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12 Our spring fling on Amelia Island 16 The Botanical at 125 18 The courtyard of Tao bliss 22 Beautiful Boscobel 26 Double exposure 30 In bloom for all seasons 32 Paradise regained… 34 Cold Spring warms to the season 38 A botanical jewel called Bartlett
40 The Rites of Spring 44 The man behind the cases 46 Planting roots 50 Rootin’ for roofs 52 Rosy future 56 Will Reaganomics blossom in China? 62 Musical chairs at Caramoor 64 Bedford continues push to be ever green
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SPRING HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY FAVORITE SEASON. There’s something about nature being recalled to life — even after a particularly well-mannered winter — that fills me with an inexpressible longing for loved ones long gone and faraway places. So what better way to present our annual garden issue than with a fond look at the season in which nature once again happens. Call it our Spring Fling as we also revel — once again — in being judged “Best Magazine” by members of the state of Washington Newspaper Publishers Association in the NYPA excellence in journalism competition. We begin our fling, of course, with the garden. We’ll take any excuse to visit the New York Botanical Garden, particularly when the cherry blossoms are in bloom. This year we have a good one: The botanical garden is 125 and celebrates with a show of American Impressionism, opening May 14, and with Dale Chihuly’s electric sculptures next spring. (When you go, do try the Hudson Garden Grill restaurant. And tell them our resident gourmet Danielle B. sent you.) Meanwhile, Reece explores one of his favorite places, the Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens in North Stamford. And Bob considers the Federal-style elegance of Boscobel House and Gardens in Garrison — a stone’s throw from Cold Spring, the only place in WAG country with “spring” in the name. There, Mary enjoyed an afternoon of antiquing, dining and taking in the serene Hudson River views. We rejoice, too, in the season with a pair of unusual garden books — the modernist “Living Roofs” and the literary “Paradise Found;” Gabriel Rimedio’s butterfly display cases (Danielle R.’s story), artist Kaya Deckelbaum’s forest-inspired work (Mary’s piece) and botanical accessories, like the NYBG-inspired Erwin Pearl tote bag in Danielle R.’s story. But you know us: We like to interpret our theme in unusual ways. So we sent Laura off to that “garden of music” — the Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah, where husband-and-wife Broadway stars Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley will perform their “He Said/She Said” program of American standards May 14. It’s a program about love — and,
At “Orchidelirium: The Orchid Show” at the New York Botanical Garden.
especially, their love — in bloom, a love that has grown more precious through her successful battle with ovarian cancer. Laura also reports on the revitalization of the Music Room in Caramoor’s Rosen House. For many of us, spring heralds a good bout of spring cleaning. Hairstylist and new columnist Brian Toohey gives us a spring cut. Interior designer Renae Cohen tells us how she transformed the home of dermatologist Whitney Bowe, who in turn offers tips for rejuvenating our skin. But spring also means spring break, as several of our delightful WAG Wits reminded us at ArtsWestchester’s annual Arts Awards luncheon. Our resident Wanderer Jeremy takes us to a city whose gardens touch his soul — Jerusalem. Audrey journeys to the China of her childhood via The Astor Chinese Garden Court at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. And even I get into the act with a report on my spring break on Amelia Island in Florida. As with everything I do in my workaholic, cram-in-as-much-as-you-can, Harry O’ Hurry life, the trip was something of a comedy of errors. But I learned something there that Audrey reflects on in her Astor Court piece. Call it the Tao of the mini vacation. With the right mindset, Heaven can be had in a moment. And spring can bloom eternal. Georgette Gouveia is the author of “Water Music” and the forthcoming “The Penalty for Holding,” part of her series of novels, “The Games Men Play,” which is also the name of the sports/culture blog she writes at thegamesmenplay.com. Readers can also find weekly installments of her serialized novel, “Seamless Sky,” on wattpad.com.
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In early spring on Amelia Island, the Atlantic Ocean foams at the mouth, spitting froth along the creamy, prickly shore. Overnight, rain gives way to white skies and a warm sun that casts a shimmering pillar of fire on the water until evening, when the pastel shades of the shoreline’s homes bleed into the sky. Later, the ocean seems to disappear into the inky night. But you can still hear it pounding the shore and imagine it still foaming. My family came to Amelia Island for that ocean. Like everyone else of Portuguese descent, we are sea-crazy and love nothing more than gathering at the beach, preferably in a rented house that brings back memories of our childhood summer home on the Jersey shore. We chose Amelia Island in part because we thought it would be a convenient hop for Matt, our busy Florida State grad student, over spring break. But the best laid plans, as they say…. Matt never made it to the beach. (More on that in a bit.) Indeed, with work pressing on several members of the beach bunch, it appeared for a time as if Jana — the wife, mother and homemaker among us three sisters — were running an inn. (We referred to her youngest, teenage James, as
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Lobby Boy, an homage to one of our favorite films, “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” even if he was more like Cabana Boy.) With each reconfiguration among the group, we vowed to make the most of our time together. Amelia Island is a great place to make such a commitment, because there’s plenty to do in — and here’s the real beauty of it — an atmosphere in which you can also do nothing at all. The more athletic members of the group — namely Jana’s husband, Ray, and Cabana Boy — took to kayaking and hiking Egans Creek Trail, with its egrets, storks, turtles and (gulp) baby alligators. Gina, the youngest of the three sisters and our resident Chihuahua whisperer, joined James on the trail and on an Amelia River cruise — where they learned about the 13.5-mile-long barrier island, which lies in the northeastern-most part of Florida, across the St. Marys River from Georgia, 32 miles from Jacksonville. “This part of Florida is really more Southern,” my chatty cab driver told me on my way there from Jacksonville International Airport. “I always say Florida begins with St. Augustine.” And indeed as we whizzed along a more intimate I-95 than you’ll find in the North, palm trees and bushes mingled with and danced beneath
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Horseback riding on the beach is permitted on Amelia Island.
pines and other trees that dripped Spanish moss. South Beach it ain’t. But if Amelia Island has a Southern flavor, it also has a global one owing to its history. Named for Princess Amelia, daughter of George II of England, it is the only American locale to have been under eight flags — French, Spanish, British, Patriots, Green Cross of Florida, Mexican, Confederate and U.S. — and serves as the international port for Bermuda. No doubt, globe-trekkers enjoy the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort and the neighboring Ritz-Carlton, which Jana and Gina checked out. I, the oldest and most formal of the three sisters, savored the historic district in downtown Fernandina Beach — consisting of 50 blocks of boutiques, eateries and Victorians with double-decker porches and gingerbread trim and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. At Fantastic Fudge, I indulged in the just-right chocolate walnut variety; at Out of Hand, a pair of thong wedge sandals with blue stones the color of a moody sea. And we all enjoyed an outing at The Crab Trap — where the Bloody Marys were outrageous; the king crab, sweet and succulent; the hush puppies, irresistible; and the key lime pie, creamy in its density. But there was still the issue of Jana and Ray’s oldest, Matt, toiling away in Tallahassee at his schoolwork. So we decided if Matt couldn’t come to the Beach Bunch, the Beach Bunch would go to Matt, because if there’s anything we love as much as the sea, it’s a road trip (in this case, all six hours
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of it). Tallahassee is not only the state capital with imposing white buildings decked out in red and white awnings but a college town in which the Florida State University campus appears large enough to contain the city of White Plains. Over burgers, salads and fish and chips at a sports bar where James counted like a million TVs, we caught up with Matt. Our afternoon with him, though, was all too brief and with a certain wistfulness we headed back to our beach house, stopping for dinner in Jacksonville, a city that delighted, particularly where food was concerned. At sleek, modern Sbraga & Company, overlooking a water display and the downtown, we relished black bean falafel, risotto with pulled pork and collard greens and a bread basket of pretzel balls and not-too-sweet cornbread. Jacksonville can do savory like nobody’s business as Gina and I again discovered the next day, getaway day, at brunch at bb’s restaurant and bar, not far from the city’s charming, Spanish-flavored San Marco District — although it might be worth flying to Jacksonville just for bb’s peanut butter mousse pie. But here’s the thing about our spring fling: We were so busy to-ing and fro-ing that we didn’t spend as much time as we wanted on the beach. Yet when all you have is a moment, you must, like William Blake, hold “eternity in an hour.” What I’ll remember is Jana making bacon, eggs and coffee in the morning. (Is there a better aro-
Pelicans are a familiar sight on Amelia Island.
ma by the sea?) Taking long walks with Gina and James, the sand coating our toes. Matt waving goodbye, a smile wreathing his face. A longtime resident with his beautiful old German Shepherd, Max, presenting James with some fossilized shark teeth. And the blond woman in pedal pushers who was so grateful to get the modest beach chairs we bought and reluctantly relinquished. “We’ve left nothing on the beach,” Gina said ruefully. Except our hearts. For more, visit ameliaisland.com.
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This year marks the 125th anniversary of a place that was incorporated in northernmost New York City “for the collection and culture of plants, flowers, shrubs and trees; the advancement of botanical science and knowledge; and the entertainment, recreation and instruction of the people.”
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With such a culturally varied mandate from the New York state Legislature, it’s no surprise that the New York Botanical Garden will be celebrating way into 2017. And how: The garden announced recently that it’s bringing back an artist whose glassworks galvanized the 250acre site in 2006. Dale Chihuly’s brilliantly colored, kinetic glass sculptures — which might be described as a form of liquid light — will electrify the campus from The Leon Levy Visitor Center at one end through The Native Plant Garden and Enid A. Haupt Conservatory to the LuEsther T. Mertz Library at the other. Why bring back the Seattle-based Chihuly next spring? Why not showcase an up-and-coming New York area artist? These were among the questions posed at a press luncheon at NYBG’s Hudson Garden Grill Restaurant announcing the exhibit. It’s not merely a question of a name artist but of a continuing dialogue between a sculptor and a site, both of whom have continued to grow, said Todd Forrest, the garden’s Arthur Ross vice president for horticulture and living collections. “The garden is in the midst of an historic restoration,” he said. At the time of the last Chihuly show, “The Visitor Center was brand new… and The Native Plant Garden, which opened in 2013, wasn’t around…. The biggest change is that the Library will be part of it, with a new work for ‘The Fountain of Life,’” which graces the entrance to the library. The exhibit — which will be on view April through
October, dates were still being arranged at press time — will feature “Chihuly Nights,” with every sculpture illuminated, as well as works on paper in the library’s Rondina and LoFaro Gallery. It’s yet another example of the garden’s evolution beyond horticulture into one of the premier attractions, drawing on an array of arts and foods. The Alhambra show in 2011 featured tapas and flamenco along with plants native to Spain’s Moorish treasure. The exhibit on Monet’s Giverny the following year included French cuisine and poetry by Charles Baudelaire, Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud. Last year’s Frida Kahlo celebration drew 525,000 visitors — a record for an NYBG art and garden show — with taco trucks and “Frida al Fresco” evenings complementing a botanical recreation of Casa Azul, the artist’s vibrant Mexican home. This season should be no different as everything from John Philip Sousa marches to New Orleans jazz provides the soundtrack for “Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas” (May 14-Sept. 11). This latest NYBG marriage of art and the garden will present many of the plants — including hollyhocks, foxgloves, lilies, poppies, daisies, hydrangeas and roses — along with garden ornaments found in the works of those artists who brought a new crispness and muscularity to Impressionism at a time when the focus in landscape architecture was shifting from the grand to the intimate and America was coming into its own
as a world power (1887-1917). The American Impressionists — including William Merritt Chase, Childe Hassam, John Henry Twachtman and the expatriate John Singer Sargent — were often amateur gardeners themselves, painting singly and together in summer colonies that dotted Connecticut in particular. (Among the most prominent of these was the Cos Cob Art Colony at the Bush-Holley House, part of the Connecticut Art Trail.) “Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas” will include the misty pastel romance of Edmund William Greacen’s “In Miss Florence’s Garden” (1913), an oil painting inspired by the garden of Florence Griswold’s Old Lyme boardinghouse (once home to the Lyme Art Colony and now the Florence Griswold Museum). Also of local interest will be the creamy pastel splendor of Sargent’s “Vase Fountain, Pocantico” (1917), a watercolor that Sargent did at Kykuit — the historic Rockefeller family home in Pocantico Hills — while creating his great oil portrait of John D. Rockefeller. These works and the gardens that inspired them will find a fitting backdrop amid the Beaux Arts beauty of the Mertz Library, the Victorian elegance of the Haupt Conservatory and, of course, the garden’s ever-changing landscape. “The (New York Botanical) Garden is a magical setting,” Forrest said, “and a wonderful place to show off art.” For more, visit nybg.org.
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“In this image, there lies deep meaning. Yet when we would express it, the words suddenly fail us.” …Tang Dynasty (618-906) poet Tao Ch’ien
The Astor Chinese Garden Court. Courtesy The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Among the most renowned gardens in China are the six Classical Gardens of Suzhou, (The Venice of the East). During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Suzhou experienced a flourishing garden culture. The traditional whitewashed houses of that period, crowned by black tile roofs with decorated corner eaves sweeping to the heavens, still line the banks of a network of canals winding under moon bridges. The gardens, enclosed in secluded courtyards, have enticing names designed to conjure poetic and historical associations, such as Humble Administrator’s Garden, A Garden to Linger in, Mountain Villa With Embracing Beauty, Couples Retreat Garden, Garden of Civilization and the Garden of the Master of Fishing Nets. However, New Yorkers need not journey all the way to China to experience these enchanting pleasures, because a Ming Dynasty-style garden, featuring the mysterious Taihu rocks, is in The
Metropolitan Museum of Art. In 1981, the late Tarrytown resident Brooke Astor conceived and funded the recreation of the Garden of the Master of Fishing Nets at The Met, using natural and manmade materials from China that were assembled with traditional tools. Like me, Astor spent her childhood in China, where she grew to love the courtyards so essential to traditional Chinese architecture and gardens. Remembering the serenity of these enclosures away from the busy city streets, she thought such a space in The Met would provide a quiet area where visitors could rest and reflect upon the landscape paintings in the adjoining galleries. There ancient scrolls echo themes of gardens and the contemplative life. Brooke felt her Chinese Garden would help visitors bridge the cultural gap between the more familiar garden arts of the West and the lesser-known ones of the Far East. Perhaps the most remarkable difference between Western and Chinese gardens is the use of space weirdly shaped Taihu rocks to create a serene setting designed to capture an eternal moment of suspended time when man and nature seem to be in perfect accord. The ideal Chinese Scholars Garden is fashioned to give almost perfect expression to the Taoist-inspired sense of unity with nature. It was this inexpressible experience of the Tao that the architects of ancient gardens strove to make
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possible within the confines of their garden walls. The natural landscape around a pavilion became a jardin trouvé, which in its turn was seen as a microcosm of the universe. The Astor Chinese Garden Court is accented by three types of spectacular Taiho rocks representing imaginary mountains. They are prized by rock connoisseurs for their grotesque shapes punctured by Swiss cheese holes, signifying eyes. Taihu rocks are not works of nature alone. Since the Song Dynasty (960-1279), masons have quarried these carbonated limestone boulders from the mountains near Suzhou and lowered them into Lake Tai where they are left to corrode for decades before “harvesting.” Through epochs of erosion caused by the action of dense mineral waters and sand, the rocks acquire worn surfaces and crevices. If the harvester is not satisfied with the rock’s natural formation, he may improve on nature’s handiwork by enlarging the crevices and returning the rock to Lake Tai for further erosion. This type of enhanced Taihu may be harvested three generations later by the mason’s grandson and is appropriately called “Grandfather’s Rock.” A Taihu rock should be wide at the top and tapering toward the bottom, so it looks dangerous even thought there’s really no risk. They must have three traditional criteria, giving the illusion of a great peak — tou, which suggest that they could be scaled; lou or the “eyes” that give them a ringing sound like jade pendants; and sou, or leanness, which means “rising like a wall against the sky, lonely and unsupported.” Taihu rocks have been used for centuries to make artificial miniature hills in royal courtyard gardens. The best-known rock hill, named Duixiu (Heaped Elegance), is in the Imperial Palace Garden of Beijing’s Forbidden City. But thanks to Brooke, we have our own place of Tao bliss amid the hustle of Manhattan. For more, visit metmuseum.org.
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Another view of The Astor Chinese Garden Court. Photograph by Audrey Ronning Topping.
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Boscobel House and Gardens was just awakening from its winter slumber when WAG chose a less than weather-friendly day for a visit. The otherwise beautiful view from the bluff above thought would be his Westchester estate. Using his fortune, Dyckman bought 250 acres of riverthe Hudson River in Garrison front property in Montrose, about 15 miles south was blurred by sheets of rain as from where the home is now sited. Unfortunately, with just the foundation in place, a monsoon — Hudson Valley-verDyckman died at age 51 in 1806. It would be up to sion — whipped in unchecked his wife, Elizabeth, to oversee the completion of the house in 1808. It remained in the family until from the west. The unrelenting cold pricks of rain pelted Fran Hodes, a docent, and me as we reached the front of the house. She, seemingly unperturbed by the vile storm, spoke to the architectural beauty of its three-bay recessed portico topped by a pediment. I interrupted her and suggested that the charms of the inside of the house would be more amenable to me. Federalist architecture is best appreciated on a dry day, I thought. And with that in mind, I returned a week later on an unseasonably warm April afternoon. What a difference. The view that Steven Miller, the executive director of Boscobel, had rhapsodized about on that earlier bleak day was now in its full glory. The yellow ochre of the house was radiant in the afternoon sun, contrasted by the deep green of the vast lawn. The just-budding craggy apple trees guarded the still-dormant rose garden where tulips and the pink flowers of the weeping cherry trees added dashes of bright color. It’s hard to believe that this beautiful home was once on the verge of being demolished. As the story goes, Boscobel — which is Italian for “beautiful woods” — was originally built over a four-year period starting in 1804. It was States Morris Dyckman, a Loyalist who became rich working for British quartermasters during the Revolutionary War, who came up with the idea for what he
Late spring in the circular garden at Boscobel. Photograph courtesy of Boscobel House and Gardens .
