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DiFiore Conceals Loss Of Her Gun;
Falsely Reports Theft Of Her Car
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This Week...
Northern Westchester, p2: A .38 Cal. Special Mod. 60
Should Fat People Pay More?
In Our Opinion, p4:
How Cozy!
Living Latino, p10:
Latino Health
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Christopher Columbus
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Index
The Advocate:
The Case Against Janet DiFiore ................................................................................................ 5
Classified ......................................................................................................... 26
Community Calendar ..........................................................................22, 23 2 William Street, Suite 406 White Plains, NY 10601
The Court Report: Westchester’s Most Influential Weekly
Sworn Affidavits Reveal Alvarado/Terrero Election Fraud ................................3, 6, 7
Design Inspirations: Publisher: Editor-in-Chief:
Sitting Pretty .........................................................................................................8, 9 Guardian News Corp. Guardian News Corp.
Horoscope: Shimmering Stars, Oct. 8 - 14..............................................14, 15 Sam Zherka, President Richard Blassberg, Vice President
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In Our Opinion:
How Cozy! .......................................................................................................4 Graphic Designer/Newspaper & Advertising Design:
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Wrongfully Convicted Prisoner In Sing Sing
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4. Four candidates appeared on the ballot for the 2d Council District race: (i) Virginia Perez;
(ii) Wilson Terrero; (iii) Eulogio Santiago; and (iv) Jose Roman. Ms. Perez and Mr.
The following affidavits, with personal information redacted toTerrero
protect privacy, are but three of several that
were the leaders in a tight race, and Messers. Santiago and Roman were minor
were never heard in Westchester Supreme Court last Tuesday, September 29. Their content is self-explanatory.
candidates in the race.
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK 5. Two candidates appeared on the ballot for the 17th County District race: (i) challenger,
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER
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In the Matter of the Petition of :
: Council District representative; and (ii) incumbent, Jose Alvarado.
JOSE ALVARADO, an aggrieved candidate, : Index No. 21336-2009
: Hon. Gerald E. Loehr 6. I was a poll watcher for Virginia Perez at 15 Hamilton Place in Ward 4. Voting machines
Petitioner, :
: for Election Districts 4, 6 and 7 were placed there. A woman named Rosie (telephone
ROSA GOMEZ, being duly sworn, deposes and says as follows: approximately 150 pounds.
1. I reside at 47 Northfield Avenue in Dobbs Ferry, New York 10522. My telephone 9. Ishmael and Magali were clearly partisans for Alvarado and Terrero. Ishmael tried to
number is (347) 776-3304. I am a realtor, and currently, work as a referral agent for force me to leave the vicinity, and falsely claimed I was not permitted to be there as a poll
Better Homes and Gardens Realty in Dobbs Ferry. watcher for Virginia Perez. I stood my ground and refused to abandon my post which
2. The Democratic Party primary election took place on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. Two upset him.
races in Yonkers appeared on the ballot: (i) the 2d Council District for the Yonkers City 10. In the morning, Magali left Ishmael at the registration desk and announced she was going
Council; and (ii) the 17 County District for the Westchester Board of Legislators.
th
number 407-923-2169) was there as a poll watcher for Eulogio Santiago. ____________________________
Rosa Gomez
7. A man named Ishmael and a woman named Magali, whom I understand are related, were
Sworn to and subscribed
the Board of Elections poll workers who greeted voters, examined voters’ registration before me this September 27, 2009.
cards, compared voters’ signatures with the Board of Election registration books, and ________________________
Notary Public
directed voters to the voting machine situated behind the registration table where they
were sitting.
