FASTEN YOUR SEATBELTS ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS HOST LUNCH & LEARN PROGRAM

The return of Paradice Classic Cruisers’ popular family-friendly Cruise Nights, is returning May 2 at Litchfield Crossings, New Milford’s largest shopping center in Connecticut. Fuel up and join the cruisers at 5 p.m. till dusk every Tuesday all summer long. Meet the club members, talk cars, reminisce and if you feel lucky take a chance on the weekly 50/50 drawing.

Kristen N. Gizzi, executive director of Litchfield Crossings, said, “We are delighted to host another season of Cruise Nights welcoming back Paradice Classic Cruisers…. And, a big thank you for the support and enthusiasm of the area’s classic car fans, regulars and first timers.” For more information, visit http://www.paradiceclassiccruisers.org.

Filmmaker Residency Program Launched

LMC Media recently announced the successful launch of the Future Filmmaker Program featuring Sara Ettinger and Bella Pianko, students from the Sound Shore area. Matt Sullivan, LMC’s executive director, said, “Fostering a love of storytelling in the next generation is crucial to fulfilling our mission of connecting the community through media.

On Wednesday, April 26, Westchester County elder law attorneys Sara E. Meyers and Samantha A. Lyons of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP, in White Plains and Somers, will present “Aging in Place: A Guide to Growing Older at Home” – part of the firm’s 2023 Lunch & Learn Series. The free educational program is open to the public though space is limited.

The program, held from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the firm’s White Plains location, explores how to prepare a home to safely age in place by senior-proofing, possessing necessary legal documents, strategies for bill paying and financial management, as well as an overview of the Medicaid home care program. Those interested are encouraged to register early by calling 914-948-1500. A light lunch and refreshments are included.

“Aging in place can be a reality for many – though it’s important to plan ahead and understand what options are available… from necessary estate planning documents and financial management tools to senior-proofing and Medicaid home care eligibility,” said Meyers.

I’m thrilled that we can provide the resources and platform for students to hone and share their craft with the world. We hope to find additional funding to support and grow this program so we can continue to bring this opportunity to as many students as possible.”

Each semester, a local high school student is chosen to serve as LMC’s resident student filmmaker – any interested student can apply. Students are hired by LMC and given access to a full suite of filmmaking equipment with which they can create, film and edit on their own schedule during their residency.

LMC also provides pre-production, production and post-production guidance from profes- sional filmmaking staff, as well as a budget, actors and filming schedules with deadlines.

“This program is unique — there are no other programs in the Sound Shore area that provide a direct pipeline from high school filmmaking programs to a paid, professional experience like the Future

Foundation Honors Local Leaders

The Foundation in Support of Educational Excellence will honor local builders and leaders in health care, education and government at its annual gala on May 18.

Joseph J. Sisca Jr., CEO of the Sisca Organization, and Joseph J. Sisca III, president of the Sisca Organization; Dr. Andrew D. Pearle, chief of the Sports Medicine Institute at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at

Weill Cornell Medical College; Ken Jenkins, deputy Westchester County Executive; and Eva Fernandez, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Mercy College are the honorees.

The gala, beginning at 6 p.m., at X20 Xaviars on the Hudson in Yonkers benefits the Charter School of Educational Excellence (CSEE).

“Our five honorees have made significant contributions to our school and to

Filmmaker residency. Students complete three short films during their residency and receive stipends for each. This program not only provides a professional framework for students to gain real-world experience, it gives voice to the teen experience and brings their vision of the community into the spotlight,” said Sullivan. Larchmont-Mamaroneck Community Television (LMC Media) was founded in 1983 as a nonprofit organization to connect, create and inform the community through the use of digital media about the issues that matter most to the community. public education in Yonkers,” said Sobeida Cruz, vice-chair and treasurer of the Foundation in Support of Educational Excellence. “We are grateful for the continuing support we receive from these honorees as our K-12 school reaches a significant milestone with the graduation of our first senior class.”

The Siscas are longtime developers and builders in the Hudson Valley having constructed many large projects in the region;

The Hospital for Special Surgery has a sports medicine outreach program with the CSEE, helping to reduce the incidence of injury among the school’s sports teams; Mercy College partners with the CSEE to help its students prepare for college; and Deputy County Executive Jenkins has tirelessly supported public education in Yonkers in all its forms. Tickets for the gala are available at the school’s website.