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How to Navigate the College Planning Process When Your Child Has Learning/Emotional Differences

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Presented by The Byram Hills High School Counseling Department, The Byram Hills Department of Special Services and, C.H.I.L.D.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Byram Hills High School

Please join C.H.I.L.D., the BHHS Counseling Department and Special Services for an informative evening that will include an experienced group of panelists. Hear perspectives first-hand about the college planning process and receive helpful tools for parents of students who have learning and/or emotional challenges.

Panelists:

  • Anne Kaplan, BHHS School Counselor
  • Jill Boynton, Director of Special Services and Health Services (K-12)
  • Gabriella Burd, Director of Disability Services at Manhattanville College
  • A recent high school graduate.

Moderated by Dr. Michael McGrath, Chair of the BHHS Counseling Department

We look forward to seeing you there!

C.H.I.L.D. is a parent-based committee of the Byram Hills PTSA. C.H.I.L.D. is a network of resources, information and support for educators and families with children who have learning and/or emotional differences, from preschool through high school.

Presentation about the Kuba People and Traditions at Neuberger Museum of Art Draws more than 200

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More than 200 people attended the opening reception for “Kuba Textiles: Geometry in Form, Space, and Time at the Neuberger Museum of Art, Purchase College, SUNY, on February 28. In the present-day Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Kuba peoples are renowned for their cut-pile raffia cloths. Characterized by resplendent surface elaboration, these garments are detailed and complex like other Kuba decorative arts, a feature found in no other African kingdom. Remarkable not only for their beauty but also for their large scale, they are worn on special occasions by men and women, and display the status of the wearer. Marie-Therese Brincard, curator, presented a talk on the Kuba people and the extraordinary textiles they’ve produced, that are now on view in this historic exhibition, organized by the Museum, through June 28, 2015.

Johanna Cooper, Pleasantville; Ava Zukowsky of Armonk.
Johanna Cooper, Pleasantville; Ava Zukowsky of Armonk.
Ava Zukowsky of Armonk; Helen Neuberger, Cortlandt Manor; Aileen Ganz of Rye; Carol Gillette of White Plains
Ava Zukowsky of Armonk; Helen Neuberger, Cortlandt Manor; Aileen Ganz of Rye; Carol Gillette of White Plains

Amazing Grace in Bedford Hills Correctional Facility

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Amazing GraceAmazing Grace, a documentary about the making of the first and only musical ever staged inside Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, will be shown on April 16 at the Congregation B’nai Yisrael in Armonk under the auspices of the Katonah-based non-profit organization Rehabilitation Through The Arts (RTA).

The musical grew out of a writing class for inmates led by RTA facilitators Phyllis Ross and Anne Twomey Lloyd, the Tony-nominated actress. Asked to write autobiographical pieces, the women turned in such eloquent and poignant stories that composer-songwriter Michael Minard, also an RTA facilitator, was inspired to add original melodies in the favorite styles of the authors—rock, salsa, rap–and turn those words into more than a dozen songs. The resulting musical, in July 2013 in the prison gymnasium, drew roof-raising applause from other inmates and invited guests.

The April 16 showing of the documentary, which includes over six months of rehearsals and interviews with cast members, will begin at 7 p.m.. There is no admission charge, but donations to RTA are welcomed.

RTA was founded by Katherine Vockins in 1996 as a small theatre group in Sing Sing Correctional Facility. Today, RTA’s volunteer facilitators teach dance, creative writing, music, visual arts and theater in five New York State correctional facilities in the Hudson Valley.

As the Amazing Grace film demonstrates, RTA is a transformative program that uses the arts to teach critical life skills to men and women behind prison walls. RTA changes the lives of its incarcerated participants, their families and the communities to which they return.

Where: Congregation B’nai Yisrael, 2 Banksville Road, Armonk

When: Thursday: April 16, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Mobile Based, Eco Friendly Taxi Co. Debuts in Westchester–“CASTLE CAB CORP.”

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A long anticipated and much needed transportation service has arrived toIMG_0013 (2) Northern Westchester. Taxicab veteran and Armonk resident, Jason Rosenzweig, has tapped into an unmet need in the local marketplace, a convenient, cost-effective, professional and environmentally friendly taxicab company.

