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48 FEATURES

37T H E G R E E N H O U S E W I V E SMeet three Westchester women who are turning heads for all the right reasons.

42T H E N aT U R a lDesigner Frank DelleDone brought the sunny spirit of California into a couple’s new home.

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48G E T O U T S I d E !Our guide to outdoor recreation in the county’s beautiful parks, rivers, lakes and ponds

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DEPARTMENTS

17LOCAL BUZZNew ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Westchester County

35LOCAL FASHIONOn the tennis court, this trendy, comfortable apparel will more than serve.

36AT HOMEInterior designer Jennifer McGee shares her favorite home décor items for this season.

56TASTESA guide to the many varieties of cheese, where to find them and how to serve them

64ESCAPESCatch a glimpse of Olana, a famous painter’s creation.

IN GOOD HEALTH

21BLINDED BY THE LIGHTIl legal misuse of power ful green laser pointers can cause serious eye injuries.

22YOU’VE COME ALONG WAY, BABYThanks to surgeons on two continents, a little girl born with an anatomical defect now has a brighter future.

24FOR WOMEN, A PLACEOF COMFORTA beautiful new imaging center provides the reassuring surroundings patients deserve.

26“FACES OF HEART DISEASE”A photo exhibit celebrates the spirit of those who have battled the i l lness.

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Fortunately, we did.

• In the last 10 years alone, we have performed: 45,000 diagnostic cardiac procedures 15,000 cardiac interventions 7,000 electrophysiology procedures 5,000 pacemaker & related device implants

• Five full-service catheterization labs; the largest number of sophisticated labs in the Hudson Valley including a new state-of-the-art electrophysiology lab

• The only cardiac surgery program in Westchester

• The only Medicare-approved heart transplant center and Joint Commission certified VAD program in the Hudson Valley

• Ranked in the top 10 in New York and the top 10% in the nation for cardiac surgery care by HealthGrades®

Since 1977, over 175,000 people have come to Westchester Medical Center for the treatment of some of the most severe and complex heart conditions. The talent and dedication of our doctors, nurses and staff, and our exceptional outcomes, are the reasons Westchester Heart is the premier provider of cardiac care in the region.

• Awarded the 2010 and 2011 HealthGrades® Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award

• Awarded HealthGrades® five-star rating for treatment of heart failure and for carotid surgery in 2010 and 2011

• One of only a handful of hospitals in the nation to earn the Triple Gold Award from the American Heart Association

• One of only three hospitals in NY to earn a designation of low-risk for valve or valve/bypass surgery*

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175,000 people didn’t plan on having cardiac procedures.

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As you know, westchester MedicAl center serves a region of more than 5,000 square miles. in this issue, we want to share with you the many ways our advanced-care services are being brought closer to those we serve—and even reach around the world.

First, on page 22 we introduce you to Joyce, a young girl from the other side of the globe. Because of the expertise of pediatric surgeons at our maria Fareri children’s hospital and their skill in treating rare genetic conditions, this little girl was given a chance for a new life in more ways than one.

we are also proud to give you a sneak preview (page 26) of a very special photographic exhibit that will soon be touring westchester county. part of our strategic partnership with the american heart association, the exhibit features the faces of some of our most courageous heart patients and the health-care professionals who make a difference in the lives of seri-ously ill adults and children every day.

and be sure to visit the in the news section (page 20) to learn more about our most recent series of podcasts—now accessible from anywhere at worldclassmedicine.com—and our continuing work to bring our clinical experts even closer to those we serve.

i hope you enjoy this issue of Westchester Health & Life and invite you to learn more about westchester medical center and our maria Fareri children’s hospital in these pages and on worldclassmedicine.com.

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Spending time outdoors is great, but let’s face it —I do spend a lot of time in the of f ice. People always ask me, “What do you love most about your job?” The f irst thing I always say to them is, “I am fortunate to meet so many interesting and inspiring people and to share their stories with our readers.” Take a look, for example, at our f irst annual article on “The Green Housewives of Westchester County” (page 37). Here we feature three visionaries who are putting their environmental values into action. They wil l surely inspire you to take at least one eco-friendly step forward!

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Don’t miss our first annual Grill & Chill event at Balducci’s in Scarsdale on June 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with live music, food tastings, door prizes and more. Plus you’ll meet the three local winners of our grilling recipe contest, who will be competing (live) for the grand prize, a fabulous stainless steel Weber grill worth $1,700. Winners and their recipes will be featured in our August issue.

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Want sexy arms for those sleeveless summer ensembles? We can relate, so we turned for help to certified personal trainer Lisa Avellino, who runs Susan Marlowe Fitness for Women (914.472.3335, susanmarlowefitness.com) in Scarsdale with her sister and fellow personal trainer, Pamela. Avellino has devel-oped the Iso-Towel Workout, an isometric upper-body routine designed to use the resistance of a towel to help tone your arm, chest and back muscles, plus increase flexibility and burn calories. “It is unique because it is designed to work your body smarter, not harder,” says Avellino, who teaches a towel class at Susan Marlowe Fitness and has released a DVD. Try this exercise that she says will tone your arms and improve your range of motion, which helps for sports like golf or tennis:1. Stand with straight posture and lift one leg behind you. Extend your arms forward and hold a towel horizontally, pulling outward until you feel complete resistance. 2. Keeping the resistance the same, bend your arms at the elbow, bringing your wrists to your chest. Hold and then return to the starting position. Do 10 reps on each leg.

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fi ne livingONLINETo say that Meg Wendy knows her way around arts and antiques is an understatement. “I’ve been in the business for 52 years, and I’m only 55,” says the former Rye resident (now living in Greenwich, Conn.) with a laugh. She spent years helping her mother, Diane, run the Wendy Shows, well-known antiques sales that were held for several decades in the New York area and around the country. But Wendy could see tastes were changing. “People didn’t have the same interest in collecting antiques as their parents and grandparents did,” she says. In 2009, to introducea wider audience to luxury, Wendy launched New Focus On (newfocuson.com), a website about fine living and lifestyle. She and her team write articles on travel, food and wine and showcase art, antiques, design and jewelry from select design-ers and galleries. “The site is easy to use,” she says. “It’s great for somebody who feels

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because it is not over-whelming.”

