State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Chris Burdick announced last week that the NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) has slated Route 35 between Route 22 in Katonah and Bouton Road in South Salem for repaving. The project is expected to begin in Spring of 2024. This construction expands an earlier-announced project to repave a smaller portion of Route 35 in Cross River, and follows discussions between the DOT and Senator Harckham, Assemblymember Burdick, County Legislator Erika Pierce, and Lewisboro Town Supervisor Tony Gonçalves regarding the deteriorating condition of Route 35. These discussions included an on-site visit in August 2022 between the elected officials and DOT Regional Director Lance MacMillan. It also follows the advocacy of many residents, who contacted the DOT and elected officials regarding the serious need for the road to be repaved. The paving will be scheduled at night to avoid major disruption to the community. The project is expected to be funded entirely from state funds and will go out for bid this winter. General drainage and signal improvements will also be made where practicable within the scope of the project. “It is imperative that our residents and other motorists have roadways that are safe and drivable,” said Senator Harckham. “The condition of Route 35 has been the source of many complaints, so the news that it is finally being reconditioned and paved is much appreciated. State roads like Route 35 connect us to other municipalities and serve an important economic purpose in regard to the transportation of goods and services. Assemblymember Burdick and I, in conjunction with our partners in local government, fought for this repaving project. We will continue to strongly advocate for roadway infrastructure improvements and will continue to work with the New York State Department of Transportation to make them happen in a timely manner.” “Since taking office in January 2021, repaving Route 35 has been one of my top repaving priorities for District 93,” added Assemblymember Burdick. “I am grateful to all my colleagues in government who joined me in advocating relentlessly for this project, as well as all the residents who contacted my office and the DOT regarding the serious need for repaving. I am also grateful to DOT Regional Director Lance MacMillan and his staff, who took the time to meet with us, stay in close communication, and ultimately agree that this stretch of Route 35 needs to be redone. As a new resident of the town of Lewisboro who finds himself on Route 35 regularly, I look forward to driving the newly-repaved road.” “Seeing the horrible condition of Route 35 improved was a priority for me when I first entered office last year,” said Legislator Pierce. “The issues I then documented, including road and shoulder disrepair and impacts to public safety, bicycle riders, ambulances and school buses, are worse today than when we first gathered that evidence. I am thrilled to see the repaving work moving forward, and the expansion of the area which will be addressed. Thank you to my New York State colleagues for making certain this critical project is moving forward.” “Route 35 is a major East-West thoroughfare in the Town of Lewisboro. For years, our residents have seen this roadway deteriorate, and in some sections become very unsafe,” added Supervisor Gonçalves. VOL. 6 NO. 28 Visit TapIntoKLT.net for the latest news. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE 23 CLASSIFIEDS 22 HEALTH & WELLNESS 14 LEISURE 21 OPINION 8 TOWN CROSSING 2 SPORTS 18 Cheers to 100 years pg 12 BFD PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID WEST CALDWELL, NJ PERMIT #992 CamScanner Paving the way Officials announce Route 35 resurfacing project PHOTO COURTESY OF THE OFFICE OF STATE ASSEMBLYMEMBER CHRIS BURDICK Officials meeting with DOT personnel at the Orchard Square Shopping Center in Cross River in 2022. SEE PAVING PAGE 20
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Your Neighbor Your Neighbor THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 3 HOME, AUTO, BUSINESS, LIFE & HEALTH 914-232-7750 www.forbesinsurance.com The Burger Barn Locally Owned Family Focused BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Henley Royal Regatta in England is like the World Series of Crew. So the esteemed international race should have absolutely nothing to do with Cross River, New York and our love of baseball, football and all balls round. Not quite, the proud Brits could only wish, and the ocean did not provide nearly enough separation from one of John Jay’s own. “We took home the Prince Philip Trophy,” said Brooke Legenzowski of Greenwich Crew. No stranger, Legenzowski was part of the Greenwich team that won the 2000m US Rowing Youth Nationals in 2021. But still a long way off, how did a kid from John Jay end up in the Mianus River in Connecticut? After her older brother William tore his ACL in 6th grade, the lacrosse player was looking for another sport. He serendipitously found himself at a Greenwich Crew fundraiser and eventually got caught up in the current. He would go on to win Youth Nationals in the Men’s Youth Quad events in 2017 and 2018 for the Maritime Rowing Club, came in 5th in the Olympic Trials and won the U23 World Trials. The family wasn’t done either. Sister Carly followed and won Youth Nationals in 2018 in the Lightweight 4+ event for Maritime Rowing Club. Now at Texas University, her team won the NCAA championship in 2021, and also competed at the Henley Regatta. So Brooke took the family cue, and all in, she doesn’t go against the tide that is the training regimen. “We practice six days a week, for three hours a day,” she revealed. The trick is to obviously stay in sync, but with a very steady lineup of paddlers, Legenzowski assures that it’s old hat. “After a while, it becomes muscle memory,” said the 2023 John Jay grad. Plenty stored up, her team’s performance at the recent Youth Nationals went the distance and secured the Henley berth. “We came in second so we got to skip the qualifying round,” said Legenzowski. The same could almost be said for the first two rounds. Greenwich won the first by open water (more than a boat length) and in the second seat, Legenzowski said the quarterfinals were never in doubt. The semifinals were another matter, though. Facing the British national champs, Greenwich was a little nervous, according to Legenzowski, and fell behind. But the Connecticut team eventually got their bearings. “Once we realized we weren’t that far off, we just decided to take another push and went ahead of them” Legenzowski explained. Even so, the girls really weren’t out of school from the rear. “My boat at the beginning tends to fall behind. So we are used to falling behind, staying calm and then knowing the race isn’t over until it’s over,” she said. Greenwich Crew was also up against it like they never were before. “I don’t think I’ve ever experienced wind like that before,” Legenzowski lamented. The Americans used the inclement conditions to their advantage nonetheless. “All the other boats we were racing lost their technique and didn’t have the power to back it up like we did,” she said. Thus, Headington Crew went down in the semis, and awaiting Greenwich was America’s Deerfield Academy. So the team stuck with the program. “We were down almost the whole race,” Legenzowski revealed. No problem, the ending also stayed on script, and she credited the victory to not running on fumes. “The last 500 meters, we just had more in the tank than the other boat,” she said. But with Americans in the driver’s seat, the British fans did not discriminate. Around 20,000 in attendance, Legenzowski said, “It was a really crazy crowd, and you could hear it all the way down the course. It was something I’ve never experienced.” The award ceremony was a first too. “The former Prime Minister (Theresa May) handed out the medals,” she said. Not quite making her a dame, the hearts won over still cemented Greenwich proper standing in the empire. But the racer is still not done with her work here in the colonies. “In three weeks I leave for Stanford. That’s where I will be continuing my rowing career,” the freshman concluded. Brooke Legenzowski JJHS alum takes rowing success overseas Brooke Legenzowski (second from right) and Greenwich Crew took home the Prince Philip Trophy Legenzowski was part of the team that won the 2000m US Rowing Youth Nationals in 2021. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BROOKE LEGENZOWSKI