1888 when it went through a succession of owners until Westchester County bought it and turned it into a park with ballfields, a campground and picnic areas. In 1945, the federal government purchased it and the property and created what would become the Franklin D. Roosevelt Campus of the Veterans Affairs Hudson Valley Health Care System. In 1946, the house, in less than stellar shape, was sold for $35 to a demolition contractor. The façade and some interior wood were bought by a Long Island family, who planned to use the pieces in a home they were building. Seeing Boscobel as “too fine a national treasure to lose,” historian Benjamin West Frazier and several friends raised $10,000 to buy the house and have it dismantled by a house mover. All the pieces would lie secure in area barns, sheds, garages and ice houses until 1955, when Lila Acheson Wallace, co-founder of The Reader’s Digest in Chappaqua, took the restoration project under her wing. Forty-five acres were bought in Garrison and in 1957 ground was broken. Boscobel opened in the fall of 1961 with Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller in attendance. It was in 1975 that the interior of the house was redecorated following the discovery of 2,000 pages of the Dyckmans’ inventory. The task was overseen by Berry Tracy, curator of decorative arts in
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SADDLE UP at OX RIDGE Steven Miller, the executive director of Boscobel. Photograph by Bob Rozycki.
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The circular rose garden at Boscobel. Courtesy of Boscobel House and Gardens.
the American Wing of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Miller calls the interior an example of “the lifestyle of the rich and famous of 1805. “The curator didn’t want the furniture to look old and shabby. We wanted to restore it to the way it was.” No words can accurately describe what one’s eyes can espy in a tour. Maybe it’s the intricacy and richness of the wood furnishings, the silk tassels of the bed canopies or the tea sets. Each visitor spots something different, the docent says. Since being named executive director in April 2013, Miller has initiated a program that reaches out to area grammar schools within a half-hour’s drive of Boscobel. Using a special docent, Miller says she takes the words on the pages of the children’s history books and brings them to life. The program has been so successful, Miller is reaching out to corporations to obtain an endowment to pay for transportation costs to entice
more school districts. Funding Boscobel is helped by visitors who arrive on buses such as those of Tauck Tours, which makes the home a regular stop on their trips through the Hudson Valley. To attract the young and older, Boscobel hosts a military re-enactment day, candlelight tours in December and also has a 1.25-mile hiking trail that also affords great view of the Hudson Highlands and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Also augmenting the historic site’s coffers comes from playing landlord to the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, which is in its 30th season. Boscobel also earns funds serving as a wedding venue, as well as hosting photo shoots for commercials and print ads. Whether it’s looking across at the highlands or West Point, or down below to the river carving a jigsaw pattern in Constitution Marsh, “People are mesmerized by the view,” Miller says. “I wish we could copyright it.” For more, visit boscobel.org.
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There’s a lovely air of serenity about Kaya Deckelbaum, the Hastings-on-Hudson sculptor who welcomes WAG on a chilly spring morning. But like the forest that she’s creating out of wire mesh in her home studio — destined to serve as the centerpiece of an exhibition in Cold Spring this month — there are many layers to her story. It’s one that’s taken her from her native Bulgaria to Israel, Canada and Africa, each step of her life journey inspiring her deeply nuanced work. But these creations, explorations in clay, bronze and more recently wire mesh, are not the work of a longtime artist. No, Deckelbaum — who received international recognition this past autumn with the Lorenzo II Magnifico 2nd prize for sculpting at the Florence Biennale 2015 — only began creating art some nine years ago. Long “good with” her hands, she says she wanted to explore a creative outlet. A private lesson, in clay, led to an awakening that spurred her ever forward. “Once I discovered it, it just filled me up. It was an eruption of pleasure really. It really filled my soul with art. It was a whole new world opened up to me.” And she has been exploring that world, exhibiting and selling her work ever since. She might be 26
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inspired by a tribal gathering in Africa or a Japanese mask or perhaps even a piece of wood. Her home serves as a gallery of her work and its evolution. Wire-mesh works include horses and masks, faces and couples, with clay and bronzes devoted to heads, figures and even whimsical scenes such as one depicting a (very revealing) cowboy. “I call it ‘The Morning After. He’s left with only his boots and a hat.”
IN WIRE It is, though, in her wire-mesh work that Deckelbaum has finally found her preferred medium. “An Israeli friend introduced me to the wire mesh. …The wire mesh really becomes part of the environment. You can look at it, and you can look through it.” It’s not a traditional choice, but rather, she notes, “an industrial material.” “It comes in big rolls, and I work it all by hand. …
Sometimes I wear gloves but mostly, I don’t.” After all, for “the little touches, I really need my fingers.” Deckelbaum shows a visitor a roll of the wire mesh, cutting off a piece and then applying the tools she has cobbled together — by necessity — from everyday items including a wooden spoon. “There is nothing for it,” she says of the lack of dedicated tools. The process also includes using a sealant and sometimes paint, which pools in parts to create a sparkly effect that, in her forest work, Deckelbaum likens to stars. “I’m giving you a recipe here,” she says with a laugh. But one knows it would be near impossible to do what her agile fingers do, especially because her work, and method, is so personal. “I don’t know how to draw,” she says. “I can draw a house with a roof and a chimney and the smoke and a fence — but that is all.” She was at first frustrated but then realized what was to be her way. “I couldn’t put on paper what I saw. It just comes from my head, to my hands and into the sculpture.”
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Sculptor Kaya Deckelbaum and her medium, wire mesh, pictured in front of her forest-themed installation in her 27 WAGMAG.COM Hastings-on-Hudson MAY 2016 studio.
County, as well as New York City, Florida and Israel — presented “The Spirit” to the people of Bulgaria in a November ceremony held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sofia. The work was created to honor the way Bulgaria stood up to Nazi Germany during World War II.
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Kaya Deckelbaum at times integrates natural elements, such as driftwood, into her work.
Shadows cast by her sculptures add another dimension — and in effect complete the work. “I wanted to see more detail,” she says, so she began integrating light a few years ago, now regularly working with a light designer. “We create the shadows, which actually create a fourth dimension on the wall.” The effect will be clear during “Spirits and Shadows,” which opens May 6 at Gallery 66 NY. The exhibition will feature both the wire and shadow sculptures of Deckelbaum and the sacred poem paper sculptures of Carole Kunstadt. Gallery 66 NY director and curator Barbara Galazzo says she first saw Deckelbaum’s work some seven years ago and has been a fan ever since. “The most striking thing about Kaya is her ability to sculpt the wire by hand,” she says. “It is not
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done over a mold, it all comes from her mind and fingers. Now that she has added lighting it takes her sculptures to such a gigantic stature on the wall with the shadows it creates. You have the original sculpture, but you also get the shadow sculpture, which often shows more detail than you see in the original wire piece.” Galazzo, who has worked with Deckelbaum before, says this show will be special. “I love her work and am excited to show any of her series, but I especially think the spirits and shadows of the forest will be amazing. Kaya is one of those artists whose work you want to collect now because she is rising in popularity all across the globe. I feel very fortunate to have her exhibit here.” Deckelbaum — who first exhibited in Pittsburgh and has gone on to show in Westchester
Back in the studio is where Deckelbaum creates it all, often with classical music — and a few “characters” — for company. “I want to introduce you to my husband,” she says, pointing to a wire work of her husband, a physician affiliated with Columbia University. “That is Richard.” It was his work with The Flying Doctors in Zambia that brought the family to Africa and Deckelbaum, a mother of four, so much inspiration. Natural sources continue to inspire, with some pieces incorporating wood, including driftwood collected near her family’s cottage in British Columbia. “When we were camping there I woke up in the morning and there was a mountain of driftwood.” It soon became part of some sculptures, giving “warmth,” she says. A drive to Cold Spring actually sparked the idea of the forest work, but it took her a little time to determine her approach. Finally, “I said ‘No. Don’t recreate nature. God did a good job. You create art.’” And she has, with this tour-de-force work featuring some elements that top 55 inches in height. On this day, as she shines a light on the work nearing completion, her imagination takes over. “The forest, it’s really special… I see legs and a person, maybe an arm, someone dancing, maybe an animal…” She encourages visitors to spend time with her work, sitting and letting their own minds wander. “I think there is something special to my art. I think it’s not something right away you see what it is. You have to put yourself into it.” Someone might remember time spent in actual forests. Others may be moved to remember, Deckelbaum says, “things you have lived through.” “There is so much you can discover.” An opening reception for “Spirits and Shadows” will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. May 6 at Gallery 66 NY in Cold Spring, with the exhibition continuing through May 29. For more, visit kayadeckelbaum.com or gallery66ny.com.
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IN BLOOM FOR ALL SEASONS BY MARY SHUSTACK | PHOTOGRAPH BY BOB ROZYCKI The refurbished conservatory at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in Norwalk.
The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in Norwalk may have only opened for its 2016 season a few weeks ago, but its historic conservatory is already fully in bloom. The elegant glass-domed retreat, adjacent to the library within this National Historic Landmark, offers a most inviting scene, with soaring palms surrounding a handful of petite trees dripping with fruit, vividly colorful flowers and a fanciful metal bench complete with velvet pillow and tapestry throw. 30
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But on closer inspection, a visitor realizes it’s all created with a bit of magic — or rather silk. Despite appearance, there are no live plants at all. “It would be a very dangerous thing if some insect could make its way through here,” says Susan Gilgore, the executive director, as her hand sweeps toward the remainder of the mansion built by financier and railroad magnate LeGrand Lockwood between 1864 and 1868. Indeed, combining the utmost respect for his-
toric preservation with a desire to showcase the original splendor of one of the earliest and most significant Second Empire Style country houses in the country led to the clever reimagining of the conservatory. A unique design in its half-domed shape and ribbed ceiling, the conservatory had been severely damaged when a tree fell on it during the 1960s. “It was empty and there was nothing in it,” Gilgore says. “Our visitors would say, ‘Could you imagine (it) with all the plantings, what it would look like?’” And that sparked a restoration that has been captivating visitors since its official opening last spring. “It’s really become one of the most admired rooms in the house,” volunteer Paul Veeder adds. With a background in architecture and historic preservation, Veeder says he met with the fire marshal — and historical commission — to get the refurbishing project under way from a very humble start. “That bench was broken, and that was the only
thing that was in there,” he says. Veeder would, it turns out, be on hand for much more than the start, with he and his wife helping with everything from fixing the bench to cleaning the tiles to helping secure period-appropriate accents. Most vivid are the plantings, with the museum working closely with The Silk Touch, also in Norwalk. Owner Danna DiElsi designed some of the plants that, Gilgore says, “might have been here during the Lockwood era.” The process — and the ongoing exhibition of the conservatory — also has allowed the story of the Lockwood-Mathews mansion to be further explored, says LMMM curator Kathleen Motes Bennewitz. Study unearthed information about gardens and plantings, visitors and staff. “There were fruit trees and flowers and everything you needed for meals,” Bennewitz says. Her readings, for example, also yielded lovely details about the conservatory in its prime. “They do talk of sitting in there for morning cof-
fee or afternoon tea,” she says. In addition, she adds, the ahead-of-its-time conservatory design would also inspire other estates of the period. Bennewitz also gleaned much about the estate and its workings, so now panels share not only plant identifications but also information about how the gardens were maintained throughout the Lockwood and then Mathews eras of the property. There is also a related display of historic gardening tools. So today, whether visitors head to the mansion to see its latest exhibition — “Demolish or Preserve: The 1960s at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion,” which opens May 4; or attend one of the museum’s special events during this, its 50th anniversary year, they will likely not only stop, but truly appreciate, the conservatory for both its beauty and history. The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is at 295 West Ave. in Norwalk. For more, visit lockwoodmathewsmansion.com.
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“Paradise Found: Gardens of Enchantment” by Clive Nichols (teNeues Publishing Group, 176 pages, 154 color photographs, $55) weaves its magic in a most unusual way. Nichols’ luscious photos — which capture 19 public and private gardens, mostly in England with two in France and one in Italy — are not accompanied by the traditional text. You won’t be learning about their history or how much mulch to use. Rather the photographs are paired with literary works from the likes of John Milton, Lewis Carroll, Emily Dickinson and Christina Rossetti that serve as complements to the meditation that is the photos. “The inner life, where dwells the perception of beauty, saw them now for the first time,” Harriet Myrtle writes in “The Water Lily,” an excerpt from which accompanies scenes of Les Confines, a 20-acre site in Provence where a long, terraced, bisque-stucco villa opens onto cypresses, potted cactuses and, yes, water lilies. “Paradise Found” is about awakening that inner life with a stroll through these pages, which chart the effects of light, architecture, geography, history and the seasons on the formal garden. Les Confines in the South of France is a very different place from England’s Cerney House Gardens, with its 40 acres of blossoming trees, plum-colored tulips and playful animal statuary in Gloucestershire. And Cerney House in turn is very different from Cliveden in Buckinghamshire, where royals and Astors once strode amid geometric designs and neoclassical fountains of exultant water nymphs and putti. No distance is as great as time, though, as Tennessee Williams observed in “The Glass Menagerie.” At Herefordshire’s 1,000-acre Hampton Court Castle and Gardens— built by Sir Rowland Lenthall, an in-law of Henry IV, and not to be confused with Hampton Court Palace — winter freezes a sunflower in curling, dried up, colorless old age, like a botanical Miss Havisham. At intimate (1.5-acre) Pettifers Gardens in Oxfordshire, an icy snow caresses still-green tendrils to the accompaniment of Dickinson’s hypnotic, chilling poem “It Sifts From Leaden Sieves.” The “it” is falling snow, which “…ruffles wrists of posts, As ankles of a queen, — Then stills its artisans like ghosts Denying they have been.” Read it aloud, in a whisper. Then read again and shudder. In winter. For now, it’s spring. Time for gardening, whose glory, the poet Alfred Austin wrote, is “hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just on the body, but the soul.” For more, visit teneues.com and clivenichols.com.
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Giardino di Ninfa, Latina, Italy. Photograph © 2016 Clive Nichols. All rights reserved.
Pashley Manor Gardens, East Sussex, United Kingdom. Photograph © 2016 Clive Nichols. All rights reserved
Narborough Hall, Norfolk, United Kingdom. Photograph © 2016 Clive Nichols. All rights reserved.
Cerney House, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. Photograph © 2016 Clive Nichols. All rights reserved. All photographs © “Paradise Found: Gardens of Enchantment” by Clive Nichols, published by teNeues. WAGMAG.COM
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Foundry Dock Park in Cold Spring offers a scenic view over the Hudson River.
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warms TO THE SEASON BY MARY SHUSTACK PHOTOGRAPHS BY BOB ROZYCKI
When WAG was deciding on stories for this, our “Celebrating Spring” issue, Cold Spring came to mind. Sure, its name drew us in, but we realized right away that the Putnam County village fit our theme in a broader sense. After all, the destination for antiques and dining, specialty shopping and art exhibitions tends to quiet down in the winter only to come alive again each spring. Its annual rebirth was evident on a recent afternoon, as a drive down Main Street failed to yield a parking spot, necessitating a quick turn down a side street. Walking past yards filled with daffodils and hyacinths in bloom — and at least one stretch of Tibetan prayer flags swaying in the breeze — I reached the main drag, only to look up and realize I had parked on … Garden Street. Yes, it was going to be a spring-themed afternoon, evidenced by the playful collection of frog sculptures sitting in front of Kismet at Caryn’s. Steps away, a chalkboard invites you to sample fresh artisan ice pops and organic and Fair Trade coffee, tea and chocolates at Go-Go Pops, where a pair of mint-green, retro-styled chairs will soon enough be occupied by some local boys. Taking in the natural attractions first — the riverfront, where benches and a gazebo suggest you pause, then over to Foundry Dock Park, a
scenic outlook on the Hudson, adjacent to the Metro-North Railroad station — I was then ready to wander among the shops, galleries and restaurants. For me, Cold Spring has long been about the antiques, so my first planned stop was to see Juan L. Rosado, who offers “decades of antiques and collectibles” in the heart of town. A longtime dealer here, he has a tempting mix of vintage kitchenware, pottery, costume jewelry, textiles, furniture and more. His neighbor in the mini-mall known as Antique Alley is Jerome Solomon of Solomon’s Mine, a dealer who’s seen much downtown change in 30-plus years in town. “They come and go,” Solomon said, but noted “the vacancies usually aren’t long-lived. They fill in.” And indeed that’s a part of Cold Spring’s charm, with occasional visitors often surprised by a mix of new establishments — and, this time
of year, extended hours. “It’s picking up now,” Solomon said of the influx of weekend visitors, many from New York City. “Warm weather comes in… later the ships come in, the boats.” For those interested in the multidealer experience, Arts & Antiques/Downtown Gallery and Bijou Galleries across Main are a must — places where it’s easy to lose track of time poking through booth after booth (after booth) of antiques and vintage finds. Art galleries include the noted Gallery 66 NY and the Buster Levi Gallery, as well as Open Concept, which features “accessories by contemporary artists.” On this day, Open Concept’s windows were filled with a fanciful collection of floral-themed hats and headpieces. Specialty stores abound up and down the street, from The Country Goose and Highland Basket to Groombridge Games to Old Souls for outdoor gear to Country Clocks, which has been offering repairs, restorations and sales for some 20 years. Owner Howard Broad’s shop has a natural elegance created by an inventory of clocks he described as of “different countries, different styles… some of it from the 1700s all the way up to about 1960.” He’s often visited by “loyal people who like clocks and come in all the time,” often finding him WAGMAG.COM
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at his front-of-the-shop workbench. It’s all within view of the storefront offices for the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, which plays each summer at nearby Boscobel House and Gardens. Those in search of fashions and accessories will find plenty at boutiques that include Indigo Chic, Swing, Cape Cod Leather and the quirky, artistic Side Effects/NY. Throughout, there are the services one would expect, from hair salons to hardware shop to florist, with the small-town scene completed by a classic firehouse on one corner. Up and down the street, it’s not unusual to see owners sitting outside, catching up with neighbors or simply taking in the sun between customers. When hunger hits, there’s everything from fine dining to the most casual options. On this day, diners took advantage of the warm weather to eat on the front porches of Hudson Hil’s Café & Market and Brasserie Le Bouchon. (Visitors staying awhile can check into The Pig Hill Inn or, closer to the water, the Hudson House River Inn). There’s a sense of always moving forward in Cold Spring, exemplified by a couple of the relatively recent additions to the scene. Opening last summer, Burkelman is a home-design sanctuary with a decidedly sophisticated
point of view. Kevin Burke and David Kimelman — Croton-on-Hudson residents who were already fans of the village — have created an airy space filled with art, furniture and gift and registry items, all with a pervasive sense of style. “People really know us for our pillows and textiles,” Burke said of the mix that includes national exclusives. “We have interior designers and people coming from the city.” A disco ball in the window adds just the right finishing touch of glimmer — and whimsy. “It’s kind of our mascot,” Burke added. “We like a good time.” Craig Muraszewski, who on this day just happened to be celebrating the second anniversary of the Cold Spring General Store, echoed that feelgood sentiment. Warmly greeting us in a rustic space accented with barnwood and exposed-brick walls, we heard about his treasure trove of handcrafted and artisanal goods, from candles to marmalades, honey to books, jewelry to blankets and more. And that’s just for starters, he told us. “In season we do a whole pop-up, seasonal produce, local goods. It’s a great hikers’ oasis,” he added. Throw in some Adirondack chairs, and “It’s just a nice way to take a pit stop.”