CORRECTIONIn the April issue’s “Shop Local Westchester” article, we listed an incorrect address forPenny Pincher. The consign-ment store is located at 184 Route 117 Bypass Rd. in Bed-ford Hills. We regret the error.

In May, O2Living, the holistic spa and wellness center in Cross River, opened a new holistic wellness center at the Saw Mill Club in Mount Kisco (914.241.0797, sawmillclub.com). The health club now offers O2Living’s signature fresh-pressed fruit and vegetable juices, juice cleanses and custom-developed raw foods meal plans, and you don’t have to be a member to partake.

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Log onto our website and listen to recently uploaded podcast interviews with Westchester Medical Center’s physicians and surgeons.

Dr. racheL BUsman, psy.D.Clinical Director, Child & Adolescent Outpatient DepartmentBehavioral Health Center

Talks about the challenges of managing children’s and teens’ busy schedules and their effects on these young people’s mental and behavioral health in one podcast. In another podcast, Dr. Busman covers the pitfalls of children’s and teens’ engagement in social media, how they can be affected mentally and emotionally—and how the family dynamic is affected

when kids’ social networks intersect with their parents’ own fully developed social networks.

aLan gass, m.D.Medical Director, Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support & Heart TransplantWestchester Heart

Talks about how the innovative use of heart assist devices at Westchester Heart has eliminated the need for invasive open-heart surgery for many patients and how the use of these mechanical support devices with an oxygenator is changing countless lives. Dr. Gass’ podcast also highlights some interesting facts about Westchester Heart’s ability to provide

groundbreaking cardiothoracic and cardiovascular care to residents of Westchester, the Lower Hudson Valley and New York City. Westchester Heart is one of a very few facilities across the nation using this highly advanced approach, and it is estimated to be one of the top three users of this technology in the nation.

DaviD spieLvogeL, m.D.Director, Heart Transplantation, Westchester Heart

Talks about the Aortic Aneurysm Program at Westchester Heart; aortic diseases and conditions such as aortic aneursyms, aortic dissection, Marfan Syndrome. Dr. Spielvogel also discusses the combined experience of Westchester Heart’s cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons and procedures such as the Bentall Procedure, aortic valve sparing root reconstruction and arch replacement. Dr. Spielvogel’s podcast also covers

the care of patients with aortic disease and an innovative follow-up protocol that allows Westchester Heart clinicians to accurately track the progression of aortic disease in these patients.

michaeL stiefeL, m.D., ph.D.Director, Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery, Neuroscience Center

Associate Director, Stroke Center, Co-Director, Neurocritical Care

Talks about cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery and the neuro- and endovascular approaches to treating and managing ischemic strokes. In this podcast, Dr. Stiefel describes the comprehensive approach to treating ischemic stroke and the novel techniques available at Westchester Medical Center.

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many thanks To THIS YeAr’S CorPorATe SPoNSorSWestchester Medical Center would like to thank this year’s corporate sponsors. Their investment in our organization is a partnership and commitment that allows the Medical Center to continue to change the lives of countless children and adults.

our corporate sponsors are some of Westchester Medical Center’s most valuable assets. The funds raised contribute to our success in expanding and strengthening essential programs and services, and in creating community and regional awareness of our premier institutions.

In 2011, the support we receive will become even more important as we look forward to the future and the potential to expand the facilities and services on our campus to meet the increasing critical needs of the region.

This year, we are offering a new approach to corporate sponsorship that allows companies to support events across both Westchester Medical Center and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital and provides organizations with an opportunity to reach diverse targeted audiences throughout the year. Please visit us at www.WorldClassMedicine.com/sponsorship to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LASER POINTERSEven lasers under the legal limit of 5 milliwatts (mw) can cause harm if they’re not used properly, says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which recommends:• Do not buy laser pointers for children or allow children to use them. These products are not toys.• Do not buy any laser pointer that emits more than 5 mw output power or does not have the output power printed on the warning label affixed to the pointer. Hand-held laser pointers over5 mw and those that are not properly labeled are illegal and potentially dangerous.• Do not aim or shine laser pointers at any person, pet, vehicle or aircraft directly or through reflection by mirrors or other shiny surfaces.• Check the output power of any laser pointer that you own. If it has an output greater than5 mw, dispose of it safely according to local environmental protection guidelines.

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DOCTORS AREN’T OFTEN SUR-prised by what they treat, but Westches-ter Medical Center ophthalmologist Robert G. Josephberg, M.D., was “floored” by a patient he saw recently. A 15-year-old boy was temporarily blinded when a friend shined a cheap, high-powered laser-pointer beam into his eye. “They were just fooling around, but in less than a second he sustained a serious burn,” says Dr.Josephberg, Chief of the Retina and Vitre-ous Division at the medical center.

These aren’t your usual red-beam point-ers used in PowerPoint presentations, which have just 1 milliwatt (mw) of power, well below the U.S. Food and Drug Admin-istration’s (FDA) legal limit of 5 mw. These new green-beam laser pointers can be hun-dreds of times brighter, capable of sending a beam 10,000 feet into the sky.

This is a growing concern to more than just eye doctors. According to the FDA, in 2009, airline pilots reported 1,500 incidents of light beams striking their airplanes or

illuminating their cock-pits, most of them from laser light. In the fi rst 10 months of 2010, 2,321 incidents were reported. Pilots can be blinded by these beams, putting their aircraft and others in serious danger.

Dr. Josephberg pre-scribed oral steroids to treat the infl ammation in

his patient’s eye. “The boy’s vision is back to 20/20, but his color perception is still off and may take a year to come back,” he says. Since then, the doctor has been educating himself on the laser-pointer phe-nomenon. “I bought a 100 mw laser on the Internet for $28, including shipping, from China,” he says. “I saw them listed up to 1500 mw. And who knows how accurate those stated power ratings even are? The real numbers could be higher.”

High-powered lasers can legitimatelybe used by astronomers to point at stars and by architects to align and level during construction. “But kids are using these as a toy to light matches or pop balloons,” he says. He’s also working to raise awareness of the problem. “I con-tacted new Republican Congresswoman Nan Hayworth of the 19th Congressio-nal District, who is an ophthalmologist herself. We are working with her, trying to write a bill that addresses this prob-lem,” he says. —DAVID LEVINE

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BLINDED BY THE LIGHT ILLEGAL MISUSE OF POWERFULGREEN L ASER POINTERS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS EYE INJURIES

Wearing protective glasses, Dr. Josephberg demon-strates a laser pointer.

