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Sports Hall of Famer busted for child pornography By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor
Milestone met!
On Feb. 27, Rye senior Amanda Latkany netted her 1,000th varsity point in a 61-27 victory over Eastchester. Latkany becomes the 16th Garnet to reach the milestone and the eighth member in the history of the girls’ basketball program to do so. For more on Latkany and the Garnets’ season, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
SBA prioritizes small businesses in PPP loan program Building on a month of strong results, the Biden Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA, are taking steps with the Paycheck Protection Program to further promote equitable relief for America’s mom-and-pop businesses. The latest round of Paycheck Protection Program funding opened one month ago and already the Biden Administration has succeeded in making major improvements to the program’s implementation: • For businesses with fewer than 10 employees, the share of funding is up nearly 60% • For businesses in rural communities, the share of funding is up nearly 30% • The share of funding distributed through Community Development Financial Institutions and Minority Depository Institutions is up more than 40% “The SBA is a frontline agen-
cy working to create an inclusive economy, focused on reaching women-owned, minority-owned, low- and moderate-income, rural, and other underserved communities in meaningful ways. While reported data illustrates we have made real strides in ensuring these funds are reaching underserved communities, we believe we can still do better,” SBA Senior Advisor Michael Roth said. “The important policy changes we are announcing further ensure inclusivity and integrity by increasing access and much-needed aid to Main Street businesses that anchor our neighborhoods and help families build wealth.” These simple progressive steps by the Biden Administration further demonstrate the commitment to racial and gender equity, reaching low and moderate-income, rural, urban, and other underserved areas. The SBA will: • Establish a 14-day, exclusive
PPP loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees • Allow sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals to receive more financial support by revising the PPP’s funding formula for these categories of applicants • Eliminate an exclusionary restriction on PPP access for small business owners with prior nonfraud felony convictions, consistent with a bipartisan congressional proposal • Eliminate PPP access restrictions on small business owners who have struggled to make federal student loan payments by eliminating federal student loan debt delinquency and default as disqualifiers to participating in the PPPEnsure access for non-citizen small business owners who are lawful U.S. residents by clarifying that they may use Individual Taxpayer Identification
Number to apply for the PPP.The 14-day exclusivity period started on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 9 a.m., while the other four changes will be implemented by the first week of March. These actions will help to lay the foundation for a robust and equitable recovery for small businesses across the country. Small businesses employ nearly half of the American workforce; they create 2 out of 3 net new private-sector jobs; they reinvest 68% of revenues to build and sustain communities. Borrowers can apply for the Paycheck Protection Program by downloading the First Draw PPP loan application or Second Draw PPP loan application and working with a participating PPP lender through the SBA Lender Match tool. Updated PPP information, including forms, guidance, and resources is available at www.sba. gov/ppp and www.treasury.gov/ cares. (Submitted)
Basketball announcer Rich Leaf, a 2017 inductee to the Westchester Sports Hall of Fame, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 23 on child pornography charges following a months-long investigation by the FBI, federal documents show. Leaf, 72, was released on bail the same day on a $100,000 bond. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Leaf has been accused of receiving and possession videos and images containing child pornography and posing as a teenager online to solicit explicit sexual material from a 15-yearold boy. In May of 2020, FBI agents interviewed Leaf at both his Somers residence and at an FBI field office. Over the course of those interviews, Leaf admitted to being sexually attracted to teenaged boys and allowed agents to search his personal computer. Federal law enforcement officials recovered 10 files depicting child pornography on the hard drive. Leaf also admitted to using several pseudonyms, including “Alex Bronson,” to pose as a
teenaged boy online and solicit sexually explicit material from minors. Among the files found on Leaf’s computer were a nude image and pornographic video of a 15-year-old boy with whom Leaf had been communicating via Skype. The youth in question, labeled as “Victim-1” in the case against Leaf, was interviewed by FBI agents in August 2020 and the boys’ age was confirmed by his mother. “A non-explicit version of the image Victim-1 sent to “Alex” was shown to Victim-1’s mother,” read the report filed by FBI Special Agent Andrew S. Kearns. “She confirmed the identity of the awards, posters, and other decorations in the background of the image, which used to be present in Victim-1’s bedroom.” The news came as a shock to many in the area, given Leaf’s status as a former teacher in the Harrison Central School District and as a local sports fixture. Leaf had been a youth soccer official since the 1980s and was employed by Section I as the public address announcer for the high BUSTED continued on page 3
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Symposium to examine impact of dementia on minorities From 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 6, the Alzheimer’s Association will host a free virtual symposium focused on the impact of dementia on minority communities. The event will start with a showing of “In Our Right Mind,” a documentary that follows two families’ struggles to balance their caregiving duties with their daily lives and the memories of who their loved ones once were. It also travels across the country with researchers looking at the specific effects of Alzheimer’s in communities of color and exploring how to fight the disease when there is no cure. The film will be followed by a panel discussion featuring producer and narrator Renee Chenault-Fattah; Collette V. Smith, the first female African-American coach for the New York Jets and a caregiver for her mother; and Pastor Viviana De Cohen of Mount Vernon Heights Congregational Church. At 11 a.m., Dr. Maria Carril-
lo, chief science officer for the Alzheimer’s Association, will give a keynote presentation on Alzheimer’s in the minority community, which will be followed by a brief presentation by Dr. Christiane Reitz of Columbia University. To register, visit the website or call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900. The symposium is supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health. Sponsors include AARP New York; Andrus on Hudson; The Westchester County Chapter of the Links, Inc.; and Westchester Public Private Partnership for Aging Services. “It is our responsibility to educate and empower our communities of color, especially African Americans about the devastating Alzheimer’s disease, as it is the fourth leading cause of death for African Americans,” said Terry A Joyner, president of the Westchester County Chapter
of The Links, Incorporated. “We are honored again to collaborate with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter on its third symposium. We look forward to you joining us virtually to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease.” The Hudson Valley Chapter serves families living with dementia in seven counties in New York, including Duchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester. To learn more about the programs and services offered locally, visit alz.org/hudsonvalley. The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all dementia. Visit alz.org. For more information, contact Communications Manager Dugan Radwin at 1-845-471-2655 or dradwin@alz.org. (Submitted)
