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OU’RE HERE ON AN AUSPICIOUS DAY,” Max said, punching a worn elevator button. “Today is the Dakota’s 95th birthday.” Ann rolled her eyes and groaned, anticipating a lecture, while I hung on his every word. “The building was built by Edward Clark, founder of the Singer Sewing Machine Company. Construction on the building began on October 25th of 1880 and was finished four years later, almost to the day, on October 27th, 1884.”

Max was tall, Sephardic and ridiculously foxy. He had gone to our boarding school, but had been kicked out for drugs before I got there. Ann, his younger stepsister, was my roommate. Ann barely tolerated Max, but to me, he was something of a legend.

The elevator arrived, operated by a wizened black man who had the look of a burnished newel post. “Clive, my man,” Max said, high-fiving the guy.

“Max-a-Million,” the elevator guy said warmly.

“Take us to the top, Clive.”

Clive gyrated a brass handle that sent the elevator smoothly skyward. Ann and I lounged on a velvet bench beneath a smoked mirror and watched the floors shutter past.

“The building was designed by the same architectural firm that did the Plaza Hotel,” Max continued, as Clive slowed the car to a stop so expertly we didn’t even feel the slightest jerk.

“Penthouse, Mr. Cantor.”

The penthouse apartment had enormous double doors and deep carpeting in the hallway. “This is where Edward Clark lived. It’s said the floors of the apartment are inlaid with sterling silver. I am trying to get visual confirmation on that.”

Max led us over to a small service door, which opened to a warren of narrow, whitewashed hallways, like you’d find in steerage on an ocean liner. “These passageways were for the servants so they could circulate through the building, bring up food from

the huge kitchen in the basement, without bothering the residents,” Max explained, pushing open a metal door. We stepped out into the frigid October night.

I had been on a lot of New York City rooftops. I had danced on sizzling hot tarpaper, swum in pools, seen pigeon coops and Zen gardens, but I had never seen, or imagined, a rooftop like The Dakota’s.

It was a city unto itself – a riot of vents and spires. The famous pointed dormers loomed like small houses up close, each sporting its own terra cotta spandrel. Max led us over to a filigreed balustrade that lay like widow’s lace against the rising Halloween moon. Central Park spread before us like dirty burlap, its lights blinking up at us through naked trees.

Max took us over to the windbreak of a dormer and pulled a Sucrets tin out of his pocket. It held a number of pre-rolled joints.

He lit one and took a deep drag, speaking as he held his hit. “They named it the Dakota because it was as remote as the Dakotas; nothing else was this far north when it was built.”

I almost couldn’t bear how attractive I found him. Max was exactly the kind of boy I liked: obsessive and over-read in arcane subjects. I didn’t like handsome jocks, I liked the misfits—the Dungeon Masters and conspiracy-theorists with keen, encyclopedic intelligences, low GPA’s, and deep brown eyes — boys so burdened by their own brilliant complexity that they dedicated their days to killing as many brain cells as possible in a misguided attempt to suffer less. I alone understood their pain and shared their interests; I met them on the field of their dreams to enact their dark fantasies with them.

“Max, I’m freezing my ass off,” Ann said, hopping in place, flicking her cigarette butt over the edge of the railing.

“The joint was just mood enhancement, ladies. It’s not what we really came for. Follow me.” Max led us around a long, winding path that described the U of the building, and over to an inner balustrade, which offered a gutchurning view of the courtyard far below.

“See where that gutter runs?” Max pointed over my shoulder, across the courtyard to a vertical pipe that ran down the inside of the building. I felt the heat of him down my spine and every inch of my skin burst into goose bumps. “Count one window down from the roof and three windows left from the gutter.”

I could smell him, a bouquet of Sensimillia

and Camel straights, Shetland sweater and boy funk. I tried to keep my heavy breathing from becoming audible. I counted over and down to a kitchen window where a female figure stood at the sink, looking down. I couldn’t see her hands or face, as her long, dark hair was in the way, but clearly she was rinsing dishes and couldn’t push it back. A shadowy figure moved around in the dimly lit room next to her, but I couldn’t make out who it was or why it mattered.

“Max,” Ann moaned, “this is stupid, you’re already in trouble with the building for this.” Max handed me a small pair of binoculars.

“Here, take a look.”

I pressed the cold oculars to my eyes. The person in the dining room had shoulder-length hair, but I couldn’t read the gender, until he walked, flat-bodied and lithe, into the kitchen, carrying some dishes.

“There!” Max said. “Do you see?” I dialed in the focus. He put down the dishes on the counter beside the sink, reached over and pushed the woman’s hair out of her face, letting

Double Fantasy. The ad was simply the album cover — a black and white photo of John and Yoko kissing.

It framed them from the shoulders up.

Yoko’s face was tilted up to his, her eyes closed, her skin glowing in grayscale. John’s face was turned slightly away from the camera, toward the kiss, and there was such intimacy in that angle, such gentleness in his lips as they gingerly touched Yoko’s. The kiss itself was almost chaste, the sex was in John’s hand, which was at the back of her neck, not so much pulling her into the kiss, for she was already there, but clearly relishing her neck, her hair, her scent, just as I had seen that night as I spied, like a thief, from the roof of the Dakota.

I had stolen a moment of their love and kept it for myself. I pulled it out of the secret drawer in my mind where I kept such trophies— the signs and clues that I was collecting and collaging into a worldview. I could smell Max’s sweater, even though I hadn’t seen him since.

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I HAD BEEN ON A LOT OF NEW YORK CITY ROOFTOPS. I HAD DANCED ON SIZZLING HOT TARPAPER, SWUM IN POOLS, SEEN PIGEON COOPS AND ZEN GARDENS, BUT I HAD NEVER SEEN, OR IMAGINED, A ROOFTOP LIKE THE DAKOTA’S. his hand linger against her neck. It was a tender gesture and I could feel its intimacy even at that distance. Max was standing behind me, his breath in my ear. The man stood behind the woman and put his arms around her, stepping into the light over the sink, and when I saw his round glasses the details suddenly rearranged themselves into iconography, and I understood I was looking at John Lennon and Yoko Ono. I gasped and Max put his hand on my waist.

There it was; love.

DECEMBER 8, 1980 I was down in the library for study hall, procrastinating over the November issue of Rolling Stone when I came across a full-page ad for John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s new album,

it back to the dorm and showed it to Ann. “That’s cool,” she lisped at me through her retainer, and I could see she was completely over the whole thing. I climbed into my bunk bed and taped the picture to the wall beside my pillow. I stared at it in the half-light as I drifted off to sleep.

That night I dreamt crazily and deeply about John and Yoko–we were all chasing each other, but I don’t remember much else because Ann shook me out of the dream. She was in her nightgown and had her contacts out. She blinked at me like a frightened possum in the dirty light of dawn.

“Erika, Erika, Max just called from the Dakota. Somebody shot John Lennon out in front of the building. He’s dead.”

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DECEMBER 14, 1980 Central Park was full of stricken people.

There were no marimbas playing, no drum circles that day. Vendors hawked hastily silkscreened T-shirts with John’s image, that said, “Imagine”— a verb that would now forever be in search of a noun. Imagine what?

That the world might someday be a place where apostles of love weren’t gunned down in the street? Too late.

The park was hard and slippery with the first real frost of the season. Mourners staggered like zombies across the Sheep Meadow, toward a space just inside of the West 72nd Street entrance, which was now being called Strawberry Field. It stood in the shadow of the Dakota.

I brought my camera and photographed the stricken faces around me in black and white: faces swollen with tears, or locked up behind aviator shades. Couples held onto each other, gloved fingers dug into each other’s parka sleeves. Little children carried John’s picture as their parents wept. Black-coated mourners climbed the bare trees and perched like giant crows, above Strawberry Field.

By 1:55 the park was jammed and people flowed out onto Central Park West. Someone got on a loudspeaker and explained that at exactly 2 pm we, along with millions of people around the world, would observe ten minutes of silence in Lennon’s honor. The countdown began and there was a great rustle as everyone settled in and then a gong sounded and the park was filled with a deep, blanketing silence.

I bent my head as I had seen mourners do in movies. I had never lost anyone, other than my grandfather, who was remote and leaden, and whose death happened far away in Wisconsin. I thought about Grandpa, stuck in our beanbag chair, yelling at us to hoist him out of it. Wait, I wasn’t thinking about John. How many minutes had it been?

I stared up at the Dakota. I wondered if Yoko were watching us from her window. Maybe Max was a couple of floors above her, spying on us from the roof through his binoculars.

Maybe even John himself was watching us all, from somewhere higher than that. I could not imagine where, but the feeling of being watched comforted me as usual.

How could I possibly know which parts of the universe could see which? My own view was so limited. I knew I could not, for instance, see into the future and know that brilliant, beautiful Max would be dead in

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ten years from a heroin overdose in Alphabet City. I could not know that the Reagan era was dawning and Lennon’s tender message of love would be drowned out by an endless rotation of material girls and gold-toothed boys rapping about bling.

All I knew was that Yoko would never feel John’s hand in her hair again and with that, I toppled into the mouth of grief.

I barked out a sob, startling myself. I was crying! Was I actually feeling something? My sobs joined the sad chorus around me and I felt connected to everyone around me by something deep and powerful that vibrated through us all. It frightened me and leaped outside myself and I observed my own grief through binoculars.

I’d seen a film on an all-school trip to the

of course there was no God and prayer was ridiculous.

I turned the power of ten in the other direction, reversing from the macro into the micro to see if maybe God was somewhere inside of me, like everybody said. I placed the camera on my parka and went inward. There was down, and derma, veins that ran like a subway map under a grocery bag of skin.

Beneath that, my skeleton was a suspension bridge, my skull, an abandoned building on the Major Deegan, with its windows punched out. Buried deep inside my rusting ribcage was a dumpsite of Ring Ding wrappers and used condoms, cigarette butts and dirty snow. If I had dumped it all onto the Central Park grass, the junk of me, it would have made a mess that nobody would ever want to touch. I knew I

THE MAN STOOD BEHIND THE WOMAN AND PUT HIS ARMS AROUND HER, STEPPING INTO THE LIGHT OVER THE SINK, AND WHEN I SAW HIS ROUND GLASSES THE DETAILS SUDDENLY REARRANGED THEMSELVES INTO ICONOGRAPHY, AND I UNDERSTOOD I WAS LOOKING AT JOHN LENNON AND YOKO ONO. Smithsonian Museum called “The Power of Ten.” It showed a woman sunbathing on a picnic blanket in a park and zoomed away from by powers of ten out into the macrocosm, then zoomed inward through the salt flats of her skin, into her body, down to the nuclei in her cells.

I imagined the power of ten camera on me, backing out into a wide shot, my blue parka becoming just a dot in the pointillist crowd, the roof of the Dakota, its turrets frosted in snow, turning cake-sized as the powers of ten clicked past. The park melted into the grid and bustle of Manhattan, which grew tiny, and floated like a dinghy full of crazy people off the coast of America, which itself was sinking under our collective grief and increasing burden of hatred. The earth itself was a mute speck spinning in infinite space, where our prayers for John and Yoko were a tiny squeak, unheard by God because

would never be Yoko.

The first sweet, simple chords of “Imagine” broke the silence, signaling the end of the ten minutes, but nobody moved, we all just stood there listening to John’s anthem of love and hope float through the air as we tried to imagine what was next. I shivered as the notes of the song blew through the interstices of my ribs.

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The Early Stories of Truman Capote Rediscovered in the archives of the New York Public Library, these short stories provide an unparalleled look at one of the twentieth century’s most original writers.

“These ten-plus stories were written when Capote was a teenager and young man and will shed light on his subsequent work while remaining sharply

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Curator's Corner Superheroes of Gotham at the New-York Historical Society

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A Room with a View

by Jacob M. Appel de Kooning’s Hamptons Studio, Accabonac House

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NYC Remembered

by Elizabeth Titus The historic Lotos Club: One of the oldest literary clubs in the country

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From the Sidelines

by Rebecca Land Soodak Soccer Snacks Hello from your snack parent!

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Gallery The 2016 Tribeca Film Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary Winter Antiques Show at The Park Avenue Armory

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HOLY HISTORY BATMAN!

SUPERHEROES TAKE OVER THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY shares the untold history of comic books, a cultural phenomenon born in 1930s New York City that has since taken the world by storm. On view through February 21, 2016, Superheroes in Gotham focuses on our culture’s most legendary superheroes – Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Captain America, Spider-Man and Iron Man – as well as more recent characters inspired by the contemporary city. Beyond the characters, Superheroes in Gotham considers the importance of New York as a creative force behind a uniquely American mythology.

Upon entering the New-York Historical Society’s Central Park West entrance, visitors are greeted by an original working Batmobile (1966), one of three cars created for the 1966-68 Batman television series. The first gallery will trace each character’s origins within the context of their creators and period events. A range of first-issue comic books will be displayed, including Superman’s Action Comics No. 1 and Batman (No. 1, Spring 1940). During World War II, many superhero stories channeled American concerns about the conflict. In addition, several of their creators also enlisted. Wartime issues of Captain America (1942) and an original drawing (ca. 2000) by Joe Simon—who served in the U.S. Coast Guard— will present Captain America as the ultimate patriotic warrior. Superman was also enlisted, and lent his support in a range of U.S. Army and Navy training materials (ca. 1942-43).

A drawing of Wonder Woman in an early version of her patriotic costume by H.G. Peter (ca. 1941) is shown alongside a “Wonder Woman for President” issue (No. 7, Winter 1943).

Two of Steve Ditko’s original drawings of Spider-Man’s first appearance in Amazing Fantasy (No. 15, September 1962) are displayed alongside a copy of the published issue. Considered Spider-Man’s “birth certificate,” these drawings are on public view for the first time outside of the Library of Congress. Other Cold War-era artifacts include original cover art for The Invincible Iron Man (No. 1, 1968).

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ABOVE: BOB KANE AND BILL FINGER BATMAN (NO. 1, SPRING 1940). PUBLISHED

BY DETECTIVE COMICS, INC., NEW YORK. SERIAL AND GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS DIVISION, LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, WASHINGTON D.C. OPPOSITE: JERRY SIEGEL (WRITER) AND JOE SHUSTER (ARTIST), ACTION COMICS (NO. 1, JUNE 1938). PUBLISHED BY DETECTIVE COMICS, INC., NEW YORK. COURTESY OF METROPOLISCOMICS.COM.

SUPERMAN FIRST APPEARED IN THE WAKE OF THE GREAT DEPRESSION IN ACTION COMICS (NO. 1). INSTANTANEOUSLY POPULAR, SUPERMAN AND HIS CRIMEFIGHTING ADVENTURES BECAME PROTOTYPES FOR THE SUPERHEROES THAT FOLLOWED. IN 1939, BATMAN WAS INTRODUCED IN DETECTIVE COMICS (NO. 27) AND SOON AFTER BATMAN (NO. 1) WAS PUBLISHED. A BROODING, URBAN VIGILANTE, WHO WAS ALSO ADEPT AT USING STATE-OF-THE-RT TECHNOLOGY, BATMAN’S STORY SPOKE TO MANY OF THE CHALLENGES OF MODERN CITY LIFE. WITHIN A YEAR OF HIS DEBUT, BATMAN EARNED HIS OWN COMIC BOOK SERIES.

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from page to screen decades before they became blockbuster movie franchises.

Scripts, audio recordings, animation cels, and cartoon clips illuminate Superman’s multimedia adaptation less than two years after his comic book debut. One particular clip from the Superman cartoon (1941) depicts the character flying for the first time, rather than leaping as he did in print. After appearing in two film serials in the 1940s, Batman was reimagined in a popular television series (1966-68) and full-length film (released in 1966). In addition to an original Batmobile (1966), the exhibition features three Batman set paintings by art director Leslie Thomas (ca. 1966-68) and a Catwoman costume (ca. 1966). Clips from the Wonder Woman television series (1975-79), as well as a copy of Ms. magazine’s first issue depicting her at the helm (1972), illuminate Wonder Woman’s development as a second-wave feminist icon.

The third and final gallery examines the enduring influence of superheroes on a wide range of New York-based artists, cartoonists, contemporary comic book creators, and fans.

Known today for his hyper real nude portraits, the exhibition features Philip Pearlstein’s Superman (1952), a proto-pop art painting from his early career. Also featured are cartoonist Mort Gerberg’s original illustration art for The New Yorker (“Do you have any references besides Batman?”, July 1997) alongside Batman drawings he doodled inside a childhood Hebrew School book (circa 1940). A costume from Spider-Man: Turn off the Dark (2011), the most-expensive production in Broadway history, is also on exhibit.

Superheroes in Gotham also explores contemporary New York-based superhero comics. A copy of DMC (2014)—which follows the comic book alter-ego of musician Darryl McDaniels in 1980s New York—is displayed alongside the hip-hop pioneer’s trademark fedora, glasses and Adidas sneakers (worn by the fictional superhero DMC as well). Also on view is art from Dean Haspiel’s independent web-based comic books, including the Brooklyn-based Red Hook and a comic book set, in part, during the 2003 blackout.

The exhibition concludes with ephemera from the United States’ first comic convention, which took place in New York in 1964, as well as photographs and posters from recent years. nyhistory.org 70 Central Park W, New York, NY.

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WONDER WOMAN WAS INTRODUCED TO THE AMERICAN PUBLIC IN 1941 IN ALL STAR COMICS (NO. 8). THIS DRAWING DEPICTS AN EARLY ITERATION OF HER PATRIOTIC COSTUME. WONDER WOMAN DEBUT COINCIDED WITH THE UNITED STATES’ ENTRY INTO WORLD WAR II. MANY EARLY SUPERHERO ARTISTS SERVED IN THE MILITARY DURING THE WAR AND ADAPTED THEIR SUPERHERO CHARACTERS FOR ARMY TRAINING MANUALS AND MILITARY NEWSPAPERS. SUPERMAN CREATOR JERRY SIEGEL ENLISTED IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY IN 1943 AND WROTE REGULAR COLUMNS FOR SEVERAL MILITARY NEWSPAPERS, INCLUDING STARS & STRIPES AND YANK.

LEFT: AMAZING FANTASY (NO. 15, SEPTEMBER 1962).PUBLISHED BY ATLAS MAGAZINES, INC. SERIAL AND GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS DIVISION, LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, WASHINGTON D.C. BELOW: STEVE DITKO, ORIGINAL ART FOR THE FIRST APPEARANCE OF SPIDERMAN IN AMAZING FANTASY (NO. 15, 1962). SERIAL AND GOVERNMENT PUBLICATIONS DIVISION, LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, WASHINGTON D.C.

SPIDER-MAN WAS CREATED IN 1962 BY THE RENOWNED MARVEL EDITOR STAN LEE AND ARTIST STEVE DITKO. AS INSTINCTIVE HUMORIST AND STORYTELLER, LEE DEVELOPED COUNTLESS ENDURING SUPERHEROES FOR WHAT BECAME KNOWN AS “THE MARVEL UNIVERSE.” ON PUBLIC VIEW FOR THE FIRST TIME OUTSIDE OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY WILL EXHIBIT TWO OF DITKO’S ORIGINAL DRAWINGS FROM SPIDER-MAN’S PREMIERE IN AMAZING FANTASY (NO. 15).

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INTRODUCED DURING THE UNITED STATES’ INVOLVEMENT IN THE VIETNAM WAR, BILLIONAIRE BUSINESSMAN-ENGINEER TONY STARK DONS A HIGH-POWERED SUIT OF ARMOR, EMPLOYS TECHNOLOGICAL WEAPONS, AND FIGHTS TO PRESERVE AMERICAN VALUES AGAINST DANGEROUS FOREIGN THREATS AS IRON MAN. DURING THE SAME PERIOD, SECOND-WAVE FEMINISM MOVED FROM THEORY TO ACTION, AND MS. MAGAZINE PUT THE IMAGE OF WONDER WOMAN ON THE COVER OF ITS INAUGURAL ISSUE.

ABOVE: MS. MAGAZINE (ISSUE NO. 1), 1972.

NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY. COURTESY AND © MS. MAGAZINE LEFT: GENE COLAN AND JOHNNY CRAIG. ORIGINAL COVER ART FOR IRON MAN (NO. 1, MAY 1968).

COLLECTION OF DAVID MANDEL.

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ABOVE: LESLIE THOMAS, PENGUIN’S SUBMARINE [WITH THE JOKER], PAINTING FOR BATMAN, CA. 1966-68. ACRYLIC ON BOARD. JAMES BRANCH CABELL SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES. LEFT: GEORGE BARRIS KUSTOM CITY, BATMOBILE, NO. 3, 1966.

COLLECTION OF DR. STEWART BERKOWITZ.

AFTER APPEARING IN TWO FILM SERIALS IN THE 1940S, BATMAN WAS REIMAGINED IN A POPULAR TELEVISION SERIES (1966-68) AND FULL-LENGTH FILM (RELEASED IN 1966). THE EXHIBITION WILL FEATURE THREE BATMAN SET PAINTINGS BY ART DIRECTOR LESLIE THOMAS. ONE OF THE MANY ICONIC PROPS CREATED FOR THE TELEVISION SERIES WAS A WORKING BATMOBILE, A TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED CAR THAT AIDED BATMAN IN HIS PURSUIT OF EVIL-DOERS. BATMOBILE NO. 3, ONE OF THREE COPIES OF THE FAMOUS VEHICLE, WELCOMES VISITORS JUST INSIDE THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S ENTRANCE ON CENTRAL PARK WEST.

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FROM PAINTER PHILIP PEARLSTEIN TO NEW YORKER CARTOONIST MORT GERBERG, ARTISTS AND ILLUSTRATORS HAVE LONG PAID HOMAGE TO THE SUPERHERO TRADITION IN THEIR WORK. TO THIS DAY, SUPERMAN AND OTHER CHARACTERS CONTINUE TO RESONATE WITH EVERYDAY CITIZENS GRAPPLING WITH THE CHALLENGES OF LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY.

RIGHT: PHILIP PEARLSTEIN SUPERMAN, 1952. OIL ON CANVAS. THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, NEW YORK. IMAGE © SCALA / ART RESOURCE AND BETTY CUNINGHAM GALLERY TOP: ANDREW HERMAN (FEDERAL ART PROJECT), BOWERY RESTAURANT, 1940.

THE MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK.

MUSICIAN DARRYL MCDANIELS ROSE TO PROMINENCE DURING THE 1980S WITH HIS HIP-HOP GROUP RUN-DMC. AN AVID, LONG- TIME COMIC BOOK FAN, MCDANIELS RECENTLY CREATED A NEW SUPERHERO, DMC. SET IN 1980S NEW YORK, DMC STRIVES TO “PROTECT THE POWERLESS.”

DARRYL MCDANIELS (CREATOR), BOB WIACEK (ILLUSTRATOR).

DMC GRAPHIC NOVEL. © 2014 DARRYL MAKES COMICS, LLC.

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a room with a view

by Jacob M. Appel

ACCABONAC HOUSE

AN ARTISTIC RESIDENCE TO HONOR THE CREATIVE SPIRIT OF THE DE KOONING FAMILY AS WITH

almost everything related to the Dutchborn American abstract expressionist Willem de Kooning—from his paintings to his personal life— far more is going on at Accabonac House than first meets the eye. The charming-but-modest dwelling which de Kooning acquired in 1961 from his wife’s brother, Peter Fried, in return for a painting, served briefly as the artist’s residence and studio in the early 1960s. Located in the East Hampton hamlet of Springs, New York, opposite the cemetery where contemporaries Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner are buried, the home sits on ten wooded acres as tranquil as any Long Island has to offer— a landscape that reportedly reminded the artist of his native Holland. Several of de Kooning’s iconic works, including “Woman VIII” and the “Clam Diggers,” were likely fashioned in the converted garage behind the house. Later, after transferring his workspace to a larger studio nearby, de Kooning installed his mistress, illustrator Joan Ward, and their daughter, Lisa, in the dwelling. Now, more than half a century after abstract expressionists of “The New York School” first moved to the South Fork, the son of another of de Kooning’s paramours, Alex Kilgore, has transformed the unassuming structure into an artists’ residence.

“Lisa was always very generous with the house,” recalls Kilgore, a longtime friend. “She understood its artistic legacy.” During Kilgore’s tenure as artistic director of the off-Broadway theater company, stageFARM, de Kooning’s daughter allowed him to invite writers, directors and actors to stay on the property. So when Lisa died unexpectedly in 2012, Kilgore broached with her daughters the possibility of creating an artistic residence in her memory. With the family’s blessing, he then secured approval from the town and recruited a board of directors that includes film producer Rachael Horovitz and playwright Marsha Norman. His goal was to create a venue where artists from different backgrounds and fields learn from each other. “My interest wasn’t in curating,” explains Kilgore. “We need a dialogue. Accabonac House is about cross-pollination... about bringing artists together. The common thread in everything here is narrative and storytelling.”

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the local community. An initial launch party occurred in June, 2015 at the landmark Ashawagh Hall and featured performances by the Monica Bill Barnes Company and the Invisible Familiars. While the dance and music were free, a silent auction raised funds for the residency.

Kilgore is himself an artist of varied talents. After leaving home at an early age to play in “an underground punk rock bank in San Francisco” during what he described as his “salad days,” and later doing sound design for a theater in Texas, he returned to New York in the 1990s to act. Theater billings include David Folwell’s Boise and Jessica Goldberg’s Refuge.

Among his directing credits at stageFarm were the world premiere of Folwell’s Drug Buddy (2006). More recently, he has written for film and television. He also continues to perform music with the band Claw. Yet to New York theatergoers, Kilgore is likely best-known at the President of the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, the English-speaking world’s most lucrative prize for female playwrights—an award that also comes with a signed, limited-edition de Kooning print.

“What I really want to be doing is making short films,” said Kilgore. He laments that the “production mills grind

ABOVE: ACCABONAC HOUSE PHOTO BY CONSTANCE KILGORE OPPOSITE: TOP: ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ALEX KILGORE AND BAND INVISIBLE FAMILIARS. PHOTO BY VALERIE BREA ROSS LEFT: BOARD MEMBER RACHAEL HOROVITZ. PHOTO BY VALERIE BREA ROSS RIGHT: LEFT- ANNA BASS AND RIGHT- MONICA BILL BARNES PERFORM HAPPY HOUR AT ACCABONAC HOUSE LAUNCH. PHOTO BY DAVID WILSON BARNES

so slowly”—both in theater and cinema. He is hopeful that in addition to service as an artistic residence, Accabonac House can become a vehicle to help aspiring scriptwriters and filmmakers overcome these barriers.

Kilgore has been able to draw upon artists he knows to populate the residency in its infancy. The first official artist-in-residence was playwright Annie Baker, whose restrained comedy, The Flick, won the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Other recent guests have included dramatists Adam Rapp, Nina Bieber and Gina Gionfriddo. Future residents will be proposed by a nominating committee and selected by an advisory board that includes musicians, playwrights, filmmakers and visual artists. One of the current residents, painter Jim Tozzi, finds inspiration in working in a studio with such a creative legacy. “The energy of the space and

the history make it—for me, at least—a real pleasure.... Basically, I feel good about working here.”

Some changes have occurred at Accabonac House since the de Kooning era. Lisa added a sun-friendly wing onto the house and jazzy, color-themed wallpaper in the bedrooms.

Gone is the celebrated horse that reportedly opened refrigerator doors with its jaw, replaced by some of the artwork remaining from Kilgore’s silent auction. One distinctive feature that does remain is the signature tiny blind door perched high in the rafters, a vestige of de

Kooning’s fascination with doors and windows.

This seems a fitting tribute to a family that continues to open its doors to so many artists with such generosity.

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He is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he teaches medical ethics and creative writing.

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NYC REMEMBERED A Refuge on 66th Street:

The Lotos Club

by Elizabeth Titus

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ne of the oldest literary clubs in America, the Lotos Club was founded in 1870 by a group of young writers, journalists, and critics who wanted a place to go for conversation and good company.

They wanted their club to be different from other clubs – more inclusive, more comfortable, more active – and nearly 150 years later, it is still exactly that.

The Lotos Club has maintained a low profile over the years, but, explains current Club president Michael D. Yon, “We’re wellknown for our select membership and their dedication to the arts and education. We’re bankers, lawyers, teachers, doctors, working artists – men and women from all walks of life – but we share a commitment to the arts and the desire to keep learning and keep talking about what’s going on in the world around us.”

The Club is located in a magnificent five-story brick and limestone building at 5 East 66th Street. According to Nancy Johnson, Lotos Club Archivist, the Club has had five homes since its founding in 1870, and has been at its current one, acquired in 1947, the longest. Johnson explained how the house was built in 1900 by Margaret Vanderbilt Shepard (1845-1924), a granddaughter of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt. Mrs. Shepard hired noted architect Richard Howland Hunt, son of the first American Beaux-Arts architect, Richard Morris Hunt, to design the house for her daughter, Maria Louisa Shepard (18701948), and son-in-law, William Jay Schieffelin. Paul Goldberger, former architecture critic for The New York Times, described the Lotos Club building as “a sumptuous mansion in lavish Second Empire style… at once a theatrical, energetic façade, and a gentle, urbane neighbor on East 66th.”

The Lotos Club has always been open to members of all races, religions, and ethnic groups. It was also the first New York City private men’s club to admit women as members, with a unanimous vote at the start of its second century, in May 1977. And in 2010, the Club elected its first female president, Anne Russell.

Club Vice President Ellen Monk described the ineffable feeling she had the first time she walked through the grand oak doors and entered the circular receiving area in 2002: “I knew immediately that I had found a home, a place where I’d be surrounded and embraced by people who share my love of the arts.” Since then, she has taken an active role in Club governance and cultural events.

“Lotos is unique among New York’s private clubs,” Monk explained. “It’s small, about 800 members, and through our dues structure, we make the Club accessible to professional artists, academics, and members of the clergy, the military, and government. We also welcome out-of-towners and young

GREGORY PARDLO WITH ANNE RUSSELL, PRESIDENT OF THE LOTOS FOUNDATION AT THE FOUNDATION’S 15TH ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY IN APRIL 2015. PARDLO RECEIVED A 2004 LOTOS FOUNDATION PRIZE, AND WAS AWARDED THE 2015 PULITZER PRIZE IN POETRY IN 2015.

“Visit the Club on any given day,” Monk said, “and you will find writers reading each other’s latest work, historians and history buffs sharing perspectives, theater enthusiasts talking about plays, art historians and collectors comparing impressions of art works, poets and poetry lovers reveling in the sheer pleasure of words, and musicians and music lovers immersed in music and conversation.”

Because of its commitment to ensuring the continued vibrancy of New York City as a center of artistic ferment, a place where talented young people can work and find inspiration, the Club members set up The Lotos Foundation in 2000.

This charitable and educational foundation,

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members.” Applicants must be sponsored by two current members, submit an application, and be interviewed before admission. The Club has 14 overnight rooms with private bath available to its members, their guests, and members of reciprocal clubs in the U.S. and abroad.

Few know that the Club took its name – and its odd spelling – from “The LotosEaters,” a poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson published in 1832. The story of the lotoseaters comes from Homer’s The Odyssey.

The poem was inspired by Tennyson’s trip to Spain, and it describes a group of mariners who, upon eating the lotos plant, enter an altered state where they become isolated from the outside world. This is the feeling of “rest and harmony” that the founders hoped the Club would bring to its members.

MARK TWAIN AT THE LOTOS CLUB: NOVEMBER 10, 1900 AT THE CLUB’S 2ND STATE DINNER FOR TWAIN. THIS WAS AT THE 3RD CLUBHOUSE AT 558 FIFTH AVENUE NEAR 46TH STREET.

the purpose of which is consistent with the mission and objectives of the Club, is currently led by Anne Russell.

The Lotos Foundation supports, encourages, and recognizes exceptional students and emerging artists in the fields that have been

of primary interest to the Club throughout its history: literature, art, sculpture, music, architecture, journalism, drama, science, education, and the learned professions. In 2014, the Lotos Foundation honored a theater director, a choreographer, and a photographer, and in 2015 a composer, playwright, poet, and sculptor. The Foundation calls upon prominent arts professionals in New York City to offer nominations for the prizes, which include a cash award of $5,000.

