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July 12, 2019 | Vol. 7, Number 27 | www.ryecityreview.com
Latimer outlines Property Taxpayer Protection Act
in the making Public art has arrived at Playland Park with the first exhibit on the boardwalk in more than five decades. Called the “Floating Forest,” ceramic jellyfish are suspended from the ceiling at varying heights, creating an engaging and interactive piece that both adults and children alike can enjoy. For more, see page 6. Photo/Kyle Mills
County Youth Bureau to host second annual Invest Fest The Westchester County Youth Bureau will host the second annual Invest In Kids Fest (Invest Fest) in collaboration with 22 youth serving agencies and PepsiCo on July 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ridge Road Park in Hartsdale. This year’s theme, “Invest in You” complements the recreational and fun-filled learning activities that will be offered to promote social, emotional, physical and educational well-being. Invest Fest features 20 different “Invest Stations.” The stations offer a variety of interactive experiences to keep youth motivated and moving, ranging from Yoga, sack racing and hoola hooping to educational jeopardy, financial literacy and relationship building trivia.
There will be live performances by Young at Arts Performing Arts School and DJ I-slam. “This year’s theme, ‘Invest in You’ coincides with the positive youth development philosophy of creating safe, nurturing environments that encourage belongingness,” said Dr. DaMia Harris-Madden, the executive director of the county Youth Bureau and creator of the Invest Fest. “Too often, geography and resources limit youths’ ability to network and learn from each other. With 22-plus agencies volunteering their resources, youth will have the opportunity to network and experience camaraderie with their peers, while gaining exposure to existing youth
services and natural supports in the County.” Participating partnering agencies for 2019 Invest In Kids Fest include: • The Boys and Girls Club of Northern Westchester • The Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle • White Plains Youth Bureau • STEER for Student Athletes • The Mount Vernon Youth Bureau • Junior Achievement • The Peekskill Youth Bureau • My Sister’s Place • Family Services of Westchester • Family Service Society of Yonkers • The Guidance Center of
Westchester • The Hudson River Museum • New Rochelle Youth Bureau • Thomas H. Slater Center • Westchester Jewish Community Services • The YMCA of Yonkers • The YWCA of Yonkers • The YWCA of White Plains & Central Westchester • Sister to Sister International • Student Advocacy • Westchester Children’s Association • The Harris Project Agencies must have registered with the Youth Bureau in order to participate. Please contact the Westchester County Youth Bureau at 995-2745 for more information. (Submitted)
$70 million collected, 20 percent will go to local municipalities and 10 percent to the school districts. Additionally, the news that the county, which currently has an AA+/Negative from S&P, has increased its sales tax rate has been deemed a tremendous step forward in improving the county’s bond rating. According to S&P Global Ratings, the increase is “a step toward restoring budgetary balance and will likely have a positive credit impact.” “Today is the end of one-shot revenues and borrowing for operating costs,” Latimer said. “We now have a creative source of revenue that is not an additional burden on the County’s property taxpayers. This tax freeze will help address the expected increases for many residents and taxpayers from the new Federal Tax Plan.” Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said, “This law, requested by the County Government, allows Westchester to have greater parity with neighboring counties while directly helping overburdened local governments and providing much needed funding to our local schools.” (Submitted)
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Focused on taking the burden off Westchester County property taxpayers, and combating the loss of the federal SALT deduction, County Executive George Latimer announced a series of actions in response to Gov. Andrew Cuomo signing the Westchester County Property Taxpayer Protection Act. The announcement came during a press conference with nearly 60 elected officials, government leaders and school district leaders and advocates from both sides of the aisle standing in solidarity with the county executive. Those actions include: • Signing of an Executive Order to prohibit the county from independently selling county parkland that is more than 2 acres; • Announcement that budget amendments will be introduced to stop the sale of county parking lots; • Moving $5 million to the county’s reserve fund; • Directing the departments of Budget and Finance that county property taxes throughout the county will be frozen for two years (FY 2020 and FY 2021); and • Announcing that of the nearly
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Sarah Neuman’s Heart Failure program gets gold seal The New Jewish Home, Sarah Neuman in Westchester is proud to announce that its Heart Failure program has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Heart Failure Certification. The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies more than 22,000 health care programs worldwide and sets the highest standards for health care quality. Sarah Neuman’s Heart Failure program is the first in Westchester County and only the second in New York State to receive this Gold Seal certification. In fact, in 2017, The New Jewish Home’s Manhattan campus was the first skilled nursing facility in the state to achieve Disease Specific Certification in Heart Failure. These milestones reflect The New Jewish Home’s commitment to excellence and to meeting the focused goal of helping patients to get well and go home. The Heart Failure program at Sarah Neuman—a short-stay rehab for patients with heart failure—offers rehabilitation, cardiac education and real-time