PAGE 4 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 V O TE F O R DON SC O T T FO R B E DFO R D T O W N C OUN C I L Local Roots, Committed to Bedford Don first moved to Bedford Village in 4th grade and his love for our community has only grown since. After graduating from Vanderbilt, Don returned to Katonah to raise his family and build a business. Proven Track Record on the Town Board Fiscal Responsibility: Held the line on taxes while maintaining a AAA bond rating. Infrastructure Investment: Increased investments in roads and town assets. Critical Road Paving: Fought to get I-684 paved, addressing safety and noise. Protecting Our Youth: Stopped the sale of vaping products in our hamlets. Supporting Community Groups: Reduced the fees paid for town services. V OTE FO R MIKE P A L LADIN O FO R B EDFO R D T O WN C OUNCIL A True Bedford Love Story Mike moved to Bedford in 2016 but has ties dating back over two decades including being a Camp Counselor at the Bedford Hills Day Camp where he entertained campers at the very same Community House that is now right outside his living room window. His first job out of college – a sports marketing firm on Adams Street – was where he met his now wife, Nell. Service Before Self Motivated by his profound engagement in the community, Mike seeks a Town Board seat to provide Bedford residents with enhanced representation and commitment. WE CAN DO BETTER MIKE PALLADINO & DON SCOTT FOR BEDFO R D T O W N BO A R D Don & Mike celebrating Flag Day 2023 at the Bedford Hills Community House. [email protected] 914-263-9681 www.MikeForBedford.com [email protected] 914-262-7697 www.DonForBedford.com “I come with a neighborly spirit, not a politician’s agenda.” -Mike Palladino Paid for by Bedford United 2023 beer and brats, please consider making a donation. For more information, email [email protected]. St. Mary’s Parish 99 Valley Road in Katonah 1st Annual Family Oktoberfest Sunday, Oct. 8, from 12 to 4 p.m. A fundraiser to support the Parish Center! Featuring live music, games, food, and fun. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code in the attached flyer or visit www.stmarykatonah.com/ oktoberfest Katonah Classic Stage Harold Pinter Play Festival Thursday to Sunday, October 5 – 29 Katonah Classic Stage, Westchester County’s professional theatre company dedicated to classic plays, will give audiences a unique peak at Harold Pinter’s distinguished career by mounting three of his plays this Fall: Betrayal, The Dumb Waiter, and Applicant. This festival gives audiences a rare opportunity to survey 20 years of Nobel Laureate Pinter’s writing, from the “comedy of menace” in his early work to the “memory plays” which he developed in the midpoint of career. All of the plays explore his distinct use of rhythm, known as the “Pinter Pause,” to great effect, eliciting laughter and terror, often at the same time, from audiences. Returning to Whippoorwill Hall in Armonk, KCS will kick-off the play festival on Oct. 5, with “Betrayal.” Reserved Seats on sale now at https://katonahclassicstage.com/events/pinter/ Lewisboro Italian-American Heritage Day Monday, Oct. 9, from 12 to 4 p.m. Celebrate with the Garibaldi Society of Lewisboro at their second annual Italian-American Heritage Day (Columbus Day). Once again Lewisboro’s renowned Italian-American chef Sue Fiore Vales is hosting the event at the Horse and Hound at 94 Spring Street in South Salem. There will be traditional Italian fare, free to all with a cash bar. Come enjoy the food, music and camaraderie. And for those non Italian-Americans, please come and see what you have been missing. 3rd Annual Crossroads Plaza Halloween Party Friday, Oct. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. Featuring Trunk or Treat! Kids are welcome to wear their costumes and spooky masks and collect treats from each decorated trunk! Sponsored by Keller Williams Realty partners. To be held at Crossroads Plaza, located at 57 Route 6 in Baldwin Place. CROSSING FROM PAGE 2 Katonah’s Jack Lawton was recognized for his outstanding work during the spring semester by being named to the President’s List at The Citadel. The President’s List is one of the most distinguished cadet awards presented by The Citadel. The honor is a combination of the Dean’s List and the Commandant’s Distinguished List, and is composed of cadets who contribute the most to their companies while maintaining excellent military and academic records. Lawton named to President’s List at The Citadel Jack Lawton with Jack with Citadels President, retired USMC General Glenn Walters PHOTOS COURTESY OF KRISTEN LAWTON The Citadel is only one of two remaining 24/7 militarystructured colleges in the country. SEE CROSSING PAGE 6
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 Shredding Services Friday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The “Shredder Truck” will be at Lewisboro Town Park, 1079 Route 35 (Old Post Road), in South Salem. This will be for the town departments along with town residents. Please remove all metal clips, fasteners, binders, folders and hard covers and place the papers loosely in a box. Hard covers – cardboard or plastic covers on items such as ledger books, marble composition books and hard-cover books – cannot be shredded and will be turned away. Residents must rip pages out from hard cover books for shredding and throw the covers in their regular household recycling. Up to four large (cubic foot) boxes of papers are allowed for shredding. All residents attending shredder events must follow these safety guidelines to protect themselves and staff: Residents must remain in their vehicles at all times. Documents should be boxed and placed in the trunk of resident’s vehicle, if possible, or in the back seat of the resident’s vehicle. Staff will remove the boxes directly from the resident’s vehicle and place them in the shredder mechanism. CROSSING FROM PAGE 4 On Wednesday, Oct. 4, the Bedford Playhouse is going to the dogs. The evening fill feature a film screening followed by a Q&A panel and wine reception to celebrate and raise awareness for BluePath Service Dogs. Love, hope, and opportunity will be the prevailing themes in the short documentary film about BluePath, the nonprofit providing life-changing service dogs to children with autism and their families. “Hope in a Blue Vest” follows a service dog’s journey to find purpose while highlighting the many beautiful, multi-faceted connections made along the way. The film has a 10-minute running time. The panel will include BluePath founders Michelle Brier and Caroline McCabe-Sandler, Tony-award winning producer and Bedford Playhouse advisory board member Ken Marsolais, service dog recipient Kate Petersen, facility dog recipient and West Patent Elementary School principal Judy Brewster, and volunteer puppy raiser and Bedford Police Sergeant Mark Montanaro. A wine reception will follow, sponsored by Siemers Wine & Spirits of Bedford. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit the Bedford Playhouse website at www. bedfordplayhouse.org/hope-in-a-bluevest-with-bluepath-service-dogs/. ‘Hope in a Blue Vest’ Bedford Playhouse to host service dog documentary screening BluePath founders Caroline McCabeSandler, Dr. Jody Sandler, and Michelle Brier Kate Petersen with her son Wesley and BluePath autism service dog Reba PHOTOS COURTESY OF BLUEPATH SERVICE DOGS Future autism service dog Maverick, being raised by officers of the Bedford Police Department, poses outside the Bedford Playhouse. SEE CROSSING PAGE 20 PAGE 6 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES Contact ANTHONY J. ENEA, ESQ. Managing Member • Fluent in Italian 914.948.1500 WHITE PLAINS • SOMERS • WWW.ESSLAWFIRM.COM • Asset Protection • Elder Law • Medicaid Applications (Nursing Home/Home Care) • Guardianships (Contested/Non-Contested) • Wills, Trusts & Estates Past Chair of Elder Law Section of NYS Bar Association “Super Lawyer” In Elder Law for 16 consecutive years CALL NEW YORK’S ELDER LAW TEAM 914.948.1500 Do you know what the cost of your long-term care will be if you are not eligible for Medicaid?