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school basketball championships at the Westchester County Center for nearly four decades. He was currently employed as the announcer for Iona College basketball games, and conducted weekly interviews with high school students for the “Con-Edison Scholar-Athlete of the Week” award, which aired on WHUD radio. He also served as a volunteer public address announcer for basketball games at both Scarsdale and Mamaroneck high schools. The day before his arrest, Leaf was in Mamaroneck’s Palmer Gymnasium, calling a varsity contest between the Tigers and Harrison. Although representatives from the Mamaroneck Union Free School District would not comment on the arrest, Tigers Athletic Director Bari Suman confirmed that Leaf has been barred from the Mamaroneck campus and that administrators have met with Mamaroneck’s student-athletes to explain the situation and address any questions or concerns the students might have. The FBI is currently investigating any other instances in which Leaf might have used a phony identity to target underaged victims and has asked that
Somers resident Rich Leaf, pictured at the Westchester County Center, was arrested for possession of child pornography on Feb. 23. Leaf, 72, has long been a fixture in the area sports scene and was inducted into the Westchester Sports Hall of Fame in 2017. Contributed photo
anyone with information contact the bureau at 1-800-CALLFBI. “As our society continues to become more reliant on technology, more of our children are exposed to the most despicable predators—those searching out young children to sexually exploit them. As we allege in this
case, Mr. Leaf used Skype to chat with his victims,” said FBI Assistant Director William F. Sweeney Jr. “I’d like to stress to parents that although these contacts may occur in a virtual world, they harm your children in the real world.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
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FCWC hosts film series fundraiser This fundraising event is a panel discussion of the Film Series which is screening from Feb. 27 to March 25 on Pleasantville Community Television. Collective Eye Films has pro-
duced amazing environmental and social justice films. Three are streaming on Pleasantville Community Television this month, co-sponsored by Federated Conservationists of Westches-
ter County, FCWC, and Films on Purpose. The three films: “Queen of the Sun,” “SEED: The Untold Story,” and “Modified” should all be mandatory viewing for anyone
concerned with environmental issues. The films will be followed with a panel discussion led by Carol G. Durst-Wertheim, president of FCWC, on March 25 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. This event is a fundraiser for the four groups participating in
making this possible! There is no charge to view the films; donations for joining the discussion made to FCWC will be greatly appreciated, and shared with PCTV and Collective Eye Films. Collective Eye Films is a non-profit film distribution com-
pany started by award-winning filmmakers who value independent artists. SEED: The Untold Story” Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds, worshiped and treasured since the dawn of humankind. This documentary follows passionate seed keepers protecting our 12,000 year-old food legacy. In the last century, 94% of our seed varieties have disappeared, as biotech chemical companies control the majority of our seeds. Queen of the Sun” What are the bees telling us? Queen takes us on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive. This ultimately uplifting film weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the struggles of beekeepers, as told by them as well as scientists and philosophers from around the world. Modified” Features the story of filmmaker Aube Giroux and her mother as they embark on a personal and investigative journey to find out why genetically modified organisms, GMOs, are not labeled on food products in the U.S. and Canada, despite being labeled in 64 countries around the world. (Submitted)
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Five things to know about Colorectal Cancer, prevention Though largely preventable, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., as the American Cancer Society,ACS, alarms. Younger people are at risk for getting the disease—the ACS estimates that in 2021 approximately 10.3% of new colorectal cancers occur in people under age 50. “Colorectal cancer is no longer a disease that only affects older populations,” says Dr. David Kauvar, director of gastroenterology at NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence, and an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. “While the rate of the cancer has decreased among older adults, largely due to regular colonoscopies, the rate of this disease has more than doubled among adults younger than 50.” Why are younger people more often diagnosed with colorectal cancer and what preventative steps can be undertaken to address this alarming trend? In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, Kauvar and his colleagues at
NewYork-Presbyterian are determined to raise awareness of the disease and shed light on colorectal cancer prevention. What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer starts as a growth on the inner lining of the colon or rectum. These growths are called polyps. Some types of polyps can change into cancer over time, but not all polyps become cancer. The chance of a polyp turning into cancer depends on its type. Colon cancer and rectal cancer are often grouped together because they have many features in common. What are colorectal cancer symptoms and risk factors? Colorectal cancer symptoms are similar to those of common gastrointestinal issues and usually can include abdominal pain, blood in stool, changes in bowel habits, tiredness, fatigue, unexplained weight loss and decreased appetite. Those whose family members experienced colorectal cancer should inquire about undergoing genetic testing as they are at high risk for the disease. In addition to family history,
factors that can increase your risk may include alcohol use, a diet rich in red or processed meat, obesity, and smoking. People with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, as well as certain ethnicities, especially African Americans, are more likely to get colorectal cancer. At what age should I start screening for colorectal cancer, and what types of screenings are available? The recommendation has been to start screenings for people at age 50 but in light of more recent data, the new advice is to start screening at age 45. Most insurance companies will recognize the younger age as appropriate for screening but not all, as yet. People at high risk for colorectal cancer should consult with their doctor about the most appropriate time to begin screenings. There are a few colorectal cancer screening strategies, including at-home stool tests and a colonoscopy exam. At-home tests are designed to detect DNA abnormalities or blood in your stool which might be symptoms of colorectal cancer. Colonosco-
py, however, remains the most effective and reliable form of preventing colorectal cancer. During this medical exam, the doctor checks for polyps inside the rectum and the entire colon and can remove any polyps found during the procedure. The COVID-19 pandemic caused many to delay their scheduled colonoscopies. The procedure is available at NewYork-Presbyterian campuses, including NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, and you should not wait any longer to schedule this lifesaving screening. What are the causes behind the rapid increase in colorectal cancer among young adults? It’s not yet clear why more young people are impacted by the disease, though certain genetic conditions, such as Lynch syndrome, and lifestyle risk factors (diet, obesity and smoking, among others) do raise the risk of developing colorectal cancer at a young age. Therefore, preventative measures and screening earlier, at age 45 as opposed to 50, are even more important. What can I do to ensure colon cancer health?