heart health monitoring. Care is provided by a multi-disciplinary clinical support team which includes nurses, nutritionists, physical and occupational therapists and social workers who work in consultation with the patients’ primary care cardiologists. “Get well and go home! Simply put, that’s the goal of our short-term skilled rehabilitative programs, including our Heart Failure program,” said Dr. Jeffrey Farber, president and CEO of The New Jewish Home. “The New Jewish Home is committed to helping our patients regain their independence after heart failure by providing them expert care and rehabilitation that will allow them to live independently in their own communities. Congratulations to the Heart Failure program team at Sarah Neuman for accomplishing this milestone certification.” Among the many services available through Sarah Neuman’s Heart Failure program are: • 24-hour skilled nursing care • On-call medical coverage, seven days a week
• Rehabilitation services seven days a week • Cardiology and Rehabilitation Medicine consults • Medication management • Nutritional consultation and evaluation • Medical Social Work • Recreation/religious services • Comprehensive discharge planning A key component of the program’s success at Sarah Neuman is patient education. The Heart Failure program empowers patients to be active participants in managing their health and helps them identify problematic symptoms; understand their medication plan and the importance of good nutrition; learn to deal with stress and depression; commit to important lifestyle changes and understand the importance of routine tests and follow-up appointments with cardiologists. “Heart Failure Certification recognizes health care organizations committed to fostering continuous quality improvement in patient safety and quality of care,” said Mark Pelletier, chief operating officer, Accreditation
Sarah Neuman’s Heart Failure program is the first in Westchester County and only the second in New York State to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Heart Failure Certification. Contributed photo
and Certification Operations and chief nursing executive, The Joint Commission. “We commend The New Jewish Home for using certification to reduce variation in its clinical processes and to strengthen its program structure and management framework for cardiac patients.”
To achieve certification, Sarah Neuman’s Heart Failure program recently underwent a rigorous onsite review. During the visit, a Joint Commission surveyor evaluated compliance with certification standards including clinical practice guidelines, functional improvement in rehabilitation ser-
vices, managing of daily weights and rehospitalizations. Joint Commission standards are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. For more information, please visit The Joint Commission website. (Submitted)
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Arc Westchester hosts annual membership meeting The Arc Westchester, the county’s largest agency supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I/DD, including those on the autism spectrum, and their families, recently hosted its 70th Annual Membership Meeting at The Gleeson-Israel Gateway Center. More than 70 chapter members, invited guests, self-advocates, staff and board members were in attendance. The annual meeting formally acknowledged changes to the organization’s board of directors. Of note, John Barrett, managing director of the investment sales division of RM Friedland, was named the newest board member. In addition, The Richard P. Swierat Self-Advocate of the Year Award, named after The Arc Westchester’s former executive director, was presented to Suzette Burgher, who
attends day services at the organization’s Sheib Center in Yonkers. One of the event’s highlights was the unveiling of the organization’s new values and overview of the resulting strategic plan. “Over a year ago we surveyed our individuals and families to gain insight on the Top 5 values important for our organization to uphold in all our programs and initiatives,” said Tibi Guzmán, executive director and CEO of The Arc Westchester. “The families selected Independence, Safety, Relationships, Happiness and Health. Last year, we developed our three-year strategic plan and integrated these values in all our goals and objectives aimed to broaden our communication to families, staff and all our stakeholders, to develop innovative programs that foster wellbeing and to form initiatives that ensure
long-term sustainability in this ever-changing environment.” New to this year’s Annual Membership Meeting was a presentation from Helene Godin, president and CEO of By The Way Bakery. Her business has gone above and beyond in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities since becoming an Arc Westchester employer partner in 2016. “Helene is one of our best program ambassadors who believes that giving those with special needs a chance to be a part of the workforce is aligned with her company’s mission to Bake the World a Better Place,” Guzmán said. “We are grateful that she was able to participate in our Annual Membership Meeting and share how hiring individuals with I/DD has positively impacted her business.” (Submitted)
Mamaroneck businesses to host artists, makers Mamaroneck Art Stroll presented by Westchester Handmade will be held on the weekend of July 27 and July 28, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on each day. Local creative businesses along with various venues in pop-up galleries throughout the charming village of Mamaroneck just a 35-minute train ride from Grand Central, where residents and visitors alike can follow along with a printed or custom Google map. Highlights will include a variety of more than a dozen venues, with art exhibits, family-friendly activities, demos, giveaways, discounts and live music that give participants a view of the artistic diversity of Westchester. The Art Stroll is not only a way to showcase local creative businesses and local talent but as an economic stimulus during the summer season slow-down when many residents venture out of town and pedestrian traffic is at some of the lowest of the year. “I think with the days of Amazon, delivery apps, rising rents and high storefront turnover, we have to be more strategic about how we approach supporting local independent businesses.” said Laura Saravia Bott, founder of Westchester Handmade. “These small businesses provide the area with not only services and products, but a sense of community as well. It’s also a great way to bring local art to the village. This event, unifies Boston Post Road, down “The Ave” into the industrial area “M.A.K.E.R.S Zone.”