The Lotos Club is famous for its State Dinners honoring men and women of high achievement. During a tour of the Club, Archivist Nancy Johnson pointed out the menus from these dinners that line the walls of the wood-paneled Grill Room. Honorees include W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, Ulysses S. Grant, Woodrow Wilson, Enrico Caruso, George M. Cohan, Amelia Earhart, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, Robert Moses, Harry S. Truman, Leonard Bernstein, Robert Frost, Beverly Sills, Margaret Mead, Linus Pauling, Saul Bellow, Joe DiMaggio, Roy Lichtenstein, Arthur Miller, Dave Brubeck, Elaine Stritch, Wynton Marsalis, Tony Bennett – and more than a dozen New York City mayors and many other men and women of achievement.

Johnson is now immersed in compiling these menus into a book.

At a State Dinner in 1906, St. Clair McKelway, editor of the Brooklyn Eagle, tried to capture the essence of the Lotos Club when he said, “As I remember, it was formed by men in the professions or in the arts for finer purposes than conventional clubs could easily subserve. The Lotos Club drew those who ranked sentiment above solidity, achievement above assumption and learning above wealth.”

Mark Twain, a lifelong member and frequent overnight guest of the Lotos Club, famously called it “The Ace of Clubs,” and today, it is easy to see why. Never losing sight of the vision of its founders, the Lotos Club is unique in a city of private clubs, never calling attention to itself, but rather, providing a refuge for like-minded people who share a desire for life-long learning and reflection.

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from the sidelines

by Rebecca Land Soodak

SOCCER SNACKS: A SATIRE From: Lois Langston Subject: Red Dragons Snack Dear Red Dragons, Welcome to Upper East Side Soccer Squad’s (UESSS) fall season. I’m Lois Langston, your snack parent and I’m writing to set up a snack schedule. While there are no official UESSS rules regarding snack, it’s customary to provide fruit at half time (often sliced oranges) and a ‘sweet’ after the game. Doughnuts work nicely.

Brownies, too! Be creative. Have fun with it.

Let me know ASAP which week you’d like to volunteer so I can put together a master list in plenty of time for the game.

Yours, Lois PS- Water or juice boxes are always appreciated, but no pressure!

Dear Lois.

Put me down for the third week. Would homemade chocolate chip cookies be good?

Val Montagne Dragons, Thanks, Val--you reminded me … Absolutely **no** peanuts in any snacks!! But to answer your question, chocolate chip cookies sound delicious. I’ll put you down for the third week.

Lois Dear Lois, Is it okay if I bring snack the last week? My husband’s in London for most of the season, leaving me with our three kids. :( Harper Lois, Did I say the third week, I meant the fourth.

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Val, got you down for the fourth. Harper, you’re on for the last.

Yours, Lois Hi Red Dragons, I propose that this season we skip snack altogether. Below is a useful link to a website that shows the latest research correlating sweet snacks to learning disabilities and ADD/ ADHD. (Not to mention the obesity epidemic plaguing our kids today. Plus, we only eat organic citrus, so I’m concerned someone might bring in oranges (or grapes) dripping in pesticides which have been associated with Autism and/or conduct disorders in incarcerated youth. It’s up to us to model healthy choices.

Best, Cecile Randolph www.modelhealthychoices.com Dear Cecile, I really like the camaraderie when teams break bread together. Perhaps we should take a vote?

What do you think Lois?

Warm regards, Selma Sacks Red Dragons, I’m with Selma re. the camaraderie thing. Not to mention, I love doughnuts.

Hannah Palmer Girls, I think a case can be made for both perspectives, but if we’re going to vote on this, shouldn’t each side have the opportunity to present their viewpoint in a venue more conducive to consensus building? I volunteer my apartment for a meeting. We’re on 82nd and Park.

Just an idea, Tessa Tessa, My husband is in London on business and it’s VERY difficult to attend any meetings, especially on weeknights.

Harper Hi All, Here’s some food for thought, no pun intended. A similar issue came up on my older son’s travel league. Instead of bonding over

food they did a team-building exercise that involved relay races with eggs on a spoon.

Or something like that. He’s at Harvard now.

I’ll email him and see what they did.

BTW—Harper, I know an excellent sitter.

(Or skype?)

Sharon Fontana Lois, Are we going to table volunteering until after Tessa’s meeting? If not, I can do the fourth week. BTW I read Cecile’s link about conduct disorders and saturated fats. Scary stuff.

FYI, Fresh Direct has excellent organic produce.

Risa Raymor Dragons, After much thought, I think as snack parent, I should make an executive decision. I mean, if that’s okay with everyone. Let me know.

Lois PS– Fresh Direct has an organic department!?

Who knew?

Red Dragons, It’s not a problem. My children understand that our family values healthful living differently than most other families.

Cecile Thanks, Cecile! The rest of you, please let me know ASAP which week you can do.

Lois Hi Lois.

I can do the fifth week. For some reason my son will only eat clementines. Hope that’s cool. But if I can’t find organic, Harry will make do. (Or he’ll just have his own clementine, and I’ll bring everyone else oranges. Whatever.)

-Risa Girls, I got it all wrong. The egg on the spoon thing was for debate team, NOT travel soccer. Lois, put me down for week number 3.

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I’M CONCERNED SOMEONE MIGHT BRING IN ORANGES (OR GRAPES) DRIPPING IN PESTICIDES WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH AUTISM AND/OR CONDUCT DISORDERS Lois, Decide away!

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Harper Guys stop pressing reply all, it’s jamming my in box.

Warm Regards, Lauren Sherp CEO- Equities Solutions Risa, The fourth is taken. Any other week?

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IN LIGHTS OUT, LONGTIME NIGHTLINE ANCHOR TED KOPPEL REVEALS THAT A WELL-DESIGNED CYBERATTACK ON THE NATION’S POWER GRID COULD CRIPPLE OUR NATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE—AND THAT WE ARE COMPLETELY UNPREPARED.

Warfare 2.0 “EVERYONE IS NOT ENTITLED TO HIS OWN FACTS.” –DANIEL PATRICK MOYNIHAN DARKNESS. Extended periods of darkness, longer and more profound than anyone now living in one of America’s great cities has ever known.

As power shuts down there is darkness and the sudden loss of electrical conveniences. As batteries lose power, there is the more gradual failure of cellphones, portable radios, and flashlights.

Emergency generators provide pockets of light and power, but there is little running water anywhere. In cities with water towers on the roofs of high-rise buildings, gravity keeps the flow going for two, perhaps three days. When this runs out, taps go dry; toilets no longer flush.

Emergency supplies of bottled water are too scarce to use for anything but drinking, and there is nowhere to replenish the supply. Disposal of human waste becomes a critical issue within days.

Supermarket and pharmacy shelves are empty in a matter of hours. It is a shock to discover how quickly a city can exhaust its food supplies.

Stores do not readily adapt to panic buying, and many city dwellers, accustomed to ordering out, have only scant supplies at home. There is no immediate resupply, and people become desperate.

For the first couple of days, emergency personnel are overwhelmingly engaged in rescuing people trapped in elevators. Medicines are running out. Home care patients reliant on ventilators and other medical machines are already dying. One city has hoisted balloons marking the sites of generators, hauled out of storage to serve new emergency centers. Almost everyone needs some kind of assistance, and no one has adequate information.

The city has flooded the streets with police to preserve calm, to maintain order, but the police themselves lack critical information. People are less concerned with what exactly happened than with how long it will take to restore power. This is a society that regards information, the ability to communicate instantly, as an entitlement. Round-the-clock chatter on radio and television continues, but there’s little new information and a diminishing number of people still have access to

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functioning radios and television sets. The constant barrage of messages that once flowed between iPhones and among laptops has sputtered to a trickle. The tissue of emails, texts, and phone calls that held our social networks together is tearing.

There is a growing awareness that this power outage extends far beyond any particular city and its suburbs. It may extend over several states.

Tens of millions of people appear affected. Fuel is beginning to run out.

Operating gas stations have no way of determining when their supply of gasoline and diesel will be replenished, and gas stations without backup generators are unable to operate their pumps. Those with generators are running out of fuel and shutting down.

The amount of water, food, and fuel consumed by a city of several million inhabitants is staggering. Emergency supplies are sufficient only for a matter of days, and official estimates of how much help is needed and how soon it can be delivered are vague, uncertain. The majority who believed that power outages are limited in duration, that help always arrives from beyond the edge of darkness, is undergoing a crisis of conviction. The assumption that the city, the state, or even the federal government has the plans and the wherewithal to handle this particular crisis is being replaced by the terrible sense that people are increasingly on their own. When that awareness takes hold it leads to a contagion of panic and chaos.

There are emergency preparedness plans in place for earthquakes and hurricanes, heat waves and ice storms. There are plans for power outages of a few days, affecting as many as several million people. But if a highly populated area was without electricity for a period of months or even weeks, there is no master plan for the civilian population.

PREPARING FOR DOOMSDAY has its own rich history in this country, and predictions of the apocalypse are hardly new to people of my generation. We lived for decades with the assumption that nuclear war with the Soviet Union was a real possibility. We learned some useful lessons. Ultimately, Moscow and Washington came to the conclusion that mutual assured destruction, holding each other hostage to the fear of nuclear reprisal, was a healthier approach to coexistence than mass evacuation or hunkering down in our respective warrens of bomb shelters in the hopes of surviving a nuclear winter.

We are living in different times. Whether the threat of nuclear war has

already absorbed it into the catalogue of daily outrages that we observe, briefly register, and ultimately ignore. Over the course of less than a generation, cyber criminals have become adept at using the Internet for robbery on an almost unimaginable scale. Still, despite the media attention generated by the more dazzling smash-and-grab operations, the cyber criminals whose only intention is to siphon off wealth or hijack several million credit card identities should have a lower priority among our concerns. Their goal is merely grand larceny.

More worrisome is the increasing number of cyberattacks designed to vacuum up enormous quantities of data in what appear to be wholesale intelligence gathering operations. The most ambitious of these was announced on June 4, 2015, and targeted the Office of Personnel Management, which handles government security clearances and federal employee records. The New York Times quoted J. David Cox Sr., the president of the American Federation of Government Employees, as saying the breach might have affected “all 2.1 million current federal employees and an additional two million federal retirees and former employees.” FBI director James Comey told a Senate hearing that the actual number of hacked files was likely more than ten times that number—22.1 million.

Government sources were quoted as claiming that the intrusion originated in China. The Times report raises a number of relevant issues: The probe was initiated at the end of 2014. It wasn’t discovered until April of 2015.

It is believed to have originated in China, but the Chinese government denied the charge, challenging U.S. authorities to provide evidence.

Producing evidence would reveal highly classified sources and methods.

“The most sophisticated attacks,” the Times noted, “often look as if they were initiated inside the United States, and tracking their true paths can lead down many blind paths.” But as disturbing as these massive data collection operations may be, even they do not come close to representing the greatest cyber threat. Our attention needs to be focused on those who intend widespread destruction.

THE INTERNET PROVIDES INSTANT, often anonymous access to the operations that enable our critical infrastructure systems to function safely and efficiently. In early March 2015 the Government Accountability Office issued a report warning that the air traffic control system is vulnerable to cyberattack. This, the report concluded with commendable understatement, “could disrupt air traffic control

The amount of water, food, and fuel consumed by a city of several million inhabitants is staggering. actually receded or whether we’ve simply become inured to a condition we cannot change, most of us have finally learned “to stop worrying and love the bomb.” In reality, though, the ranks of our enemies, those who would and can inflict serious damage on America, have grown and diversified. So many of our transactions are now conducted in cyberspace that we have developed dependencies we could not even have imagined a generation ago. To be dependent is to be vulnerable. We have grown cheerfully dependent on the benefits of our online transactions, even as we observe the growth of cyber crime. We remain largely oblivious to the potential catastrophe of a well-targeted cyberattack.

On one level, cyber crime is now so commonplace that we have

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operations.” Our rail system, our communications networks, and our healthcare system are similarly vulnerable. If, however, an adversary of this country has as its goal inflicting maximum damage and pain on the largest number of Americans, there may not be a more productive target than one of our electric power grids.

Electricity is what keeps our society tethered to modern times. There are three power grids that generate and distribute electricity throughout the United States, and taking down all or any part of a grid would scatter millions of Americans in a desperate search for light, while those unable to travel would tumble back into something approximating the midnineteenth century. The very structure that keeps electricity flowing

throughout the United States depends absolutely on computerized systems designed to maintain perfect balance between supply and demand. Maintaining that balance is not an accounting measure, it is an operational imperative. The point needs to be restated: for the grid to remain fully operational, the supply and demand of electricity have to be kept in perfect balance. It is the Internet that provides the instant access to the computerized systems that maintain that equilibrium. If a sophisticated hacker gained access to one of those systems and succeeded in throwing that precarious balance out of kilter, the consequences would be devastating. We can take limited comfort in the knowledge that such an attack would require painstaking preparation and a highly sophisticated understanding of how the system works and where its vulnerabilities lie. Less reassuring is the knowledge that several nations already have that expertise, and—even more unsettling—that criminal and terrorist organizations are in the process of acquiring it. Our media report daily on increasingly bold and costly acts of online piracy that are already costing the U.S. economy countless billions of dollars a year. Cyberattacks as instruments of national policy, though, tend to be less visible because neither the target nor the attacker is inclined to publicize the event.

History often provides a lens through which irony comes into focus. The United States, for example, was the first and only nation to have used an atomic weapon, and it has spent the intervening decades trying to limit nuclear proliferation. And the United States, in collaboration with Israel, mounted a hugely successful cyberattack on Iran’s nuclear program in 2008 and now finds itself dealing with the consequences of having been the first to use a digital weapon as an instrument of policy. Iran wasted little time in launching what appeared to be a retaliatory cyberattack, choosing to target Aramco in Saudi Arabia, destroying thirty thousand of its computers. Why the Saudi oil giant instead of an American or Israeli target? We can only speculate.

Iran may have wanted to issue a warning, demonstrating some of its own cyber capabilities without directly engaging the more dangerous Americans or Israelis. In any event, Iran made its point, and a new style of warfare has, within a matter of only a few years, become commonplace. Russia, China, and Iran, among others, continue on an almost daily basis to demonstrate a range of cyber capabilities in espionage, denial-of-service attacks, and the planting of digital time bombs, capable of inflicting widespread damage on a U.S. power grid or other piece of critical infrastructure.

For several reasons, the clear logic of a swift attack and response that enables a policy of deterrence between nuclear rivals does not yet exist in the world of cyber warfare. For one, cyberattacks can be launched or activated from anywhere in the world. The point at which a command originates is often deliberately disguised so that its electronic instruction appears to be coming from a point several iterations removed from its actual location. It is difficult to retaliate against an aggressor with no return address. Nation-states may be inhibited by the prospect of ultimately being unmasked, but it is not easily or instantly accomplished.

For another, the list of capable cyberattackers is far more numerous than the current list of the world’s nuclear powers. We literally have no count of how many groups or even individuals are capable of launching truly damaging attacks on our electric power grids—some, perhaps even most of them, uninhibited by the threat of retaliation.

There is scant consolation to be found in the fact that a major attack on the grid hasn’t happened yet. Modified attacks on government, banking, commercial, and infrastructure targets are already occurring daily, and while sufficient motive to take out an electric power grid may be lacking for the moment, capability is not. As the ranks of capable

actors grow, the bar for cyber aggression is lowered. The unintended consequences of Internet dependency are already piling up. Prudence suggests that we at least consider the possibility of a cyberattack against the grid, the consequences of which would be so devastating that no administration could consider it anything less than an act of war.

This book is about dealing with the consequences of losing power in more than one sense of the word. Without ready access to electricity, we are thrust back into another age—an age in which many of us would lack both the experience and the resources to survive. Precisely how that happens is, ultimately, less important than how prepared we are for the consequences. It would be reassuring to report that the grid is adequately defended against cyberattack. It is not. The grid is a network connecting thousands of companies, many of which still put profit ahead of security.

Critical equipment that is decades old and difficult to replace sits in exposed locations, vulnerable to physical attack. Computerized systems that control the flow of electricity around the country were designed before anyone even contemplated cyberspace as an environment suited to malicious attacks. It would be comforting to report that those agencies charged with responding to disaster are adequately prepared to deal with the consequences of a cyberattack on the grid. They are not. The Department of Homeland Security has no plans beyond those designed to deal with the aftermath of natural disasters. The deputy administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) believes that a major urban center would have to be evacuated. His boss, the administrator, does not. The administrator believes that a successful cyberattack on a power grid is possible, even likely. His deputy does not.

The current secretary of homeland security is sure that a plan to deal with the aftermath of a cyberattack on the grid exists, but he doesn’t know any details of the plan. As of this writing, there is no specific plan.

We are unprepared, but why isn’t the issue higher on our list of national priorities? It is difficult for anyone holding public office to focus attention on a problem without being able to offer any solutions. Then, too, the American public needs to be convinced that the threat is real. And let the record show: it is not easy to convince the American public of anything.

For example, in February 2014 the British market research company YouGov posed the following question about President Obama to a sampling of one thousand American adults: “Would you say you know for sure he was born outside the U.S., or do you think it is possible he was born in the United States?” Thirty-nine percent of those sampled stated with confidence that they “know for sure he was born outside the U.S.” And in 2013 the Pew Research Center released the results of a global survey conducted in thirty-nine countries and involving 37,653 respondents. One of the key questions sought to establish whether people consider global warming a threat to their country. Only 40 percent of Americans did, placing the United States among the least concerned countries, along with China, Pakistan, Egypt, the Czech Republic, Israel, and Jordan. One year later, another Pew Research Center survey examined the impact of political ideology on the issue of global warming. The survey found that 91 percent of people identifying themselves as “solid liberals” believed that “the earth is getting warmer,” while only 21 percent of those identifying themselves as “steadfast conservatives” agreed.

Fifty years ago, in the era of Walter Cronkite, Chet Huntley, David Brinkley, Howard K. Smith, and Eric Sevareid, Americans communed by the tens of millions before their television sets in a willing, if temporary, suspension of partisanship. In hindsight, the notion that Cronkite, a WESTONMAGAZINEGROUP.COM

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television anchorman, polled regularly as “the most trusted man in America” seems quaint. Brinkley twinkled a little, but for the most part, all of those somber, gray men took themselves and their nightly presentation of important events seriously, and their viewing public, without easy alternatives at hand, tended to reflect that broad-based, middle-of-the-road sobriety. There was, even back then, an undercurrent of irritation at the “liberal tendencies” of the television news networks, but this was in an era before CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC—indeed, before the existence of cable television. The broadcast networks were the only game in town. If there was anything approaching a common denominator, providing the American public with a foundation of shared civic values, it was those three newscasts on CBS, NBC, and ABC. Today, reports of the day’s events are conveyed to the viewing public

happen and then we assign blame. Despite mounting evidence of cyber crime and cyber sabotage, there appears to be widespread confidence that each can be contained before it inflicts unacceptable damage. The notion that some entity has either the ability or the motive to launch a sophisticated cyber attack against our nation’s infrastructure, and in particular against our electric power grids, exists, if at all, on the outer fringes of public consciousness. It is true that unless and until it happens, there is no proof that it can; for now, what we are left with, for better or worse, is the testimony of experts. There will be more than a few who take issue with the conclusions of this reporter that the grid is at risk.

This book reflects the assessment of those in the military and intelligence communities and the academic, industrial, and civic authorities who brought me to the conclusion that it is.

If an adversary of this country has as its goal inflicting maximum damage and pain on the largest number of Americans, there may not be a more productive target than one of our electric power grids. by way of alternate universes. The Fox News cable channel conveys its version of reality, while at the other end of the ideological spectrum MSNBC presents its version. They and their many counterparts on radio are more the result of an economic dynamic than a political one.

Dispatching journalists into the field to gather information costs money; hiring a glib bloviator is relatively cheap, and inviting opinionated guests to vent on the air is entirely cost-free. It wouldn’t work if it weren’t popular, and audiences, it turns out, are endlessly absorbed by hearing amplified echoes of their own biases. It’s divisive and damaging to the healthy functioning of our political system, but it’s also indisputably inexpensive and, therefore, good business. And cable television and talk radio remain models of objectivity and restraint compared to what is routinely exchanged as “information” and “news” on the less restrained regions of the Internet. Even as digital tools elevate worthy voices once shut out of mainstream civic discourse, the Internet is also giving rise to “filter bubbles” that decrease users’ exposure to conflicting viewpoints and reinforce their own ideological frames. As these various opinion echo chambers grow in influence, the broadcast news networks continue to lose audience and traditional newspapers struggle to survive.

Daniel Patrick Moynihan, the late senator from New York, once famously suggested that while everyone is entitled to his own opinion, he’s not entitled to his own facts. The implication was that opinions could be, indeed should be, modified by facts. Nowadays, though, when facts themselves frequently become the object of partisan disagreement, opinions simply calcify into certainties. Attempting to alert the American public to an impending crisis becomes more difficult when the subject itself is complicated and defies easy or brief explanation. If only we could defer to the experts—but in today’s political environment we have become conditioned to the notion that there is an expert to support almost any point of view. It has never been more difficult to convince the American public of anything that it is not already inclined to believe.

Ours has become a largely reactive culture. We are disinclined to anticipate disaster, let alone prepare for it. We wait for bad things to

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On April 13, 2010, a bipartisan group of ten former national security, intelligence, and energy officials, including former secretaries of defense James Schlesinger and William Perry, former directors of central intelligence John Deutsch and James Woolsey, and former White House national security advisors Stephen Hadley and Robert McFarlane, sent a confidential letter, not previously released, to congressman Ed Markey, the chairman and ranking member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Written in support of the pending Grid Reliability and Infrastructure Defense Act, the letter came to some blunt conclusions: “Virtually all of our civilian critical infrastructure—including telecommunications, water, sanitation, transportation, and healthcare—depends on the electric grid.

The grid is extremely vulnerable to disruption by a cyber- or other attack.

Our adversaries already have the capability to carry out such an attack. The consequences of a large-scale attack on the U.S. grid would be catastrophic for our national security and economy.”

It went on to say: “Under current conditions, timely reconstitution of the grid following a carefully targeted attack if particular equipment is destroyed would be impossible; and according to government experts, would result in widespread outages for at least months to two years or more, depending on the nature of the attack.”

The House passed the proposed legislation. It has been stuck in the Senate ever since.

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TED KOPPEL, a 42-year veteran of ABC News, was anchor and managing editor of Nightline from 1980 to 2005. In 2012, New York University named Koppel one of the top 100 American journalists of the past hundred years. He has won every significant television award, including 8 George Foster Peabody Awards, 11 Overseas Press Club Awards, 12 duPont-Columbia Awards and 42 Emmys.

Reprinted from LIGHTS OUT: A CYBERATTACK, A NATION UNPREPARED, SURVIVING THE AFTERMATH Copyright © 2015

by Ted Koppel. Published by Crown Publishers, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.

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Truman Streckfus Persons was born in New Orleans, and spent his early years in rural Alabama. After his parents’ bitter divorce, he moved to Manhattan with his mother, taking the name of his stepfather, Joe Capote.

The family moved to Greenwich, CT in 1939, and Capote attended Greenwich High School from 1939 to 1941.

He often spoke of the influence English teacher and lifelong friend Catherine Wood had on him and his writing career.

As a student at Greenwich High, Capote submitted stories and poems that appeared in the school’s literary magazine, The Green Witch, that evidenced an already remarkable talent. “Miss Belle Rankin” is now available with a selection of other previously unpublished works in THE EARLY STORIES OF TRUMAN CAPOTE, published this past October by Random House.

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by Truman Capote I saw Miss Belle Rankin. It was a hot August day. The sun was waning in the scarlet- streaked sky, and the heat was rising dry and vibrant from the earth.

I sat on the steps of the front porch, watching an approaching negress, and wondered how she could ever carry such a huge bundle of laundry on the top of her head.

She stopped and in reply to my greeting, laughed, that dark, drawling negro laughter. It was then Miss Belle came walking slowly down the opposite side of the street. The washerwoman saw her, and as if suddenly frightened stopped in the middle of a sentence and moved hurriedly on to her destination.

I stared long and hard at this passing stranger who could cause such odd behavior. She was small and clothed all in black, dusty and streaked—she looked unbelievably old and wrinkled. Thin gray wisps of hair lay across her forehead, wet with perspiration. She walked with her head down and stared at the unpaved sidewalk, almost as if she were looking for something she had lost. An old black and tan hound followed her, moving aimlessly in the traces of his mistress.

I saw her many times afterwards, but that first vision, almost like a dream, will always remain the clearest— Miss Belle, walking soundlessly down the street, little clouds of red dust rising about her feet as she disappeared into the dusk.

A few years later I was sitting in Mr. Joab’s corner drugstore, swigging on one of Mr. Joab’s special milk shakes. I was down at one end of the counter, and up at the other sat two of the town’s well-known drugstore cowboys and a stranger.

This stranger was much more respectable in appearance than the

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people who usually came into Mr. Joab’s. But it was what he was saying in a slow, husky voice that caught my attention.

“Do you boys know anybody around here with some nice Japonica trees for sale? I’m collecting some for an Eastern woman building a place over in Natchez.”

The two boys looked at one another, and then one of them, who was fat with huge eyes and fond of taunting me, said, “Well, I tell you, Mister, the only person I know of around here that has some real purty

was really countin’ on getting them trees. He said they were some of the finest he had ever seen.”

He leaned back and took a deep breath, exhausted by his long recital.

“Damn,” he said, “what does anybody want with those old trees and at two hundred berries a throw? That ain’t corn.”

When I left Mr. Joab’s, I thought about Miss Belle all the way home. I had often wondered about her. She seemed too old to be alive—it must be terrible to be that old. I could not see why she wanted the Japonicas

MISS BELLE, WALKING SOUNDLESSLY DOWN THE STREET, LITTLE CLOUDS OF RED DUST RISING ABOUT HER FEET AS SHE DISAPPEARED INTO THE DUSK. ones is a queer old doll, Miss Belle Rankin—she lives about a half mile out from here in a right weird lookin’ place. It’s old and run down, built sometime before the Civil War. Mighty queer, though, but if Japonicas is what you’re lookin’ for, she’s got the nicest I ever peeked at.”

“Yeah,” piped up the other boy, who was blond and pimply, and the fat boy’s stooge. “She oughta sell them to you. From what I hear she’s starvin’ to death out there— ain’t got nothin’ ’cept an old nigger that lives on the place and hoes around in a weed patch they call the garden. Why, the other day I hear, she walked into the Jitney Jungle market and went around pickin’ out the old spoiled vegetables and makin’ Olie Peterson give ’em to her. Queerest lookin’ witch you ever seen—looks like she might be a hunnerd in the shade. The niggers are so scared of her—” But the stranger interrupted the boy’s torrent of information and asked, “Well then, you think she might sell?” “Sure,” said the fat boy, with the smirk of certain knowledge on his face.

The man thanked them and started to walk out, then suddenly turned around and said, “How would you boys like to ride out there and show me where it is? I’ll bring you back afterwards.”

The two loafers quickly assented. That kind was always anxious to be seen in cars, especially with strangers; it made it seem like they had connections, and, anyway, there were the inevitable cigarettes.

It was about a week later when I went into Mr. Joab’s again that I heard how it turned out. The fat one was narrating with much fervor to an audience consisting of Mr. Joab and myself. The more he talked the louder and more dramatic he became.

“I tell you that old witch should be run out of town. She’s crazy as a loon. First of all, when we get out there she tries to run us off the place.

Then she sends that queer old hound of hers after us. I’ll bet that thing’s older than she is. Well, anyway, the mutt tried to take a hunk out of me, so I kicked him right square in the teeth—then she starts an awful howl. Finally that old nigger of hers gets her quieted down enough so that we can talk to her. Mr. Ferguson, that was the stranger, explained how he wanted to buy her flowers, you know those old Japonica trees.

She says she never heard of such goin’s on; besides, she wouldn’t sell any of her trees because she liked them better than anything else she had.

Now, wait till you catch this—Mr. Ferguson offered her two hundred dollars just for one of those trees. Can you tie that—two hundred bucks!

That old goat told him to get off the place—so, finally we saw that it was hopeless, so we left. Mr. Ferguson was purty disappointed, too; he

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so badly. They were beautiful, but if she was so poor—well, I was young, and she was very old with little left in life. I was so young that I never thought that I would ever be old, that I could ever die.

It was the first of February. Dawn had broken dull and gray with streaks of pearl-white across the sky. Outside, it was cold and still with intermittent gusts of hungry wind eating at the gray, leafless limbs of the huge trees surrounding the decaying ruins of the once majestic “Rose Lawn,” where Miss Rankin lived.

The room was cold when she awoke and long tears of ice hung on the eaves of the roof. She shuddered a little as she looked about at the drabness. With an effort she slipped from beneath the gay colored scrap quilt.

Kneeling at the fireplace, she lit the dead branches that Len had gathered the day before. Her small hand, shrunken and yellow, fought with the match and the scraped surface of the limestone block.

After a while the fire caught; there was the cracking of the wood and the rush of leaping flames, like the rattle of bones. She stood for a moment by the warm blaze and then moved uncertainly towards the frozen wash basin.

When she was dressed, she went to the window. It was beginning to snow, the thin watery snow that falls in a Southern winter. It melted as soon as it hit the ground, but Miss Belle, thinking of her long walk to town that day for food, felt a little dizzy and ill. Then she gasped, for she saw down below that the Japonicas were blooming; they were more beautiful than she had ever seen them. The vivid red petals were frozen and still.

Once, she could remember, years ago when Lillie was a little girl, she had picked huge baskets of them, and filled the lofty, empty rooms of Rose Lawn with their subtle fragrance and Lillie had stolen them and given them away to the negro children. How mad she had been!

But now she smiled as she remembered. It had been at least twelve years since she had seen Lillie.

Poor Lillie, she’s an old woman herself now. I was just nineteen when she was born and I was young and pretty. Jed used to say I was the most beautiful girl he had ever known—but that was so long ago. I can’t remember exactly when I started being like this. I can’t remember when I was first poor—when I started getting old. I guess it was after Jed went away—I wonder what ever happened to him. He just up and said to me that I was ugly and worn and he left, left me all alone except for Lillie— and Lillie was no good—no good—

was stronger and there was the sharp cracking of dead limbs. She bent under the weight of her heavy basket. It had been a good day. Mr. Johnson had given her almost one-third of a ham and that little Olie Peterson had had quite a few unsalable vegetables. She would not have to go back for at least two weeks.

When she reached the house, she stopped a minute for breath, letting the hamper slip to the ground. Then, she walked to the edge of the land and started picking some of the huge rose-like Japonicas; she crushed one against her face but she did not feel its touch. She gathered an armload and started back to the hamper, when suddenly she thought she heard a voice. She stood still and listened, but there was only the wind to answer.

She felt herself slipping down and could not help it; she grabbed into the darkness for support, but there was only emptiness. She tried to cry out for help but no sound came. She felt great waves of emptiness sweeping over her; fleeting scenes swept through her. Her life—utter futility and a momentary glimpse of Lillie, of Jed, and a sharp picture of her mother with a long lean cane.

I remember it was a cold winter day when Aunt Jenny took me down to the old run down place where Miss Belle lived. Miss Belle had died during the night and an old colored fellow that lived there on the place had found her. Just about everybody in town was going out to have a look. They hadn’t moved her yet because the coroner hadn’t given permission. So we saw her just as she had died. It was the first time I had ever seen a dead person and I’ll never forget it.

She was lying in the yard by those Japonica trees of hers. All the wrinkles were smoothed on her face, and the bright flowers were scattered all over.

She looked so small and really young. There were little flakes of snow in her hair and one of those flowers was pressed close against her cheek.

I thought she was one of the most beautiful things that I had ever seen.