Open Concept, a gallery in Cold Spring, offers accessories by contemporary artists. Here, a creation by Cigmond Meachen.
A Carmel native who was living in Mamaroneck before coming to Cold Spring, Muraszewski said he and his wife were more than familiar with its appeal. “We were visiting here for years and every time we had to leave we had this feeling we just didn’t want to go,” he said. We can understand why.
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The Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens in Stamford is open from dawn until dusk 365 days year. Courtesy Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens.
The Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens in Stamford is ready for a new spring season with the aid of a newly designed mobile touring app that will guide visitors across the ground’s 93 acres of unique horticulture and history. The arboretum’s roots stretch back to 1913 when founder Francis A. Bartlett, a well-known dendrologist (one who studies trees and wooded plants), established an outdoor laboratory and training ground for his company, the F. A. Bartlett Tree Co. in the woodlands of North Stamford. There Bartlett transformed what was once a pig farm into a living museum filled with rare and native tree and plant species. For several decades prior to his death in 1963, he conducted what arboretum CEO Jane Von Trapp referred to as “interesting experiments,” as he grew and modified vast varieties of plants and trees, the legacy of which can be found across the grounds today. “We have a lot of champion and notable trees on the property that are worth taking a look at,” Von Trapp said, champion trees being the largest specimens of their species. “We have trees here that are well over 100 years old that are not seen
anywhere else.” The arboretum is also home to rarities and oddities — including a descendant of Connecticut’s legendary Charter Oak tree; relatives of the California sequoia; three acres of hundreds of soon-to-bloom azaleas and other rhododendron plants; a large greenhouse with an array of tropical, desert and native plants, such as a fruit-producing banana tree; and a recently renovated boardwalk traversing the arboretum’s 8-acre red maple wetland. “It is like walking on water,” Von Trapp said. Within the greenhouse are hundreds of plants ranging from cactus collections to a more than 100-year-old jade plant and rows of native plants arboretum horticulturist Brian Sachs cultivates before they are distributed across the region or sold at the arboretum’s annual spring native plant sale, scheduled this year for May 14. Sachs is also largely responsible for the cre-
ation of the arboretum’s new mobile touring app, which visitors can download for free from the App Store. The audio and written guide can be initiated in no particular order at any one of the more than 20 exhibit locations across the arboretum. But the arboretum offers more than just sights to see, Von Trapp said. “We offer a safe place to learn about the importance of sustaining the environment for future generations — a place for wellness — a place of respite for people to sit, contemplate, unplug and reconnect with nature.” While not a secret, many of the those who make up the arboretum’s estimated 20,000 annual visits are not aware that the grounds and its 10 walking trails are open year-round from dawn to dusk with no admission fee, she said. She added that visitors are also largely unaware that the arboretum is one of the few, if not the only, public parks in Stamford, to permit them to bring their leashed canine companions. “Luckily, the people who come here that are walking in with their dogs are very respectful,” she said. “They love this place.” For more, visit bartlettarboretum.org.
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Mariya Dashkina Maddux in Martha Graham’s “Appalachian Spring.” Copyright Hibbard Nash Photography.
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From the dawning of woodwinds to the fluttering of strings to the primal burst of percussion, music has sought to capture the yearly rebirth of spring in all its savage beauty and with all its attendant rituals. Perhaps the best-known composition associated with the season is the “Spring” section of Antonio Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” (1723-25) — actually four violin concertos that evoke not only the different experiences of each season but the poems, possibly by the composer himself, that accompanied the music. Right from the opening — with its strings at once sprightly and tremulous, its continuo steady and its solo violin flitting — the music reawakens the soul to nature’s mercurial spring glory. If Vivaldi’s composition is spring in all its liveliness and yearning, then Igor Stravinsky’s “Le Sacre du Printemps” (“The Rite of Spring”) is the season in all its primitive urgency. Stravinsky conceived of his “Pictures of Pagan Russia,” as the ballet was subtitled, with set and costume designer Nicholas Roerich for the 1913 Paris season of Serge Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes. Diaghilev — whose mantra was “Étonnez moi” (“Astonish me”) — always had his eye, and ear, on the vanguard. He was convinced that Vaslav Nijinsky — his male star and lover, who had previously choreographed and performed a tableau-like, sexually suggestive ballet to Claude Debussy’s “L’après-midi d’un
faune” (“The Afternoon of a Faun”) — would be a good match for Stravinsky’s raw, folk-flavored, multilayered “Sacre.” When the curtain went up on “Sacre” at the month-old Théâtre des Champs-Élysées on the night of May 29, the audience of bluebloods and bohemians heard the mournful, meandering bassoon that gives way to earth-splitting percussion crusted with folklore as dancers in long braids and masklike makeup stomped about — their ankles turned out, their arms at right angles to their bodies — against a colorful, mountainous backdrop. Before long, all hell broke loose — in the audience. People began shouting. Someone called derisively for a doctor. A disgusted Stravinsky left his seat to watch the action from the wings, where Nijinsky was shouting directions to the dancers, who couldn’t hear the music. Meanwhile, the performance in the audience was rivaling the one onstage. An excited balletomane began beating rhythmically on the head of photojournalist Carl Van Vechten, who was so transported he initially didn’t notice. Some patrons
fled — or were removed by police. Despite the tumult, Maria Piltz — the replacement for Bronislava Nijinksa, Nijinsky’s pregnant sister — managed to dance herself to death in the principal role of the sacrificial maiden, the Chosen One. There were several curtain calls — and excoriating reviews. (If you look at the Joffrey Ballet’s 1989 revival on YouTube, you’ll see that the work is still an exposed nerve for many people. It’s the music, observed critic Virgil Thomson, who thought the dinosaur sequence from Walt Disney’s classically infused 1940 film “Fantasia” was the only visual interpretation of Stravinsky’s score that wasn’t overwhelmed by it.) Among the other “Sacres” was the 1959 version by Maurice Béjart. A highly erotic choreographer whose memorable “Bolero,” to Maurice Ravel’s hypnotic score, featured a bare-chested man dancing on a table top surrounded by other male dancers, Béjart created a “Sacre” that went where Stravinsky and Nijinsky’s feared to tread. It featured a Chosen Man and a Chosen Woman whose sacrifice culminated in a mating ritual. The first reinterpretation of “Sacre,” however, was the 1920 Ballets Russes’ production with new choreography by Léonide Massine. Ten years later it was presented in America with the role of the Chosen One performed by a young woman who would soon galvanize modern dance and make her own history with “spring” works — Martha Graham. In her fiercely evocative 1991 autobiography, “Blood Memory,” Graham recalled being a struggling New York dancer — teaching and performing long hours to support her mother and sister in Santa Barbara, Calif., — caught in a power play between Massine, who didn’t want her for the part, and the married conductor Leopold Stokowski, whose interest in her was more than professional. During the Metropolitan Opera engagement in the spring of 1930, photographer Alfred Stieglitz attended a performance. When Graham visited him in his gallery, he told her the ballet “was beneath my strength as a dancer.”
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“ ‘I don’t approve of what you are doing,’” he said. ‘Neither do I,’ I replied.” Graham would continue to seek vehicles for her formidable gifts through her company, now 90 years old, and her psychosexually charged choreography, which drew on myth and memory. In 1942, she and Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge of the Coolidge Foundation commissioned longtime Cortlandt Manor resident Aaron Copland to write the music for a ballet that paid tribute to Graham’s Pittsburgh roots and America’s pioneering spirit — “Appalachian Spring.” With its wide, open chords — laced with the Shaker hymn “Simple Gifts” — and spare Isamu Noguchi evocation of the frontier, “Appalachian Spring” (1944) took its title from some words by the poet Hart Crane that Graham happened to like. But it conjures so much more: “ ‘Appalachian Spring’ is essentially a dance of place,” she wrote in “Blood Memory.” “You choose a piece of land, part of the house goes up. You dedicate it. The questioning spirit is there and the sense of establishing roots.” Graham was not done with “Sacre,” though. Forty years after “Appalachian Spring,” she choreographed a powerful version of “The Rite of Spring,” which starred Purchase College graduate Terese Capucilli as the Chosen One and plumbed the brutality of the mob against the sacrificial lamb — a story older than Jesus. Writing of the 1984 premiere in The New York Times, then chief dance critic Anna Kisselgoff hailed Graham for “a treatment of Stravinsky’s score unlike any other. It is a ‘Rite’ that is totally elemental, as primal in expression of basic emotion as any tribal ceremony, as hauntingly staged in its deliberate bleakness as it is rich in implication.” No doubt in creating this work and coaching Capucilli in the role, Graham was evoking her own blood memory. “When you have to do the same movement over and over, do not get bored with yourself, just think of yourself as dancing toward your death. In ‘The Rite of Spring,’ when I danced the Chosen One, as I did so many continuous times, and came to my moment of finality, I thought of my rebirth.” For more, visit marthagraham.org and coplandhouse.org.
Martha Graham in “Cave of the Heart.” Photograph by Cris Alexander.
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THE MAN BEHIND THE CASES BY DANIELLE RENDA | PHOTOGRAPH BY BOB ROZYCKI Detail from Gabriel Rimedio’s display at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester.
Gabriel Rimedio influences how people shop without using any words. Instead he lets his visuals speak for him and his clients.
Rimedio is a self-taught visual display stylist for luxury fashion retailers. Using a miscellany of materials, he creates intriguing glass showcases that convey certain moods or themes. “Ever since I was a kid, everything I did was always artwork of some sort,” he said. WAG met Rimedio at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester in White Plains, where his latest project is featured. The display was created for Landsberg Jewelers, which has a store in the hotel, to showcase its newest collection of embellished accessories and home décor items. Dotting the merchandise are artificial flowers in neutral shades, some made of bur-
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lap, around which flit synthetic orange monarch butterflies. Boxes of varying sizes are used throughout to accent the merchandise and add depth to the case. “I try to make each venue unique. I have to make the product sell,” he said. “First, I come up with a concept or an idea. Then I see what’s out in the market that I can interpret into the mood of what I’m being asked to create.” Rimedio was born and raised in White Plains, where he began his career creating displays at Bloomingdale’s. Shortly after that, he began working as a visual display designer, merchandiser and stylist at Neiman Marcus Westchester, where he would spend some 15 years. It was at Neiman Marcus that he received an unusual request. “One of the designers wanted her floral with no greenery,” he said. “Anything green, she didn’t
want to see. Everyone has their own concepts and ideas, so to work with that and still make it your own can be pretty tricky.” Rimedio’s visual art isn’t confined to displays. He is a self-taught floral arranger. His interior design work, including table settings, was featured in the 2007 “Homes for the Holiday House Tour” in New Canaan, and his styling work has introduced him to stars such as Rihanna. “I think I like it all,” said Rimedio, who will soon be packing up his artistry and moving to Florida. “I just like doing the whole range of it. I just like being creative and making things look new and exciting.” Gabriel Rimedio’s display cases can be seen at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester in White Plains and Landsberg Jewelers in Rye. For more, email rimedios@aol.com.
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Joseph Barbieri has been among the top Realtors in Greenwich for nearly 30 years, with a portfolio that includes $75 million Hillandale and the $21.5 million Oldfield Equestrian Farm, both featured in WAG’s April issue. His largest sale to date is the $39.5 million Point of View waterfront property, complete with a catwalk that resembles the Brooklyn Bridge.
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“When I came to Greenwich, the price range wasn’t in increments of $50,000, but increments of half a million,” says Barbieri, who moved to Greenwich after leaving Wall Street in 1987, cut his real estate teeth in Norwalk and joined Sotheby’s International in 1989. “It was a little bit of a learning curve, but I did it quickly. I just found myself trying to seek out the properties that were really special. Greenwich has a tremendous variety of real estate from the simplest condo to the most elaborate back-country or waterfront estate. It’s like a jewelry store.” And in that store, the buyers have become choosier. They are looking primarily for ready-to-move-in homes and are less interested in construction and renovations. And they are more cost-conscious. “Years ago people used to talk about location, location, location, and that’s still kind of true, but it has become now price, price, price,” he says. “Value is what moves properties. It is asking prices.” Though the Great Recession is fading, the Greenwich housing market is still in recovery mode, Barbieri says. Even prior to the recession, in 2006 and ’07, housing prices were down by nearly 10 percent – dropping “almost overnight” another 10 percent once the housing crash hit, he adds. “We have not recovered. Statistically, most of the
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appraisers say the prices in Greenwich are essentially where they were in 2003 and 2004 before the highs. We might have recovered 5 percent of the 20 percent that we dropped.” While prices have stayed flat with little to no appreciation, buyers are returning to the market, he says, particularly international buyers from Europe who became somewhat of an endangered species during the immediate post-recession years. And the perfect waterfront retreat is still in high demand, with buyers sometimes waiting years.
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There’s something magical about being “Up On The Roof,” as the song says. Think of Bernardo and Anita weighing the relative merits of “America” in the movie “West Side Story” or Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane and Michael discovering “a doorway to a place of enchantment” on the roof of the Banks home, 17 Cherry Tree Lane, in “Mary Poppins.” When the roof is studded with plants, rocks, seating, statuary and lighting — well, the scene is set for even more delights. (Or frights. Recently, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in Manhattan opened Cornelia Parker’s “Transitional Object (PsychoBarn)” in its Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden. This commission — through Oct. 31, weather permitting — is a touch of American Gothic, combining the wholesomeness of the red barn with the sinister solitude of the Victorian mansions in Edward Hopper’s paintings and the Bates home in Alfred Hitchock’s “Psycho,” which was also inspired by Hopper and the houses of his Nyack childhood.) The new “Living Roofs” (teNeues Publishing Group, 224 pages, 210 color photographs, 44 illustrations, $55) offers thrills but no chills as Finnish-based freelance landscape designer Ashley Penn — a chartered member of the Landscape Institute in the United Kingdom, where he worked for many years as a landscape architect — explores 35 private urban gardens from New York to Lon-
don to Munich to Singapore to Sydney. Call it The High Line effect. As Penn writes in his introduction, “A Roof With A View,” “…with the advent of projects like The High Line in New York City demonstrating that it is possible to turn once neglected areas in cities into popular green oases by growing plants high above the ground, architects, landscape architects, garden designers and even enthusiastic gardeners are creating bold roof gardens.” This book is designed to help them do just that. Each entry contains not only plenty of photographs but an overhead diagram, the year the garden was built, the name of the landscape architect or firm, the square footage, the climate zone and temperatures of the locale — and, this is most interesting — the names of the plants. For instance, a charming roof terrace in Holland Park, London, which overlooks a street of elegant, cream-colored townhouses, is filled with creeping thyme, fleabane daisy, gaura, German pink, Korean feather reed grass, Macedonian scabious and Mexican feather grass —
© “Living Roofs,” published by teNeues. Tribeca Penthouse Garden, New York City, HMWhite. © Nikolas Koenig Photography.
all of which complement a modern gray wood and stone space accented with purple pillows and small votives. (This garden was photographed by Clive Nichols, whose work in another teNeues book, “Paradise Found,” appears on page 32.) But even if you don’t know fleabane from feather grass, “Living Roofs” will allow you to be one with William Wordsworth and “glory in the flower.” For more, visit teneues.com.
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ROSY FUTURE FARM CULTIVATES JOB SKILLS BY DANIELLE RENDA
The Pinchbeck Rose Farm is rooted in Connecticut agriculture. The 118-acre property in Guilford first opened in 1929 and is now in its fourth generation of ownership. The rose farm itself, which is on 38 acres, has so far produced more than 200 million blooms during almost 90 years of operation. But after briefly closing in 2008 due to foreign competition, owner Tom Pinchbeck shifted gears from business to philanthropy. The following year, he partnered with Ability Beyond, a Bethel-based nonprofit serving nearly 3,000 people with disabilities in New York and Connecticut, and reopened The Pinchbeck Rose Farm as Roses for Autism. The initiative strives to alleviate the 88-percent unemployment rate for people with autism by offering jobs and services to prepare them for future employment. Simultaneously, the organization preserves the farm’s rose-growing tradition while using the flower sales to help fund the services. “I like to say that Roses for Autism is everybody’s first job,” says Michelle Ouimette, managing director. 52
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“When you come here, it’s everything you learn at your first job, like how to work as a team, how to be responsible for something and how to take pride in your work.” Roses for Autism teaches social skills that aren’t always communicated in a classroom, such as dealing with work-related conflicts, critiques and surprises. “If you’re at a workplace and it’s somebody’s birthday and a cake shows up, somebody with autism who has never experienced that may not know what it means or how to handle it,” she says. “Or, if there is a work function, someone with autism may become anxious and not know how to handle it.” The program also helps employees explore the option of higher education. “We help them identify what their interests and their strengths are,” she says. “We want to make sure people are successful and that they learn here.” Like the career training, the rose-growing part of Roses for Autism is a year-round operation. Annually, the farm grows 16 varieties of roses in its greenhouses, along with three varieties of lilies and ger-
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bera daisies. In its outdoor cutting garden, it features snapdragons, irises and other blooms. The farm has also created a scent, Ardent Rose eau de parfum, a fusion of sandalwood, musk and white amber that’s available in a 1.7-ounce bottle. Usually retailing for $60, the perfume is available for $39.99 through Mother’s Day. “You can choose to buy flowers anywhere,” Ouimette says. “You can choose a lot of places to buy perfume. But if you choose to buy from an organization like ours, you choose to preserve the commercial tradition of agricultural growing and giving youth the opportunity to succeed." The farm is open six days a week, ,and customers can purchase flowers or gifts for next-day shipping anywhere in the country. Roses for Autism at The Pinchbeck Rose Farm is at 929 Boston Post Road in Guilford. For more, visit rosesforautism.com or call 203-453-2186.