Continued on page 6
8. Magali is described as a Puerto Rican woman, 5'4", dyed light brown hair, weighing
9. Ishmael and Magali were clearly partisans for Alvarado and Terrero. Ishmael tried to
PAGE THE WESTCHESTER GUARDIAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009
W hen news that Andy Spano & Company had gotten the hom-
eowners and taxpayers of Westchester into a terrible situation,
one that will cost $65 million, and possibly much more, including
My name is Joshua Askew of Mt Vernon. Having been
unable to reach my son by telephone I searched the inter-
net to find my ex wife. She had moved to Pennsylvania and
placed my son into a residential treatment facility, Hoffman
bond interest and overhead, not to mention the surrender of home Homes, in Gettysburgh, without my knowledge. She refused
rule to a federal monitor, and our wrongful loss of reputation, Dan to provide me with any information. I contacted the facility
Schorr, Republican Candidate for District Attorney, called upon Janet and spoke to a case worker, a Ms. Barnes, and set up a visit.
DiFiore to open an investigation. She informed me that my son was being medicated with Ris-
peridal. I checked the drug on the internet to find out what it
Mr. Schorr, of course, was quite right. DA Janet DiFiore had every was for and what the side effects might be for an 8 year old. To
good reason to open an investigation into where $52 million had been my surprise the drug hadn’t been approved for children and
misappropriated between 2000 and 2006, and why it was that Andy causes sterility. When I got there I saw he didn’t look well. His
Spano and members of his administration had accepted federal block face was swollen and he had a lost look on his face. He was
grant money under specific terms and conditions over and over again, glad to see me.
making false claims about the use of those funds, and, repeatedly po- The counselors gave me a tour to assure me that my son
tentially subjecting taxpayers and homeowners to significant penal- was in good care. They were also very vague as to why he
ties and loss of local autonomy. was there. I asked them why they would have my son taking a
drug that isn’t approved for children and causes sterility. They
However, when confronted with the choice of protecting the People’s told me my son had been diagnosed Bipolar and ADHD. I
interests, or those of her pal Andy, the nearly one million residents and filed for custody immediately. I received custody of my son
taxpayers, as always in Janet’s calculations, were made to take a back March 11, 2005.
seat. The simple truth of the matter is that she owes her “election” to the On April 12 2005, due to an incident at school caused a
Office of District Attorney as a Republican in 2005 to Andy Spano, Lar- CPS [Child Protective Services] investigation was commenced.
ry Schwartz, Nick Spano, and Reginald LaFayette, acting in concert. Case worker Nina Nelson/WCDSS [Westchester County De-
partment of Social Services] came to my home with blank dis-
An independent prosecutor, one who was not tied to the political ma- closure forms for me to sign.. I refused. She advised me to have
chinery, would need no urging to protect the People’s interest. She my son evaluated at Mt. Vernon Hospital. I cooperated, being I
would have opened a comprehensive investigation into why such a wanted to help my son get the care he needed.
huge sum of money, $52 million in federal block grants, nearly nine At the hospital while I was registering my son Ms. Nelson
million dollars a year for six years, was doled out by Andy Spano out was speaking with a nurse, the same nurse checked my son’s
vitals. We were escorted to a small room in the back.
of compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants, yet repeat- After almost three hours my fiancé went to get us all din-
edly vouchered for as though in compliance. ner. We ate and waited a few more hours. I asked Dr. Bartow
Of course, if Janet DiFiore were a principled, independent prosecu- (the one who blew himself up) if he knew how long it would
tor, she would be seeking “reelection” as the Republican she truly is, be before my son could be evaluated. He told me “We have a
and her campaign operatives wouldn’t be going around, all over the bed for him”. I asked him how could he have a bed for him
without an evaluation? He called the police on me.
County, cozying her signs up close to Spano’s. The police that were sent were threatening and used vul-
gar language. My fiancé called 911 to request to have a ser-
geant come to the hospital. She called three times and was
told “The police are already there.”
Finally a Dr. E. Walsh came and evaluated my son. He
rectified the whole situation and sent us home. This trau-
matic event was not over. I received a call from Susan Berger
and Terry Richard both of CPS. They requested that I apply
for welfare to get “services” for my son. I asked them about
the legalities on page 14 of the Welfare intake form which is
needed to apply for services. They were unable to answer my
questions. I went to DSS to ask them about the application.
