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WESTCHESTER'S OLDEST AND MOST RESPECTED NEWSPAPERS MOUNT VERNON RISING Formerly The Mount Vernon Independent - Rising Media Group, LLC Vol 19 Number 47 www.RisingMediaGroup.com Friday, December 4, 2009 Purchase Dance Corps' Production Westchester Pols Moving on Up? of 'Nutcracker '09' this Weekend! District Attorney Janet DiFiore Senator Jeff Klein By Dan Murphy With the elections of 2009 only a few weeks old, it's time for elected officials throughout the state to reflect upon their political futures. With state- wide elections for governor, attorney general and comptroller, and all of the 150 Assembly and 62 Senate seats up for re-election, Westchester's best and brightest leaders are taking a serious look at moving up to Albany. Topping the list is Westchester Scenes from past SUNY Purchase Dance Corps productions of "The Nutcracker" District Attorney Janet DiFiore, fresh off her big re-election win on Novem- See story on Page 4 ber 3. DiFiore is considering, and is being considered for, a run for attorney See more holiday events on Page 10 general in 2010. The current attorney general, The Tarrytown House Andrew Cuomo, is readying his run for governor, and DiFiore's name has Mayor Phil Amicone been tossed out as a candidate to suc- 'Makes Strides Against Breast Cancer' ceed him, joining Cuomo on his slate. DiFiore is being considered as a result win last month. It remains to be seen whether or not Colavita wants to run, especially considering he now has a 5-0 of her great political appeal, her record Republican supermajority on the East- as a judge and DA keeping Westchester chester Town Board. safe and her winning re-election three Colavita has been wooed by the times. Rising Media Group has called state GOP to run before — and has DiFiore one of the most popular and ef- declined — but, if he wants to run, the fective elected officials in Westchester, seat is his for the taking. Yonkers City and proudly endorsed her recent re- Councilman Liam McLaughlin is said election. Now Democrats statewide, in- to be another interested Republican, cluding Cuomo, have taken notice. with discussions underway between Even if DiFiore gets chosen by Westchester Republicans regarding Cuomo as his successor, she will face their options. challenges from several New York Yonkers Mayor Phil Amicone, Democrats, including State Senator Jeff who is term limited from running for Klein, who represents the Westchester a third term as mayor in 2011, is also communities of Pelham, Eastchester considering a statewide run. Amicone, and parts of Mt. Vernon, Yonkers and who continues to preside over redevel- the Bronx in the 34th District. Rising opment in Westchester's largest city, Media Group has heard that Klein, an is pondering a run for comptroller and energetic and hard-working Senator, is lieutenant governor. laying the groundwork to make a run for Finally, Larchmont Mayor Liz Feld New York attorney general next year. is contemplating a run for U.S. Senate. Klein has considered a run for attorney "I am actively considering a run for general before, and his work in the Sen- the United States Senate and expect to Team Tarrytown at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, held at Manhattanville College ate has made him a leading voice on make a final decision sooner rather than consumer protection issues, — includ- later. The ever-growing debt coming out The Tarrytown House Estate & They also donated a portion of tury mansions, as well as a contempo- ing subprime mortgage lending — and of Washington is alarming. It will have Conference Center, managed by Desti- group sales from businesses booking rary atrium-style building that houses his yearly report monitoring unsanitary serious implications for New York and nation Hotels & Resorts, raised a total corporate meetings and events during conference facilities and guest rooms. supermarkets and restaurants make him for the next generation of Americans. of $4,625 for the American Cancer So- the month of October. In addition, Tar- Perfect for business and leisure, the a strong candidate for attorney general. Priority number one in this country has ciety's "Making Strides Against Breast rytown House employees participated Tarrytown House offers extensive lei- Klein would have to give up his to be debt reduction and long-term tax Cancer" during the month of October. in the 2009 "Making Strides Against sure and recreational facilities such Senate seat to run for attorney general, relief. That will be the major focus of leaving an open seat in the 34th Dis- my campaign should I formally enter The Tarrytown House donated Breast Cancer" walk at Manhattan- as a fitness club, indoor and outdoor trict. While Bronx Democrats have the this race," said Feld. $5 per room, per night to the Ameri- ville College in Purchase. swimming pools and tennis courts. power to select their party's candidate One factor that no one seems able can Cancer Society every time a guest Located just 25 miles from mid- For more information, contact to replace Klein, the Republican chal- to quantify is how the anti-tax, anti- booked their special "Making Strides" town Manhattan, the Tarrytown House the Tarrytown House at 800-553-8118 lenger may come from Westchester. incumbent revolt that dominated the package, which included deluxe over- Estate and Conference Center, set on or visit www.tar rytownhouseestate. The obvious choice in this case elections of 2009 in Westchester will night accommodations and breakfast 26 acres overlooking the Hudson River com. would be Eastchester Supervisor Tony impact the elections of 2010. for two. Valley, features impressive 19th-cen- Colavita, fresh off his re-election What's Inside Feed me Fresh Farmer's Market White House Legends at WCC - Page 2 R – PAGE 2 with PHOTO Rye Lions Club - Page 2 Pelham Women's Club Events - Page 2 First Annual 'Stache-Off Fundraiser - Page 11 In Your Backyard - Page 4 Letters to the Editor - Page 6 Ask an Expert - Page 6 Who, What, Where & When - Page 9 Celebrate the Holidays in Westchester - Page 10 Back row, l to r: Bedford Audubon Executive Director Jim Nordgren, Mount Kisco Child Care Center (MKCCC) Executive Director Dottie Jordan and MKCCC's resident farmer Mimi Edelman with children from the MKCCC at the last Feed me Fresh Farmer's Market of the season Look Inside for Your The children of Mount Kisco Child Care Center (MKCCC) recently grown at the center's Feed me Fresh garden. garden-to-table, sustainable nutrition program designed to increase the level hosted the last Feed me Fresh Farmer's A portion of the funds raised were of appreciation for healthy foods and Local Community News! Market of the season. The children sold potted herbs, fresh herbs and dried donated to the Bedford Audubon Soci- ety in Katonah. healthy choices for children at an early age. herbs, the latter two of which were Feed me Fresh is MKCCC's PAGE 2 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 Rye City Lions Club Presents Community Service Award On Friday, November 13, at the Rye City Lions Club Annual the Rye community who has contributed to enhancing the lives of Charter Dinner, Helen Roman was awarded the 2009 James A. Shea its citizens by volunteering services of an outstanding nature. The Community Service Award for her lifetime commitment to commu- award is named as the James A. Shea Community Service Award of nity service in Rye. the Rye City Lions Club in honor of the late James A. Shea, a past Roman has a long history of volunteering in Rye, including ser- club president and outstanding community citizen who served as vice as an active member of the Ceres Garden Club for 15 years president of the Board of Trustees for the Rye Free Reading Room. and the Rye Senior Citizens Commission, and as chairman of the Previous award winners include: 2003 - Edward J. Collins, Senior Citizen Advisory Committee. She was also very active in the 2004 - Doug Carey, 2005 - Eugene McGuire, 2006 - Rosaleen Rye political process and served as a district leader for many years. O'Neill, 2007 - Josephine DelMonte and 2008 - Marian Shea, James During WWII, Roman volunteered for the Red Cross in Purchase, A. Shea's widow. and later at United Hospital in The charter dinner also included remarks from Sue Dishart, di- Port Chester. She also served rector of Planned Giving for Guiding Eyes for the Blind, and Guid- on the boards of the Rye Girl ing Eyes for the Blind graduate, Ann Chiappetta, who was accompa- Scouts and Midland School, nied by her guide dog, Verona. Chiappetta, who lost her eyesight at and served as publicity chair- the age of 28 due to retinitis pigmentosa and macular degeneration, man for the Rye Conserva- spoke about the independence and freedom she now has with Ve- Above: Assemblyman George tion Society. Roman recently rona. She spoke about how much better her life is now and said that Latimer (left) with Helen Roman, celebrated her 92nd birthday she no longer fears for her safety because she has a reliable partner James A. Shea Community Service Award recipient and presently resides at The to show her the way. Osborn. Guiding Eyes is an internationally accredited, nonprofit guide At right (l to r): Helen Roman; The prestigious James dog school with a 50-plus-year legacy of providing the blind and Robert VanderWateren, Rye City A. Shea Community Service visually impaired with superior Guiding Eyes dogs, training and Lions Club president; and Award was established in lifetime support services. The Rye City Lions Club was pleased to Dave Heller, Rye City Lions Club 2003 to recognize an indi- present Guiding Eyes for the Blind with a $2,500 check in support secretary/treasurer vidual who lives or works in of their mission. Pelham Women's Club Events White House Legends Appear at WCC Presidents Forum L to r: Mark Shields, political commentator on "The NewsHour" with Jim Lehrer; Joe Lockhart, At left: Barbi former White House press DeAngelis with secretary to President Bill Clinton; Pelham Women's Ari Fleischer, former White House Club member press secretary to President Lynn Nardone George W. Bush; Joseph Hankin president of Westchester Below (l to r): Community College; Paul Gigot, Program editorial page editor and vice Chairwoman Joy president of the Wall Street DeChiario, Barbi Journal; and Lester M. Crystal, DeAngelis president of MacNeil/Lehrer and Pelham Productions and forum moderator Women's Club Co-President Sue Marrella The Westchester Community Col- care legislation, the bailout, Afghanistan event for student scholarships and faculty lege Foundation presented its annual Pres- and the upcoming 9/11 trial in New York and institutional development, has been ident's Forum event, News and Views, City. The panel was primarily split on presented by the Westchester Community Election 2008-Where Are We Now?, on most issues, with Shields and Lockhart College Foundation for the past 25 years. Sunday, November 22. The star-studded speaking out in opposition to statements The moderator of the forum was panel included Ari Fleischer, former made by Fleischer and Gigot, and vice Lester M. Crystal, president of MacNeil/ White House press secretary to President versa. Shields said he believes that Presi- Lehrer Productions. Crystal, a Scarsdale George W. Bush, and a Westchester native; dent Barack Obama's main priorities are resident and member of the WCC Founda- Paul Gigot, editorial page editor and vice health care and the economy (workforce tion Board of Directors, was instrumental president of the Wall Street Journal; Joe development, unemployment rate, etc.), in preparing the "NewsHour" program for Lockhart, former White House press sec- and he stated that he was fairly optimis- its launch as the nation's first hour-long retary to President Bill Clinton; and Mark tic that health care legislation would be nightly newscast. Prior to "NewsHour," Shields, political commentator on "The passed. On the 9/11 trial, Fleisher stated Crystal was president of NBC News, exec- The following successful NewsHour" with Jim Lehrer. his opposition to having this case heard in utive producer of NBC Nightly News and events were recently held by The panelists discussed a wide vari- a civilian court. producer of The Huntley-Brinkley Report. the Pelham Women's Club: ety of topical issues ranging from health The President's Forum, a fundraising Barbi Robinson-DeAn- gelis, a member of the Brigade of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution and Association for Living History, Farm and Agricultural Museums, pre- sented a fascinating program Bring Some Cheer on the 18th-century costume of American women. DeAn- gelis sews all of her own cos- to Kids this Year! tumes, and will appear at Van- Cortlandt Manor in December Buy your holiday cards from Maria Fareri Children's Hospital for the holidays. November 20. 