She put her hands over her face. It still hurt to remember, and yet, almost every day she remembered these same things and sometimes it drove her mad and she would yell and scream, like the time the man came with those two jeering oafs, and wanted to buy her Japonicas; she would not sell them, never. But she was afraid of the man; she was afraid he would steal them and what could she do—people would laugh. And that was why she had screamed at them; that was why she hated them all.

Len came into the room. He was a small negro, old and stooped, with a scar across his forehead.

“Miss Belle,” he asked in a wheezy voice, “were you gwine to town? I wouldn’t go if I was you, Miss Belle. It’s mighty nasty out there today.”

When he spoke, a gust of smoky steam came out of his mouth into the cold air.

“Yes, Len, I have to go to town today. I’m goin’ in a little while; I want to be back before it’s dark.”

Outside, the smoke from the ancient chimney rose in lazy curling clouds and hung above the house in a blue fog, as if it were frozen—then was whirled away in a gust of bitter wind!

It was quite dark when Miss Belle started climbing up the hill towards home. Dark came quickly on these winter days. It came so suddenly today that it frightened her at first. There was no glowing sunset, only the pearl grayness of the sky deepening into rich black.

The snow was still falling and the road was slushy and cold. The wind

THEN, SHE WALKED TO THE EDGE OF THE LAND AND STARTED PICKING SOME OF THE HUGE ROSE-LIKE JAPONICAS; SHE CRUSHED ONE AGAINST HER FACE BUT SHE DID NOT FEEL ITS TOUCH. Everybody said how sad it was and everything, but I thought this was strange as they were the ones who used to laugh and make jokes about her.

Well, Miss Belle Rankin was certainly an odd one and probably a little touched, but she really looked lovely that cold February morning with that flower pressed against her cheek and lying there so still and quiet.

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Excerpted from the book THE EARLY STORIES OF TRUMAN CAPOTE by Truman Capote. Copyright © 2015 by The Truman Capote Literary Trust. Reprinted by arrangement with Random House, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. All rights reserved.

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AN AMERICAN DYNASTY WITH AMERICAN PHAROAH B Y C A R LY S I LV E R

LIKE OTHER RECENT college graduates, twenty-threeyear-old Justin Zayat is eager to see what the next chapter of his life will bring. Unlike his friends, though, Justin has already made sports history, as the racing and stallion manager for his family’s Zayat Stables.

This spring, the Zayats watched their three-yearold colt American Pharoah become only the twelfth horse to win horse racing’s Triple Crown, consisting of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. And on October 31st, he completed a first-ever “Grand Slam” with an easy victory in the Breeders’ Cup Classic. Justin was on the media frontlines through it all, his megawatt smile and easy charm winning over the public as American Pharoah has conquered his competition.

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RUNNING FOR THE RUN FOR THE ROSES Prior to 2015, Zayat horses had finished second in the Derby three times. So when “Pharoah” came home first in this year’s edition, the family was understandably ecstatic. “So, to finally get a Derby, which we were so close to, was a dream, you know? Then to get the Preakness, and then win the whole Triple Crown, it’s like we couldn’t even imagine something like that,” Justin gushed. The victory was particularly meaningful, as the family bred the horse’s sire, Pioneerof the Nile, who placed in the 2009 Derby, and his dam, Littleprincessemma.

The horse was a standout from the start. “The first time I ever saw American Pharoah was [when] we had Bodemeister in the [2012] Derby and I went to visit Pharoah on the farm as a foal,” Justin recalled. “He looked like he had all the parts.” Industry experts were so enthusiastic about the colt the Zayats decided to sell him, figuring

prominent Jewish family in Egypt–his father was the personal physician to Egyptian president Anwar Sadat–Ahmed came to America at age sixteen and made his money in the beverage industry.

After traveling back and forth to Egypt for a decade, he decided to take a step back to spend more time with his family. Ahmed bought a few horses as a hobby, but as Justin said with a laugh, “my dad can never do anything halfway.” An eighth grader at the time, Justin wasn’t a racing fan–yet. But once his father purchased almost twenty horses at a major sale, “from that day–I remember, I watched one race with him–and I was just instantaneously hooked.”

Ahmed and his wife, Joanne, who reside in Teaneck, New Jersey, have named runners after each of their children. Their eldest daughter, Ashley, even called her jewelry line Point Ashley after a standout Zayat racehorse. American Pharoah’s dam, Littleprincessemma, is named for the youngest Zayat daughter, while Justin got his own

HIS UNIQUE MONIKER CAME FROM A NAME SUBMISSION CONTEST, IN WHICH A FAN MISSPELLED “PHARAOH”; NO ONE CAUGHT THE MISTAKE, AND HE’S BEEN CALLED THAT EVER SINCE. he’d bring a high price and promote Pioneerof the Nile as a sire.

But Pharoah banged his ankle before the sale, and customers weren’t particularly interested in purchasing him. Justin, on vacation at the time, decided to keep the horse. His unique moniker came from a name submission contest, in which a fan misspelled “Pharaoh;” no one caught the mistake, and he’s been called that ever since.

After his non-sale, along with the rest of Zayat Stable’s youngsters, Pharoah was sent JUSTIN AT BELMONT to the McKathan Brothers Training Center in Ocala, Florida. “We do something very uncharacteristic” there, said Justin. “We invite all our trainers for one week in March to come to the farm: Bob Baffert, [D. Wayne] Lukas, [John] Terranova, Todd Pletcher, Bill Mott. Wherever you are, you’re all coming to the farm that week. And we have kind of like the draft, where we have all our horses work in front of everyone.”

As soon as the trainers saw American Pharoah exercise, everyone was clamoring to get him into their stables. Bob Baffert, eventual trainer of American Pharoah, even sent Justin a message, saying, ‘Just remember the Breeders’ Cup’s in Santa Anita.’” Although Pharoah didn’t make it to the Breeders’ Cup, he was still named the champion two-year-old last year, and more than made up for 2014’s no-show with his triumph in this year’s Classic.

Reaching the heights of the sporting world has been a real high point for the Zayat clan’s patriarch, Justin’s father, Ahmed. Hailing from a

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namesake in important runner Justin Phillip. Only their second son, high school student Benjamin, hasn’t yet had a top horse named for him, but it’s only a matter of time.

After his father entered the industry, Justin immersed himself in all things equine, getting an education that he dubbed “the Harvard of horse racing.”

He added, “So I started learning through the years. I really remember our first race till our race yesterday. I’ve been watching every single race we ever ran in, speak to the trainers all the time, remember every injury, every family, what we bought our horses for, every single thing. So I remember the history, I remember the mistakes we made, so I’ve been getting a good education in exactly what the business was the last ten years.”

Somehow, Justin even managed to keep up his involvement in the family stable while a student at New York University. “I’d do my homework right after class… and from that time on, I’d have conference calls with my trainers.” he remembered. “I’d speak to them every day about how the horses were doing.”

While most of his friends were focusing on finals, Justin was also navigating the Triple Crown trail. He somehow balanced exams with racing this spring, when he graduated. “It was a crazy, crazy spring– graduation, finals, the Derby. The whole entire thing in a six-week period was insane.” Justin regularly checked in on American Pharoah

via a live web feed on his phone.

Working with his father has been a surprisingly smooth road.

“My dad and I, we work very well together. Not necessarily everyone can work with their parents… but my dad and I, we’ve just got a good relationship, with a good bond,” Justin said. “We learn together, and at the end of the day, he trusts me, I know.”

CLASSIC KID Rather than retire the extremely valuable colt right after his Triple Crown victory, the Zayats continued to race him at the highest levels of competition through the end of the year. Justin felt he owed it to the fans to see Pharoah finish out the season and then head to Ashford Stud in Versailles, Kentucky.

“How many [other] Triple Crown winners are alive now?” he asked. “Zero. He’s the biggest horse

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WHILE MOST OF HIS FRIENDS WERE FOCUSING ON FINALS, JUSTIN WAS ALSO NAVIGATING THE TRIPLE CROWN TRAIL. in America and now the focal point of horse racing in all of America.

They all follow American Pharoah, so every single move we make, we need to think once or twice or three times before we actually make that move, ’cause, you know, there’s positives and negatives…like running in the Travers [Stakes].” American Pharoah delivered a gutsy secondplace finish in that race.

While fans will miss seeing Pharoah at the track, Justin has no regrets. “I’ll tell you the tough part,” he said. “The tough part is, I’ve just been on a ride, like all of us have been on a ride for the last, like, fifteen months basically, seeing what an unbelievable horse he was and the thrill he gave everyone. So I’m going to be sad to retire him, not to see him around every day and race. Do I regret retiring him? No way, because it’s what’s right for American Pharoah, and God forbid, I don’t want to push the envelope and, you know, get him hurt or anything.

He owes zero to us.

“I just wanted to win the Derby. After that, it’s candy, whatever happens. You know, he won the Triple Crown. I can’t be greedy and start expecting him to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic. If he does, then it’s going to be a great story, it’s going to be unbelievable.”

As American Pharoah worked up to the Classic, Justin kept marveling at his talent. “The one thing about him that’s so amazing is that he’s

never gone to the track and not just wowed everyone when he goes.

Every single day, you know, he trains with his ears perked… he loves his job and is happy doing it. Not every single horse does that.”

Pharoah is also famous for his amiable disposition, rare for a highstrung Thoroughbred racehorse. Justin described him as a gentle giant.

“He knows who he is. He loves people. That’s the thing about him–he really likes, he enjoys company. If he doesn’t have company, he gets bored and upset.”

Seeing his family triumph has been another bonus of Pharoah’s campaign. The Zayats came into the industry at a time when it was flourishing, but they declared bankruptcy in 2010. The Triple Crown win proved the ultimate bounce-back. “This whole entire year was just a breakout for Zayat Stables,” Justin beamed.

“In general, for my dad, it was good to see him come back after, you know, he’s taken a lot of ups and downs in the industry, so it was good to see my dad on top as an individual. For Zayat Stables, it was just a huge comeback story... it was our breakout win.”

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An assistant editor at Harlequin Books, Carly Silver has worked in Thoroughbred journalism for over a decade. She also serves as the ancient and classical history expert for About.com.

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A CULTURAL HISTORY OF FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

GLENN BECK WAS WELLING UP as he neared the conclusion of his Restoring Courage rally in Jerusalem in August 2011. The conservative, conspiracy-mongering talk show host choked back tears as he bade his audience farewell. As he left the stage, exit music swelled: “Sabbath Prayer” from Fiddler on the Roof.

A few weeks later, Occupy Judaism was planning an outdoor radical Yom Kippur service as an extension of the demonstrations taking place in Lower Manhattan that fall. To get the word out, one of the organizers made a poster that adapted one of the Occupy Wall Street logos. He took the original image—a ballerina balancing on the back of the bronze Charging Bull statue that lurches in a park in New York’s financial district—and Photoshopped the dancer out. In her place, he substituted the silhouette of a tottering violinist: another evocation of Fiddler on the Roof.

There could hardly be more clashing sensibilities than those of Glenn Beck and Occupy activists— Beck condemned the movement as “worse than Robespierre”—yet both staked a claim to the Broadway musical about the affable dairyman Tevye and his three marriageable daughters living in the Jewish Pale of Settlement in 1905. Beck’s use of the song from the show was naive and even kitschy, while Occupy’s appropriation of the image winked with postmodern irony, but both operated from the assumption that Fiddler bears talismanic power to endow an event or object with a warm glow of Jewish authenticity.

The show—created by Jerry Bock (music), Sheldon Harnick (lyrics), Joseph Stein (book), and Jerome Robbins (direction and choreography)—was an instant blockbuster success when it opened in 1964, smashing all box office records in its day. The initial production played 3,242 performances—the longest-running show on Broadway for years. It won Tony Awards in nine categories in 1965. National Public Radio featured Fiddler as one of the “100 most important American musical works of the 20th century.” The American Film Institute named Norman Jewison’s movie version among the “100 most inspiring films of all time.” There have been four Broadway revivals, countless national tours, and probably more local productions than the licensing agency can count—more than it even knows about. Some two hundred schools

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across the country put it on each year. The show has survived censorious dictators, bad productions, and highbrow scolds.

As the first work of American popular culture to recall life in a shtetl—the Eastern European market towns with large Jewish populations—Fiddler felt tender, elegiac, even holy. It arrived just ahead of (and helped to instigate) the American roots movement.

It was added to multicultural curricula and studied by students across the country in Jewish history units, as if Fiddler were an artifact unearthed from a destroyed world rather than a big-story musical assembled by showbiz professionals.

Beyond its continuing vibrant life in the theater, Fiddler, like no other musical before or since, has seeped into the culture more widely, functioning in sometimes contradictory ways—which makes sense, since the show’s essential gesture is dialectical: it looks backward and forward, favors both community and individual needs, honors the particular and the universal, struggles between stasis and change, bewails and celebrates. Tevye seems to be constantly caught in these opposing forces and, before our eyes, weighs the arguments of every dilemma—on the one hand, on the other hand....

Fiddler has served as a Jewish signifier: “Now, I know I haven’t been the best Jew,” Homer tells a rabbi from whom he is trying to borrow money in an episode of The Simpsons, “but I have rented Fiddler on the Roof and I intend to watch it.” And Tevye or the Fiddler can often be found sharing a rooftop with Santa Claus on interfaith winter holiday cards.

The show has operated as a barometer of Jewish political status: In 1974, Augusto Pinochet banned Fiddler in Chile as a “Marxist inspired” work containing “disruptive elements harmful to the nation.” Thirty-five years later, in 2009 in Venezuela, Hugo Chavez defunded the orchestra for a theater presenting Fiddler because it wasn’t Marxist enough. Fiddler has been a powerful intertextual work, commenting from within in Joseph Cedar’s movie Footnote (a family torn by generational conflict goes to see a performance), David Bezmozgis’s novel The Free World (a Soviet émigré family with a Stalinist patriarch sees the movie while

stuck in Rome, waiting for visas), and Nadia Kalman’s novel The Cosmopolitans (Fiddler as a structuring device), to name just a few cases.

Fiddler has become ritual: kids at summer camps sing “Sabbath Prayer” on Friday evening as they light candles in place of the Hebrew blessing, and for decades weddings didn’t feel complete without a rendition of “Sunrise, Sunset.”

And more. The show is a global touchstone for an astonishing range of concerns: Jewish identity, American immigrant narratives, generational conflict, communal cohesion, ethnic authenticity, and interracial bridge building, among them. It also solidified the origin story of American Jews as flight from persecution in Eastern European shtetls— never mind the actual origins of those from urban centers or from Sephardic and Middle Eastern backgrounds.

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He wondered, with a little false modesty, as to the cause: was it the popularity of the folk writer, the Jewish public’s yearning for a Yiddish theater, or simply the mob’s lack of restraint? In any case, Sholem Aleichem evaded the “thousand-headed mass that awaited its prey” at the theater’s exit only because a police officer hid him away in a locked loge for half an hour and then slipped him out a back door. “My God! What would happen if it were possible to play in Yiddish?”

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Mom took me to an Ashram, which is a place that stressed-out people go when they’re rich. We were supposed to stay for the whole weekend but we ended up sneaking out in the middle of the first night, which sounds like a bad thing to do but it was also the most fun thing that Mom and I ever did together.

When we first arrived at the Ashram, I knew we probably wouldn’t last the whole weekend. There was a sign at the front entrance that said, REPEAL YOUR VANITY, RELEASE YOUR POSSESSIONS, RELEARN TO LIVE. I knew Mom would not want to do any of these three things. We had just spent the whole week shopping for sexy yoga outfits for Mom to wear at the Ashram and she was definitely not planning on repealing or releasing any of these.

I don’t even know why Mom wanted to go to the Ashram.

She kept saying that she just needed some “Me Time,” which seems like a strange thing to need, but even more strange because Mom spends every day taking “Me Time” because she has no job and drinks alcohol every night to go to sleep.

But Mom put on a fake smile, which has become her only kind of smile, grabbed our suitcase, and said, “Wake me up when it’s over.”

The Ashram was made up of several buildings that were kind of like old-timey cabins surrounding a big pool. At the front was a check-in building and, when Mom and I entered, there was a woman behind the counter who had dreadlocks for hair even though she was a white woman. I could see Mom hide a face of hatred for this woman, especially when the woman said, “Namaste and welcome to the first step toward inner harmony. Our spiritual founder, Satchidananda, once observed, ‘Truth is one, Paths are many.’ Nonetheless, we were rated as the best ashram in the Northern Lakes region by Wellness Magazine two years in a row. Welcome, Namaste.”

I could sense right there that Mom wanted to escape from what she

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quickly realized was a kind of prison, but she smiled a fake smile again and said, “Namaste, thank you, we’re checking in.”

The white woman with dreadlocks proceeded to tell us about the Ashram and the rules we had to follow, which all sounded like things that Mom hates. We had to wake up every morning at 5:45 for a satsang, which is a meeting with the other guests of the Ashram. Mom asked if she could just send me to the meeting to take notes and report back, but the woman said that it was mandatory, which is one of the words that Mom hates.

The woman also said that we were not allowed to use our cell phones and that we had to put all of our “material possessions” into a “Trust Locker,” which were little cubbyholes. Mom said a “Trust Locker” is something that is called an oxymoron, like “Happily Married.” Then she laughed in a kind of fake way and the woman and I just stared at each other waiting for her to stop.

Mom then asked the woman, “What happens if someone steals our stuff from the Trust Locker?” And the woman said, “Then you’ll be one possession freer.” Mom nodded and said, “I think I’ll just hold on to it for now.” And the dreadlocked white woman said, “I’m sorry to hear you’re still bound.”

Our room was near the back of the Ashram and next to the large pool. The pool, the woman explained, was “clothing optional.” And apparently, everyone in the pool chose the “naked” option, and Mom and I could see their privates as they sat around the pool, casually talking to each other like they weren’t naked.

It was actually disgusting to see all of the men and women with their weird penises and floppy breasts. I normally would have found it funny to see naked people in a pool outside my room, but for some reason I just felt really strange looking at them, like when you walk in on someone

going to the bathroom.

Mom and I finally got to our room and closed the door. Mom stared at me in a really intense way like we just got out of a war together.

I wanted to tell her that we should leave, that this place was scary and weird, and that she could have “Me Time” at home if she wanted to and that I would promise not to bother her all weekend or ask for anything if she would just take me home.

But Mom just put on a fake smile and said, “Yoga’s in an hour. And then dinner.” Then she walked into the bathroom and shut the door.

Yoga was held outside, next to the Penis Pool. Everyone gathered in a really serious way onto Indian-looking mats that were spread out.

The mats were damp from sweat and smelled like a wet dog, and we had to take our shoes off, which made me feel gross.

Mom wore really tight gray spandex pants

and a little pink shirt that didn’t cover her belly all the way. And I think she thought she looked sexy in her short shirt, but her belly fat poked out from the bottom and made her look fatter than she actually is, which is not really that fat.

A man with a long beard who looked homeless was the yoga teacher and he was wearing orange pants and necklaces instead of a shirt. He started by giving a speech about how we have all gathered here today to focus inwardly and relearn to move like a baby, which kind of made me laugh because I pictured everyone there crawling around the sweaty mats like babies. Then he told us that we had to think about the real things in our lives and forget about our material possessions. He told us to focus on the important relationships in our lives and how we are all connected to energy and other people.

Then he made us all bend down and do weird positions and everyone seemed to know what they were doing, even Mom. And while everyone was bending down with their eyes closed, I stood up and looked around and suddenly realized that I was the only kid in the whole group.

Then it occurred to me that maybe Mom didn’t actually want me to come here; none of the other people brought their children. Maybe Mom only brought me because, as part of their divorce, Dad agreed to pay for any activity Mom did with me.

Maybe that’s why she took me to nice restaurants and on vacations and to the Ashram. I tried to put this thought out of my mind because it didn’t do anything good, but it wouldn’t really leave. The homeless yoga teacher wanted us to focus on our relationships, but my main relationship was Mom and I started to worry that maybe it wasn’t even real.

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cabin for dinner. Everyone was still sweating and smelled like sweat and had sweat on their feet, but I was happy to be done with the yoga and I was really hungry.

All through dinner, though, I still had the weird feeling in my head that maybe Mom only took me around so Dad would pay for her.

I kept telling this thought to go away, but for some reason bad thoughts always stay longer than good thoughts.

And the food was so disgusting. It was all vegetarian, which I usually don’t mind, but it was the bad kind of vegetarian food, where they put so much spice on everything to try to make you forget that it’s not meat.

The fork was made of a carrot cut into the shape of a fork and we had to eat the fork after

immediately start crying. So I just said, “Yeah, I love it here.”

And then we didn’t say anything else to each other all night and we just went to sleep, which was hard for me because I couldn’t get the bad thoughts out of my head. Nighttime can be really scary if you’re worried about something. During the day, there are all sorts of things to distract you, like people and daylight, but if you’re worried about something at nighttime, it seems like it’s the only thing in the whole world.

And I kept worrying that maybe my whole life was fake. Like if Mom was my main relationship and it was fake, then what did I have that was real? I’m friends with Matthew, but sometimes that feels fake too. And I liked Dad but he turned fake and moved away.

I ALMOST WANTED TO CRY BECAUSE I WANTED HER TO AT LEAST SAY, “YOGA WAS WEIRD. THE INDIAN CARPET WAS SWEATY. THE PENIS POOL IS DISGUSTING. AND THE FOOD WAS GROSS.” eating the meal so that there was no waste.

And the bowl was made from seaweed, which tastes like when you accidentally swallow dirty ocean water. Seaweed is something fish might like to eat because they have limited options underwater, but humans have other things that are better like waffles and grapes.

But I was so distracted by my bad thoughts that I couldn’t really focus on how gross the food was.

Mom and I walked back to our room after dinner but we didn’t really talk that much.

I think we were both a little homesick and I didn’t want to ask Mom about my fear. I guess I was scared that it might be true and, even if she lied to me and told me that she took me everywhere with her because she loved me, I would probably know that she was lying. Mom lies all the time and it’s usually easy to tell because she overdoes it.

When we got back to the room, Mom said, “Great day, huh?” which was a lie. I almost wanted to cry because I wanted her to at least say, “Yoga was weird. The Indian carpet was sweaty. The Penis Pool is disgusting. And the food was gross.” I wanted her to say at least one true thing but for some reason she needed to lie. And I wanted to say, “No! It was a terrible day. I hate it here.” But for some reason, I felt I had to lie as well. I don’t know why. I think I felt that if I said anything true, I would

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Sometimes I worry that the only thing I really have is myself and that’s a really scary thought.

I must have finally fallen asleep because the next thing I remember was really weird: a loud bell started ringing and I opened my eyes to see Mom standing above my bed, wide- awake. Her hair was wet from excited sweating and she looked wild-eyed. She said, “It’s 5:45. We can either go to the morning meeting and spend the whole day doing yoga and eating carrot forks or we can get the hell out of here. Your call.”

I didn’t even have to say anything. I just nodded, so relieved! And Mom smiled, so relieved as well. Then we grabbed all of our stuff and crammed it into our suitcase and darted out of the room.

We ran around the Penis Pool, over the sweaty carpets, past the Trust Lockers, and finally into the parking lot. We jumped into the car and, as Mom started the engine, the dreadlocked white woman ran out of the welcome building and called after us, “You’re going to miss satsang!”

And Mom rolled down her window and shouted back, “Trust me, I’m not!”

And then the woman said, “We’re sorry to see you’re not spiritually aligned enough to make it through the whole weekend.”

And then Mom said, “Fuck off!” and pulled out of the parking lot.

And even though Mom cursed, I started

laughing, which is not normal for me because usually when Mom curses it makes me feel like I have a Sister instead of a Mother. But for some reason, I couldn’t stop laughing. Maybe because it was so early or maybe because I was just so happy to leave the Ashram, but I laughed until my cheeks hurt.

As we were driving home, the sun began to rise and I stared at Mom, who seemed kind of happy for the first time since Dad left. She opened the window and let the air blow her wet hair back, which is something she never does because she doesn’t like fresh air.

And I started laughing again because I suddenly thought that, a long time ago, Mom was a child like me. I never realized that Mom had her own life before me and maybe she was happy as a child or maybe she was sad, but she probably didn’t think that one day she would be so angry.

Mom asked me, “What are you laughing at?”

And I said the truth: “I thought of you as a child.”

And then Mom started smiling. And I almost didn’t recognize her smile because it was a real smile. And it made her face look different—her eyes squinted and her cheeks puffed out a little.

And even though she looked older than when she fake smiles, she looked a lot better.

And then she said, “I was actually a really pretty girl.”

And she had tears in her eyes even though she was smiling.

And then I had tears in my eyes even though I was smiling too.

And I wanted to ask her if she only took me around so that Dad would pay for her but I already knew the answer: Mom took me around because she needed me. Because going through a hard life with someone else is better than going through an easy life alone. That’s why I’m giving the Ashram 27 out of 2000 stars and Mom 1892 out of 2000 stars.

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Excerpted from BREAM GIVES ME HICCUPS © 2015 by Jesse Eisenberg; reprinted with the permission of the publisher, Grove Press.

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BY TOM

BARBASH

BALLOON NIGHT

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imkin’s wife left him during a blisteringly cold Thanksgiving week, two nights before their annual Balloon Night party. There was no time for Timkin to call their guests and cancel; nor would he know where to call in many cases. It was the sort of event attended by people from all corners of their lives whether or not they could produce a fresh invite.

Once invited always invited, he and Amy had said.

The Timkins had a three-bedroom eighth-floor apartment, on West Seventy-Seventh Street between Central Park West and Columbus, the balloon block. It was where those cloud-sized cartoon characters for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade were inflated, the night before Thanksgiving, and nearly all the residents would open their apartment doors to anyone and everyone they knew. Timkin grew up in the apartment (which his parents had ceded to him six years earlier when they moved to Naples, Florida) and had attended his first balloon party at age six. Now he was thirty-four.

Timkin had been too depressed to tell anyone the dismal news, and in truth he had convinced himself that Amy would return, apologetic, or demanding an apology, which he would provide, and they would make up at dinner and in bed that night, and it would all blow over.

He couldn’t even remember what they’d fought about, only that it was insignificant and he had been right.

The first two days after Amy had walked out Timkin rode his bike around the island of Manhattan in a fog, dodging trucks and taxis, heading down to Battery Park, through Chinatown and the Village, and then up Sixth Avenue. He was at least in part on the lookout for Amy, but he did not go by the building where she worked. On day three he went in to his office and tried to keep busy, but mostly just stared at the phone, and composed on his computer the germs of letters to Amy, alternating fragments of forgiveness and bitterness. The guests would begin arriving at nine, and so at six Timkin went by himself to the Pioneer grocery on Columbus to get Coke and Sprite and scotch and beer and wine, then over to Citarella for assorted cheeses and pâtés, a few flat bread pizzas, caviar, salmon, the oilier dill-covered kind they called Grav Lox, dips, crackers, bread and carpaccio, and pumpkin and pecan pie. Spent a fortune. But he could pull this off. He would make the best of a terrible situation, and he could tell them something, that he’d get through this, though he wasn’t convinced he would. The balloons and

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the alcohol might be a distraction, no? Could you stay depressed with a decent scotch in your paper cup, and Underdog smiling overhead?

You could of course. And then he wondered: Did he have to tell them?

Eventually he’d need to, if the break were real. But telling everyone now was a bit like telling people you were pregnant one week after reading the home pregnancy test. So many things could change. And anyhow, would it harm anything, for the purposes of the party, to say his wife was away for a few days on business? Amy worked in advertising, on the account side, and was quite often away.

But away for Thanksgiving?

She’d be back on Thursday evening at around 6:30, Timkin decided, and they’d have dinner with Amy’s parents on the East Side. She was heartbroken that she couldn’t be there, he’d tell his guests, and they would all drink a toast to her.

It could work, Timkin thought. He pictured Amy arriving at Kennedy in her red wool jacket and then cabbing back to East Eighty-Fourth Street, and then he suddenly felt a warm surge of relief settle over him, which was very much like having her back. He could postpone his suffering for a night, why the heck not? He suddenly felt good, better than he had in weeks. And he went back to his bathroom to shave and dress, and put on his best game face.

First arriving were the Willises, a sportswriter for the New York Times and his wife, Sabrina, who owned a small absurdly expensive beauty salon in the East Twenties. They’d been better friends with Amy, so there was the risk they’d know. But the leaving had only just happened on Monday, and besides, Timkin and Amy had been notoriously out of touch with their friends lately, perhaps as a result of their feuding, or because their jobs had been so exhausting.

Jonah Willis covered college football, which meant he traveled a lot on weekends.

“The bad news is that Amy can’t be here tonight. She’s heartbroken,” Timkin said. “She’s staying in a little Marriott in Cincinnati of all places.”

“Oh God,” Sabrina said. “They’re really cutting back. I bet I know what she’s doing there. She’s making a P&G stop, isn’t she?”

“You might know her better than I do,” Timkin said, smiling and fearing it might be true.

The apartment was immaculate. Timkin, after all, was the clean one of the two. Amy’s untidiness had been an issue, but not a particularly significant one. Timkin liked finding the occasional book left out, or

magazine article; he liked seeing where Amy had left off, and when they were first dating, he often tried to guess the last sentence she’d read before she put the book down. He’d tell her sometimes which one he thought and more often than not he’d get it right.

At some point she started telling him it was a different line or a different page altogether.

And then she stopped leaving her books open just to avoid the conversation.

But the place was neat now. And there were still some of her things around, though she’d taken most of her clothes. Only one or two of her old coats remained in the closet, and Timkin wondered if the closet’s relative emptiness would clue anyone in to what had transpired. He could say she’d taken a few coats with her on her trip... but that was a bit ridiculous, wasn’t it? It wasn’t a crime scene after all.

In truth, Amy had been happy lately, or happier than a lot of other times in the years Timkin had known her. She was taking classes after work, dance and French, painting and Pilates. And she was more confident and self-willed, Timkin thought. He encouraged her to follow her interests. She had taken him twice to her wine tasting class and on their way home the second time he had poked fun at the comically pretentious instructor. She appeared hurt by his comments, as though he’d insulted her and not the silly wine guy.

“How about you take the class and when we go to restaurants, you can pick the wine. I won’t mind,” he said.

“But I’ll want you to know the difference,” she said.

Once he suggested she was pretending to like movies that secretly bored her and for two days she was notably distant from him. He’d only meant to tease her. Eventually she told him—in the morning as she left for work—“I respond to things that aren’t obvious, and that doesn’t make me fake or a bad person. I can’t change what I like to suit you.”

But he did that all the time, he could have said. It was part of being a successful couple, he believed: the capacity to adapt. “Can I open this one?” Willis asked. It was a bottle of eighteenyear-old Laphroaig Timkin had been saving for tonight, and he smiled.

“Dig in,” he said, happy for the chance to feel generous.

He had a nice-size scotch and the warmth of it—and the prospect of seeing all his friends and Amy’s friends and their families tonight—

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made Timkin feel loved, and he allowed himself to believe that Amy might actually return tonight, that it wasn’t out of the question.

She understood the spirit of this event; she’d know how much it would mean to Timkin if she suddenly turned up. Just last year a former colleague of Amy’s had done exactly that. She and Amy had a falling-out before the woman left the agency, but when they saw each other at the party, all was forgiven.

They embraced for several seconds. Timkin had watched this.

It could happen just like that, he thought.

“How’s work?” Willis asked, and Timkin, who taught history at City College and wrote biographies, told him his prepared answer, that he was around halfway through the book, that the research was mostly done and now he had follow-up interviews and a good chunk of

rarely branching out to talk with anyone else, though they’d seen these same people here every year. His aunt Eileen arrived then with his cousins, Monique and Andrew. Kisses all around and each time he had to tell them, “She couldn’t get out of it, she’s absolutely miserable about it.”

“She couldn’t get someone else to go?” Eileen asked.

“I guess it doesn’t work that way. Anyhow, Amy said we shouldn’t have too much fun or she’ll be horribly jealous.”

“The hell with that,” said Lilia who’d been listening in. “Let’s make her miserably and inconsolably jealous.”