With the generosity of Murphy Brothers Contracting, a Mamaroneck-based general contractor, as our leading sponsor, we will be having the “Live Art at the Barn” at 416 Waverly Ave., in partnership with Bott Shoppe’s roster of local artists from the “Made in Westchester” art showcase as part of the Emelin Theatre’s inaugural performance series back in late 2018-2019. We will be creating “temporary” murals on a barn that will soon be torn down. Other activities include tie-dying with Radiant Janes and an art showcase of the participating artists. “We’re delighted to be a part of the inaugural Art Stroll which we hope will be the first of many to come in the wonderful Village of Mamaroneck.” said Chris Murphy, of Murphy Brothers Contracting. Drop by down the block to Chatsworth Antiques & Consignments for a mini version of their market at Chatsworth with various makers selling their wares.Other family-friendly activities like design-your-own chocolate bar and tasting samples at Chocolations or Mamaroneck Flowers, where you can paint your own mini pot and take home seeds to plant. Check out other art activities and demos at various locations including The Bott Shoppe, M.A.D.E., Pinot Palette or Bullseye Glass Resource as well as at local businesses like the Fine Men’s Salon of Westchester or go rock out at School of Rock of Mamaroneck for an interactive demo. Bach to Rock will also
have various performers along the Art Stroll entertaining visitors. Make a day of it and have lunch or dinner at one of many participating restaurants, including Frankie and Fanucci’s with their pour-your-own beer and wine bar. Then stroll to the picturesque 44-acre Harbor Island Park with its newly renovated water spray park, scenic views and yearround recreation. Thanks to the participants, the Art Stroll is free for all visitors, and we will be honoring our local businesses at a reception at Good Shepherd Distillery on Saturday, July 27, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy live art, bites and sips from local retailers including Diner Brew Co., who will be opening their tasting room later this year in downtown New Rochelle and who’s owner currently lives in Mamaroneck. To get tickets for the reception and RSVP to be kept up to date, visit westchesterhandmade.com/ events/vom-art-stroll-2019/. Re-launched in October 2018, Westchester Handmade was created to more efficiently identify emerging and established hyper-local artists, designers and makers currently living and/or working in Westchester County, to create a network of supportive, like-minded individuals with goods and services that are being created and offered from the Hudson to the Sound. We strive to inspire, cultivate and support the local maker economy and community. (Submitted)
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Letters to the Editor
Relief for county taxpayers is here Yesterday, with the bipartisan support of state lawmakers, local elected officials, school district leaders and advocates from across the county, I announced that the Westchester County Property Taxpayer Protection Act will go into effect on Aug. 1 of this year. The measure, at its core, is about bringing relief to Westchester County’s property taxpayers. As a taxpayer, you may be asking yourself “what does this mean for me?” The Property Taxpayer Protection Act offers an alternative revenue source for Westchester County—outside of raising your county property taxes. By achieving sales tax parity with our neighboring counties of Rockland and Putnam, and cities like Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, White Plains and Yonkers, for the equivalent of one penny on the dollar, we are creating a steady stream of revenue that will be spread out among anyone who shops in Westchester County, not just property taxpayers. With this act in place, if you buy something in New Castle, the sales tax will be the same in New Rochelle: if you make a purchase in Waccabuc, the levy will be the same in White Plains. And, of the nearly $70 million that will be collected annually as a result, 20 percent will be distributed to our local municipalities, and 10 percent to Westchester’s school districts. The Property Taxpayer Protection Act is a victory for all, and it is a tremendous step towards ensuring a strong financial future for our county. The act will allow us to hold the line on county property taxes for fiscal years 2020 and 2021, restore $15 million to the county’s reserve fund, and will have a positive credit impact on the county’s bond rating, which was downgraded after 2017 by S&P.It is a new day in Westchester County. This symbolizes the end of one-shot deals, and the end of borrowing to cover operating costs. We now have a constant, creative source of revenue. I am thankful and proud of the collaborative effort it took to accomplish this, and I look forward to moving Westchester County in the right direction—together. George Latimer, Westchester County executive
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ART ON THE BEACH First art installation unveiled on Playland Boardwalk in over five decades Take a walk through an underwater forest, and engulf yourself in the mystical world of the sea while being surrounded by the floating magical creatures that are both fascinating and fearsome—jellyfish. Public art has arrived at Playland Park, and Westchester County Executive George Latimer unveiled the first art exhibit on the boardwalk in more than five decades. Called the “Floating Forest,” ceramic jellyfish are suspended from the ceiling at varying heights with lights casted down upon them, creating an engaging and interactive piece that both adults and children alike can enjoy. “To me, nothing quite says summer like a stroll down the Playland Boardwalk, and I am so thrilled that young, inspired artists will be breathing new life into space that has been left vacant for decades, “Latimer said. “I invite Westchester residents from all corners of the County to come and visit Playland this summer, and take advantage of the new and exciting programs we have to offer. Art on the boardwalk is a natural fit, and I want to thank ArtsWestchester and the Westchester County Parks Foundation for supporting Art on the Beach.” The exhibit was created by artist Tatjana Kunst, who was inspired to create the work after suffering a severe jellyfish sting as a child. “From that day, I found myself in awe of this creature so beautiful, yet so capable of harm,” she said. “This ‘Floating Forest’ takes a potentially harmful organism and turns it into one of beauty.” “Floating Forest” was selected out of a group of 54 submissions made by artists and arts groups to ArtsWestchester, Westchester County and the Westchester Parks Foundation. The exhibit will fill up a storefront space in the south bathhouse that has been unoccupied for a decade, and will remain for the rest of the summer for visitors to enjoy. “The Westchester Parks Foundation is proud to support the County Executive and Arts Westchester on the first art installation on Playland Boardwalk in over 50 years,” said Janet Langsam, ArtsWestchester chief executive officer. “It is a great addition to the park and will bring even more people to Playland… throughout the summer.” The Art on the Beach initiative is a pilot for a future series of creative interventions at the park. It aims to infuse more public art experiences into Playland’s ever-growing list of attractions. Artists drew inspiration from many sources in their proposals for the 700-plus square foot space that overlooks the Long Island Sound. Some were inspired by Playland’s historic Dragon Coaster, famously featured in Mariah Carey’s “Fantasy” video; others reminisced about the hand-carved horses on the park’s carousel, currently under restoration after a 2017 fire; and some artists desired to raise awareness about plastic waste and environmental preservation with the use of recycled materials. “The Westchester County Parks Department is thrilled to be able to offer a new element of fun to Playland’s visitors this summer,” said Peter Tartaglia, deputy parks commissioner. “We hope that this public art experience will welcome a new wave of visitors to our historic park to see all that Playland has to offer.”