David Kauvar
While the most effective way to prevent colorectal cancer is through a colonoscopy, you can proactively reduce your risk for developing colorectal cancer by maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. Make sure to exercise regularly, eat a high
fiber diet and reduce intake of red or processed meats. Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. If you have any concerns, do not wait to see a specialist and do not delay any necessary medical procedures. (Submitted)
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Rye Country Day teacher
continues art lessons during pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has created immense hurdles for art educators. Rye Country Day School art instructor Lauren Behar deserves recognition for her commitment to art education and desire to continue to exercise her students’ creativity under extraordinary circumstances. A year ago, Behar could not have imagined all the struggles she would face this school year. Rye Country Day School opted for a hybrid teaching model this year, so a portion of her students are learning from home. Behar’s remaining students are learning in-person while wearing masks and distancing. Additionally, her art room has been replaced with a rolling cart. “I can’t really have the children make messes in art the way they used to,” Behar said. “Many rooms don’t have sinks, and kids can’t wear smocks, so I have avoided using clay and any paint other than watercolors. They work in sketchbooks and all small scale since they only have their desks.” Behar has been forced to reinvent how she manages her art room and has turned to technology to stay organized and reach students learning remotely. “I have had to master many platforms of technology this year, including Zoom, Haiku, Seesaw, and of course Artsonia,” Behar said. Behar is utilizing an online art education platform called
Artsonia.com—the world’s largest collection of online student art portfolios—to collect assignments, display student artwork and maintain digital student art portfolios. “Artsonia has been the best,” she said. “Since I only see students once every 5 weeks, it has been a wonderful way to review and assess their final products.” Artsonia helps thousands of teachers in more than 100 countries worldwide reach students electronically while creating online student art portfolios. Parents and relatives can view the art online, leave comments and order keepsakes featuring the artwork. As part of its mission, Artsonia donates 20% of merchandise revenue directly back to local classrooms and has given back more than $11 million to local classrooms since 2000. “Our mission at Artsonia is to bring communities together to celebrate children’s artistic expressions,” said Jim Meyers, CEO and co-founder of the company. “It has been amazing to watch teachers like Lauren—who are passionate about the process of creating, recognizing and cherishing student art—persevere during a time when the arts are being vastly overlooked.” Art education equips students with fundamental skills they need throughout their lives. It aids in the essential develop-
Lauren Behar
ment of problem-solving skills, decision-making, motor skills, creativity and cultural understanding. Behar’s students have been creating art to relieve stress and enjoy themselves. “Art provides stress relief in these most stressful times,” Behar said. “It has been a great
pleasure and gift to be teaching art during this pandemic. Students tell me all the time that art is their favorite subject, and I feel their enthusiasm when they have art. Any happiness and joy is a treasure to be embraced amidst these difficult times.” (Submitted)
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March 29 through April 2 RAC Open, No Regular Classes (Spring Break) Acivities and events throughout Rye City
March 18, all day Grades 9 and 10 fully asynchronous remote school day RYE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
March 8, all day Grades K and 1 fully asynchronous remote school day March 9, all day Grades K and 1 Professional Development Day No school for students
Tuesday, March 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. BOE Service Interest Meeting Wednesday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. BOE Budget Work Session
March 19, all day Grades 9 and 10 Professional Development Day No school for students
March 22, all day Rye High School 9th, 10th grades Full return to school Tuesday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. Board of Education Meeting
NEUBERGER MUSEUM OF ART
Wednesday, March 17 from 1 p.m. to 1 p.m. Wellness Wednesday: Connections + Guided Meditation Renew your mind body and spirit with meditation and yoga instructor Janelle Berger. The sessions will begin with a meditation and be followed by a community Q& A and conversation. Registration required. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Recordings will be posted to the Wellness Wednesday web page following the live event.
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March 29 through April 2 Spring Recess
March 23, all day No classes
No school
Friday, March 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music & Technology Showcase No. 2
March 10, all day Kindergarten and First Grade Full return to school
CLAY ART CENTER
Thursday, March 11 at 7 p.m. RHS Parent Coffee
Friday, March 5 and 19 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Maker Date Clay Class to Learn to Use the Potter’s Wheel
March 11, all day RMS fully asynchronous remote school day
THE RYE ARTS CENTER
March 20, all day Kids Workshop: Make a Sloth with Polymer Clay
March 15, all day Rye Middle School Full return to school
In-Person. Make a curious sloth and dress it up! Using polymer clay you will learn how to make simple shapes with clay and put them together to form a cute sculpture. All projects will be baked at home with simple instructions included with each project. Ages 5-8, Saturday, March 20, 1-2 p.m. Ages 5-8, Saturday, March 20, 2-3 p.m Ages 9-12, Saturday, March 20, 3-4 p.m. Instructor: Terry Taylor; $20 (members receive discount). Call 914-967-0700.
March 15, all day Grades 2-5 fully asynchronous remote school day
Saturday, March 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Adult Workshop: Tealight Candleholders
March 12, all day RMS Professional Development Day No school for students
Saturday, March 13 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. SAT Testing 1 Parsons St.
March 16, all day Grades 2-5 Professional Development Day No school for students
March 17, all day Second through Fifth Grade Full Return to School
Use easy paper folding and cutting to make stunning tealight candle holders! (LED candles only.) All materials and one LED tealight candle will be provided. Space is limited. Registration required. Instructor: Priya Tambe; $25 (members receive discount). Call 914-967-0700.