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Opinion PAGE 8 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 2 TRACKS BRETT FREEMAN, PUBLISHER TOM WALOGORSKY, EDITOR TABITHA PEARSON MARSHALL, CREATIVE DIRECTOR Editorial Office: 914-302-5830 [email protected] Letters to the editor and op-ed submissions may be edited. The views and opinions expressed in letters and op-eds are not necessarily those of Katonah-Lewisboro Times or its affiliates. Submissions must include a phone number and address for verification. Not all letters and op-eds will necessarily be published. Letters and op-eds which cannot be verified or are anonymous will not be published. Please send your submissions to the editor by e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, call the editor at 914-302-5830 118 N. BEDFORD ROAD, SUITE 100 MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 ©2023 Halston Media, LLC Editor’s Note: Bobbi M. Bittker is a candidate for re-election to the Bedford Town Board. All candidates on the ballot for Town Board are invited to send columns to this newspaper. Send them to opinion@ halstonmedia.com. Please keep to a 1,000- word limit. My father, my grandparents and I sat before the judge. It was the mid1980s, and the small local home where my severely developmentally-disabled uncle lived was closing. I was a child at the time. But I was already a caregiver to my uncle, who regularly spent weekends at the home shared by my family and my grandparents. I learned first hand what it meant to care for and love someone who was non-verbal and unable to care for himself. It was an odd position to be in. Allan was 20 when I was born, and I quickly became his helper in many ways. In the judge’s chambers, my family had major decisions to make; how should we secure my uncle’s future? My elderly grandmother, like many mothers, became his hands-on caregiver again. My grandfather, in his mid-80s, was not the optimal guardian. My father, 10 years my uncle’s senior, who loved and understood him, was the natural choice. But longterm planning is essential for a loved one with special needs. The judge turned to me. We all know children referred to as “old souls,” and Disney’s juggernaut “Encanto”–of Bruno fame–perfectly encapsulated the plight of the first-born daughter in the song “Surface Pressure.” That day in his chambers, the judge advised my family to make me Allan’s alternate guardian when I turned 18. That’s how I was added to my uncle’s guardianship papers a few years later. It was a role I relished. It wasn’t a burden; it was an honor. But it was also serious business. Our situation was not unique, although in those days it was a far less public discussion. Society hasn’t always been friendly to families with folks who navigated the world differently. In the 1950s when my uncle was born, my grandmother was urged to hide him away. She refused. I grew up with him as part of the family. We navigated some challenging public situations. They became family lore, and made us far more empathetic. Fortunately, we are more forthcoming about people with developmental differences today. Thanks to the efforts of Bedford resident Wendy Belzberg, and the Town of Bedford Neurodiversity Task Force, which I eagerly joined, as well as partnerships with nonprofits like the local BluePath Service Dogs, Bedford is becoming the first neurodivergent-friendly town in Westchester County. Our police department has a voluntary registry for individuals with autism and officers are raising future Blue Path Service Dog, Maverick, a charming yellow labrador/ golden retriever mix, who is almost ready to move on to his formal training. Our goal is to make Bedford a community that understands, welcomes and eliminates barriers for its neurodiverse residents. We sought feedback throughout the community to learn how to best serve families with neurodivergent children AND adults, because these differences don’t fade with age. We have a responsibility to all our residents. Our new town website will link resources that more easily connect residents with the services they need, and our task force is working closely with the Katonah Chamber of Commerce, Bedford Economic Alliance and Bedford Village Business Association to make the spaces we frequent welcoming for all. The town is providing trainings, the first underwritten by a local business owner, and being led by the Anderson Center for Autism, a leader in the field who has worked with other towns to become “neurodivergent/ autism-friendly.” We will soon break ground on a fully accessible playground for which Assemblyman Chris Burdick and I secured state grant funding to build. The Bedford Music Festival on Oct. 14 will feature a Zen Zone Tent, where you or your neurodivergent loved one can take a break with ear plugs, comfy bean bag chairs, sensory toys and more. In the words of Neurodiversity Task Force Chair Wendy Belzberg, “We may be serving a neurodivergent community member directly, helping a family member to adjust, considering programming that is more inclusive, or encountering a neurodivergent community member while we are in the field doing our work.” Not only does this initiative ensure that every resident feels welcome in our local stores and restaurants, but it puts a pin in Bedford on the Westchester map as families seek neurodiverse-friendly destinations, providing an added benefit: increased tourism and vitality. My uncle may not have benefited from such initiatives for the many years we lived together in Bedford. But I am thrilled that so many others will. Look for the “Inclusion Initiative,” @inclusiveny, the product of the Neurodiverse Task Force on social media. This work is life changing and ongoing; it will improve the quality of life for many families in Bedford, and by making his recommendation, that judge had no idea what his impact would be 30 years later. Bedford changed for the better A judge’s 1980s recommendation charted a path forward BOBBI BITTKER GUEST COLUMNIST Editor’s Note: Don Scott is a candidate for Bedford Town Board. All candidates on the ballot for Town Board are invited to send columns to this newspaper. Send them to opinion@ halstonmedia.com. Please keep to a 1,000-word limit As I’ve mentioned previously, I am intrigued by the concept of nonpartisan local government as a tool to tamp down the polarization and hyper-partisanship that seeps down from our national politics. In our area, Scarsdale is an example of a village that does not rely on the major parties to select candidates for election. I dug a little deeper into their story to learn about the fascinating system they use to select candidates for election. The Village of Scarsdale switched to nonpartisan elections in 1911 “after a particularly bitter partisan election,” according to the League of Women Voters. Historian Lessons from Scarsdale on nonpartisan elections DON SCOTT IN CASE YOU MISSED IT SEE SCOTT PAGE 9