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Thanks To surgeons on Two conTinenTs, a liTTle girl born wiTh an anaTomical defecT now has a brighTer fuTure

when teresa and dennis Berry of pough- keepsie decided to adopt a second child, they hoped for one for whom they could make a big difference. they got their wish, and doctors at maria fareri children’s hospital at westchester medi-cal center got to be part of a unique international collaboration.

three years ago, working with an adoption agency, the Berrys learned of a baby girl who had been abandoned at a gas station in china two days after her birth. if that wasn’t tragic enough, she had a birth defect called imperforate anus: her lower intestine failed to develop properly, leaving the newborn without an opening through which to pass solid wastes. fortunately, her story—which could have been a sad one—is an encouraging example of medical cooperation between two countries oceans apart.

the saga began when the girl, who would be given the name Joyce, was taken from the gas station to a chinese hospital. there surgeons connected the end of her intestine, which was about three inches short of where it should have been, to a drain inserted in her side that would allow her to use an ostomy bag. she was then placed in an orphanage.

meanwhile, on the other side of the world, the Berrys— teresa, 58, who runs a day care center, and dennis, 59, an elec-trical engineer—contemplated adding to their family. they had already adopted one special-needs child a few years ago—their daughter maxine, 10—so they understood the process.

“i’m comfortable with special-needs children because i taught special education for 15 years,” explains teresa. “we wanted to adopt, so once again we went for it.”

Learning from their adoption agency about Joyce and her medi-cal problems, the couple decided to make her a part of their lives. “we knew there were doctors here who could help her,” teresa says. “and in the photographs there was something we saw in her eyes. we just felt a connection.”

it took more than a year of paperwork and red tape to prepare. “dennis did it all, hats off to him,” teresa says.

in april 2010 she went to china to adopt Joyce. Back home, her first challenge was finding ostomy bags small enough to fit her new daughter. “we had to order them on the internet,” tere-sa says. the family’s pediatrician knew there were no surgeons in their immediate area who could perform the kind of surgery

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Joyce needed, so he referred the couple to Joseph SanFilippo, M.D., a pediatric surgeon at Maria Fareri Children’s Hos-pital at Westchester Medical Center.

Imperforate anus is a genetic condition that occurs in about 1 in 5,000 live births. “Cases vary in severity,” says Dr. SanFilip-po. “Sometimes the intestine is near where it should be. Sometimes, as in Joyce’s case, it’s far away and harder to fi x. But I have done this procedure many times.”

The Berrys were able to obtain Joyce’s medical records from China, and these were of immense help to Dr. SanFilippo. “I understood what the doctors did there, and it was the appropriate action,” he says. “They knew what to do and did it. It was very exciting to see a continuity of care between such distant nations, united through an international system of health-care knowledge.”

In August 2010, Dr. SanFilippo and a colleague, pediatric surgeon Whitney McBride, M.D., did an operation tocreate a small new opening in Joyce’s body. Then, over the next several months, they performed a series of mi-nor procedures to stretch the opening to the necessary size. In January of this year, they closed the colostomy and restored the integrity of the intestine. “While doing these operations, I saw that the earlier stitching was done very well indeed in China,” Dr. SanFilippo says. “It was a thrilling experience.”

Joyce is now functioning as a normal 3-year-old—which means she’s learning how to use the potty. She is on medication to prevent constipation and sees Dr. San-Filippo several times a year. “She should grow up as a normal girl with normal bowel function,” says the doctor. “She is a de-lightful child with an extraordinary family.”

Since her last operation, Joyce has continued to improve both physically and emotionally. “Without the ostomy bag, she is now able to move and play more easily and freely,” Teresa says. “She used to be reserved—we never saw a smile in her pictures from China. But now she smiles, laughs, poses for the camera and plays with the kids in my day care. It’s so nice to see.” —D.L.

Today life for little Joyce Berry (top) is a lot like it is for most 3-year-olds. Above, she is seen with dad Dennis, mom Teresa and big sister Maxine.

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If you thInk comfort AnD aesthetics are just superficial frills in medicine, think again. they affect our emotions, and doctors now understand that our emotional life plays an impor-tant role in health and the things we do to maintain it. that insight informs the de-sign of Westchester medical center’s new 5,000-square-foot Women’s Imaging cen-ter, which opened last summer. Women who need to go there for an imaging test—whether it’s a routine screening or an attempt to diagnose a problem—know they’re getting not just the finest in clinical technology, but also the latest in patient-friendly design.

the new Women’s Imaging center, the only one of its kind in the lower hud-son Valley, consolidates all of the medical

center’s diagnostic breast-care services and technology in one location. here technicians can perform low-dose digital mammograms, breast magnetic reso-nance imaging (mrI), breast sonograms, ultrasound-guided and stereotactic breast biopsies and other breast health services. In stereotactic biopsies, a special mam-mography machine uses ionizing radiation to direct the radiologist’s instruments to the site of irregular tissue so it can be eval-uated. the Women’s Imaging center also provides DEXA densitometry bone scan-ning for diagnosing osteoporosis or other bone diseases affecting women. (DEXA stands for dual-energy X-ray absortiom-etry, a scanning technique that employs two different X-ray energy sources rather than just one for greater precision.)

But state-of-the-art technology is only part of the story of this impressive new fa-cility, says Zvi Lefkovitz, m.D., Director of radiology at Westchester medical center. “comfort is also critically important,” he says. “Women coming for a breast image are already very nervous that we’ll find something, so the aesthetics of our envi-ronment goes a long way in relieving their stress and anxiety.”

the emotional lift provided by pleasant, comfortable surroundings can trans-late into a medical benefit because it helps technicians get a better image. Dr. Lefkovtiz explains: “these tests may involve some discomfort. But the accur-acy of the results is related to how well the patient is positioned in the diagnostic machinery. Someone who is comfortable

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is easier to position accurately. Such a patient is also able to be more coopera-tive, and the tests require the patient to be as cooperative as possible.”