Ages 17 and over $65 per person. One-time class. Grab your “plus one” to unplug with mud and join us for a creative night out! Have fun and get messy as we walk you through the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Create a unique piece of pottery then choose a glaze from our studio selection. Fired and picked up at a later date. Bring a change of clothes or wear something you don’t mind getting dirty. Best of Westchester 2020 Winner “Best Artsy Night Out”. All materials and firing included. Pre-registration is required. One registration per person.
Saturday, March 6 at 1 p.m. Handbuilding in a Pinch Adult Clay Class $75 per person. Join artist and CAC Studio Manager Lilly Zuckerman for this weekend workshop focusing on her sculptural vessel pinch pot technique. This workshop will consist of an slide show and lecture artist demonstrations and hands on working time with personalized assistance. Zuckerman will share her inspirations from cast iron cooking vessels to Moroccan
adobe architecture. Join us if you’d like to explore what one of the oldest and simplest handbuilding techniques can teach you. This workshop is open to all experience levels. Skill level: All levels
Minneapolis he relocated to Brooklyn in 2016 where he is continuing to teach and build his Ceramics and Theory line of pottery. He is originally from Wyoming.
JOHN JAY HERITAGE CENTER Sunday, March 7 at 1 p.m. Specific Topic Clay Class: Building Monday, March 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. with Supports & Armatures $65 per person. This one-time The Ascent of Woman with workshop will dive deep into the Amanda Foreman crucial and important process of building both internal and external structures. This workshop is perfect for any student interested in sculptural work working large scale or creating thin and fragile objects. Skill level: All levels
The best-selling historian and Wall Street Journal columnist will discuss her documentary, “The Ascent of Woman,” and her forthcoming book, “The World Made by Women,” in a virtual program at JHC.
Tuesday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Virtual Artist Talk: Syd Carpenter: Places of Our Own Syd Carpenter will present her ceramic sculptural works and discuss the influences of African American farming and gardening on her pieces. Carpenter is also a participant of Clay Art Center’s online exhibition “Concepts In Clay: Artists of Color” which features the work of celebrated Black ceramic artists from across the U.S.
Saturday, March 13 and 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Clay Class for Families Ages 6-plus (parent/guardian must also register for class); $25 per person. Plan a great afternoon with friends or family in this fun and messy introduction to clay! Our professional ceramic artists will guide you through themed handbuilding projects that will be glazed and fired here at CAC. Projects will be available for pick up approximately two weeks after class. All materials and firing included. Pre-registration is required.
Saturday, March 13 and 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Family Wheel Night Clay Class
Tuesday, March 9, 16 and 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Tales for Tots Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/ tales.
Saturday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mock SAT Take this virtual exam before the real one with guidance from Apple Routh.
RYE FREE READING ROOM
Monday, March 8, 15 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Preschool Take and Make Kits Enhance your at home learning experiences with special Preschool Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every Monday! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children in preschool. Take and Make Kits from the library are free! Sign up ahead of time on our reservation page to request your kit and arrange a pickup time at our outdoor curbside pickup table. New kits are released on Mondays, but are available for pickup all week. Let us know in your reservation how many children you need a kit for, but please limit your request to one kit per child. Supplies are limited.
Ages 9-plus (parent/guardian must also register for class); $45 per person.
Monday, March 8, 15 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
Tuesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Virtual Artist Talk: Justin Yager: How to Write F*** on a Cup
Enhance your at home learning experiences with Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every Monday! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children from K-5th grade. Take and Make Kits from the library are free! Sign up ahead of time on our reservation page to request your kit and arrange a pickup time at our outdoor curbside pickup table. New kits are released on Wednesdays, but are available for pickup all week. Let us know in your reservation
Zoom Webinar. Join Dustin Yager as he delves into the expressive qualities of pottery in the domestic space. Free Event. Yager is a ceramic artist whose installation and functional work deals with popular perceptions of pottery taste class and all that goes along with it. Dustin earned a Master of Arts degree in Visual and Critical Studies from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and holds a BA from Carleton College. After working at art centers in Chicago and
how many children you need a kit for, but please limit your request to one kit per child. Supplies are limited. Supplies are limited. If you have a preschooler, please do not request this kit! We have pre-k kits available instead.
Saturday, March 6 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Adult Take and Make Together: Wine Glass Candle Holder Join us for a Saturday Adult Take and Make Together crafting hour! Supplies for the craft are provided by the library with optional materials listed in the instructions. Pick up a kit to make a Wine Glass Candle Holder together on Zoom or own your own—instructions included. Kits can be picked up ahead of time. You must be registered for this event in order to receive a kit. Limited kits available. Only one kit per family. Contact Tara at tmontini@ryelibrary.org.Zoom : Register for the Zoom Link.