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Now, candidates in Scarsdale are vetted by a committee of 30 citizens known as the Scarsdale Citizens Nonpartisan Committee (SCNC), who are elected by the community. Scarsdale has five neighborhoods, which align with the elementary schools in the village. Six committee members are elected from each of those elementary school districts. It’s, of course, a bit of an oxymoron to have a nonpartisan party, but it seems to work there. Trustee candidates are interviewed over a twomonth period, after which a slate of candidates is selected and nominated for the ballot for a March election. According to the Scarsdale Citizens Nonpartisan Party’s (SCNP), website, “Our local non-partisan system encourages cooperative, deliberative and open civic government to attract highly qualified individuals to public service.” The ballot in March, which of course only contains local races, has an SCNP party line on the ballot on row A. Generally, there is no row B unless alternative candidates petition to create a competing party for challenger candidates. That seldom happens since it is a steep hill to climb to compete with a slate that has gone through the vetting process. I studied the candidates from last March’s election and learned that they have impressive resumes. In addition to educational and professional accomplishments, each of them has significant experience on other local committees and philanthropic organizations. The system seems to bring forward qualified candidates. The system is not without its shortcomings, however. I have a hard time imagining how a committee of 30 would function. I’ve always found when it comes to committees, smaller is better. How about five or 10 instead? They also don’t allow candidates to discuss positions on specific issues in their interview process, which is troubling. That practice may come from campaign rules for judges that don’t allow them to talk about issues. I understand why you would do that for judges, but not trustee candidates. It’s also troublesome that these March elections have relatively low turnout. But it’s possible that low turnout is a feature of the system and not a bug, since the community has confidence in the vetting process to select candidates. After running the gauntlet of two months of interviews with a committee of 30, only the strong – and qualified – survive. It’s also worth noting that in Scarsdale, the trustees and the mayor do not receive a salary. The feeling among some residents is that Scarsdale’s system allows for more diversity of thought and perspective on their board than a party aligned system would yield. The result is a system that provides representation across a broader spectrum than in a partisan system. An unpopular state law, soon to take effect, will move town elections to even-year dates, to coincide with national elections. Town elections will be more influenced by national politics. Scarsdale’s approach looks increasingly appealing. Municipalities in New York that operate under the village model of government can be thankful that they have protections in the New York State Constitution that towns do not, insulating them from the impacts of shenanigans from Albany politicians. SCOTT FROM PAGE 8 Advertising Deadline The advertising deadline for The Katonah-Lewisboro Times is the Thursday before the next publication date. Advertisements can be submitted by you as a camera-ready PDF via email at [email protected]. We also offer our clients a free ad design service. For more information, call Brett Freeman at 845-208-8151.
PAGE 10 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES OPINION THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 BY ASHLEY STAGNARI GUEST COLUMNIST We often hear that people alone can’t solve the climate crisis. But in fact, individual climate action can grow into community projects that create policy and system changes capable of preventing 1.5-degree Celsius warming. Activities like renewable energy adoption, plant-based diets and composting reduce community carbon footprints and highlight the importance of a diverse response to the climate crisis—a one-size-fits-all approach just won’t do. Looking deeper, the behavior changes of one person can drive collective action, which is a powerful agent in motivating sustainable behaviors and meeting climate targets. If we couple these activities with federal policy and institutional changes, reaching carbon neutrality becomes a not-so-distant reality. While fossil fuels and unsustainable land use and industries are the leading causes of climate change, as emphasized by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, that doesn’t mean we, as individuals, should not take action to address our own carbon contributions. We can already see that the individual climate movement is growing, while 45% of United States adults believe one’s immediate actions can help reduce climate change, as seen in a 2022 survey by Ipsos. Such a proportion demonstrates momentum in society’s selfefficacy to confront the environmental crises of our time. Institutions like Cornell University are spearheading individual and community climate action projects through programs like Cornell Climate Stewards. Here, climate-passionate individuals from around the state lead community events like solar panel installations, garden developments, greenhouse gas analyses and much more. At large, these efforts play an important role in supporting climate policies like the New York State Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act and the Climate Smart Communities program, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Locally, a climate action organization, Bedford 2030, is leading individual and community climate projects. In its 2020 climate action plan update, the Town of Bedford, a Silver Certified Climate Smart Community, noted it has achieved a 44% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 2004 levels through renewable energy implementation, energy efficiency upgrades and community composting, among many other projects. Wondering what other types of actions are out there? Bedford 2030 outlines climate action areas you can explore that help to reduce potent greenhouse gas emissions. Some of these pathways include adopting renewable energy systems, improving your home’s energy efficiency through an energy audit and upgrades, or choosing sustainable transportation methods. Now, there are numerous clean energy financial assistance Yes, individuals can make a difference for climate change SEE STAGNARI PAGE 11 OCT 8th 11am-5pm at the Jefferson Valley Mall ROAD KNIGHT'S CAR SHOW NATHAN’S HOT DOG EATING CONTEST SENIOR LUNCH CHILDREN'S RIDES & CRAFTS MUSICAL PERFORMANCES DANCE PERFORMANCES BEER GARDEN FOOD TRUCKS VENDORS YORKTOWN FALL FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY THE YORKTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2023 FUNERAL PREARRANGEMENT Both pre-payment and no-payment options Serving all Faiths since 1858 Cremations and Burials DANIEL B. McMANUS ~ Proprietor BRUCE E. REISDORF ~ Licensed Manager JOSEPH M. McMANUS ~ Director RONALD P. CERASO ~ Director www.clarkassociatesfuneralhome.com 4 Woods Bridge Road, Katonah • (914) 232-3033 • Only 1/4 mile from 684 exit 6. • Only 1 block from the Katonah Railroad station. • Less than 60 minutes from N.Y. City. • Parking facilities for over 100 cars • Monuments & inscriptions available.
