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Officials call on Amtrak to start Penn Station project
County BOL chairman issues year-end report Calling 2018 “a year of unprecedented achievement” for the Westchester County Board of Legislators, Chairman Ben Boykin released a Year-End Report, recapping the legislative highlights of the second half of 2018, and including a look at the full year for the board. In introducing the report on Dec.21, Boykin said, “In January, when our new leadership and a new majority took charge, we had a mission. Our goal was to pass laws that embody our values; to protect and provide for
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all Westchester residents; and to stabilize the county’s finances after years of short-sighted and irresponsible decision-making by the prior county executive.
legislative action taken in the second half of 2018 including: * Major parks improvements • Major infrastructure improvements
“To grant unjust preferential treatment to certain citizens is a direct violation of the 14th Amendment’s equal protection clause. If that portion is not removed, it’ll be challenged.” – BOL Chairman Ben Boyki
I’m proud to say that in our first year, we’ve been able to put our principles into practice.” The report documents key
• Expansion of affordable housing with hundreds of new units • Key legislation on earned
sick leave; fair chance to work; co-op disclosure; conversion therapy for minors and more Also included in the report is a list of the key legislative achievements of the board in 2018, including everything from the board’s first major piece of legislation in January—a ban on gun shows on county-owned property—through the more than 165 appointments to county boards, departments and commissions, which the county Legislature acted on this year. (Submitted)
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Westchester County Executive George Latimer, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., other elected officials and key stakeholders spoke out in support of the expansion of Metro-North service to the East Bronx and the need for Amtrak to get out of the way of this much needed, universally popular project. These four new lines will save Westchester residents, most notably those on the Sound Shore, both time and money by shortening their commutes through the creation of new one-seat ride into Penn Station from Westchester. “This is a story about cooperation between the suburbs and the city on a project that is both good for the Bronx and good for Westchester County,” Latimer said. “We have a common interest here, and what the borough president and other leaders have done is see the common benefit of opening up these lines to provide benefits in both directions. Access to Penn Station is advantageous for those who live in Westchester along the Sound Shore and need to commute to the Bronx or parts of Manhattan for work, making those communities even more attractive to live in and raising property values in the process.” Diaz added, “We are here to come together to call on Amtrak to stop getting in the way of progress of these four desperately needed Metro-North sta-
tions—needed not just for the Bronx but for the entire region. Everyone knows this is a good idea for commuters, the potential for job opportunities and its impact on congestion, and everyone is on board—except Amtrak.” This project—known as the Penn Access Project—would provide a vital rail connection for Westchester to the west side of Manhattan and the East Bronx. At this time, the MTA has a plan in place to build four new Metro-North Railroad stations in the East Bronx that would also serve to benefit Westchester commuters by connecting the New Haven Line to Penn Station directly. To get this vital project back on the track, Amtrak must agree to align work schedules and scope of the project and allow the MTA reasonable access to Amtrak-owned tracks and right-ofway. This agreement has yet to occur due to Amtrak’s demands for the MTA to pay more than its fair share. The MTA will already be carrying most of the expense of upgrades, including rebuilding the Pelham Bay Bridge, and Amtrak would be the beneficiary of track improvements and operational flexibility, under-grade bridge improvements, and power, signal and communications upgrades. This standoff puts the entire project in jeopardy—at the expense of thousands of riders. (Submitted)
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ArtsWestchester awarded $49K grant
Amanda Browder’s “Spectral Locus” covered three prominent buildings in Buffalo in 2016. This site was a church built in the 1800s. Photo credit/Tom Loonan
ArtsWestchester announced on Dec. 20 that it is the proud recipient of a $49,500 Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council Grant that will help New York artist Amanda Browder create a major work of participatory public art in downtown White Plains. The playful artwork will be a colorful, quilt-like textile that will adorn ArtsWestchester’s nine-story landmarked building on Mamaroneck Avenue. Browder will design and fabricate the artwork working with ArtsWestchester to organize
fabric drives, public sewing days and block parties throughout Westchester and Rockland counties. “This project is just so exciting and will do so much to advance the Hudson Valley’s ‘Live, Work, Play’ philosophy,” said Janet T. Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “Visitors will be drawn to White Plains from near and far, creating an arts happening and instilling pride among the hundreds of community volunteers who will have a hand in the project’s making. “Public art has the remark-
able ability to enliven downtowns and infuse the extraordinary into everyday life. We are over the moon and thank the Mid-Hudson REDC for recognizing the importance of public art.” The artwork is expected to be on view for up to six weeks beginning in early Fall 2019. For more information about this and other exciting art happenings, please be sure to visit artswestchester.org, sign up for the weekly Arts(e)Newsletter and follow ArtsWestchester on social media. (Submitted)
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What’s going on... Rye Free Reading Room
experience “Don Pasquale” by Gaetano Donizetti. Made possible by the support of the Dineen Classical Music Gift Fund.