Tuesday, March 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Rye Current Events Book Club The Rye Current Events Book Club meets monthly to have engaging discussions on timely books. This month the club meet on Zoom and will discuss “War-How Conflict Shaped Us” by Margaret MacMillan. Contact Paul at belleprom@aol.com. Zoom
Wednesday, March 10 from 3 p.m. to 3 p.m. Community Service Opportunity! Teen Advisory Board Membership is open for the Teen Advisory Board. Participants shape the programs, materials and policies of the teen library all while earning community service. Contact Sarah Prosser at 914-231-3172 or sprosser@ ryelibrary.org. Google Meeting: Link to Come
Wednesday, March 10 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cooking with Kids! Mini Chicken Pot Pies
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Wednesday, March 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eleanor Roosevelt: Becoming Who She Was Celebrate Women’s History Month by joining us for a fascinating talk on Eleanor Roosevelt Presented by Jeffrey S. Urbin of the Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. Though blessed with the Roosevelt name, fame and fortune, Eleanor Roosevelt’s early life was far from the comfortable, carefree and attentive life her husband had enjoyed. This lecture explores the many hardships and challenges that shaped a shy and insecure little girl into one of the most admired women in American history. [Adults] Zoom
Friday, March 12 from 4 p.m. to 4 p.m. Teen Test Kitchen: Potato Chips Learn how to make this easy, delicious snack in less than 30 minutes. Ingredients needed: russet potatoes, olive oil, salt (other seasonings as desired). Contact Sarah Prosser at 914-231-3172 or sprosser@ ryelibrary.org. Zoom
Friday, March 12 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Virtual Book Group: “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman Join our welcoming virtual book discussion group with the community and Rye librarians! Our selections are chosen from the Westchester Library System’s offerings and our meeting are held virtually on Zoom. A great opportunity for connection and conversation about great books! March’s title is “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman. It is available through Westchester Catalog or as an ebook or audiobook on Overdrive. Please register for the event with an email you check regularly to receive the secure Zoom link. Contact reference@ryelibrary.org. Zoom
Sunday, March 14 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. American Politics & Community Book Discussion Series What does it mean to be an American in the 21st century? What does a model American do, and what responsibilities do Americans have to their communities and each other? How have the answers to these questions changed over the history of the United States? The participants in the reading and discussion program “American Politics and Community Today” will engage with these questions and others regarding politics and the current state of civic thought, feeling and participation. Contact Susan Aufrichtig at 914-9670480 or saufrichtig@ryelibrary. org. Zoom
Tuesday, March 16 from 3 p.m. to 3 p.m. Girls Who Code, Grades 3-5 Join this St. Patty’s Day meeting of our Girls Who Code club! All levels of experience are welcome. Clubs help girls see themselves as computer scientists who can help change the world. We cover key concepts in coding, collaborative design and personal strengths. Club is currently offered to girls in grades 3-5, and will meet under the umbrella program “Kids Coding Club”. You do not need to register for both. You will be added to the club roster when you register for this event, but you still need to RSVP. Contact Samantha Mairson, children’s librarian at 914-2313162 or smairson@ryelibrary.org. Zoom
Wednesday, March 17 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cooking with Kids! Irish Cheddar Soda Bread for St. Patrick’s Day Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children’s librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to cook it!
March 17: Irish Cheddar Soda Bread for St. Patrick’s Day This event is encouraged for kids 5-12 and their grownups. Recipes may require use of kitchen tools, oven, or stove. Adults must be present in the event to supervise their children. Register with an email you check regularly to receive the secure link to the Zoom meeting. Zoom
Thursday, March 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
K-2, Kids Coding Club: SPRING EDITION! Join this meeting of our Kids Coding Club! All levels of experience are welcome. This session is for kids in grades K-2. Contact Samantha Mairson, children’s librarian at 914-2313162 or smairson@ryelibrary.org. Zoom
Friday, March 19 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teen Take and Make Together-Ombre Wall Hanging Learn how to make this unique wall hanging with Sarah over Zoom. Register in advance to reserve your kit! Limit of 20 participants. Contact Sarah Prosser at sprosser@ryelibrary. org. Zoom
Wednesday, March 24 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cooking with Kids! Cinnabunnies Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children’s librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to cook it!
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Wednesday, March 24 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 1964: The First Baby Boomers Turn 18, Civil Rights, Vietnam America is still reeling following the Kennedy Assassination. The first of the Baby Boomers born in 1946 become adults, Lyndon Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act into law. Johnson is also given power by Congress to set up military action in Vietnam with the Gulf Of Tonkin Resolution. There is rioting in American streets, Nikita Khrushchev is forced out as the Soviet Union leader. The Beatles appear on Ed Sullivan and things change rapidly in culture. Cassius Clay becomes Heavyweight Champion of the Boxing World and the New York World’s Fair Opens. Presenter Evan Weiner is an award-winning journalist. He is a radio commentator, blogger and a TV pundit on MSNBC, NewsMax and ABC. Contact Catherine Riedel at 914-231-3166 or criedel@ ryelibrary.org. Zoom
Friday, March 26 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teen Chess Strategy Workshop: Learn the Queen’s Gambit! Kanaya Massaline returns to the Rye Free Reading Room to lead this virtual chess strategy workshop for players! Come and join our chess workshop. Learn strategies, techniques and play games. Taught by Kenaya Massaline. All ages and all levels of experience are welcomed. Contact Sarah Prosser at sprosser@ryelibrary.org. Zoom
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Friday, March 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Parents Night Out Enjoy a night out while we provide a light dinner and a safe and fun environment! Registration is required. Ages 3-5 (must be potty trained).
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Friday, March 5 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Gibson Brothers Bluegrass Royalty Pre-recorded show exclusively for the Emelin. The Gibson Brothers are scheduled to perform live at the Emelin next fall. But we just couldn’t wait that long! Please join us for an exclusive recorded event featuring Bluegrass royalty, Eric and Leigh Gibson, performing their masterful brother harmonies and moving original songs. The celebrated bluegrass duo—named back-to-back Entertainers of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2012 and 2013— are musical trailblazers. As players and vocalists, they are superb, harmonizing as only siblings can; as songwriters they stand without peer, having long been a band awarded for their songs and songwriting.
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Saturday, March 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Textile Recycling Drop-off Drop off unwanted clothes, shoes, bags, towels, sheets and fabric with Green Tree Textiles for reuse and recycling. No rugs, pillows or blankets. Look for the drop box in the farmers market area and ask the manager at the green Down to Earth Markets tent if you need more information. Harbor Island Park Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Saturday, March 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mamaroneck Winter Farmers Market Eat local through the winter! We will bring farmers and food makers who spend the summer at our Larchmont, Rye and New Rochelle farmers markets together for the winter in Mamaroneck. Shop for locally grown produce, small batch baked goods, pickles, seafood, meats and more on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. This year we will be outside the pavilion in Harbor Island Park. SNAP, EBT welcome; Fresh Connect matching dollars available. Harbor Island Park Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Monday, March 8 from 11 a.m. to 11 a.m. Online: Marine Mondays: Sea Turtles of the Long Island Sound There are 4 types of sea turtles that make their home in the Long Island Sound from May through November: Green Sea Turtles, Loggerhead Sea Turtles, Leatherback Sea Turtles and Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles. The Loggerhead Sea Turtle can weigh as much 250 pounds and live up to 70-80 years old! Let’s learn more about these beautiful creatures. Join us on Facebook Live to learn about marine life every Monday at 11am, with guest educators from the Marine Education Center.