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PAGE 14 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES HEALTH & WELLNESS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 EXCELLENCE IN COSMETIC AND GENERAL DENTAL CARE SINCE 1972 Dr. John J. Browne Dr. Eugene Goetz Dr. Ben Miraglia Dr. Alexandria Rivera Dr. Luke Charms Please welcome Dr. Rivera & Dr. Charms: Now Accepting New Patients! • General Dentistry • Cosmetic Dentistry • Dental Implants • Invisalign® Treatment • TMJ Treatment • Smile Makeover 280 N. BEDFORD RD, SUITE 201, MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549 BGMDENTAL.COM Schedule Today: 914-200-1018 2009-2023 Obviously, the death of a loved one creates a tremendous amount of stress and pressure on their surviving family and friends. It is an emotional period of time when many issues need to be addressed, including preparing for the wake, burial, safeguarding assets and ultimately distributing assets to those entitled to receive them from the estate. The following are an overview of the first steps one should take: Secure the Original Last Will and Testament or Trust The individual named as the Executor(s) of the Will or Successor Trustee of a Trust should take steps to safeguard these documents and review them with a Trusts and Estates Attorney to determine the necessary steps. Identify what the Decedent Owned Make a list of all assets owned by the decedent and categorize the items. Did the decedent own tangible personal property (automobiles, furniture, jewelry, clothes and artwork), real property (home, land and condos) and liquid assets (bank accounts, stocks, bonds, annuities life insurance)? You should also review how any of these assets are titled. Title of the assets is critical in determining whether or not the probate of a Last Will & Testament will be necessary and/or whether assets will pass by operation of law to a joint tenant of the property or to a named beneficiary. Marshal and Secure Assets Once the assets of the decedent are identified, it will be most important to marshal and secure those assets so that a third party is unable to unlawfully take possession of them. If assets are titled in the name of the decedent alone, the marshaling of said assets will require that the Executor(s) named in the Last Will petition the court for Letters Testamentary and/or Preliminary Letters testament so that upon issuance of said letters they can title the assets in the name of the decedent’s estate. If the decedent’s assets are in a Revocable Living Trust and/or Irrevocable Trust, probate will not be needed. The same applies if the decedent’s assets have a surviving primary beneficiary and/or contingent beneficiary. It should be noted that if a decedent dies with assets in their name alone and does not have a Last Will, Court intervention will still be needed in the form of an Administration proceeding and an Administrator will need to be appointed by the Court. Consult with an Attorney One should consult with an experienced attorney that handles the probate and administration of estates to determine what steps need to be taken depending on the nature of the assets of the decedent’s estate and whether or not there is a Last Will and Testament and/ or Trust in place. This individual will also assist in determining the size of the estate and the potential estate tax, capital gain tax and/or income tax considerations that may need to be reviewed relevant to the estate. In conclusion, an approach that is structured and organized by an experienced trust and estates attorney will help accomplish the successful administration of the estate and the ultimate distribution of the estate assets to the beneficiaries. Lauren C. Enea, Esq. is a Senior Associate at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP. She concentrates her practice on Wills, Trusts and Estates, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning and Probate/Estate Administration. She believes that it is never too early or too late to start planning for your future and she enjoys working with individuals to ensure that their plan best suits their needs. Ms. Enea received a B.S. in Business Management from Quinnipiac University, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and a J.D. from the Pace University School of Law, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida. She can be contacted at 914-948-1500 or www.esslawfirm.com. 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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 HEALTH & WELLNESS THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 15 ADVERTORIAL Our joints play a critical role in our range of motion (“ROM”), namely, how far we can move and stretch our joints and muscles in different directions. Regular directed exercise will help “maintain” our joints for extended and pain-free ROM. THE STRUCTURE OF OUR JOINTS A joint is where two bones come together in our bodies. Ligaments keep the joints together and provide joint stability. Muscles connect around the joints with tendons to allow for movement of the joint. The joint that allows the most movement is the synovial joint, which has two bones that meet in a joint capsule and are covered with cartilage to help with smooth, friction free movement. Synovial fluid surrounds the joint in the capsule to provide nutrients to the joint. We have six types of different synovial joints, of which the hinge and ball-and-socket joint are the more important for our ROM. • Hinge joints open and close in opposite directions, for example in our knees and elbows. • Ball-and-socket joints or multidirectional joints are those were the ball-shaped surface of one rounded bone fits into the cup-like depression of another bone, for example in our shoulders and hips. RANGE OF MOTION ROM is subdivided into the following categories: 1) active range of motion (“AROM”) that we actively do ourselves, 2) active assisted range of motion (“AAROM”), and 3) passive range of motion (“PROM”). AAROM and PROM are performed with the help of someone else like a physical therapist to improve the ROM, when a joint cannot move freely anymore. HOW WE USE OUR JOINTS IN DAILY ACTIVITIES To perform our day-to-day activities with freedom of movement and no joint restrictions, it is important to keep our tendons, muscles, and ligaments strong and healthy. We use ROM several times per day, from the moment we wake up until we retire to bed. For example, getting dressed we flex/bend our hip and knee to put our pants on. We need to rotate and move our hips, knees, and ankles to put our socks and shoes on. Negotiating stairs or going for a walk, requires adequate ROM in our hips, knees and ankles combined with muscle strength, balance, and stability. As we age, we may lose some ROM but, if any of our joints becomes so stiff or painful and loose mobility, it makes it more difficult to move with ease and we start compensating with other body parts which, in turn, throws the natural alignment and balance of our body off. MOVEMENT EXERCISES TO KEEP OUR JOINTS MOVING WITH EASE The following simple exercises will reduce joint stiffness, improve muscle flexibility and strength increase circulation to reduce pain, improve balance and mobility of our bodies and can prevent possible injuries: 1. Waking up in the morning: • Stretch your body out with arms overhead, fingers and hands stretched out, legs straight out and feet flexed back. Take 3 deep breaths in and out. • Flex your one hip and knee up to your chest and use your hands to gently pull your knee to your chest without pain – hold for 3 breaths and repeat with other leg. • Gently raise your hips and pelvis up in a bridge. Repeat 3 times. 