“Floating Forest” was selected out of a group of 54 submissions. The exhibit will fill up a storefront space in the south bathhouse that has been unoccupied for a decade, and will remain for the rest of the summer for visitors to enjoy. The exhibit was created by artist Tatjana Kunst, who was inspired to create the work after suffering a severe jellyfish sting as a child.
Called the “Floating Forest,” ceramic jellyfish are suspended from the ceiling at varying heights with lights casted down upon them, creating an engaging and interactive piece that both adults and children alike can enjoy. Photos courtesy ArtsWestchester
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County seeks nominations for Senior Hall of Fame Do you know a senior who is making a positive difference in Westchester County through his or her professional life, volunteer work or both? If so, Westchester County Executive George Latimer invites you to submit a nomination to the Westchester Senior Citizens Hall of Fame, now in its 37th year. “The Senior Hall of Fame is a special tradition honoring seniors who give their time and energy to improve the quality of life in our community,” Latimer said. “Don’t miss this great opportunity to shine a light on seniors who merit special recognition for their contributions.” Nominations are due by Sept. 13 and may be obtained online at westchestergov.com/seniors. To be nominated, a person must: • Be at least 60 years old and live in Westchester • Made significant contributions to improve life in the
county • Be an outstanding leader or advocate • Have professional achievements that reflect innovative solutions to fulfill unmet community needs (if nomination is based on paid professional work) • Past Hall of Fame inductees are not eligible (see list of former inductees at westchestergov.com/seniors) All nominations will be reviewed by a judging committee of past Senior Hall of Fame honorees, members from the county Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS, Aging Network, the county’s Senior Council and the Older Americans Act Advisory Council. DSPS Commissioner Mae Carpenter said that the Seniors Hall of Fame is an important tradition because the senior community has helped Westchester to become known for its quali-
ty of life. “Today’s older generation molded a way of life that reflects the caring and generosity of its people,” she said. Those selected will be inducted into the Senior Hall of Fame at a festive awards luncheon on Friday, Dec. 6, in the Grand Ballroom of the Westchester Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown. The county DSPS, Westchester County Parks and the Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services are hosting the gala. Please submit your nominations online at westchestergov. com/seniors or if you prefer to mail your nomination, contact Rose Cappa at rose@theeventdepartmentny.com or at 747-0519. Cappa is also the contact to learn how to become a Senior Hall of Fame sponsor or to sponsor a particular honoree. For additional information, call 813-6300 or visit westchestergov.com/seniors. (Submitted)
Entergy Screenings Under the Stars kicks off at Kensico Nothing says summer like watching a nighttime outdoor movie, so pack a picnic, grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to see “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation,” Friday, July 12 at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The film is the first of the two-event Entergy Screenings Under the Stars free outdoor movie series. The next movie is “How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World” on Friday, Aug. 2. “This is a movie that every member of the family can see and enjoy, and the unique setting of Kensico Dam Plaza on a summer night just adds to the experience,” Westchester County Executive George Latimer said. “Grab your folding chair and enjoy a great mid-summer night with friends and neighbors.” Children who attend local camps and go to the film in camp tee shirt or other camp apparel qualify to win a chance at Playland passes, or a visit to their camp from Westchester Talk Radio for a live podcast onsite, or camp visits from an ice cream or hot dog vendor. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. The movie starts at dusk. Admission and parking are free, and refreshments will be available to buy. In the event of rain, the movie will be canceled.