Good feelings are encouraged even before patients walk into the Women’s Imaging Center, as complimentary valetparking at the building’s entrance is available to visitors. “They must feel that they are important, that they are being treated in a special way, and we designed the center to do exactly that,” Dr. Lefko-vitz says. Indeed, it looks and feels more like a health spa than a medical facility. Decorated in warm earth tones, featuring

awaiting their procedure. Elegantly in-corporated flat-panel televisions in the waiting room and changing area help women pass the time pleasantly.

Prompt and personal service isemphasized. Each woman gets her test results in a private consultation room, and counselors are always available if those results suggest further testing or a con-sultation with a breast specialist.

“We treat every patient with therespect and concern we’d give to family,” Dr. Lefkovitz says. “In fact, two of my own family members visited the facility and were simply amazed by it.” —D.L.

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“ WOMEN WHO COME IN FOR IMAGING TE STS MU ST FEEL THEY ARE BEING TREATED IN A SPECIAL WAY, AND WE DESIGNED THE CENTER TO DO E X ACTLY THAT.” —ZVI LEFKOVITZ, M.D., WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER

exotic wood paneling, plush carpeting, chandeliers and artistically etched glass, the center was “designed by a woman to reflect a woman’s perspective,” he says. “I helped ensure that the design worked operationally, and the technicians orga-nized the imaging equipment, but the décor was all created to give women a sense of dignity and privacy.”

Changing rooms are located in a women-only area and are larger than most women expect, with full wall mirrors and lots of space for clothing. Patients are given luxurious, full-length robes to cover skimpy medical gowns while

Clockwise from top left: A patient undergoes breast ultrasound; the waiting room; Medical Director Julian Sanchez, M.D., reviews digital mammography images; a patient has a bone scan.

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MARTIN COHEN, M.D., CARDIOLOGIST;LINDA CUOMO, M.D., CARDIOLOGISTFor every heart saved at Westchester Medical Center, a family is reunited. Behind every failing heart is a fam-ily filled with hope. The face of heart disease can take many forms—some-one’s mother, brother, daughter or best friend. By far the greatest reward for Drs. Cohen and Cuomo is knowing that the work they do not only helps pa-tients but also keeps families together.

L IDA DEVINOLida is a recent stroke survivor. Her husband recognized her stroke symp-toms and sought medical attention right away. She lives today with 100 percent of her faculties because of the immediate medical intervention and advanced care at Westchester Medical Center. Grateful to be “whole” again, Lida, in her late 50s, has been given a second chance at life. Know-ing now how quickly things can change, she makes every moment count.

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‘FACES OF HEART DISEASE’

IF YOU ARE OUT AND ABOUT IN WESTCHESTER County this summer and fall, be on the lookout for a traveling portrait gallery sponsored by Westchester Medical Center and presented by the Westchester-Fairfield American Heart Asso-ciation. The 2011 “Survivors Gallery” features local residents whose lives have been touched by heart disease and strokeand the care they received at Westchester Medical Center.



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JOSEPH GIAMELLI, M.D., PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGIST; PATRICIA TUOHY; SUVRO SE T T, M.D., PEDIATRIC CARDIAC SURGEONPatricia came into this world with only a90 percent chance at life. Born with multiple congenital heart defects, she had her first surgery at 7 days old. She would laterhave two more operations. Now age 6, many doctor visits later, Patricia is most thankful to her favorite docs, Drs. Sett and Giamelli of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center, for giving her heart wings so that she can soar.Patricia is wise beyond her years andlooks forward to following her heart to wherever it takes her.

ANDREA AND BROOKLYN BENEDIKT Brooklyn was only 4 years old when her heart murmur was first diagnosed. She had atrial sep-tal defect—a hole in her heart. Following open-heart surgery to repair the opening, Brooklyn now lives an active, healthy kin-dergartner’s life. Grateful for the care she received, on her 5th birthday Brooklyn donated her presents to kids at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westches-ter Medical Center. Her mom, Andrea, is proud of her daugh-ter’s generous heart. She says every day with Brooklyn is her gift, and fortunately, they will have a lifetime of birthdays to celebrate together.


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K ATARINA, ROBERT AND DARIA WEIGELAt age 15, Katarina collapsed from sudden cardiacarrest while at volleyball practice. Her coaches saved her with CPR and the use of an automated external de-fibrillator (AED). She was later diagnosed at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center with CPVT, a rare congenital defect, and was implanted with a defibrillator. Her mother, Daria, and brother, Robert, were tested and found to have the same inheritedarrhythmia that could have caused their hearts to fail at any time. They now each have an implanted defibrilla-tor to help regulate their heartbeats. Katarina shares her story to champion CPR and AED training in schools.

MARY AND ANGELO DIMARTINOAngelo is 78 years young but too old for a new heart. He suffered his first heart attack nearly 20 years ago and numerous surgeries have followed. Recently diagnosed with end-stage heart failure, Angelo had a prognosis that wasn’t good, and he was not a candidate for a heart transplant. Thanks to new tech-nology at Westchester Medical Center such as the LVAD—an implanted heart pump— and other medical treatments, Angelo gets to resume his active lifestyle and love for life with his sweetheart of 53 years, Mary.

ROLLY AGUIL AR, CARDIOLOGY NURSE

Aguilar has been a nurse for 23 years, and he knows all too well that heart disease does not

care how you look or where you come from. He has seen thousands of patients come through the doors of Westchester Medical Center—all

from different walks of life and backgrounds. He serves them all with the same goal in mind: to

provide care, comfort, hope and peace of mind.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TRAVELING PHOTO GALLERY “FACES OF HEART DISEASE,”PLEASE VISIT WORLDCLASSMEDICINE.COM/HEARTGALLERY.


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The clinicians of the Department of Psychiatry at New York Medical College know how difficult it can be to find mental health providers under private healthcare insurance plans. Their new Faculty Practice Plan gives outpatients accessibility to highly skilled psychiatrists, therapists and a pediatric neuropsychologist in a supportive setting.