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For more information on hours and programs, visit ryelibrary.org.
Mother Goose Monday On Mondays from 10 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Recommended for infants and toddlers. Nursery rhymes, songs, and finger plays. “Granny Jean” Klein, wellversed in early childhood development, introduces babies and toddlers to playful rhymes, songs, and puppetry. Parents and caregivers participate with the children at the library and are encouraged to continue the activities at home. Because the program is often a child’s first experience in an audience setting, it is important that adults strive to arrive on time and actively help children focus on the presentation. For more information, call the Children’s Reference Desk at 231-3162.
Lunch at La Scala On Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. No need to travel to Italy. Join the library here in Rye for six Mondays at noon (bring lunch or a snack) and watch some of the most popular operas ever recorded at Italy’s famed La Scala. On April 17,
On Mondays through Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Children’s Room, when the library is open. For grades K–5. Drop by the library where Rye teachers offer homework help to students attending local public and private elementary schools in the Rye and close surrounding areas. This is a free program sponsored by the Auxiliary Board of the Rye Free Reading Room, Woman’s Club of Rye/Children’s Philanthropy Section, and the PTO of the Rye Schools.
Marilyn’s Musical Maracas A Bilingual Storytime On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Join Marilyn Castillo at the library on Tuesday mornings for a blast of culture, music, and language in Spanish. Have fun learning simple words, numbers, and colors en español through simple songs and rhymes, while moving to music fiesta style. Music helps children retain words and expressions much more effectively. The rhythm of the music, as well as the repetitive patterns within the song, helps kids memorize new words, making it an easy way to teach a second language.
Spin-A-Yarn On Tuesdays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Ogden Nash Room. Open to the public. Information needlework, fabric arts get-together. Bring your own
project and supplies and work and chat.
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On Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 11 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Please choose one session to attend. Children will wiggle to music, giggle to funny rhymes, and pretend to be wild and wonderful animals in this lively interactive program with “Dawny Dew” Halasz. Music is a natural connection tool. It brings people together and helps them interact with one another. Children are engaged with the use of puppets, felt board activities, nursery rhymes, and songs. This activity encourages active participation by parents and other caregivers. This 20-minute weekly musical program promotes early language skills and socialization. Please note that doors close five minutes after the program begins to prevent interruptions and help focus audience attention on the presenter. Please be prepared to enjoy the Children’s Room while waiting for the next session to begin. For more information, contact the Children’s Reference Desk at 231-3162.
Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-740-9223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
Graham Clarke’s Musical Fridays On Fridays from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Meeting Room. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Families are always welcome. Rock out at the Rye Free Reading Room on Friday mornings when popular children’s musician Graham Clarke performs. Kids love Graham’s silly humor and fun songs and will enjoy moving and grooving to the beat with this energetic performer. Please arrive early to find parking; doors will be closed 10 minutes after show begins or when room is at “fire code” capacity, and no one will be admitted after that. Weather permitting, Graham’s performance will be outside on the Village Green where a larger audience can be accommodated.
The Rye Arts Center The Rye Arts Center is located at 51 Milton Road in Rye. Winter classes have begun. For more information, call 967-0700 or visit ryeartscenter.org.
Spring and Summer Classes Spring and summer classes are now available. The Rye Arts Center offers a wide range of visual and performing arts and STEAM program opportunities for children, teens and adults at all skill levels. Explore the center’s guide and find the perfect creative outlet for you and your family at ryeartscenter.org.