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Go to Cinemax.com for airdates/times. PAGE 4 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 In Your Backyard Major League Baseball Scene News from the City of Mount Vernon By Moe Resner million-person population increase City of Mount Vernon to Hold Bureau Announce After-School Pro- marily grant funded. If it were not for Gallo's Geeezers Celebrate Again since 1992. Kelly briefly mentioned Free MWBE Certification Seminar grams and Weekend Academies the combined creativity of the bureau Happy Bill Gallo of the New York the pending trial of five terrorists, The City of Mount Vernon will At a recent press conference, and the generosity of government lead- Daily News showed a big smile when present a free seminar entitled "How to Young, Youth Bureau Executive Di- ers, our youth would not be exposed to commenting that while he wasn't ac- Become a Certified M/WBE" (Minority/ rector DaMia Harris and several dozen comprehensive youth development pro- announcing that his Geezers (alleg- tually consulted, the police force will Women-Owned Business Enterprise), youth within the community introduced grams," said Harris. edly over 65 years old) were present- be ready when needed. on Wednesday, December 9, from 5:30 a number of programs that are now of- Williams provided funding for ing their 14th consecutive month of Gallo commented that New York to 8 p.m. in the Memorial Room of fered through the Mount Vernon Youth both the Step Up program as well as the luncheons at Gallagher's. is safer than ever and safer for the Mount Vernon City Hall, located at 1 Bureau during after-school hours and Safe Haven program which provides a The honored guest was New York Geezers. Roosevelt Square in Mount Vernon. weekends. At the press conference, host of free activities for our commu- City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly. Boxing genius and talented sports Participants will receive step-by- the young people who directly benefit nity's young people. Born and raised in NYC, it seems as writer Bert Sugar made another ap- step instructions on the M/WBE appli- from these programs were given the op- "I'm thrilled to have worked with if the only time he left town was as a pearance without a speech. He nearly cation process from confirmed speakers portunity to publicly acknowledge As- my colleagues, here on the board, to se- colonel in the U.S. Marines, fighting didn't make it because he misplaced from the Empire State Development semblyman J. Gary Pretlow and County cure this allocation for my community," in Vietnam. He retired from the Ma- his hat while asleep the night before. Corporation and NYC Small Business Legislator Lyndon Williams and com- said Williams. "The Mount Vernon rines after 30 years. This writer couldn't believe the Services. The seminar is open to the munity leaders who have partnered with Youth Bureau works very hard to pro- When Gallo introduced Kelly, news that legendary scout, George public, and, due to limited space, call- the city to ensure that these programs vide essential youth services on a shoe- Kelly threw in his usual introductory Genovese, 87, is getting a salary cut ahead reservations are required to con- remain accessible to them. string budget. When I was informed monologue by saying, "I had to salute from $18,000 to only $8,000. He's the firm attendance. This seminar comes as These programs are a part of the that contracts for several key programs him because he ranked higher than same guy who signed Bobby Bonds, a follow-up to the mayor's ongoing out- answer that our city has to curb youth had expired and were placed in serious me." Jack Clark, Dave Kingman and Chili reach effort to identify local M/WBEs. violence," said Young. "Our Youth Bu- jeopardy, our community had to come The commissioner's record is Davis. Earlier this year, Mayor Clinton I. reau has worked extremely hard to con- together quickly to take necessary ac- stunning in every way. He has gradu- Scouts traditionally make too Young, Jr. and the Mount Vernon City tinue to expand the amount of programs tion." ating credentials that include a BA, little. It seems the more great signings Council were pleased to announce that available to our young people. We are Pretlow has been a consistent sup- JD, LLM and an MPA. He proudly they have, the less they make. it has taken the initial steps in the de- investing and will continue to invest in porter of the city's Youth Employment announced to the packed crowd that Perhaps you can understand why velopment of its Minority and Women- our children here in Mount Vernon." program held both in the summer and crime is down to its lowest level in Owned Business Development (M/ The programs highlighted during throughout the school year. Genovese took such a cut. You have WBD) program. The program is de- this event include, but are not limited "I cannot emphasize enough how NYC since 1961. He talked about the to start somewhere. signed to ensure minority and women- to, the after-school employment ini- important it is to gain work experience New York City Police Department Major League Baseball expenses owned firms a fair share of opportunity tiatives as well as two pilot programs growing up," said Pretlow. "I have been now having 20,000 computers, aiding are running over a billion bucks, so in the redevelopment of Mount Vernon. which the Mount Vernon Youth Bureau a proud advocate and funding source as a great deterrent against crime. demoting the scouts' salary and ex- The M/WBD program is com- developed this fall — the Law Acad- for youth employment initiatives for as The commissioner was proud of penses apparently is making a dent. mitted to achieving Young's vision for emy and Girls Embracing Maturity long as I've been in the Assembly. This the many police officers, under his After all, the players must eat. increasing opportunity for the City of (GEM) program. The GEM program is a great day for me because it shows guidance, who are stationed over- What's fair is fair. Meal money must Mount Vernon's M/WBEs in the city's was designed to service females in A.B. me that these opportunities mean so seas as well. The subways are safer remain a priority or the Players Asso- database and those yet to be certified. Davis Middle School during in-school much to you, the young people of our than ever, even with the city's one ciation would threaten another strike. A reservation form for the seminar is and after-school hours and weekends. community." available on the City of Mount Vernon's The GEM program is the female ver- For more information regarding af- Web site at www.cmvny.com. Fax or e- sion of the bureau's highly effective "all ter-school programs, contact the Mount Pelham Art Center Announces mail the form to confirm your participa- tion at 914-699-1435 (fax) or mwbe@ male" Step Up program which targets African American males who are at risk Vernon Youth Bureau at 914-665-2344. For more news about the City of Open Call for Artwork ci.mount- vernon.ny.us (e-mail). Inter- ested parties can call 914-699-7230, ext. of juvenile delinquency and aggressive behaviors. Mount Vernon, visit www.CMVNY. com. 110 if additional information is needed. "The Mount Vernon Youth Bureau The Pelham Art Center is pleased music festival planned by local artists Young and Mount Vernon Youth has a plethora of services that are pri- to announce a call for entries for a ju- and area residents and funded by the ried, group exhibition entitled "Birth- Junior League of Pelham. In May day!," planned to simultaneously cele- brate the art center's 25th anniversary 1970, the first Pelham Art Happening was presented at Pelham Memorial Local Author to Speak at its present location on Fifth Avenue in downtown Pelham and the 40th an- High School. Events included visual arts exhibits, musical performances at Mt. Vernon Public Library niversary of its first event, The Pel- and art workshops. The Art Happen- Local author Malika Reese Mac- their experiences with the men in their Maccabee, a Chicago native who ham Art Happening. Artists 19 years ing was held until 1976, when the Pel- cabee will appear at the Mount Vernon lives have more in common than they is married with two children, has toured and older who live in the tri-state area ham Art Center began to operate year Public Library on Tuesday, December thought. "Stages," the first installment throughout the East Coast as a spoken are invited to submit artwork to be ex- round and rented a storefront on the 8, at 6 p.m. to discuss her novel "Stag- of a trilogy, chronicles the meeting of word artist, motivational speaker and hibited in a group show on the theme main street of Pelham. Since 1985, it es." The program is free and open to a group of ethnically diverse women at facilitator for Sister Circles. She appears of birthday. All media are eligible has owned and occupied its present lo- the public. Copies of "Stages" will be a global women's conference. Through at the Mount Vernon Public Library as and one $1,000 Juror's Prize will be cation, a renovated 5,000-square-foot available to purchase at the event for cultural, racial and ethnic barriers, the part of the Local Authors Series. awarded. Funding for the prize will building that was originally a CitiSer- $14.95 each. women try to find meaning in the com- The Mount Vernon Public Library be provided by McClellan Sotheby's vices gas and auto service station. In her first published book, the plexities of being wives and mothers. In is located at 28 South First Ave., and is International Realty. A vibrant and active regional fo- Mount Vernon author gives a compel- discovering their experiences with their open seven days a week. Call 914-668- ling account of friendship and sisterhood husbands and lovers were not unique, 1840 or visit www.mount vernonpubli- The jury is comprised of mem- cal point for the arts, the Pelham Art developed through personal growth they form a bond of sisterhood and vow clibrary.org for hours and information. bers of the art center's Gallery Ad- Center is widely recognized for its and understanding when women find solidarity. visory Committee who are artists, art many free public programs, a relevant historians and curators. The exhibit and varied exhibition program, a large will be held from May 7 through June selection of affordable classes for all 26, 2010, and submissions will be ages and all abilities and art outreach accepted through February 5, 2010. programs serving people who experi- There is a $20 fee to submit up to ence barriers to participating in art ac- three images of artwork. For a copy of tivities. More than 15,000 people are the prospectus and submission guide- served each year by the programs. lines, visit www.pelhamartcenter.org. The Pelham Art Center is located The Pelham Art Center was con- at 155 Fifth Ave. in Pelham. For more ceived in 1969 as the Pelham Art Hap- information, call 914-738-2525 or e- pening, a two-day, town-wide art and mail firstname.lastname@example.com. News from Village Lutheran Church and Chapel School Prayer services are currently be- fee House stage. The Coffee House ing held regularly on the last Satur- opens at 7 p.m. with Green Mountain day of the month at Village Lutheran Flavored Coffees and pastries. The Church (VLC). Beginning at 6:30 concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and