“How would we do that?” asked Eric.

“Use your imagination,” Lilia said.

A woman Timkin didn’t know was walking about taking drink orders, and then a whole

EVERYONE IN EVERY BUILDING ON THE BLOCK THAT RAN ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY WAS HAVING A PARTY, AND THE GUESTS ROAMED FROM FLOOR TO FLOOR LIKE FISH INTO DIVERGING STREAMS. writing ahead. He might try to get out of the city to do it, upstate somewhere.

“Amy’s going to let you get away?”

“What’s good for the goose,” he said.

“I suppose,” Sabrina said. “You guys must go crazy spending that much time apart.”

“I don’t like it,” Timkin said. “It’s just a fact of life.”

He took another belt of scotch and then the doorbell rang. It was the Schwabackers from the fourth floor, Eric and Dana, sporty and blond. He was a lawyer and she was a postdoctoral fellow in neuroscience, something with fruit flies. Every time she explained her work to Timkin his mind drifted out the window and across the park where it sat down at a restaurant somewhere on the East Side. A lot of people’s stories about their work bored him, but he always asked about it anyway— better to never ask, no?

Now came a few of his old college friends, Seth, and Jordan and Lilia and their whole crowd who tended to stay by themselves at one side of the apartment, in the kitchen usually,

group of people he’d never set eyes on before entered his apartment. This was the chaos of Balloon Night. Everyone in every building on the block that ran along the south side of the Museum of Natural History was having a party, and the guests roamed from floor to floor like fish into diverging streams. The doormen had lists, and beyond that, the cops at the corner crossing blocks had lists to determine whom they’d allow onto the block itself.

Still, with all this security, there were always twenty or so people at Timkin’s party he didn’t know, and often they would be the ones who stayed the longest.

“Come on in,” he said graciously to four strangers, wondering who they knew. “Is Jordan here?” one of them eventually said, and Timkin pointed the way.

Timkin had downed three decent-size scotches by the time Snoopy sprouted limbs.

He peered down at the street at the lot of them, Garfield, and some dinosaur he couldn’t name, and Big Bird, and Kermit and two M&M’s and some newer cartoon characters whose names he

had yet to learn (some yellow Pokémon thing), illuminated by klieg lights in the dark night.

As a child it had looked like an army of giant aliens had taken over his street.

Back inside he started to inventory the guests. There were more of his friends here than hers now, but a few high school and college chums of Amy’s had entered the party without his noticing, and he would have to tell them his story about her being away.

From conversational snippets he could hear things like, “Poor thing. In an awful hotel at a sales conference.” Or “I heard they cancelled her flight.”

“I haven’t talked to Amy in so long,” said her friend from Middlebury College, Melanie, whom Timkin had always had a thing for. “I can’t believe she’d miss this.”

“She was so heartbroken over it,” Timkin said, and then maybe too quickly switching the subject, “You look healthy and happy.”

“It’s what joblessness and poverty do to you.”

“What happened?”

“It’s too long a story. Part of that oppressive cloud that’s been hanging over the New York theater world. I’m sleeping on someone’s floor right now. How about you?”

“I’m good,” Timkin said.

“How so?”

He tried to think of an answer.

“Because the world can still produce things like this.” He gestured around the room.

“A bunch of irritatingly bourgeois people holding drinks?”

“The whole thing. I depend on it.”

“It’s good fun if you look at it the right way,” Melanie said. “You know, I never really thought that Amy liked this.”

“Oh, she does,” Timkin said. “It’s her favorite night of the year.”

She looked at him. “If you say so.”

Timkin noticed Melanie’s empty drink glass. As he went to fill her order, someone slapped his back—Malcolm from his Saturdaymorning basketball game.

“I love these parties. And you know why?” Malcolm was looking at Melanie as he pondered this. Timkin didn’t wait for the answer because he saw three older couples walk into his apartment, business associates of his father’s and their wives, all of whom would stay for around forty-five minutes and then leave for another party in the building. Happened every year. They brought expensive wine and spent most of their time talking to Amy, who had a way with the older set.

Malcolm was attempting to corner Melanie who managed to slip away and across the apartment. There were several people leaning their heads and torsos out of the window like kids and yelling at the cartoon characters below.

The Svenvolds were still in their coats, and so Timkin helped remove them and carried them into his bedroom, hers a fitted trench with a plaid inlay, and his, a long, gray cashmere coat that Timkin would love to own.

He liked the style of his parents’ friends, their breadth of experience and flowery elegance; their love of old jazz standards and good stiff drinks. Not infrequently Timkin wished that he’d lived in their day because he didn’t always feel suited to his own. Especially not now after what had happened.

“Here comes the Road Runner,” someone yelled.

“That isn’t the Road Runner,” Malcolm yelled back. “There’s no fucking Road Runner.”

There were now well-entrenched crowds in the kitchen, the foyer, in the dining room and living room—and in all three bedrooms were smaller circles, friends catching up after years of not seeing one another. The party was on cruise control and Timkin thought—as he did every year at around this point—that he could just up and leave and the party would take care of itself. They wouldn’t even know he’d left.

He held up his hands like a camera lens and looked around. If you wanted a photograph or a movie scene about New Yorkers in the new millennium, you could do worse than to shoot this group, he thought.

“What are you doing?” Mr. Svenvold asked him.

“I’m thinking of my father,” he said, which wasn’t true until he said it. “And that little Instamatic he used to bring out.”

“I miss him,” Mr. Svenvold said. “You know how far we go back.”

Mr. Svenvold’s eyes went glassy just then, and Timkin saw that he wanted to talk about Timkin’s father, which Timkin wasn’t anxious to do. He wondered how his parents would take the news of Amy’s leaving, but even as he wondered this, he kept glancing at the door to see if one of the new faces coming in was Amy’s. The doorman buzzed up.

Timkin listened to the intercom.

“I’ve got a group of young guys here that say they know you.”

“What are their names?”

“Robert, and Jason, and some of their friends.”

They were students of his, whom Timkin had told about the balloon block. He told the doorman to let them up.

“We can only stay a few minutes,” Robert, who was dressed in a thrift shop tuxedo, said as he entered.

“Stay as long as you like,” Timkin said, magnanimously.

Now someone put on Timkin’s favorite John Coltrane CD, and Timkin got pulled into a conversation with three of his friends from an old job, about a colleague who monopolized the one office bathroom.

Timkin nodded as someone spoke; he had no opinion on the subject.

Groups of the guests went downstairs to see the balloons up close and Timkin decided to go with them. He put Lilia in charge of the party while he was gone. And then he walked downstairs and out into the crowds.

There must have been five thousand people milling around, wrapped in furs or long overcoats, or ski parkas, or leather jackets, high school and college kids, and heavily champagned sixty-year- olds, linking arms and singing. Timkin thought then of what a good place it would be for a terrorist to strike, how many prosperous lives could go up in flames. Lots of kids and lots of adults acting like kids, calling out to one another and sipping from flasks. Timkin felt almost happy. And somehow because he was doing this he thought something good might happen. He missed Amy and he felt as though he’d figured out their problems. If she came back, he would know how to do it differently—he himself would be different— and it would work.

They would have children before too long and this whole party would mean something else. Wherever she was he knew she was thinking of him. How could she not? This was their night.

The air had chilled and he could see his breath. He realized he didn’t really know the group he was out on the street with. They were the friends of Jordan, and Jordan was here, but Timkin had never really liked Jordan that much. He thought Jordan was spiteful and shallow and possibly an alcoholic.

He thought he recognized some of the faces he passed; a few were people who’d grown up in the neighborhood, including a girl named Tara Feinberg he’d had a crush on. “Hey!” she said.

“How are you?”

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he kept saying that to everyone who asked, “Great” and “Can’t complain.” He glanced up at his apartment window and saw the darkened silhouettes of people moving within, touching arms, listening to stories, eating, and laughing. It made him think of store mannequins enacting scenes in the windows of Saks and Barneys. Were they any less lifelike?

He was becoming scornful, he thought. And this was not a scornful night, although he kept picturing someone pouring gasoline on one of the balloons and setting it on fire.

Back upstairs he had another scotch, and soon after that a glass of wine. Not so much because he needed or wanted them, but because they gave him things to do other than to get into a long conversation, which he felt would eventually bring him back to Amy. When he was a boy, Timkin would go out at midnight in his pajamas to see the balloons.

His favorite was always Underdog, because he identified with him, and decades later, at the end of these parties, he would call Amy Polly Purebred (Underdog’s bitch, Amy liked to say) and she would play along. She liked Timkin’s friends and they, for the most part, took to her, other than Lilia, who told Timkin once that she didn’t trust Amy, that she thought Amy would fool around on Timkin someday.

He looked over now to Lilia and she waved to him and returned to her conversation.

Timkin’s mother called at 11:30 to ask how everyone was, and Timkin held the phone out to the room so she could hear the party’s chatter.

“What is Amy wearing this year?” she asked.

Timkin described one of Amy’s cocktail dresses, a slinky, bare-backed number he’d bought her before a New Year’s party at the River Café.

“I’m so glad you’re living there, that someone’s putting that place to such good use.”

Sabrina Willis asked Timkin, “Which Marriott?” She had called one and they hadn’t had an Amy Timkin registered there.

“I thought it was the Marriott,” he said.

“Let’s call her cell phone.”

“I already did,” Timkin said. “She was going to sleep. She had a long day.”

“Oh, she’ll talk to us. I’m calling.”

“Don’t,” Timkin said a bit too forcefully. “I mean I promised Amy we’d let her sleep.”

Sabrina shrugged.

“I miss her. Would you tell her that I missed her?”

“I will,” Timkin said.

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And then Sabrina went and joined her husband in the kitchen.

There were now, he guessed, a hundred and thirty people in his apartment. It might have been the best party he’d given. It was cold out and the mulled cider had been a good idea, and people had had a lot to drink, but not so much that anything out of control was likely to happen.

Buzzed himself and feeling flushed, Timkin moved from circle to circle, freshening glasses, making introductions, greeting utter strangers who were arriving now in significant numbers.

He’d ask the lot of them to leave at around two or maybe three if it was still going strong.

Who knew when or if this would ever happen again? It reminded him of an Irish wake—a celebration at a time of loss, though he wasn’t ready to say yet that he’d lost anything.

Someone reached around and hugged him then from behind.

Amy, he thought, just as he’d wanted, as he’d been imagining all night. The grip was tight and had all of the affection and penitence he had anticipated from her.

But it was Lilia. “What’s up?” he said, and she held his glance for too long.

“I know,” she said.

“You know?”

“I’m not blind.”

“She’ll be here tomorrow,” Timkin said.

Lilia smiled sadly.

“It’s true, you know,” he said, still believing it.

“Fuck her.”

“I’m drunk,” Timkin said proudly.

“As you should be.”

Someone pushed the music louder. The dining room table got cleared off to the side and around a dozen people were dancing. The lights dropped. A woman in a tight lavender dress whispered something into the ear of a faintly bearded man in a crisp white dress shirt.

People filled every room in the apartment— the kitchen, the bedrooms, and the hallways.

Strangers would sleep together tonight, he thought; maybe someone was falling in love.

Timkin pictured Amy out on the street looking up at their window. Would she have any idea what was happening inside? Would she know what she was missing? Would she see all that was still possible?

It felt like the moment in a movie before something terrible occurred, before the iceberg or the rogue wave.

If I could only stop the film right here, he

thought. He took a deep breath and let the spinning room and Lilia’s solicitous face settle before his eyes.

“You know what she told me once?”

“What?”

“She told me once she almost didn’t marry you; that what it came down to more or less was how much she loved this apartment.”

“That’s bullshit.”

She leaned in and kissed him and Timkin pulled away, as if from a flame.

He refused to believe Amy would ever say anything so unkind. His love for her was his insulation against whatever bad news the world had in store for him.

He stood now at the center of the dance floor, at the center of his party and soaked it all in, all the love and laughter. He closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, his guests were all looking his way. He could see everyone from everywhere: his childhood friends, and his high school teachers, his colleagues from work and people he had liked and admired, or secretly feared. They were all here, and likely Amy was here somewhere as well. That was the nature of the night—you could see your entire past all at once and you could figure out who you were and what it all added up to.

Timkin took a long sip of what he hoped was his own drink, then held the glass aloft.

Someone cut the music; they were waiting for the host to speak.

“To Amy!” he called out to everyone he could see. “To Amy!” a chorus of them yelled back, and if this was only the start of the darkest part of his life, Timkin marveled at what he’d already been able to make of it.

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TOM BARBASH is the author of the award winning novel The Last Good Chance and the nonfiction book On Top of the World: Cantor Fitzgerald, Howard Lutnick, and 9/11; A Story of Loss and Renewal, which was a New York Times bestseller. His stories and articles have been published in Tin House, McSweeney’s, Virginia Quarterly Review, and other publications, and have been performed on National Public Radio’ Selected Shorts series. He currently teaches in the MFA program at California College of the Arts. He grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and now lives in Marin County, California.

From the book STAY UP WITH ME by Tom Barbash. Copyright © 2013 by Tom Barbash. Reprinted by permission of Ecco, an Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.

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Funny, uplifting and surprisingly poignant, this irresistible slice of life features original music and lyrics by 5-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland). Tony winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful) is Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the dream of opening her own pie shop forever… until a baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. www.waitressonstage.com

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An elegant country soiree amidst the greenery with Singapore’s towering skyline as a backdrop.

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fruit and rum buns are the perfect evening pick-meup, especially when in a massage-induced trance.

I’m a proud American, and I am guilty of inventing my own menu items. And, now that they know me so well, they will even try to accommodate my orders. This is a special occurrence in Singapore where people do not deviate. Sometimes in a world of Asian delicacies I’m craving a cheese sandwich, (not a sandwich with 10 foreign things inside,) and their fresh baguettes are divine. Or a cup of homemade ice cream with fresh berries, but no waffle. The baristas are so sweet, smiley, and giddy, and they are dudes. #01-05, 82 Tiong Poh Rd, Singapore

Luxe The brunch scene in Singapore is top notch. A traditional Singaporean breakfast consists of anything you might eat for lunch or dinner, so Western style brunch spots are very popular. At Luxe, I love the chia seed and quinoa yogurt pudding served with fresh coconut cream, dragon fruits, bananas, and slivered almonds. So exotic, right? The Aussie Brekkie platter is the perfect plate of scrambled eggs, sautéed veg, bacon, fennel sausage, avocado, and

crispy toast! Check out the menu if you want to be jealous. There’s a reason the place has a heart in its name.

1 Keong Saik Road #01-04 Singapore. www.luxesydney.sg

Foot Reflexology Sometimes excruciating, always delightful. It’s easy to find a massage parlor around every corner in South East Asia. Massaging pressure points on your feet and legs relieves stress and anxiety and clears the mind, revealing open space for renewed clarity of thought. The two best foot massages I’ve had so far in Asia were in a little stall at the Manila Airport and at Chi Spa at the Shangri-La hotel. Go figure.

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It’s more rhythmic than the barre classes you’re used to at home, with more ballet movements. Ming even talks to the beat. Never stop. The beat never stops. Sometimes when the ladies are all wobbling in the lobby after class, not quite able to leave yet, I wonder if Ming is on a power trip? But it’s so much fun. After a few NEWater Visitor Center Learn about Singapore’s reclaimed water program. classes you’ll also feel more graceful NEWater plants transform treated waste water into than you did before.

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20 Koh Sek Lim Road, Singapore Masters Yoga Sadham Lllao Llao Try the “Hot Stretch.” It is a class This is the Spanish froyo sensation. They offer full of exotic bindings taught by only one flavor; Natural Yogurt. Best way to Shree, a Yoga Siromani (Jewel in the take it is the Santum. A big cup of tart yogurt Crown of Yoga) and Yoga Acharya layered with fresh fruit, crunch, and sauce of (Master of Yoga) who comes from India. Shree is incredibly attuned your choice (dark chocolate). Many Locations. to his students’ bodies and will help you move into positions you have Raffles Courtyard The best place to try a Sling is also the “only” never imagined, and accomplish place one should try a Singapore Sling. At the things you thought were impossible. bar in the classic Raffles Hotel Courtyard. Not It’s a heady feeling when you finish. to be confused with their famous Long Bar, You will have complete trust when you see this man in action. He’s a which should be avoided. great teacher.

Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Rd, Singapore 77A Tanjong Pagar Road Gardens By the Bay The architecture in this strip of Singapore is incredible.

I suggest crossing the sky bridge atop Marina Bay Sands by foot to arrive at a sprawling river park that used to belong to the ocean. It’s all about constructed environments in Singapore. The best time to visit is at night when the trees and more, are all lit up.

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They play classic tunes from around the world, the crowd is mixed, all ages, and everyone here seems to be having a good time. The rooftop views in Singapore might Ce La Vi This is the nightclub on the roof beat NYC. 1 Bayfront Ave, Singapore. Tower 3 of Marina Bay Sands; AKA the

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OUTSIDE OF THE MAJOR TUSCAN ATTRACTIONS OF FLORENCE, PISA, AND SIENA, TUCKED INTO THE ROLLING HILLS AND OFFERING ACCESS TO THESE CLASSIC CITIES, LIE TWO OUTSTANDING GETAWAY DESTINATIONS. RELAX, DINE, SWIM AND HIKE, WHILE OVERLOOKING VINEYARDS AND ENJOYING LUXURIOUS TRANQUIL ACCOMMODATIONS.

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TENUTA LA BADIOLA Chef Alain Ducasse and the Moretti hotelier family teamed up to create a luxe, serene, countryside resort in the heart of Tuscany that is both eminently laid back, yet full of wow factor. Built around a restored, ancient Medici villa and arrived at through a gated, arcaded drive of majestic Cyprus trees, L’Andana is dressed to impress. Here guests sense they are in the hands of culinary, aesthetic and hospitality masters. On the 1000-plus-acre estate, guests can enjoy the outdoor heated swimming pool overlooking the ancient town of Castiglione della Pescaia, sunbathe or take a moment for

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reflection in the verdant gardens, practice their golf stokes, stroll the graveled paths through a working vineyard, immerse themselves in wellbeing at the spa, or take a cooking class in the magnificent Trattoria Toscana, located in what was once the granary of Grand Duke Leopold II of Lorraine.

The Michelin-starred Trattoria Toscana, with chef Gianluca Bennardo at the helm, serves wonderful seasonal, regional and typical dishes with a twist. Herbs and vegetables from the kitchen garden, as well as the estate’s olive oil are staples of the menu. Simple clay pots and rustic serving pieces belie the care and attention to detail that go into the dishes.

Open for dinner only, the restaurant has an airy and elegant interior and magnificent stone facade.

Rooms and suites at L’Andana have a refined old-world feel with all modern conveniences.

WIFI, fireplaces, views, marble bathrooms and plush upholstery and linens make each room an enclave of comfort.

Offering excellent service in a refined and memorable setting, L’Andana is ideal for a destination wedding, honeymoon, family or romantic travel, and business events.

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You’ve heard of a castle fit for a king, how about one fit for a Pope? How would you like to be a guest in such an exquisite, expansive, beautifully restored and meticulously maintained setting?

Those wanting a luxurious sojourn with the intimacy of history will love La Suvera.

Once a Papal summer palace, La Suvera offers magnificent guestrooms in the main Papal Villa, as well as in the property’s restored stone farmhouse and stables. Each themed suite – such as the Duke of Genoa or Marie Antoinette – contains period furniture, lavish textiles, artwork and antiques, as well as sumptuous, up-to-date bathrooms and amenities.

Aviaries, gardens, statuary and historic outbuildings dot the property. The outdoor swimming pool, nestled among flowering shrubs and medieval walls, is fed by a moss-covered fountain. A state-of-the-art Tuscan spa is located in the medieval part of the villa, and offers, among other things, a hydro-massage bath in an ancient stone cistern. An oil press dominates the main dining room of Oliviera, the converted mill where Tuscan and Italian specialties are served in candlelit splendor. Tennis, horseback riding, or mountain biking through the Chianti Hills can be arranged by the concierge.

The Ricci family, related to the royal family of Savoy and owners of La Suvera, maintain family apartments in the villa, as well as lovingly curated archives and a museum on the castle’s top floor.

Giving easy access to nearby Siena, Italian luxury outlet shopping and Tuscan wine tours, La Suvera is also ideal for destination weddings, family or business gatherings, and romantic getaways. www.lasuvera.it

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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK THREE BOLD BOUTIQUE OPTIONS

IBSENS HOTEL Ibsens is a mod, urban boutique hotel with a lot of design twists, yet still offering a homey feel. The staff prides themselves on creating a place where guests feel comfortable and familiar, as if they are returning home after a day exploring the city, rather than returning to a strange and unwelcoming local. The lobby is furnished with plush chairs, an enticing fireside sitting area, and even a record player with a large collection of vinyl from which to choose. This comforting aura permeates into all of the 118 spacious rooms and suites of the hotel. The large windows facing out onto the street allow a glimpse at the low-rise European architecture and buzzing-yet-not-too-loud Nordic city right outside.

Definitely worth a mention are the two tasty restaurants attached to the hotel, La Rocca for delicious Italian cuisine, and

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Pintxos for delectable Spanish tapas. An impressive feature of each restaurant is that they employ extremely gregarious staff from the country whose food they serve, which helps transport the diner to said country and allows a brief excursion from Scandinavia into the aforementioned Mediterranean cultures and gastronomies.

Ibsens is located only a few hundred meters from the Nørreport metro station, just past which is the Strøget pedestrian area with loads of shopping, historic and cultural attractions, and squares with ornately flowing fountains.

With careful attention to creating a pleasurable and personal experience for each guest, the appealing culinary options on site, and its prime location for exploring Copenhagen , Ibsens is definitely a worthy place to stay while in Copenhagen. Vendersgade 23. www.arthurhotels.dk/ibsens-hotel

ANDERSEN HOTEL Located just a five minute stroll from both the Copenhagen Central Station and the gates of Tivoli Gardens, the hip and affordable Andersen Boutique Hotel is in a prime location to explore the fascinating capital of Denmark. Once through the main entrance of the hotel, the bohemian vibe is immediately felt. The lobby and all 73 rooms are expertly decorated by the awardwinning English Designers Guild, in vibrant yet relaxing colors with an especially purple theme.

The rooms are comfortable and cozy, with every light fixture and furniture set adding to the ambiance, in both a useful yet interesting style.

The hotel, which was Denmark’s winner in 2014 for the country’s “Luxury Boutique Hotel” award, is dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere mixed with top service. The Andersen pioneered the innovative Concept24, allowing guests to keep their room for 24 hours no matter the

time of arrival, ensuring late check out with no extra cost. Around 5:00 in the evening, a complimentary glass of wine in a relaxing setting is offered during their signature “Cozy Hour” in the lobby, with board games and friendly faces abounding. Journeying out from the hotel, many of the cultural and historic sites of Copenhagen are within walking distance, making it easy to visit them all in only a few days. The hotel, which is located in the trendy Vesterbro quarter, perfectly captures and amplifies the vibes of the city while also allowing for easy access to all that Copenhagen has to offer. Helgolandsgade 12. www.andersen-hotel.dk/en

ABSALON HOTEL The Absalon is the sister hotel of the Andersen Boutique Hotel, with the same top location (in fact, just across the street from the Andersen) a few minutes away from Tivoli and the main pedestrian and sightseeing areas of the city. The classical architecture of the building works in synergy with the modern interior to create a posh yet welcoming atmosphere. This hotel is definitely the higher energy of the two sister hotels, with the Andersen being a bit more laid back and low key.

The liveliness of the hotel lobby, with guests from around the world enjoying the fashionable lounge area and bar, is contrasted with the plush seclusion

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of the rooms, fancifully decorated with colorful and exciting themes. Some of the bathrooms in the guestrooms even have multicolored light displays to really set a funky fresh mood while bathing!

The Absalon also offers the innovative Concept24, where guests may opt to keep the room for 24 hours no matter the time of arrival, meaning late check out without extra fees. One of Copenhagen’s oldest family-owned hotels, the fact that the Absalon’s management is third generation clearly shines

through with the competence, friendliness, and desire to please that each of the staff demonstrates.

After a light yet tasty Nordic breakfast, a leisurely stroll past Tivoli will land a wideeyed traveler smack dab in the center of Copenhagen, with easy access to the quaint Nyhavn canal and dining, Strøget shopping streets, and Rosenborg Castle and gardens. A stay at the Absalon will grant a traveller a fresh yet relaxing location from which to launch excursions into the heart of the fabulous city of Copenhagen. Helgolandsgade 15. www.absalon-hotel.dk/en WESTONMAGAZINEGROUP.COM

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LOOKING FOR EUROPEAN ADVENTURE? GET ON TRACK WITH A EURAIL PASS

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y first trip riding Europe’s rails was fueled by wonder and fraught with user error.

I had just turned 18, had never set foot on foreign soil, and couldn’t wait to see how far a 21-day Eurail Pass would take me.

The adventure got off to a rocky start.

I missed two trains out of Luxembourg City, thanks to a failure to grasp military timetables. Once onboard, I overshot my initial destination, thanks to a failure to figure out how to open the train’s door.

By the time of my second Eurail adventure a decade later, I was smarter, though not much wiser. A friend convinced me we could see it all – and save money! – if we visited a different European capital each day and slept on the train each night. Yes, we saved money. Yes, we saw a lot of Europe. Only, given the frantic pace, I don’t remember much of it.

But as they say, third time’s a charm.

A recent late-summer Eurail jaunt through Poland and Germany assumed a more leisurely

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BY JAYNE CLARK pace. The trains still run (almost freakishly) on time. They were blessedly uncrowded. On major routes, there was Wi-Fi and in-seat electrical outlets. The compartments were clean and comfortable. There were niceties I

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didn’t recall from past journeys, like attendants making the rounds of first-class cars offering gratis bottled water, tea or soft drinks, and snacks. Food served in the dining cars was freshly prepared.

But perhaps most personally gratifying was the fact that decades after breaking in my first Eurail Pass, I experienced the same sense of freedom and possibility that so exhilarated my 18-year-old self.

While the Eurail Pass is simple to use, it’s part of a complex system of more than 30 railways and other partners, including some ferries and bus systems, spanning 155,000-plus miles.

The Pass was introduced in 1959 as a means

Youth Pass lops 20 percent off ticket prices.

Some incentives to travel now: Europe is on sale, thanks to the strength of the U.S. dollar.

And Eurail is creating further incentives for off-peak travel this winter with 20 percent discounts on its Global Pass and Select Pass, or a free extra travel day for Regional or One Country Passes. Sample deal: A first-class, four-country Select Pass for Croatia/Slovenia, Hungary, Romania and Slovakia runs about

$222 for five days of travel within a twomonth period.

Other Eurail innovations, like a Global Pass that allows five days of travel within a 10-day span, cater to more time-pressed travelers.

(Sample itinerary: two days each in Berlin, Munich, Milan, Lisbon and Porto.)

Though American travelers still overwhelmingly favor France, Italy and Germany – three countries I conquered on

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of filling first-class compartments with American tourists (it’s sold only to non-European residents) and its popularity grew as a cost-effective way to discover the continent. Since then, it has evolved to encompass four distinct passes that allow users to tailor it to their individual plans.

The best-sellers are the Global Pass, which enables travel in 28 European countries, and the Select Pass, for travel in four neighboring countries. Eurail also markets a Regional Pass, good for travel in two countries, and a One Country Pass, available in 20 nations.

Each pass offers variations in the number of trips within a given period, plus the option for first- or second-class travel.

In addition, Youth Passes (ages 12-25) offer lower fares, and Saver Passes can bring significant discounts for two to five people traveling together.

The latest Eurail innovations are truly attractive for families. Up to two children ages 11 and younger can travel for free with an adult. And the new first-class

that initial Eurail journey so long ago – Eastern Europe is popping up with greater frequency on wish lists.

This year, Eurail added Poland (along with Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro) to its Global Pass options, which is what inspired my Polish sojourn.

Disembarking for the first time in the center of three fabulous cities – Krakow, Warsaw and Wroclaw – I was struck by how the sense of discovery never gets old, even for a seasoned traveler.

Plus, I’ve finally mastered how to open a train door.

The Eurail Pass is sold in the U.S. by authorized vendors and through travel agents. For more information, visit: www.eurailgroup.org/eurail-vendors

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Jayne Clark is a travel reporter who has covered the travel beat at multiple newspapers, including USA Today.

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ll-inclusive resorts are raising the bar to keep up with ever-rising expectations.

Paradisus Palma Real, set on the spectacular Bavaro beach in Punta Cana, is taking the lead with superior accommodations, gourmet restaurants, outstanding service and daily Jet Blue flights from JFK to Punta Cana.

If you’re taking the whole brood, book the Paradisus Family Concierge option, where check-in includes steamed towels and bountiful snacks. Guests also receive a cell phone with direct access to your own private concierge, just a call away for everything from a daily poolside cabana, restaurant reservations, even an evening bubble bath.

After a $12 million renovation, remodeled suites are decked out in a soothing palate of cool white and grey. The largest suites span 930 square feet, with expansive ocean front balconies and outdoor private Jacuzzis. At Paradisus Palma Real, younger guests enjoy adorable frills like mini slippers and robes, tear-free toiletries, beach toys, and bright T-shirts. The Kids’ Zone offers a gaming arcade, eco workshops, climbing wall, and acrobatic trampoline. While the young

ones are having the time of their lives, parents can indulge in a host of activities which run the gamut from aqua spinning to wine tasting and sushi classes. Yoga and Pilates are enjoyed in a bungalow studio open to the lush tropics. For a PARADISUS PALMA REAL

restorative experience, relish a Thai massage in the Oriental Garden, a sanctuary complete with rock gardens and pagodas. YHI Spa & Wellness Center offers traditional Asian treatments with a complimentary hydrotherapy finale. For a romantic getaway, book the Royal Service for

adult-only accommodations, restaurants, pool, and beach area.

Dining options are plentiful at Paradisus.

The most prestigious restaurant is the AAA Four Diamond Passion by acclaimed Michelin-starred chef, Martin Berasategui. The tasting menu focuses on locally sourced fish and lobster with a collection of specially selected wine pairings. Artful cocktails also raise the epicurean “bar,” thanks to resident master mixologist, Miguel Lancha. After dinner, grab the kids and check out the nightly entertainment.

When the sun goes down, head over to beachside Fuego Restaurant where live music transforms the shoreline into a starry nightclub, providing the perfect end to a day in Paradisus Palma Real; if you prefer, just shorten it up and call it paradise. www.melia.com PARADISUS PALMA REAL

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he great city of Philadelphia should be on every American history devotee’s bucket list. Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, Ben Franklin National Memorial, and the home of Betsy Ross are just a few of Philadelphia’s 67 National Historic Landmarks, the third most of any American city. A haven for culture as well, The Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum, the Opera Company, and Philadelphia Theater Company make this city a must for all ages. While enjoying the sights and sounds of Philadelphia, stay at the Latham Hotel, an example of the city’s history in its own right.

Built in 1907 as a 14-story apartment house on the site of the home of Bucknell University’s founder, William Bucknell, the property was transformed in the 1960s into an elegant hotel.

On the National Register of Historic Places, The Latham Hotel is conveniently located in historic Rittenhouse Square, home to the city’s best shopping, theater and restaurants.

A recent renovation includes a fully outfitted fitness center overlooking Walnut Street shops, plush public area interiors, and roomy guestroom marble bathrooms. A complimentary chauffeured Audi A8 is devoted to driving guests in and around Philadelphia’s City Center. Part of the distinguished Opal Collection Hotels & Resorts, Latham Hotel offers packages for families, weddings and romantic getaways. The hotel graciously blends old and new, as well as convenience and location into one stylish hotel property. www.lathamhotelphiladelphia.com

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After a $35 million renovation, 2016 is the best time to head to the seaside and stay at the Newport Marriott. The hotel is ideal for a multigeneration vacation or a romantic getaway, and with 24,400 square feet of function spaces, it is also perfectly suited for a destination wedding or a corporate gathering. The new interior celebrates the city’s maritime culture with canvas sailcloth, highly polished wood veneers, seaglass, and leather finishes. When you stay at this Marriott, Newport is at your doorstep; you’re in the heart of the historic waterfront and bustling wharfs. Daytime or evenings, restaurants serve

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pier side, pleasure cruisers launch, and charming local shops amuse tourists.