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Zip necklaces. Ballerina clips. Dazzlingly compact minaudières. Watches whose hands evoke the filigree flitting of fairies. And jeweled chrysanthemums and dragonflies whose velvety textures are created by inserting specially cut gems into gold rails. The Maison of Van Cleef & Arpels is known not only for the elegance and excellence of its designs but for its innovation as well. It was Van Cleef & Arpels that created the minaudière in 1933. This small metal evening case — whose nonetheless multiple compartments could contain a mirror, lipstick, compact, cigarette holder, lighter, pill box, sweet tin, handkerchief, dance card, opera glasses and a retractable watch — was inspired by Florence Jay Gould, wife of utilities and hotel magnate Frank Jay Gould, who would toss the contents of her purse into a metal tin when she went out at night. Now Van Cleef & Arpels’ innovative beauty is being given pride of place in a new boutique at Neiman Marcus Westchester in White Plains. The sleek, soft-gray 1,000-square-foot space sits alongside the new Precious Jewels Salon — also approximately the same size — replacing the Gift Galleries and continuing the renovations on Level One of the store. The Precious Jewels Salon is no stranger to WAG.
In the very first issue of WAG 2.0 — February 2011’s “Royal Treatment” edition — we featured the neoclassical, numismatic intaglios, cameos and enamels of Elizabeth Locke. At the Precious Jewels Salon, they continue to beckon the discerning eye, as do the saturated colors of Robert Erich’s jewelry, the gem-studded designs of Paul Morelli and Franck Muller’s tony collections of watches for men and women, to name just a few of the offerings. These complement the organic creations of Van Cleef & Arpels, which has been drawing inspiration from nature and the ballet since it was founded in 1906 on fashionable Place Vendôme by Alfred Van Cleef and his wife — the former Estelle Arpels, daughter of a dealer in precious stones — along with her brother Charles. (Brothers Julien and Louis would follow.) Over the years, the Maison, as it calls itself, would find enchantment in couture, myths, folktales and especially dance. It was Louis Arpels who collaborated with New York City Ballet co-founder George Balanchine on the
1967 work “Jewels,” in which each of the three acts plumbs a different gem, mood and place in the choreographer’s heart — “Emeralds,” a bouquet to romantic Paris, set to Fauré; “Rubies,” a tribute to nerve-tingling New York, set to Stravinsky; and “Diamonds,” an ode to imperial Russia, set to Tchaikovsky. (The pas de deux between ballet and Van Cleef & Arpels continues as the company teams with Benjamin Millepied, a former City Ballet principal, and his L.A. Dance Project.) But it is perhaps nature that has had the first and foremost claim on the Maison. Alfred Van Cleef was the son of a lapidary and diamond broker. “Butterflies are true emblems of Van Cleef & Arpels,” the company’s press materials proclaim. This spring the Maison has unveiled new pieces in its “Two Butterfly” collection — a pendant, earrings and Between the Finger Ring made of diamonds, white mother-of-pearl and 18-karat rose gold. (The Between the Finger Ring is another Van Cleef & Arpels innovation — described as “two motifs linked by an open band, engaged in elegant dialogue”.) In the boutique’s intimate, relaxing Library and VIP Room, you can pore over these and other creations — on the page and on your flesh. For more, visit neimanmarcus.com.
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projections. Recently, growth has slowed. But Chinese planners are now aiming at a growth of 6.5 percent annually over the next five years, which would provide a significant spur. The realization of what Xi calls the “Chinese dream” would have the Chinese economy becoming the largest in the world and possibly the Chinese yuan replacing the American dollar as the top reserve currency. As a journalist, I observed the roots of that dream in November 1946 when I visited Yenan, which was then the blockaded headquarters of Mao Zedong in his civil war with Chiang Kai-shek. I interviewed Liu Shaoqi, second only to Mao as the Communist Party’s leading theoretician. He told me that China must pass through a period of New Democracy, embracing all sectors of society to build a foundation for the eventual attainment of Socialism and Communism. The enduring policy was to be the Leninist principle that there can be no questioning of the absolute rule of the Communist Party. After Mao’s victory in the civil war, he imposed draconian rules to accelerate Chinese economic development. Peasants were herded into communes. Virtually the entire population was dragooned into crash forms of industrial production under his policy of the “Great Leap Forward.” The ensuing disruption brought on famines in which millions perished. Mao consequently was ousted as chairman of the ruling Central Committee. This led to the socalled Cultural Revolution, a violent ideological power play by Mao’s wife, Jiang Qing, aimed at restoring the Maoist faction to power. The economy did not recover from the disruption until after the death of Mao and the succession of Deng Xiaoping as “paramount leader” in 1978. Under Deng, a pragmatist, the Chinese economy was revitalized. While most of industry remained state-controlled, thousands of small-scale businesses and consumer free markets came into being. By the ’80s, the makings of a prosperous society were put into place. In the next decades, more than 600 million people were lifted out of poverty. According to official figures, some 55 million today remain classified as impoverished. Income inequalities are generally common, especially between farmers and urbanites. The problems of demographic imbalances in the aging society, severe pollution and shortages of water are immense. In describing Xi Jinping’s “Chinese dream,” Xinhua stated: “For China with nearly
Will Reaganomics blossom in China? BY SEYMOUR TOPPING
Reading the news out of Beijing nowadays, you may very well be puzzled as to what philosophy is guiding the Chinese economy. Is it Marxism-Leninism? Communism? Socialism? Or state capitalism, as most Western analysts hold? If you ask a senior Chinese official for a definition, you will likely be told that it is “socialism with Chinese characteristics.” When you ask for a definition of those characteristics, the answers are inevitably vague. At this historic moment, there seems to be a new, rather astonishing characteristic. When the annual session of the National People’s Congress met in March to frame a new five- year economic plan, the pro forma legislature was told that President Xi Jinping, the Party leader, intended to reshape the industrial economy with an emphasis on supply-side economics. In effect, he was adopting the controversial philosophy of President Ronald Reagan, which differed from the generally accepted Keynesian theory of fiscal and monetary stimuli and became known as “Reaganomics.” Reporting on Xi’s projected reform, Xinhua, the official Chinese news agency, said: “Economists say supply-side reform is an important part of what they call ‘Xiconomics,’ which they believe will shape China’s economic policies in 2016 and beyond.” If Xi goes forward with this reform, there would presumably be an industrial restructuring with a shutdown of weak enterprises, including many that are state-owned. There would be a greater emphasis on individual innovation and the production of high-end goods and services. Taxes would be cut to spur demand. Also, Xi intends to press on with his wide purge of corrupt officials. Unquestionably, there has been pervasive corruption in the Chinese economy, damaging many state-owned companies. But Xi has also used his anti-corruption sweep to weed out political opponents. The world will be watching Xi’s experiment with supply-side economics — which had mixed results in the United States — with some anxiety. The evolution and condition of the Chinese economy, second in size only to that of the United States, strongly affects the global economy, given that it comprises a market of nearly 1.4 billion people. Stock markets around the world are sensitive to its growth 56
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1.4 billion people, the transition to a balanced and sustainable economy is painful and challenging.” Apparently, Xi now believes that reconstruction and the benefits of supply-side economics — with its emphasis on incentives for investors and driven demand for goods and services — will, in Reagan’s famous phrase, “trickle down” and stimulate the growth of the entire economy. Time will tell.
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MARIN MAZZIE IS CAPTIVATED BY HER HUSBAND, HER MUSIC — AND HER LIFE BY LAURA CACACE PHOTOGRAPHS BY JOHN RIZZO
During a master class at Scarsdale Public Library on the first day of spring, three-time Tony Award nominee Marin Mazzie smiles warmly at students from the neighboring Hoff-Barthelson Music School. “It’s your time up there. Use it how you want to,” she says before taking her seat for the first of six student performances.
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It’s an opportunity that’s both irresistible and terrifying, but the young women — all between the ages of 15 and 18 — rise to the occasion. Mazzie — critically acclaimed for her roles in the original productions of “Passion” and “Ragtime” and the revivals of “Kiss Me, Kate,” “Kismet” and “Camelot” — is gentle but firm with her critiques, sharing her knowledge and experience with great enthusiasm. She’s loved musical theater since she was a child in Rockford, Ill. It’s a love that she shares with another Broadway headliner, Jason Danieley (“The Full Monty,” “Curtains”), who also happens to be her husband. Mazzie and Danieley starred opposite each other in
“We chose songs to fit our love story. And what’s kind of really great about the show is you’re going to hear songs… that are real standards that you kind of know, but when you hear them in the context of us talking about, or us sort of dialoguing about how we met, or past loves before we got together, you hear these lyrics in a different way and I think that’s one of the things that we love doing. We’re very much about the lyrics…. If you’re not connected to that and don’t get that (emotion) across, then sort of, what’s the point? That’s my view of it.” Mazzie knows exactly how to express a feeling to an audience and that’s due partly to her ability to pull from real-life experiences. In May of 2015, she was diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer and battled it for the rest of the year before going into remission in January. In-between several surgeries and rounds of chemotherapy, Mazzie continued to perform. “I never thought of stopping, even with it. I felt very positive that I was going to recover. I also have to give huge credit to my doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering for their support and their positivity. My amazing surgeon said to me, you know, in like one of our early, early times together, ‘You’re going to be singing for many years.’” That optimism buoyed Mazzie and her family. “So much of it is your mental attitude. I really truly believe that. I really truly believe that the mind/body connection is great, not that you can will it away, because obviously I needed the help of doctors and medication. I’m not saying I didn’t have my dark moments, ’cause, of course, you have to, but for the most part it was just a forward-going motion….” During the Q&A after the students’ performances, Mazzie laughs at the irony of the situation: She had a performance that evening, right after she’d gotten the news and had to sing “Life is what you do while you’re waiting to die,” as part of the show “Zorba!” But she didn’t let that thought get to her. Amid the challenge, life handed her a new and exciting opportunity. “Literally at the exact same time, they asked me to do ‘The King and I..” Mazzie takes over the role of Anna from Kelli O’Hara at Lincoln Center on May 3 — proof that no matter what the circumstances, the show must, and will, go on. Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley perform “He Said/She Said” at 8:30 p.m. May 14 in the Music Room of Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah, Girdle Ridge Road. Tickets are $225, $150 and $75. For more, call 914-232-1492 or visit caramoor.org.
WE’RE VERY MUCH ABOUT THE LYRICS…. IF YOU’RE NOT CONNECTED TO THAT AND DON’T GET THAT [EMOTION] ACROSS, THEN SORT OF, WHAT’S THE POINT? THAT’S MY VIEW OF IT. — Marin Mazzie “Next to Normal” and have performed concerts together all over the country. The couple will appear at Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah for the first time May 14 in their show “He Said/She Said” as part of Cabaret in the (newly renovated) Music Room. (See story on Page 62.) “It’s so funny because there are obviously a lot of couples in the business, and we know a lot of them, and some people say to us, ‘I love working with my husband, wife or partner,’ and other people are like, ‘I don’t like it at all.’ So we’re definitely in the ‘I love to work with each other’ [category]… “I think the first concert that we did when we were together was with either the San Francisco Symphony or the Boston Pops. It was a symphonic concert that we were hired to do, and we started to think, ‘We should do this more.’” And that was exactly what they did. “There was a songbook series, the American Songbook series started in New York. Ira Weitzman asked us to put a show together for the concert series — this was like 2004 or something — and we had talked about doing that. But we’d each been doing shows, separate shows and, you know, we were busy. But we committed to doing it, so we had to put the show together. And that was also our first album, ‘Opposite You.’” It was a dream realized for the couple. After that initial concert, they only wanted to do more. Perhaps more important, audiences wanted them to do more, too. “And now we’ve sung with orchestras all over the world.” For “He Said/She Said” at Caramoor, they’ve again created a show featuring American classics.
Musical chairs AT CARAMOOR BY LAURA CACACE Photographs by Gabe Palacio. Courtesy Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts.
In 1946, Walter and Lucie Rosen opened their country home in Katonah to the public for a concert that proved to be the first of many. This month, 70 years later, husband-and-wife Broadway stars Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley will perform their show “He Said/She Said” in the Rosens’ former home, now the Rosen House, at the heart of Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts. Caramoor CEO Jeffrey Haydon charts its journey from country home to a garden of music:
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“Originally, the Rosen House was built as a farmhouse. It was very popular back in the ’20s and ‘30s for the wealthy in New York to have country homes that were working farms. They would actually put milk, fruits, vegetables and flowers on the train and send them down into the city for their apartments. So Caramoor started off with that in mind.” But Walter, a financier, and Lucie — who played the theremin, a haunting early electronic instru-
ment — had more in mind for their country place, a Mediterranean-style dwelling whose eclectic interiors would showcase different periods of art history. “They had an idea to build a big house on another part of the property,” Haydon adds, “and when the Depression hit, they decided it would be a little too ostentatious to proceed with plans to build this huge palazzo. Then Walter Rosen had a vision for converting the farmhouse into the regular house. That’s quite a bit of vision. Here’s a courtyard with animal stalls, and these same animal stalls now have these gorgeous rooms that were imported from Europe. That was really the first transformation.” This year, Caramoor began the year-long process of renovating the Music Room in the Rosen House, giving it 200 new chairs just before the first show of the spring season on March 13. What’s more, the chairs were set up in a semi-circle, making the experience more inclusive for
both the audience and the performers. “We had a great audience there,” Haydon contines. “And everyone was excited, because they experienced the space in a completely different way. It (was) a very intimate vocal performance with acting and a little bit of costumes, so you just felt like you were right there in the moment, in the scene… There was no kind of traditional fourth wall separating you from the stage… So it just had a very direct impact on the artists (the center’s Vocal Rising Stars) and the audience that was there.” The renovation also provides the opportunity for the Music Room to continue to host traditional staging as well. “There are different times where different configurations are more appropriate,” Haydon says. Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley’s performance in May will feature the more usual rows of seats. “We had thought about doing it cabaret-style, but the demand was so great, we went
with the traditional seating style.” The addition of seating risers will provide those sitting at the back with a better vantage point from which to see the show. Not to mention the fact that it allows for a larger audience to attend. Caramoor is also moving forward with a bathroom expansion. “It has been a long time coming, and we’re very excited about doing that, because we think that the entire Rosen House will be much more functional and welcoming.” That’s key. “It makes the space more accessible. It wasn’t the easiest space for people to navigate in wheelchairs…. So we need some good accommodations for people to be able to access the restrooms and seating area.” Ultimately, Caramoor wants to bring more people into its world — a world in which the arts and the beauty of nature, and the love the Rosens shared for both, are carefully preserved. For more, visit caramoor.org.
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From left, Bedford 2020 co-founder Ellen Conrad, executive director Midge Iorio, advisor Drew Patrick, board member Karen Sabath, co-founders Olivia Farr and Mary Beth Kass and task force member Nick Gutfreund. Photograph by Lauren Brois.
For Bedford 2020 — closing in on its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Bedford 20 percent by 2020 — this has been a year of awards and recognitions. Earlier this year, the nonprofit made the cover of Bedford Magazine as the recipient of one of its Green Awards. Then Bedford 2020 was singled out for its partnership with the group Sustainable Westchester in completing a first-of-its-kind energy contract that supplied 90,000 homes and small businesses in 20 communities with electricity at a fixed rate. This month, founders Ellen Conrad, Olivia Farr and Mary Beth Kass will be honored for their environmental leadership at the Katonah Museum of Art’s annual spring gala. “Ellen, Olivia, and Mary Beth are models of proactive engagement with our community,” said museum Executive Director Darsie Alexander. “It was leadership like theirs that gave birth to the Katonah Museum of Art, and the exciting generation of ideas and initiatives by Bedford 2020 is a vision shared by the museum. We are delighted to recognize their achievements at this festive award event.” For Kass, the reason for the recognition is simple: Bedford 2020 gets results. “It’s the progress,” she said. “We’ve spent the first couple years getting the structure in place and that has set up the incredible progress we have made.” The three women, who founded the organization in 2009, initially teamed to put together an 64
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environmental summit in the town. Kass was the chair of a committee created by the Bedford Town Board, while Conrad and Farr were leaders of the Bedford Garden Club. The environmental summit had close to 1,000 attendees. “There was this wide-scale community momentum for doing something,” Kass said. “So the three of us got together and said, ‘How do we harness what just happened here?’” Bedford 2020 was incorporated in 2010. The three founders spent most of that first year organizing task forces and recruiting community leaders. Farr said it was a tough sell at first. “There was this feeling you couldn’t even talk about climate change,” she said. “It took us a while to even say the word.” But eventually they found the right pitch. “We learned that we can make a cost argument — ‘Look if you do this energy efficiency work, you are saving money,’” Farr said. “Everyone can respond to that.” The group also tried to appeal to people’s basic civic ideals. They’d often ask community leaders a “magic wand question.” “‘If you could wave a magic wand, what would you want to see happen in Bedford?’” Kass said. The answers varied, and so did Bedford 2020’s programs and ambitions. The group worked toward energy efficiency with Sustainable Westchester and individual homeowners. Bedford 2020 teamed with the town of Bedford to implement single stream recycling, simplifying the process. The group planted more that 350 new trees and launched a website that explains how to buy or
grow local food. To spur fuel efficiency in transportation, the organization hosted a car show in 2013 and sparked the town to install nine new electric charging stations. With 90 volunteers and two full-time employees working on nine task forces, Bedford 2020 attacked greenhouse gas emissions from every angle, meeting goals faster than the group imagined. Shortly after founding the group, Kass painstakingly gathered all the information available to measure greenhouse gas emissions in the town and had the data analyzed by a third party. In the fall of 2014, she did this again and compared the results. Just four years into a 10-year plan, Bedford 2020 has an 80-percent progress rate. “It was a really good feeling,” Kass said. “But it also made us feel that we may need to start setting some higher goals.” Bedford 2020 does see a future for itself beyond its current goal. It has consulted with other community action groups and created a ‘summit in a box’ starter kit for people looking to hold an environmental summit in their communities. The group plans to be a fixture well beyond 2020. “We think there will always be a role for an organization like ours in the community and for our model,” Farr said. Though, Kass added with a laugh, “We may just have to change our name.” Bedford 2020 will be honored at the Katonah Museum of Art’s “Forces of Nature” gala May. 7. For event tickets and table sponsorship, contact Daria Culver at 914-767-2968, or specialevents@katonahmuseum.org. And for more, visit bedford2020.org.