the p.m. (following the regular Saturday cost is $5 per person and $2 for chil- service), these brief moments for dren ages 5 to 12. A love offering will meditation and prayer offer personal be taken to offset expenses. prayers at the altar and the ancient tra- Join the VLC for its German dition of anointing with oil. The next Christmas Service on Sunday, De- prayer service will be held on Satur- cember 13, at 4 p.m. day, December 26, at 6:30 p.m. The VLC is located at 172 White In addition, the VLC will host the Plains Rd. in Bronxville. For more in- Good News Christian Coffee House formation call 914-337-0207 or visit AGLOW WITH THE on Saturday, December 12, as Ser- www.vlc-ny.org. vants of the Shepherd takes the Cof- HOLIDAY SPIRIT * Purchase Dance Corps' Production of 'Nutcracker '09' this Weekend! Cross County Shopping Center is bringing the holiday spirit to life with a spectacular light and music show at our new 40 foot tall Christmas tree. "Nutcracker '09," a traditional while performing as principal dancers Watch each night as we light up the center with holiday wonder. version of Tchaikovsky's holiday with the San Francisco Ballet. They Shows begin at 5pm and take place every half hour after. classic, will be presented by the Pur- returned to the east coast and joined chase Dance Corps at the Purchase the Pennsylvania Ballet as principal Visit crosscountyshoppingcenter.com for full details. College Performing Arts Center on dancers in 2004. Zachary proposed to December 4, 5 and 6. More than 200 Julie on stage after a performance of * area children will participate in this Romeo and Juliet. elaborately staged production. Another attraction of the dance Rediscover Cross County Shopping Center. Tickets cost $52.50, $42.50 and corp production will be live perfor- $27.50. To order, call the box office mances of Tchaikovsky's score by the at 914-251-6200 or visit www.artscen Purchase Symphony Orchestra, led by ter.org. Performance times are Friday, Michael Adelson, the orchestra's new December 4, at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday, conductor. He is a composer, writer December 5, at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sun- and educator on the conducting staff day, December 6, at 1 and 5 p.m. of the New York Philharmonic. This year's guest artists, Julie The starring role of Clara will MACY'S, SEARS, OLD NAVY AND MORE THAN 100 SPECIALTY STORES AND SERVICES LOCATED AT THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY (I-87) AND Diana and Zachary Hench, principal be shared by three young women — THE CROSS COUNTY PARKWAY IN YONKERS. | 914.968.9570 dancers from the Pennsylvania Bal- Sarah Better and Lily Cosgrove of CROSSCOUNTYSHOPPINGCENTER.COM let, star in the roles of the Sugar Plum Greenwich, Conn. and Veronica Org- Fairy and her Cavalier. The couple met era of Rye. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - PAGE 5 Cold Weather Tips: Save Energy. Save Money. Stay Warm. Conservation is a smart energy strategy year round. 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Her vote was not only a vote to provide health insurance to the millions of Americans who currently live without health coverage and services, but also a vote to support some 22,100 local small businesses in the 18th Congressional District who will receive tax credits to provide coverage to their employees; 53,000 uninsured individuals in our area who will gain access to high-quality, affordable health insurance; question: 8,800 seniors in our area who will avoid the "donut hole" in Medicare Part D; I'm 56 and have been playing golf for over 40 years. I can hit a wood well but cannot close the face con- and 460 families in her district that will escape bankruptcy due to unaffordable sistently with my irons. I need help. health care costs. – anonymous, Yonkers This is also good news for our local health care providers, who will receive payment for $147 million in uncompensated care each year. Considering the dismal state of health care in this country, we cannot af- answer: from Westchester Golf Range ford to stand back and watch health care costs continue to soar; we cannot af- ford to let one more family lose health insurance; and we cannot afford to allow …Both the fairway wood and the iron are square, a conscious effort to keep the club head square as long one more person to go untreated for any health condition. perpendicular to the intended line of flight. The reason as possible though impact. In short, if the door is closed Thank you, Congresswoman Lowey, for recognizing the dire need for the wood is square at impact, while the iron is not, is (square) in the beginning, don't open it on the way back. change. usually because the wood's face never opens, or the Then it will be closed (square) when you return. length of the iron affects the face to be open at impact Best of luck with your golf swing. Sincerely, by either movement of your body or hands. Regardless, Karen Magee, Secretary-Treasurer my recommendation is to the keep the face of the club Westchester Golf Range is located in White Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body, AFL-CIO still (square) on both irons and woods. Check the angle Plains. of the iron on the backswing; I prefer it being 45-70 Learn more about this expert business at www. Dear Editor: degrees versus 90 degrees or straight up. Then, make zoomnia.com/WestchesterGolfRange Horses for courses, on December 8, the voters of the Eastchester Fire Dis- trict will have a very important decision to make! At stake will be the posi- tion of fire commissioner. I strongly urge voters to re-elect Commissioner Ray question: O'Hare. I have MS and each morning and night in bed when I lay down, I get pain and discomfort in my feet. The Ray's, qualifications, pedigree and history with the town and the fire de- relief I get is for my feet to be rubbed, squeezed, massaged and the small toes to be bent back. ...Once my feet partment clearly make him the only candidate for the job. No Johnny come are squeezed and rubbed, I feel the nerve pinched and the feeling/pinching go up to my calf. Would massage lately, Ray was born and raised in this town, and has played an intricate role in therapy help that? My neurologist, an MS specialist, cannot specify any treatment. Can you help me please? its makeup! All one has to do is take a quick look back. – anonymous, Yonkers Twenty-nine years as a professional fire fighter plus 11 more as a volun- teer; with this posted on his resume, Ray could have taken the easy way out. answer: The easy way would have been to bow out and retire into the sunshine. Ray, from Acupuncture Always at Saw Mill Club however, chose to stick around and try and make things better! It sounds as if the increased blood flow brought The combination treatment of both acupuncture and The past 10 years on the Fire Board is evidence of that. When the bell to your feet via massage offers you some relief. This Chinese massage offers a more lasting relief that may rings for the personnel of the Eastchester Fire Department, it is imperative that is often the case with patients who have varying forms be worth trying. Also, there are other types of treatment they have the proper support behind them. Ray's expertise and knowledge will of peripheral neuropathy. I have found the combination modalities that are a part of the scope of Oriental Medi- help assure just that! This is something that's extremely difficult to put a simple of acupuncture and Chinese massage to be of benefit to cine that you may benefit from. price tag on. patients with symptoms such as yours. Chinese mas- I have an office in New Rochelle for south Undoubtedly the right horse for this course, Stay with Ray to help keep the sage, also known as tui-na, is a vigorous, push-and-pull Westchester patients and would be happy to consult residents safe and the fire department moving in the right direction! type massage that stimulates hundreds of acupuncture with you further. points in the foot to increase blood flow and bring re- Acupuncture Always at Saw Mill Club is locat- Sincerely, lief from foot pain. Acupuncture is the insertion of hair ed in Mount Kisco. Thomas Hague, Eastchester thin needles that open up energetic pathways that are Learn more about this expert business at www. blocked in the body. This blockage contributes to pain. zoomnia. Dear Editor: We are writing to support Ray O'Hare for re-election as Eastchester fire commissioner on December 8. Commissioner O'Hare has given us excellent leadership for 10 years. View your favorite paper online ... log on to risingmediagroup.com For the sake of sound planning and a rational approach to controlling ex- penses, thus minimizing increased costs to the taxpayers, we need to continue with a commissioner who knows the fire protection issues thoroughly, based not only on experience as commissioner but over 30 years as a fire fighter. During his tenure, the board has been able to take maximum advantage of federal support available to improve equipment as well as obtain compensation for many of the emergency protection services provided (for example, recoup- ing overtime payments needed in the flooding a few years ago from FEMA). In these difficult times of shrinking financial resources along with height- ened concern for public safety, residents can ill afford to elect anyone other than a seasoned, experienced leader for fire commissioner. Sincerely, Jim and Lucy Mitchell, Eastchester New York State Is Failing 7.95 Its SUNY Schools By Phillip H. Smith It's the time of the year when stu- with fewer full-time faculty to teach an influx of additional students. In the % dents attending the State University of past 15 years, the student population New York will be heading home for has risen by nearly 12 percent, while the holidays to be with their families. the ranks of full-time faculty have While parents will be expecting good dwindled by 11 percent. grades from their sons and daughters, And how about families that the financial grade of the state univer- are hoping to send their children to sity they attend suffers by compari- SUNY? son. Families that are looking for an SUNY is failing, under the affordable and quality higher educa- weight of a massive $410 million in tion? Tens of thousands of New York state budget cuts in 18 months. That families who can't afford private col- includes the $90 million midyear re- lege tuitions are looking to enroll their duction ordered by the governor in children in SUNY. The result: stiffer October. The $410 million represents competition for admission, meaning 17 percent of the university's operat- thousands of qualified students will ing budget. find the doors to SUNY are closed. Students will have a lot more on The state is abdicating its respon- their minds this holiday besides their sibility for sustaining SUNY. In 1990, grades. Their studies are being af- the state provided 75 percent of SU- fected by state budget cuts. Some will NY's operating budget. Now, nearly be telling their parents that the cours- 20 years later, as the result of the lat- es they wanted to take in the spring est $90 million budget cut, students — including some that are required are, for the first time, financing more for them to graduate — are not be- than half of the university's operating ing offered or are full. That raises the budget. grim prospect for parents of a delayed We all know the state is facing graduation, which would mean they'd a serious budget deficit, but we also be paying for another year — maybe know that the actions taken today will even more — for their children to at- have repercussions for tomorrow. We tend SUNY. New York families are cannot sacrifice the future of New already struggling to pay their bills in York's workforce, who will power the midst of an economic slowdown. our economy, by denying them ac- Paying for another year of college is cess to the skills they will need to be the last thing they need. gainfully employed. If we continue If your child attends SUNY, ask making the wrong choice by further him or her these five questions: cutting SUNY, we're not solving New Are you in danger of not gradu- York's financial crisis. We'd be pro- ating on time? longing it. Were you able to register for Whether you're the parent of a the courses you need next semester? SUNY student or not, we urgently ask Are your classes larger? for your help to protect SUNY. Please Can you meet with your profes- visit our Web site at www.uupinfo.org sors and advisors, or are they swamped where you can send a message to the * With approved credit. Not all members will qualify. Rates may be higher based on by SUNY's surging enrollment? governor and your state lawmakers to Are they getting the quality reverse the $90 million cut and pro- applicant's creditworthiness. Requires direct deposit or automatic payroll deduction education you expected? tect the university from further budget as method of repayment. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will increase during SUNY recently reported the big- reductions. the term of this transaction if you discontinue payment through payroll deduction or gest enrollment increase in its history. You'll be glad you did. direct deposit. Your payments will consist of 60 monthly payments of $20.26 on each The number of students at SUNY's About the author: Phillip Smith is $1,000 borrowed at 7.95% APR. Higher loan amounts available over $15,001 at just four-year state-operated campuses in- president of United University Profes- 9.45% APR for up to 60 months. 60 monthly payments of $20.99 on each $1,000 creased by 3,711, ballooning to a total sions, the union representing 35,000 of 222,239 students. faculty and professional staff at SU- borrowed at 9.45% APR. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. At the same time, SUNY is left NY's 29 state-operated campuses. Certain restrictions apply. Membership is required. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - PAGE 7 Seniors and Health Care SOCIAL SECURITY COLUMN Phelps Senior VP Appointed Financial Planning for the Under 35 Crowd to N.Y. State EMS Council By Susan Sobel, Social Security comfortably. Even with a pension, The insert also includes help- Daniel Blum of Chap- District Manager in Yonkers you will still need to save. If you will ful links to outside Web sites that paqua, who joined Phelps Financial planning is not just for not have a private pension, you will can help you. For example, you can Memorial Hospital Center people nearing retirement. In fact, it's need to save more — and start saving go to www.mymoney.gov for infor- as a senior vice president in a good idea to begin planning for a sooner. Today's young workers can mation on getting credit, paying for September, was recently ap- comfortable and secure retirement expect to spend 20, 30 or even more education, buying a home, creating pointed for a one-year term to when you're young. years in retirement, so saving is criti- a budget, starting a business as well the New York State Emergen- That's why Social Security has a cal. as financial calculators and planning cy Medical Services Council new financial planning tool especially Want to start planning your fu- tools. Or, visit www.federalreserve. (SEMSCO). for the 25-to-35 crowd. It's a special ture? There are some easy ways to do gov for a worksheet that will help you "This appointment is mailer with information about Social so. Take a look at your Social Security establish a budget to meet your finan- a terrific honor and it's my Security, savings and other items of Statement, which you'll receive in the cial goals. These and other financial desire to support the EMS interest to young workers. If you're mail about two to three months before links on the insert will help you be- agencies who deliver such ex- between the ages of 25 and 35 and your birthday, as well as the helpful come the master of your own financial ceptional service to our com- you work and pay Social Security tax- two-page insert tailored specifically future. munity. Ultimately I intend to es, you'll get this automatically with to workers ages 25 to 35. Don't forget that Social Security assure that the best quality of your next Social Security Statement. Pay close attention to the infor- coverage is not just for retirement, but care is provided to the citizens Social Security is the foundation mation provided, including tips on also for disability and survivors' ben- of the State of New York," said for a secure retirement, but was never saving, getting your employer to help efits in the event that you are unable Blum, who is a certified para- intended to be your only source of in- with matching contributions to retire- to work, or you leave behind a fam- medic. He has been a member Daniel Blum come when you retire. While Social ment plans and how much of a dif- ily that depends on your income when of the New York State EMS Security replaces about 40 percent of ference beginning to save early can you die. Read more about retirement, Council since 2001 and has ancillary services. the average worker's pre-retirement make. There's even a graph showing disability and survivors benefits at been chairman of the Westchester Re- Blum holds a bachelor's degree earnings, most financial advisors say the significant difference saving over www.socialsecurity.gov. gional EMS Council since 2005. in philosophy and a master's degree that you will need 70 percent or more time can make, even if it's just $25 or He has held a number of health in health care administration, both of pre-retirement earnings to live $50 a week. care administrative and executive po- from New York University. He is a sitions. In his current role at Phelps, member of the American College of he is responsible for physician prac- Healthcare Executives and the Medi- Montefiore Recruites Prominent tices, strategic planning and clinical cal Group Management Association. Women's Breast Cancer Surgeon Sarah Neuman Residents Montefiore Medical Center's Department of Surgery has hired an "The new Breast Surgery Divi- sion will greatly enhance our exist- Montgomery and Wiechmann is the improvement of care to the many Help NYC's Homeless internationally prominent female sur- ing, nationally recognized team of women, including minority women, geon to provide specialized care and cancer specialists at the Montefiore- who do not respond to standard breast treatment for women patients with Einstein Center for Cancer Care," cancer hormone therapies such as ta- breast disorders. Leslie L. Montgom- said Michler. The Center for Cancer moxifen and herceptin. ery, MD, joins Montefiore from the Care provides a comprehensive range "Up to 40 percent of African Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer of cancer services, including diag- American women have a type of Center, where she was a noted breast nostic services (mammography, MRI breast cancer, called 'triple nega- Jewish Home surgeon, clinical trial researcher and and ultrasound), surgical treatments, tive,' which infrequently responds to Lifecare/Sarah Neuman Center director of the breast surgery fellow- radiation therapy, chemotherapy and standard hormone therapy for breast residents make ship program. Montgomery has been hormone therapy. cancer," said Montgomery. "Treat- peanut butter and appointed chief of a new Breast Sur- Joining the breast surgery team is ment for these women is now limited jelly sandwiches gery Division completely focused and Lisa S. Wiechmann, MD, who com- to chemotherapy and we are explor- for New York City's dedicated to women's health. pleted a fellowship in breast surgical ing newer options for these women homeless. "Dr. Montgomery brings with oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering through clinical research." her a wealth of experience and leader- Cancer Center. Wiechmann's interests Wiechmann's clinical research ship that will enable us to expand our include the optimization of multidis- interests include the psychosocial as- A group of 14 residents and sever- sandwiches and clothing donations. commitment to all women, providing ciplinary care focused on providing pects of breast cancer, and the genetic al staff members at Jewish Home Lif- According to Struss, the van made comprehensive surgical treatment for women with a clear understanding of and familial predisposition to breast ecare/Sarah Neuman Center recently several scheduled stops and the home- benign and malignant breast diseases every treatment option. Montgomery cancer. These studies seek to iden- met in the pavilion's recreation room, less knew the time and place when the throughout the New York region," and Wiechmann have been appointed tify women at risk in order to provide equipped with a kitchen, to make sev- van would arrive at the pre-arranged said Robert Michler, MD, surgeon in to the faculty of the Albert Einstein them with early treatment. eral dozen peanut butter sandwiches destinations. The men, women and chief, professor and chairman, of the College of Medicine. For more information, visit www. to deliver to New York City's home- sometimes children, line up for the departments of Surgery and Cardio- Among the important areas of montefiore.org or www.montekids. less population. donations, generally requested at the thoracic Surgery at Montefiore. research and treatment that interest org. The residents and staff also do- previous week's stopover. nated socks, underwear and clothes Struss said the project began as part of a project organized by Mid- when one of the residents "wanted to Managing Diabetes While Holiday Shopping night Run, a consortium of more than 150 churches, synagogues and schools do something outside the community to help other people. So we came up in the Metropolitan New York area dis- this idea and the residents were de- With the holidays quickly ap- you avoid setting it down at a cash for friends or family members that tributing clothing, blankets, toiletries lighted and excited to be a part of as- proaching, millions of Americans are register and accidentally leaving it also have diabetes, shop for gifts and and food to the homeless. Recreation sisting those less fortunate." preparing for the holiday "shop 'til behind. for yourself at the same time. On- therapist Victoria Struss and commu- "Helping people who are down you drop" season. But for the 24 mil- 2. Arm yourself to battle lows. line diabetes suppliers and pharma- nity coordinator Lori Grossman also and out is an amazing feeling and our lion Americans living with diabetes, In addition to diabetes testing sup- cies like Diabetic Express, at www. manned the Midnight Run van that residents are thrilled to join in this it is critical to plan beyond getting the plies and medications, pack several DiabeticExpress.com, sell items that journeyed into the city to distribute the community-wide effort," said Struss. best sale to ensure diabetes doesn't healthy snacks that are proven to make great holiday gifts, including interfere with holiday shopping. quickly battle low blood glucose lev- fashion-forward diabetes supply cas- Marc Wolf, registered pharma- els. If you feel a low coming on while es and the latest meters. cist and CEO of Diabetic Care Ser- in a store that does not allow food or 6. Relax. 