They called the police on me and had me BANNED from the
Continued on pg. 12
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6. She told me I must go to Locust Hill School to vote. I went there and was turned away by
a white man in his mid-50s with glasses. He said my name was not in the registration
PAGE THE WESTCHESTER GUARDIAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009
book and directed me to the voting precinct at 15 Hamilton Avenue.
Court Report, continued from page 3 7. I went there and met a poll worker named Magali who was at the registration table with
her relatives, Diana, Janet, Ishmael and his wife, Elizabeth. I know these folks because I
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER worked with them around ten years ago as a poll worker.
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In the Matter of the Petition of : 8. Magali informed me that I was not registered at that location and directed me to go to 334
:
JOSE ALVARADO, an aggrieved candidate, : Index No. 21336-2009 Riverdale Avenue and Post Street to vote.
: Hon. Gerald E. Loehr
Petitioner, : 9. I went there and the man at the registration table asked for my address. He then said I
:
- against - : was not registered at that location. I refused to leave, and insisted on looking at the
: AFFIDAVIT
THE WESTCHESTER BOARD OF ELECTIONS, : registration book myself. The moment I did so, I found my name clearly listed in the
CAROLEE SUNDERLAND and REGINALD :
LAFAYETTE, Commissioner constituting the Board, and : book. He knew I had caught him in a lie.
;
SANDY ANNABI, Candidate, : 10. I tried to vote for Virginia Perez on Line 9A but the lever was jammed. I had to press it
:
Respondents. : repeatedly, and finally, after applying intense pressure, the lever went down.
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11. I work with a bus driver named Angel Bautista who lives at 289 Nepperhan Avenue in
STATE OF NEW YORK )
: ss: Yonkers. This building was a voting precinct. Mr. Bautista’s brother, Primitivo Maria
COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER )
Bautista, is a campaign worker for Alvarado, and poll workers at that location were
CARMEN MARRERO, being duly sworn, deposes and says:
telling voters they must vote for Alvarado and Terrero.
1. I reside at 161 Beech Street, Apartment 2, in Yonkers, New York. My telephone number
12. In addition, Mr. Bautista told me his son, also named Angel, who resides in Staten Island,
is 914-562-5873. I am employed as a bus monitor for Mile Square, a school bus company
received a form from the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“BICE”)
in Yonkers.
requesting references for the son’s application for a green card, i.e., permanent residency.
2. The Democratic Party primary election took place on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. -2-
Primitivo gave the form to Alvarado who signed it, and promised to provide a letter to
3. Four candidates appeared on the ballot for the Yonkers 2d Council District race: (i)
BICE on his official letterhead in exchange for Mr. Bautista’s vote.
Virginia Perez; (ii) Wilson Terrero; (iii) Eulogio Santiago; and (iv) Jose Roman.
13. I have a co-worker named Marina. I overheard her conversation with another co-worker
4. I went to my designated polling place at the Enrico Fermi School. I met a young woman
in which she said she was voting for Alvarado because he promised that, if she registered
at the registration table using a laptop computer. She is described as 5',4", dark skinned
to vote and voted for him, he would bring her orphaned grandchildren in Equador to this
and I believe of Dominican origin.
5. She told me I could not vote because my name was not in the registration book, even country.
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though she did not check the book. 14. Before the election, I was approached by a light skinned Hispanic man about 5',6" who
6. She told me I must go to Locust Hill School to vote. I went there and was turned away by identified himself as a campaign worker for Alvarado and Terrero. I recognized this man
a white man in his mid-50s with glasses. He said my name was not in the registration because I have seen him walking his dog in the neighborhood previously. He told me
book and directed me to the voting precinct at 15 Hamilton Avenue. that, if I voted for Alvarado and Terrero, they in turn would help me with my rent and get
7. I went there and met a poll worker named Magali who was at the registration table with me qualified for Section 8 subsidized housing.
her relatives, Diana, Janet, Ishmael and his wife, Elizabeth. I know these folks because I
____________________________
Carmen Marrero
worked with them around ten years ago as a poll worker.
Sworn to and subscribed
8. Magali informed me that I was not registered at that location and directed me to go to 334
before me this September 24, 2009.
Riverdale Avenue and Post Street to vote.
