire transfer. April 15 a little less taxing with a resolution Joseph Gorgoglione. He is survived by next to her parents in Pelham Cemetery. • The IRS also will not ask for a credit to start advance planning on a regular basis. his son Stephen Wall and daughter Lillian Janet’s wish was that donations be made card number over the phone. Ongoing tax and financial planning sessions Kerbawy, six grandchildren and nine great to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Founda- • The IRS will never threaten to bring or consultations, with a view toward and in grandchildren. tion in honor of her niece, at www.jdrf.org, in local police or other law-enforcement connection with, your annual tax prepara- groups to have you arrested for not paying. tion, could be one of the smartest invest- Phishing is a scam that is typically car- ments you make this year. ried out with the help of unsolicited email or a fake website posing as a legitimate site to lure in potential victims and prompting them to provide valuable personal and fi- PIANO nancial information. Armed with this infor- mation, a criminal can commit identity theft TUNING or financial theft. It is important to keep in mind that the Rebuilding & Refinishing IRS generally does not initiate contact with Buying, Selling & Moving taxpayers by email to request personal or fi- 30 Years Experience nancial information. This includes any type Please Contact: of electronic communication, such as text Ralph Merigliano messages and social media channels. 413 City Island Ave. 718-885-3831 IRS Commissioner John Koskinen Voice Mail: 212-802-5504 Cell: 914-262-6912 City Island, NY 10464 718-885-3832 says: “The IRS won’t send you an email about a bill or refund out of the blue. Don’t Home: 718-885-0915 click on one claiming to be from the IRS [email protected] that takes you by surprise. I urge taxpayers April 2015 The Island Current Page Thirteen

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Bald Eagles We thought we were the lucky ones when a peregrine falcon decided to take a saltwater bath in a hole in the ice at the end of Fordham Street. Typically, he opts for the puddles in the Orchard Beach parking lot, but our weather must have made fresh water hard to come by. And then there was a kestrel atop the chainlink fence, scoping out the noisy sparrows in the neighbor’s privet. Who better than us, or so we thought, until we heard about the bald eagles! On City Island! The first report came from Rochelle Street, and then we heard from Robbin (not the bird, the person). She sent the picture at right, which she took in her own backyard. For people who care about this sort of thing, we can’t imagine it getting any better than looking up into your own tree in your Photo by ROBBIN HARRISON own backyard and seeing a bald eagle. Rob- bin must have been on something of a lucky iron will to finish what he started that are streak last month, as she was also treated inspiring for all. to a coyote crossing the road in front of her So this year treat yourself and run, while she drove to work. Here is a link to don’t walk, to 170 Central Park West before an article from the New York Times about it’s too late. You won’t be disappointed. coyotes in the Bronx: http://www.nytimes. com/2015/03/08/nyregion/that-howling- just-new-yorks-neighborhood-coyotes. Five Tips html?_ r=0. The last bald eagle report came from for Coyote the Hickeys on Horton Street. Over a five- day period, the Hickeys came to know Coexistence seven bald eagles as they hunted, fed and A coyote hasn’t been seen on City rode the pack ice between City Island Island in quite a while, but now that and Hart Island. Through his telescope, spring has arrived, many Islanders will Dan was able to capture video of an adult be going for walks in Pelham Bay Park feeding on a duck that had been trapped and park officials have distributed some in the ice. The link to this fascinating You- advice about how to interact (or rather, Tube video is https://www.youtube.com/ how not to interact) with this wild mem- watch?v=24fyHqSk-mA. ber of the canine family. Regular readers of this column may Do not feed coyotes. Keeping them recall our advice last year for the John wild is the key to coexistence. James Audubon exhibit at the New York Remove attractants. Store all food Historical Society: run, don’t walk. That and garbage in animal-proof containers. was what we said after seeing Part II. Well, (This helps keep raccoons, skunks, and Part III, the final installment of “Audubon’s strays away as well.) Aviary: The Complete Flock” is now open Supervise pets. Walk your dogs on a and will remain so until May 10. It is the leash and keep cats inside. kind of show that anyone can appreci- Keep coyotes wary. If you are ate, even if birds and birding are not your approached, act big and make loud thing. The elephant-folio sized drawings noises. are impressive enough, but it is the enor- Appreciate coyotes from a distance. mity of Audubon’s vision, the adversity Share this information with your neigh- he faced throughout the enterprise, his bors.

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Photo courtesy of the Lott family Joseph and Eleanor Goonan Proud dad Stephen Lott Sr. with sons Happy 15th anniversary on April 3 to Stephen Jr. and Tommy at their initiation Whytey and the hardworking staff of Papa into the electrician’s union. John’s Deli. Keep up the good work! Happy birthday to Philip Ribaudo, with all our love, Mom and Dad. You’ve reached a Able to clean one Cathi Swett a milestone, son! Best wishes for continued happiness to City Island, New York and Red Bank, NJ, room or an Joseph and Eleanor Goonan, who are cele- attorney Cathi Swett has been appointed to brating their 50th wedding anniversary this entire house the Board of Directors of the International month. With love from James and Susan, Children’s Rights Institute in Northridge, Ann-Marie, Joseph, Paul and Sarah. a No job too small or CA. Cathi, daughter of the late Margie Congratulations to Stephen Lott Jr. and McNulty, will continue serving as a mem- too large his brother, Tommy Lott, who were recently ber of their Academic Council. initiated into the electrician’s union, IBEW Happy birthday greetings on April 23 a Flexible schedule Local 3, following in the footsteps of their to the Sailmaker’s Judy Iovieno, with love proud dad, Stephen Lott Sr. from the Iovieno and Swieciki families. Happy birthday wishes to David Butter- Best wishes for a very happy 25th birth- worth on April 30 and his aunt, Mari Doyle, day to Frank Ramftl, who will celebrate his 718-885-1728 on April 14, with love from the Doyle and big day on April 4. With love from Mom, 917-519-9093 Butterworth families. Dad, Fred, Grandma and Gianna. Birthday greetings to Anne McIntyre on Welcome to Giona Toro, who was born April 22 and to Maria Swieciki on April 25. on Nov. 13, 2014, to Jeannine and Toro His cake is officially a fire hazard! Mazzeo. He is lovingly manhandled by Happy 60 candles to Horton Street’s Eric big brother Luca and big sister Magnolia. Rauhauser on April 2. Also, happy birth- Nonni Jane and Papa Joseph are over the day to former Earley Street resident Carol moon! Gauss McKenna on April 14. Last but not A big happy birthday on April 22 to least, happy April 30 birthday to Leah Nani. Minneford Avenue’s Elizabeth Farnum. Love, Karen, Paul, Roger, Mark and Lyla. Also, best wishes for a great 24th wedding And a not-so-fond farewell to Old Man anniversary on April 20 to Elizabeth and Winter! her husband, Ken, with much love from Mom and Deb. Maria Swieciki Happy birthday wishes on April 8 to our dad, Bill Etzel, from his sons, Rudy and Oscar Etzel! Also, happy birthday greetings to Grandpa Pete and Grandma Josephine, who also celebrate in April. We love you all! Many thanks to Ron Terner, who gave a dynamic presentation on “40 Years of Photographing City Island” at the Manor Club in Pelham last month. The audience loved Ron’s photos and the stories that went along with them. Giona Toro Mazzeo

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