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Auerbach spoke to the children about the importance of oral health and how they can main- tain their teeth. He explained what he does as a dentist and answered the children's many questions. In addition, Auerbach explained why dentists wear masks and gloves and why certain instruments are used to do a cleaning. Auerbach used a model to show the parts of the tooth and how to do a proper cleaning at home. The children watched the educational video, "The Adventures of Wig- gly Tooth," which provoked an animated question-and-answer period. Each child re- ceived a goody bag of dental products pro- vided by Guerrino Dentistry & Associates. If your school or group would like a visit from a staff member of Guerrino Dentistry & Associates, please contact, one of their three Westchester office locations — Mt. Vernon at 914-699-6568, Scarsdale at 914-722-6500 or Armonk at 914-765-0093. PAGE 8 - WESTCHESTER'S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 'Historic Photos of The Hudson Line' By Sue Ann Witt such as Otis Elevator and Alexander By Joel J. Sprayregen "Historic Photos of The Hudson Smith and Sons Carpet Company, the Line" tells the story, through pictures Park Hill section of Yonkers, a class- and captions, of the Hudson River Line and its impact on the people, room at Saunders; the Dobbs Ferry railroad station; Washington Irving's A Human Rights Organization places and events of this region. The text and captions are by Henry John Sunnyside; Peekskill Hollow; Hudson Brickworks at Kingston; Mullaly Park Attacks the First Amendment Steiner, a historian who was raised in in the Highbridge area of the Bronx; Tarrytown and has been a Sleepy Hol- the First Avenue Elevated Railroad; — Why the ADL Became a Partisan Mouthpiece low resident for many years. He is the Saint Peter's Episcopal Church in the municipal historian of Sleepy Hollow Bronx; Riverside Church; University and a board member of the Historical Heights Bridge; West Farms; Spuyten Society Serving Sleepy Hollow and Duyvil; Yankee Stadium; the Rip Van Tarrytown. Winkle Bridge; the State Capitol at The book is a photographic Albany; and so much more. journey including the history of the The book is divided into four Hudson River Line, the development periods of time: "Lost Tranquillity of towns, villages and cities along and a Changing Shoreline" (1853- the way and the opportunities af- 1899); "Civic Pride and Civic Proj- forded to its residents and merchants ects" (1900-1920); "Through Roaring by the river and the railroad. There Times and Ruined" (1921-1940); and are books that will detail the history "The War Years and Post War Era" of the Hudson, but "Historic Photos (1941-1960s). Many photographs of The Hudson Line" is different. It from each era contain landmarks eas- takes the reader, by means of almost ily recognized, despite changes in the 200 pages of photographs, from the surrounding neighborhoods. Sadly, 1800s to the 1960s. Page after page of some buildings no longer exist, hav- brief but concise captions provide the ing been altered or moved, but the reader with the history of landmark original structures are preserved in buildings, bridges, towns, villages these striking black and white photo- Joel Sprayregen (left) and Abraham Foxman, in happier times in front of the Presidential Palace and cities, how they developed and graphs. in Buenos Aires, Argentina, after meeting with President Carlos Menem grew, their connection to New York This is a wonderful coffee-table City — financially, politically and book, and a gift that all New Yorkers The peroration of my successful ar- "Had ADL issued a report years who love this country to sound off. And commercially — and the impact they will smile their way through. Pub- gument in my dream lawsuit — combing ago that began by accusing Democrats in the age of the blogosphere, everyone have had on our historic region. lished by Turner Publishing Compa- defense of free speech with advocacy of creating resentment against Bush with a laptop can be his own Thomas Visit Herrick's Castle in Tarry- ny, in Nashville, Tenn., it is available for Soviet Jews — before the infamous and then linked opposition to the GOP Paine. Or Pain. town; the Garrison Hotel where Bene- at local retailers, Amazon.com and Federal Judge Julius Hoffman went like to extremists who supported Hamas or Sadly, there are explanations more dict Arnold resided; the City of Yon- TurnerPublishing.com. this: "And if the First Amendment pro- denied al-Qaeda's role in 9/11, Demo- embarrassing than ignorance of his- kers, home to manufacturing plants tects the right of an American citizen crats would have rightly cried foul. That tory (steeped by supercilious New York to enter a courthouse wearing a jacket never happened. By choosing to frame political bias) to explain why ADL that says 'F__k the draft' — as the Su- its reports so as to associate all those stumbled so egregiously. As observed NAI Friedland Realty preme Court held in Cohen v. California — then it surely protects rights of these who oppose Obama's policies with the far right, ADL has stepped over a line by many, including myself, who have left the organization, ADL has declined Announces Walgreens young people to enter a museum on pub- lic property wearing t-shirts which pro- that a nonpartisan group should never cross (emphasis supplied)." into an autocracy where no opinion counts other than that of its long-time Expansion in Westchester claim, 'Save Soviet Jews.'" Realization that political debate in a free society is often raucous accompanied my journey Feisty Jerusalem Post Editor Caro- lyn Glick likewise noted that ADL's de- crying only anti-Obama expression "is National Director Abraham Foxman, whom the New York Times described as "a one-man Sanhedrin for life." When NAI Friedland Realty has re- 15,000-square-foot range. from work as an ACLU staff attorney strange given that ADL never put out a Foxman hatches a crackpot idea like the ported that Walgreens has entered two "Walgreens had wanted to in- to becoming national vice-chair of the report against parallel anti-Bush move- "Rage Report," no one can restrain him. then-respected Anti-Defamation League ments." In condemning only conserva- Foxman is driven to justify his half- prime retail markets in Westchester crease its footprint in Yonkers, and (ADL), a journey inspired in significant tive sentiment as unprecedented, ADL million-dollar plus salary (unmatched County — Central Park Avenue in the South Broadway district is a very part by "refuseniks" — met during an overlooks evidence stored in its massive in virtually any other Jewish organiza- Scarsdale and South Broadway in desirable, high-traffic retail area," ACLU "mission" to the USSR — who files (twice in recent years, ADL has paid tion, including far larger agencies with Yonkers. The national pharmacy re- Williams said. "Walgreens was also were consigned to the Gulag because damages for unlawful surveillance). Is more complex mandates, enhanced by tailer has signed leases to build two seeking to enter the Central Avenue there was no First Amendment to pro- ADL blissfully unaware, for example, imperial perks including a retinue of new stores at those respective loca- market, which is the number one tect them. that Jon Stewart called President Bush bodyguards and drivers). Foxman un- tions. Both transactions were bro- shopping destination in Westchester You can thus understand the con- "a jackass who talks like he's four" derstands that ADL has been eclipsed kered by John Williams, executive County." sternation, not only mine, which greeted while comparing him to a "drug mule" by the American Jewish Committee in vice president and retail director at The retailer already operates two ADL's hyped "report" declaring that or that rage against President Reagan human rights and inter-religious affairs, NAI Friedland Realty in Yonkers. locations in Yonkers at 1046 Yonkers "rage" expressed against President led to an assassination attempt? Even American Israel Public Affairs Com- Walgreens signed a lease in ex- Ave. and at 1230 Nepperhan Ave. Ex- Obama is un-American. These tidbits freshmen can quote the intensity of rage mittee (AIPAC) in Israel advocacy, and cess of 25 years with Mclean-Jomo isting stores near its planned Central reveal the flavor of ADL's declaration: against our presidential giants. Herbert Federations in defense work. To gener- Realty for the former Foodtown prop- Avenue location are at 370 White "Since the election of Barack Obama, Hoover accused Franklin Roosevelt of ate publicity for himself, he launches erty on South Broadway in Yonkers. Plains Rd. in Eastchester and at 210 a current of anti-government hostility establishing fascism. The Chicago Tri- (and then summarily drops) foolish Walgreens also inked a lease agree- Westchester Ave. in White Plains. has swept across the U.S. [creating] a bune editorialized that President Tru- initiatives, such as his attack on Chris- ment in excess of 25 years with 870 "In a time when retail is strug- climate of toxic rage [characterized by] man "must be impeached and convicted tian evangelists, Israel's most consistent CPA Realty for the new store location gling, these two transactions are wel- shared belief that Obama poses a threat [for acts] which have shown him to be supporters, and bestowing praise cum at 870 Central Park Ave. in Scarsdale, come good news for the Westchester to the future of the U.S. [with] an in- unfit morally and mentally." awards on Turkey's prime minister, who which, until earlier this year, was County economy," Williams noted. tense strain of anti-government distrust More fundamentally, ADL misses endlessly incites anti-Semitism. home to the Montparnasse Restau- "They involve multi-million-dollar and anger." the significance of supine pro-Obama Perhaps there's a simpler, if less rant. investments by a national retailer that ADL's perfervidly purple prose bias in most of the media, which clearly kindly reason, for this debacle. Foxman, Both new stores will be developed will create jobs both during construc- belied abysmal ignorance of American felt that shiver running up its collective like Obama, has expertise in confer- political traditions. Thomas Jefferson legs. Dan Rather insisted on his right ring and receiving undeserved awards. by Marc Steinberg, of Mark Develop- tion and upon the store openings." — savaged by the press in his day — to smear Bush with false documents! Obama gave the Presidential Medal of ment in New York City. Construction Williams added, "Walgreens con- believed that the purpose of the press ADL is not troubled by the partisanship Freedom to ex-Irish President Mary is expected to begin in earnest soon, tinues to look to expand in and around (which he said was more important of MS-NBC. It is scandalous, for ex- Robinson, seen by many as anti-Ameri- with store openings planned for mid- Westchester County." than government) is to express distrust ample, that the press has not uncovered can and anti-Semitic. I suspect Foxman 2010. Walgreens typically builds of officialdom. Justice Holmes warned what Obama wrote and read while in believes Obama will reward him simi- stores in the 10,000-square-foot to that "We should be eternally vigilant law school and college, and minimized larly for trying to shield the Administra- against attempts to check expression of the influence of Obama's ("G-d damn tion from criticism. It is equally likely opinions that we loathe and believe to America") rageful pastor. The failure of that history will judge Foxman harshly Notice of formation of Wil- be fraught with death." Justice Harlan mainline media to scrutinize Obama and for turning a human rights agency into a liam Ivey Long Studios Connolly Property Ser- the Second observed that "One man's his mentors incentivizes many people partisan mouthpiece. LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with vices, LLC filed Articles of vulgarity is another's lyric." Justice the Sec. of State of NY Organization on 10-07-09 Douglas wrote that free speech "serves (SSNY) 10/23/09. Office whose purpose is any law- best its high purpose when it induces a location: Westchester Co. ful activity, whose office is in condition of unrest, creates dissatisfac- SSNY designated as agent Westchester County, des- tion with conditions as they are, or even of LLC upon whom process ignates secretary of state stirs people to anger." Understanding against it may be served to be agent upon whom our constitutional patrimony, most of and shall mail process to: process against it may be the press greeted ADL's broadside with Marino & Associates, P.C., served. Copy of process is a massive yawn (e.g., New York Times: 30 Glenn St., Suite 307, to be mailed to 330 Theall "Group Finds More Anti-Government White Plains, NY 10603. Rd, Rye, NY 10580. Sentiment"). Several commentators Purpose: Any lawful busi- #6084 10/23-11/27 recognized ADL's naked partisanship, ness. e.g., Jonathan Tobin, exec editor of #6090 11/13/-12/18 Commentary: Christmas presents More fun by or Christmas presence? the busload. RETHINK CHURCH ONLY 10thousanddoors.org $ 25 Round trips to Mohegan Sun Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors. 