________________________
Notary Public
9. I went there and the man at the registration table asked for my address. He then said I
was not registered at that location. I refused to leave, and insisted on looking at the
registration book myself. The moment I did so, I found my name clearly listed in the
10. I tried to vote for Virginia Perez on Line 9A but the lever was jammed. I had to press it
repeatedly, and finally, after applying intense pressure, the lever went down.
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2. The Democratic Party primary election took place on Tuesday, September 15, 2009.
3. Four candidates appeared on the ballot for the Yonkers 2d Council District race: (i)
Virginia Perez; (ii) Wilson Terrero; (iii) Eulogio Santiago; and (iv) Jose Roman.
4. Two candidates appeared on the ballot for the 17th County District race: (i) challenger,
Sandy Annabi, currently Democratic Majority Leader on the Yonkers City Council and 2d
5. I went to the Enrico Fermi School to vote. I intended to vote for Virginia Perez and
Sandy Annabi.
6. I was turned away by a poll worker who was clearly partisan for Alvarado and Terrero. I
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was told that I was a registered Republican, and could not vote in the Democratic
primary.
7. I have never been a Republican, and always have been a registered Democrat.
____________________________
Jennifer Castillo
________________________
Notary Public
PAGE 8 THE WESTCHESTER GUARDIAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009
Veronica Imperatrice
Sitting Pretty
Every room in your home family room, living room, and if a wider space.
has its own unique character. The possible, a bedroom. What could Another
charm that you are attempting be more cozy than sitting with a myth is that you
to achieve develops with when youngster in one of these chairs shouldn’t use
you place items with every step and sharing a bedtime story? dark colors in a
you take. Furniture should be Loveseats overall are a waste small area. The
arranged, not dropped in a spot of money, unless you have a lot truth is that if
and forgotten about. Your seating of it to throw around. The “chair you paint two
arrangement is where your living and a half ” is perfect for individ- walls in a dark-
is, so it’s critical that you develop ual comfort. Some even feature er shade, and
a good flow and comfort within a reclining element that is to die two in a lighter,
the room. Placing items along all for! contrasting
four walls is a “No No”. Arrang- Let’s discuss some of the every shade, you will
ing them in a configuration that day issues that most of us face at have accom-
will be warm and inviting for one time or another. The shape of plished, once
relaxation and conversation is the room, not just the size, but the again opening
what you should be attempting to actual shape can sometimes make the space so that
achieve. it challenging when placing fur- they will appear
Knowing the various sizes of niture. If you are working with a larger.
When a room has three inte-
the items you are working with narrow room, a common mistake What about a room that is
rior walls, and just one exterior,
is essential. The length, depth, is placing items against the walls in lacking windows and/or a view?
you must play up the exterior wall
and height of your sofa and the length of the room. This could be a boring, and un-
by adding very eye-catching win-
chairs should be your number Try to visualize seeing a skinny interesting area that no one will
dow treatment, nothing heavy or
one concern. If you are buying person wearing a vertically striped enjoy being in unless you have the
dark. You want to help bring the
new items, consider purchasing outfit. It doesn’t look very good, and key in transforming it into a place
outdoors in, the best way you can.
the “chair and a half ’ instead of that is what you would be seeing if of interest.
a loveseat; it will measure about you were to place all of the items in
fifty-two inches across and you a vertical direction. You must cross
should allow for forty-two inches over the narrow space with some
in depth. horizontal pieces of interest. This
This is a perfect addition for a will actually give the appearance of
THE WESTCHESTER GUARDIAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009 PAGE
Next, paint the walls in two and a skirted bottom on others is
shades rather than one. Since the more attractive. Interesting seat-
interior wall space will not be an ing arrangements are not only
issue, select larger pieces of art meant for the living room or fam-
work rather than many small in- ily room.
significant ones throughout the Bring some chair items into
room. Placing a mirror on the op- your bedroom if space permits,
posite side of the exterior wall will especially the master bedroom. A
help open up the area and reflect set of two chairs and small table
your one wall with windows. Even will be a wonderful addition in
the best decorator faces challeng- your bedroom. Create a cozy cor-
es; it is up to the individual to find ner that you can retreat to for a
their own solutions to eliminate little peace and quiet.