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TIMELESS ELEGANCE | $4,000,000 Classical detailing defines this recently renovated 7743-square-foot home at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a private association. Exemplifying timeless elegance, the home features six bedrooms and five full baths, including a cheerful family room, a light-filled solarium, an elegant wine cellar and a convenient guest apartment above the attached garages. Over two westfacing acres with majestic perennial gardens and an enticing heated pool. WEB ID: 0067949 | Joseph Barbieri | 203.618.3112 GREENWICH BROKERAGE | 203.869.4343 One Pickwick Plaza | Greenwich, CT 06830
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Grey Arches.
Grey Arches and Tanglewylde Cottage Few men of influence have stamped a community more than the way real estate and pharmaceutical titan William Van Duzer Lawrence did Bronxville: • Houlihan Lawrence, the real estate market leader in New York City’s northern suburbs for some 125 years; • Lawrence Hospital — home to a new cardiac cath lab, the joint replacement center and the only bloodless medicine and surgery program in Westchester County. • Lawrence Park — a culturally and architecturally significant community that was added to the National Register of Historic places; None of these would exist without Lawrence (1842-1927) — the source of the two beautifully
landscaped properties WAG is featuring this month. Perhaps his greatest achievement was Sarah Lawrence College — founded in 1926 as a junior college for women in honor of his wife, the former Sarah Bates. Today it remains a leading liberal arts college, acclaimed for its intimate, creative approach to education for those with questing minds (including the author of this article). Much of the campus was once part of Lawrence’s estate, including the stately brick, gabled house Westlands, which serves as the administration building. But more than 35 years before the college, Lawrence carved 20-acre Lawrence Park out of his 86-acre Prescott Farm, which in
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turn had once been part of a larger tract of land belonging successively to the Mohicans, Thomas Pell and 10 Fairfield County families. Lawrence then commissioned architect William A. Bates (no relation to Mrs. Lawrence) to design several houses on spec. Among the first was the house Lawrence built for himself, Grey Arches (1889), which epitomizes Bates’ early shingle style and dramatic use of topography. Constructed from boulders high on Sunset Avenue, the house, which lists for $3.5 million gets its name from its porte-cochere and verandah, a stone arcade overlooking the village that captures stunning western views and sunsets. The 5,500-square-foot interior features a broad center foyer, a distinctive stairway, large comfortable rooms, four fireplaces, dozens of light-filled windows, a cozy den, a large eat-in kitchen with a butler’s pantry, seven bedrooms, sitting rooms, four
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baths and a powder room. The three-room apartment above the two-car garage is a nice bonus. The interior is matched by the exterior. Renée Byers’ design brings expanded outdoor living space to the hillside setting with stone walls and terraces, meandering downhill paths and delightful gardens. As Kate Douglas Wiggin — author of “Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm” and a onetime owner — described it, Grey Arches is “a beautiful house.” In 1901, Lawrence built Tanglewylde Cottage on Tanglewylde Avenue as a wedding gift for daughter Anna. Ten years later, Homes and Gardens magazine called it “one of the loveliest suburban homes in America” — a description that is only enhanced by today’s amenities. A front porch provides a gracious entrance to the 4,500-square-foot interior featuring four fireplaces, high ceilings, a multitude of windows
and a comfortable flow. The principal rooms include a large, comfortable library and a cook’s kitchen with an adjoining family room that opens onto a spacious decked terrace overlooking a stunning pool. A pretty powder room, a mudroom and a back stairway complete the first floor. Upstairs there is a spacious master bedroom with a serene en-suite bath plus three more bedrooms and two baths. The lower level offers a finished playroom, a wine closet, a full bath and lots of storage. In addition, a multifunctioning garden room/bedroom opens onto the lower terrace and the pool. The oversized garage surprises with a mechanic’s work station, hydraulic lift and room for six cars, creating a car collector’s dream. A renovated guest apartment with a private balconied entrance overlooking the pool and lushly landscaped surroundings offers an added bonus. Steps away from the main house is the original carriage house, now a two-car garage with a studio for guests or home office use. Artfully composed, Tanglewylde Cottage ($4.75 million) offers an idyllic retreat minutes away from the Bronxville schools and Sarah Lawrence and Concordia colleges as well as the Metro-North Railroad station. Like Grey Arches, it’s only a half-hour from Manhattan — a moment away from history. For both properties, contact Rita Steinkamp at 914-337-0400, ext. 225, 914-337-5245 or at Rsteinkamp@houlihanlawrence.com.
EXCEPTIONAL MID-COUNTRY ESTATE | $12,750,000 Masterfully renovated private compound on 5+ stunning garden acres. completely & masterfully renovated to the highest standards. WEB ID: 0067611 | Bradley Hvolbeck | 203.618.3110 | MJ Bates Hvolbeck
PRIVATE LAND IN BACKCOUNTRY | $4,995,000 Two 4-acre lots in tranquil backcountry setting, ideal to build brand new home in exclusive Greenwich. WEB ID: 0067929 | Joseph Barbieri | 203.618.3112
KNIGHTSBRIDGE | $3,750,000 An immaculately maintained & manageable estate close to town. Park-like grounds, an oversized pool and matching pool house spread over two lush acres. WEB ID: 0067979 | Bill Andruss | 203.912.8990 | Joseph Barbieri
IN-TOWN LIVING AT IT’S BEST | $2,850,000 Enjoy life in a gracious three bedroom Colonial located in a coveted condominium association complete with clubhouse and pool. WEB ID: 0067688 | Carol Clarke | 203.618.3174
PRISTINE, RENOVATED AND EXPANDED | $2,395,000 Set in a sought-after area of Riverside on a pretty .23 acre lot this 4-bedroom, 5- full bath home is located minutes to Riverside’s train station and area schools. WEB ID: 0067829 | Edward Mortimer | 203.496.4571
SUMMIT ROAD | $1,699,000 Traditional layout with a modern flair, convenient to schools & railroad, this private property has been meticulously cared for by the current owners. Low taxes. WEB ID: 0067775 | Joanne Gorka | 203.981.4882
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Interior designer Renae Cohen.
It’s my pleasure and passion to design homes that reflect the lifestyles and personalities of the owners. When I first met dermatologist Whitney Bowe and spinal surgeon Joshua Auerbach — a high-powered couple with busy schedules and an active young daughter — it was clear that they could benefit from my services, particularly in decluttering areas such as the entryway of their Chappaqua home. (Remember that an entryway is like your appearance: It sets the tone for a first impression.) Whitney and Josh’s only real wish-list items were to create a charming room for their 4-year-old daughter and incorporate a stunning chandelier in the center of their living room. So when we started this home-improvement project, my goal was to declutter and create an open, graceful living environment. My first assessment was that the living space conveyed a closed-in feeling due to an enormous staircase, an array of half-walls blocking the flow of walkways, interior arched windows reducing the natural light and an oversize fireplace that dwarfed the builtin bookshelves and doorways. Whitney and Josh also had overstuffed furniture filling the rooms and a large hearth jutting out of the fireplace into the living room that took up even more of their valuable living space. All the existing décor — stucco walls, oak railings and terra-cotta tile floors — appeared to be a mixture of 1980s décor and a Southwestern feel. Their daughter’s existing bedroom consisted of two separate, uninviting rooms and a bathroom filled with dated fixtures. To create a more open and spacious feel, my team and I first removed the half-walls in the entryway and added sleek columns to help divide the spaces and reveal the natural light peeking through the side lights surrounding the front door. We then removed the large terra-cotta tiles and replaced them with hardwood flooring throughout to enhance the flow from one room to another. We took adjoining walls around the staircase
Before…and after. Photographs by Paul Johnson. Courtesy Renae Cohen Interiors.
down and enhanced new streamlined railings with a dark wood stain to match the newly stained ebony and Jacobean floors throughout the entry, living room and dining room. The old skylights in the living room were removed and replaced with an elegant hand-blown Murano glass chandelier in the center of the room. The abundance of stone and the large hearth were removed from the fireplace area and replaced with a classic mantel, which helped streamline the room and create a sense of formality. We installed new high-hat lighting throughout the space to create a more subdued ambience and applied classic crown molding as a finishing touch to add a sense of richness and tradition to the home. We all conclud-
ed that a neutral palette would allow for a more transitional and sustainable design. The little girl’s rooms were adjoined by two beautiful French doors to create an irresistible playroom that was separate from the bedroom. The pink and lilac color palette complements the private bathroom that was completely gutted and refurnished. Whitney and Josh were so appreciative of the transformation, which they could’ve never managed themselves. The redesign of the house has had a huge effect on the way they live every day. Renae Cohen Interiors is based in a new loft work space in Irvington. For more, call 914-2316882 or visit renaecohen.com. WAGMAG.COM
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Meredith Frederick — whose work graces R & M Woodrow Jewelers in Rye — wasn’t always a jewelry designer, but fate would have it so.
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“It just kind of happened organically,” she says. Frederick, the founder of the eponymous brand based in Brooklyn, began her career as an executive pastry chef in New York City. But nearly 17 years ago, the Long Island native sought a new creative outlet and found herself designing jewelry. Her collection was first inspired by a set of unusual plastic Macedonian bracelets that she saw while traveling in Europe. After purchasing one herself, she immediately wished to recreate the look. “I looked at them and they just really spoke to me,” she says. “I became obsessed with them.” The Macedonian bracelets were crafted using an ancient European beading technique that became popular during the Victorian era, Frederick says. The craftsmanship of the jewelry left hollow spaces among the beadwork, allowing the wearer to keep small knickknacks inside. “I liked the whole history,” she says. Though Frederick’s jewelry isn’t made for hiding novelties, her work features tiny, tightly woven beads made from internationally sourced materials like 14- and 18-karat gold,
silver and precious and semiprecious stones in an array of fashionable colors and styles. “Everything inspires me,” she says. All of the jewelry is handmade by the designer herself or by families living near her Brooklyn studio. Frederick enjoys producing the brand locally in an effort to help out her community. Since each piece is handcrafted, no two items are identical, and each customer receives a one-of-a-kind accessory. “There are a lot of people that have their hands on helping us make the product and we feel that the product has a lot of personal energy in it,” she says. “We hope that when people buy it, they feel that sense of well-being when they wear one of our pieces.” Frederick launches two collections annually — spring/summer and fall/winter. Each collection features approximately 60 new pieces, including bracelets, earrings and necklaces, though she also does custom work upon request. For this season, the collection includes combinations of pink and orange, motifs in turquoise and coral and basics like pyrite and silver. There will also be a new wrap-style bracelet that goes around the wrist four times and closes with a small clasp. But with the new color schemes featured in each collection, black remains a staple for Frederick’s local clients. “We’re New Yorkers,” she says with a laugh. “New Yorkers love black. I can never do enough combinations in black. Anything that has black, people snap up.” For more, visit woodrowjewelers. com or meredithfrederick.com.
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Botanicals are spreading through fashion like wildflowers. Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, Ted Baker and other designers have gracefully incorporated imagery from botanical books and prints — which presents graceful drawings of plants on a plain white background — into their collections. The delicate flora have spurred an ultra-feminine look in styles ranging from 1950s vintage to bohemian. But certainly, where there’s clothing, there must be accessories. And that’s where the New York Botanical Garden and Erwin Pearl are leaving their mark. This past November, the two teamed to launch the exclusive New York Botanical Garden Collection, an assortment of jewelry and accessories inspired by the 125-year-old museum’s diverse horticulture and architecture. The collection features six lines, with each representing a different season, exhibit or characteristic of the garden. The Orchid Evening Collection, for example, celebrates the popular orchid show, with orchids hand-painted in deep blues and purples, while the Garden Collection celebrates the brightly colored roses, daises, sunflowers, apple blossoms and insects that call the garden home. Additional collections include the Jeweled Foliage Collection, the Botanica Mexicana Collection and the Winter in the Garden Collection. But particularly striking is the Rudiments Collection, a 12-piece line inspired by Gaetano Testolini’s 1818 botanical manual, “Rudiments of Drawing, Shadowing and Coloring Flowers in Watercolors.” The manual, which is housed in NYBG’s LuEsther T. Mertz Library, is considered to be one of the most impressive early 19th-century drawing books in the world. Each item in the collection references a bouquet illustration in the 200-year-old book. Shown here is the NYBG Rudiments Tote Bag, printed Safiano PVC trimmed in nappa leather. Not only does the bag have plenty of room to store necessities, it’s a way to admire artwork on the go. In addition to the tote bag — a WAG favorite — the Rudiments Collection includes earrings and bangles in various styles and a teardrop and tassel necklace, all of which are hand-painted French enamel on 22-karat gold over plated brass. The additional accessories include a 25 by 70-inch cashmere and modal blend scarf, a pair of floral sunglasses with a handmade acetate frame and a leather clutch bag to complement the tote. The collection ranges in price from $145 to $395, and a percentage of the proceeds from each purchase go to the garden’s education and research programs. For more, visit erwinpearl.com or nybgshop.org.
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For Kobi Halperin, design is in the details. His canvas begins with a monochromatic palette, but his final portrait tells a story of dedicated craftsmanship and cultural richness. “It’s about making the woman feel feminine and celebrating wearing clothes,” he says. “It’s not just about covering herself.” The designer of the eponymous brand recently showcased his Spring 2016 collection at Bloomingdale’s in White Plains. The collection features tassels, collar and sleeve embroidery, belted waists and bead and threadwork in lightweight materials, such as satin, silk and linen. He offsets his neutral color palette with shades of red-orange, navy and indigo and counteracts the solid colors with cheetah, Ikat and tribal prints. But much of the collection still embraces classic black and white. “Neutrals are the best,” he says with a smile. Each piece was made with versatility and comfort at the forefront. The silk blouses, such as the Dakota Embroidered Silk Blouse ($398), include a built-in shell to provide coverage, and the belted styles, such as the Josie Abstract Print Silk Dress ($498), can be adjusted as desired, “for before and after lunch,” Halperin jokes. “The whole idea is that you can wear it this year and you can wear it next year, and it’ll always be a good investment,” he says. Halperin recently joined the fashion market, but he isn’t new to the fashion world. Having worked as the creative director for Elie Tahari and Kenneth Cole Productions for a number of years, he chose to launch his own line in January 2015. “We’re 1 year old and we’ve been in stores for seven months,” he says. Halperin draws inspiration from various cultures, including his own. The designer, now based in New York, was born and raised in Israel and has strong Eastern European roots. Bohemian-Hungarian undertones, such as cloth drapery and fringe detail, are commonly featured in his clothing. But this season, Halperin turns to Southeast Asia for inspiration. From left: Katerina Lace Silk Blouse in black, $378; Dakota Embroidered Silk Blouse in ivory, $398; and Florence Beaded Neck Stretch Silk Top in black, $348. Photographs courtesy of Bloomingdale’s.
Kobi Halperin. Photograph by Bob Rozycki.
“Every collection is designed by my traveling and my journeys,” he says. After visiting the Philippines, he was intrigued by the country’s unique textiles, which include Ikat prints, tassels and beading that is woven into clothing to mimic the appearance of jewelry. He incorporates each of these elements into pieces from his collection, such as the Adeline Long-Sleeve Printed Blouse ($348) and the Florence Silk Beaded Halter Blouse ($348). Audience favorites at the Bloomingdale’s showing included the Maribel 3/4-Sleeve Embroidered Coat, a straight-line linen jacket featuring three-quarter sleeves and a belted waist in a tribal print ($698). “There is so much richness in the culture,” he says. “I brought back amazing pieces and started to recreate them.” Halperin was also inspired by Henri Regnault’s “Salomé” (1870), an oil on canvas in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. During a recent visit, he used the femme fatale’s bold appearance, along with her antique-by-way-of-Victorian-style dress and the animal print rug beneath her curling toes, to inspire his more urban pieces. But one of his favorite items in the collection is a simple pair of black trousers — the Alexandra Slim Ankle Pants ($198), which he dubs “the magic pants.” “They put everything in the right place, if you know what I mean,” he says with a smile. “It’s all about remembering there’s a body behind it and following the contour of the body.” For more, visit kobihalperin.com or bloomingdales.com.
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FLUTTERING BUTTERFLIES Kim Seybert, the home goods designer featured in a 2015 WAG profile, draws eternal inspiration from the world around her. Her latest napkin-ring designs pay tribute to that garden staple, the butterfly. The handpainted enamel pieces, complete with rhinestone accents on the wings, are available in a gift box of four. Choose pink/ orange, blue/green or brown/gold. ($120). For more, visit kimseybert.com. Photograph courtesy Kim Seybert.