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The Village-wide Winter Festival from range of bargain gifts; from 10 am Ongoing - ArtsWestchester - 11:15 am, for grades K-6; 12/12 fall prevention program and screen- 2-5 pm when parts of Palmer and to 5 pm at Thomas H. Slater Center, Exhibition: "Inspired by Heritage," Steve Songs, cost is $18 for adults, ing begin at 6 pm and refreshments Larchmont avenues will be closed located at 2 Fisher Court in White on view in the Rotunda at Mount $13 for children, at 11 am, ages 2+; will be served. For more informa- and turned into pedestrian malls. Plains (at the corner of MLK Bou- Vernon Public Library, located at 12/12 Danny Aiello, at 8 pm, cost tion, call 866-374-0007. To learn There will be something for the levard and Quarropas Street). For 28 South First Ave. in Mount Ver- is $60 or $90 for a special package about Danbury Hospital commu- whole family: live reindeer and more information, call 949-6555 or non, through 1/15/10. Exhibition: that includes premium seating and nity health and wellness programs cupcake and gingerbread decorat- e-mail info@mlkwestchester. "Spheres" through 1/16/10; Milonga reception with Danny Aiello; 12/19 and services, visit www.danbury- ing for the children, caroling and December 12 - St. Paul's Del Arte, an Evening of Argentine Get Back! Cast of Beatlemania, at 8 hospital.org. restaurant and store specials for all Church National Historic Site Tango, on December 4, at 7 pm; for pm, cost is $55; 12/26 and 27, Pa- December 13 - An Anusara to enjoy. Free parking is available at - A special performance by the ac- tickets, call 428-4220, ext. 223 or per Bag Players, at 11 am and 1:30 Workshop - Align with the Devine the Larchmont train station. claimed Bronx Opera Company buy online at www.artswestchester. pm, cost is $18 for adults, $13 for with Osi Mizrahi, from 12 to 3 pm; December 6 - Eastchester helps to welcome the holiday sea- org. ArtsWestchester is located at 31 children, ages 2+; located at 153 RSVP at yoga@bedfordpostinn. Arts Council - and ArtsWestchester son at 2 pm. The program features Mamaroneck Ave. in White Plains. Library Ln. in Mamaroneck; infor- com (space is limited); The Yoga present a Holiday Music Program selections from classic operas as Through December 6 - The mation: 698-3045, ext. 117; www. Loft is located at the Bedford Post from France, Germany and other well as performances and a sing- Schoolhouse - art works of Yonkers emelin.org. Inn. countries, featuring an instrumental along of traditional seasonal carols resident, Biagio (Gino) Civale will December - The Random and vocal presentation by the Fei- and favorites. The site is open from remain at The Schoolhouse through Farms Kids Theater - will present HOLIDAY EVENTS gin Duo and others. The program 12 to 4 pm, with tours of the histor- Sunday, December 6. Paintings and the new musical "13" at The Tar- December 5, 6 - Fly Creek will be held at 1 pm at the Neu- ic church, burial yard and museum mixed media, watercolors, wood- rytown Music Hall, located at 13 Cider Mill & Orchard - Gift Bas- berger Museum Gallery at SUNY offered before and after the opera. cuts and serigraphs will be on dis- Main St. in Tarrytown, December keting Workshop on December 5 Purchase, located at 735 Anderson Parking and admission are free; re- play. The exhibit will remain open 18-20. This will be one of the first and 6: fifth annual Gift Basketing Hill Rd. in Eastchester. Admission freshments will be served; located from 10 am to 2 pm on Monday local productions of the musical, Workshop, from 10 am until 2 pm; is free of charge. at 897 South Columbus Ave. in Mt. and Friday; from 10 am to 4 pm on which ran on Broadway last year mill gift basket experts will be on December 6 - Northeast Jew- Vernon; information: 667-4116 and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs- and featured an all-teen cast and hand to provide their skills in cre- ish Center - presents a Chanukah www.nps.gov/sapa. day and during performance times band. The rock score will be per- ating a memorable gift. Workshop Festival, from 1-5 pm featuring December 13 - 36th Annual in the theater of "It's A Wonder- formed in Tarrytown by members of participants — basketeers — are holiday activities, entertainment Merry Tuba Christmas - Hun- ful Life" on Friday and Saturday, The Edge, RFKT on 12/18 at 8 pm, encouraged to bring their own bas- and food for children and adults, dreds of tenor and bass tuba players December 4 and 5, from 6:30 to 9 Saturday, 12/19 at 1 and 8 pm, and ket or box to the mill and then select music, dance, face painting, Cha- will congregate on the rink at Rock- pm and from 2 to 5 pm on Sunday, Sunday, 12/20 at 1 pm. Tickets for items from the mill's wide array of nukah marketplace and comedian efeller Center in New York City December 6. For directions and "13" are $16 (children/seniors) and Pride of New York specialty foods. Dale Grand; the story of Chanukah at 3:30 pm to play Christmas car- more information, the Schoolhouse $18 (adults). To reserve seats, call Basketeers may also bring along will be told at 3:30 pm; the festi- ols and other crowd favorites. The may be reached at 277-8477. The 877-840-0457 or go to www.tarry- items from other local sources so as val is free and open to the public; tubists of all ages will line up under Schoolhouse is located at 3 Owens townmusichall.org. Tickets are also to personalize a regional basket that Northeast Jewish Center is located the great Christmas tree and fill the Rd. in Croton Falls. Information: available at the door. Discounts are will remind someone of home. Was- at 11 Salisbury Rd., off Tuckahoe area with the organ-line sound of www.schoolhousetheater.org. available for groups of 20 or more. sailing Weekends continue through Road in Yonkers; information: 423- low brass. For more information, visit The December 20. The workshop cost is 5009. December 13 - Trinity Pres- DANCE & MUSIC Random Farms Kids Theater's Web limited to only the items purchased December 11 & 20 - Sing We byterian Church's - annual December 10 - Music Con- site at www.randomfarms.com. and registration is not required. If Enchanted - concert: "Madrigals & Christmas concert, "A Westchester servatory - adult recital: A concert December 16 - The Small you cannot attend, you may create Mistletoe: Songs for the Season" at Christmas," will take place on Sun- highlighting the beauty of the tango Town Theatre Company - presents a custom basket on the mill´s online 8 pm at Pleasantville Presbyterian day, December 13, at 4 pm. Snow in a chamber setting; the students "Chinamen," by Michael Frayn, at 8 store at www.shop.flycreekcider- Church, located at 400 Bedford Rd. date is December 20. Concert will will perform original compositions pm, free of charge; at the Hergenhan mill.com/index.htm. After filling in Pleasantville. Suggested donation be held at The School of the Holy and arrangements by the Port Ches- Center in Armonk; call 273-0300 or your cart with your basket items, is $15; students/seniors: $10. For Child, located at 2225 Westchester ter resident Quartero, at 7 pm. Open complete online reservation form; click the "create-your-own bas- more information, call 610-6701. Avenue East in Rye. For directions to all ages free of charge; located at e-mail info@SmallTownTheatre. ket" option from the Gift Baskets December 11, 12 - Tchaik- and further information, visit www. 216 Central Ave. in White Plains. com or visit www.smalltownthe- category and the mill´s gift basket ovsky's "Nutcracker" - comes to trinitychurch.cc. Information: www.musicconserva- atre.com. experts will create a basket to re- life on the stage of New Rochelle December 15 - Mature Jew- tory.org and 761-3900. member. High School on Friday, Decem- ish Connections (45+) - Chanu- December 12 - The Small HEALTH PROGRAMS, December - Larchmont ber 11, at 8 pm, and on Saturday, kah Party - Jewish Family Services Town Theatre Company - The Life SERVICES & SUPPORT Chamber of Commerce - 12/5, December 12, at 2 and 8 pm, with of Greenwich and Mature Jewish and Songs of Elton John, a Jimmy December 7 - Danbury Hos- 12/12 and 12/19 - Old Fashioned Ballet Atlantic's 36th annual per- Connections invite you to A Taste Tate Concert at 8 pm at Whippoor- pital - the public is invited to in- Holiday in Larchmont Village - formance of this classic ballet that of Chanukah from 6 to 8 pm, featur- will Hall in Armonk; $15 per per- teract with physical medicine and Larchmont Village is returning to is sure to captivate children of all ing Chanukah hors d'oeuvres and a son; call 273-0300 or complete on- orthopedic experts from the Center the days of old with free horse- ages. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 wine bar. Cost is $15 per person in line reservation form; e-mail info@ for Advanced Orthopedics at Dan- drawn sleigh rides, candle-lit for seniors and children under 12, advance or $25 per person at the SmallTownTheatre.com; informa- bury Hospital and the Main Street streets, roasted chestnuts, hot choc- and are available for purchase at the door, at The Delamar Greenwich tion: www.smalltowntheatre.com. Physical Rehabilitation Center at olate and elves to delight visitors of door. Group rates are available by Harbor, located at 500 Steamboat 6 pm at Meadow Ridge, located at all ages. Festivities will take place calling 813-3139. Rd. in Greenwich, Conn. The Cah- FILM & PLAYS 100 Redding Rd. in Redding. The throughout the Palmer Avenue and December 12 - Martin Lu- nukah party is a collaboration with December - Emelin Theatre community health and wellness Boston Post Road shopping areas. ther King, Jr. Institute for Non- The Delamar Greenwich Harbor - 12/3 The Really Big Once, at 8 program discusses ways to help you Free parking is available at Larch- violence - will host a Holiday Fam- and Whole Foods Market. RSVP pm, cost is $25; 12/4 Cody Shuler stay healthy through physical activ- mont Train Station; Larchmont Old ily Fun and Shopping Affair in a necessary by December 11 to Ra- & Pine Mountain Railroad with ity, addresses risk factors related to Fashioned Holiday Festival Sun- fun family atmosphere, featuring chelle at 203-622-1881 or rlowen@ Out to Lunch, at 8 pm, cost is $37; falls and osteoporosis and ways to day, December 13, a Larchmont handmade jewelry and dolls, plus a jfsgreenwich.org. Read All About It! 