Nothing says summer like watching a nighttime outdoor movie, so pack a picnic, grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to see “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation,” Friday, July 12 at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The next movie is “How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World” on Friday, Aug. 2. Photo/James Grasso
“Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” is a PG-rated animated comedy from 2018. Count Dracula and company participate in a cruise for sea-loving monsters, unaware that their boat is being commandeered by the monster-hating Van Helsing family. “How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World” was a huge hit when it was released earlier this year. In this PG-rated, animated comedy, Hiccup discovers that Toothless isn’t the only Night Fury. Hiccup must then seek “The Hidden World”—a secret Dragon Uto-
pia—before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first. Entergy Screenings Under the Stars is sponsored by 100.7 WHUD, Applebee’s, 107.1 The Peak, Boston Children’s Health Physicians, Hamlethub, Indian Point Energy Center/Entergy, Inspiria Outdoor Advertising, JPMcHale Pest Management, Metro-North Railroad, Westchester Magazine, Westchester Parks Foundation and Westchester Talk Radio. For more information, go to parks.westchestergov.com or call 864-PARK. (Submitted)
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By Andy Landorf & John Colquhoun
The New 60 is a weekly look about what it’s like to be in your 60’s in today’s world: adult children living at home, downsizing (jobs and houses), finding old friends on Facebook and deciphering text-speak. It’s a Brave New World of second homes, second careers and second marriages…and finding out after a lifetime of milkshakes and ice cream that you’re suddenly lactose-intolerant. The New 60 is created by two local 60-plus Westchester residents, John Colquhoun of Bronxville and Andy Landorf, who hails from Tarrytown. The duo are long-time advertising creatives and this, as the saying goes, is their Act II. Even though it features folks in their 60’s, if you know someone who is 60, have a parent who’s 60 or just generally enjoy watching funny things happen to other people, you’ll find something to relate to here—you may even find yourself saying, “Hey, that happened to me!” To read more of the New 60, visit their website at thenew60comic.com.
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Around Town Lawn Chair Theatre “Much Ado About Nothing” “Some Cupid kills with arrows, some with traps.” Lawn Chair Theatre, under the auspices of The Rye Arts Center, has brought performances to the parks of Westchester County since 2006. This summer, come join us for the original romantic comedy: Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.” Set in post-WWII France against the backdrop of a changing world, our players seek out love, understanding… and laughter. Lawn Chair Theatre is a unique summer experience, where a group of Shakespeare-loving artists get together to create a little magic. Traveling around to various outdoor locations in Westchester, we work together to put up a special piece of theatre, take it down, celebrate and do it all over again the next night!
space-themed games and test out your space skills! Will you win big at the Out of This World Game Night? This event is appropriate for children’s entering grades K-5. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Signups begin one week before the event and can be found at ryelibrary.org. Meeting Room
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Heather Harpham is a writer, teacher and theater artist whose fiction essays and reviews have appeared in Slate Parents More Water~Stone Review and Red Magazine in the UK. Her memoir “Happiness: The Crooked Little Road to Semi-Ever After” was released in 2017 and selected for Barnes and Noble’s Discover Great New Writers Series as well as being an Indie Next pick. Harpham’s writing for the stage includes six solo plays the most recent of which “Happiness” and “Burning” toured nationally and were produced in Kathmandu Nepal. Harpham has taught as a guest artist at colleges and universities throughout the U.S. and in Europe. Originally from northern California, she now lives in New York, just a short walk from the Hudson River with her family.
Saturday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. Pine Ridge Park, Rye Brook
Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. Crawford Park, Rye Brook
Summer Musical Theater: Mary Poppins July 29 through Aug. 2
Saturday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m. Rye Town Park
Musical Theater Workshop. Ages 8-13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. In these week-long workshops, students will learn shortened versions of scenes, songs and simple choreography—all from some of the greatest Broadway and Disney productions. Students will get a chance to experience the world of theater by exploring their talent through acting, singing and dancing. All students are asked to bring a voice recording device. An informal presentation is held each Friday evening at 7 p.m. for family. Daily attendance is required in order to make each presentation successful. Please pack a nut-free lunch. Fee per week: $395 (members receive discount).
Book Café Friday, July 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Iris Fisher’s home (please call for information) Armchair Art Tour: Dining Out in Ancient Rome Saturday, July 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Out of This World Game Night-Family Fun Night Thursday, July 18 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bring your family and friends for a friendly night of competition at the library. Participate in outer
Vino & Vinyasa Goes Outside! Thursday, July 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Vino & Vinyasa Returns! Join Stephanie Filardi for an all levels yoga class overlooking Milton Harbor followed by a wine tasting. Introduction to Brush Calligraphy with Lillian Liming Saturday, July 20 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. In this beginner-friendly class by Lillian of Lillian Liming Design Co., you’ll learn the basics of brush calligraphy—from foundational brush strokes to forming and connecting letters. Lillian will share her tips to help you develop your own style as well as a few fun ink blending techniques to bring your lettering to life! What’s included? two-hour guided instruction and feedback by Lillian; a take-home Starter Kit including two brush pens, a workbook and two blank notecards; in-class use of supplementary brush pens, plus paper supplies ...and a surprise gift!