Saturday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. IN PERSON: Doc Harmon’s Pi Day Palooza Are you fascinated by the concept that the number π goes on forever? Do you want to learn how to calculate this ginormous number? Pi Day is March 14—get started on your celebrations a day early with Doc Harmon by dissecting this magical number using both your brain and hands. We’ll show you a fun side of math that turns numbers into art then try some cool movement games. We’ll even uncover what it means for a number to be “irrational.” How many digits will you remember? This workshop is limited to children ages 7-plus. Spots are limited. Come dressed in polka dots and circles to celebrate if you’d like! Please note that all New York State mandated health and safety precautions will be followed including social
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Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children’s librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to cook it! March 10: Mini Chicken Pot Pies Recipes may require use of kitchen tools, oven, or stove. Adults must be present in the event to supervise their children. Register with an email you check regularly to receive the secure link to the Zoom meeting. Zoom
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Put on HAPPY FACE Why experts say a good mood can lead to good health
Understand that laughter feels good, while anger feels awful. But it does take one to explain why one of these feelings can boost the immune system, while the other can wear it down, damage the heart and increase the risk for dementia. Simply put: “Mood can influence your health,” said Dr. Erin Michos, director of Women’s Cardiovascular Health at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore. Studies show negative emotions — including anger, hostility and pessimism — are linked to a higher risk of heart disease and lower chance of recovery from events such as heart attacks, as well as poorer cognitive health. Conversely, a growing body of research shows feelings such as happiness,
optimism, gratitude, a sense of purpose, well-being or satisfaction in life lead to better heart and brain health. A 2016 study in Health Psychology even found that having a happy spouse or partner could improve an individual’s overall health and increase healthy behaviors, such as being more physically active. There are many reasons for this, said Michos, a cardiologist who co-authored a recent American Heart Association scientific statement on the ways in which psychological health impacts heart and brain health. Strong, negative feelings, such as anger, and stress, such as from anxiety or depression, activate the amygdala, the region in the brain that handles emotion. It activates the body’s “fight or flight” response, triggering the release of cortisol and adrenaline,
hormones that make the heart beat faster and blood pressure rise, she said. “This can be stressful on the heart, particularly for people who have underlying heart conditions.” It also can cause blood platelets to form clots, and trigger plaque in the heart or brain to rupture, causing a heart attack or stroke. Prolonged stress also increases inflammation and lowers the body’s immune response. This biological response may be compounded by harmful behaviors, Michos said. “People with poor coping mechanisms for stress may sleep poorly, engage in binge eating and exercise less.” On the flip side, lowering stress through positive feelings also affects brain circuitry, said Jill Goldstein, founder and executive director of the Innovation Center on Sex
Differences in Medicine and “We are also enhancing professor of psychiatry and our immune systems when medicine at Harvard Medical we help regulate the stress reSchool in Boston. sponse,” she said. “The brain talks to the body and calms the body down. It slows your A growing body of breathing and your heart rate. research shows Some people are better able feelings such as to do this than others.” happiness, optimism, But it’s not just the abgratitude, a sense of sence or reduction of stress that gives the brain what it purpose, well-being needs to coordinate better or satisfaction in life overall health, Michos said. lead to better heart “Well-being is more than the and brain health. absence of mental distress,” she said. “Happiness, optiMindfulness, humor and mism, a sense of purpose, other mental coping skills gratitude, mindfulness — can help people stay healthi- these are all associated with er by reducing the amount of favorable heart health, even cortisol running through their independently of a lack of bodies, she said. In women, negative factors.” this can protect the producAnd research shows anytion of estradiol, a type of thing good for the heart is estrogen that can be import- good for the brain. ant for preserving good brain Michos said people don’t health. have to be naturally cheery or
easygoing to reap these benefits. “Some of this can be learned,” she said. “You can cultivate positive thinking and mindfulness and coping mechanisms to deal with adversity.” Staying physically active also helps to boost mood, she said. So does spending time with friends and family to build strong social support. The better someone feels, the more likely they are to maintain their health, Michos said. “Optimistic people take better care of themselves. They are more compliant with medication, more likely to get checkups, to eat healthy and exercise.” It’s never too late to make a difference, said Goldstein. “The brain is very retrainable. The older we get, the more difficult it is to do, but it can be done.”
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Pulse check Watch your heart rate, but don’t obsess about it Keeping track of your heart rate is probably a good thing. Obsessing about it probably isn’t. That’s one drawback of the increasing popularity of wearable devices that constantly monitor heart rates, said Dr. Tracy Stevens, a cardiologist at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City, Missouri. “I’ve had people suffer significant injuries when they’re trying to check their heart rate while exercising,” she said. “They take a hand off their treadmill and shoot right off the back and fall off.” Even without a monitor, the preoccupation can have consequences. “They’ll push too hard on their carotid arteries to check their pulse, which instigates a reflex that drops their blood pressure, and they pass out,” Stevens said. People shouldn’t put “too much emphasis on a number.” A 2013 study published in the journal Heart of nearly 3,000 men in Denmark showed the risk of death increased by 16% for every 10 beats per minute increase in resting heart rate. But Stevens said she is far more focused on high blood pressure, obesity, smoking and other risk factors for heart disease. “Heart rate is just a piece of the whole picture,” she
said. Dr. Patrick Ellinor, director of the Cardiac Arrhythmia Service at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, called heart rates a measurement “that can be checked occasionally but should not be obsessed over. It’s important to know there is a wide range of normal.” For most adults, a normal heart at rest generally beats between 60 and 100 times per minute, Stevens said, with many factors affecting individual numbers. Figure in exertion, stress, work, even watching the news, she said, and nobody’s number always stays the same. “With our normal day in America, we’re not going to have a steady 70 beats a minute,” she said. “It’s going to be variable. Don’t be worried if it’s 60 and then it’s 80. That’s your body responding to what’s going on around you.” Generally, athletes and people in good shape tend to have lower resting heart rates. “Our heart gives us what we need by beating stronger or faster,” Stevens said. “An athlete may need just 40 beats per minute, and that’s fine because it’s so efficient. On the other hand, I’ve got a young patient whose heart muscle is so weak, their heart rate is 130. It can’t beat
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A 2013 study published in the journal Heart of nearly 3,000 men in Denmark showed the risk of death increased by 16% for every 10 beats per minute increase in resting heart rate. stronger, so it compensates by beating faster.” Still, a number outside the norm can be a warning sign. “Too fast or too slow can be a sign of abnormality or disease,” said Ellinor, who likened it to the story of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” “You want to be just right. If someone is at either extreme, it’s worth getting checked out.”