2. Sit up on the side of the bed: • Roll onto your side and sit up on the side of the bed. • Feet planted on ground, move your neck gently forward and backwards, slowly turn your head/neck from side to side. Repeat 3 times. • Rotate and stretch your trunk (thoracic spine) with your shoulders and arms from side to side and turn from left to right. Repeat 3 times. • Bend your body forward resting your elbows on your thighs – and if possible lean down to touch your hand between your feet on the floor to stretch out your back. Hold 10 seconds. • Sit up straight again and bend and lift one leg to rest your ankle on your other thigh to stretch your buttock muscle and hip joint. Hold 10 seconds and repeat on other side. 3. Come up to standing and walk to the bathroom, when done with your bathroom necessities: • Hold onto the countertop. Raise high up on to the ball of your feet by lifting you heels up, squeezing buttock muscles tight. Repeat 5 times. • March on the spot lifting one knee high up to your chest, while balancing on your other leg. Repat 5 times. • Step sideways out into a lunge by bending one knee, keeping back flat, and leaning forward onto the countertop. Repeat 5 times to each side. 4. Adopt small daily routines to keep your joints mobile and your body healthy. Take daily brisk LIZE LUBBE GUEST CORNER MAINTAINING OUR JOINTS walks, do low impact exercises, keep moving to stay pain-free and injury free and always listen to your body. Do NOT follow the NO PAIN NO GAIN advice! If you experience any injury or joint stiffness, please contact your medical doctor or physical therapist. A physical therapist can treat you with AAROM and PROM and measure your progress of your joint mobility to get you to a AROM state. If you have any difficulty moving with ease or experience pain, please contact your physician or physical therapist for help. We are hands on PTs! 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BY MARIA SCAROS GUEST COLUMNIST “There I was squeezing my wife’s hand as the doctor shuffled through his papers. He made no eye contact. He stopped, without looking up, as if he were reading something of little interest and matter-of-factly said, “Yes. It seems definitive. You have Alzheimer’s Disease.’” This is what Henry shared with a group of healthcare providers. He was on a panel with three other people who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease within the last few years. They were presenting at the American Society on Aging’s annual conference in March 2023. Each relayed similar stories of physicians offering horrendous news with little to no compassion. Esther mentioned that after her doctor gave her the news, he said, “Go home and put your affairs in order and I’ll see you in six months.” Henry, Esther, Robert and Gene were all living with Alzheimer’s Disease. They wanted to speak up in their own voice and advocate for themselves. It is hard for us to put ourselves in their shoes. The disease is complex, as is the attitude towards it by professionals, friends and loved ones. Cancer patients, the mentally ill, disabled people and others advocate for themselves. For some reason, those with Alzheimer’s Disease are not offered the chance. “We are still quite able. We are the only ones who can best share what it is like to be dismissed, ignored, tossed away and left for dead before the end,” said Robert, who held his therapy dog close as he shared. Gene nodded. “We are still very much here. The disease takes years for most of us. We ask you don’t leave us as soon as you hear the diagnosis. We are still men and women, husbands and wives, fathers and mothers and more.” I left the panel discussion with such admiration for these very courageous human beings. They deserve their platform with our undying support and our promise to treat them always with the respect and dignity they deserve. Maria Scaros is the Executive Director of The Greens at Greenwich. For more information, visit thegreensatgreenwich.com, or call 203-531-5500. Did you just tell me I have Alzheimer’s Disease? Resident diagnosed with Alzheimer’s gives a presentation on marketing to other residents at The Greens. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE GREENS AT GREENWICH PAGE 16 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES HEALTH & WELLNESS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 The Greens provides safety, comfort, and a loving home filled with laughter and joy. We are a small intimate assisted living community for your loved one with memory impairment. Discover The Greens at Greenwich Home is a Feeling [email protected] • thegreensatgreenwich.com Awarded the Best Practice for Resident Care by the Connecticut Assisted Living Association Schedule a Tour 203.531.5500 One touch of a button sends help fast, 24/7. alone I’m never Life Alert® is always here for me. I’ve fallen and I can’t get up! ® Help at Home with GPS! Help On-the-Go For a FREE brochure call: 1-800-404-9776 Saving a Life EVERY 11 MINUTES Batteries Never Need Charging. FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT Call today and receive a FREE SHOWER PACKAGE PLUS $1600 OFF With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. CSLB 1082165 NSCB 0082999 0083445 1-855-916-5473
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Sports PAGE 18 – THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER On Wednesday Sept. 20, the John Jay swim team put on their caps and headed to SUNY Purchase for their second meet. Dipping in with Ursuline, Coach Suzanne Guziec admitted that graduation has led to a very young team, and minus any divers, she sees a lot of swimming against the current. This day’s 108-70 loss concurred, and the same goes for an opening loss to White Plains. But the team always makes sure that they reach a personal best when it comes to having fun, and with all the attrition, their number one swimmer has been left in charge of that department. “I’m trying my best,” said Jessica Crane. “I have some big shoes to fill.” Mostly citing Ashley Piacentino, Crane has assumed the role of head cheerleader. “I’m trying to keep her spirit alive,” the senior joked. Of course, Crane also leads by example. In winning the 200M Freestyle (1.59.00) and the 100M Breaststroke (1:13.71), she has a business side too. “I try to make sure everyone is excited for the meet, and that they are all here to swim fast,” said Crane. The same standard for herself, she has eyes on end of season prizes. “I’m trying to make the states in multiple events this year,” Crane revealed. Alongside, Katie O’Donnell took first in the 100M Butterfly (1:07.16) and second in the 100M Backstroke (1:07.27). Returning to swimming after a year away on the soccer field, the choice was easy for the sophomore. “I’m a better swimmer than I am a soccer player,” explained O’Donnell, and she wants to pursue swimming in college. A long way off for Delilah Mackof, the 8th grader took 2nd in the 50M freestyle (27.35) and barely going under in the sprint suits her just fine. “It’s quick and easy,” she assured. But while acknowledging the slow grind of long practices, Mackof relishes the experience and the camaraderie. “They’re just really fun to hang out with, and I enjoy the team spirit,” Mackof said. Lily Wagner agreed. “I love how fun they are and how they will support you no matter what,” said the sophomore, who took third in the 100M Freestyle (1:00.92) Third place also went to Abbey Hehman in the 200M Individual Medley (2:35.99). “It feels really great, and I’m excited for the rest of the season,” said the 8th grader. As for who gets to run the 500M Freestyle, this plunge doesn’t get such a warm reaction when volunteers are requested. “There’s silence,” Euwen Chong conceded. “We all just stare at each other.” Chong was one of three who drew the short straw. “You have to have a lot of endurance,” she sighed, and the sacrifice was good enough for 4th place (6:42.31). Just in front, Lexi Hasko took third (6:27.28), and Sofia Savchenko took 6th (8:07.13). Not