Book Cafe meets to discuss Behold the Dreamers by Mbue.
Take an Armchair Art Tour with Michael Norris: Dining Out in Ancient Rome. Learn the customs of fine eating by the Roman elite, including the food and drink they favored and the works of art they used to consume them. Michael Norris spent 20 years at the Cloisters Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and has lectured on trips all over the world. Meeting Room
Wednesday, July 17 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Enjoy a brief presentation on how lasers work, and then gather your team! Laser Tag is coming to the Rye Free Reading Room! All players must be registered ahead of time, submit a permission slip and be at the library by 7:45 p.m. for the presentation on lasers if they wish to play Laser Tag. Snacks and drinks provided, teens only. Registration for this event opens July 1. Space is limited to 40 participants. Contact: Sarah Prosser, sprosser@ryelibrary.org. Meeting Room
Teen Tuesdays: Laser Tag After Dark Tuesday, July 30 from 7:45 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m. Recreation Field, Chappaqua
Rye Free Reading Room
Inventing Life: Memoir & Storytelling from memory, present moment & play... Join us for this active workshop that will focus on mining imagination and memory for those stories, characters, crossroads and enduring images that animate our personal narratives most vividly. This is an opportunity to begin a written memoir or simply “play” with the material of your own life and to shape old stories into new points of view. We will generate and collect material by engaging in a wide range of creative modes— from fast and furious writing prompts to calm meditative walking reflections, from theatrical improvisational exercises to drawing and collaging. We will listen to one another with care as we learn to share our stories—on the page and in person—with narrative clarity, singing truth and a voice all one’s own. Dates: July 17, 24 31 and Aug. 7, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. Village Green, Rye
Sunday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m. Hudson Park, New Rochelle
Wainwright House
Down to Earth Rye Farmers Market
Westchester Children’s Museum
Family Fun: Free Face Painting Sunday, July 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Rhyme and Read Saturday, July 20 at 11 a.m.
Port Chester’s live music venue, The Capitol Theatre, brings free face painting for kids, hula hoops to play with and ticket giveaways, and information about their programming to the farmers market. Parking lot off Theodore Fremd Avenue.
Children ages 3-5 with their parents/caregivers will delight in nursery rhymes set to song and gain critical reading skills at the same time! Support materials include instructions in both English and Spanish. Everyone goes home with a
craft project. First-come, first-served basis, limit to eight participants. Sign-up begin at 10 a.m., when the museum opens. Must be present at start of program. Good Deed of the Month Club Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Join us in the Book Nook for a kindness-themed book reading and discussion followed by an art-educator led good deed project. Good Deed of the Month Club meets every fourth Saturday of the month. Westchester Children’s Museum
Westchester Magazine Best of Westchester Party 2019 Wednesday, July 24 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. This is the party Westchesterites wait for all year long: the chance to experience all the best our county has to offer, all under one roof. Picture it! Glen Island Harbour Club with its magical lights and glistening views of the Long Island Sound. More than 3,000 people come out each July to celebrate those exceptional people, places and things honored as The Best. Party guests get the opportunity to nosh on their specialties (sushi, sliders, steak, sorbet and every type of sweets you can imagine), enjoy libations, live music and dancing! This event is 21 and over only.
John Jay Heritage Center Visitor’s Center at the 1907 Van Norden Carriage House Thursday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two small exhibits are currently on display at the Carriage House. The first, “The Design of Providence,” is a narrative of the Jay Estate and its residents accompanied by a display of artifacts discovered over many years of archaeological probes. The second is titled “Home Green Home-A Sustainable Dollhouse” which is appropriate for children and their parents or caregivers. This kid-sized model home engages kids in an “I Spy” energy and resource savings activity and was created by the Rye Garden Club. Additional materials for this exhibit were generously funded by Con Edison. Admission to the Carriage House is free. To arrange a tour of the 1838 Jay Mansion on a weekday please call 698-9275 at least 24 hours in advance to make your appointment for a docent. Docent led tours of the Jay House; suggested donation $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and free for students and children up to age 12 as well as JHC members and their guests. For educators, ask us about scheduling a performance of “Striving for Freedom”—our signature play about the abolition of slavery—for your school group. Ideal for fourth through seventh grade Social Studies and History classes. Available year round and are free.
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Must Ado About Shakespeare
Must-see public art: Mamaroneck Local nonprofit Street Art for Mankind, SAM, produces public art in service of promoting social change by collaborating with street artists on dramatic multi-story murals. A collection of these murals were recently unveiled in Mamaroneck. All within walking distance apart, they collectively celebrate the history of, and promote the values of, this town. The organization’s projects “emphasize the DNA of a community,” explains SAM Co-Founder Thibault Decker. “Through the universal language of art, we start a conversation encouraging people to walk the streets and rediscover their village.” One work by international street artist Loic Ercolessi depicts the town’s iconic Skinny House. The vivid purple mural portrays the historic 10-foot-wide home, carpenter Nathan Thomas Seely, and the neighbor who gave him the property on which to build. The photo-realistic mural, located across from the Mamaroneck train station at 135 Hoyt Ave., captures the spirit of community between neighbors. A light blue tableau situated behind Mamaroneck Avenue on Phillips Park Road depicts portraits of actors Lily Gish, Ethel Barrymore and Matt Dillon—the Mamaroneck natives, generations apart, all went on to successful careers in film. The colorful style, which its London-based artist Mr. Cenz dubbed “futuristic space funk,” presents a dreamy, Rushmore-esque scene to passersby. Mamaroneck is home to five Street Art for Mankind murals located on Mamaroneck Avenue, Phillips Park Road and Hoyt Avenue.