Free yoga at Rye Town Park Yoga instructor Dhokela Yzeiraj will begin Sunday morning classes at Rye Town Park starting June 3. Classes will be held on the lawn area near the gazebo and “Cope” sculpture exhibit. Yzeiraj invites people of all ages and backgrounds to balance their weekend with morning classes, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. She incorporates meditation along with gentle and grounding yoga postures. Participants should bring their own mats or practice directly on the grass. This is a donation-based class, with no required fees. Participants will be required to sign “hold harmless” forms. People can sign up at the Rye Town Park website or show up the morning of class. Class will be cancelled in case of rain the morning of. Yzeiraj is certified in raja yoga with Yoga Alliance and has been practicing for eight years. She is also trained in the ancient Indian medicine of Ayurveda, “The Knowledge of Life,” and incorporates it as yoga’s sister science in her teachings. She enjoys sharing this timeless wisdom in daily living through food, bodywork and gardening in community. For more information about the program, contact Yzeiraj at dhokela@gmail.com. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.
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Westchester Magazine announces Wine & Food Festival It may be cold outside, but Westchester Magazine is gearing up for summer 2019. Westchester Magazine’s annual Wine & Food Festival returns Tuesday, June 4 through Sunday, June 9 in Westchester County. Guests will delight in popular favorites like the Burger & Beer Blast, the Grand Tasting Village and Salute! A Wine Tasting Tour of Italy with more foodie favorites to be announced in the coming months. Westchester Magazine’s 9th annual festival is a celebration of gourmet food, exceptional wines, beer, spirits, mouth-watering burgers and award-winning chefs. Join the more than 7,000 guests who will sip and savor, enjoy the county’s finest plates and pours, mingle with Westchester’s top chefs, sommeliers and specialty food purveyors, and attend exclusive dinners, tastings and demos. The festival is a not-to-be missed experience celebrating the culinary spirit of Westchester County. “We are back again for the 9th year and thrilled to welcome even more renowned chefs serving signature dishes and over 200 world class wines,” said Westchester Magazine Publisher Sam Wender. “Tickets to the 2019 events are cer-
tain to impress all food and wine connoisseurs and are available now.” Harrison Wine Vault joins once again as exclusive wine retailer. Family-owned Harrison Wine Vault opened in the fall of 2011 and is a favorite among wine aficionados. This tri- level store features a classroom; a former bank vault turned temperature-controlled fine wine room, and 2,500 square feet of retail space. The store is conveniently located in the town of Harrison directly across from the Metro-North train station and steps away from Rye and Mamaroneck. “We are thrilled to be back this year,” said Anthony D’Arpino, owner of Harrison Wine Vault. “The selection of wines and caliber of chefs will once again be amazing. We can’t wait!” Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival, which draws more than 7,000 people from across the New York Metro area including New York City, Westchester County, Long Island, New Jersey and Connecticut, will feature 100-plus top restaurants and a selection of world-class wines. Visit westchestermagazine.com/ winefood for complete details and ticket sales. (Submitted)
Looking for that perfect last-minute gift? This year’s line-up includes a choice of events sure to impress. More details to be announced soon: Salute! A Wine Tasting Tour of Italy Tuesday, June 4 – 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Location: To Be Announced Taste & Style Wednesday, June 5 – 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Location: Savor Westchester at The Westchester Tickets on sale now Burger & Beer Blast Thursday, June 6 – 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Location: Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla Tickets on sale now The Grand Tasting Village Saturday, June 8 – 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Location: Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla. Tickets on sale now Jr. Chef Experience Sunday, June 9 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Location: PLAY at the Westchester, White Plains. Tickets on sale now
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Latimer designates county historical society
as county historian In recognition of the invaluable need to preserve the rich history of Westchester, County Executive George Latimer has both announced the designation of the Westchester County Historical Society as the official Westchester County historian, and added new members to Westchester County’s Historic Preservation and Advisory Committee, HPAC. The appointment tasks the Westchester County Historical Society with the identification, collection and preservation of historical and archeological records significant to the county, making those artifacts available
to the public. HPAC assists the Department of Public Works and Transportation, the Parks Department, the Planning Department and others with classifying and maintaining historic and archeological resources on county-owned properties, enhancing the value of these cultural resources.“Westchester County is home to several properties of historical significance, and it is our job to ensure that these locations are protected,” Latimer said. “From Playland Amusement Park in Rye to the Tarrytown Lighthouse, and the Westchester County Center in between,
Westchester County is a better place because of its heritage, and the historically significant buildings and properties owned by the county are integral to its character. My administration has appointed several new members to HPAC this year, in an effort to cultivate this important work.” Executive Director of the Westchester County Historical Society Katie Hite said: “WCHS is delighted to be able to serve the county as county historian. It is an efficient and cost effective way to make the history of the county accessible to as many of our citizens as possible.”