He said a low heart rate can result in fatigue or lack of stamina, and might even require a pacemaker. Too fast could indicate an overactive thyroid or atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm that can lead to issues. Stevens recommends checking heart rate and blood pressure every month “so you know what’s normal for you. Then if you
find something out of range, that’s a red flag.” Many people focus on their heart rate as an indication of how effectively they’re exercising. The general formula for calculating a maximum heart rate is 220 minus one’s age, and many people measure their workout intensity by how close they come to the maximum. During moderate-intensi-
ty exercise, a person’s target heart rate is about 50% to 70% of their maximum heart rate. For a 40-year-old, that’s 90 to 126 beats per minute. During vigorous activity, target heart rate is about 70% to 85% of the maximum, or 126 to 153 bpm at age 40. “To get to peak fitness, you do need to increase your heart rate, but not to the maximum,” Ellinor said.
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Legal Notices NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 01/19/2021 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: PO Box 651, Tarrytown, NY 10591. Notice of Formation of Jazz Arts Consulting, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. N OTI C E O F FO R MATI O N O F LI M ITE D LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC). Name: ARTHUR COURT LLC; Arts. of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/18/13; LLC’s principal business location is in Westchester County at 525 Halstead Avenue, #1C, Mamaroneck, NY 10543; SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served; SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to Robert P. Kelly, Esq., 480 Mamaroneck Ave., Harrison, NY 10528; Purpose is any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 12/07/20. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Pleasant Ave Apt 1, Tuckahoe NY 10707. Notice of Formation of MuncheezRUs, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 9/10/20 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to:46 Maple Hill Dr., Larchmont NY 10538. Notice of Formation of SurfMaster 310 Holdings, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy. of State (SSNY) on 12/9/2021 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 541 PELHAM ROAD, NEW ROCHELLE NY 10805. Notice of Formation of T. Smith & Associates, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY sec of (SSNY) on 1/11/21 office location Westchester County.(SSNY) is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. (SSNY) shall mail process to 402 mallard way Peekskill N.Y 10566 Notice of formations of POLITE LLC art of org. Filed with purpose: on any lawful activity Notice of Formation of Pancake Punch LLC filed with SSNY on 11/18/20. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 100 Fisher Ave #506 White Plains, NY 10602. Purpose: any lawful purpose. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/20/2020 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to:P.O. 11, Ardsley, NY 10502. Notice of Formation of NY Dance LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 09/24/19. Office Location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to : 455 South 7th Avenue Mount Vernon, NY 10550. Notice of Formation of Claude D. Viel LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 01/23/21 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 54 Glen Road, Eastchester, NY 10709. Notice of Formation of Amalfi Blue Pool & Spa LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on Office 12/14/2020 location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to:76 westminster rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Notice of Formation of Ho Kwok Holdings LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secretary of State(SSNY) on January 26,2021. Office Location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail
process to: 315 Brevoort Lane, Rye, NY 10580. Notice of formation of DAANCE LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose : any lawful activity NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/7/21 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to:59 Stuyvesant Ave, Larchmont, NY 10538. Notice of Formation of Graceful Travel Group LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of TERRONES EVENTS, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 09/21/2017. Ofice location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 38 Walnut Street, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/14/2020 Office location: P.O. Box 380 Mount Vernon, NY 10552 Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: P.O. Box 380 Mount Vernon, NY 10552 Notice of Formation of Agbara Coaching, Consulting, & Employer Services, ACCE LLC DBA Agbara Coaching filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. GPS Funding LLC (known in Connecticut as GPS Funding LLC) Appl. For Auth. filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/21/2018. Office location: Westchester County. LLC formed in Connecticut (CT) on 7/29/2010. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: McCabe & Mack LLP, 63 Washington Street, PO Box 509, Poughkeepsie, NY 12602. CT addr. of the LLC: 2 Dearfield Drive, Suite 3, Greenwich, CT 06831. Cert. of Form. Filed with Secy of State of the State of CT, 30 Trinity Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Purpose: Any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Horai Inspections, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/11/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 7 East Avenue: Apartment 2P, Larchmont, NY 10538. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/12/20. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 440 E Sandford Blvd 3314., Mount Vernon. NY 10550. Notice of Formation of KIRON CLEANING, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 01/28/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 455 South 7th Avenue Mount Vernon, NY 10550. Notice of Formation of Steadfast Growth Product LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of 211 Purchase Street, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/21/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Robert Amato, 17 Oneida Drive, Greenwich, Connecticut 06830. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. NY Secretary of State (SSNY) on 01/27/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 60 Sunhaven Drive, New Rochelle, NY 10801-4618. Notice of Formation of Ariba Jahan, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/12/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 16 Elba Place, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Notice of Formation of Contemporary Construction Group, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. FIBER PRO NETWORK 1, LLC. Filed with the SSNY on 02/12/2021. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may
be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to FIBER PRO NETWORK 1 LLC, at 104 Highland Ave, Apt # 37, Yonkers, NY 10705. Filed with Purpose: Any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/25/21 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 75 South Broadway 4th Fl White Plains, NY 10601. Notice of Formation of Jayded Beaute, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Journey Allied Health Training Center, LLC filed with SSNY on 2/3/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 420 South Riverside Ave, Suite 175, Croton on Hudson, NY 10520. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/12/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 10 Seneca Trail, Harrison. NY 10528. Notice of Formation of Nikki Erlick, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/4/21 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 25 Magnolia Ave, Larchmont, NY 10538. Notice of Formation of Simple Future LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 12/14/2020 Office location Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 46 Gramatan ave, unit 213,Mount Vernon, NY 10550 Notice of formation of Motionistic LLC. Arts of Org. Filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/6/19 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 132 Larchmont Avenue suite 204 Larchmont NY 10538. Notice of Formation of The Body Wellness Studio, LLC.Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/19/21. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 282 Katonah Avenue #2006, Katonah, NY 105362110. Notice of Formation of JMDSanders Consulting, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity. NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 12/18/2020 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Avelino Law, LLP 1411 Broadway, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10018. Notice of Formation of Paraschac Family Holdings, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with Purpose: any lawful activity.