After a day of touring, schedule your ultimate pampering treatment at The Spa at Newport Marriott. Services range from deep Reiki and Thai massages to an Oxygen Facial, and Aromatherapy Wraps.

Then head over to the Skiff Bar, arguably the best spot for a local craft beer and light fare. Locals as well as hotel guests flock to this watering hole for a round of billiards and Newport’s only 2nd floor outdoor terrace view of the harbor. For classic Newport cuisine, Marriott’s Mainsail serves New England clam chowder and local lobster, “dock to table” bliss.

Although the Marriott is Newport’s largest hotel, the property feels like a neighborhood

place. A daily printout highlights activities and tours, while a concierge is happy to assist with fine-tuning your itinerary. The custom Villy beach cruising bikes out front are a collaboration with the local Boys and Girls Club. All proceeds from the rentals go to the charity. Bravo Marriott, well done. 25 America’s Cup Ave. 401/849-1000. www.marriott.com Make your first stop in Newport the Newport Visitor Center, conveniently located adjacent to the Newport Marriott. Here you will find tickets, maps, and schedules. From mansions to vineyards, museums, cruises, and walking tours, Newport is a destination that has so much to offer that visitors come back again and again. www.discovernewport.org

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NON-STOP TO LAKE TAHOE: THE CROWN JEWEL OF THE HIGH SIERRA

SQUAW VALLEY’S HIGH CAMP POOL AND HOT TUB

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ake Tahoe has remained an iconic North American ski destination since first hosting the Winter Olympics back in 1960. Perched atop the Pacific Crest while straddling two states, Lake Tahoe blends together California’s laid-back vibe with Nevada’s anything goes attitude.

NEW THIS SEASON:

JetBlue will be operating non-stop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York directly into the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Now East Coast skiers and snowboarders can spend more time on the slopes without sacrificing travel days on each end of their vacation.

Lake Tahoe has more ski resorts in close proximity than any other winter destination in North America and has benefitted from recent resort mergers and acquisitions. Industry leader, Vail Resorts now operates three mountain resorts as part of the company’s impressive portfolio: Northstar California, Heavenly and Kirkwood.

In addition, Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows recently merged, allowing access to 6,000 acres of skiable terrain via a single lift ticket, and have announced plans to join the two resorts via an interconnecting gondola bringing European style multi-mountain skiing to the area.

Lake Tahoe continues to add to its array of family-friendly attractions with new zip lines, scenic boat tours, helicopter rides, and dogsled tours. Of course, the exciting Vegas-style nightlife and entertainment is always a huge hit. Beyond the resort boundaries, the area has added more than 30,000 square feet of new storefronts, world-class restaurants and avantgarde art galleries.

The return of El Niño promises a healthy snowpack in line with the region’s average

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Jonny Moseley. Join Jonny on a memorable 2-hour mountain tour of Squaw Valley or Alpine Meadows.

Where to Stay: The full-service, luxurious Resort at Squaw Creek offers ski-in, ski-out convenience along with jaw-dropping views through floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking cascading waterfalls and heated pools.

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annual snowfall typically totaling more than 450 inches at summit elevations. Lake Tahoe is also home to the largest snowmaking systems on the West Coast, ensuring chairlifts will be turning from mid-November to late April.

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The recently merged resorts are putting the finishing touches on a five year, $70 million dollar “renaissance” that includes new highspeed chairlifts, a revitalized base village and

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the new world’s first ski-in, ski-out Starbuck’s.

The opening of the Siberia Express Chairlift will whisk powder-seekers six at a time to the wide open bowls on the upper mountain.

To fully experience these resorts, sign up for one of their special packages: The recently launched North Face Mountain Guides program will give you the ultimate tour of “Squallywood’s” secret stashes.

Bypass the lift lines wearing a new North Face Jacket, included in the price.

The Burton Relax & Ride program combines an all-inclusive introduction to snowboarding, along with an afternoon spa treatment.

The WanderLust “Mountain to Mat” workshop couples a guided half-day on the slopes with restorative yoga classes.

And for a special treat, sign up for a Free Ski and Ride with Olympic Gold Medalist,

Café under the guidance of Executive Chef Jack Connell is widely regarded as Lake Tahoe’s premier dining establishment.

For après ski at the base of the mountain, hang with the locals at Le Chamois and the Loft Bar. Where to Play: Located mid-mountain, Squaw Valley’s High Camp Pool and Hot Tub at 8,200 feet is truly one of the most breathtaking places in the world to relax (open during spring season only).

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With Vail Resorts’ recent capital investments of over $30 million dollars, Northstar is now recognized as a top ranked luxury and family destination.

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The newly revamped Village at Northstar is always brimming with activity. Elegant shops, fine dining establishments and fireside cabanas surround the outdoor skating rink.

Taking full-service to new heights: Northstar’s Primo Private Lessons grant guests carte blanche access to the resort. A pre-trip concierge consultation reserves exclusive instructors, demo equipment, early access to the mountain, dinner reservations and spa appointments, ensuring a seamless vacation experience. Northstar embraces California’s laid-back, luxurious lifestyle with the resort’s tost tradition, a daily celebration that serves up a complimentary glass of champagne to guests at 2:00 pm on the East Ridge Run. Where to Stay: The beautiful RitzCarlton, Lake Tahoe offers five star luxury mid-mountain accommodations, spa and fine dining along with a mountain concierge and ski valets to ease access to the slopes.

Where to Dine/Drink: Northstar’s Mountain Table dinner series pairs food from locally sourced farms with California wines in the resort’s ridgetop Zephyr Lodge (offered on select dates throughout the season.)

Where to Play: Spend an evening in nearby Truckee, a rustic logging and railway hub regularly voted one of the best ski towns in the country. Moody’s Bistro is a great spot to catch live music and take in the local scene.

HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN RESORT

With lake views that live up to the resort’s name, Heavenly Mountain Resort boasts the largest skiable acreage at a single resort (4,800 acres) and the highest summit elevation (10,067 feet) in the Tahoe region. The resort has recently seen a flurry of new development at the top and bottom of its 2.4 mile-long gondola connecting the hip, happening, Heavenly Village scene to the adrenaline-filled attractions found midmountain at Adventure Peak.

The Chateau storefronts have brought a new buzz to the pedestrian-friendly Heavenly Village located at the base of the gondola. Azul Latin Kitchen and its sister restaurant, Base Camp Pizza Co. are quickly becoming the go-to après ski hotspots. On the mountain, Heavenly continues to up the ante with zip lines, climbing walls, ropes courses and a soon-to-be-completed alpine coaster. Don’t miss the daily “Unbuckle at Tamarack” parties (think go go girls and mobile DJ snowcats.) Heavenly is the perfect choice for a guys’ or gals’ ski trip, with fabulous skiing across two states during the day and high-energy entertainment to keep you going all night.

Where to Stay: The Landing Resort and Spa, South Lake Tahoe’s only five-star, lakefront accommodations located within walking distance to the Heavenly gondola.

Where to Dine/Drink: High above the lake, on the nineteenth floor of Harvey’s Casino, 19 Kitchen and Bar serves an eclectic yet welcoming menu that will appeal to even the most discerning of palates.

Where to Play: The recently opened Hard Rock Hotel and Casino has taken the South Shore by storm with its impressive collection of rock and roll memorabilia and edgy live shows.

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Make Turns Right Off the Tarmac Located less than twenty minutes from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe serves as the destination’s gateway resort with spectacular views and options for every ability level. Present your boarding pass the day you arrive for deep discounts on lift tickets.

Share a Chairlift with an Olympian Locals’ favorite, Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, is known for having the area’s most thrilling HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN RESORT PHOTO BY RICH SILVER

tree skiing. Sierra is home to three Olympic gold medalists – Jamie Anderson, Hannah Teter and Maddie Bowman – so keep your eyes open for these “Golden Girls” shredding the slopes.

Go Steep and Deep Situated atop the Pacific Crest, Kirkwood Mountain Resort prides itself on its “big mountain riding with small town attitude” and legendary snowstorms measured in feet rather than inches. Enlist an ‘Expedition: Kirkwood’ mountain guide to bypass the lift lines and access under-theradar deep powder stashes.

OFF THE BEATEN PATH

Sugar Bowl Resort now operates neighboring Royal Gorge Resort, North America’s largest cross country skiing center with more than 200 kilometers of groomed trails. Open for skating, snowshoeing, snow biking and snow kiting, the resort offers a snow-filled adventure for everyone.

Get a Glimpse into the Future Spend the day exploring Lake Tahoe’s idyllic West Shore including a mandatory stop at Emerald Bay, one of the most photographed spots in the world. Be sure to sneak in a half day on the slopes at Homewood Mountain Resort for a preview of the resort’s multi-million dollar expansion plans.

For customized itineraries and to book a Lake Tahoe winter vacation, visitskilaketahoe.com Access complete resort profiles, real-time snow/ weather conditions and unbeatable deals on lift tickets and lodging.

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eer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah revolutionized the ski industry 35 years ago by being the first North American resort to provide the first-class service one would receive at a five-star hotel.

Deer Valley® offers luxurious amenities such as uniformed ski valets, groomed-to-perfection slopes, limited lift ticket sales, complimentary ski storage and mountain tours, on-site childcare and gourmet dining in three elegant day lodges. With local Vacation Planners to help with customized lodging and lift ticket packages, an award-winning ski school and the bounty of 300 annual inches of powder snow backed up by state-of-the-art snowmaking, Deer Valley offers guests a complete ski vacation experience. And you just can’t top the access; Deer Valley Resort is located a quick 36 miles from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) via interstate highways.

Deer Valley also manages the largest selection of accommodations in the Deer Valley Resort area, from comfortable hotel rooms to luxurious seven bedroom private homes.

Amenities include complimentary in-resort/intown shuttle service provided by Cadillac, daily housekeeping, concierge services and more.

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along with bike lessons and an exceptional line of full-suspension mountain bike rentals.

Music fills the cool mountain air many summer evenings, with a multitude of concerts hosted at the resort’s Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater.

Deer Valley Resort was voted the #1 ski resort in the United States in the World Ski Awards and is consistently rated #1 in guest service, grooming, lodging and on-mountain dining by the readers of SKI Magazine. Don’t let another winter season glide by without experiencing the Deer Valley Difference! 877/844-3337 or deervalley.com for more information and to book your vacation today.

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Yampa Valley’s rolling hills. Then settle down to a delicious three-course dinner with a distinctive Colorado menu of prime beef, free-range chicken, or fresh seafood.

LYNN BRITT CABIN

With its elegant table service, and majestic views, dining at Snowmass’ Lynn Britt Cabin is more than just a meal – it’s an experience. Savor dishes like butternut squash agnollotti, Summit Creek lamb shank, seared duck breast with wild mushroom risotto, and crispy skin chicken served with green chile and white cheddar macaroni and cheese

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CLOUD 9 BISTRO At Aspen Highlands, Cloud 9’s cozy Europeanstyle cabin couples authentic alpine culture with views of the iconic Maroon Bells. At lunchtime, get in the European spirit with a warm and bubbly fondue, hearty veal schnitzel or delectable black truffle gnocchi. Be sure to save room for the famous sweet and flaky strudel!

Evening snowcat dinners are also available and serve up unforgettable winter memories.

ELEMENT 47 In downtown Aspen, Little Nell’s Element 47 revives soulful American cuisine with a distinctive, artistic flair. Indulge in breakfast, lunch or dinner, and experience world-class, personal service in an approachable and timeless alpine environment.

ARAPAHOE BASIN & COPPER MOUNTAIN MOONLIGHT DINNERS

Unlike any other dining experience in Ski Country, Arapahoe Basin’s annual Moonlight Dinner Series highlights cuisine from mountain regions of the world. Hosted at Black Mountain Lodge, Moonlight Dinners are held on Saturdays during the full moon cycle. At Copper Mountain, Moonlight Dinners are offered three evenings this winter including New Year's Eve, at the midmountain Solitude Station.

named after legendary mountain man, Uley Sheer. Don’t miss the signature drinks served outdoors at the popular Ice Bar. In the evening, enjoy a starlit sleigh ride through the woods for a memorable five-course gourmet dinner.

TEN PEAKS Ten Peaks is the new hot spot to eat and drink at Crested Butte Mountain Resort this season.

Located at the top of Painter Boy lift, enjoy the 360° mountain views and a bar covered by a 34-foot retractable umbrella.

STEAMBOAT SKI & RESORT FOUR POINTS LODGE

Steamboat’s new multi-million-dollar Four Points Lodge, located at 9,716 feet, features a healthy upscale menu prepared with local ingredients.

The restaurant has a modern mountain lodge ambiance with native stone and reclaimed wood, indoor and outdoor gas fireplaces, expansive deck, flat-screen TVs and stunning views of Storm Peak.

SLEIGH RIDES AT HAYMAKER Dash through the snow as a pair of majestic draft horses pull your 20-person sleigh through

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LUNCH ROCK

Perched at 11,000 feet, Lunch Rock’s menu puts a fresh spin on classic Colorado cuisine. Instant favorites include The BLAST: Heritage Farms bacon, fresh lettuce, ripe avocado, hand cut salmon and local tomatoes served with crispy smashed red potatoes; and the delectable Butternut Squash Soup, blended with stewed apples, herbs, and a smidge of cream.

TELLURIDE SKI RESORT ALLRED’S RESTAURANT

Telluride’s flagship restaurant, Allred’s, greets guests with spectacular views and one of the most sophisticated menus and wine lists in the Rockies.

At the end of the ski day, après at Allred’s with a cocktail and savor the Telluride vibe.

ALPINO VINO At almost 12,000 feet, ski or ride into Alpino Vino, North America’s highest elevation restaurant. Enjoy delicious, homemade soups, sandwiches and antipasti along with a worldclass wine list. At night, guests arrive via the Snow-Coach for a “magnifico” five-course Italian themed menu.

BON VIVANT America’s highest wine bar, Bon Vivant is located at the top of Polar Queen Express chairlift. The menu of classic country French cuisine includes lamb cassoulet, croque madame, foie gras, and made-to-order crepes. With its extensive French wine list and hand-crafted hot chocolates, Bon Vivant makes for a glorious fine dining lunch experience. At night, an exclusive five-course meal is just a snowcat ride away.

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ilversea Cruises’ elegant new Silver Muse, with just 286 suites, will make her maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Nice at the start of an exciting 2017 season, during which she will visit over 130 ports in 34 countries on three continents.

The innovative ship, currently under construction in Italy, is designed to elevate the ultra-luxury cruise experience with more restaurants and creative dining options, more open-air spaces, enhanced small-ship intimacy, and spacious all-suite accommodations.

The inaugural season will officially launch on April 20 with a 13-day maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Nice, calling on such iconic Mediterranean ports as Marseille, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Valletta, Amalfi, Rome, Livorno, and Sorrento. Preceding the voyage is a special 8-day debut cruise coinciding with the Easter and Passover holidays, sailing roundtrip from Monte Carlo on April 10.

The balance of the ship’s summer sailings will be devoted to exploring the charming harbors, ancient civilizations, and jet-set splendors of the Mediterranean on mostly 12-day voyages.

Then, in September, a 16-day transatlantic sailing from Southampton to Montreal will introduce Silver Muse to the Americas.

Silver Muse puts the finishing touch on an extraordinary year when she departs from Fort Lauderdale in October on a 66-day roundtrip Grand Voyage circumnavigating South America.

Highlights include a crossing of the Panama Canal, two days cruising Chile’s majestic fjords, a three-day stopover in Rio de Janeiro,

plus multi-day calls in Buenos Aires and Callao (gateway to Lima and Machu Picchu).

The simply divine Silver Muse will accommodate just 596 guests in sumptuously appointed suites, each dressed in warm earth tones of cream, saffron, green, and sienna. With the highest number of large suites (Silver, Royal, Grand and Owner’s) in the fleet, and greatest number of connecting suites for families and friends, Silver Muse will offer a welcoming blend of spaciousness, luxury, and comfort, where guests can feel immediately at home. Of special note is the two-bedroom Owner’s Suite, a stylish apartment suite offering the ultimate level of spaciousness and comfort with 1,389 square feet of luxurious living space.

Guests will also enjoy a delectable diversity of cuisines offered at eight restaurants, providing more dining options than any other ultra-luxury ship. In addition to Silversea’s acclaimed dining hallmarks, the line is adding a host of inspired new restaurant concepts tailor-made exclusively for Silver Muse. More than mere dining venues, her innovative restaurants are designed to be places of discovery, entertainment and socialization as well. Among the dining choices is Atlantide, an elegant European-style bar and grill where designer seafood dishes and fish specialties are complemented by an array of enticing options

for steak lovers, and Kabuki, where guests will enjoy watching the chef masterfully prepare Asian-inspired delicacies on a state-of-the-art teppan grill.

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Silversea’s award-winning fleet to nine ships and will once again significantly raise the bar in ultra-luxury cruising with a wealth of enhancements to the onboard experience, while satisfying the uncompromising requirements for comfort, service, and quality of the world’s most discerning travelers.

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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS TOP 10 REASONS YOU NEED TO VISIT TELLURIDE THIS WINTER 1. No Lift Lines Telluride doesn’t get crowded like other resorts. There are rarely lift lines, which means there is more powder for you to enjoy.

2. Exceptional Dining Whether you’re looking for a fresh pizza, foie gras or a free-range steak, Telluride’s restaurant selection will not disappoint – on or off the mountain. Condé Nast readers ranked Telluride in their Top 20 List of Best American Cities for Foodies and Fodor’s in their Top 10.

3. Chain-Store-Free Shopping Telluride offers a unique collection of independent retail shops and galleries, without a chain store for 50 miles. Wander historic downtown Telluride or the pedestrian-friendly plazas of Mountain Village in search of the perfect gift, fashion accessory, or latest sporting equipment.

9. Direct Flights 4. Breathtaking Scenery Fly direct into Montrose from 10 major cities this winter, including Telluride has been chosen as one of the most scenic towns and resorts New York and Newark. Montrose Airport boasts the best performance by the likes of Condé Nast Traveler, USA Today, Ski Magazine, Travel & among mountain destination airports with a 98% flight completion Leisure and countless visitors. Tucked into a box canyon surrounded rate, all but insuring your arrival in easy fashion. on three sides by 14,000-foot peaks, the town is designated as a National Historic Landmark, preserving its colorful Victorian-era 10. Friendly Locals Condé Nast named Telluride one of the friendliest cities in the homes, clapboard storefronts & historic buildings.

U.S., declaring “Unbelievable beauty” abounds in this “laid-back” 5. Holiday Spirit community. But the most winning aspect, according to most readers, is Telluride in winter is about as magical a ski town as you could its “down-to-earth denizens.” As one reader says, “the nearest stoplight possibly imagine. All of Main Street is decked out in twinkle lights, is 75 miles away, as is the nearest snob.” garland wrapped streetlights, softly falling snowflakes and Telluride’s signature ski tree.

Contact Telluride Properties to learn more: 6. Mix of Beginner & Expert Terrain 970/728-0808 or searchtelluriderealestate.com The Telluride Ski Resort offers a genuine experience for all levels of skiers thanks to a mix of terrain spread over 2000+ skiable acres. Even beginners and intermediate skiers can ride to the highest peaks and enjoy terrain and views typically reserved for the experts.

7. Family Friendly Kids under 6 ski for free and a large portion of the mountain is naturally inviting to kids and families. Enjoy sledding at Town Park, ice skating on multiple outside rinks or rent a fat tire bike to pedal on the manicured Nordic trails of the Valley Floor. A wide-selection of hotels are well equipped to keep young visitors entertained – all within walking distance to skiing, restaurants, and shopping.

8. Events Telluride is famous for its signature events – A few winter staples include the New Years Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, The Comedy Festival, Telluride Aids Benefit, and a host of musical & theatrical performances throughout the season.

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for many New Yorkers is to monitor real estate prices with the same enthusiasm as a sports fan keeping track of football stats. As property values constantly reach new highs, with no end in sight, owning a home in many parts of the city seems a fantasy on par with winning the lottery. The reasons for this skyrocketing inflation are clear: Buyers both here and abroad continue to view NY condos and co-ops as one of the best and safest investments to be found worldwide. The supply and demand effect, combined with the global draw the city poses for millennials, continues to drive prices upward for all types, sizes, and locations.

Part of this spike has and continues to be driven by New York’s unprecedented level of development over the past two decades. Areas once described with words like “seedy,” “gritty,” and “dangerous” have been transformed into some of the hottest and most coveted areas in town. As recently as the ‘90s, Brooklyn was a place people spent their life trying to escape. Today, parts of Dumbo, Williamsburg, and Greenpoint have even surpassed some Manhattan neighborhoods in price. Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, and Crown Heights continue to draw artists and millennials in droves.

Thanks to rapid gentrification, parts of Brooklyn where people would lock their car doors before driving through, are now home to some of the trendiest new businesses and condo developments.

But despite the wealth of options, not all places are created equal. Ask any young person where they would like to live and the answer will inevitably be “South of 14th Street.” Within that zone, the most desirable areas for this in-the-know demographic include Soho, the East and West Villages, and the Lower East Side. Among these, the hottest area is the Lower East Side. Still the most affordable, it’s poised to explode over the next decade in terms of development. For now, the evolution can be seen in the bargain shops on Orchard and Ludlow that have become boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and bars. New hotels and multimillion-dollar luxury

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COOP VILLAGE IS ONE OF THE MOST DIVERSE NEIGHBORHOODS IN ONE OF THE MOST DIVERSE CITIES ON EARTH, AND, IT’S STILL ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE. condos are popping up everywhere, and being snapped up just as quickly.

The most notable development of all is Essex Crossing, a 1.9-million square foot residential, commercial, and community space that will revitalize Delancey and part of Grand Street. In fact, the repurposing of these six acres, which have sat mostly vacant since 1967, represents one of the most significant urban renewal projects in the history of the City. Phased construction has already broken ground and won’t be completed until 2024.

The ambitious projects certainly don’t stop there. At the foot of the Williamsburg Bridge there’s a cavernous underground space that extends the width of Delancey and runs several blocks west. The space was once the terminal and turnaround for trolleys coming over the bridge prior to subway service. Today, a team of young entrepreneurs has reimagined and proposed this space as the world’s first underground park that uses fiber optics to transfer sunlight below the street. The project, referred to as “The Lowline,” is poised to be groundbreaking in every sense of the word. In addition to these amazing projects, there are ambitious plans for the East Side Waterfront and expanded ferry service to Brooklyn and the Rockaways.

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Yet while the area north of Delancey continues to get the most attention from developers, one unique area has recently started to emerge as the best-kept secret of the city – even amongst people who have lived here their whole lives.

Coop Village is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in one of the most diverse cities on earth, and, it’s still one of the most affordable.

The neighborhood boasts four individual cooperative complexes, which run from Clinton Street several blocks east to the river and from Grand Street several blocks south.

The smallest, yet most special of these coops is Amalgamated Dwellings, a six-storey, 236-unit art deco building with an interior courtyard and fountain that dates back to 1930. With its serene, park-like interior it’s truly one of the lesser-known gems of the City.

Built by the Amalgamated Garment Workers Union, this European-style building would seem better suited to Central Park West than Grand Street, but the people who populate it couldn’t be more different. It’s a blended area of Orthodox Jews, Asians, Hispanics, and African Americans, a cornucopia of young couples of all sexual orientations, a hive of children, single professionals, octogenarians, artists, and empty nest suburbanites seeking a pied-a-terre.

Mornings on Grand Street are a bustling showcase of mixed ethnicities, children going off to school while their parents rush off to work, joggers heading over to the East River for a run zipping past mothers pushing strollers, Asian grandparents walking their young charges to school, parents on bicycles with their toddlers strapped in behind, and bearded hipsters with Baby Bjorns strapped to their chests, dogs nipping at their heels, as they head for a morning coffee. It’s a symphony of diversity in total harmony, a unique Big Apple experience that you don’t find anywhere else.

There’s little doubt that Coop Village’s value, beauty, allure, and draw for young professionals will ensure that its bargain basement prices won’t last for long. Within a few short years, it’s the opinion of this lifelong New Yorker that Amalgamated Dwellings and its neighboring buildings will command much higher prices.

In the meantime, the three other coop developments in the area offer a newer and larger alternative to the area’s crown jewel. With its four buildings and 1672 units, East River Coop offers fabulous views north, south, and east to Brooklyn. Hillman Buildings, which sit like bookends on either side of Amalgamated, consist of three buildings and 807 units and seems to have been transported from Forest Hills or Kew Gardens. Lastly, the Seward Park Complex, the most westerly complex of the four, boasts 12 semi-attached towers and 1728 units.

The Lower East Side has always been a melting pot of cultures, as it historically drew in and absorbed the seemingly endless influx of immigrants that arrived through Ellis Island.

As a testament to their structural longevity, many of the tenement buildings where they lived still stand (significant renovation hasn’t hurt). This melting pot dynamic hasn’t changed and only continues to attract people of all ages, cultures, ethnicities, and socioeconomic status. If you love New York and want to have a true New York experience, visit the Lower East Side. And if you’re looking for a great place to live or purchase as a pieda-terre, do yourself a favor and check out the Coop Developments along Grand Street. But let’s keep this a secret between us!

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PRIVATE ISLAND, BAHAMAS Saddleback Cay, Exuma Cays. Private PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS The Reef at Atlantis. Unparalleled views island 47 acres with a protected harbor easily accessible from the Atlantic side. are enjoyed from this 18th floor 1,000 sq. ft. unit with 1 BR 2 full BA, full kitchen. Concierge, 7 pristine beaches and elevations up to 90 feet. WEB: C3CERR US$11,800,000. Spa, Beach Club, water park, shopping, and restaurants. WEB: 21842 US$1,200,000.

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NASSAU, BAHAMAS Old Fort Bay. Wapiti Estate. 0.608 acres, 160’ canalfront PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS Ocean Club Estates. Casa Sophia. and a private beach. Main house 4 BR 4.5 BA, and guest cottage offers a total of 8,480 sf. Magnificent 2.7-acre modern estate with over 500 feet of beautiful sandy Pool, generator and fully-serviced dock with boat lift. WEB: 24028 US$3,980,000. beach. A total of 6 BR, 9 bathrooms. WEB: GH6ZZ3 US$30,000,000.

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Stately gates introduce a courtyard lined with Belgium blocks. Magnificent craftsmanship hallmark this 9,600 sq. foot Harrison residence. Master suite with 5 Bedrooms, 8 Baths, Chef’s Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Rec Room with Fireplace, Media Room, Gym, Wine Cellar and three Car Garage.

Mahogany deck overlooks pool and Koi Pond

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Capturing the best of luxury living, this house is a masterpiece of design. It is located in Harrison, one of Westchester County’s premier communities.

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models of child development have been essentially silent on the matter of spirituality in child and adolescent development, largely due to a lack of scientific research. With a relatively recent wave of rigorous science in top peer review journals, we now have a breakthrough wave of science that shows us: 1) children are born inherently spiritual, 2) this natural spirituality can be supported by parents and caring adults, and 3) if it is supported, it is the greatest source of resilience and thriving known to the medical or social sciences.

Just as the child is born with an innate social sense or cognitive ability, every child is born with a biologically based capacity for natural spirituality. This natural spirituality, if it is supported, is a tremendous resource for health and thriving. The research supports this: adolescents with a strong personal spirituality are 60% less likely to suffer from substance use and abuse and 80% less likely to engage in risky and unprotected sex than adolescents who are not spiritually oriented.

Natural spirituality is inborn, foundational to our nature, and our birthright. It is in our innate nature to seek and perceive transcendence, a connection to a larger universe. These abilities and drives can work together to develop a two-way relationship with a higher power – God, the creator, the universe, or nature, for example. This relationship is expressed in many different ways in different traditions.

Religion is an embrace of our natural spirituality, as it is shared or transmitted from a specific group of people and carried out in specific traditions. Religion can cultivate our natural spirituality, but so too can other institutions and practices—yoga, spending time in nature, and acts of service, for example.

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sense of community and relationships based upon spiritual values. These are all critical elements of developing a personal spirituality.

Science has revealed a vivid picture of inborn, natural spirituality in children, with clear implications for how parents and other adults can support the development of that spirituality. We know now that there is nothing more profoundly beneficial to children than to foster their innate spirituality. This is monumentally important information for all parents to have and use.

As a scientist at the forefront of this research, I know that personal spirituality is the greatest, life-giving resource for children. But, in my day-to-day life as a parent to three children, I see that this essential information has not yet made its way into the culture of parenting.

When I talk to other parents about my work at pick-up and drop-off, or on the sidelines of a soccer game, they light up with recognition of the idea they hadn’t previously been able to identify or articulate: that children have a deep connection to something larger than

themselves. The science I share with them squares with their experience of their children, and inevitably they share wonderful anecdotes.

But how to use this incredibly valuable information as a parent or an educator is what is missing in our literature. My aim in writing The Spiritual Child is to lay plain the scientific findings so parents can understand this great resource in their children and learn how to encourage and support it.

Our parenting culture is very good at mastering new ideas that are based upon science. For instance, take toddlers and the “terrible twos.” When parents figured out that two-year-olds must say “no” as a biologically based developmental imperative – in order to become their own personalities – we stopped thinking that two-year-olds are simply defiant or stubborn, or that we were doing something wrong as parents. Once we understood the developmental process, we learned to honor the little person’s important work of individuation and burgeoning sense of agency.

So too with spiritual development. With the right road map to spiritual development, we as parents are far more able to ensure that our children thrive. For example, we can foster spiritual development by sharing our own spiritual experiences, questions, and wonderings; by talking with our children about their questions and experiences without judgment; by building a spiritual practice together; by nurturing active relationships with creatures of all kinds and with nature; by sanctifying family as a way of showing that we all are part of something larger; by using spiritual language on a daily basis; and by striving toward a higher bar in our own behavior and ethics.

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BY MICAELA BLEI

The Moth is an acclaimed not-for-profit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. It is a celebration of both the raconteur, who breathes fire into true tales of ordinary life, and the storytelling novice, who has lived through something extraordinary and yearns to share it. At the center of each performance is, of course, the story – and The Moth’s directors work with each storyteller to find, shape and present it. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of stories to standingroom-only crowds worldwide.

The Moth’s Education program works with high school and college students—and teachers of all grades—to tell their personal stories onstage, live, without notes. Storytelling creates community, builds confidence, and helps with many essential skills—from empathy to critical thinking.

The Moth has been working in NYC schools since 2001; the StorySLAM program started in 2012 as an experiment; now there’ve been over 50 student shows. StorySLAM students brainstorm stories from their lives, learn how to craft great Moth stories, and give each other supportive feedback to make the stories better. The teams get close because, when you really listen to someone share a personal story that matters to him or her, you end up feeling connected.

GrandSLAMs are held twice a year with students from different NYC schools telling stories. (The June GrandSLAM was held at the New York Public Library for over 300 people.)

Two new programs have launched this year: a curriculum resource guide for teachers who want to do storytelling work in their classrooms and the piloting of All-City StorySLAM. Students from across NYC come together once a week for a few months and then have a show. The goal is to create a sense of community with students who might otherwise never meet. Students are making storytelling part of their lives—starting groups at college, interning for The Moth, and learning to lead workshops themselves. education.themoth.org MICAELA BLEI is the Education Program Manager at The Moth.

ALEEZA KAZMI is currently a freshman at Stony Brook University. She first told this story in April, 2015, when she was a senior at Beacon High School. In June, Aleeza performed “Pastels and Crayons” at the High School GrandSLAM at New York Public Library’s Celeste Bartos Forum.