quite licking her wounds, Savchenko was down with the program either way. “Everyone on the team is very kind and very welcoming,” she concluded the day. John Jay ensures fun is a personal best Katie O’Donnell Samantha Tello PHOTOS: RICH MONETTI Lily Wagner Lexi Hasko SWIMMING BY RICH MONETTI CONTRIBUTING WRITER After losing 7-0 in their opener in Mamaroneck, Coach Debbi Walsh felt her girls didn’t come to play, and in the wake of much graduation attrition, she was looking to see who would set up. The Wolves responded by beating Somers 3-0, and in hopes of getting above .500 at home on Sept. 18, Jane Brennan saw the trend continuing following the Monday matchup versus Harrison. “Our chemistry on the field is getting better with each game,” said the junior after the 4-1 victory. The girls didn’t wait long to light the Bunsen burners either. Harrison opening with the ball, the Huskies got a free hit on the whistle, and Jojo Degl quickly put the stop on the ensuing sidewinder. The junior then got the ball ahead to Molly Willingham, and like sodium and chloride, Brennan and Kaycie Keeley merged the ball movement for the first chance of the day. Keeley’s shot went wide, but Willingham and Keeley soon proved the pass work was worth its salt. Willingham got possession on the sideline, and first cited the team’s ability to transition upfield. “We’re really good at making the simple passes,” she said. “We move the defender and send to the weak side.” From there, the senior stickhandled her way forward, and centered into Callan Keeley. Adriana Marraccini came out to cut down the angle but the oversight made the Harrison goalie a sitting duck. Keeley pulled the trigger, and John Jay had a 1-0 lead. 12:49 left in the quarter, defense again led to offense. Set up on the penalty corner, the Huskies barely got the chance to scratch. Instead, the Wolves packed up, prevented the shot, and Kaycie Keeley brought the loose ball all the way up field. Wolves trending in the right direction Top Harrison, Fox Lane FIELD HOCKEY SEE HOCKEY PAGE 19
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We will continue to work together and to advocate for the repaving of additional state roads in Bedford that need the same attention,” concluded Bedford Town Supervisor Ellen Calves. As the repaving of Route 35 will not begin until next year, residents are encouraged to keep their elected officials and the DOT apprised of any serious issues that arise on Route 35, and to call 1-800-POTHOLE to report any potholes that form. Article provided by the Office of Assemblymember Chris Burdick. PAVING FROM PAGE 1 Vehicles will be queued at a safe distance from staff and only one vehicle will be serviced at a time. Please be mindful to observe all posted signage and directions from the staff. If you have any questions, please call the Town Clerk’s Office at 763-3511. Hope in a Blue Vest Short Film Screening, Panel Q&A, Wine Reception Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. An evening to celebrate and raise awareness for BluePath Service Dog’ mission. To be held at Bedford Playhouse, 633 Old Post Rd in Bedford. Love, hope, opportunity… These are the prevailing themes in the short documentary film (ten minute running time) about BluePath, the nonprofit providing life-changing service dogs to children with autism and their families. Hope in a Blue Vest follows a service dog’s journey to find purpose while highlighting the many beautiful, multi-faceted connections made along the way. Panel to include BluePath founders Michelle Brier (Bedford Hills, NY) and Caroline McCabe-Sandler (Hopewell Junction, NY), Tony-award winning producer and Bedford Playhouse advisory board member Ken Marsolais (Bedford Hills), service dog recipient Kate Petersen (Sandy Hook, CT), facility dog recipient and West Patent Elementary School (Bedford, NY) principal Judy Brewster, and volunteer puppy raiser and Bedford Police Sergeant Mark Montanaro. Wine reception to follow, sponsored by Siemers Wine & Spirits of Bedford, NY. Purchase tickets via Bedford Playhouse at https://bedfordplayhouse.org/ hope-in-a-blue-vest-with-bluepath-service-dogs/. Westchester Bluegrass Club www.westchesterbluegrassclub. com Mark Cosgrove and Good Medicine Saturday, Oct. 21, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Mark Cosgrove’s distinctive, creative flatpicking sound has been heard all over the US and Europe, as well as in Australia and Japan. A lot of this exposure and travel is due to Mark’s association with Americana and roots music icon David Bromberg. In addition to touring with the Grammy nominated David Bromberg Quintet and Big Band, Mark had the great good fortune to be featured on the three most recent recordings of David’s, the latest of which, Big Road, reached Number One on Billboard’s Blues Chart for multiple weeks. The previous release, The Blues, The Whole Blues, And Nothing But The Blues, was selected by The Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll as 2017 Blues Album of the Year. In the Bromberg bands, Mark plays acoustic and electric guitar and mandolin, and sings harmony vocals. Doors open at 6 p.m., acoustic jam from 6 - 7:15, Open Mic 7:15 - 8, Mark Cosgrove and Good Medicine 8 - 9:30 p.m. Donation: $25. Please bring a small snack to share! A Message from Braver Angels Braver Angels will be showing a documentary called “Better Angels: Reuniting America.” Braver Angels is a national grass roots organization which has been doing workshops, debates, and speaking engagements around America. The 50-minute documentary and discussion will be highlighting the genesis of Braver Angels and will be showing moments from our signature workshop. If you care about the future of our local, state and national government, then this documentary is for you. 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Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry Fundraiser The Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry, a weekly choice pantry with a 32 year history, will hold a fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 15, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Captain Lawrence Barrel House in Mount Kisco. Come enjoy suds, sliders and songs while supporting the incredible work of this predominantly volunteer run community mainstay. This past year saw a staggering increase in the number of guests - over 92,000 ‘person visits’, 28% of which were children and 12% seniors. This is up 40% since last year. Food for over 1.2 million meals was provided, purchased at inflationary prices. There is no expectation of the need decreasing or prices of food falling. Individual tickets and sponsorships are available. Please visit www.mountkiscopantry.org or email outreach@mountkiscofood pantry.org for more information. Virtual Support Groups Support groups for women with breast and ovarian cancers have been transitioned to virtual platforms. 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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 LEISURE THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 21 To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! For puzzle solutions, please see theparamountrehab.com CLUES ACROSS 1. Outsourcing (abbr.) 4. Post 8. German city on edge of Black Forest 10. “__, but goodie” 11. Spiced stew 12. Passionately 13. Monetary units 15. Group of living organisms 16. Organic compound derived from ammonia 17. High honors 18. 