The clinicians offer a broad range of expertise. Dr. Richard E. Gallagher, Professor of Psychiatry, board certified psychiatrist, studied at Cornell Medical College and Yale. Dr. Gallagher sees patients with a wide range of disorders, and specializes in psychopharmacology management. Dr. Martha Gamboa sees patients experiencing mood and anxiety disorders. She is board certified in psychiatry. Dr. Susan Kemker, also board certified, trained at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Kemker evaluates patients and determines a treatment plan for medicine management and supportive therapy.

Dr. Elizabeth Kera, a pediatric neuropsychologist, evaluates children to determine the impact health issues have on cognitive functioning. She specializes in the neuropsychological assessment of a variety of pediatric populations, such as developmental disorders, autism, epilepsy, brain injury, concussion, as well as other neurologic and hematologic disorders. She studied at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Children’s Specialized Hospital of New Jersey.

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AS THE DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL CONSCIOUSNESS for the 27-year-old women’s apparel maker Eileen Fisher, which used organic cotton long before many of its competi-tors, Amy Hall’s job is to help the company run its business responsibly. This entails guiding the company’s human rights program, developing community partnerships and overseeing its commitment to environ-mental sustainability.

But Hall takes the same approach to life outside of work. A lover of the outdoors, she began biking to the office in Irvington a few years ago when she lived in Yonkers, ultimately initiating the company’s bike-to-work week, which drew 18 participants and occurred for the second time in May, with employees receiving compostable water bottles and bike repair kits as an incentive. From her new home in Ossining, she now travels a different route when she’s up for it: a hilly, hour-and-15-minute ride she calls “deadly.” But it inspired her to participate in the Climate Ride from New York to Wash-ington, D.C., in May to raise awareness for green jobs, clean energy and climate education. She pedaled south on a

A BIKE MADE FROM BAMBOO?Bamboo makes for an environmentally friendly bicycle because it has a low CO2 footprint compared with aluminum and steel, plus it’s sustainable and even biodegradable. And bamboo is surprisingly strong and durable. Amy Hall built her bamboo bike at Bamboo Bike Studio in Brooklyn (bamboobikestudio.com), which offers weekend workshopsfor people who want help building a bamboo bike and sells pre-made bamboo bikes and kits for building one on your own.

bamboo bicycle she built herself at a workshop in Brooklyn.Hall went organic in 2002 when she had her first child.

“When you have a little innocent being growing inside you, you do everything you can to learn about your health and the sources of your food,” she says.

Despite being a self-described “terrible gardener,” each year Hall plants a vegeta-ble garden, which yields a crop of green beans, snow peas and tomatoes that never even make it to the table because her chil-dren (now there are two) snatch them up for snacking. To supplement the produce she raises in her own garden, she shops at the local farmers’ market, Mrs. Green’s and Whole Foods.

“You choose a couple of ways to start, like recycling, or using reusable bags or composting, and it becomes routine,” she says. She uses natural cleaning agents and air-dries her laundry, with the exception of sheets and towels, which she throws in the dryer because “they’re just too big.”

“I am one who tries to be realistic in choosing the things that work for my lifestyle,” she says.

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them a natural diet (organic hay in winter, pesticide-free grass in summer, plus a 16-percent protein mix); and giving them the occasional foot bath and pedicure as a special treat.

She always picks a rain date for the much-anticipated shearing ritual in late April, which she conducts with the help of a professional shearer outside, rather than in a dark barn. Every year Lindefjeld hosts five or six groups of school children or people with developmental disabilities from agencies such as Westchester Arc. “The sheep romp around, and they have no upper teeth, so they’re great with kids as long as the kids can stay calm,” she says.

When she’s not hosting a shearing event or delivering lambs in May, Lindefjeld devotes a substantial amount of time to farmland protection and the reduction of carbon emissions by

serving on the Steering Committee of Bedford 2020, a panel that advises the town on ways to reduce energy consumption. In addition, she is the vice president of the Bedford Farmers Club, which at age 100 is one of the oldest clubs of its kind in the country, and a member of the Westchester Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board, which conserves and protects the county’s farmland and encourages the development of agricultural land—36 percent of which was lost between 1983 and 1994—for the production of food and other products.

“We live in a part of New York that has lost much of its agriculture to housing developments and population growth,” Lindefjeld says. “All of the organizations that I am involved with are committed to land and environmental protection to balance out the increasing population of Westchester County. It is this care for the land—and smart growth—that will allow us to grow as a county in a healthier way with greenspace around us and clean water and land for us all to enjoy.”

it’s not every day that a veteran currency trader retires from Wall Street to try her hand shearing sheep. But that’s just what Bedford resident Shirley Lindefjeld did after spending more than a decade buying yen with Swiss francs and shekels with yuan.

Lindefjeld plies her new trade on the historic 30-acre farm where she lives with 52 Merino sheep and assorted horses and chickens (layers only, no broilers). Under the auspices of her vertically integrated operation known as WoolWorks, she not only harvests the fleece, colors it with natural dyes and has it spun into yarn (in Vermont by the country’s last surviving commercial organic spinnery), but also oversees its crafting into scarves, hats, leggings and wraps made from 100 percent Merino wool by artisans in New Jersey. The accessories retail for as much as $150 each at places like Barney’s and Stone Barns—and at her shop on the farm, where she also sells a limited number of hand-knit items for babies.

“Though finance is my background, I always loved animals,” says Lindefjeld. “But I had to figure out how to make a business out of it and how to make that business something I was proud of.”

To get going, 15 years ago she immersed herself in the stuff—er, fleece—of sheep, buying a small flock that now includes several ewes with names like Annie and Gracie, and then purchasing a prize ram known for yielding a long, soft fleece. Then she enrolled in a week-long sheep education program at Cornell’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

A typical day for Linde-fjeld consists of checking on the general health of the sheep (their heads droop when they’re sick); feeding

“it is this care for the land that will allow us to grow as a

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a “sustainable farm in suburbia can happen,” says lisa schwartz, who since 2002 has operated the rainbeau ridge farm in Bedford, using about four acres of a 15-acre spread.

in 1989, schwartz took herself off the partner track in man-agement consulting in order to be home with her children. eight years later, the family moved to Japan, where she spent the “most playful” four years of her life. together, the schwartzes traveled throughout asia with itineraries often determined by the exotic seasonal ingredients that were available in a region, or the pre-dawn opening of a local food market.