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Harrison Food Emporium 255 Halstead Ave Harrison PAGE 10 - WESTCHESTER'S MOST INFLUENTIAL NEWSPAPERS - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 Home for the Holidays Holiday Open House Event to Benefit the Ronald at Jacob Burns Film Center McDonald House The Media Arts Lab at the Jacob Burns Film Center opens its doors to the public The Ronald McDonald House at The third annual Home for the on Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, lo- Holidays will also feature themed gift 2 p.m., in partnership with Pleasantville's cated at One Woods Rd. in Valhalla, baskets for every occasion, a raffle to Holiday Open House Weekend. Staff will the home-away-from-home for fami- win Radio City Christmas Spectacular be at hand to answer questions about spring lies of critically ill or traumatically tickets, a 50/50 raffle and the chance and summer classes and camps, and free injured children, will host the third to buy an un-stuffed plush animal you 30-minute tours of the facility begin at 11 annual Home for the Holidays ex- can stuff with love and fluff. a.m. and 12 p.m. For more information, call travaganza on Saturday, December 5, Ronald McDonald House Chari- 914-773-7663. from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ties (more information available at Ronald McDonald and some of www.rmhc.org) creates, finds and the Rockettes will attend this year's supports programs that directly im- holiday season kick-off event, where prove the health and wellbeing of At right: The Media Arts Lab a cast of talented local children will children. at the Jacob Burns Film Center perform musical numbers throughout From 2005-2008, the Ronald the day to benefit The Ronald Mc- McDonald Family Room was located Photo by David Lamb Photography Donald House at Maria Fareri Chil- within the Maria Fareri Children's dren's Hospital at Westchester Medi- Hospital. Plans are to build a new 12- cal Center. Ronald McDonald will make a bedroom house on the grounds of the hospital. The proposed Ronald Mc- Trinity Presbyterian Church special appearance from 1 to 3 p.m., and the Rockettes will appear from Donald House can serve almost triple the number of families served before, Presents Annual Christmas Concert 5 to 7 p.m. There will be musical while providing additional programs "A Westchester Christmas," violinist with the Orpheus Chamber homily. Childcare for toddlers and in- numbers by young people from East- for those families during their stay. Trinity Presbyterian Church's annual Orchestra; Lawrence Dutton, violist fants, and a craft program for school- chester, Harrison, Yonkers and other For more information, visit www. Christmas concert, will take place on with the Emerson String Quartet; and aged children will be provided. Westchester cities and towns through- ronaldmcdonaldfamilyroom.com. Sunday, December 13, at 4 p.m. The Ann Schein, world-renowned concert The concert will be held at The out the day. snow date is December 20. pianist. School of the Holy Child, located at In addition to a string orches- Traditional Christmas music, 2225 Westchester Ave. East in Rye. WBT Presents tra, performers include Metropolitan Opera bass soloist James Courtney; jazz, pop and classical music will be performed, and there will be congre- For directions and further informa- tion, visit Trinity's Web site at www. 'The Christmas Voyager' Grammy-Award winning jazz bassist John Patitucci; Richard Rood, leading gational singing of carols. The Rev- erend Dr. Craig R. Higgins will give a trinitychurch.cc. There is no admis- sion fee. Westchester Broadway Theater (WBT) is pleased to present the de- wards, Jayson Elliott, Stacia Fer- nandez, Jonathan Stahl and Karen 'The Nutcracker' Ballet Performed at New Rochelle HS lightful holiday musical adventure, Zondag. "The Christmas Voyager," by Bob "The Christmas Voyager" was Fitzimmons, in a true celebration of written by Robert Fitzsimmons and the season, now through December Kathy Wheeler and musical arrange- The magic of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" 27. All the splendor of Christmas is ments are by Steven Silverstein. Fitz- comes to life on the stage of New Rochelle High brought to life in this magical journey simmons, who passed away in 1992, School on Friday, December 11, at 8 p.m., and on through Yuletides past. wrote "The Christmas Voyager," Saturday, December 12, at 2 and 8 p.m., with Bal- The show features dazzling ef- as well as several other Christmas let Atlantic's 36th annual performance of this classic fects and many favorite Christmas shows, which he directed and pro- ballet that is sure to captivate children of all ages. songs, including "We Need a Little duced at WBT and at An Evening Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for seniors and Christmas," "Holly Jolly Christmas," Dinner Theatre. He was a gifted play- children under 12, available for purchase at the door. "Silver Bells," "It's Beginning to wright of Children's Theatre and an Group rates are available by calling 914-813-3139. Look a Lot Like Christmas," "Deck accomplished director. This full-length performance, complete with the Halls," "Santa Claus Is Coming For more information or tick- fanciful Victorian backdrops, a magically expanding to Town," "Let There Be Peace on ets, call 914-592-2222 or visit www. Christmas tree and sumptuous costumes, features an Earth," "We Wish You a Merry Christ- BroadwayTheatre.com. ensemble cast of professionals, local dancers and mas," "Silent Night" and more. WBT is located at 1 Broadway area children. The terrific cast includes Nick Plaza in Elmsford. American Ballet Theatre dancers Nicole Grani- Gaswirth, Ellen Condon, David Ed- ero, and Roddy Doble will perform the starring roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her dashing Cavalier, with other lead roles performed by dancers who Celebrate the Holidays have appeared in productions by the NYC Ballet, the Pennsylvania Ballet, the MET Opera and in "The at WPPAC Lion King," "Phantom of the Opera" and Twyla Tharp's "Movin' Out." This is not the first time on Ballet Atlantic's The White Plains Performing Arts This show will also include Mark "Nutcracker" stage for either star. Graniero, who Center (WPPAC), located on the third Stuart Eckstein and Kristine Bendul, was raised in Westchester, graced Ballet Atlantic's level of the City Center complex in from the Mark Stuart Dance Theatre, "Nutcracker" stage numerous times as a teenager downtown White Plains recently an- and tap dancer Chloe Arnold. Also re- in progressively challenging roles earlier in this de- nounced a holiday musical extrava- turning to the White Plains theatre for cade, while Doble reprises his spectacular 2007 per- ganza. A jubilant, upscale celebration this holiday show will be some famil- formance as Cavalier. of the holidays, a scripted and cho- iar and favorite performers, including Ballet Atlantic has recently moved to 81 Centre reographed holiday concert, "We Are Cris Groenendaal, Carlos Lopez and Ave. in New Rochelle and is happy to have the op- Lights, 'Tis the Season and More," is Nick Wyman, who will host. Under portunity to present this year's "Nutcracker" in the led by a large cast of Broadway, film the direction of Walter Winston O'Neil city it now calls home. Under the artistic direction of At right: Roddy Doble (left) and Allison Joyce and TV stars highlighted by incom- and music director Kim Douglas Stein- as the Cavalier and Sugar Plum Fairy Leslie Otto, this ballet company has been bringing "The parable Tony Award-winner Melba er, the four performances will run from in Ballet Atlantic's 2007 "Nutcracker" Nutcracker" and other performances to Westchester Moore, as well as Kevin Earley, Liz Friday, December 11, through Sunday, for the past 35 years. Formed as a training ground for Larsen, Marsha Waterbury, Celina December 13. Tickets are $45. young dancers and choreographers, Otto is committed to educating and exposing Westchester youth to classical ballet Carvajal, Kathy Deitch, Jodie Langel, For further information, visit technique, through performances of contemporary and original choreography, as well as through the beloved classic, Jana Robbins, Cindy Robinson and the www.wppac.com or call 914-328- "The Nutcracker." talented Craig Laurie, Chase Matthews 1600. WPPAC is located at 11 City and Elizabeth Torres. Place in White Plains. 'The Nutcracker' Holiday & Advocacy Events at the Westchester County Center at the White Plains YWCA Westchester residents don't have audiences of all ages every year. Un- Advance ticket prices are $18 for to travel far to see a first-rate produc- der the direction of Beth Fritz-Logrea adults, $12 for children (age 2 through This December, the YWCA of Drive (running now through Decem- tion of everyone's holiday favorite, and Jean Logrea, this production fea- 10) and seniors (ages 60-plus); all White Plains has many advocacy and ber 18.) The YWCA will be collect- "The Nutcracker." The Westchester tures 90 professionally trained student tickets are $22 on the day of the per- holiday activities for the local com- ing food, hats, mittens, socks, scarves Ballet Company's production of this dancers from communities throughout formance. munity. and coats in the front lobby to go to magical tale of a young girl's imagi- Westchester and neighboring coun- Buy tickets in person at the Advocacy Events: The Global the Children's Center at the Coun- nary journey on Christmas Eve rivals ties, along with professional guest County Center box office, open Mon- Women's Health Forum (December ty Courthouse, Grace Community the best productions in the New York soloists. Add classic choreography, day through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 4, from 12 to 2 p.m.) will include a Church and the Open Arms Shelter in metropolitan area, and all at a very beautiful costumes, magnificent scen- p.m., or Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 powerful panel discussion exploring White Plains. affordable price, at the Westchester ery and special stage effects, along p.m. Or purchase them through Tick- women's health issues around the A Book Sale & Holiday Fair County Center in White Plains. with very affordable ticket prices, and etmaster by calling 800-745-3000, at world, including sexual health, ma- will be held from 12 to 6 p.m. on Performances will take place it's a sure-fire hit for your family this www.ticketmaster.com or at all Tick- ternal health and access to medicine December 8 and 9, and will feature on Friday, December 18, at 10 a.m.; holiday season. etmaster outlets. for women in third world countries. books, jewelry, scarves and more Saturday, December 19, at 12:30 p.m. And, to help make the holiday The Westchester County Cen- "On the Road to Kindergar- great gift ideas! Funds will support and 4:30 p.m.; and Sunday, December special for everyone, those attend- ter is located at 198 Central Ave. in ten," on December 5, from 10 a.m. the YWCA Child Care Program. 20, at 2 p.m. ing the 4:30 p.m. show on Saturday White Plains, adjacent to the Bronx to 12 p.m., is the first of a parenting Finally, on December 10, from For the past 13 years, the are encouraged to contribute to the River Parkway and Tarrytown Road workshop series. Led by licensed 7:30-9:30 p.m., join the YWCA for Westchester Ballet Company has WHUD radio Toys for Tots collec- (Route 119). clinical social worker Linda Stern, a Zumba Dance Party ($10 per per- been thrilling County Center audi- tion on that day at the County Center. For more information about "The participants will learn preparation and son.) For this particular dance event, ences with its magical production of Bring a new, unwrapped toy and help Nutcracker," call 914-995-4050 or log transition strategies to help alleviate RSVP to Mary Thomas, fitness direc- this holiday classic that has become make the holiday special for a disad- on to www.countycenter.biz. the worries associated with starting tor, at mthomas@ywcawhiteplains. a tradition for families and captivates vantaged child. kindergarten. Both of these events are com. free and open to the public. For all other events and activities, Celebrate the season of giv- e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com ing by donating to the YWCA Coat to RSVP or for more information. Y Dance Program Presents Winter Open House The Y Dance Program and Evolve show for refreshments and an open re- Dance, Inc. are pleased to present the hearsal at Studio A (Gym) at the Fam- Winter Open House and Performance, ily YMCA in Tarrytown, located at 62 on Saturday, December 12, at 1 p.m., Main St. The performance is free and featuring performances by Y Dance open to the public. students, Y Dance faculty and Evolve For more information, visit www. Dance, Inc. Join performers after the evolvedance.org. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - PAGE 11 First Annual 'Stache-Off Crowns Greenburgh Hebrew Center Top Mustaches in Westchester to Hold Annual Family Chanukah Dinner It is almost time for the Luscious children — with chocolate gelt for all Latkes and Mighty Macabees to make participants! their appearance at the Greenburgh This year, for the first time, the Hebrew Center (GHC)! Chanukah is GHC will have an early program just around the corner and the GHC and dinner for families with young will hold its annual festive family children before the congregational Chanukah dinner on Friday, Decem- service. The program will begin at ber 11. 