Happenings

Natterjack Toad, a rock, funk, and blues band featuring three dads from Chappaqua (Mike Corso-vocals/guitar, Barry Wiseman-bass, and Jamie Propp-guitars) with support from Ira Langstein (guitar,Rye Brook) and Gary Schwartz (drums, Brewster) will perform their 2nd annual holiday bash at Paulie’s in Pleasantville.

As in the past, Natterjack Toad and Paulie’s offer free admission to the following: all Chappaqua Softball players, all parents of Horace Greeley football and soccer players, all coaches of Horace Greeley teams…and all “Chappaqua Moms”).  Only $5 admission for all others.

Saturday night’s event will feature the music of The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, The Black Crowes, The Band, Bob Dylan, Badfinger, Stevie Wonder, Mott the Hoople, John Mellencamp, The Allman Bros, and The Who. Also included are tributes to Lou Reed, Levon Helm, Pete Ham, Duane Allman, and John Entwistle.

According to band leader, Mike Corso, “Natterjack Toad always looks forward to gathering our friends and neighbors from the community for an outstanding evening of music and libations but this year’s performance is especially important to us as we will be paying tribute to those who have left such a strong legacy and inspire us to keep jammin’ until we draw our final breaths.”

Corso continues: “We will be playing our hearts out and sharing a ’70’s basement’ vibe that we’ve been feeling for the past few weeks (while rehearsing in my…basement). Additionally, we’re grateful to Paulie’s for making their home ours and treating our fans with fantastic food and drink specials for this night only: $5 drafts of Captain Lawrence and $5 martinis!”

Website: www.natterjacktoad.com

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a cousin and close friend who is currently battling breast cancer, I am donating half of my net profits from all of my pink artwork sold throughout the month of October to the Susan G.Komen Fund for the Cure. Whether you want to start your holiday shopping early or treat yourself to something beautiful to put on your wall, hurry over to my online gallery by October 31, 2013 and buy art in support of this endeavor. You can find my photos on holiday greeting cards and iPhone cases as well as in frames or as loose prints, on both large and small canvases, on metal and acrylic. Whether your tastes run to intense pink sunsets by the shore, views of New England lighthouses at twilight, bold pink flowers and butterflies, or large abstract works, you are sure to find something to inspire you.

I know we are in a tough economy and there are so many good causes out there, so I’ve priced my smaller images with an eye to making it easier for those on a limited budget to be able to help out.

Even if a purchase isn’t possible right now, thanks for taking a look and for all your “likes” on facebook, pins, and encouragement.

Here is the link to those pink photos for sale on Fine Art America and on pixels.com

40PinkPhotos4aCure

Fine Art America is the premier online marketplace for purchasing fine art originals and prints.  It is also the easiest way to discover new artists and art galleries and to stay connected to your local art scene!

marianne-campolongo.fineartamerica.com

Local Elections Are Around the Corner – Don’t Miss Candidates’ Night and Be Sure to Use the League’s Resources to Make Informed Choices

Candidates’ Night Thursday, October 24th at 7 pm

Chappaqua Library

The League of Women Voters of New Castle invites the Community to Candidates’ Night on Thursday, October 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chappaqua Library Theater, 95 South Greeley Avenue, Chappaqua, N.Y. Come see and hear your local candidates in the flesh!  Ask them questions.*  Enjoy our famously delicious refreshments!  This is an evening you won’t want to miss!  But if you can’t come to the library . . .

This year for the first time, the Chappaqua Library has the ability, thanks to New Castle Community Media Center, to stream the proceedings at Candidates’ Night LIVE! The Center will publish a link for the high definition internet stream next week.  Questions may be submitted by e-mail during Candidates’ Night to the following address:  lwv.newcastle@gmail.org.  You must provide your name and address with your question.

All candidates have accepted our invitation:

WESTCHESTER COUNTY LEGISLATOR, DISTRICT 4 (1 Legislator):

• Gregory Kane
• Michael Kaplowitz

NEW CASTLE TOWN SUPERVISOR (1 Supervisor):

• Robert Greenstein
• Penelle Paderewski

NEW CASTLE TOWN BOARD (2 SEATS) :

• Adam Brodsky
• John Buckley
• Lisa Katz
• Michael Wolfensohn

TOWN JUSTICE (1 Justice):

• Stuart Miller
• Noah Sorkin

*Judicial candidates will present a statement; no questions will be taken from the audience.