“during that time the food issue really came into focus for me,” says schwartz. “there was no ‘aha’ moment. i just knew i needed to do something with my own hands that was tangible and creative—not just intellectual, but physical.”

it turned out that at the same time that schwartz began hav-ing these thoughts about watching “food miles” (the distance menu items must travel), eating local and choosing in-season ingredients, the “slow food” movement was taking off, and so

was a budding collective consciousness about the natural environment. her timing couldn’t have been better.

“i’ve been very influenced by the concept of a ‘nature deficit disorder’ in kids,” she says. “they’ve lost their sense of imagi-nation as a result of not spending time outdoors. it’s been a long time since everyone had a backyard cow.”

Upon her return in 2001 to the old Bedford house she’d owned since the late ’80s, schwartz went to work studying agriculture and beekeeping, networking with goat owners to secure her own pair of milking does and purchasing parcels of land that abutted her property and that a century ago made up a farm known as Beaver ridge.

these days she has four full-time employees who, like her, divide their time among working the organic vegetable garden, making award-winning cheeses (five-inch rounds of chevrelait and the ash-coated Meridian among them), doing farm maintenance and tending to the livestock—largely endangered breeds schwartz is helping to preserve, including

cotswold sheep, Kerry cows, blue egg-laying, tufted araucana chickens and Bourbon red turkeys, as well as alpine goats, llamas, Guinea hens and peacocks.

Besides hosting several “open farm” days, festivals and school and scouting groups throughout the year, rainbeau ridge offers cooking classes with local chefs in the farm’s kitchen, in which students learn that asparagus is a spring vegetable or that tomatoes are light on flavor in the winter, for example. the farm also features an extensive calendar of nature-oriented activity programs for children.

“food is not just essential to life,” says schwartz, who chairs the food & agriculture task force of Bedford 2020. “it’s essential to our quality of life too.”

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ouse-hunters Jennifer Barry and her husband, Michael, who lived with their three children in an apartment, were determined to find the perfect family home in the tri-state area. When they pulled up to a 1930s Mediterranean revival, their real estate agent said, “This house really reminds me of Pasadena.”

“I knew then that we might have to buy this house,” says Jennifer, “because I grew up right near there in San Marino.”

The orange hue of the California stucco on the home’s exterior, the small leaded windows and exposed wood beams in the living room and the rounded doorways throughout the house all looked wonderfully familiar to the Golden State native, and it wasn’t long before the family was unpacking boxes.

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There was one design element, however, that the designer didn’t dare pursue actively with the Barrys. “Jennifer was terrified of window treatments,” says DelleDonne. “She is from California and wanted maximum natural light.” His solution? Simple silk curtains for the living room.

The environmentally-minded couple also wanted to try to use wood from the trees that had to be cleared for the addition to the home. “We wanted to make floorboards, but that didn’t work,” says DelleDonne. “Now we’re going to make a table.”

Accustomed to lots of outdoor activity, Jennifer also charged DelleDonne with creating a Mediterranean-style pool area and requested trees such as crape myrtle and Southern magnolia that reminded her of home. “I love being outside,” she says. “I love gardening and always involve the kids. I play tennis every day—even in the winter—and my husband is crazy about running.”

“We were really able to redo this house to suit this modern family’s lifestyle,” says DelleDonne. The result brings some of the joys of California here to the Northeast.

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pick up a copy of House Beautiful, Country Living or Architectural Digest, and you’re likely to see New York City-based photog-rapher Keith Scott Morton’s work: lushly lit, serenity-inducing interiors that draw you in. Although Morton now splits his time between homes in the Carnegie Hill area of Manhattan and Orient, N.Y., he was born in Scotland, and he credits his native country as the source of his refined aesthetic. His great-grandfather had a decorative arts studio in Edinburgh, where natural motifs played center stage. So it’s no wonder the work closest to Morton’s heart is his botanical photography, photos of blooms that evoke deep emotion. “For beauty and color and form,” he says, “you can’t beat the simplicity of the shape and function in nature.”

Look at his anemones, his peonies, his ranunculus—“both lyrical and compli-cated,” as he calls them. The close-ups show the flowers’ architecture—lines, curves, arcs and wedges meet, intersect and overlap to create harmonious images. “It’s terrific to focus on one object in an intimate setting,” says Morton. Terrific indeed, and you can’t help wondering how it’s done.

Here are Morton’s tips in the three key areas that he says assure a frame-worthy photo:

LIgHTINg Pick a day with light cloud cover that produces soft lighting, advises Morton. Then think about the effect you’d like to create: Frontal lighting provides a starker, more graphic

impression. Light your flower from the side, and you’ll create mystery and mood. And from the back? You’ll end up with an ethereal, perhaps even eerie, effect.

ANgLE You have your subject: the flower or flowers. Now how will you approach it? Will you look at it as we tend to see it—straight on? From a low angle? From above? Morton urges going “beyond your normal comfort level as an erect homo sapiens. Approach the flower from different angles while viewing through the camera and see what the effects are.”

“For beauty and color and Form, you can’t beat the simplicity oF the shape and Function in nature.” —keith scott morton

CrOPPINg The same flower looks quite different depending on how you crop it. “When you come in very tight, it emphasizes the characteristics within the flower—the details and the form of the bloom itself,” says Morton. “When you pull back, what’s around the subject—the table, the wall, the light—suddenly becomes important.”

Now that you’re armed with Morton’s advice, grab your camera, head outside and snap away. With a little practice, you may be rewarded with a stunning photo of nature truly in bloom.

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This summer, dive inTo our counTy’s besT waTer-based recreaTion

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Want to go sailing, kayaking or fishing, but don’t have the knoW-hoW or equipment? CheCk out one of these outfitters:

bedford sportsman offers fishing trips: bedfordsportsman.com; 914.666.8091

hudson river reCreation offers kayak trips: kayakhudson.com; 914.682.5135

Croton sailing sChool offers sailing excursions: crotonsailing.com; 914.271.6868

with the weather warm at last and everything green, it’s time to get outside and explore the county. you might be surprised to learn that there are nearly 50 parks and

18,000 acres in the westchester county Parks system. we put together a list of great water-friendly places—think swimming, fishing and kayaking—that also offer a bit more.

camping, hiking or biking, anyone? being outdoors in sunlight, even for just 10 minutes, helps your body produce vitamin d, a nutrient that aids bone health and enhances

immunity. it also lowers your level of stress hormones, so you feel calmer and more in control. so head out into the sun and have some fun! By Judy KoutsKy

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Croton Point Park a 508-acre green space situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the hud-son river, this is the perfect place for swimming, kayaking and enjoying beach activities. croton river is home to an abun-dance of wildlife including osprey, haws and herons. You can also go camping and hiking here. want more? check out the historic wine cellars that are thought to be the oldest in new York state.