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Pastels and Crayons

by Aleeza Kazmi

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O I’M SIX YEARS OLD, AND I’M IN THE FIRST GRADE, AND

I’m sitting at a table with my three best friends–and we’re all really similar. We all wear the same clothes from The Children’s Place that our moms buy us, and we play on the monkey bars during recess, and play house underneath the playground at St. Catherine’s Park which is behind our elementary school, and all of our names start with “A.” There is Anna, Amanda, Ashiya and Aleeza.

And we’re working on self portraits. And this is sort of an icebreaker project of the first grade. And my teacher Miss Ellington presented it as like a way to get to know each other’s faces, these are going to be hung up on the wall, and I was really excited because we are on our third day of self portraits and we were going to color them in finally. And I was super excited about this, because my mom had bought me a coloring book over the summer and I learned how to color inside the lines, and I was really excited about that–and I learned all these really cool techniques for how to draw properly, and I was basically young Picasso and I was ready to show off my skills to my friends.

And I knew this was an extremely special project because Miss Ellington had brought out oil pastels. Every table got one box and every box had one of each color, and I love oil pastels because they’re really soft, and so I used to take them and pinch them between my fingers and like feel them melt into my skin almost.

And because there is one of each color in every box, you have to be patient and wait for your color to not be used. And the color I wanted was being used. I was ready to color in my face. And all of my friends had colored in their face peach, and since we’re all the same girl I figured I would use peach as well.

So finally peach was available and I color in my face and I’m going slowly and I’m watching the oil pastel melt into the paper and I color inside the lines and it’s beautiful and I look down and the self portrait, this girl I’ve just drawn, is exactly how I see myself.

It’s like I’m looking into a mirror. And I’m proud. And I feel Ms. Ellington, my teacher, looking over my shoulder, and I got really

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excited, because Ms. Ellington loved it when people drew well, and I was like: she’s going to say to me that she’s going to hang it above her desk so that when people came in they knew that I drew this amazing portrait!

And I was getting ready for her to compliment me... and instead she looks down and she says, “Aleeza, that’s not your color.” And I’m confused by this, because I don’t understand how colors can belong to people. And so I start panicking.

I’m like–was I not supposed to use oil pastels? Did I do something wrong? What did I do wrong? I couldn’t figure it out, and I couldn’t find a way to ask her, and she didn’t explain further. She just grabbed the oil pastel box and started looking through it, and didn’t find the color she was looking for and so she went to the crayon bin.

And every middle or elementary school had this infamous crayon bin, where it was like little bits and pieces of broken off crayon that were unwrapped and disgusting and like mixed together over years and years and years and never went away, and I never use crayons–I always use markers or colored pencils or something. But Miss Ellington went to the crayon bin, and she’s rummaging through and she pulled out this crayon, and it’s this little nub of a brown crayon that’s unwrapped and gross.

And Miss Ann Ellington hands it to me, and she says, “Aleeza, this is your color.” And I still don’t understand it, because how can colors belong to people? But I can’t figure out a way to ask her. And so I take

it, and she tells me to color in my face, and so I do, but crayon and oil pastel don’t mix together, and they’re not friends, they don’t want to be on the same page together. And so I’m pushing in this crayon and I’m going all different directions and trying to make it mix with the peach, but it’s not doing it, and I’m coloring outside of the lines now, and I’ve colored into my eye, and my lips, and now there’s red on my chin and I’m panting and Anna and Ashiya and Amanda are all staring at me, and I’m embarrassed, and when I’m done I look down and I’m this grotesque monster that can’t decide if I want to be peach or brown.

And I want to scream at Miss Ann Ellington, “Please do not hang this up, I– I’ll do it again, I’ll do it your way this time!” But she grabs my self-portrait before I’m able to say anything and she puts it into the pile with all of my even toned beautiful peach friends, and it’s hung up on the wall. And I go home that night and I asked my mom, like, “Why am I not allowed to be peach?”

ALEEZA KAZMI And she explains it to me as well as a mother can to a six-year-old who’s going through an identity crisis, you know: “I’m not peach, your dad isn’t peach,” and so she–she does her best. But I still don’t understand it, and I don’t want to ask her because I don’t want to sound stupid–because everyone else seems to understand this concept of color, but I cannot wrap my head around it.

And so I put this idea on the shelf and I don’t think about it again until the sixth grade, when I’m in a new school and we’re asking each other questions, like “Where did you go to elementary school,” and “What’s your favorite book,” and just trying to get to know each other a little bit, and this one boy comes up to me and asks me, “What race are you?” Which might be a complex question: some people can’t look at me and tell what race I am. And I didn’t know what race I was because I never really thought about it and so I’m trying to look for an answer, and I think back to Miss Ann Ellington and that brown nubby crayon, and I tell him, “I’m brown.”

And he looks at me and he’s so confused! And he says, “What do mean you’re brown? Brown isn’t a RACE.” And I– I– I find the words finally.

And they come up and this little six-year-old me inside is screaming, and then now I’M SCREAMING, and I’m saying, “Who are you to tell me what I am? If I say I’m brown I’m brown and DEAL WITH IT. So this boy never spoke to me again. Which is fine because I finally found the words and was able to stand up for myself.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } SUMMER PROGRAMS The Experiment in International Living An 80-Plus-Year History of Leadership and Innovation The Experiment in International Living has been providing immersive experiential learning programs abroad since 1932. Each year, students come away from an Experiment program with invaluable new skills, connections, awareness, and knowledge that helps them to thrive—and lead—in diverse intercultural environments.

Countless Experimenters have gone on to do extraordinary work in the world and attain important leadership positions in a diversity of fields and professions.

The Experiment currently offers 34 summer abroad programs for high school students in Europe; Asia; Latin America and the Caribbean; North Africa and the Middle East; and Africa, south of the Sahara.

THE EXPERIMENT DIFFERENCE Thematic Focus Experiment programs equip participants not only with essential cultural skills and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to critical global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. Experiment program themes: • Arts and Social Change • Peace, Politics, and Human Rights • Language and Cultural Discovery • Sustainability and the Environment • Experiment Leadership Institute (competitive, fully funded programs focused on leadership development) In summer 2015, more than 550 Experimenters traveled to 26 countries and came from 37 US states and 11 countries.

Global Network and Family of Programs The Experiment in International Living is the founding program of World Learning, a private, nonprofit international organization.

Other World Learning programs: • SIT Study Abroad (accredited semester and summer abroad programs for undergraduate students) • SIT Graduate Institute (master’s degrees and professional development programs) • World Learning International Development Programs (preparing communities worldwide to effectively address critical issues) • World Learning International Exchange Programs (academic, professional, and cultural exchanges) www.experiment.org / experiment@worldlearning.org Phone 800 345-2929 / TTY 802 258-3388 / Fax 802 258-3427 PO Box 676, 1 Kipling Road, Brattleboro VT 05302 USA

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Smith College Precollege Summer Programs Northampton, MA For talented girls entering grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 in fall 2016 Smith College Precollege Summer programs offer intellectually stimulating and unique opportunities for high school girls and international students who wish to pursue their academic interests in the classroom and beyond. Annually, these programs offer some 250 young women the freedom to explore challenging and intriguing subjects, to strengthen their college applications, and to increase their exposure to the Smith undergraduate experience while living and studying with other motivated and ambitious students from around the world. Our program offerings include Summer Science and Engineering, Women’s Writing, Discovering Women’s History, and Field Studies for Sustainable Futures.

Each summer, Smith welcomes to these programs young women from many nationalities and diverse racial and socio-economic backgrounds who together form an extraordinary intellectual community. The learning environment is hands-on, collaborative, exploratory, challenging and rich in role models. Professors who are world-class scholars offer personal attention in the classroom while encouraging students’ interests and passions and helping them develop new academic skills.

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Rhode Island School of Design Pre-College + Summer Studies Providence, RI RISD Founded in 1877, Rhode Island School of Design (or “RIZ-dee” for the acronym RISD) is one of the oldest and best-known colleges of art and design in the U.S. The college is located in Providence, Rhode Island, which offers its own vibrant art scene and is conveniently located between two other major cultural centers: Boston and New York.

Students at RISD access the institution’s one-of-a-kind Edna W. Lawrence Nature Lab, RISD Museum featuring more than 86,000 works of fine and decorative art and the RISD Fleet Library, recently named

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Columbia University – Summer 2016 New York, NY Columbia’s Summer Sessions offer the opportunity to take classes and begin a certificate program from across the University. Taught by world-class faculty, courses are available in over 50 subject areas, including Arts, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Human Rights, International Affairs, Mathematics, Prelaw, Quantitative Studies and Statistics.

Summer is a terrific time to learn something new, advance careers, and meet like-minded people in the setting of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Each summer, Columbia attracts students already enrolled in degree programs, individuals looking to improve their knowledge in anticipation of applying for higher education programs, professionals who want to move toward the next step in their career, and seeking personal enrichment through Post-baccalaureate studies.

Summer students have access to the state-of-the-art student center, gym and recreational facilities, as well as one of the most renowned library collections in the nation. The varying academic needs and backgrounds of students who attend the Summer Sessions make the community one of the most diverse and dynamic on campus.

Expert advisers help students customize a summer plan of action, whether they have their goals lined up and need a few more courses to fulfill them, or they’re starting a new career and want to deepen their knowledge in a field. Taking advantage of the resources of one of the world’s most esteemed universities can help any student reach his or her next step.

Columbia University’s Summer Sessions take place throughout the summer on various schedules. Application deadlines begin in May. To apply, see a complete summer calendar, and learn more about summer options at Columbia, visit ce.columbia.edu/learnsummer4 In addition to classes for visiting and returning students, Columbia University’s Summer Programs for High School Students offer highachieving students the opportunity to experience college life in the Ivy League while sampling the vibrancy of New York City as well as programs in Barcelona, Jordan and Beijing. All programs combine academic rigor and instructional excellence with lively extracurricular offerings and careful supervision and support.

Pre-College Each summer, 400+ high school students from around the world come to RISD for a comprehensive introduction to the college art school experience. Definitely not an arts camp, the six-week residential PreCollege program is focused, serious and challenging. Students experience the core elements of a RISD education – critical thinking and artmaking – in foundation drawing and design courses, critical studies in art, and a concentration in one of 21 diverse majors.

RISD Pre-College students have varied backgrounds and choose the program for many reasons: to find out if the arts is the right choice for them, to further pursue their art or to build their portfolio for college applications. Whatever the catalyst, students attending RISD Pre-College have one thing in common–they are passionate about art and design and are seeking an incomparable arts education and summer experience. precollege.risd.edu Summer Studies RISD’s Summer Studies program in the visual arts and design encompasses RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN a wide spectrum of interests to meet the needs of beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Students from colleges and universities around the world, as well as art and design professionals interested in new creative experiences, are drawn to RISD’s vibrant artistic community.

Scores of accomplished, award-winning artists, designers and educators – including members of RISD’s degree program faculty – teach in the summer programs. Courses include introductions to fine art fundamentals such as drawing and painting, as well as specialized areas of study such as architecture and industrial design, or graphic design, as offered through the Summer Institute of Graphic Design Studies.

In addition, RISD Global Summer Programs offer travel learning opportunities for students interested in understanding the role of art and design in various cultures.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Landmark College Putney, VT Landmark College’s summer programs, offered on our beautiful campus in southern Vermont and at select locations nationwide, introduce learning strategies to high school and college students who are struggling to LANDMARK COLLEGE gain a greater understanding of their personal learning styles.

Our innovative academic strategies can provide learning tools for students who study hard but have trouble retaining information; who start assignments but can’t finish them; and who show signs of learning difficulties as the demands of high school, pre-college, and college courses become more challenging. Summer programs offered in 2016 are: High School Summer Program for Rising Juniors and Seniors This three-week program offers abundant learning opportunities for high school students who struggle to keep up or who simply want to get a taste of a college atmosphere. Students are encouraged to assess their own college readiness while living and learning with a peer group and working with enthusiastic faculty and staff.

High School Summer Program, Social Pragmatics Track Running concurrently with the Traditional High School Summer Program, this track is specifically designed for students who struggle with social pragmatics as a result of autism spectrum disorder. This track will allow student to work on making more successful connections with peers, teachers, and others as well as encourage students to develop stronger academic routines.

Transition to College Program In this two-week program, students who have graduated from high school develop a clearer understanding of their own learning strengths and needs, and discover how resources and self-advocacy can support their success in college.

Summer Session for Visiting College Students A five-week session for current college students to learn and practice new learning strategies as part of a challenging academic atmosphere that leaves plenty of room for extracurricular activities, sports, recreation, and exploration of Vermont’s beautiful countryside.

Transition to College Workshop (New York City) Landmark College and Winston Preparatory School together offer this 10-day workshop for college-bound students, located at Winston Prep’s NYC campus and taught by LC faculty. Key goals are to allow attendees to develop a clearer understanding of their personal strengths and challenges with regard to college-readiness.

Intensive Workshop for Success in College (Berkeley, California) LC instructors teach this rigorous, five-day workshop at the University of California, Berkeley, for new and continuing college students. Specific focus is on test-taking strategies, time management techniques, notetaking skills, active reading, and useful technology applications.

For additional information, call 802-387-6718 email admissions@landmark.edu www.landmark.edu

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University of Dallas – Summer Programs in Rome In the Alban Hills just South of Rome, amid olives trees, umbrella pines, and a vineyard, the University of Dallas has a campus where it offers two courses for college credit to qualified high school students, Latin in Rome and Shakespeare in Italy. Each course includes morning travel into the city to visit museums, monuments, and artistic, historical or archeological sites connected with the primary texts that constitute the curriculum. Afternoons and evenings involve reading and reflection and seminars, spent discussing and interpreting these texts, as would be done in small classes at the college level. The intent is to give high school

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students a taste of what is to come, but to do so in the context in which these texts are set, and consequently to bring the texts to life in a way that cannot be duplicated at home.

Latin in Rome is led by Dr. David Sweet, Chair of the Classics Department, with the assistance of other faculty and graduate students in Classics. The course reads selections from Cicero (Letters), Vergil (Georgics), Livy, Tacitus, Pliny, Suetonius, and Latin inscriptions, such as the Laudatio Turiae. Day trips are included to archaeological sites in the area of Rome, and on a five day trip to the Bay of Naples, students visit Vesuvius, Pompeii, Oplontis, Sorrento, Capri, Cumae, Monte Cassino, and Cicero’s home town, Arpinum, all the while reading Latin texts that illuminate these sites. A recent participant shared, “I love Latin, and your program has all the more inspired me towards pursuing the language very seriously in the future, to majoring in Classics and beyond.”

Shakespeare in Italy is led by Dr. Gregory Roper, Chair of the English Department, Dr. Andrew Moran, Associate Professor of English, and Professor Stefan Novinski, Associate Professor of Drama, with the assistance of graduate students in English. The professors lead the students through reading, discussing, and enacting the most compelling works of William Shakespeare, including Julius Caesar and the Merchant of Venice, amid the enchanting and breathtaking Italian settings of Venice and Padua. The emphasis is not only on enabling them to read with greater insight and become more polished writers, but to envision the lively stage in which these plays were set. A recent participant shared, “Each professors’ insight and encouragement taught me to look at and think about art, architecture and society in a different way.”

For further information: email: udsummer@udallas.edu www.udallas.edu/travel

{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } University of Cambridge International Summer Programmes SUMMER PROGRAMMES FOR UNDERGRADUATES, GRADUATES AND ADULT STUDENTS The 2016 University of Cambridge International Summer Programmes, which run between 3 July and 13 August, give you the opportunity to meet award-winning lecturers, stay and dine in one of the historic Colleges and enjoy a range of weekend excursions and social activities. Long summer days allow time to explore all that Cambridge has to offer, from Colleges and collections, to punting on the river, or a traditional English tea at nearby Grantchester. In the evenings, you can choose from a wealth of talks, concerts and plays. At the core of the experience lies a vibrant and truly international community: over 50 nationalities will be represented.

The programmes are delivered at university level and geared towards an adult audience of undergraduate and graduate students, professionals and people who have retired. All are taught by leading Cambridge scholars and guest subject specialists, dedicated to making their courses both academically rigorous and immensely enjoyable. Participants will have already undertaken at least a year of study at, or have graduated from, a university, or – in the case of other adults, will bring workplace or other professional experience to the programme.

The Interdisciplinary Summer Programme comprises three two-week terms, which allow for two-, four- and six-week study periods. Within these terms are study paths of linked courses in international politics, philosophy, political thought, archaeology, history of art, English Renaissance, English houses and gardens, history of science and a plenary lecture series. Courses in 2015 covered subjects which included making film, the modern graphic novel, literature, Shakespeare, forensic archaeology and anthropology, animal behaviour, crises and international relations and economics.

In addition to the Interdisciplinary Summer Programme, there are seven specialist programmes: Ancient and Classical Worlds, Science, Literature, History, Shakespeare, Medieval Studies and Creative Writing.

Within these, you can choose from a wide variety of courses to create your own personalised study programme. The English Legal Methods Summer Programme is aimed at lawyers and law students from countries whose legal systems are not based on English Common Law. The University of Cambridge International Summer Programmes offer a rich and rewarding mix of range, teaching quality, academic rigour, accessibility, people and place. It all adds up to a winning combination of innovation and tradition: the best of both worlds.

Apply online: www.ice.cam.ac.uk/intsummer email intenq@ice.cam.ac.uk

The Boston Leadership Institute Wellesley, MA The Boston Leadership Institute offers award-winning summer STEM research programs at the Dana Hall School, a premier private preparatory and boarding school located in Wellesley, MA. Students develop high-level research skills and subject matter expertise that strengthen credentials valuable for college admissions, interviews, and essays. High achieving 8th graders through rising high school seniors apply and undergo a selective admissions process.

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The Boston Leadership Institute was named among five top summer science programs in the country by New York Times subsidiary, about.com, in 2012 and was again included when the list was updated in 2015. The Boston Leadership Institute was named among Top 101 Best Summer Camps, appearing among three top academic summer programs on the 2013 list.

Programs are led by teachers who hold major teaching awards, teach at top ranked schools, and/or hold advanced degrees from universities such as Yale, Harvard, and Princeton. Students take advantage of Boston’s prime location to visit premier research universities such as Harvard and MIT as well as world-renowned hospitals. Boston contains one of the world’s heaviest concentrations of leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies and students tour these as well.

Graduates have been accepted by top universities all over the world, including Yale, Dartmouth, McGill, Tufts, Columbia, Michigan, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, and Cornell. Students from 35 states and 10 foreign countries enjoyed hands-on research programs last summer.

Comparable numbers of males and females attend.

Dana Hall is located in Wellesley, MA, one of Boston’s most affluent suburbs, and is a 7-minute walk to the commuter rail, providing access to downtown Boston. Fully equipped science labs contain state-of-the-art features. For students choosing to board, dormitories are air-conditioned and contain kitchens. The beautifully landscaped campus contains beautiful playing fields, tennis courts, and basketball courts. The indoor recreational complex contains a 21,000-square-foot gymnasium with two NCAA regulation-size basketball courts; a three-lane, suspended indoor track; an Aquatics Center featuring a 25-yard, six-lane pool; squash courts; and a large exercise room with pondviews. Boarding students also enjoy weekend trips to Boston, the second most popular tourist destination in the country and a magnet for students.

Three-week STEM research programs are offered in Applied Physics Research; Biological Research; Biomedical and Surgical Research; Biomedical Research: Contagious Disease; Biomedical Research: Genetics and Clinical Trials; Chemistry Research; Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry Research; Engineering Research; Marine Biology; Neuroscience Research; and STEM Entrepreneurship.

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Deerfield Academy

The first thing you should know about Rustic Pathways is that we are not a tour company. We do not believe in seeing sights through a bus window. When we travel on our own, with friends, or with family, we toss aside our guidebooks, ditch the tourist track, and find experiences that immerse us in local life. We believe in not just seeing the world, but experiencing it. And that’s what happens when you travel with us.

Rustic Pathways is a leader in the student travel market and was named the Best Youth Tour Operator by the 2015 World Youth Student and Educational Conference. We have 33 years of experience, operate in 19 countries across the globe, and offer over 90 program options.

On our programs, students engage with the people and places they visit. They form genuine relationships with host families, community members, our program leaders, and their fellow student travelers. They return home with more than just photos and souvenirs. Our students

Deerfield, MA Deerfield Academy’s innovative summer program, The Experimentory, invites you to join us in interdisciplinary, project-based learning! Our rapidly changing world requires students to think critically and creatively across boundaries, solve complex problems, and collaborate with others.

These crucial skills are at the heart of The Experimentory’s program, created for rising seventh and eighth graders from around the globe.

Combining tradition and innovation Deerfield Academy has a rich school history and culture, and a beautiful campus where students learn and play in a safe and caring environment. Experimentory students will immerse themselves in this traditional setting, while pushing the boundaries of ideas and success into new realms, learning the skills that are essential in today’s world.

Exploring new territory The Experimentory is geared towards seventh and eighth graders, who are in the process of becoming young adults–a perfect time to explore new territory and develop new skills. The program also provides the full boarding school experience, modeling respectfulness, responsibility, independence, and empathy in a residential setting.

Working across disciplines Rather than focusing on just one area of study, Experimentory students learn by mixing disciplines in novel ways. Last year, these disciplines were music, technology, and communication; student projects included a modern music box, a tie that adjusts its color to match your outfit, and an amusement park game involving lessons on global warming. These projects foster creative problem solving by encouraging students to think across disciplinary divisions.

Collaborating across cultures Innovation happens at the intersections between people as well. The Experimentory attracts students from the United States and around the world, creating a cross-cultural experience. Some of our students are storytellers, but haven’t yet dabbled in music; some are painters, but are newbies at computing. Experimentory projects are collaborative, bringing together these disparate skills and experiences and teaching our students how to work together for a common goal.

Balancing work and play Summers are a time for young people to recharge and have fun–and balancing work and play is an important life skill. In the classroom we underscore the playful and satisfying nature of creating new things. But our program also includes field trips, movie nights, afternoon sports and crafts, hikes, and many, many memories.

Join us as we innovate at the intersections! www.deerfield.edu/experimentory

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will be the first to tell you that the people they met are what made their experience memorable.

When you join Rustic Pathways, we welcome you into our global family. Our team is full of genuine people, all working tirelessly to ensure you and your family have the best experience possible. Our program managers will meet with you in your living room to help you choose a program. Our personal travel advisors will guide you through the preparation process, even helping you decide if you really need to pack that extra shirt. Our country directors will notify you when your child has arrived safely and will send a mid-trip update on how the group is doing. Our program leaders come from cities, towns, and villages across the globe to create a diverse perspective and a safe space for our students to explore, engage, and grow. Every step of your Rustic Pathways experience is guided by someone passionate about our mission.

We are not a tour company because our goal is greater than simply sending more students to more locations across the globe. Our vision stretches far beyond checking destinations off a list. We believe travel can transform students and transform the world for the better.

Begin your journey with us. Request a free catalog at rusticpathways.com or visit rusticpathways.com/events to meet us in person at one of our open house events.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } The Cooper Union Albert Nerken School of Engineering Summer STEM Program New York, NY New York City is positioning itself as a leader in engineering innovation and has seen a dramatic rise in tech startups in recent years. The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at the Cooper Union has been preparing high school students to pursue undergraduate careers in science, engineering, technology, and mathematics (STEM) fields for over 25 years. The Summer STEM Program is an intensive, six-week experience that immerses students in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing students on the right track for careers in technological innovation.

Students work closely with Cooper Union faculty at the forefront of engineering education. Projects range broadly and include robotics, digital fabrication, computer programming and app development, biomedical and genetic engineering, improved urban infrastructure, and even racecar design. Faculty and teaching assistants from the departments of civil, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering provide students with foundational knowledge and expert guidance to address real-world problems in their respective disciplines of expertise.

Students also attend workshops on oral presentation skills, technical writing, career counseling, and college admissions. They are given access to Cooper Union’s library resources, computer facilities, and laboratories to perform their research, design, analysis, and prototyping. Typically, projects include at least one field trip to a local museum, exhibition, or gallery to enhance the students’ experience.

This program culminates with each group submitting a technical paper summarizing their research and presenting their work to an audience of invited guests. To recognize their successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate of achievement from the Albert Nerken School of Engineering.

Program Timing: July 5th – August 11th, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday-Thursday Location: The Cooper Union New Academic Building at 41 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003 Eligibility: Current high school sophomores and juniors spending the summer in the Greater NYC area Find out more at: summer-stem.cooper.edu Contact us with questions: summerSTEM@cooper.edu or 212-353-4287

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Summer Study SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS offers high school students the opportunity to experience college life at PENN STATE UNIVERSITY, COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY, FORDHAM UNIVERSITY and at THE SORBONNE in PARIS. Summer Study offers a variety of college courses, enrichment classes, SAT preparation, community service, and leadership workshops as well other exciting day, night and weekend activities! Students completing 9th - 11th grade may enroll in our programs ranging from 2 to 5 weeks.

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Summer Study at Penn State enables students to take full advantage of state of the art “Big Ten” athletic and recreational facilities, the “Ultimate College Town,” and weekend excursions touring other colleges and universities in the northeast.

Summer Study in Colorado combines academically challenging courses with the sports, recreation, and outdoor adventure available only on a Rocky Mountain campus. Students may choose from a wide range of educational courses, afternoon activities (outdoor, musical, or sports) and night activities (movies, concerts, ballgames, etc.). All students attend weekend trips to Vail, Breckenridge, Rocky Mountain National Park, whitewater rafting and more.

Summer Study at Fordham is a unique program set in the heart of the greatest city in the world: NEW YORK CITY. The Lincoln Center campus is conveniently located near excellent shops, stores and restaurants. Meals are prepared daily in the dining facility and students are provided a metro card for traveling around the city with staff visiting Manhattan’s most popular museums, landmarks and sights. Classes and are designed to be “high-interest, low-pressure.” Nights are also filled with amazing activities, unique to NYC: Broadway Shows, Top of the Rock, Circle Line Cruises around Manhattan, and more.

Students in our Summer Study in Paris program, have the opportunity to study in the most awe-inspiring city in the world, by taking 3 enrichment classes and/or a Sorbonne college credit course in French! Students lodge in all-suites hotel rooms, with a kitchen, bathroom and color television. A dedicated team of staff escort students on the metro to tour monuments, museums, and sights of the cultural capital of the world. Evening activities include dance clubs, café nights, “Paris by Night” excursions and more.

Students get an opportunity to visit the Loire Valley, The Palace of Versailles and Disney Paris on weekend trips. A “French Immersion” option is also available for students who would like to speak French all day, every day.

All programs include lodging, meals, activity fees, weekend trips and meals on weekends.

Contact us at www.SummerStudy.com or (800)666-2556

{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Where There Be Dragons

Putney Student Travel

Mapmakers once drew Dragons to represent lands unknown. Bold explorers who ventured beyond the map’s edge were said to go “where there be dragons...” There are still people who live for this type of adventure. If you’re one of them, we run programs for people like you.

Dragon’s 4/6-week summer programs and 3-month semesters are designed to take students, ages 15-22, to communities along the map’s edge and engage them in an intimate exploration of place and a courageous conversation with self. Each itinerary draws on nine program components to ensure that students return home with a set of ‘core competencies’ in global citizenship education. Key competencies include increased self-awareness, self-reliance and basic cross-cultural communication skills.

As educators, we believe that the most important ingredients in a good education are tenacious curiosity and dedicated mentorship. We hire

For 64 years, Putney Student Travel has offered high school and middle school students the opportunity and insight to shape their world through travel, unique cultural engagement, friendship, and fun. Our summer programs range from two to five weeks in length and include pre-college enrichment, community service, language immersion, adventure travel, and cultural immersion. With 41 programs in 28 countries, there is a Putney program to fit your passions and expand your worldview. We are particularly excited this year about returning programs in Cuba, Thailand, and Shanghai, as well as new additions such as Skiing in Patagonia, Diving in Belize, Community Service in Nepal, Cultural Exploration in Morocco, and an Adventure-a-Day program in Costa Rica and Nicaragua.

Who are Putney Students?

Put simply, Putney students are interested in connecting and exploring.

Whether it is taking a Business and Economics seminar on campus at Amherst College, reconditioning a school together with community leaders in rural Nepal, or bargaining in Spanish at an open-air market in Otavalo, Ecuador, Putney students have a keen interest in going beyond the more surface-level interactions of a typical teen tour. They seek to connect — as only a traveler can — with people, places, topics that capture their interest, development issues, one another, their leaders, and the communities in which they live.

What makes Putney unique?

Our experience and leadership. In addition to a 64-year track record of safety and security, our long-term dedication to experiential learning means we know how to engage students, capture their curiosity, and facilitate their success and discoveries. Many of our network of collaborators, partners, and host communities around the world are meeting with their second or even third generation of Putney students; we are treated as family, not as tourists. Further, our immensely talented and experienced program leaders make all the difference. Leaders are college graduates, have significant living experience abroad, a shared commitment to safety, a passion for exploration, and an enthusiasm for helping students become active creators of their own unique experiences.

See bios for all 2015 leaders here: www.goputney.com/leaders From learning photography at Pre-College Paris, to cooking a feast with Farm to Table Italy, to snorkeling with friends from your host village in Fiji — go beyond this summer. Go Putney. www.goputney.com

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expert educators with 4+ years of in-country experience to facilitate the student experience. Small groups, with a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, ensure that every student establishes a personal relationship with his/ her instructors; it also allows our instructor teams to be agile, adjusting course itineraries to capitalize on unexpected learning opportunities as they arise. This sense of ‘structured freedom’ provides our students with the framework to lean into risk and test their limits. Over twenty-three years, we’ve repeated the mantra, mentorship matters, and we believe it is still the reason that 85% of our instructors return for 3+ courses and 75% of our students find us through alumni referrals. It simply works.

If your student is ready to leave the classroom and reconnect with their curiosity, send them into the field. The world is huge and humans are hungry for meaningful connection. At Dragons we don’t ask, how can I change the world? We ask, how can the world change you…? www.wheretherebedragons.com

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Summer Pre-College Program at Skidmore College

Fordham University Summer Session Manhattan and Bronx Campuses

Saratoga Springs, NY Try college on before taking college on How can you anticipate what you haven’t yet experienced? Skidmore’s prestigious Pre-College Program in the Liberal and Studio Arts has been preparing talented high school students for college success for more than forty years. High-achieving sophomores, juniors, and seniors from across the country and around the world travel to our Saratoga Springs campus each summer to take part in Skidmore’s five-week Pre-College Program.

Students engage in college-level study in the liberal and studio arts amid a beautiful upstate New York campus setting.

Prepare for college success In Skidmore’s Pre-College Program, high school students earn college credit while studying alongside college students. They work with Skidmore’s nationally recognized faculty and visiting artists and enjoy access to the College’s state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Do your interests range from math to studio art, anthropology to English, economics to religion? Skidmore’s unique curriculum allows students to take either two liberal arts courses, two studio art courses, or one of each. Choose a class in an area where your strengths lie, or delve into an unexplored subject to challenge your perceptions and discover new fields of knowledge.

Live and learn at Skidmore At Skidmore, high school students can imagine their futures while living together, cultivating new friendships, and discovering the right balance between work and fun. A carefully selected and trained residential staff lives with Pre-College students in their own private residence hall. The residential life program, designed to support and complement academic and artistic endeavors, ensures that students’ social lives are every bit as exhilarating as their intellectual lives.

Skidmore College is a highly selective, independent liberal arts college known for outstanding academics, a rich co-curricular life, and its historic resort town setting. On Skidmore’s lively summer campus PreCollege students not only learn together with high school peers and college students, but they also have the chance to meet visiting students and participants from other programs as well. They are invited to take active part in the special workshops, visiting artist lectures, and gallery talks sponsored by Skidmore’s Summer Studio Art Program and the nightly readings by renowned writers of the New York State Summer Writers Institute. Skidmore’s summer campus hosts many other concerts, lectures, events, and weekend activities, and just steps away is Saratoga Springs’ dynamic cultural and arts scene.

Find out for yourself why Skidmore Pre-College alumni describe the program as challenging, fun, enlightening, life-changing, mind-altering, motivational, experimental, adventurous, to name just a few. Come spend July with us and discover your future.