Westchester County will have an abundance of the Bard this summer as two theater companies, LawnChair Theatre and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, HVSF, present Shakespeare classics in the Park. For those who want to tickle their funny bone, LawnChair’s production of “Much Ado About Nothing” will take the stage in Chappaqua on July 19, Rye on July 18, 26 and 27, and in Rye Brook on July 20 and 25, in partnership with the Rye Arts Center. An additional staging, presented by New Rochelle Council on the Arts, will take place on July 21. Mistaken identity, unrequited love and deception are at the forefront in this comedy. For those in a more serious tenor, loyalty and honor take center stage in HVSF’s “Julius Caesar.” The drama will take place in Yonkers, presented by Untermyer Performing Arts on July 27, White Plains, presented by ArtsWestchester and the city of White Plains on July 11, and Mamaroneck, Mamaroneck Arts Council on Aug. 3.
a museum returning to its roots in the community, broadly writ, recognizing that what ends up on its walls can reflect its audience at the same time that it provides deep learning experiences. It’s all about community enrichment and conversation. Many museums get their first burst of life from ordinary citizens, as did the HRM. Artists and community members created the museum in a room at City Hall and aspirationally called it the Yonkers Museum. Its mission was collecting contributions of art, history and science artifacts for display. As the collection grew, the city purchased the historic Glenview mansion as HRM’s first permanent home. Over many years, the museum’s growth could be measured in its collection of 25,000 objects and its presentation of groundbreaking contemporary art exhibitions. Along the way, the museum embraced the history and ecology of the Hudson River, giving the museum the lofty name that identifies it with the “Great River.” HRM became a major partner with the Yonkers School District, supporting a museum school and its well-known Junior Docent Program that creates opportunities for skill-based leaning. It is clear too, that museums of today are becoming multi-disciplined, embracing music, poetry and theater arts to amplify the visual representations— basically doing what artists are doing—crossing the lines. Music has become a major theme at the HRM, finding its way into the Planetarium and beaming music from center stage at the new amphitheater. Much integration is going on between arts, history and science departments. For example, the Planetarium staff is curating lunar exhibitions and the Glenview staff is presenting a script-in-hand performance of Ibsen’s “The Doll House.” It’s a vision that brings all of these many strands together. “We are living in a time when people want to be seen and heard,” says HRM Executive Director Masha Turchinsky. ”We are trying to fill that need in a nuanced way by looking at issues with fresh eyes. In so doing, I think we are teaching empathy.” And that’s a beautiful thing. For more info on Hudson River Museum, visit hrm.org.
Grant available for local artists, arts groups Local artists and arts groups with creative ideas
Hudson River Museum’s Centennial Museums have been many things to many people. Traditionally, they have been collectors and interpreters of our shared heritage. However, their role has changed dramatically in recent decades as a new wave of purpose has swept over museums in America, giving them stature as community and regional assets. Perhaps the public thirst for identity has given rise to institutions that dare to be less institutional, mirroring who their peeps are and how they self-identify. Thus the story of the Hudson River Museum, HRM, in its centennial year is one of
for new art projects in Westchester and Rockland counties are encouraged to apply for a 2020 Arts Alive grant. Imagine being transported to Asia by attending a festival of traditional music and dance, getting a front row seat to the premiere of a new independent film, or reliving your favorite play at a nearby theater. Funding from New York State Council on the Arts’ Decentralization Program enables ArtsWestchester to make these types of arts activities easily accessible to all Westchester and Rockland residents, especially in areas where access is limited. Grants are awarded in three categories: Project Grants provide financial support for projects that demonstrate a strong community benefit; Artist Grants provide direct support for the creation of new work related to the community; and Education Grants support in-school and after-school learning projects. A series of pre-application workshops are available throughout the summer to assist interested applicants. To schedule a one-on-one meeting, visit calendly.com/artswgrants/2020. Upcoming workshops include: July 10: Blue Door Art Center (Yonkers), 5:30 p.m. July 18: New City Library (New City), 10 a.m. July 23: Dobbs Ferry Public Library (Dobbs Ferry), 5:30 p.m. July 25: Arts Council of Rockland (Garnerville), 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1: Bethany Arts Community (Ossining), 6 p.m. Aug. 8: Pelham Art Center (Pelham), 10 a.m. Aug. 14: Rockland Music Conservatory (Pearl River), 10 a.m. Application deadlines are Sept. 18 in Westchester County and Oct. 2 in Rockland County. For guidelines and application, visit artsw.org/artsalive.