the problems. Guest rooms can also be
When it comes to adding accent adorned with a simple comfy
chairs to your room, once again, chair with table and lamp. Coor-
you need to keep size in mind. A set dinating the upholstery with the
of two smaller chairs well in a room bedding and window treatment
that already has a sofa, “chair and a will add a cheerful touch which
half”, and club chair. Don’t overfill a will be appreciated.
room. Space is important for an easy Seating is a necessity, but it
walk thru and for the overall visual should also be a pleasure to see
feel of a room. and enjoy. Make this a priority the
All chairs do not have to be next time you are decorating your
fully upholstered, if anything, hav- living room or family room. n
ing exposed wood on some items
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Ioanna N. Burgos
Forecasts
Aries (March 21-April 19): The Your ruler, Mars, is in harmony with hat in the ring. The question is- re- repeated and judged harshly.
success of the Jupiter Station in your Venus. Seize the day and resolve gardless of what the ‘group’ thinks, Gemini (May 21-June 21): Your rul-
11th house of friends, community, any long standing issues with family what do you want the next 12 years er, Mercury is a busy and overworked
and vision for the future hinges on and coworkers. The friends entering to look like? Before your ruler Venus bee this week and if left unchecked,
your ability to handle (and work your life now are ones you can de- enters your 6th house of day-to-day the mental gymnastics could add up
with) the whole truth and nothing pend on. habits, she engages Mars in your to one big fat migraine. The ‘Trick-
but the truth. Lucky Jupiter stations Taurus (April 20-May 20): Jupi- 3rd house of siblings, neighbors and ster’ first conjoins somber Saturn
and turns direct at the ‘unmasking’ ter’s forward movement in your 10th small talk: Each and every encoun- (don’t let the seriousness of the con-
degree that hints at full disclosure. house gets some of that phenomenal ter is meaningful and brings you versation get you down) and then en-
Take your cues from fellow Aries career mojo going again and with closer to achieving harmony where ters creative and romantic Libra. Be
David Letterman. With dignity and plenty of support from coworkers, it matters most. Refrain from gos- careful that your words of love aren’t
courage, he showed us who’s boss. there’s no excuse not to throw your siping, your innocent words may be overheard, read, and responded to by
THE WESTCHESTER GUARDIAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2009 PAGE 15
a third party who thinks they’re the don’t spill all the beans just yet. There your sign so dress the part and put Sun (Saturn) in your 9th house of re-
only one. Generous Jupiter (ruler of are factions that want to hold on to your best face forward. ligion and personal philosophy. The
your 7th house of partners) turns di- the past who will need to be brought Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): In the implication is that you must first re-
rect in your legal 9th house of public along slowly. film classic “Gone With the Wind” view and reconcile any moral con-
relations. For what would you like to Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Okay, so there’s a scene in which one of the flicts you have with your position
be recognized? your ruling planet, Mercury, con- slaves yells out “It’s quitting time.” before going public. It’s the equiva-
Cancer (June 22-July 22): What joins stodgy Saturn one last time Big Sam, (the slave in charge) ad- lent of a judge thoroughly doing his
would you say (and do) if you were and you’re forced to keep it real and monishes him, saying, “It ain’t quit- homework before donning his robe.
guaranteed the home life, and the possibly be the bearer of bad tidings. tin’ time until I says it’s quittin’ time”. Do not be shy about consulting with
emotional and financial security you But your ‘message’ is not one of de- He then yells to the group “It’s quit- all involved parties. You’re poised to
long for in exchange for committing struction, it’s one of necessity. Re- ting time.” No matter who says it achieve a peace that was thought to
to the health and well being of your mind yourself (and others if need be) first, the Sun is setting on an aspect be unattainable.