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LOVELY LALIQUE Lalique’s 2016 Anemone Limited-Edition Perfume Bottle features the legendary company’s crystal interpreted in dozens of finely detailed flowers. The precious homage to the nymph Anemone, symbol of purity and innocence, took nine master craftsmen to create. And inside? The delicate flacon is filled with the Lalique de Lalique fragrance Anemone, said to evoke “a silken swirl of fruity rose, heady jasmine and spicy night-scented stock, a floral bouquet sparkling with fruity notes that subside into a graceful blend of vanilla, sandalwood and musk.” ($1,800). Available at the Lalique New York boutique. For more, visit lalique.com or call 212-355-6550. Photograph courtesy Lalique.
SERVING IT UP, WITH STYLE The intricate leaf pattern on the handle of this sterling-silver serving spoon adds a timeless appeal to a most practical item. Handcrafted in Italy by Osanna Visconti di Modrone using the technique of lostwax casting, the Foglia Silver Serving Spoon ($1,340) is destined for times when elegance is on the menu. For more, visit artemest.com. Photograph courtesy Artemest.
ONE LUCKY TABLE Portuguese designer Joana Santos Barbosa, founder of INSIDHERLAND, is clearly influenced by the natural world. Her vision has translated fallen leaves into accents for mirrors, while tree trunks and branches emerge as design elements when crafting a bookcase. Here, she has taken the humble clover – in its lucky four-leaf version – as inspiration for the “Four… For Luck” center table. In introducing the piece, the designer has noted that each leaf of a traditional clover is said to have a meaning – hope, faith or love. The finding of a four-leaf clover adds luck to the picture and can also be interpreted as representing the completion of the cycle of the seasons, the phases of the moon and the four elements of nature – water, air earth and fire. A rare find, it’s also said to be a symbol of prosperity. This table, which subtly introduces these themes into its surroundings, can be customized. Options include rosewood or walnut ($3,996) or ebony ($4,218). For more, visit insidherland.com. Photographs courtesy INSIDHERLAND.
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CHIC CHOICES BRIGHT BLOOMS Lighting doesn’t have to be boring. Just one glance at this work of art from Italy proves that is true. A delicate bouquet of blooms drips artfully from the Striulli Vetri d’Arte Iris Murano Glass Chandelier ($10,900). Delight in its eight lights, cascade of long leaves and multicolored irises, which combine to evoke the wildest of gardens. For more, visit artemest.com. Photograph courtesy Artemest.
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JERUSALEM: CITY OF GARDENS BY JEREMY WAYNE
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Known variously as the City of David, the Holy City or simply “the Golden,” Jerusalem has had many nicknames in its long history. Yet with its squares, recreation grounds, private and public parks and myriad green spaces, one obvious soubriquet seems to me to be lacking: Surely, it is the City of Gardens. There’s nowhere quite like Jerusalem. I have a visceral love of the place. Besieged, captured and attacked for more than 5,000 years, it is almost man the Magnificent in 1540 still (mostly) stands, incredibly being fought over still. flanking the recently created Beth Shalom Garden, And yet, when people ask me if the a quarter-mile stretch filled with antiquities dating city is “safe,” I reply, truthfully, that back 3,000 years. A footpath leads visitors through the park while an area reserved for future excavaI feel safer walking around Jerusation is planted with olive trees and native grasses. lem than I do crossing the main At points along the way, sycamore and ash trees concourse of Grand Central. provide welcome shade. Like all the great cities of antiquity, it is built on hills. And it is a city of flowers. Come in the spring, when wildflowers carpet the Mount of Olives, or in the fall when bellevalia, the dessert hyacinth, blooms on the Judean hills. Come for the winter-flowering white spurge, or to gawp at the summer lily known as the Bethlehem star. If you love gardens as I do, an intoxicating start to any tour of Jerusalem is in the Givat Ram district, opposite the Knesset and at the foot of the Israeli Supreme Court, where the Wohl Rose Garden is the only garden of its kind in the Middle East. Some 400 varieties of roses from all over the world vie for your attention here, from miniature, inchoate buds to the blousiest, most headily-scented blooms. A small garden I love off the tourist trail is the walled garden at the Austrian hospice near the Damascus Gate, one of the gateways to the Old City. You press the buzzer on the outer door and miraculously — we are in the city of miracles — it always opens, to reveal one of the most tranquil spots in this often frenetic town. At the garden café, a slice of real apple strudel with a soot-black Austrian coffee is the perfect pick-me-up before going on your way, with an amazing view of the Old City as a backdrop. Walls matter in Jerusalem. One built by Suley-
Gardens, Austrian Hospice.
I love the rolling lawns in the glorious five-acre gardens at Brigham Young University’s Jerusalem Center on the Mount of Olives, and I’m grateful for the two brass fountains when the steamy Jerusalem summer takes hold. Although you can’t bathe in them — of course you can’t — just the sound of the water helps to cool you down. Biblical herbs and flowers — rosemary, wild lemon, thyme, oregano, dwarf ivy and lavender — punctuate these gardens, while within the campus are courtyards with fig, palm and pomegranate trees. Free weekly classical concerts, many of them world-class, are a further attraction here. Just off Jericho Road, an alley that runs close to the Church of All Nations leads to what is believed to have been the site Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus was betrayed. This garden, or what remains of it, is now no more than a grove of ancient olive trees surrounded by a wrought iron fence and might strike some as slightly anticlimactic, although I find its simplicity (and relative lack of tourists) lends it a palpable sense of awe. Cut to West Jerusalem and the multilevel gardens and pergolas along the Sherover and Haas promenades, walking trails full of native plants and shaded places to sit. I strolled along here with a friend one Saturday afternoon (the Jewish Sabbath), when large numbers of Jerusalemites are out walking,
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and was struck by how quiet it was. Starting at Olei ha-Gardom Street, with wonderful views of East Jerusalem and the Old City walls, I watched the vistas change as we progressed along the half-mile walk. Now peering into the distance, all I could see was — well, nothing. “What are we looking at now?” I asked my pal. “The Judean desert,” he replied. Like art with your garden? Then look no further than the Billy Rose Art Garden, designed by the Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi on the grounds of The Israel Museum, where sculptures by Auguste Rodin, Antoine Bourdelle and Henry Moore, along with the works of other great 19thand 20th-century artists, abound. In the city’s Malha district, the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo is one of the country’s most visited tourist sites. Originally intended to gather animals, birds and reptiles mentioned in the Bible, its remit today includes breeding, protecting endangered species, and caring for sick animals before returning them to the wild. The two main levels of the zoo are connected by a motorized train and there’s a jungle-themed kids’ gym in the landscaped gardens. If you’re sightseeing with children, the zoo should be high up on your list of places to visit. You can’t talk about gardens in this neck of the woods without mentioning The Jerusalem Botan-
View from the Austrian Hospice. Photographs courtesy Austrian Hospice.
ical Gardens. This exceptional city retreat, originally founded in 1931 and adjoining the Hebrew University, now covers more than 30 acres, with 10,000 species from around the world, each one uniquely displaying its floral name in both Latin and Hebrew. Its research and learning programs are among the most highly regarded in the world. “At The Jerusalem Botanical Gardens,” says the mu-
seum’s website, “we are constantly working to create a place of beauty, tranquility and peace in the heart of our complex city.” It’s a great mission statement both for the garden, to say nothing of a trope for what good people are trying to bring about in the entire region. Spring means hope, and nowhere needs that as much as this great city and these lands.
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BLONDIE’S TREEHOUSE EXPANDS ITS REACH BY MARY SHUSTACK PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY BLONDIE’S TREEHOUSE
Blondie’s Treehouse recently completed this project in DUMBO, Brooklyn, building the roof deck which includes the decking, furniture, amenities and all plantings.
Blondie’s Treehouse, the Mamaroneck-headquartered landscape design firm profiled in WAG in 2014, continues to grow — and yes, the pun is fully intended. As Howard K. Freilich’s company nears its 40th anniversary, it has just expanded with the acquisition of the award-winning kokobo greenscapes, a landscape design/build firm out of Long Island City, and will soon open its first retail spot. “The basic core of what we’ve been doing has just been expanding and growing,” Freilich tells us during our catching-up conversation. “I couldn’t be any happier. Things are just absolutely great.” And we can see why. The recent acquisition of kokobo greenscapes, he says, is a boost to the growing exterior landscape 90
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division of Blondie’s, upgrading its irrigation and landscape lighting capabilities with a dedicated unit. But as Freilich sees it, “You’re really not buying clients as much as you’re getting good staff.” He points to the fact that within Blondie’s, more than 60 percent of the staff has been with the company 18 years or longer. “We’re always looking to build on that,” he says. Blondie’s, if you recall, launched in 1979 as a oneman operation — Freilich, then living in White Plains, started out of a humble camper — and has grown to some 100 full-time employees serving 1,000 accounts around the country each year. Its services include residential and commercial properties, resorts and hotels and work with developers, managers and owners. “We’ve been going through double-digit growth the last couple of years,” Freilich says. And, he tells us that he is also “actually very proud to announce” the launch of the company’s first retail
floral shop in Manhattan, which will soon join not only the Mamaroneck headquarters but the longtime Manhattan showroom. The combination of the “whole floral studio” to complement the retail setting, Freilich says, “gives us the ability to do a lot more with our clients and for our clients.” Throughout varied projects, Freilich continues to keep an eye on the trends and adjust offerings. “Green walls have become very, very in vogue,” he says, noting that Blondie’s has been doing many, both natural and artificial, in both residential and commercial settings of late. “We did a big green wall in a corporate office” in Tarrytown, and in Greenwich, Blondie’s is at work on a high-profile project that features “an outdoor plaza with fountains and waterfalls.” Just in time for summer. For more, visit blondiestreehouse.com.
FREE SEMINAR FOR CAREGIVERS OF THOSE WITH COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT SUNDOWNING SOLUTIONS: PROACTIVE TANGIBLE RESOLUTIONS TO TIRING AFTERNOONS
Thursday, May 19th 5:00 pm – Registration & Dinner • 5:30-6:30 pm – Program THE KENSINGTON 100 Maple Avenue • White Plains, NY Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be challenging and emotionally exhausting. Join us as our team of memory impairment specialists define “sundowning” and suggest ways to manage behaviors. Redirecting activities will be explored. Presentation is free and includes dinner. Reservations are required.
RSVP by May 16th. Call The Kensington at 914-220-4259 or visit www.TheKensingtonAL.com and click on “Upcoming Events.”
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PRESENTERS: Kerry C. Mills, MPA, founder and president of Engaging Alzheimer’s LLC is the co-author of “I Care – A Handbook for Care Partners of People with Dementia.” She earned recognition in the field of Alzheimer’s care while Regional Manager at a pioneering Alzheimer’s healthcare organization. Joanne Rodda is the Director of Memory Care at The Kensington Assisted Living Residence. Joanne’s experiences with her grandmother’s vascular dementia inspired her to help elders live out their years with dignity, joy, and autonomy.
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SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS – AND AT THE TABLE PHOTOGRAPHS AND STORY BY DANIELLE BRODY
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After spending an afternoon amid a breathtaking display of daffodils, tulips and orchids (courtesy of “Orchidelirium”) at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx, I found the show continued when I sat down for dinner at its new hotspot, the Hudson Garden Grill. The first act was a full view of the expansive, open kitchen, where staff moved swiftly and harmoniously behind the walnut bar. A server, dressed in a neat denim uniform and white apron led us to the dining room, where matching blue-and white-checked tablecloths covered wooden tables topped with faux birds’ nests. The high ceilings, massive windows and large canvases of flora made eating at the Hudson Garden Grill feel like a picnic in a garden. Taking that cue, the menu offered a mix of vegetable-focused dishes, seafood and comfort food from locally sourced vendors. All of the dishes were garnished with colorful herbs and flowers We came for an early dinner (the restaurant keeps garden hours, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays in the lighter seasons), starting with the irresistible monkey bread and Hamachi Tartare. I wouldn’t say the two exactly go together – one starter being warm and heartily doughy, the other cool and light, but we were going for the full spectrum of the menu. The bread, which resembled challah, was served in a skillet. Ripping apart the warm pieces revealed the speckles of rosemary baked inside, which added complexity to the taste. If that wasn’t enough, the bread came with butter subtly sweetened by honey. The Hamachi Tartare looked like an artwork – the delicate squares of fish were tucked under
expertly sliced avocado. I slid the silky creation – served with slices of apple – onto the crunchy base for a textured, flavorful experience. Moving on to the main course, we tried the Bucatini pasta, a lobster Bolognese with local ricotta cheese. The light ricotta (from Salvatore Brooklyn) blended with the zesty tomato sauce for a creamy creation and teamed with the homemade pasta and fresh chunks of lobster for a real treat. The Hudson Chopped Salad with Napa cabbage and tropical fruit was fresh, filling, and packed with flavor in every bite. The honey-ginger vinaigrette added a kick but let the ingredients shine. The sweet, crunchy candied walnuts and chicken were also a nice touch. Another main course, Anson Mills Grits, was tasty and creamy. What could have been a boring plate was enhanced with the caramelized onion and garnish. Still, with only a single egg for protein, the dish was somewhat underpowered for a whole entrée. I would have preferred to have a smaller portion of grits on the side of a burger or chicken. Hudson Garden Grill also offers a well-rounded selection of desserts. We tried the Crispy Cheesecake with syrupy cherry compote on top. Since the dish was served warm, it was more like fried dough with an oozing cheesecake filling rather than a true dense cheesecake – but it was still delectable. We also sprang for the Bomb – chocolate peanut butter mousse on top of a red cake, covered in hard chocolate. The peanut butter muted the chocolate flavor, making it less decadent than I had hoped for. Still, the mousse had a smooth consistency and worked well with the chocolate shell and the salted caramel ice cream on the side. Perhaps owing to the spot’s popularity, the service was a little slow but nonetheless enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Our waitress recommended drinks from the signature list, and, when the local beer we wanted was unavailable, she brought over almost every bottle for us to choose from. With the 40-acre Ross Conifer Arboretum as a backdrop, the Hudson Garden Grill makes dining an experience for all your senses. It would be “sense”-less not to make it a stop on your next garden visit. For more, visit nybg.org.
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A PLEASANT SURPRISE IN A BOTTLE
from the South of France STORY AND PHOTOGRAPH BY DOUG PAULDING
French bubblies you might not know. The Limoux region’s Méthode Ancestrale is unique.
In southern France there is everything. There are small metro areas complete with tall buildings and trolley systems. There are charming micro villages brimming with multigenerational gardens and stonework framing pastel painted homes that bind neighborhoods together. There are castles and fortified hilltop settlements that take you through the centuries and the people that lived here and the battles that were settled here. And there is evidence through street or family names or types of vines planted that the national borders here were settled quite recently. And there is wine. Lots of it. The Languedoc-Roussillon area bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees mountains that separate France from Spain produces more wine by volume than any other region in France or any other wine region in the world. There are more than 30 AOC (French certified) subregions, each with specific rules of grape types allowed, cultivation methods and volume of grapes per acre permitted. There are at least 35 more subregions that are currently in the process of legitimizing their areas of production and moving toward AOC- recognized status, which they will likely achieve within the next two decades. Grape growers here must be envious of growers in areas like Burgundy. In Burgundy if you want to produce a white wine, you plant Chardonnay and if you want a red, you plant Pinot Noir. In the Languedoc-Roussillon region, there are at least 30 varietals allowed, some dominant in an area’s production and some allowed as the equivalent of a taste garnish or accent in a wine. Some grapes like Carignan and 94
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Grenache contribute a grapey fresh fruitiness, while others like Mourvèdre contribute a dusty quality that gives mouthfeel and a lingering finish. Each producer has a complete palate of flavors and textures from which to “paint” his desired wine. And then there is Limoux on the river Aude near the fortified medieval town of Carcassonne. In Limoux there is limited grape varietals grown but significant volume with a world of history. There is written evidence that the world’s first bubbly was created there dating from the mid- 1500s. Legend has it the Dom Perignon travelled there to investigate and took some ideas back to the Champagne region, where he experimented and perfected the Méthode Champenoise, or Méthode Traditionelle, a production technique for most of the well-made bubblies of the world. Limoux makes a small selection of still red and white wines that are delicious. Its Chardonnay is medium-bodied and loaded with classic Chardonnay flavor and elegance. And Limoux’s Pinot Noir is thought by some to be the best of the region. But Lim-
oux is known for its bubblies. In Limoux there are three types of bubblies produced. The first two, Cremant and Blanquette, are made in the classic traditional method used in the Champagne region. The Cremant is drier and made with Chardonnay and Chenin, with some producers adding a touch of Pinot Noir and/or Mauzac. The Blanquette is made principally from Mauzac with up to 10-percent Chardonnay and/or Chenin allowed. Mauzac is a grape specific to the south and southwest of France and contributes green apple flavors with fresh fruitiness and a strong acidity. Limoux also makes a bubbly called Méthode Ancestrale, the one Dom Perignon reportedly took an interest in. The Méthode Ancestrale is made of 100 percent of the region’s indigenous varietal, Mauzac. It is fermented in the bottle, with the fermentation stopped by killing the yeasts with cold temperatures. This happens well before all or most of the sugars are transformed into alcohol, which creates a low-alcohol, sweet wine loaded with fresh fruit flavors. It’s not easy to find in the United States, but it’s not expensive and is the perfect bottle of wine for an afternoon on the water, as an aperitif or to serve with certain desserts. I am a big fan of pleasant surprises in a bottle. Limoux’s Méthode Ancestrale throws off a pleasant surprise of fruit, bubbles, balanced sweetness and history that won’t put you to sleep. Write me at doug@dougpaulding.com.