Skidmore Pre-College Program, Saratoga Springs, New York. www.skidmore.edu/precollege

Fordham University invites visiting college students and rising high school seniors to catch up or get ahead. This summer, you can meet your goals with more than 200 day and evening classes in two convenient locations, affordable tuition rates, and top-tier instruction for easy course transfer.

Gain Pre-College Experience and Credit Getting serious about getting into college? Consider the advantages of taking a class at Fordham University this summer. You’ll gain real college experience in the classroom and beyond so that you can choose the right school for you next year. Connect with students, professors, and administrators, and receive advice and guidance. Earn transferable credits toward your college degree.

Learn something new while strengthening your college applications. This program is for rising high school seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Catch Up or Get Ahead in Your Field Trying to gain experience through an internship? Fordham’s Summer in the City Internship Program helps students secure New York internships, receive credit, and make the most of their positions with valuable career guidance. Need to fulfill pre-med prerequisites? Fordham’s extensive offerings in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics allow students to stay on track for graduate or medical school applications. Did you switch or add a major? Core and advanced classes in every discipline help students to catch up on requirements so they can graduate on time.

The Fordham Musical Theatre Summer Intensive, a five-week program offered by Fordham’s renowned theatre department, was created for actors who want to pursue their passion in a city equally passionate about the craft. The curriculum includes intensive training in musical theatre, vocal technique, dance, acting, and theatre games; classwork is

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brought to life when students attend weekly Broadway, off-Broadway, and off-off Broadway theatre performances.

For those considering a career in law or politics, Fordham offers several exciting opportunities. The new Fordham Pre-Law Institute, developed in collaboration with Fordham Law School, will offer an introduction to the fundamentals of the U.S. legal system and help students prepare for the law school admission process. And, this summer, former U.N. ambassador Hamid al Bayati will teach The United Nations and Political Leadership, a course that will give students an insider’s view into the politics of diplomacy.

Think Summer, Think Fordham.

To learn more, call 718-817-4665 or visit fordham.edu/summer

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Pre-College Programs at Brown University: Summer 2016

Junior Statesmen of America (JSA) Summer Programs

Providence, RI A True Residential College Experience Brown’s Pre-College Programs attract serious college-bound students from around the world. As a student, you’ll live in a Brown University residence hall, eat at a Brown dining hall, and join your fellow students on The College Green—just as you would if you were a Brown undergraduate. You will be surrounded by peers from diverse backgrounds and cultures—all sharing a passion for high-level academics and a desire to succeed at a selective institution like Brown University.

A student who completes a Pre-College course is better prepared, more confident, and better positioned to succeed during one of the biggest transitions of his or her life: the move to college.

Brown University: 250 Years of Academic Excellence Brown is known in the Ivy League for an innovative open curriculum that challenges students to be actively engaged in their own intellectual development. Pre-College Programs are an opportunity to explore this stimulating learning environment. Academics are at the program’s core, with more than 300 courses in one- to seven-week sessions on campus, online and abroad. Dive deeper into a subject you love or a new area of learning you may never have considered. You will face exciting challenges and accomplish more than you can imagine.

Come to Brown Pre-College Programs to experience college life, prepare for academic success, and make new friends from around the world. www.brown.edu/summer

If politics is your passion, JSA Summer Programs are the place for you Since 1941, the Junior Statesmen Foundation has been educating high school students about leadership and active civic engagement. With more than 75 years of experience in leadership JSA development, alumni of JSA’s precollege summer programs have gone on to distinguished careers as Cabinet Secretaries, White House staff, elected officials, educators and leaders in the world of finance.

JSA Summer Programs provide an outstanding and enriched learning environment where high-achieving high school students come together to create a unique and supportive academic village. Students from all over the world attend the programs and if politics is your passion, JSA Summer Programs are the place for you. The programs are structured to develop your knowledge of politics, leadership and history, your ability to speak and write persuasively and your appreciation for intellectual and ethical principles.

The academic coursework at JSA Summer Programs is augmented with interactive, student-run activities and simulations so that students graduate from the program with increased confidence, an expanded knowledge base and a heightened sense of civic responsibility. Students live in college dormitories, eat in dinning halls, and experience college life while making friends they will have for a lifetime.

JSA Summer Programs office a wide variety of programs which include 3 to 4 week Summer School at some of the nation’s preeminent universities – Princeton, Stanford, Georgetown and the University of Virginia (UVA), as well as 3 to 4 day Summer Institutes which focus on today’s most important political issues. Additionally, in Presidential Election years, JSA conducts their Presidential Election Symposium, which offers students the opportunity to experience the excitement of the Democratic and Republican presidential nominating conventions.

For those students interested in an international study abroad experience, JSA had the JSA Diplomat Program, which is conducted in Beijing, China and offers students the opportunity to learn Mandarin Chinese, as well as taking a course in Chinese History and Culture and using Beijing, and trips to the historic cities of Xian and Shanghai, as well as to sites like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall as experiential supplements to their classroom coursework.

The JSA Summer School programs are academically rigorous and students complete a full semester’s worth of academic coursework. The College Board has certified JSA as a official provider of Advanced Placement courses and JSA Summer Schools offer a variety of AP courses such as AP U.S. History, AP U.S. Government & Politics and AP Macroeconomics. Additionally, students who may have previously completed these courses can take one of several college-level electives such as Honors International Relations, Media & Politics or Speech and Political Communication. A special Freshman Scholars Program at our JSA Summer School at Princeton offers recently graduated 8th graders to get an incredible jump-start on their high school career with special attention paid to study and writing skills while they undertake AP U.S. Government & Politics.

The four-week JSA Summer School at UVA offers an in-depth study of AP U.S. History and offers students a chance to visit Jamestown, Williamsburg, Monticello and Montpelier to enhance their academic coursework.

For more information about JSA Summer Programs, please visit www.jsa.org or call 800-317-9338

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Zaniac: A Fresh Approach to Success in STEM

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K-8 AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND CAMPS Westport and Greenwich, CT For decades, as the pace of technological integration into economies accelerated at breakneck pace, high-tech education resources available to the majority of young learners has remained frustratingly stagnant. Zaniac, a K-8 enrichment program with campuses in Greenwich, CT, Westport, CT, and New York City, is leading the charge toward modernized education.

By now, most Americans are aware of the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) education. It’s widely accepted that for our economy to remain competitive we must solve for the expected shortage of qualified workers in STEM fields, 3 million of them by 2020.

Creating an environment like Zaniac where kids can be inspired is vital to reversing the trend of STEM-phobia in American students.

Academic success, and eventual professional success, is built on an early educational foundation. For technical skill sets related to computer science SIT math, a child’s confidence is made or broken by the time they reach and middle school. Most students who have a late introduction to STEM concepts are not equipped with the experience, and most importantly, the confidence to complete a major within a STEM field successfully.

Intimidating drills, wrote memorization, and antiquated classroom technology were not designed for the needs of 21st century learners. Skills like conceptual problem solving and critical thinking will be as important as reading and writing in the workforce of the future, and are better taught through Zaniac’s hands-on, peer-based approach that integrates fun as an essential ingredient of learning.

At Zaniac, a forward thinking approach allows students to grasp math and logic concepts, which are fundamental to computer programming, in a way that feels like play. Game-based learning utilizing Minecraft™ has completely rewritten the established paradigm of learning as work, and a modern pedagogy capitalizes on the love kids have for the game to teach concepts ranging from biology to physics. Modular robotics systems designed for education bridge the gap between theory and practice in engineering.

The young engineers we need for our future success, empowered, knowledgeable, and excited about technology and math, are not a hypothetical. They exist today at Zaniac. With the tide of the STEM conversation showing no signs of subsiding, they will no doubt lead the way for countless more of their peers. Zaniac’s 6-week courses meet after school once per week; all classes are 90 minutes.

Visit www.ZaniacLearning.com to learn more.

West Chester, PA Take a look at Westtown, a day and boarding school in West Chester, PA, 30 minutes from Philadelphia. At Westtown we expect much of our students as intellectuals, care deeply for them as individuals, and provide platforms for them as inventors of their own futures. We believe that young people and their parents deserve a school that offers academic rigor and an uncommon level of attention.

Since 1799, we remain steadfast in our commitment to develop very smart, extraordinarily prepared and deeply ethical adults ready to lead and serve. Our graduates thrive in some of the world’s most admired colleges and universities. They accomplish much and succeed in every endeavor.

At Westtown, we have a distinctive approach that prepares students differently than many other schools, which organize their curricula around high-stakes tests. Here, we place action in the center of each student’s experience. We teach our students to see themselves not as passive consumers of knowledge or culture but as active, deeply knowledgeable and confident doers. The Action-Based Education results in part from our heritage as a Quaker school. It also, however, comes from a recognition that the world has changed and that schools need to as well.

Westtown’s Global Leadership Initiative immerses students at all grade levels in an international curriculum and community.

Westtown students do not just read about other cultures; they experience them firsthand through international programming and from the direct WESTTOWN perspectives of their classmates who hail from 18 states and 18 countries, including Nigeria and Spain. “We don’t just put kids in a dorm and expect magic,” notes John Baird, Westtown’s Head of School. “We have a residential curriculum that teaches them how to live together.”

By the time students reach the Upper School, they have the opportunity to take part in a variety of unique international travel experiences and faculty-led senior trips. Imagine exploring the wonders of France, Ghana, Israel, Palestine, Mexico, Martinique, or Spain; it’s all possible through organized travels and Senior Projects at Westtown. Ultimately, graduates of Westtown truly understand what it means to live and learn in an interconnected world.

One thing is for sure: Westtown’s approach provides opportunities to learn in a way that results in students who find their voice and use it to develop the rare confidence to take action, to declare themselves as leaders, to risk failure, and to stand up for deeply held beliefs.

For more information, visit: www.westtown.edu Call: 610.399.7900 Email: admissions@westtown.edu

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The Rudolf Steiner School

Hopkins is an independent, coeducational day school of 714 students in grades 7-12. Located on a 108-acre campus overlooking New Haven, the School takes pride in its distinguished faculty and a dedicated staff.

We define ourselves as a community of civility and learning, one that

The Rudolf Steiner School is the first Waldorf school in North America, and is a part of an international community of 1,200 schools worldwide.

“Global education and knowledge of the surrounding world is essential to the Waldorf curriculum,” says Brian Kaplan, Director of Communications, about the coed Nursery through Grade 12 school of 325 students. “Rudolf Steiner designed the Waldorf curriculum and opened the first school in Germany. Today, there are Waldorf schools globally, so it is built into the fabric of our school.”

Several members of our faculty are from international countries, including the Philippines, Switzerland, Australia, and Central America.

Our diverse international parent and student body additionally enhances the Steiner community.

“Beginning in first grade, our students take two languages, German and Spanish,” Kaplan adds. “This continues through eighth grade, and in high school, their offerings expand to French, German and Spanish – they are required to take two languages.”

Because the Rudolf Steiner School is located in the cultural heart of the City, classes frequently visit international exhibitions at museums and cultural centers along Museum Mile.

Our Foreign Language Exchange program in 10th grade is the most unique global education program in independent schools. In the fall, a 10th grade student, who attends a Waldorf school in a foreign country, lives with a Steiner family in New York for up to four months. In the spring, the Steiner 10th grader, who hosted her foreign exchange friend, lives in her native country, and attends their Waldorf school.

“This program allows two mature and motivated students to learn and live in a foreign country for up to four months, which fosters competency and fluency in a foreign language with an immersion into a different cultural environment,” says Kaplan.

Students also enjoy a social life that is lively and warm, and cultivate artistic expression, excellent writing and public speaking through a rich academic program. Sports, community service, and trips to farms, theater, and museums enhance the curriculum, and enhance the global focus for this community.

The high school prepares students for life by cultivating artistic expression, excellent writing, public speaking and through a rich academic program.

Steiner graduates pursue a path defined by academic excellence, global perspective, social and environmental conscience, and well-earned confidence.

Waldorf education inspires students to be thinkers, creators, and innovators largely in part through its approach of educating students with a global focus.

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educates students from diverse backgrounds to a full measure of their talents and humanity. Together, we seek to: • develop in our young people the habits of mind of scholars as the foundation for a lifelong love of learning • foster the courage to live and think as distinct individuals who embrace their responsibilities in the larger world • expose every student to the deep satisfaction that derives from service to others • enlarge the educational experience to include the creative joy and aesthetic sensibility of the artist, and the vitality and competitive spirit of the athlete • provide, through the School’s advisers, the wisdom and goodwill necessary to guide our young people to confident self-reliance • nurture the development of character essential to leading a rich and purposeful life These tenets are made manifest in the daily life of the School and in the hopes and ambitions we share as an educational community. Taken as a whole, these values provide us both definition and direction as we strive to fulfill Hopkins’ mission.

Hopkins School, 986 Forest Rd, New Haven, CT 06515 hopkins.edu

New York City, NY

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Eagle Hill School

Greenwich, CT Eagle Hill School, a life changing experience, offers children with language-based learning disabilities the opportunity to grow into capable, resourceful students with the self-confidence and character necessary to meet the challenges they will face as life-long learners.

Every child’s program is as individual as they are, with a curriculum EAGLE HILL SCHOOL

that transforms to suit their learning needs at each step in their Eagle Hill journey. The students are taught a wide variety of strategies and skills to manage their learning disabilities both at school and at home.

They thrive in an environment that is secure, supportive, and that stimulates their development. As a result, they learn to view themselves as competent individuals with a strong sense of self.

This is a school that encourages respect and tolerance and celebrates the development of children with strong moral and ethical character.

Consequently, our students gain the self-esteem they need to initiate, nurture, and maintain friendships.

Athletics: Girls’ and boys’ varsity, junior varsity and intramural sports (e.g., basketball, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, wrestling, tennis, hockey) and a wide variety of afternoon activities (dance, art, music, photography, fitness, and more) You Should Know: Students Enrolled: 255 Teacher to Student Ratio: 1:1 to 12:1 • After carefully evaluating each child’s potential and determining the nature of his or her learning disability, a completely individualized program is developed. This allows teachers to revise the program at any time to suit the changing needs of that child.

• Instead of a single remedial technique, Eagle Hill draws from as many scientifically-based approaches as is needed for each child.

• Up to 35 students are accommodated each year in our on-campus residence, many moving here from countries around the world, or across the United States.

• The Foundations Program is an early-start program for students going into kindergarten or grade one.

• In summer 2015, Eagle Hill offered its first Summer Pilot program in London, England • For the third year in a row, Eagle Hill has been selected by NASET, the National Association of Special Education Teachers, as a School of Excellence Open House Dates: 2016 Jan. 19, Feb. 16, April 19, and May 17 All start at 9 a.m. RSVP: a.lovett@eaglehill.org 45 Glenville Road, Greenwich CT 06831 203-622-9240; www.eaglehillschool.org Tom Cone, Director of Admissions & Placement t.cone@eaglehill.org

The Gow School

South Wales, NY The Gow School is a college-prep boarding school for students, grades 7-12, with dyslexia and similar language-based learning disabilities.

Focusing on small class sizes, 3-7 students per class, and a low 4:1 student to faculty ratio, The Gow School offers a multisensory approach to teaching that enables dyslexic students to thrive. The Gow community has a sense of belonging, of equality, and of connection born on common trials and shared triumph.

Gow has a start fast, finish strong mentality and students typically start to see progress soon after they step foot in our classrooms. Students are often reading and writing better, enjoying school again and looking forward to what they can accomplish.

At the School’s core is a structured program designed to help students navigate the academic day and a daily schedule designed to keep students busy. Between a packed class schedule, after-school sports, study hall and Saturday classes, there is little unprogrammed time.

The School is settled on a 120-acre campus, which gives our students plenty of room to learn and play. Boarding school life does not always allow lots of free time, but it has plenty of room for fun. It is precisely because students are so involved – playing sports, going on trips, and hanging out with each other – they get the most out of the rich residential experience.

In July, the school’s co-ed summer program is five weeks of learning and fun for ages 8-16! The Gow School Summer Program is for students who have been experiencing academic difficulties, or have been diagnosed with dyslexia or specific learning disabilities. The Summer Program runs from the end of June to early August with morning academics, afternoon fun and games and weekend adventures! The Gow School Summer Program gives students academic tools and self-confidence they can take with them wherever they go; to the classroom and beyond.

By combining a structured program and environment with flexibility, individualization, and room for fun, Gow provides a rich school experience that is precisely what dyslexic students need to learn and to enjoy learning. gow.org 2491 Emery Rd, South Wales, NY, 14139.

Phone: 716.687.2001 Email: admissions@gow.org

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Chapel Hill – Chauncy Hall School

Waltham, MA At Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall School, a coeducational day and boarding school, we remain dedicated to teaching the way our students learn.

Students in grades 9-12 and postgraduate thrive in our college-preparatory curriculum where they find small class sizes, academic challenges and a tailored approach to learning necessary to be successful, innovative thinkers.

Our students discover engaging classes, teachers, and peers, and actively contribute to a community that encourages participation in the arts, athletics and other extracurricular opportunities. Our curriculum challenges and engages students, while instruction tailored to individual learning styles empowers our students to achieve their potential. Our multiple intelligences approach to teaching, along with support seamlessly integrated into the classroom, creates a transformational learning experience for students.

We Teach the Way Students Learn: • An average class size of ten allows us to truly know our students • Dynamic 75-minute classes engage students in multiple ways of learning • Skills and Academic Support Program develops independent learners • Diverse population enriches the culture of our School • Co-curricular and arts programs inspire students to discover their passions • We are proud to have 100% of our students accepted into college or university.

Teaching to Students’ Strengths The CH-CH community is committed to each student’s individual success and to understanding the unique ways in which each student learns.

Our approach to education embodies the knowledge that students learn differently, exhibiting various academic strengths and areas which need more improvement. This requires varied, creative methods of instruction. An attentive, experienced faculty identifies ways to encourage each student to harness his or her strengths for continued progress, while devising strategies to engage students in learning methods that suit individual skills.

CH-CH classes are both active and challenging. For example, students in a Spanish class may study a song, use its lyrics to hone speaking skills and participate in group work to examine the piece’s cultural nuances.

Then, they may create their own lyrics to the same tune, cementing their understanding of a particular set of vocabulary terms. Our layered approach to instruction provides students with meaningful interactions and a deep understanding of academic material.

Visit www.chch.org for more information. Located at 785 Beaver St., Waltham, MA 02452 If you would like an individual campus tour and school visit, please contact the Admissions Office.

Lisa Pelrine, Director of Admissions, 781-314-0800 admissions@chch.org

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Pomfret School

Pomfret, CT Exceptional People, Exceptional Possibilities Founded in 1894, Pomfret School is a coeducational, independent college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades nine through twelve and postgraduates. Located on 500 wooded acres in northeastern Connecticut, Pomfret has a diverse student body of 355 students from twenty-five states, and twenty-three countries. We offer a robust curriculum drawn from eight academic disciplines, with more than one hundred electives and a range of selections in the visual, performing, and digital arts.

Pomfret students can actively compete on twenty-five interscholastic athletic teams; perform, sing, and dance on stage, participate in a Community Service program and a host of clubs and activities, and are given authentic responsibilities in the School’s social media and communications platforms.

Pomfret blends all of the traditional benefits of a boarding school experience with an innovative educational program. A daily schedule of fewer sessions per subject per week in favor of lengthier blocks of quality classroom time provides opportunities for deeper learning. Guided by a talented faculty who teach, coach, mentor, and advise, students thrive with our advisory program that meets in small groups during the academic day, and for dinner one evening per week to reinforce the less tangible aspects of educating the “whole child.” Pomfret’s new advanced courses will replace an out of date Advanced Placement curriculum for our most talented students.

The balancing piece to our academic schedule is the Q.U.E.S.T. (Question, Understand, Engage, Share, and Transition) initiative. Scheduled for Saturdays, each student-year of the Q.U.E.S.T. curriculum focuses on an age- specific theme (self-identity, the community and me, service to others and the college process, legacy and philanthropy).

The Grauer Institute for Excellence and Innovation in Education at Pomfret, made possible through the generosity of the Grauer family, supports

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a faculty of over eighty committed educators in all aspects of classroom engagement, resources, and professional development. The Grauer Institute works to ensure Pomfret stays on the forefront of educational progress and growth. Two years ago we launched Project: Pomfret, a two-week, schoolwide interdisciplinary project-based learning period in early December. As we move into the third year of this dynamic program, this December a group of students, as part of a pilot global learning initiative, will travel to Costa Rica to study culture, economics, and science.

No matter what hometowns and families have shaped them, our “Griffins” are encouraged to strive academically, embrace new ideas and challenges, discover the world, and discover themselves.

Director of admissions: Carson Roy, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid; 860-963-6121; croy@pomfretschool.org www.pomfretschool.org WESTONMAGAZINEGROUP.COM 219

{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Westover School

Middlebury, CT Westover School is large enough to offer a deep and broad academic program while small enough to be certain every girl’s voice is heard.

The School’s mission is to provide an environment that inspires the intellectual, artist, athlete, and philosopher in each student. Westover challenges young women to think independently, to embrace diversity, and to grow intellectually and spiritually. Westover encourages integrity, responsibility, and commitment to community in every student.

Westover offers a range of Signature Programs to enhance educational opportunities for students: • Manhattan School of Music Program in New York City, for talented musicians and vocalists at one of the country’s leading music schools; • WISE (Women In Science and Engineering), for students interested in engineering or science; WESTOVER SCHOOL

• The Westover Poets Program helps students develop skills in the craft of poetry through English electives, special writing workshops, and individual work with visiting poets, who have included Billy Collins, Katha Pollitt, and Eamon Grennan; • Global Exchange Programs provide students experiences in unique twoor three-month academic exchanges in Australia, South Africa, and Jordan; six-week language immersion exchanges in France and Spain; a three-week cultural and academic exchange in England; a two-week cultural exchange in China; or a two-week cultural immersion and service experience in Rwanda; • Online School for Girls – as a founding member of a national consortium of all-girls schools, Westover offers online courses for students taught by consortium faculty; • Invest In Girls, a three-year program offering students financial education workshops and one-on-one mentoring with financial professionals; • The Sonja Osborn Museum Studies Internship with Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, CT, through which students with an interest in art history gain practical experience working with curators and museum educators, and culminating in a final project.

Westover offers a range of fitness activities. Interscholastic teams include basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, softball, squash, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. Nontraditional teams include the Dance Ensemble, offering ballet, tap, jazz, modern, and contemporary dance, and the Outdoor Program, offering camping, canoeing, hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, spelunking, and trail work.

Other fitness activities include aerobics, dance classes, fitness and strength training, physioball, rock climbing, snowboarding and skiing, yoga, Zumba, and physical drama (stage combat, fencing, dance).

For more information about Westover or to arrange for a visit to the School, contact Dawn Curtis, Associate Director of Admission, at 203-577-4521 or e-mail admission@westoverschool.org

Avon Old Farms School

Avon, CT Since 1927, Avon Old Farms has been a leader in preparing young men for higher education, and the world. Avon is a dynamic community of learning with a rigorous curriculum anchored in the liberal arts.

By understanding boys – and with appreciation for their sense of humor, their energy, and how they learn – we have created the kind of environment where our students are able to become their best selves.

Avon is conveniently located in the heart of the Farmington River Valley. Our founder, Theodate Pope Riddle, an accomplished American architect, created a campus with the feel of an English village on over 860 acres of Connecticut countryside. The Cotswold-inspired architecture reflects the traditional approach to education that is so successful here.

Avon’s teachers are experts in their fields who bring lessons to life and create compelling context for discussion. Creativity, innovation, and collaboration are taught by example through humor, inquiry, and debate.

Small classes mean that every voice is heard and every question answered.

At Avon we understand the importance of personal connection, especially during adolescence; this is why we have held strong to the model of a faculty member who advises, teaches, mentors, and coaches our boys.

Athletics is an honored tradition at Avon and, we believe, a valuable part of a complete education. Our athletic program is one of the best in the country and we attribute our success to experienced coaches, excellent facilities, strong competition, and an emphasis on things that matter most: teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship.

Another way Avon boys come together is through the arts. Our rich and varied programs in music and the visual and performing arts provide many opportunities for boys to express themselves creatively and form meaningful connections with peers. Our students have been honored locally, regionally, and nationally for their creative accomplishments. Most impressive, however, Avon is a place where you can draw, paint, play an instrument, sing or act whether you have had years of experience or none.

As a college preparatory school, one of our goals is to identify and facilitate the right matches between Avon students and institutions of higher learning. Our boys typically begin the college counseling process during sophomore year, setting expectations and goals early so that by the time they are seniors, they are prepared to take the lead on this leg of their journey to adulthood.

Our core values of brotherhood, integrity, scholarship, and sportsmanship, are fundamental to life at Avon, and stay with our graduates for a lifetime.

Avon Old Farms School: 500 Old Farms Road, Avon, CT 06001.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } The Ethel Walker School

Simsbury, CT An All-Girls Boarding and Day School for Grades 6-12 Women today are leading in every avenue of life—in business, politics, academics, athletics, the arts and sciences, entertainment, and in their communities and families.

Leadership, when practiced by women, often means something different than what traditional definitions suggest. It does not necessarily mean standing in front of a big group of people and saying, “follow me!” or setting records, or being first. It is broader and more inclusive; it is relational, contextual, and frequently transformational.

The Ethel Walker School defines leadership as the individual initiative to develop personal potential into action and performance. Our school creates a unique environment where girls express and practice leadership in personal terms.

Whatever path a Walker’s girl chooses to forge or follow, she will discover for herself how to lead from her individual strengths. This may include serving in student government, as a team captain, or mentoring younger students; co-teaching non-core classes, taking risks in order to learn something new, and challenging conventional thinking.

She will advance beyond what she knows to what she can do with what she knows through finding and solving real-world problems. Challenging academics, strong athletics and arts programs, and a dedication to our communities through service are the building blocks upon which she will grow intellectually, physically, socially and emotionally.

At Walker’s, every girl is known–in the classroom, on the athletic field and in the riding ring, on the stage, in the studio, and in the dorms. With the support of caring adults and friends she will keep for life, she can explore her interests, pursue her passions, stretch beyond her comfort zone, and become her best self. This builds self-confidence and personal agency. She will graduate prepared with the knowledge, skills and experiences that assure her of options, and the ability to choose the ones that are right for her.

Research* validates what Walker’s has known since its founding in 1911: girls educated in a same-sex learning environment test higher, experience greater academic achievement, have better mathematics and computer skills, and exhibit greater civic and political engagement.

Now more than ever, the world needs women leaders in every sector and at every level of society. Walker’s girls pick their own path. We prepare them to walk it, and to lead with integrity, courage, confidence and conviction. *National Coalition for Girls Schools, The Girls’ School Advantage: By the Numbers at http://ncgs.org/GirlsSchoolAdvantage.aspx 230 Bushy Hill Road Simsbury, CT 06070 ethelwalker.org THE ETHEL WALKER SCHOOL

Cheshire Academy

Cheshire, CT Meeting students where they are and taking them beyond where they imagined possible.

Founded in 1794, Cheshire Academy is one of the oldest boarding schools in the country. Known for its diversity, the Academy is home to students from more than 30 countries and 20 states. Admission has never been stronger, with success that can be attributed to the student-centered philosophy, strong interest in the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme, and CHESHIRE ACADEMY

the Roxbury Academic Support Program. To learn more about applying to Cheshire Academy, visit www.cheshireacademy.org/learnmore Fostering Academic Success From the in-depth IB program offerings to AP courses, students have the opportunity to delve into a rigorous and challenging academic program. The ability to succeed at the Academy is enhanced by small classes (an average of 12 students), low student-teacher ratio (7:1), 1:1 iPad program bringing the latest technology to the classroom, and an advisor program. Those who need even more personal attention may benefit from the Roxbury Academic Support program, which helps students understand how they learn while developing strategies for success. With programs specifically designed for eighth grade students and postgraduate students (PG), students receive a top boarding school education at Cheshire Academy. For more information about academics, visit www.cheshireacademy.org/academics Earning Athletic Championships In athletics, the Fighting Cats have seen several victories, taking home championship titles in volleyball, football, boys basketball, and girls softball. The Academy now boasts a Tier 1 Elite Hockey Program that plays a full 2-season schedule. A record number of graduates have gone on to play collegiate-level sports for some of the best colleges in the country. For more information about athletics at Cheshire Academy, visit www.cheshireacademy.org/athletics Exploring Artistic Expressions From painting and drawing to photography and digital imaging, there is something for everyone at Cheshire Academy. Our performing arts program regularly showcases their talent through drama productions, dance performances, and musical concerts. A unique offering for boarding schools, Cheshire Academy’s Arts Major program helps students prepare for collegelevel arts while developing strong portfolios. For more information about arts at Cheshire Academy visit www.cheshireacademy.org/arts It’s an exciting time to join the Student-Centered School.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Georgetown Preparatory School

N. Bethesda, MD Georgetown Preparatory School enjoys the unique distinction of being the oldest Catholic Preparatory School for boys in the United States. The first Archbishop of Baltimore, John Carroll, established the “Academy on the Patowmack” in 1789, continuing a tradition of Jesuit education in Maryland that dates back to the founding of the colony more than three hundred fifty years ago. That tradition has for its purpose the same goals that St. Ignatius set for the administration of schools: “promoting the full growth of the person which leads to action based on sound understanding and enlivened by contemplation.”

We are celebrating our 226th year of educating men of competence, conscience, courage and compassion, men of faith, men for others.

Georgetown Prep offers a rigorous, liberal arts education that encourages growth in mind, body, and spirit. As a boarding and day school, we foster a close-knit, global learning environment that challenges each student to achieve their utmost potential. Georgetown Prep students excel in academics, the arts, and athletics. However, at the heart of our education is a call to be men in service to others who will, as St. Ignatius exhorted, “ite inflammate omnia,” go forth and set the world on fire. By setting the bar high for our young men, we push them to be their very best. As a result, each year our graduates matriculate to some of the best colleges and universities in the world.

Prep’s 92-acre campus features state of the art facilities including smartboards in all classrooms, a recording studio, and some of the best athletic facilities available. However, the learning environment at Prep reaches far beyond our front gates. Located directly across the street from the Metro Red Line, our students enjoy the benefits of studying in our Nation’s Capital. On any weekend, students can be found touring the Smithsonian, catching a Capitals or Georgetown University game at the Verizon Center, studying at the Library of Congress, or sharing a meal in Eastern Market. At Georgetown Prep, we shape our men into leaders that are prepared for the challenges of life and ready to meet them with reflective action.

Georgetown Preparatory School 10900 Rockville Pike N. Bethesda, MD 20852 301-214-1215 www.iamahoya.org www.gprep.org/admissions

Interlochen Arts Academy

Interlochen, MI Interlochen Arts Academy is a fine arts boarding high school for grades 9-12 located in northwestern Michigan. Each year five hundred students from around the world come to the wooded campus at Interlochen looking for greater opportunities to learn, create and perform. Leading educators and exceptional peers challenge each student to achieve their artistic and academic potential.

Established in 1962, the Arts Academy offers challenging and comprehensive college-preparatory INTERLOCHEN academics that include courses in math, science, English, history and foreign languages. For young artists, being surrounded by talented peers and supported by a dedicated faculty provides the motivation, knowledge and tools to bring any goal within reach.

Interlochen provides pre-professional training in seven arts majors including comparative arts (new 2010-11 school year), creative writing, dance, motion picture arts, music, theatre and visual arts.

FACTS AT A GLANCE National Recognition – the Arts Academy is part of Interlochen Center for the Arts, a recipient of the National Medal of Arts, the nation’s highest honor in the arts.

Presidential Scholars – since 1980 Interlochen Arts Academy has produced 41 Presidential Scholars in arts and academics, more than any other high school in the country.

Creative Environment – each year, Academy students create 250 presentations, which encompass concerts, arts displays, performances, readings, etc.