914.862.5290; parks.westchestergov.com

Glen island Parka favorite park for swimming and boat-ing on long island sound, this 105-acre island property is connected to new rochelle by a drawbridge built in the 1920s. after Playland, Glen island is the second most widely used park in the county parks system. The 130 acres pro-vide a beautiful, crescent-shaped beach with access to long island sound. cannons, sculptures and stone castles give the park a unique atmosphere.


Playland amusement Park and BeaCh Playland proudly bills itself as “america’s Premier Playground,” and it’s easy to see why. There’s plenty to do here—rides, beach, pool, a boardwalk, concerts, fire-works and more—and you don’t have to be a kid to enjoy it. The area was the site of various amusement parks dating back to the 1800s before the westches-ter county Park commission purchased the land and redeveloped the area, open-ing Playland in 1928. for those looking for rides of a more subdued sort, Playland lake offers lake cruises and has pedal boats available for rent—or you can launch your kayak into long island sound.


thomPson’s lake state ParkThe park has a beautiful sandy beach, and recreational opportunities abound such as boat access, rental row boats, f ishing areas and nature trails. This is also a popular camping site, and recreational programs are offered for campers throughout the summer.

518.872.1674; nysparks.com

sal J. Prezioso mountain lakes ParkThe 1,082-acre site is westchester’s northernmost county park and offers a variety of water activities including fish-ing and boating. The park contains five lakes and a spectacular overlook, which makes for breathtaking hiking destina-tions. There’s plenty of outdoor fun to be experienced here, including camp-ing, nature exploration, picnicking and a high/low ropes challenge course.


Franklin d. roosevelt state Park in this beautiful park not far from the Big apple you’ll find an enormous pool that can hold 3,500 bathers at one time. The pool contains 1.5 million gallons of water, more than twice the volume of an olym-pic-sized pool! The park’s oases of blue water, Mohansic lake and crom Pond, provide excellent freshwater fishing and boating. Popular catches include bass, perch and sunfish. Both rowboats and pedal boats are available and visitors can launch their own canoes and kayaks.

914.245.4434; nysparks.com

saxon Woodssaxon woods Park is a 700-acre prop-erty offering a variety of recreational facilities including the county’s largest swimming pool and a children’s aquatic playground. The park also contains an 18-hole golf course as well as a miniature course, hiking trails and picnic areas. it is also the site of the county’s only play-ground that is accessible to the disabled.


Ward Pound ridGe reservation This is an ideal place to go fishing with the kids. Two streams, cross river and stone hill river, make for a picturesque back-drop. at 4,315 acres, the ward Pound ridge reservation is the county’s larg-est park and home to the Trailside nature Museum. with miles of wooded trails and great picnic areas, it’s perfect for summer activities like hiking, biking and camping.


Croton GorGe ParkThe park is a popular spot for fishing, picnicking and hiking, with direct trail access to new York state’s old croton aqueduct. This 97-acre property sits at the base of the croton dam and is arguably one of the most picturesque spots in the county.


GeorGe’s island ParkGeorge’s island Park is a 208-acre-waterfront park that offers magnificent views of the hudson river. it contains tidal wetlands, a freshwater pond and wooded trails. it also has boat access to the hudson river as well as areas for nature study and picnicking. for birders, this is the ideal spot for viewing eagles. hikers will also love the trail network.


knoW BeFore you Gofor some of the parks listed, you’ll need to purchase a westchester county Parks Pass. The reasonably-priced pass—it’s $50 and valid for three years—is only issued in person and requires proof of westchester residency. To find an office near you, visit westchest ergov.com or call 914.864.ParK. The pass allows you access to the parks, plus discounts on parking, golf and other activities. also, keep in mind that in some cases, entrance to the park is free, but there may be a charge for parking or swimming/beach use.

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the cArAvAn connectionFor three decades, The Caravan Connection has garnered awards for its sale and services of the finest quality oriental carpets. For 2011, Mike and Mary Lynn McRee offer the full breadth of possibilities in hand-knotted floor covering, from Tibetan wool and silk to antique Serapis and Oushaks. Don’t miss The Caravan Connection’s “Spring Fling” 20% discount on cleaning and repairs through June 30th. Free pick up and delivery are always provided. 14 main street | Bedford Hills

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cArpet trendsBusiness is strong at Carpet Trends, and for good reason. Westchester’s largest carpeting showroom—in business for 55 years—is known for its quality service and large selection of fine Wiltons and in-stock rolls of wool carpeting. Fun brightly colored shag rugs for children’s rooms and sparkling white shags for living rooms are in great demand this season. This year marks the opening of Carpet Trends’ custom room for decorators who want to create unique carpets with their clients, and welcomes the addition of Decorative Carpets of California. The company services large and small commercial projects with bamboo, nylon, and wool products. Carpet Trends also recently installed solar panels to reduce its carbon footprint.5 smitH street | rye

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consolidAted plumbing supplySmart toilets with advanced technology and sleek designs are in demand for the bath, says Brian Reichenbach of Consolidated Plumbing Supply, Westchester’s oldest Kohler distributor since 1928. “Kohler’s new smart toilet, Numi, has high levels of personal technology and forward-looking design—this WaterSense and CALGreen-certified smart toilet is truly the ultimate flushing experience,” he says. Numi’s luxury features include an interactive LCD touch-screen interface, bidet functionality, dual-flush technology, intuitive auto-open and –close lid, built-in music system, and heated seat and foot warmer. Numi is now available at Consolidated Plumbing Supply.121 stevens avenue | mount vernon