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WHETTING THE APPETITE BY JACQUELINE RUBY
I tried these and loved them. Chicken Zucchini Poppers make a really quick, light meal that kids will go crazy for. Try this recipe and let me know how you like it. I think it’s a great alternative to fast-food nuggets.
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1 pound ground chicken breast 2 cups grated zucchini (with peel on) 2 to 3 green onions, sliced 3 to 4 tablespoons cilantro, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon Parmesean cheese 2 tablespoons Panko bread crumbs 1 tablespoon chopped nuts
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For more, contact the Saucy Realtor at jacquelineruby@hotmail.com, 914-417-1005 Tableware courtesy Casafina.
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CHICKEN ZUCCHINI POPPERS Photograph by Bob Rozycki
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Rejuvenating your skin for spring BY WHITNEY BOWE, MD Dr. Whitney Bowe. Photograph by Paul Johnson courtesy Dr. Whitney Bowe.
As the weather gets warmer, you’ll want to switch up your skincare products, trading richer moisturizers for lighter, more breathable formulas. But if you’d like to surpass good to get great skin, it’s smart to go the extra mile — and what better time than spring to turn over a new leaf? These latest brightening and smoothing techniques make it easier to brave bikini season, top to toe. For a clear, glowing complexion, I recommend kicking off your skin’s spring cleaning by cleansing your pores. A light, in-office chemical peel to deep-clean pores and dissolve dead, dull cells on the skin’s surface can jumpstart your new regimen with zero downtime. If you have signs of sun damage, I recommend Fraxel laser treatments to erase dark spots and to even out skin tone and texture. Microneedling is the hottest new trend when it comes to triggering new collagen to tighten pores and firm up the skin. For an added bonus, I can now microneedle your own platelet rich plasma into your skin. Full of growth factors, it stimulates repair and rejuvenation at all levels of the skin for a healthy, radiant glow. What not to do: Don’t use loofahs. They’re too abrasive and so porous that dead skin cells lodge in their nooks and crannies. Add the warm, moist environment of a bathroom, and a loofah becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. Instead, use a sugar-based scrub once or twice a week to exfoliate. Also, avoid overuse of antibacterial soaps and washcloths. You don’t want to wash 98
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away the friendly bacteria that live on healthy skin. These friendly bacteria help protect your skin from irritants and allergens and even regulate its pH and moisture levels. If you’re prone to breakouts, I recommend working a topical antioxidant into your regimen. Inflamed, acne-prone skin has fewer antioxidants and is less able to neutralize free radicals. In fact, studies show that people with acne actually have lower levels of antioxidant enzymes and higher levels of inflammatory markers. So opt for a vitamin C serum. Just avoid vitamin E. It can clog pores. For smoother legs: You know the old wives’ tale that says shaving makes your hair grow back thicker? It’s a myth. If you shave against the grain (up the leg), your hair might feel coarse and thick when it grows back. A better approach: Near the end of your shower, while your skin is soft, first shave with the grain and then shave against it (as a second pass for a close shave). That way, the hairs will grow in with tapered ends that feel thinner. As soon as you dry off, rub a light oil (like Bio-Oil Multiuse Skin Oil or sunflower oil) on your
legs to trap moisture and prevent razor burn. Little-known fact: Our lower legs become dry and ashy naturally, because we don’t have many oil glands there. After just one application of the oil, your skin will look firmer and dewier. For a bikini-ready body, a lot of my patients are coming in for CoolSculpting, a noninvasive procedure that destroys fat cells by chilling them. It’s great for permanently getting rid of love handles, belly fat and back fat. The new CoolMini is made to target smaller areas, like a double chin or the little pockets of fat that makes the inner thighs rub together. We usually get optimum results in one or two treatments. For a refreshed, well-rested look, I find that injectables can work wonders. A touch of filler under the eyes, for instance, can ease dark circles and minimize puffiness. Some well-placed Botox or Dysport can create a mini brow lift, giving you more elegant arches and making your eyes look bigger and refreshed. I also use injectable fillers to restore volume and youthful contours to the face. But for my patients who want an alternative to injections — and want to achieve real results at home — I love to recommend Dr. Brandt’s Needles No More 3-D Filler Mask. It contains hyaluronic acid, regenerative peptides and an encapsulated amino acid that work together to plump the skin substantially and smooth wrinkles. At least temporarily, it can really turn back the clock. For more, visit drwhitneybowe.com.
2016-2017 TOURS OF ETHIOPIA AND KENYA
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GREAT HAIR – the best accessory BY BRIAN TOOHEY PHOTOGRAPHS BY BOB ROZYCKI Brian Toohey gives Jennifer Lang of Stamford a new springtime 'do at Jaafar Tazi Salon in Greenwich.
We can’t help but notice when someone has a fabulous haircut or luminous color. What is it about hair that garners so much attention? Great hair holds our gaze. Given the proper care and attention, it becomes our most important accessory. The formula is simple — a haircut with the right shape and proportion, a color tone that suits your complexion and a conditioner that helps maintain vibrancy. I will share with you an experience I had recently with one of my long-standing clients. We met when we worked together at Barneys New York. Because Bonnie Pressman works in fashion and travels a lot, her hair always needs to be on-point and effortless. On her most recent visit to the salon, I was shocked at how good her hair felt. It was like a child’s hair — soft and full of life. When I asked what she had done to her hair, she reminded me about the Olaplex treatment I had recommended.
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It’s a wonderful new product that rebuilds the hair by reconstructing the bonds broken down by color processing and excessive heat. Bonnie used the product at home — leaving it on while she worked so the product kept working. It’s a tip I’ve shared with all my clients — an extra hour of conditioning is worth the wait. My approach to Bonnie’s highlights is also designed to keep her hair fresh and in great shape longer. The technique I use is called Lux Balayage. Each strand is painted individually so there is no grow-out line. In order to maintain her hair’s good condition, I mix several L’Oreal products together. It’s a formula I’ve refined over time to optimal results. A new season is a great time to try something new. When deciding on your fresh, new look for spring, it’s important to create the proper balance between shape and proportion. It can mean the difference between a style that opens your eyes and puts a smile on your face, or not. This holds true whether you have a bob that moves and swings or a short, flirty deconstructed cut. A version of the shag is back on the runway. It’s not for everyone, but if you have hair that’s been
long for far too long, this new shag with feathered fringe can be just the transition you need. It will add lift and volume and, with the addition of some well-placed highlights for that pop of color, you’re spring- ready. If you blow-dry your hair, try towel drying it first. Then add in some product. I recommend Oribe styling aids. There’s a full range of products for every type of hair and look. The right brush makes a difference, too. I prefer round brushes with mostly natural bristles. They will smooth the hair while giving it a tighter turn for a longer lasting shape. Ibiza brushes are good quality and come in many sizes. If your hair is medium length to long, start from underneath and aim the dryer towards the scalp. For a short cut, use your fingers to lift from the scalp while drying. I believe in not overdoing it. Just remember, treat your hair with love and it will never leave you. Contact Brian at brianwtoohey@gmail.com; at the Jaafar Tazi Salon, 149 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, 203-340-2525; and at Mingle New York Salon, 141 E. 55th St., 212-759-2397.
“Peekskill is my home, and keeping us safe is my job.” Kaitlyn Corbett Nuclear Engineer Kaitlyn Corbett has always called New York home. Born and raised in Buffalo, she earned her degree in nuclear power engineering at SUNY College of Technology and moved to Peekskill to start her career at Indian Point. Safety is the single most important mission for Kaitlyn and her 1,000 colleagues at the plant, and it’s been the focus of her years of study and training in the nuclear power industry. Every day, engineers are graded on their performance by inspectors from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The NRC recently gave Kaitlyn and the team at Indian Point its highest safety rating — for the fifth year in a row. Discover more about Indian Point at SafeSecureVital.com
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PLANT YOURSELF IN THE GARDEN FOR A FRUITFUL WORKOUT BY GIOVANNI ROSELLI
British horticulturist and garden designer Gertrude Jekyll once said, “A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness. It teaches industry and thrift. Above all, it teaches entire trust.” Tending a garden can be satisfying in many ways — whether it be the aesthetic sights and scents of flowers or the delicious taste of fresh fruits and vegetables. There is, however, another benefit: Gardening is a good workout. “It’s not just exercise for exercise itself, which can become tedious,” says Katherine Brown, the executive director of the Southside Community Land Trust, a nonprofit that supports community gardens and other urban agriculture in and around Providence, R.I. “It’s exercise that has a context, that reinforces the limberness of your limbs and the use of your hands. You’ve got a motivation for why you want to grip. You’re not just gripping a ball. You want to pull a weed.” But as with any kind of exercise, form is important. So I’ve devised a routine to help you make the most out of your garden workout.
PRE-GARDENING:
Stretch out the forearms, wrists and fingers for about 5 minutes. Make sure you have water handy for hydration. While it’s true that vitamin D reduces the risk of heart disease, osteoporosis, and various cancers, be sure to protect your skin by wearing
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sunscreen. I’d recommend Sun Love, a natural sun protection by Annmarie Gianni. The antioxidant herbs and oils of the product help neutralize the effects of damaging UV rays.
WHILE GARDENING:
Don’t let more than 10 minutes pass without standing up from the crouching position of many gardeners. Get in a staggered stance with one foot slightly in front of the other, take both arms and reach up overhead. Repeat 5 times then do the same, switching the forward leg. This will help combat many of those hunched-over positions familiar to gardeners. In addition, be mindful of switching hands and positions frequently. Try not to overexert one particular side and instead use the side that does not get as much attention and may be weaker from lack of use.
POST-GARDENING:
Stand with your feet spread a little more than shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Reach up with both arms, palms outward, and slowly move your hands toward the ground — arms straight. Repeat at least 5 times. Just as you did when you began gardening,
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stretch out your forearms, wrists, and fingers. Notice if you feel any physical changes and/ or fatigue. It may help you focus on those areas during your next gardening session. As with diet and exercise, there is no quick fix in gardening. Patience is required, along with the knowledge that you reap what you sow. If you are consistent and diligent with both diet and exercise, you will eventually see results. And in these, the garden can help. Reach Giovanni on twitter @GiovanniRoselli and his website, GiovanniRoselli.com.
PET OF THE MONTH
For Trevor — as with the Billy Joel song — it’s "A Matter of Trust.” This adorable German Shepherd mix, who was rescued from a high-kill shelter, has a big heart (to go with his big ears, which give him character). But he’s still shy with new people and new surroundings. Trevor warms up greatly once he knows the person and then becomes very affectionate. He loves going on walks and playing with other dogs. The SPCA of Westchester would prefer he go to a home with another dog as it gives him confidence. To meet Trevor, visit the SPCA of Westchester at 590 N. State Road in Briarcliff Manor. Founded in 1883, the SPCA is a nokill shelter and is not affiliated with the ASPCA. The SPCA is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays. To learn more, call 914- 941-2896 or visit spca914.org.
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PHOTOGRAPH BY BOB ROZYCKI
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THE DAY OF THE JACKAL Wagger Barbara Hanlon has submitted this report from her brother, Bruce J. Stewart, and his wife, Monica, who live in Thailand with their dog, Chika: “Chika is a Bangkaew, a Thai breed. Bangkaews are not well-known in the U.S. and are only starting to become known in Europe. They are intelligent and loyal but can be stubborn — which is definitely Chika. Bangkaews are thought to have originated in Wat Bangkaew monastery in Phitsanulok province in the central region of Thailand. Legend has it that an old villager, Tah Nim, gave the third abbot of Bangkaew Temple, the compassionate Luang Puh Maak Metharee, a pregnant bitch. Metharee assumed that the dog had been impregnated by a golden jackal or a dhole, because there wasn’t a male dog in the area. A chromosomal study of the Thai Bangkaew dog confirmed that the breed is the result of a domestic dog breeding with a jackal. When we see Chika eat a bone, we can certainly see the jackal come out in her.”
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Falla: El amor brujo: Ritual Fire Dance Mozart: Symphony No. 41 (“Jupiter”) Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1
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SUNDAY, JUNE 19 AT 3PM
BBQ BASH! Following the 3pm concert on the Upper Lobby Patio.
GRILL WITH THE PHIL:
Bluegrass, burgers, dogs & sides, cold Captain Lawrence beer, soft drinks, dessert. Plus, delight dad with a chance to chat with the artists!
TICKETS: (914) 682-3707 westchesterphil.org Concert and BBQ at Performing Arts Center, Purchase College 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY.
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Measure,” followed by a discussion and Q&A with the film’s director. 6:30 p.m., Pelham Picture House, 175 Wolfs
WHEN & WHERE
Lane, Pelham; 914-738-3161, thepicturehouse.org
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Burke Rehabilitation Hospital hosts its annual “Heels & Wheels 5k Road Race and Walk.” The event enables
“NY, NY: CLAY” — Five exhibits featuring artists who
walkers, runners and wheelchair athletes to compete
work in the metro area in the field of clay art. 10 a.m. to
together in a fun and exciting race. All proceeds benefit
6 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Clay
Burke. Registration begins at 7 a.m., hospital grounds, 785
Art Center, 40 Beech St., Port Chester; 914-937-2047,
Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains; 914-597-2578, burke.org
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John Singer Sargent’s “In the Luxembourg Gardens” (1879), oil on canvas
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St. Christopher’s Inc. will be “Dancing with Our Heroes”
Madelyn Jordon Fine Art presents “The Beauty Left
during this year’s fundraising gala, emceed by News12
Behind,” a solo exhibit of abstract photographs by
Westchester anchor Tara Rosenblum. 6 p.m., Glen Island
New York City-based Steven Hirsch. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Harbour Club, Glen Island Park, New Rochelle; 914-693-
Tuesdays through Saturdays, Madelyn Jordon Fine Art,
3030, stchristophersinc.org
'ELECTRIC PARIS' MAY 14 THROUGH SEPT. 4 BRUCE MUSEUM
37 Popham Road, Scarsdale; 914-723-8738, madelynjordonfineart.com
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Westport
Country
Playhouse
stages
two
Tony
Award-winning plays in repertory —“Art” by Yasmina
“Hudson Hewn: New York Furniture Now” features lo-
Reza and “Red” by John Logan. Each play alternates
cally made, contemporary furniture that is inspired by
daily and reflects on art — making it, owning it, the an-
past and present, nature and natural materials, and the
guish of creating it and the ache of believing in it. West-
very acts of making and living with beautiful objects. 10
port Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport;
a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays through Mondays, Boscobel
203-227-4177, westportplayhouse.org
House and Gardens, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison; 845-2653638, Boscobel.org
MAY 4 MAY 1
Girls Incorporated of Westchester County presents its
KEB'MO' MAY 14 THE CAPITOL THEATRE
“Strong, Smart and Bold Gala,” inspiring girls to reach
The College of New Rochelle presents its 44th annual
for the sky. Cocktails, dinner-by-the-bite, live and silent
Strawberry Festival — a day of outdoor activities, music,
auction, 6:30 p.m., Mamaroneck Beach and Yacht Club,
entertainment and strawberry treats. Noon to 5 p.m., The
555 South Barry Ave., Mamaroneck; 914-747-0519, girlsin-
of the Danbury Railway Museum. Noon, 1 Station Plaza,
College of New Rochelle, Maura Lawn, 29 Castle Place,
cwestchester.org
Chappaqua; 914-238-4666, newcastlehs.org
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Community Plates’ “Food for All,” a benefit to end food
White Plains Historical Society Centennial Ball — The
Run/Walk for Hope — Greenwich Avenue will be in the
insecurity in Fairfield County. This year, the direct-transfer
annual meeting and dinner dance will feature music by
pink as hundreds of Breast Cancer Alliance supporters
food rescue organization celebrates its success in saving
Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks. Formalwear or pe-
from toddlers to grandparents walk and run to honor
more than 1.5 million meals a year to deliver to needy in
riod garb is optional but encouraged. 6 p.m., Woman’s
and remember those whose lives have been affected by
the community. The gala features the newest restaurants
Club of White Plains, C.V. Rich Mansion, 305 Ridgeway.
breast cancer. A 5K run has been added this year to the 1
and artisans on the scene in Fairfield. 6:30 p.m., Abigail
914-282-2920, whiteplainshistory.org
mile walk. 8:30 a.m. start at Richards, 359 Greenwich Ave.,
Kirsch at The Loading Dock, 375 Fairfield Ave., Stamford;
Greenwich; 203-861-0014, breastcanceralliance.org
800-280-3298, communityplates.org
New Rochelle; 914-654-5000, cnr.edu
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The Mental Health Association of Westchester (MHA)
Volunteer New York! presents its 36th Volunteer Spirit
“The Stars on the Water Gala,” a fundraiser for the
sponsors a 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Kids’ Race to help
Awards, which will honor nine volunteers at a breakfast
Cancer Support Team organization, includes a cock-
thousands of people throughout the county access
benefit. 8 a.m., Westchester Marriott, 670 White Plains
tail reception and silent auction starting at 6 p.m., with
life-changing treatment and support services. 8 a.m. to
Road, Tarrytown; 914-948-4452, volunteernewyork.
dinner and awards at 7:30. Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht
noon, FDR State Park (Lot 1), 2957 Crompound Road,
org/awards
Club, 555 South Barry Ave.; 914-777-2777, cancersup-
Yorktown Heights; 914-345-5900, ext. 7511, MHAwestchester.org
portteam.org
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The Picture House Regional Film Center will continue its
New Castle Historical Society presents its Spring Lunch
MAY 7
new film series “Worldview” with an advance screening of
& Learn. Enjoy lunch at Chappaqua Station during a pre-
SPCA Dog Walk and Pet Fair — Come help raise funds
the new documentary “Girls of Daraja: Powerful Beyond
sentation of “History of the Harlem Line” by Dan Konen
for the animal shelter. Bring your canine buddy to walk
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the 2.5-mile trail and enjoy doggie agility demos, the ven-
to find flexibility through a wide range of entrepreneurial
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dor village, food and refreshments, carnival games, crafts
ventures. 7:45 a.m., Stamford Marriott, 243 Tresser Blvd.,
Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer and ESPN sports
and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., FDR State Park, (Lot #1) 2957
203-761-0510, 9livesforwomen.com.