5:15 p.m. with songs, candle-lighting "Bluejean" Shabbat services be- blessings and a Chanukah activity for gin at 6:30 p.m., led by Rabbi Kenter young children, followed by dinner at and Cantor Kanarek, to be followed 5:45 p.m. by a delicious family-style Shabbat Call the synagogue office at 914- dinner. There will be plenty of latkes, 693-4260 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com brisket, sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts) to make a reservation for either din- Mamaroneck resident Jon Chattman (second from left), and other delicious goodies. (Vegetar- ner. Adults and children of all ages 'Stache Off organizer and co-author of the recently released ian and child-friendly food available are very welcome at either dinner. For book, "SWEET 'STACHE: 50 Badass Mustaches and the too.) Rabbi Kenter is preparing for his additional information, visit www.g- Faces Who Sport Them," joins contestants (l to r): annual Jewish Trivia contest for the h-c.org. Irvington resident Don Cohen (third place), Yonkers resident Robert Voorheis (first place) and New Rochelle resident Victor Minei (second place), at Westchester County's First Annual 'Stache-Off, held recently at the Music Conservatory of Westchester. Noel Fine Art Announces Photos by Mike Lee Conservatory piano faculty member Irena Portenko (of Rye) introduces her 'The Christmas Show 2009' performance of Chopin's "Ballade" On December 4, Noel Fine Art the artist. Join Noel Fine Art for your Mamaroneck resident Jon before presenting the Met in G minor at Westchester County's will open "The Christmas Show," viewing pleasure and find wonderful First Annual 'Stache-Off, an evening from 5 to 8 p.m., with work from all art that will be food for the soul for Chattman, co-author of the recent- icon with the proclamation. of music and mustache envy. ly released humor book "SWEET Backman was named Brook- the gallery artists on display. Noel both you and your loved ones. 'STACHE: 50 Badass Mustaches lyn Cyclones manager just Fine Art will also be hosting an early For more information about "The and the Faces Who Sport Them," two days later. honoree, also lent his expertise as a Christmas party that evening to cele- Christmas Show 2009," contact Noel and founder of the music and humor The inaugural "Best in 'Stache" sixth judge. A "SWEET 'STACHE" brate its 10th anniversary at its Bronx- Degaetano at 914-337-4050, or visit site www.thecheappop.com, recently title went to Robert Voorheis (of Yon- book and Backman signing followed ville location. www.noelfineart.com. Noel Fine Art challenged the greatest mustaches in kers). Victor Minei (of New Rochelle) the event. Paintings, watercolors, prints, is located at 80 Kraft Ave. in Bronx- Westchester to the county's First An- and Don Cohen (of Irvington) came in The Music Conservatory of sculpture, vintage watches and orien- ville. The gallery is open Wednesday Westchester is located at 216 Cen- tal rugs will be on display. Addition- through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 nual 'Stache-Off, held at the Music second and third, respectively — each tral Ave. in White Plains. For more ally, the show will feature new, one- p.m. or by appointment. Conservatory of Westchester. New by a hair. The event was emceed by information, call 914-761-3900 or of-a-kind designer jewelry, signed by York Mets World Champion Wally SiriusXM talk show host and come- Backman was honored with a life- dienne Sara Benincasa and included visit www.musicconservatory.org. time achievement of mustache merit award (signed by NBC sports anchor performances from a number of con- servatory faculty and students as well Follow the conservatory on Facebook (Westchester MusicConservatory) St. Paul's Church National Bruce Beck of Scarsdale) for his years of 'stache dedication at the "evening as Chattman's friends and family. Guest judges included Green- and Twitter (@MusicCW), or check their new blog (www.musicconser va- Historic Site of music and mustache envy," which burgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, toryblog.org) for the latest news and St. Paul's Church National His- on the historic 1833 pipe organ, in- also served as a fundraiser for the News 12 anchor/reporter Tara Rosen- updates. toric Site is pleased to present the fol- cluding some traditional carols and conservatory. blum, Hard Drugs lead singer Jeff Lee "SWEET 'STACHE" is available lowing upcoming programs: holiday favorites. Refreshments will "Wally wore his mustache like and co-authors of "The Hookup Hand- at Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble. December 12, open from 12 to be served. Arrive early, at 1 p.m., to he played the field — with glorious, book," Jessica Rozler and Andrea com, Urban Outfitters and wherever 4 p.m.: opera in the historic church. hear a talk about the development of reckless abandon," Chattman said, Lavinthal. Backman, the evening's books are sold. Join St. Paul's for a 2 p.m. perfor- Christmas traditions in America. mance by the Bronx Opera Company, December 22-23, 26 and 29-31, featuring favorite excerpts from clas- from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Family Holi- Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester sic operas, as well as performances and sing-alongs, of some traditional seasonal carols and holiday favorites. day Program; historic games, activi- ties, music and demonstrations, de- signed for children on vacation from Members Honored for Making a Difference December 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Bill of Rights program; an school, as well as parents, adults and others. educational program marking the For more information call 914- 218th anniversary of the adoption of 667-4116 or visit www.nps.gov/sapa. the Bill of Rights. St. Paul's Church National Historic December 19, at 2 p.m.: Christ- Site is located at 897 South Columbus At left: Award recipient Anthony Cepin mas Organ Concert; a recital by Jan Ave. in Mt. Vernon. (left) with Barbara Cutri, the Boys & Girls Piet Knijff featuring classical music Club of Northern Westchester's director of operations Mail Holiday Packages with Care Below: Barbara Cutri with award With 16.6 billion cards, letters ready to be shipped, log on to usps. recipient Jazmine Dessaure and packages to be delivered between com/pickup to schedule free package now and Christmas Day, the U.S. pickup right from your home or of- Postal Service has some shipping tips fice. Skip the trip and do all of your to help get gifts delivered promptly shipping online. and safely during the holiday season. The Postal Service recommends The Postal Service offers free, the following mail-by dates to ensure environmentally friendly Flat Rate your gift arrives on time: Priority Mail boxes as well as regular December 4: Military mail des- Priority Mail and Express Mail boxes tined for Iraq or Afghanistan and envelopes. These supplies can be December 11: Military mail for Two Boys & Girls Club of Northern ordered at usps.com or picked up at a other overseas bases Westchester members, Jazmine Dessaure (of local Post Office. December 16: Parcel Post, the Mt. Kisco) and Anthony Cepin (of Sleepy Hol- Priority Mail Flat-Rate boxes most economical shipping service low), received the Westchester County Youth are the best combination of value and December 21: First-Class Mail Board's 2009 Milly Kibrick Youth Recogni- convenience in the shipping business. December 21: Priority Mail tion Award. The awards were recently present- One low rate to any state, with no cal- December 23: Express Mail ed at the annual reception held on October 21, culating of postage or weighing nec- Due to security requirements, at the Davenport Club in New Rochelle. essary. If it fits, it ships. packages bearing postage stamps and The aim of the Westchester County Youth The Postal Service also offers that weigh more than 13 ounces must Recognition Awards is to recognize high pre-packaged shipping products, be presented to a letter carrier or retail school seniors of the class of 2009 who have READY POST, sold at local Post Of- associate at the Post Office and cannot fices for customers needing sturdy, se- be dropped in blue collection boxes. been involved in building a flourishing, strong cure boxes, envelopes and even greet- Find more holiday tips and infor- and compassionate community through indi- teaching and leading other students. He has served as a ing cards. mation at usps.com/communications/ vidual efforts and actions. Dessaure and Cepin computer specialist, counselor to the club members in Kin- When you mail online with newsroom/2009/holiday/hpr.htm. are among 10 select students who were recognized by the Click-N-Ship, you qualify for a dis- The Postal Service receives no Westchester County Youth Board for their character and dergarten and first grade and helps out during homework count on Priority Mail and Express tax dollars for operating expenses and achievements. sessions. Cepin has also assisted with the club's various Mail. The more you ship, the more relies on the sale of postage, products "These extraordinary young men and women are role feeding programs, from the weekend backpacks of food to you save. And when a package is and services to fund its operations. models to today's youth," said County Executive Andy Thanksgiving feasts to the daily Kids Spano. "Through their work in their communities, they Café program. A senior at Sleepy Hol- have touched the lives of many individuals. This ceremony is Westchester County's way of showing that we care about low High School, Cepin plans to pur- sue a career in sports management. " THE BIGGEST HIT ON BROADWAY and honor these youths for their exceptional efforts." A club member since age 5, Dessaure is president of "Congratulations to Jazmine Des- saure and Anthony Cepin," said Brian THIS YEAR OR ANY OTHER YEAR!" A SMASH! –David Richardson, WOR Radio the Keystone Club and a former president of the Torch Skanes, executive director of the Boys Club. She coordinates a step dance competition for teams from Westchester and the Bronx and started the club's step team, Souljah Steppers. Having benefited from so much of & Girls Club of Northern Westchester. "Jazmine and Anthony have demon- strated exceptional character and com- " " what the club has to offer, Dessaure is determined to give passion for their fellow club members back. She assisted pre-school teachers for three years and is and community time and time again. –Newsday part of the Wilfred Jennings Summer Leadership Program. Both are extremely deserving of this She also helps run the club's SMART Girls program. A se- recognition from the Westchester nior at Fox Lane High School, Dessaure hopes to pursue a County Youth Board." degree in education. The Boys & Girls Club of North- More than six years ago, Cepin received a flyer about ern Westchester is located at 351 Main the Boys & Girls Club and decided to try it out. "The club St. in Mt. Kisco and can be reached turned out to be one of the smartest decisions I have made at 914-666-8069 or by visiting www. so far," Cepin said. The club has given him the strength to bgcnw.com. To contact the club's Teen make new friends, build lasting relationships, and has also Center, located at 317 Main St. in Mt. Kisco, call 914-733-0033. PHOTOS BY JASON BELL AND JOAN MARCUS been a second home. Cepin is deeply involved with both Visit YonkersRising.com for the latest news happenings MEMPHIS BOOK & LYRICS BY JOE DIPIETRO MUSIC & LYRICS BY DAVID BRYAN CHOREOGRAPHY BY SERGIO TRUJILLO DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER ASHLEY in Westchester's largest city! TELECHARGE.COM or 212-239-6200 / 800-432-7250 MEMPHISTHEMUSICAL.COM SHUBERT THEATRE, 225 West 44th Street PAGE 12 - MOUNT VERNON RISING - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009 We've created a place with many advanced imaging technologies. Where we can see everything. Image from the region's only 256 Slice CT Scanner Westchester Medical Center Advanced Imaging is where patients and staff alike have access to the very latest advanced diagnostic technology. We have pediatric ultrasound and CT capabilities and offer full field digital mammography. 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