neighbors? Would you recycle ev- that you always have and always will of the way your team works. Perhaps Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You’re
erything? Would you give up plastic have their best interests at heart. The there are new rules which must be juggling many things, not the least
bags? Never drink and drive or speak favorable aspect from the Sun and implemented. Either way, you will of which is the lack of consideration
on your cell or text behind the wheel? Jupiter in your money/work houses be in accord and instrumental at on the part of some distracted un-
Would you eliminate noise pollution? brings good news in the financials. getting the new policies in motion. derlings and coworkers. And while
Would you reduce your carbon foot- Share the wealth by keeping morale Jupiter direct in your 4th house en- the legitimacy of their ‘issues’ is of
print? This is what you’re faced with. up. Small thoughtful gestures make ables you to think seriously about no consolation to you, know that a
It will become undeniably clear that all the difference in the world. home improvement and a possible resolution is at hand. Also know that
your safety is directly linked to your Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): You’ll expansion in where you live. you will probably be the one mak-
behavior toward others. Wow. run the gamut of emotions and ex- Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Ve- ing it happen. Upbeat and expan-
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Two parts of periences this week but all’s well nus, ruler of your 6th house of day-to- sive Jupiter turns direct in your first
your being, the generous optimist that end’s well. Your ruler, Venus, day operations meets up with Saturn, house but its good fortune will only
and the conservative bean-counter, conjoins Saturn in your hidden 12th the ruler of your 2nd house of income permeate your world, if you are will-
are competing for center stage this house and one more round of thor- in your professional 10th house and ing to be 100% up front about your
week, and in order for your life to ough soul-searching is in order be- while a little conserving is called for, motives. It’s a fair price.
work, they must share the spotlight fore the floodgates can open, Take a you’ll be pleased with the result. It Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Even
equally. Measure twice and cut once, day or two for quiet and reflection. isn’t often that all factions are on the if a partner or a representative of
and introduce your newest ideas in Energetic Mars in your 10th house is same page and ready to cooperate, so yours is taking a more tight-fisted
small increments. Your ruler, the Sun, in agreement and impassioned ca- savor the moment and go forward approach to your affairs than you’d
in your 3rd house of communication reer support from a partner or BFF with gratitude. Your ruler, Jupiter, like, they know what’s best and their
is being favorably aspected by Jupiter is a shoe-in. Jupiter turning direct in turns direct in your 3rd house of sib- timing is impeccable. A little con-
in your 7th house of partnership, con- your creative 5th house says “no more lings and communication. The favor- servation now will serve you in the
tracts, and public affairs. And while excuses”, honor your self-expres- able alliance with the Sun in your long run. You may need a loan for a
you couldn’t want for a sion and do the work, or community-oriented 11th makes you big purchase (or a project) and the
better configuration, else!! Venus enters a hero in your home town. appearance of self-control works in
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan 19): your favor. Soon enough, your co-
Here’s a question: In what way does ruler (Jupiter) will enter your sign
your world view impact your public and the floodgates will open. For
image? This week, before entering the time being, read up on what the
Libra, the ruler of your midheaven economists and astrologers are say-
(Venus) conjoins the ruler of your ing about 2010. ■
ongoing: Events for publication in our calendar are free and open to all. of film presentations, a collaboration
between the Yonkers Public Library
every wednesday Listings must be submitted at least two (2) weeks in advance.
and Questar Inc. in Chicago, will be
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Bonnie Greene will offer tips on us- ed by Stanley Kubrick. Free. 2pm,
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ies of the Iliad and other series texts
will be available to check out at the
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adventures with your local archaeo- Plains. Info: 914.422.1489.
Basic Internet class or some knowl- • Fall Scavenger Hunt. Bring your logical organization. Meet at the Na- wed., oct. 14
edge of computers is required. Free. family and take a walk to see some ture Center. Free. 1pm, Croton Point
10-11:30am, New Rochelle Public of the art and beauty of nature. Free. • Downtown Music at Grace’s
Nature Center, Croton Point Park,
Library, One Library Plaza, New 1pm, Lenoir Preserve, Dudley St., Noonday Getaway Series pres-
Croton Point Ave., Croton-on-Hud-
Rochelle. Info: 914.632.7878 x34. Yonkers. Info: 914.968.5851. ents Jazz From The Conservatory.
son. Info: 914.862.5297.