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In the blink of an eye LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
They say that time flies when you’re having fun, but if we’ve learned anything during this pandemic, it’s that time flies when you’re doing, well, just about anything other than sitting in your home. I was reminded of this truth just this week, when I looked at my schedule for the next few weeks and realized that we’re just about done with the winter season and ready to move on to football. Of course, it was simply common sense that the winter season—at least for athletes participating in high-risk sports—was going to feel like a blur. Because New York State officials dragged their feet on giving the green light until February, sports like basketball, ice hockey and wrestling were forced to play super-condensed schedules that attempted to cram four months of action
into five or six weeks. That being said, it’s still jarring to have the stories you’ve written about basketball’s return fresh in your head and realize that the Section I seeding meetings—which will determine the modified playoff schedule—will be held on Tuesday and the champions will all be crowned by March 13. Talk about whiplash! But if the season has seemed short for these teams, it’s important to remember that teams in other sports, such as track and wrestling, hardly had even half that time together. For track and field athletes, pandemic-related circumstances forced the shortened season to be moved outdoors, and then the unusual amount of snow we got this winter conspired to shorten the season even further. Wrestling programs—some of the hardest hit by Covid protocols due to the nature of the sport—were forced to cram an entire shortened season into an even shorter amount of time. If you want proof, just look at Harrison, which partici-
pated in their first regular season meet of the year on Feb. 24, and their final one just seven days later. Obviously, it hasn’t been ideal, but I don’t think anyone can spend that much time complaining; at least the kids got a chance to play! These next few months don’t figure to be any different. Those sports that were considered too dangerous to play this past fall will begin practices next week. They’ll be given until April 25 to cram in a full season, overlapping a bit with Spring sports that will get the OK to start on April 19. We’ll be hurtling towards the end of the year with a breakneck pace, just trying to get as many games in as we can before graduation time rolls around. It will be a hectic, chaotic and challenging few months for sure. But I don’t think anyone will mind.
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Mamaroneck’s Matt Montoni skates past a Rye Town/Harrison player at Hommock’s Ice Rink on Feb. 27. The winter hockey season may seem like it just began, but Section I will crown its champions in a little over one week. Photo/Mike Smith
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Rye rolls in road win GIRLS BASKETBALL
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RYE 69 EASTCHESTER 43 EASTCHESTER HS
2/26/21
Game Notes: • Amanda Latkany led all scorers with 24 points • The Garnets had 4 players reach double-digit point totals • The Garnets outscored the Eagles by 26 in the 2nd half By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor The Rye girls’ basketball team might have made it through the first two weeks of the 2021 season with a perfect record, but head coach Margo Hackett believes we haven’t yet seen the Garnets reach their full potential. On Feb. 25, Rye pushed its wining-streak to five games with a dominant performance against Eastchester, topping the Eagles 69-43 on the road. But despite the one-sided win, Hackett remains confident that her
team is capable of more. After an evenly played first quarter that saw a scrappy Eagles team competing with the experienced Garnets, Rye was able to turn the tide utilizing full-court pressure and baskets off turnovers to turn a 10-point halftime lead into a 26-point win. According to Hackett, aggressive traps and up-tempo basketball are always central to the Garnets’ game plan, but playing such a high-octane style can be difficult given the condensed schedule this season. The contest against Eastchester was Rye’s third in as many days, and Hackett chalked up the team’s few defensive lapses to fatigue. “Our press is typically what we’re known for, but on no rest it’s tough to do it every night, every game,” she said. “They’re doing a great job, but the style we play is up in your face, all the time, so I get it.” Offensively, Rye was led by a 24-point effort from standout senior Amanda Latkany, but the Garnets got contributions from a number of players including Mara Ball, who finished with 15 points, as well as Natasha Mey-
Hailey Ryan guards an Eastchester player on the perimeter on Feb. 25. Photo/Mike Smith
er and Ava Greto, who finished with 12 and 10 points, respectively. The Eagles were paced by Julia Vesey, who scored 12. Although many of Rye’s points came in transition, Hackett was also pleased with the team’s ability to move the ball in the instances when the tempo
Amanda Latkany fights for position against Eastchester’s Isabel Speropolous on Feb. 25. Latkany finished with 24 points for Rye.
slowed down somewhat. “We try to push the ball up and score as fast as possible, because I’d rather get points that way than running a half court set,” she said. “We’ve got one of the best players in the section [in Latkany] and we’re definitely talented, but I think we still
have some more meshing to do.” With the loss, Eastchester fell to 2-3 on the year. At 5-0, the Garnets will tangle with the Eagles again on Feb. 27, after press time, before three stiff tests next week with two games against league foe Pelham and a showdown with Class AA
White Plains. “I can only hope that we continue to improve; we had three tough games this week and were finally able to get in a bit of a groove,” said Hackett. “Hopefully, we can build on that.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
Mara Ball goes up for a layup at Eastchester High School. Ball had 15 points in Rye’s fifth win of the year.