analyst Rebecca Lobo will be the guest speaker at a
Crompound Road, Yorktown Heights; 914-941-2896 ext.
fundraising breakfast for Ann’s Place — a full service,
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comprehensive, award-winning, community-based cancer support and resource center. 7:30 a.m., Ann’s Place,
MAY 7 AND 8
The Capitol Theatre welcomes three-time Grammy Award
Amber Room Colonnade, 80 Saw Mill Road, Danbury;
The New York Botanical Garden celebrates mothers
winner and master of American roots music Keb’ Mo’. He
203-790-6568, annsplace.org.
with “A Garden Party” 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and
will perform songs in an acoustic style from his latest full-
Sunday. Challenge mom to a game of giant chess, stroll
length album, “BLUESAmericana.” 8 p.m., The Capitol
through NYBG’s spring landscape, including the restored
Theatre, 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester; 914-937-
and expanded Lilac Collection, and enjoy live music along
4126, thecapitoltheatre.com
MAY 19 The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County presents the 2016
with other special activities. On Sunday, feast on a Moth-
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Ace Awards, which celebrate the individuals, organizations
er’s Day brunch and supper presented by STARR Cater-
Hudson Chorale will conclude its sixth season with Felix
and businesses in in the county that have made significant
ing Group. New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Dr. Theo-
Mendelssohn’s stirring oratorio, “Elijah,” based on the
contributions to the community through arts and culture.
dore Kazimiroff Blvd., Bronx, nybg.org
story of the Hebrew prophet, complete with soloists
7:30 p.m., The Shore and Country Club, 220 Gregory Blvd.,
and a full 35-piece orchestra. Elijah has all the earmarks
Norwalk; 203-256-2329, culturalalliancefc.org
MAY 7 THROUGH JUNE 12
of a “Ten Commandments”-style blockbuster — a true god, a false god, a saintly prophet, an evil ruler, angels,
The Loft Artists Association presents “Alice in Japan,”
a temptress, miracles, tragedy, feuding tribes, Mother
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prints created by Margot Bittenbender. The series is
Nature behaving badly and even a chariot of fire in the
The Silvermine Arts Center will celebrate its first Liv-
inspired by the popularity of "Alice in Wonderland" in
last scene. 7:30 p.m., Irvington Middle/High School, 40
ing Art Award with an evening benefit at Grace Farms
Japanese culture. 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays,
N. Broadway, 914-462-3212, hudsonchorale.org
Foundation. The award applauds three creative individu-
Loft Artists Association, 575 Pacific Street, Stamford; 203-247-2027, loftartists.com
als — Roz Chast, Constance Kiermaier and Liana Moonie
MAY 14 THROUGH SEPT. 4
— who exemplify “living art” by engaging and enriching others as they deepen our understanding and enjoy-
“Electric Paris” — This ingenious idea for a new show at
ment of the arts. Creative black tie, cocktails, dinner and
the Bruce Museum in Greenwich considers Paris when it
dancing, 6:30 p.m., Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road,
The Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows return for
first sizzled. Approximately 50 works — paintings, draw-
New Canaan; 203-966-9700, silvermineart.org
its 34th year May 10 through 15 and 17 through 22. The
ings, prints and photographs — by such artists as Edgar
MAY 8 THROUGH 22 farm has added another competition date, May 8, Wel-
Degas, Mary Cassatt, Pierre Bonnard, Édouard Vuillard,
come Horse Show Day. The shows feature more than
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Jean Béraud, James Tis-
MAY 21 AND 22
130 hunter and jumper classes each week. In addition
sot, Charles Marville, Childe Hassam, Charles Courtney
Garner Arts Festival celebrates art and history on the
to the Olympic-caliber Grand Prix events, there are
Curran, Alfred Maurer and Maurice Prendergast chart
occasion of Haverstraw’s 400th anniversary. Enjoy a
competitions for children, juniors, adults and amateurs
Paris’ rise as “the City of Light” from its adoption of ar-
weekend festival full of open artist studios and demon-
in more than 50 divisions. 190 June Road, North Salem;
tificial lighting in the 1840s and 1850s, with the advent of
strations, musical lineups, children’s workshops, dance
914-669-5620, or visit oldsalemfarm.net
gas lamps that gave way to electric lights in the 1870s. A
performances, a creek-side sculpture trail, food trucks, a
hands-on companion exhibit on “Electricity” (May 14-Nov.
coffee bar and a beer garden. Rain or shine, 11 a.m. to 6
4) should spark the imaginations of junior scientists. 1 Mu-
p.m., Garnerville Arts & Industrial Center, 55 Railroad Ave.,
seum Drive. 203-869-0376, brucemuseum.org.
845-947-7108, garnerartscenter.org
MAY 12 “Birds of the Caribbean: An Island by Island Tour,” with
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conservationist Herbert Raffaele leading a discussion
Beacon Open Studios Weekend artists throughout the
on todies, palmchats, avifauna, ecology, folklore, threats
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to avian survival and the role of James Bond. 7:30 p.m.,
“Imperial Treasures” — In this season finale, the REB-
go on self-guided tours to the artist studios of their
Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale;
EL Ensemble for Baroque Music performs overtures and
choosing throughout the city from noon to 6 p.m. Start
914-723-3470, greenburghnaturecenter.org
concertos by Handel, Telemann, Zelenka, Vivaldi, Veraci-
at Beacon Open Studios Headquarters, at 18 West Main
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ni and Wagenseil on original instruments. 4 p.m., Bed-
St. (inside of 2 Way Brewing Company), Beacon; for
UJA-Federation of New York’s Westchester Business
ford Presbyterian Church, Village Green (Rt. 22/Rt 172),
more info/map see beaconopenstudios.org
and Professional Division will honor Ken Fuirst of Chap-
914-734-9537, rebelbaroque.com
paqua and David Glasser of White Plains at its annual luncheon. 12:30 p.m., Brae Burn Country Club, 39 Brae Burn Drive, Purchase; 914-385-2122, ujafedny.org
city of Beacon open their studios to the public. Visitors
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Community Lecture Series: Is the coloring book the
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Abbott House presents its 18th annual Dave Wade Me-
new art therapist? Experience the latest art-making ap-
The “Make Work Fit Life” event helps women integrate
morial Golf Outing — a day on the links that includes
proaches and therapeutic trends in a program presented
work and life through many ages and stages. There will
brunch, a shot-gun start, cocktails, a buffet dinner, awards
by Tracy Stahl and Lisa Hope. 7 p.m., New York Presbyte-
be discussions on how to make a professional pitch for
and a raffle. Scramble format, 10 a.m., Elmwood Country
rian/Westchester Division, 21 Bloomingdale Road (main
flexibility in your current job, how to return to a flexible
Club, 850 Dobbs Ferry Road, White Plains; 914-591-7300,
building, second floor auditorium), White Plains; 914-997-
job in the workforce after time out with family and how
abbotthouse.net
5779, nyp.org/psychiatry
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Don’t Miss These Great Shows! THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE for movies and the performing arts
MAY 7
Non-profit 501 (c) (3)
Betty Buckley Live In Concert
10 John Hiatt Acoustic
80 East Ridge • Ridgefield, Connecticut 06877
203.438.5795 • RIDGEFIELDPLAYHOUSE.ORG
JUNE (CONTINUED) 11 Judy Collins Special Guest Ari Hest
15 Carl Palmer’s
ELP Legacy:
Remembering Keith and the Music of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
12 ABBA The Concert:
A Tribute to ABBA
14 “A Night to Remember” Presley, Perkins, Lewis and Cash
17 Justin Hayward Ledgendary voice of the Moody Blues
19 The Gong Show
Off Broadway
20 Ottmar Liebert
16 Mary Chapin Carpenter 18 Comedian JB Smoove 22 Jonny Lang 23 Comedian D.L. Hughley 24 Delta Rae
with Gabe Dixon
and Luna Negra
Benefiting the Michael J. Fox Foundation
22 Richard Marx
25 Lizz Wright
23 Anderson Ponty Band
26 Kansas
24 Scott Stapp:
JULY
The Voice of Creed
Special Guest Seldom and Rockett Queen
26 Matthew Morrison Star of TV’s GLEE!
JUNE 1
Comedian Sarah Silverman Special Guest Todd Barry
10 Southside Johnny and
the Asbury Jukes
Special Guest Gary Douglas Band
Special Guest Artie Tobia
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& Orleans Avenue
Special Guest Funky Dawgz Brass Band
15 The Bacon Brothers 16 Jim Messina 22 SNL’s Colin Jost
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WAG cover photographer John Rizzo was one of the recipients of ArtsWestchester’s 2016 Arts Alive grants — which were presented April 8 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown. Rizzo — who will produce a documentary and photo exhibit, “Westchester Warriors,” about soldiers in Westchester County — joined fellow grantees Esther Lo, an artist who’ll create a series of clay busts exploring diversity; and Debralyn Press, a dancer who’ll choreograph a new work with an anti-bullying theme. The grants were part of the annual Arts Awards luncheon, which brings some 300 arts lovers together for good food and music, fun raffles and a chance to shop for accessories. Donald Cecil and his late wife, Jane, were honored with The Emily and Eugene Grant Arts Patron Award. Historic Hudson Valley received The Arts Organization Award. The Sills Family Foundation, the city of Yonkers and the Katonah Museum Artists’ Association received the Community awards. The Sophia Abeles Education Award went to musician Ray Blue, while another musician, Fred Smith, received one of two Education Awards. The other was presented to the Rye Arts Center. Photographs by Leslye Smith. 1. Eugene and Emily Grant and Donald Cecil 2. Bernard Mindlich and Betty Himmel 3. Fred Smith and Robert Cerminaro 4. Barbara Elliot, Meg Rodriguez and Sherry Wiener 5. Waddell Stillman and Kevin Plunkett 6. Susan Hodara, Jeanne Muchnick and Natasha Caputo 7. Esther Lo, John Rizzo, Froma Benerofe and Richard Turk 8. Deborah Iarussi 9. Barbara Segal and Haifa Bint-Kadi 10. Howard Meyer and Kenneth W. Jenkins 11. Lisa Shaub 12. Bob Roth and Barry Shenkman 13. Hannah Shmerler 14. Steven Hoffman 15. Suzi Randolph and Ilene Lieberman 16. Andrea Stewart-Cousins, David Bender and Gary Pretlow 17. Janet Langsam and Mike Spano 18. Inez Andrucyk 19. Bram Lewis, Joan Gilbert and Ellen and Mark Morganelli 20. Ray Blue
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Atlantic Westchester, a commercial and industrial HVAC company, and SunBlue Energy, a home and commercial solar installer, celebrated their official Westchester Green Business-Certification in a joint ceremony. WGB-Certified is an expansion of the Westchester Green Business Challenge program, that helps businesses become more environmentally sustainable while saving money and improving performance. The event held at Atlantic Westchester’s office in Bedford Hills was led by WGBC program partners from Westchester County government, the Business Council of Westchester and Green Team Spirit. Photographs by Buzz Creators PR. 1. Chris Hale, Kenny Roopchand, Laura Waldman and Jonathan Bonhomme 2. John Ravitz, Scott Fernqvist and Kevin Plunkett 3. Jane Solnick 4. Midge Iorio, Lisa Hammer, Mary Beth Kass, Don Scott, Chris Burdick and Bud Hammer
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Luis Vazquez and Dave Settanni of Special Kids of N.Y. Inc. stopped by to visit the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center in Yonkers to see the three new pieces of adaptive equipment that their organization purchased for the residents of the center. Special Kids of N.Y., which is based in Katonah, provides medical and rehabilitative equipment and assistance to organizations that care for medically complex children. 5
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THE SING SING REDEMPTION
A sellout crowd of more than 200 people came to see “Dramatic Escape” at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville and to hear the inspirational stories of the men behind the bars of Sing Sing Correctional Facility in Ossining. The film documented the production of “A Few Good Men” at Sing Sing, led by Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA). A reception followed in the Jane Peck Gallery, where discussions about film, arts, redemption and incarceration continued. Attendees also had the opportunity to write messages to prisoners, in which they shared their reaction to the film and asked questions about future RTA productions at Sing Sing. Photographs by Buzz Creators Inc. 6. A graduate of RTA 7. Edie Demas and Katherine Vockins 8. Tara Seeley, Laura Rossi and Robin Melen
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More than 100 residents and prospective residents of The Residence at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester were on hand for a special reception in the condominium tower’s newly furnished model penthouse. The reception was attended by White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach and Westchester County Director of the Office of Economic Development William M. Mooney III. 1. Paul and Nancy Kennedy, Stanley Vickers, Marge Schneider, Thomas Roach and William M. Mooney III
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The 11th annual Castle Connolly National Physician of the Year Awards took place at The Pierre Hotel in New York City. The awards recognize and honor five exemplary physicians, as well as one non-physician for their efforts to raise awareness on a specific health issue. Jane Hanson, Emmy Awardwinning television journalist, was the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Photographs by Sylvain Gaboury/PMC.
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CELEBRATING HEALTHY KIDS
Summit Park Elementary School in New City celebrated the selection of Eli Carson Whittaker of New City as grand marshal for the Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital’s 12th annual “Go the Distance Walk and Family Fun Day.” Now a healthy kindergartener, Eli represents the more than 20,000 children cared for by the hospital each year. 1. Henry Clay Anderson, Evans Whittaker, Brittany Anderson, Eli Carson Whittaker and Linda Hurwitz (standing)
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Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) held its premier fundraising event, the 2016 Equal Access to Justice Dinner, at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester in White Plains. More than 300 guests showed their support for the organization and honorees Tony West, Sidney Rosdeitcher and Susan Fox. The event raised funds and attention for the organization, which is the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services to those that cannot afford them in the seven counties of the lower- and mid-Hudson Valley.
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Exchange students from Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia and Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua came to the Pound Ridge Lions Club meeting to share their experiences and gratitude to the organization that sponsored the exchange. In addition, the students presented the club with more than 200 pairs of used eyeglasses that it had collected for the Lions Eyeglass Recycling Program by setting up donation boxes in all six Chappaqua schools. 5. (back) Tyler Sherman, Juliette Coleman, Rebecca Putnam, Samantha Phillips and Thomas Macchetto (front) Clunie Palliser, Sam Evans, Tara O’Grady and Divya Kishore
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New York artist Ezequiel Jimenez stopped by the YOHO studio of artist Biagio (Gino) Civale during the recent “Inside the Artists’ Studios” event. YOHO hosted the event as a meet and greet for 11 featured artists who have studios within the Yonkers Carpet Mills Arts District complex. 1. Ezequiel Jimenez and Biagio (Gino) Civale
SHEROES!
More than 100 people filled the art gallery at ArtsWestchester in White Plains to get up close and personal with the artists and the new spring exhibition, SHE: Deconstructing Female Identity. The art show, in tandem with other events going on in the community with local organizations, provides a series of works that speak volumes on two hot topics today – female identity and feminism. 4. Nicole Awai 5. Mari Ogihara 6. Debbie Han 7. Janet Langsam and Kathleen Reckling 8. Laurel Garcia Colvin 9. Marcy B. Freedman 10. Bibiana Huang Matheis
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Silver Hill Hospital President Dr. Sigurd Ackerman joined Sam Waterston, the host of the PBS documentary series “Visionaries,” for the filming of the opening and closing remarks for the upcoming episode featuring Silver Hill Hospital that will air later this year.
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Dual Fuel’s “HOT SHOT” launch event was held at The Sports Center at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan, where editors, producers, writers and sports and nutrition enthusiasts gathered to experience the new sports nutrition product line, raise money for cancer research and, of course, shoot some hoops. Each basket shot raised $100. With the help of the guests the event raised more than $5,000, all donated to The V Foundation to aid in cancer research. 3
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180 philanthropic New Yorkers were treated to a multicourse late-winter menu at Restaurant DANIEL in New York City. The 19th Annual Sunday Supper was prepared by an all-star culinary team. Hosted by Citymeals on Wheels Board Co-President Chef Daniel Boulud, Norah O’Donnell, co-host of “CBS This Morning,” was the event’s emcee and Hugh Hildesley of Sotheby’s served as this year’s auctioneer. The event raised more than $840,000 to prepare and deliver 130,742 meals for homebound elderly New Yorkers. Photographs by Eric Vitale and
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Robert P. Weisz, CEO of the RPW Group, spoke to a UJA-Federation of New York gathering of business and professional leaders about the real estate industry and philanthropy. The event took place at the division’s Spring Breakfast at Old Oaks Country Club in Purchase. More than 150 guests came to hear Weisz, who has been widely recognized for his leadership in the real estate industry and his charitable efforts in the community. 1. Robert P. Weisz 2. Denise D’Agostino and Robin Colner 3. Susan Taxin Baer, Ben Blumberg and Ann K. Silver 4. Yale Stogel and David Perlmutter 5. Ben Blumberg, Howard Greenberg, Richard Leroy and James Evans
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Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill Mansion was the setting for the second annual “Phelps Food, Wine & Beer Fest.” Featuring more than 60 wineries, 30 restaurants and a beer garden, the event attracted more than 300 attendees and raised more than $42,000 to benefit the hospital. 6. Yovanny Otalvaro and Lorena Gonzalez 7. Richard and Terry Becker and Ken and Andrea Taber 8. John and Elzeria Barnes 9. Avi and Susan Merav and Richard Peress 10. Elizabeth Wade-Mahoney and John Mahoney
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The Association of Development Officers presented the Board Philanthropic Leadership Award to a select group of board members from the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester. The award – part of the Philanthropy Awards breakfast held at Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill Mansion – recognized the group’s longtime service to improving the lives of youth in the community. Photographs by Tom O’Connell. 11. Michael Kaplowitz, Emily Stoddard, Todd Rockefeller, Alyzza Ozer, Ben Palancia, Bonnie Trotta, Kevin Plunkett, Skip Beitzel, Stuart Marwell and Erik Kaeyer
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