Flutist Harold Jones, pianist Irena
sat., oct. 10 • How The Algonquins of New York • Rain Garden Tour. Take a tour Portenko, bassist Lubima Kalinko-
• Digital Photograpy Class. The Discovered Henry Hudson. Evan with the horticulturist of a rain gar- va-Shentov, and percussionist Nick
New Rochelle Public Library is offer- Pritchard, author of the book Henry den, which are an environmentally Mangini, perform Claude Bolling’s
ing Introduction To Digital Photog- Hudson and the Algonquins of New friendly way of dealing with storm Suite For Flute and Jazz Piano. Free.
raphy. Photographer Sally Delmerico York, will reconstruct the timing of water run-off and occasionally wet 12:10-12:40pm, Grace Church, Ma-
will help participants become famil- Hudson’s journey and how the Al- areas in your yard. Free. 2-3pm, maroneck Ave. @ Main St., White
iar with camera settings/functions, gonquins might have known the Lasdon Park, Arboretum & Veter- Plains. Info: 914.949.0384.
basic photographic composition. day Hudson arrived in New York. ans Memorial, Rt. 35, Somers. Info:
Ms. Delmerico will cover digital ter- Free; $4 parking with County Pass, • Texas Gold – One Woman’s Fight
914.864.7063.
in the Most Polluted Place in Ameri-
tues., oct. 13 ca! Watch the film about Diane Wil-
homework help • Passport To Adventure. This series son, who led a fight against a toxic
• Grinton I. Will Library, 1500 Central Park Ave., Yonkers; Children’s
Dept. Grades 1-6. Monday -Wednesday when school is in session. Free. New Rochelle Public Library
4-6:30pm. Info: 914.337-1500 x306. Dedicates New Computer Center
• New Rochelle Public Library, One Library Plaza, New Rochelle; Chil- New Rochelle Public Library, One Library Plaza, New Rochelle, recently
dren’s Room. Grades 1-6. Monday - Thursday when school is in session. dedicated its new Computer Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The
Free. 3-4:30pm. Info: 914.632.7878.
much-needed Computer Center, located in a newly installed room on the
• Mamaroneck Public Library, 102 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck. library’s third floor, was made possible by state funds secured by State
Grades 1-6. Monday & Thursday only, when school is in session. Free. Senator Suzi Oppenheimer, State Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, and State
3:30-6pm. Info: 914.698.1250. Assemblyman George Latimer. The Center will allow for improved and
• White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Ave., White Plains; The Trove. expanded computer training for the entire community. It also extends the
Grades 1-6. Monday - Thursday when school is in session. Free. Mon & library’s capabilities to provide computer use for individuals conducting
Wed, 4-7pm; Tues. & Thurs. 4-6pm. Info: 914.422.1476. job searches, practicing test-taking and researching on the Internet.
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polluter in Calhoun County, Texas, Basic Internet class or some knowl-
earning the title of “unreasonable edge of computers is required. Free.
woman”. Free. 7:30pm, Greenburgh 6-7:30pm, New Rochelle Public Li-
Nature Center, 99 Dromore, Scars- brary, One Library Plaza, New Ro-
dale. Info: 914.723.3470. chelle. Info: 914.632.7878 x34.
• How To Outsmart And Over- fri., oct. 23
come A Tough Job Market. Mi- • How To Scan Documents & Up-
chele Wood, Executive Coach and load Pictures. Participants will
business consultant with The Five learn how to scan & upload pictures,
O’Clock Club, focuses on helping change resolution and size of pho-
people navigate their way to a satis- tos, select a file format, and save im-
fying career. The organization helps ages to a disk. An understanding of
train people to job search properly Windows and keyboard and mouse
and/or make career changes. Free. is required. Free. 10-11:30am, New
7pm, White Plains Public Library, Rochelle Public Library, One Li-
100 Martine Ave., White Plains. brary Plaza, New Rochelle. Info:
Info: 914.422.1489. 914.632.7878 x34.