Forum for Candidates for County Office

LWV of Westchester and Pace University Present a Forum for Candidates for County Office

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Pace University Graduate Center, Room 206, 1 Martine Avenue, White Plains. (Parking in Galleria lot)

5:00 pm – Registration and question collection

5:30-6:30 pm – Candidates for County Executive: Rob Astorino, incumbent, and Noam Bramson, New Rochelle Mayor.

6:45 – 7:15 pm – Candidate for District Attorney: Statement by incumbent, Janet DiFiore, who is running unopposed.

7:30-8:15 pm – Candidates for County Clerk: Timothy Idoni, incumbent, and Mary Beth Murphy, Somers Town Supervisor.

For further information, contact Adelaide DiGiorgi, 779-1288

Did You Know that there are Six Ballot Proposals in November?

By Mary Kirsch

League of Women Voters of New Castle Board Member

Election Day approaches! We will make our way to the polls in spite of being busy and/or tired, sometimes in spite of bad weather.  We are motivated knowing that voting is an important responsibility and should be taken seriously.

Well, brace yourselves! This November there are six statewide ballot questions. The ballot proposals are:

1. Casino gambling

2. Civil Service Credit for Veterans with Disabilities Certified Post-Appointment

3. Exclusion of Indebtedness Contracted for Sewage Facilities

4. Settling Disputed Title in the Forest Preserve

5. In Relation to a Land Exchange in the State Forest Preserve with NYCO Minerals, Inc.

6. Increasing Age until which Certain State Judges Can Serve

The NYS League of Women Voters has compiled a brief summary of each proposal and presented the pros and cons (if any) of a yes vote for each proposal. Click HERE to see the summary. Also, a pamphlet titled “2013 Voters Guide Part II” is being distributed by the LWV of New Castle. Look for it at our Candidates’ Night on October 24th at 7:00 p.m. at the Chappaqua Library Theater. You can also find it online at www.lwvny.org and as part of www.Vote411.org.

Click here to make a tax-deductible donation to LWVNC Citizen Education Fund.

Prefer to pay by check or avoid the processing fee?  Click here for a form you can print and mail in.
Not sure if you have renewed? Email Lea Barth, Membership Chair at barthpetrillo@gmail.com.

Come see Arc Stages’ first Community Stage production!

November 1st at 8PM (Opening Night Benefit)
November 2nd at 8PM
November 3rd at 7PM
November 8th at 8PM
November 9th at 8PM
November 10th at 3PM

Friday November 1, 2013 to Sunday November 10, 2013 To pee or not to pee…

Arc Stages Annual Haunted House

Zelda Zane is attempting to sell the Haunted Mansion at 147 Wheeler Avenue in Pleasantville, NY.  Are you interested?  Come take a tour of the mansion and perhaps you will want to become a permanent resident!!
This is a family friendly event, with fun and spooks for all ages!

Join us on November 6th for a presentation and luncheon featuring Maria Otero, Former Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights in the administration of President Barack Obama.

Women and the Global Immigrant Experience Presentation and Luncheon, November 6, 2013

A presentation featuring:

MARIA OTERO
Former Under Secratary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights to Hillary Clinton

Maria Otero will discuss her work to empower women around the world and how these ideas can be implemented locally.

Proceeds to promote empowerment programs at Neighbors Link.

Ticket – $150

Event sponsors will receive an invitation to a private reception with Maria Otero prior to the luncheon. Sponsor options: Platinum $10,000, Gold $5,000, Silver $1000.

11 AM – Private sponsor reception with Maria Otero
12 PM – Presentation and luncheon

Further Information & Sponsorships:

914-666-3410 ext. 20 / kgraves-abe@neighborslink.org

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Glen Arbor Golf Club
234 Bedford Center Road
Bedford Hills, NY 10507