The members of Westchester County HPAC are as follows: • Barbara Davis, City Historian of New Rochelle • Susan Dublin, Archeologist of the American Museum of Natural History • Marilynn Glasser, President of “Parks & Pastimes” • Katie Hite, Executive Director of Westchester County Historical Society • Bruce MacDonald, President of Ashwood Restorations • Susan Morison, Former Director of the Rye Historical Society • Suzanne Nolan, Landscape Architect • Susanne Pandich, Manager of Public Programs for the Rockefeller Brothers Fund at Pocantico • Anne Stillman, Executive Director of the Bird House • Russel Watsky, President of Russel Watsky, Inc.
Westchester County is home to more than 30 properties of historical significance, seven of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These locations have long served as strong economic drivers for the county’s booming tourism industry. (Submitted)
The properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places are as follows:
• Playland, Rye • Marshlands, including the John Jay Property, Rye • Hartford House, Valhalla • Bronx River Parkway Reservation, including the Westchester County Center in White Plains and Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla • Tarrytown Lighthouse, Tarrytown • Merestead, Mount Kisco • Miller Farmhouse, North White Plains
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County deputy commissioner to join AG office Westchester County Department of Corrections First Deputy Commissioner Louis A. Molina has been tapped to join the transition team of New York State Attorney General-elect Letitia James. “Louis has been a welcome addition to our Corrections team since his work began earlier this year,” County Executive George Latimer said. “This appointment will allow him to showcase the innovative programs he and Commissioner Spano have instituted at the county jail and help shape the future of law enforcement in New York State with the top law enforcement official in Attorney General-elect James.” Molina, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, in addition to his work in Westchester County, has served in both New York City and
Washington D.C. in numerous leadership roles. Beginning as a New York City police officer, Molina has spent his career working to enhance law enforcement operations at all of the organizations and mentorship to staff and young people in the community. This includes time as a Senior Police Advisor and Instructor in Puebla, Mexico for the Department of State, and deputy chief investigator for the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office. ”I am immensely proud to represent Westchester County and our Corrections Department on the Attorney General-elect’s transition team,” Molina said. “This opportunity to serve with some of the top legal and law enforcement minds in the state will provide me the chance to further my own
knowledge and practices while also working to better our entire statewide criminal justice system.” Prior to his appointment as first deputy commissioner, Molina served the people of New York City as first deputy chief of the TLC’s Enforcement Division, and chief internal monitor and acting assistant commissioner Nunez Compliance Unit of the New York City Department of Correction. In these agency executive cabinet roles, Molina brought his specialized training to improve the agencies he was assigned. Department of Corrections Commissioner Joseph Spano said, “Lou is a vital part of our team in Valhalla. The fresh ideas he brings every day will certainly make an impact statewide through this appointment.” (Submitted)
Lara Dearman to read from new novel The Friends of the Larchmont Public Library are pleased to present author Lara Dearman, on Sunday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m., as she reads from her newly published second novel, “Dark Sky Island.” Dearman’s presentation will be held in the Larchmont Village Center located directly behind the Larchmont Public Library. Refreshments will be available at 3:30 p.m. In this thrilling sequel to “The
Devil’s Claw,” Michael Gilbert is called out to Sark—the world’s first dark sky island—after bones are found on Derrible Bay. Journalist Jennifer Dorey, driven by a secret in her own past, follows him. The remains are decades old, but after a body is discovered Jennifer and Michael fear there may be a killer on the island. Together they follow a dark trail of bad blood and a conspiracy of silence. Everyone on the island is
under suspicion. No one is what they seem. And the murderer could strike again at any time. Dearman was born and raised on the beautiful Channel Island of Guernsey. She moved to the UK to study International Relations and French at the University of Sussex, after which she endured a brief career in finance before giving it up to be a stay at home mum to her three children. A short course in Creative Writing at Richmond Adult Community College led to Lara studying for a Masters in Creative Writing at St Mary’s University, London. She graduated in 2016 with a distinction. Having moved from Guernsey to Brighton to London to Paris to Singapore and back to London over the last fifteen years, she has now settled in Westchester, New York, with her family. “Dark Sky Island” is her second novel and like her critically acclaimed debut novel, “The Devil’s Claw,” combines her love of Guernsey, myths and folklore with her obsession with crime fiction and serial killers. (Submitted)
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Local distillery to release premium Whiskey