Faculty and Staff – more than 300 faculty and staff work to maintain a positive and safe environment for all students. More than 80 outstanding artists and educators make up the faculty. Half of the instructors have earned a master’s degree and 25 percent have earned doctorates. Three members of the faculty have been named “Distinguished Teachers in the Arts” by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts.

How to apply to Interlochen Arts Academy Interlochen Arts Academy is accepting applications to all seven arts majors: comparative arts, creative writing, dance, motion picture arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Application, audition and portfolio requirements vary by major and can be found on the Interlochen website www.academy.interlochen.org

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ONLINE RESOURCES academy.interlochen.org Request a printed viewbook / Course listings / Faculty biographies / Video galleries / Virtual tours – 360-degree photos / Printable Academy application Contact information Interlochen Arts Academy Interlochen Center for the Arts 4000 Highway M-137, Interlochen, Michigan 49643 800.681.5912; admission@interlochen.org academy.interlochen.org

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } The Governor’s Academy

Brewster Academy

The oldest continuously operating boarding school in the United States.

College preparatory, coed, grades 9-12, boarding and day.

From our first headmaster in 1763 who encouraged students to study aloud rather than insisting on the traditional silence in the classroom, we’ve embraced change to remain relevant. Because this isn’t just about the next four years. It’s about the promise of what can happen after that.

Nestled in a resort community, Brewster Academy offers a student-centered, highly interactive, and collaborative college preparatory environment.

The Brewster curriculum integrates best practices – guided practice, differentiation, peer tutoring, collaboration, project-based learning, and emotional literacy – to put the student at the center of the learning process. The faculty is dedicated and expert at teaching both knowledge and application skills and adept at understanding and teaching to individual learning styles. With a 1:1 laptop program in place for the past 20 years, use of innovative technologies to optimize teaching and learning is at the foundation of its program.

Knowing that EQ is as important as IQ (if not more so) to success, Brewster has partnered with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence to implement a skills-based approach designed to help students use and reason with emotion to develop competency, skills, and knowledge related to character development, social awareness, and life skills.

Competitive athletics, a rich arts curriculum, and an intensive community life program offer a community of learning and leadership opportunities. Students live in 20 dormitories with faculty and their families; most dorms boast views of the lake and mountains.

Brewster’s athletics program serves both the competitive athlete who plans to play in college and the recreational athlete who prefers a less intense sports experience. Indoor athletic facilities include an athletics and wellness center with a convertible turf floor, an indoor track, a rowing tank, and a fitness center; and a climbing barn. Outside six playing fields, including a new synthetic turf, nine tennis courts, and a boathouse for the sailing and crew teams sit along the school’s ½-mile of shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Anderson Hall, an enhanced and expanded 450-seat performing arts center, opened in September after extensive renovations. A dance studio, blackbox theatre, and music practice rooms round out the performing arts spaces while a studio for more traditional arts and a pottery and classrooms for digital arts and the latest hardware, software, and tools for producing digital media complete the visual and performing arts facilities.

The Academy’s leaders believe it is the relentless centrality of the school’s focus – to prepare students for college; to prepare them to understand and manage their emotions, to learn to be adaptable, and to be lifelong learners that makes Brewster a relevant choice in a time of great change.

Contact: Denise Morrill at 800-842-996; admissions@brewsteracademy.org Wolfeboro, N.H. 03894 www.brewsteracademy.org www.brewsteracademy.org/tour/ www.facebook.com/BrewsterAdmissions

Byfield, MA

We’ve always wanted more for our students.

Citizen leaders Accountability, responsibility, and cooperation form an unwritten curriculum at Governor’s that has produced generations of leaders. Our earliest graduates shaped a young nation. Today graduates continue to lead as CEOs, policymakers, engineers, entrepreneurs, physicians, teachers, scientists, and more.

An environmental focus What does innovation mean at Governor’s? Fish radio frequency tags, for starters. Our Massachusetts location four miles from the Atlantic Ocean is a testing ground for environmental stewardship and research.

A 5:1 student-faculty ratio Our faculty members are interesting, THE GOVERNOR’S ACADEMY passionate people, including editors of award-winning journals, National Science Foundation grant recipients, nationally recognized artists, an Olympic rower, and a best-selling author. All are dedicated to bringing out the best in teenagers.

Intellect We challenge each student to ponder, process, and shape the discourse in small, discussion-based classes. The academic program includes honors, advanced, and AP classes in all departments, as well as research partnerships with Harvard and MIT, demanding standards in writing and critical analysis, internships, and five languages to study.

Creativity Outstanding facilities and an excellent faculty support a wide range of arts opportunities, from innovative freshman courses to advanced study in art and architecture, film and photography, ceramics, music, drama, technical theater and dance.

Strength Governor’s athletic teams are known for their championship titles.

Our facilities rival those at small colleges, and we’re home to some of the best athletes in Massachusetts, many of whom go on to nationally ranked college teams.

A global view Governor’s invaluable global outlook inspires exchange and study abroad programs, course offerings and class activities. Motivated students from 23 states and 19 countries—two thirds boarders and one third day—form a unique synthesis of cultures in a small town setting.

Helping young people discover who they are and who they could be is what we’re all about at Governor’s.

Always has been. Always will be. Always Governor’s.

Arrange a visit: 978.465.1763 or admissions@govsacademy.org 1 Elm Street, Byfield, MA 01922 www.thegovernorsacademy.org

Wolfeboro, NH

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } The Knox School

St. James, NY The Knox School in Saint James is the North Shore of Long Island’s bestkept independent school secret, serving students in grades 6-12 and Post Graduate. We offer a comprehensive, challenging curriculum infused with the core values of Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Kindness and Scholarship. Our college preparatory program includes Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) offerings, prepares students for success at the university level, and provides them with the necessary skills to survive in our globalized 21st Century. Class sizes are small – 12 students per class is our maximum. Knox also offers an on-campus Crew Team and Equestrian Program, competitive athletic teams and co-curricular programs such as Model U.N., Student Government, National Honor Society, Visual, Performing and Fine Arts and so much more. Rich in the fine and performing arts, Knox students can sing and act in a musical and play, dance, draw, sculpt, paint, design and sew clothing and costumes, capture life in photos and display their personal talents in our Solarium Art Gallery.

What Knox does not offer is the confinement of the Common Core and the rash of testing that goes along with it. Instead, our focus is on building intentional learning communities in which our educators teach to the standards and levels of our global competitors. Our students are safe, accepted and tolerated, and the only “common” thing about our Knox environment is the commitment our entire school community has to education, success, and the advancement of each individual that makes up our diverse student body.

One-on-one college counseling begins the summer before Junior year and continues until your child decides to which college or university he or she will commit. Recent college acceptances include: Columbia University, Cornell University, New York University, Brandeis University, George Washington University, Northeastern University, Emerson College, Sarah Lawrence College, University of Miami, University of Connecticut, Syracuse University, Rutgers University, Michigan State University, Penn State University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and many more….

Call to schedule a private tour or to speak to an admissions associate about The Knox School difference. We would be happy to share our honest, professional opinion with you about your child’s education, and the best way for you as a parent to help him or her realize his or her true potential. You can reach Knox admissions at 631-686-1600 EXT. 414.

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MILITARY SCHOOL Valley Forge Military Academy

Wayne, PA Valley Forge Military Academy and College is an international leadership institute, comprised of a middle school, high school, and college. Located in Wayne, PA, 12 miles from Philadelphia, VFMAC offers commuting and boarding options. Students are immersed in a unique educational experience centered on academic excellence, personal motivation, and character that helps them reach their academic potential to achieve success in the classroom and beyond. From its cadet leadership ranks to the rifle club to its award winning equestrian program, VFMAC teaches students leadership and responsibility in practical ways.

Established in 1928, the Academy is an independent, private, college preparatory school for boys in grades 6-12. VFMA has a long tradition VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY of instilling values and building selfconfidence to prepare tomorrow’s leaders. VFMA offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success. VFMAC President Dr. Stacey Sauchuk notes, “The education at the Academy builds minds and character, providing a solid, education alternative that prepares young men for college.”

UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS High achieving students at VFMA may take college courses at Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) also located on the Wayne campus.

These students experience college coursework, earn college credits, and a VFMC transcript.

Established in 1935, Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) is a coeducational, accredited, private, two-year college. VFMC students are highly focused young women and men opting to hold themselves to a higher standard. They enroll in academic programs that lead to the AA, AS, or ABA degree. The College faculty are extraordinarily dedicated scholar-practitioners, experts in their fields, and focused on teaching as their first priority. Honor societies and academic accolades are but two ways that student achievement is recognized.

Valley Forge Military College provides students with three ways to earn their degree: as a member of the Corps of Cadets, as a Residential student or as a Commuter student. All three options provide students a curriculum that stresses Valley Forge’s five cornerstones of Academic Excellence, Character Development, Personal Motivation, Leadership, and Physical Development.

Valley Forge’s competitive athletic programs provide students with physical development and competitive challenges. VFMC’s cadets compete in collegiate athletics including football, soccer (men and women), volleyball (women), cross-country (men and women), basketball (men and women), wrestling, and softball (women).

Small class sizes, specialized instruction, and dedicated faculty provide an enriching educational experience that imbues students with character traits and the skills to succeed.

Contact: Jamieson Bilella 610-989-1206 jbilella@vfmac.edu www.vfmac.edu

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Salina, KS The mission of St. John’s Military School is to provide each cadet with the opportunity to grow spiritually, intellectually, and physically in a structured environment.

Academics Academics are king at St. John’s and designed to stretch the mental abilities of each student. St. John’s takes pride in being one of the top academic military schools in the country. More than 90 percent of St. John’s graduates go on to institutions of higher learning.

This superior academic performance is a result of a low student to teacher ratio, single-sex boy-centered education, and a structured learning environment. Your son’s teachers will focus on him as an individual. They will learn his strengths, weaknesses, and learning style while working to develop the “whole boy.”

Military Structure While academics are at the forefront of St. John’s focus, military structure and tradition teach young men the value of self-worth, selfidentity, and self-discipline. Such an atmosphere puts young men in a position to develop into strong, confident, and responsible leaders.

Your son will be challenged to reach his fullest potential. Cadets are allowed to succeed and fail in a safe environment. These successes, and perhaps even more importantly these failures, nurture a boy’s character as he matures into manhood. Each young man graduating from St. John’s leaves through our doors as a leader, rather than a follower.

Religion The young men at St. John’s have the unique opportunity to develop a life of structure, discipline, and integrity – as well as a life of faith, community, and giving. Religious life on the St. John’s campus is centered in the historic Armstrong Memorial Chapel. The cadets’ faith journey is enriched by attending services every Sunday and Wednesday.

Your son is encouraged to take ownership of his faith through authentic fellowship groups, meaningful life-application of Scripture, and ethical integrity. Cadets participate in mission trips, which encourage our young men to become more active in the community and live a life of service to others through faith and selfless giving.

Brotherhood Forged over 128 years, the St. John’s Brotherhood spans the globe. Young men from all walks of life form an unbreakable bond with their classmates.

Mutual respect and accountability infuse all aspects of cadet life and result in positive peer pressure in academic effort, personal standards, and behavior.

Deep ties are formed as your family becomes part of the St. John’s family.

110 W Otis Ave, Salina, KS 67401 Phone: 866.704.5294 / Email: contact@sjms.org

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES Clark University

Worcester, MA The college that changes lives – Founded in 1887, Clark is committed to scholarship and inquiry that addresses social and human imperatives on a global basis. Located in the heart of New England—Worcester, Massachusetts—Clark enrolls approximately 2,200 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students and is featured in Loren Pope’s book, “Colleges That Change Lives.” Clark students are passionate about ideas, causes and events beyond themselves; embrace issues and take action; and approach life with open minds and a global perspective.

Transformative force in higher education – Clark is also emerging as a leader in higher education today. LEEP (Liberal Education and Effective Practice), Clark’s pioneering model of education, CLARK UNIVERSITY combines life-changing world and workplace experiences with a robust liberal arts curriculum. Through LEEP, you will confront complex problems, collaborate with faculty, learn directly from industry experts, and explore topics of global consequence.

Internationally recognized for academics, entrepreneurship, and value – Recent rankings that acknowledge Clark’s growing reputation include U.S. News & World Report # 76 in Best National Universities, Forbes # 13 in America’s Most Entrepreneurial Universities, and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine #24 in Best Values in Private Colleges and #10 in New England’s Best Values in Private Universities.

A dynamic community with global insight – You’ll be known by name and face as the Clark student-to-faculty ratio is 10:1 and the average class size is 21 students. With approximately 600 international students, faculty members and scholars from over 90 countries, you will also encounter a variety of cultures, traditions, religions, political ideologies and people in the community. Some of the most popular majors at Clark are Psychology, Biology, Geography, International Development and Social Change, Communication and Culture, Political Science, and Business Management.

Fifth-year tuition-free accelerated B.A./Master’s Degree program – With Clark’s excellent graduate programs and research institutes, the University can offer you a unique cost-saving opportunity. If you work hard and meet the eligibility requirements, you can earn an accelerated bachelor’s and master’s degree from one of 14 different programs with the fifth-year of tuition free.

Make a difference in a world hungry for change – At Clark, you will develop creativity, adaptability, resilience, persistence, and more, all of which enable you to translate your passions and studies into a remarkable career and a purposeful, accomplished life. You will have the opportunity to graduate with the skills employers demand and the world needs, prepared to live the University’s motto: “Challenge convention. Change our world.”

Clark University: 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA. 800/462-5275 or 508/793-7431 admissions@clarku.edu clarku.edu/explore

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } College of Charleston

Charleston, SC More than a place, or a state of mind, the College of Charleston represents an exceptional experience for our students. It means individual growth, choices, adventure, achievement, curiosity, flexibility, spirit and community. If you want a college where every opportunity you can imagine will be available to you – look no further. At the College of Charleston, you really can have it all.

See for yourself The College of Charleston campus is a curious blend of the old and historic with the new and modern. Take Randolph Hall, for example. Originally built around 1828, it has survived earthquakes, wars and the ravages of time, and remains to this day the centerpiece of campus. By contrast, the Beatty Center – a four-story, glass-and-steel building in the design of a Charleston single house – is a mere two blocks away.

The campus is surrounded on all sides by the vibrant, cosmopolitan

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city of Charleston, which Fast Company magazine labeled “Silicon Harbor” due to the growing number of tech startups here in recent years.

We invite you to spend some time in Charleston. Sign up for a campus tour and information session (go.cofc.edu/campusvisit). Come to an open house. Use a Multicultural Overnight Visit Experience (M.O.V.E.) to test-drive the College. Or, go to our YouTube channel (go.cofc.edu/ youtube) and explore what the College has to offer.

Location, location, location Charleston has long been a top destination for tourists. Now it’s becoming one of the most dynamic cities for businesses, too. In the last several years, more than 250 tech startups – including Bibliolabs, PeopleMatter, BoomTown and Avista Solutions – have chosen Charleston as the place to be. And larger firms are invested here as well – think Boeing, Google and Blackbaud. With a thriving arts community, a booming tourist scene and tremendous growth in biomedicine, this city has become the perfect livinglearning laboratory for our students – whether they’re studying computer science, public health, theatre, business or marine biology.

Our location, in the heart of the city, makes it easy for students to add internships to their resumés. The Medical University of South Carolina is just blocks away. A busy international port is just down the street. One of the country’s hottest hospitality scenes is happening all around. Add the city’s history and international flavor to all of that, and you can see why the College of Charleston is the home of boundless opportunities.

Office of Admissions admissions@cofc.edu 843.953.5670

Roger Williams University

Bristol, RI We are Roger Williams. Are you?

Roger Williams was more than just a man, and Roger Williams University is more than just a pretty place. RWU is a leading independent, coeducational university with programs in the liberal arts and the professions. Nationally ranked, RWU offers 45+ majors, countless minors, 55 study abroad locations, 70+ clubs and organizations and 22 NCAA athletic teams. Our low student/faculty ratio (15:1) and small average class size (20) allow for personal connections with faculty members as well as student/faculty research collaborations.

At RWU we are independent thinkers, explorers, rebels, go-getters and citizen scholars. We’ve set out to strengthen our society through engaged teaching and learning, providing an education that is transformative, inclusive, experiential and innovative. In short, we’re building the university that the world needs now.

We are Roger Williams. Are you?

With six schools within the University, RWU offers countless ways to help students get where they want to go.

The Feinstein College of Arts and Sciences (FCAS) provides a unifying center of transdisciplinary education to all RWU students.

The depth and breadth of programs in FCAS make it the most highly attended school in the university.

The AACSB-accredited Gabelli School of Business (GSB) prepares students for fulfilling careers in an evolving digital and global economy.

A student-centered school with an emphasis on excellence in teaching, GSB is committed to research and service programs that enhance the quality of instruction for business students.

The School of Education prepares students for meaningful careers in both elementary and secondary education. The school seeks to educate reflective leaders whose practice is grounded in a commitment to social justice, civil discourse, global citizenship, and educational excellence for all students.

The School of Engineering, Computing, and Construction Management delivers a practical, hands-on approach to learning that enables graduates to adapt to rapid technological change and communicate effectively with diverse populations.

The School of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation (SAAHP) is a nationally-accredited, multidisciplinary community committed to balance between creation and conservation as well as aesthetic and technical pursuits. Students learn in the classroom but also in studios, seminars, internships, study abroad opportunities, field work and more.

The School of Justice Studies (SJS) is one of the best programs for justice system education in the country with faculty who are regionally, nationally and internationally recognized.

Learn more at rwu.edu or contact us at (800) 458-7144 ext. 3500.

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{ INDEPENDENT SCHOOL GUIDE } Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) Bachelor in International Business (BIB)

Grenoble, France For students looking to have a truly international undergraduate experience, Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) offers a unique opportunity. With its Bachelor in International Business (BIB), students can live in France while earning their entire degree in English. With over 70 different nationalities represented in the program, this undergraduate degree gives students a diverse setting for understanding global business concepts with the added benefit of allowing international students to learn French all throughout the program.

As an institution, GEM is among the 1% of triple-accredited business schools worldwide, offering more than fifteen undergraduate and graduate degree programs in English. GEM’s Bachelor in International Business is an internationally-recognized degree, ranked 2nd best Bachelors program in France by le Parisien in 2015. BIB classes are taught in small groups to encourage students to develop their hard and soft business skills. Faculty members come from a rich mix of academic and corporate backgrounds, bringing their important research and professional experience into the classroom.

Students are encouraged to get their own hands-on corporate experience by completing significant business internships in the course of their degree.

These internships, in between year 1 and year 2 and then again between year 2 and year 3, can be completed in France or abroad. Students also have the choice to follow a year at either of the BIB’s two sister campuses in London or Paris or to spend a semester abroad at GRENOBLE ECOLE DE MANAGEMENT one of the program’s numerous partner institutions. Students are encouraged to have at least one international experience during their degree to enhance their multicultural understanding.

Undergraduate Summer School For students looking for an accelerated path towards enhancing their international business education, GEM’s Undergraduate Summer School offers Bachelor’s students the chance to study abroad on a short, 4-week summer program and the possibility to earn 6 college credits.

Students will study on both the Grenoble and Paris campuses and will focus on two themes: Small & Family Businesses and International Marketing. Throughout the 4-week program, students will also study French culture and language.

With more than 50,000 students, Grenoble is a dynamic city known for its high-tech industry, its international environment and its mountains. Paris is one of the world’s most beautiful cities, renowned for fashion, fascinating museums and gastronomic restaurants.

GEM is looking forward to welcoming you!

Visit our website: www.grenoble-em.com Or contact us: admissions@ggsb.com

Marymount Manhattan College New York City, NY

The City Is Your Campus.

Marymount Manhattan College (MMC) offers an experience like no other—a personalized education coupled with limitless opportunities in one of the largest, most connected cities in the world.

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From the first visit to campus, students begin their journey toward a college degree as well as a diverse career network, an invaluable asset in an increasingly competitive professional landscape. Students are encouraged to explore the resources around them, experiencing internships, externships, and work study programs. Coupled with an outstanding faculty and support system to help prepare them for a career they love, the opportunities are limitless.

With a strong academic reputation, an 11:1 student-faculty ratio, small class sizes, and a beautiful campus on the Upper East Side, Marymount Manhattan College is truly unique. With 27 major fields of study and over 40 minors and pre-professional programs to choose from, MMC invites students to customize their liberal arts education to complement their interests and skills, creating a well-rounded educational experience.

One of the biggest draws to MMC is the desire to be in the center of it all. As an international hub for business, communications, and the arts, New York City is the place to study and learn.

MMC remains true to its small college feel in the middle of a big city, and invites nearly 2,000 students from around the globe to call MMC their home each year. This isn’t your ordinary college experience— this is Marymount Manhattan College.

For more information about Marymount Manhattan College, and to learn about scholarship and financial aid opportunities available, please visit www.mmm.edu Marymount Manhattan College 221 East 71st Street New York, NY 10021 Call 1-800-MARYMOUNT

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To add to the experience you can stay and dine in one of four historic Cambridge Colleges and participate in a range of weekend excursions and social activities. Long summer days allow time to explore the Colleges and vibrant city centre, punt on the river, enjoy a traditional English tea at Grantchester, attend concerts and outdoor performances of Shakespeare. By joining us this summer you will become part of a truly international community with over 50 nationalities represented.

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Precollege Programs for High School Girls Open to girls entering grades 9 through 12 in the fall of 2016.

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Individual. Global. Exceptional.

Smith College’s rigorous summer Precollege Programs give high school girls the freedom to explore challenging subjects—without the pressure of exams and grades.

Here, professors who are world-class scholars offer personal attention in the classroom to college-bound girls while encouraging their interests and passions and helping them develop new academic skills.

Smith Summer Precollege Programs 30 Belmont Ave., Room 201 Northampton, MA 01063 413-585-2165 or 413-585-4455 Fax 413-585-4344 Email: Summerprecollege@smith.edu

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High School Summer Programs

in Rome

Just off the Via Appia southeast of Rome, the 12-acre University of Dallas campus rests in the beautiful foothills where ancient Rome got its start and where Romans and popes take their summer holiday.

Participants of our programs earn college credit and emerge with skills essential for the college classroom while forming the longlasting friendships that inevitably develop in a learning community.

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Each summer, University of Dallas professors lead high school students through the most compelling works of Shakespeare’s corpus in the midst of his most enchanting and breathtaking Italian settings during our “Shakespeare in Italy” program. History and drama intersect at every site, resulting in a greater awareness of our Western heritage and a deeper understanding of Shakespeare’s art.

This trip helped me grow and realize there is so much more to the world than I ever knew.”

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Inspired scholars of Latin will find their place in an equally engaging program, “Latin in Rome,” where unlike most study abroad programs, your classroom is Rome. Faculty guides lead you on an extended trip to the Bay of Naples to see Cicero’s birthplace, Pompeii, the Cave of the Sibyl and more, deepening your understanding of the Latin language and the Romans who spoke it.

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The College of Choice for Students Who Learn Differently Putney, Vermont

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MAKE RISD YOURS THIS SUMMER

RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN

2016 SUMMER PROGRAMS Experience RISD’s premier art and design education, unique studios and award-winning faculty, as well as historic Providence’s vibrant summer arts and culture scene.

High School Students Pre-College: Get ready for 6 weeks that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

College Students and Adults (credit) Summer Studies Art + Design Courses Create your own extraordinary experience at Rhode Island School of Design.

RISD: Global Summer Programs Become a creative agent for a changing world. Where will RISD take you this summer?

Summer Institute for Graphic Design Studies Delve into a broad range of graphic design topics, offered in a series of concentrated two-week courses.

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Textiles Summer Institute Access RISD’s renowned textiles studios and faculty.

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WE ARE: • A nationally-ranked private university, offering 45+ majors spanning the liberal arts and professions • An active, welcoming campus community with 70+ student clubs and organizations • Competitive studentathletes, with 24 varsity athletic teams and countless club and intramural programs • Addressing the rising costs in higher education with our tuition freeze and four-year guarantee • Committed to providing students in all majors with hands-on, s-on, realworld experience expe p rien nce before graduation aduaation on

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The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at The Cooper Union has been preparing high school students to pursue undergraduate careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields for over 25 years. The Summer STEM Program is an intensive experience that immerses students in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving, thereby placing them on the right track for careers in technological innovation. Students work closely with Cooper Union faculty on projects ranging broadly from robotics, digital fabrication, computer programming and app development to biomedical and genetic engineering, improved urban infrastructure and even race car design.

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Summer Pre-College Program at Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY Try college on before taking college on How can you anticipate what you haven’t yet experienced? Skidmore’s prestigious Pre-College Program in the Liberal and Studio Arts has been preparing talented high school students for college success for more than forty years. High-achieving sophomores, juniors, and seniors from across the country and around the world travel to our Saratoga Springs campus each summer to take part in Skidmore’s five-week Pre-College Program. Students engage in college-level study in the liberal and studio arts amid a beautiful upstate New York campus setting.

or one of each. Choose a class in an area where your strengths lie, or delve into an unexplored subject to challenge your perceptions and discover new fields of knowledge.

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At Skidmore, high school students can imagine their futures while living together, cultivating new friendships, and discovering the right balance between work and fun.

A carefully selected and trained residential staff lives with Pre-College students in their own private residence hall. The residential life program, designed to support and complement academic and artistic endeavors, ensures that students’ social lives are every bit as exhilarating as their intellectual lives.

In Skidmore’s Pre-College Program, high school students earn college credit while studying alongside college students. They work with Skidmore’s nationally recognized faculty and visiting artists and enjoy access to the College’s state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Do your interests range from math to studio art, psychology to English, economics to religion? Skidmore’s unique curriculum allows students to take either two liberal arts courses, two studio art courses,

Skidmore College is a highly selective, independent liberal arts college known for outstanding academics, a rich co-curricular life, and its historic resort town setting.

On Skidmore’s lively summer campus Pre-College students not only learn together with high school peers and college students, but have the chance to meet visiting students and participants from other programs as well. They are invited to take active part in the special workshops, visiting artist lectures,

and gallery talks sponsored by Skidmore’s Summer Studio Art Program and the nightly readings by renowned writers of the New York State Summer Writers Institute.

Skidmore’s summer campus hosts many other concerts, lectures, events, and weekend activities, and just off campus is downtown Saratoga Springs’ dynamic cultural and arts scene.

Find out for yourself why Skidmore Pre-College alumni describe the program as challenging, fun, enlightening, life-changing, mind-altering, motivational, experimental, adventurous, to name just a few. Come spend July with us and discover your future.

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Boston Leadership Institute

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Valley Forge Military Academy & College A private international leadership institution, comprised of a middle school, preparatory high school, and college, located in Wayne, PA, 12 miles from Philadelphia. Students are immersed in a unique educational experience centered on academic excellence, personal motivation, and character that helps them reach their academic potential.

Small class sizes, specialized instruction, and dedicated faculty provide an enriching educational experience that imbues students with character traits and the skills to succeed.

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Always we have embraced change.

To prepare each new generation with the knowledge and character to be full citizens of the world.

The oldest continuously operating boarding school in the United States. An environmental testing ground just off the Atlantic coast, home to highpowered research partnerships, and innovative teaching. An entrepreneurial energy and a global view, with motivated students from the Boston area, throughout the U.S., and around the globe.

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Avon Old Farms believes strongly in the benefits of a single-sex education and understands the unique learning styles of young men. A structured academic day includes regular all-school meetings, family-style meals, athletic practices, and quiet evening study hours. Core values such as brotherhood, integrity, scholarship, and sportsmanship are emphasized and modeled by a caring and committed faculty who also serve as coaches, dormitory masters, counselors, valued mentors, and friends.

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QUICK FACTS: Established: 1927 Enrollment: 405 boys States/Countries Represented: 22/22 Average Class Size: 12 Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Campus Size: 860+ wooded acres Interscholastic Sports: 15

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Hopkins School is a dynamic community of faculty and students, where a love of learning thrives and lifelong friendships begin.

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Westover, a leading college-preparatory school, engages young women in a powerful college-prep foundation. From that firm foundation, students build up and out, using our broad and diverse curriculum as building blocks.

Students choose from compelling interdisciplinary electives and dive into Signature Programs in music, science, engineering, finance, global exchanges, and more.

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Rustic Pathways provides authentic travel, service, and cultural immersion programs for students. We offer one to three-week spring break and summer experiences, gap year programs, and private group trips. With over 97 programs in 19 countries, we have a program that will fit your interests.

We host open house events in multiple locations in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. Visit our website for details and dates.

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COMMUNITY ROOM

by Courtney Zoffness

Subway Montage En Route

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HAVE BEEN OGLED,

groped, and yelled at. I have been preached to, entertained, ignored, and consoled. I have been charmed. I have been inspired. Penned into a crowd on a rush hour train, I have been pricked in the back by a wanton erection. I have heard the announcement: “A subway is no place for an inappropriate touch.”

I have admired men I didn’t have the courage to approach and feigned disinterest at men who admired me. On a hot summer train while invisibly pregnant, I have puked all over my shoes.

I have ferried a six-week-old to the doctor in a sling across my chest and fielded rapidtransit questions from my toddler: How far below ground are we? How fast are we going? Is this our stop? Is this one?

Once I was pursued by a toothless woman singing Whitney Houston: “I believe the children are the future. Teach them well and let them lead the way.”

I have had children sell me candy.

I have had grown-ups sell me razors.

I have met an Earth Angel who claimed he could save me from evil and received blessings from a selfproclaimed prophet. I have been sandwiched between folks reading the Bible and the Quran and stolen glimpses of someone else’s People. I have judged passengers according to the texts in their lap: The New York Post.

The New York Times. Fifty Shades of Grey.

I have disappeared into my book. I have pretended to disappear into my book. I have had bouts of eye contact so intense they followed me into my dreams.

I have considered pleas from veterans and amputees and junkie-thin mothers. I have tapped my feet to bongo players, Doo-wop singers, and mariachi bands. I have dodged young gymnasts back-flipping down the

aisle and breakdancers twirling around poles.

When, periodically, the train paused and the lights dimmed and the ventilators hushed, I have played a secret game. If, hypothetically speaking, we were held some hundred feet

wobble away, pants still around his ankles.

I have heard the announcement: “If you see something, say something.”

I was in lower Manhattan—but not in transit—when the trains beneath my feet lost power, when dust clouds swept through stairwells and platforms and unfurled into unventilated cars. Commuters scurried like rats through underground tunnels while on Sixth Avenue I gaped at smoke surging from the Towers like a geyser.

Weeks later I wound up blocks from the wreckage on jury duty. My trial was about liberty and justice or maybe just retribution.

One party was said to have wronged another.

I spent as much time in the courtroom as I did in a court-supplied facemask watching my footprints form in the white powder that coated the streets like snow. En route home after one such day, our subway caught up to another one on a parallel track. Shuttling at the same speed, it seemed as if nobody was moving. Two glass boxes filled with people.

I eyed the strangers as if they were members of an opposing team, residents of a warring nation. I scanned those standing. Those sitting. Those wearing hats and those carrying bags. They eyed me back. Everyone appeared equally intrigued and suspicious.

Who were they and where were they going?

Who were we?

In an instant we charged into a tunnel and everything went black.

ONCE I WAS PURSUED BY A TOOTHLESS WOMAN SINGING WHITNEY HOUSTON: “I BELIEVE THE CHILDREN ARE THE FUTURE. TEACH THEM WELL AND LET THEM LEAD THE WAY.”

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into the earth for, say, hours, days, weeks, months, who among these riders would form my new community? On whom would I rely?

Whom would I distrust? Whom would I choose for one final act of fornication?

I have stumbled into torsos when the subway lurched forward and had my toes trampled on by tourists. I have offered directions. I have asked for directions. I have used all my strength to wrench free a suitcase jammed in the subway door. Once I saw a vagrant piss onto the tracks then

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Courtney Zoffness’ writing has appeared in several journals and anthologies, including The Rumpus, Indiana Review, Washington Square, and Fish Prize Stories.

A 2013 Emerging Writer Fellow at the Center for Fiction and Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference scholar, she is the Interim Director of Creative Writing at Drew University.