5-year-olds’ classes 21. Swiss river 22. Old woman 23. Cash machine 24. A way to soak 25. Hair product 26. Deride 27. “The Blonde Bombshell” 34. Cause to become insane 35. Bluish greens 36. Supported with money 37. Type of equation 38. Court officials 39. Indian god 40. Rids 41. Leak slowly through 42. Units of ionizing radiation 43. Midway between south and southeast CLUES DOWN 1. Native of Slovakia 2. Deli meat 3. Fibrous substance in fungi 4. Cutting 5. Vedder and Van Halen 6. Horror comic novelist 7. Rulers of Tunis 9. Shaped like a circle 10. Make a pig of oneself 12. Aphorism 14. Witness 15. Single Lens Reflex 17. Freshwater North American fish 19. Nautical ropes 20. Leg (slang) 23. Pokes holes in 24. Moved quickly on foot 25. Fix-it shops 26. Type of bread 27. Repaired 28. Synthetic diamond (abbr.) 29. Type of drug (abbr.) 30. German city along the Rhine 31. Animal disease 32. Martini necessities 33. Get away from 34. Village in Mali 36. Djibouti franc Happy October! This summer, a new live music lounge called Uncle Cheef opened in Brewster, featuring fantastic music evenings from Wednesday to Saturday, and during Sunday brunch. While you may recognize some of their weekly lineup, you can be assured the music will be outstanding in this intimate, yet spacious, 106-seat room. Fivetime Grammy winning saxophonist, Ian Hendrickson-Smith (a.k.a. Uncle Cheef) curates the music. Additionally, Hendriskcon-Smith and his business partner, wife Jenny Larisey, have painstakingly designed the listening room down to the most finite detail to enhance your listening experience. While the music is primarily jazz oriented, Hendrickson-Smith is bringing in other genres as well. Thursdays are funk night, and the venue is showcasing talent you won’t catch elsewhere. Wednesdays are a great night for something different. Oct. 11, the Hudson Valley Blues Society will present Blues, Roots & Americana songwriter Dave Keys. On Oct. 25, Hear It There presents bluesy folk songwriter David Ray. Wednesdays are all day happy hour featuring discounted beverages accompanied by their tapas-style dinner menu. It’s a fun night, won’t break the bank and you’ll be home early enough to meet Thursday morning obligations. If jazz is not your thing, see below for exciting live music this month. For a complete listing of local live music events in the New York Metro area, visit HearItThere.com. Bedford/Katonah The Bedford Music Festival returns from 3 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the John Jay Homestead, 400 Jay St., featuring The Wailers. General admission tickets along with VIP packages are available at destination393.org. Mohegan Lake Thursday and Friday night acoustic music and Saturday is open mic comedy at Dog Haus Biergarten, 3137 E Main St., Cortlandt Town Center Pound Ridge The Harvest Festival is from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at The Pound Ridge Town Park, 199 Westchester Ave. There is no admission to enter and enjoy featured performers, Galactic Freedom Rockets and Guard Hill. Purdys Marc Cosgrove and his band Good Medicine will perform on Saturday, Oct. 21, at Westchester Bluegrass Club, 33 Lake Way Clubhouse. Get there early for community fun with a potluck meal at 6:15 p.m. Bring your instruments to jam and perform till Marc and Good Medicine take the stage at 8 p.m. Yorktown Heights There is a full lineup of great live music starting at 7:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday in March, at Mohansic Grill, 1500 Baldwin Road. All are invited to the 10th annual Halloween costume party featuring Class Action! Live music performers and presenters, please send your upcoming event news to [email protected]. Jacque Roche is a freelance writer, content contributor to several local publications, as well as editor and music blogger for HearItThere.com. Archived broadcasts of her 2016-2020 radio shows can be heard streaming on Mixcloud.com. JACQUE’S S PIN O N M USI C E’S MUSI C October 2023
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 BUSINESS & REAL ESTATE THE KATONAH-LEWISBORO TIMES – PAGE 23 NO NEWS... 1. Clip the short form on the page 2. Fill out the information. 3. Mail it to P.O. Box 864, Mahopac, NY 10541 4. Or visit www.halstonsubscribe.com 5. Or Scan our QR Code to Subscribe. We need you to subscribe. It’s FREE & It’s Easy! is NOT necessarily good news! Please print your first and last names and address legibly, sign and date (all required to continue receiving your subscription to this newspaper). YES, I wish to receive a FREE 3-year subscription to The Katonah-Lewisboro Times YES, I really enjoy The Katonah-Lewisboro Times and I’d like to continue receiving it for 3 years, along with a monetary contribution this year. (Please print legibly.) First (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required) (Required. Please print legibly.) 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How can you prepare for that time of your life? One key step is establishing a retirement plan for your business or yourself. And thanks to the 2022 SECURE 2.0 Act, you can now receive tax credits for opening and administering a 401(k), SEP-IRA or SIMPLE IRA. These aren’t the only plans available for small businesses or sole proprietors, but they are among the most popular. Let’s look at each of them: • 401(k) – A 401(k) offers several key benefits: First, any earnings growth is tax deferred, and your contributions can be tax deductible. (Taxes are due upon withdrawal, and withdrawals prior to age 59-1/2 may be subject to a 10% penalty.) If you choose a Roth 401(k), your contributions aren’t deductible, but your earnings and withdrawals will be tax free, provided you meet certain conditions. And a 401(k) offers a variety of investment options. If you have workers, you’ll need to consider whether to offer matching contributions, which are tax deductible to you, up to the limit of 25% of compensation paid to eligible employees. But even if you’re selfemployed, with no employees other than your spouse, you can establish what’s known as a “solo” or “owner-only” 401(k). In 2023, you can put in up to $22,500 as an employee, plus a catch-up contribution of $7,500 if you’re 50 or older, for a total of $30,000. Plus, you can contribute an additional 25% of earned income as an employer, up to an overall employee and employer maximum of $66,000 (or $73,500 if you’re 50 or older). • SEP-IRA – An SEP-IRA may be attractive to you if you’re self-employed or if you own a business but have few or no employees. That’s because you must contribute an equal percentage of your own compensation to every eligible employee. In 2023, you can contribute up to $66,000 or 25% of your income, whichever is less. • SIMPLE IRA – A SIMPLE IRA is easy to establish and administer. As with an SEP-IRA, earnings in a SIMPLE IRA can grow on a tax-deferred basis. If you have employees, they aren’t required to contribute to this plan — but you are. You must match up to 3% of employees’ contributions or provide 2% of their annual salaries, although you do have some flexibility. If your business goes through a rough patch, you can temporarily decrease SIMPLE IRA contributions to 1% for up to two years out of the previous five. Your contributions to your employees’ accounts are tax deductible, but in terms of building resources for your own retirement, a SIMPLE IRA may be less appealing because of its contribution limits, which are relatively low compared to a 401(k) or SEP IRA. In 2023, you can put in up to $15,500, or $19,000 if you’re 50 or older. You should consult with your tax advisor to determine which retirement plan is right for you. Your financial advisor can also help you explore your options. And the sooner you put a plan to work, the better. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Financial Advisor, Judi McAnaw, a resident of Katonah. She has an office at 200 Business Park Drive, Suite 107, in Armonk. Judi can be reached at 914- 669-5329. Own a business? Consider these retirement plans ‘But even if you’re self-employed, with no employees other than your spouse, you can establish what’s known as a “solo” or “owner-only” 401(k).’ -Judi McAnaw Edward Jones Financial Advisor JUDI MCANAW GUEST CORNER
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