Picture this: It’s 1924 and the U.S. is in the midst of President Hoover’s “noble experiment” known as Prohibition. The populous is dampened—but not deterred—by laws that prevent production, importation, transportation and sale of alcohol. As a result of overwhelming demand, bootlegging booms as an underground trade. Alcohol is smuggled into the U.S. from bordering Canada, Mexico and countries overseas. Vessels, known as rum-runners, shuttle alcohol from importers stationed 12 miles offshore—their yachts outpacing authorities in a race to U.S. ports. Often, the encounters are ugly. With boatloads of money at stake, there was greed, corruption, shootouts and high-speed boat chases up and down the coastline—and much of it happened right here, in our own
backyard.If you have the privilege of speaking to anyone who lived in the Sound Shore region during that era, ask them to tell you stories of bootlegger boats that docked at the end of South Barry Avenue in Mamaroneck. Or maybe they will talk to you about how the trade influenced local economy and impacted the surrounding community. There was an ongoing push and pull between local citizens determined to secure libations, and those entrusted to uphold the law. Yet, it was not all bad. In fact, most people talk of how the roaring 20’s were an exciting time to live in and around the New York area—a time of ambitious moonshiners, glamorous parties and—among the area’s elite—an unquenchable thirst for American Whiskey. Almost a 100 years later, the
proprietors of Mamaroneck’s own Good Shepherd Distillery are honoring the rich history of the Sound Shore region with the launch of a new premium whiskey. Sound Shore Whiskey is a single-malt whiskey, aged in new American oak barrels and made from barley sourced 100 percent in New York state. It is scheduled to be available for purchase beginning Jan. 12. Good Shepherd Distillery is located at 360 Mount Pleasant Ave., in Mamaroneck. In addition to whiskey, they have a wide selection of hand-crafted spirits available for purchase including vodka, brandy, wine and more. Business hours are from 12 to 6 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays, and thankfully, unlike the speakeasies of old, Good Shepherd Distillery does not require a password to enter. (Submitted)
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Here’s to a new year LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
The coming of the new year can often be a time of change. A common occurrence around this time of year is that individuals often make New Year’s resolutions, vowing to do something different in the coming months that will improve their lives physically, mentally or spiritually. I, for one, vow this year to spend more time at the gym— and to discard my resolution by mid-May at the latest. But people shouldn’t be the only ones beholden to turning over new leaves once the ball drops on Dec. 31. In fact, there’s fertile ground for improvement in a lot of areas around the sports world. In 2019, I hope the Yankees resolve to bring back the idea of the Evil Empire. Sure, it’s been fun for fans watching the Yankees develop a core of
young, homegrown talent, but having a likeable Yanks team in the mix is absolutely boring for Red Sox fan like me. So by all means, Cashman, go after Machado. Go after Harper. Jettison promising third baseman Miguel Andujar to make room for these high-priced free agents and absolutely obliterate the salary cap luxury tax. I want to be able to complain about the Yankees recklessly outspending the rest of the league again— and watch this “super team” crumble in October. To that end, I hope the Mets make a similar resolution. Stop nickel-and-diming your fans and go out and spend some money this year! Your window for having a cadre of talented, affordable starting pitching is closing; don’t mess it up! Bring in AJ Pollack, Mike Moustakas or anyone who can help you compete to win the NL East this year, at least for my father, who would like to watch more than a month of competitive baseball. For the Giants, it’s time to
move on from the Eli Manning era and look ahead to the future. I have loved watching the two-time Super Bowl MVP under center, but his best days are behind him. It would be nice to see Big Blue stop living in the past and embrace a new direction—and a new signal caller. But the people who are most in need of a New Year’s resolution are a lot closer to home; our youth and high school sports fans. Obviously the majority of our fans are good ones; they cheer on the home team, support the local players and generally add to the experience of going to sporting events. But if a few bad apples can spoil the bunch, we’ve been experiencing a lot more bad apples as of late. The number of high school officials is declining as parents and fans are more likeThe behavior of fans can make or break the atmosphere at a high school game. In 2019, we should try to be a ly to cross the line in voicing bit more civil. Photo/Mike Smith their displeasure with calls, and our coaches are facing similar ine the impact they are having on officials, let the coaches coach, ory. We can all do better. challenges. And if these vocifer- our youths. and simply go out there and supFollow Mike on Twitter ous malcontents are ruining the So in 2019, let’s try to keep port your schools and teams. games for other adults, just imag- things light. Stop harassing our It’s not a tough concept in the@LiveMike_Sports
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