Launched a month ago, Castle Cab Corp. makes getting around North Castle and its surrounding communities easy for residents of all ages. As a mobile based cab company, this upscale taxi service with a fleet of eco-friendly, brand new Prius V hybrid sedans, accepts both on demand and advance reservations and is just a call, tap, or a click away.

“After a wonderful 25 years in the New York City yellow taxicab business, I am thrilled to debut Castle Cab Corp, an exciting new venture that will provide app-based, on demand, reliable, safe, and economical transportation 24/7 to Armonk and the surrounding communities,” said Rosenzweig. He has teamed up with childhood friends, Andrew and Edward Stoppelman of Red Oak Transportation, one of Westchester County’s premier luxury transportation companies for Castle Cab Corp.’s office operations and maintenance.

Together, they have over 75 years of experience in the taxicab business. “It was a handshake over a good idea and it represents another generation of cab company owners joining together.” Just as Mr. Rosenzweig’s father had a long friendship and business relationship with Andrew and Edward’s dad, he now, with that same respect and trust, joins forces with them.

“Castle Cab Corp., in partnership with Red Oak, is unique in its use of mobile based technology, inclusive consistent pricing, and employment and training of each uniformed and professional driver.” said Rosenzweig. “The local marketplace has not seen anything like this.” The white cars with blue lettering are easy to spot around town, and the drivers are sporting logoed shirts, jackets, and hats. Beyond on demand requests, Castle Cab Corp. takes advanced reservations, has dispatchers working around the clock to manage efficient pickups and offers set pricing inclusive of tax and tip.

“We are looking to serve the community from business people to families, nannies, children, and seniors” says Mr. Rosenzweig. “That means providing service to train stations, airports, medical appointments, after school activities, shopping, special events, dining, parties, and the like. The best part is that the app allows for vehicle tracking, so you can see the cab on its way, and can be in constant contact with the driver. As a parent, priceless.”

Castle Cab Corp.’s primary service area is to towns in the vicinity of Armonk including Bedford, Mount Kisco, Chappaqua, Pleasantville, North White Plains, White Plains, Purchase, West Harrison, and surrounding areas. Service requests outside the primary area will also be honored.

Castle Cab Corp. can be reached at 914 273 2535, info@ridecastle.com, or simply go to ridecastle.com. To request a ride, on demand or in advance, download the app, reserve online, or call the office. You can create an account for you and your family.

REST IN PEACE – Miles Applebaum

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Miles Applebaum

Today we received official news of the devastating loss of one of our alumni, Miles Applebaum. He had been reported missing on Monday and his body was found in a nearby forest preserve Thursday evening.

Miles came to Lagond in the fall of 2009, playing guitar in his first band, Sasquatch (dressed like lumberjacks!) and continuing to study with us and perform in numerous bands over the years, developing a particular affinity and talent for jazz. He had a fluid, light touch in his jazz playing but could rock with the best of them.

Today the entire Lagond community is deeply saddened by this loss, remembering a gentle, articulate and always stylish young man. Miles requested that people listen to the song ‘Revelry’ by Kings of Leon, and think of him.

Our love and prayers are now with the Applebaum family as they go through these difficult times. Miles’ mother Shari has requested that we jot down any memories or experiences we have had with Miles for her in order to keep his spirit alive within all of us. Any stories can be sent to the school for us to submit to the family or if you are Facebook friends, please post on Miles’ wall.

The funeral services will take place on Sunday, October 5th at 11:30 am at Congregation B’nai Yisrael, 2 Banksville Road in Armonk, NY. Shiva will be in the Applebaum home beginning at 5 pm on Sunday and extend through Tuesday.

Miles struggled with depression which, it appears, finally overtook him. We strongly urge anyone who suffers from this overpowering disease to speak out and seek proper help and treatment. Depression is a silent killer and not one that can be easily borne alone, a condition it prefers. We will carry the sadness of his struggle with us forever. He was a good man with a lifetime of beautiful gifts to offer.

“So the time we shared it was precious to me
All the while I was dreaming of revelry…”

– Kings of Leon, ‘Revelry’

Charlie, Rosanne and the Lagond community