These articles first appeared in the July-August 2019 issue of ArtsNews, ArtsWestchester’s monthly publication. ArtsNews is distributed throughout Westchester County. A digital copy of the full issue is available at artsw.org/artsnews. For more Westchester arts events, visit artsw.org.
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American Exceptionalism LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
While watching the United States run through the FIFA Women’s World Cup Tournament over the last few weeks, I learned something new about sports. Sometimes, it’s fun to root for the villain. Now don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying that the U.S. team— or any of the phenomenal players on it—are actual “villains”, persay. I’m looking at it more through a sports lens, where the team I was rooting for was clearly the best team out there, knew it was the team to beat, and carried itself with the sort of swagger that raises some hackles on the part of its opponents. In other words, it was like rooting for the Yankees. The U.S. came into the 2019 tournament as the odd-on-favorite to repeat as World Cup
champs. And why not? The team has, for the most part, been dominant on the international stage for a decade or so. And the Americans certainly lived up to their top billing in the tourney opener, trouncing an overmatched Thailand team 13-0 to kick off the proceedings. That game rankled international fans, not so much because of the score—tie breakers in the opening round are based on point differential, so it behooved the Americans to score as many goals as possible—but because of the post-score celebrations. The showboating, thought some, was bad form. Was it overkill? Perhaps. But I couldn’t fault the U.S. team for expressing their joy in a runaway victory at an event that happens once every four years. But those celebrations certainly put a target on the backs of the Americans and anyone who watched news coverage of the tournament got the overwhelming sense that the international
community was just waiting for someone to knock off the big, bad USA. With a glut of talented stars taking the pitch each match to represent our country as others openly rooted for our downfall, I got a taste of what Yankee or Patriot fans must feel at the start of each season; a smug knowledge in knowing that you were rooting for the best in the world. But it’s not like the U.S. had a cake-walk through the World Cup. Tough games against France, England and the Netherlands had plenty of stress-filled moments. But it was a world away from cheering on the Little Engine that Could, it was more like hoping that the pesky tortoise wasn’t going to catch up with the hare. And you know what? I enOn July 7, the U.S. Women’s National Team won its second straight FIFA World Cup Tournament. For Sports Editor joyed it thoroughly. I enjoyed Mike Smith, rooting for the U.S. gave him a sense of what it’s like to root for the Yankees. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org watching these women, all at the peak of their powers, lay waste to a talented field and bring the get to root for the favorite, so I post-goal celebrations by the Americans, I got the sneaking Follow Mike on Twitter FIFA World Cup Trophy back to relished the opportunity. And watching those jubilant suspicion that they did too. @LiveMike_Sports the United States. It’s not often I
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Eastchester raises three banners
Eastchester’s 12U boys team poses with the District 20 banner after defeating Rye on July 5.
By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On July 5, the Eastchester 12U baseball team topped Rye 5-0 at the Garth Road Field in Eastchester to capture a District 20 title in impressive fashion. But Eastches-
ter’s win—which earned the team a sectional berth in the annual Little League World Series Tournament—was hardly an outlier for the organization this summer. With the victory, Eastchester’s 12U boys joined two softball teams—the 10U girls and the
14U juniors—to bring the Eastchester Little League organization three district crowns in the span of just a few weeks. The 10U girls hoisted the District 20 banner after an undefeated run through their bracket culminated with a 12-8 win over Ard-
Eastchester’s 14U juniors team won a District 20 title in their first-ever year of competition. Contributed photos
Eastchester’s 10U softball team, with head coach Carolyn Comizio, celebrates their District 20 title on June 28.
sley on June 28. The 14U juniors, managed by Eastchester Little League President Kevin Cosgrove, captured the district crown on June 26 in their first year of competition. Eastchester’s three District 20 titles came in six divisions offered
under the Little League banner. The town of Harrison took home top honors in both the boys 10U and the girls 12U divisions. “I think it’s remarkable, it’s really a testament to the amount of work that our players put in and the work that goes into our coach-
ing and volunteers to help develop these teams,” Cosgrove said. “We compete in a very difficult District 20 against some great leagues, and to think that our organization is coming home with about 50 percent of the championships is really outstanding.” Cosgrove credits much of the organization’s success this summer to the impressive turnout the league enjoys each year, especially in the youth softball divisions. “It’s been about 8 or 9 years since we won at the 10U level, but [coach] Carolyn Comizio’s group did a great job,” he said. “And a lot of that stars with the fact that we had about 200 kids sign up this spring; if we’re not the biggest program around, we’re among the biggest.” Eastchester’s title teams will now move onto the Sectional Tournaments this month, where they will travel to compete with ballclubs in surrounding areas. But even as Cosgrove hopes for the continued success of these individual teams, he believes that this year’s strong showing will only help to strengthen the future of the organization in general. “Our goal is to pass the baton onto the next generation of families and continue this growth,” he said. “Little League is part of the community; part of growing up is participating and going to these games.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com