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grAnde centrAl shoWroomThere’s news in luxury hygienic bathroom solutions at Grande Central Showrooms, a division of Central Plumbing Specialties, which offers quality plumbing products for kitchen and bath. “Duravit’s SensoWash products, designed by Philippe Starck,

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gregory sAhAgiAn & son, inc.If you’re concerned about the effects of ultra-violet light, but don’t want to forfeit the joy of sitting outside, Gregory Sahagian & Son, Inc., a family-owned awning business since 1990, offers the newest materials from Sunbrella Fabrics—recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation—which provide up to 98% U.V. protection from harmful effects of the sun. From styles that range from traditional to distinctive, a GS&S custom fabric awning is one of the best backyard investments you can make for your health and comfort. Choose from more than 600 patterns to shade your patio, deck, or terrace. Combine the comfort of an indoor lifestyle with the beauty of outdoor living.18 nortH central avenue | Hartsdale

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limA cerAmic tileCeramic and porcelain tile can be used in dining rooms and dens, and for heavy traffic areas such as foyers, and outdoor areas,

recommends Moe Makhraz of Lima Ceramic Tile, the source for ceramic, porcelain, travertine, marble and tumbled marble, granite, limestone, slate, and glass tile from the finest european manufacturers and suppliers, including Panaria Ceramica, Cerdomus, Tagina, Unicom, Vallelunga, Marca Corona, Polis, plus many more factories. Recently, Lima Ceramic Tile worked with the Shippan Designer Showhouse, a project which benefited the Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Visit Lima’s large showroom in Stamford, open to trade and public, where you’ll find factory-direct prices and complimentary design services. 24 magee avenue | stamford, ct

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my home, my plAnetFor over a decade, My Home, My Planet has remodeled thousands of kitchens and has become a source for contemporary and traditional cabinetry brands. The company has expanded with two locations. A new Manhattan showroom features Leicht cabinets, the best combination on the market of German quality and value. In addition, the new Westchester showroom, (conveniently located near the Mt. Kisco train station), is a 5,000-square-foot home design center featuring hardware, lighting, tile, plumbing, flooring, and cabinetry. expert design staff at each location will help you choose from a variety of product styles from traditional to modern and all price points from budget to high end. My Home, My Planet is a full-service contractor licensed in Manhattan and Westchester to install its own cabinetry. 2003 Broadway | Betw. 68 & 69tH | new york | 212-799-7755

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on TYPeS oF CHeeSe In my view, the consistency of a cheese and the presence or absence of r ind are the easiest ways to categorize cheese, together with how strong the f lavor is. here are seven key varieties: YounG, unRInDeD Young goat and sheep cheeses dom-inate this popular style. when they’re first made, they’re light and moussey, just formed into a small f lat disc or cylinder. a few days on they can be

crumbled, and a week or so later, sliced. after a month on they will have acquired a pro-tective greyish coating of mold, often described as a “natural rind.” Better-known ones are the pyramid-shaped Valençay and tymsboro, and the herb-coated Perroche cheeses. other well-known examples are mozzarella and mascarpone.SeMI-SoFT Unlike other cheeses, Bries and camem-bert, which are also known as

semi-soft cheeses, get softer as they age rather than firmer and drier. HARD how hard must a hard cheese be? some experts consider only rock-hard crystalline cheeses such as Parmigiano reggiano truly hard, but most of us would include cheeses that were cut from big wheels such as cheddar or Gruyère. VeRY HARD CHeeSeS these are the oldest cheeses you’re likely to find—cheeses

so hard they’ve become almost crystalline and need to be shaved or grated rather than sliced. the best-known type is Parmesan or Parmi-giano reggiano, but matured Grana Padano and Pecorino (also from Italy), sbrinz from switzerland, roomano from holland and Vella dry Jack from california are similar.WASHeD-RInD these are described as washed-rinded because the surface of the cheese is rubbed with a brine

Overwhelmed by the dizzying array of varieties offered at your local cheese store? Don’t worry—help has arrived. In her book Fiona Beckett’s Cheese Course, author Beckett, an award-winning British food and wine writer, demystifies cheese and offers wisdom on the classic cheese board and the best pairings. Here, an excerpt:

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(salt water) solution, which promotes the growth of a bac-terium which breaks down the texture of the cheese, turning it soft and pliable. Well-known examples are Epoisses, Langres, Munster and Re-blochon from France, Chimay from Belgium, Appenzell from Switzerland and Stinking Bishop from England.BLOOMY-RINDeD This term refers to the downy white surface these cheeses acquire as they mature. Some bloomy-rinded cheeses are exceptionally rich and creamy thanks to the addition of cream during the cheese-making process. Referred to as double- and triple-creme cheeses, they’re popular in France, which produces some of the most indulgent examples—Explorateur, Brillat Savarin and Pierre- Robert among them. BLUe Cheeses develop their blue veining when a harmless penicillin mold is added to the milk or curds. Once the cheese is formed, fine steel needles are inserted to expose the center to oxygen, which enables the mold to spread throughout. Favorites include Gorgonzola, Roquefort, Stilton and Cashel Blue.ON cheese BOaRDs The classic approach is to aim for a contrast of textures, tastes and shapes. Mild to strong, rounds and wedges, light against dark, soft and hard—it’s an aesthetic impact as much as a gustatory one. A classic selection would be a young, fresh-tasting goat cheese, a white or bloomy-rinded cheese such as a Brie or a Camembert, a hard cheese like a cheddar and a blue such as a Stilton. You could also add a washed-rind cheese, a sheep cheese or a cheese flavored with herbs. What I like to do is create a miniature cheese board for two. You could have two goat cheese buttons, two wedges

of Camembert or other white-rinded cheese, two slices of Beaufort and two radicchio leaves topped with a spoonful of a soft blue cheese such as Gorgonzola or Cashel Blue. Perch two small pots of fruit compote or chutney along-side or a couple of shots of grape jelly, add a few grapes or a couple of fresh figs, some small home-baked rolls or pre-cut slices of raisin bread and some rustic artisanal bread-sticks, and you’ve got a very pretty-looking board indeed.ON BReaD In general, softer and sliced breads are better with harder, sliced cheeses and crustier breads like baguettes and ciabatta with soft or semi-soft cheeses. Try Scandinavian-style crisp-breads with mild, semi-soft cheeses like Havarti; seeded, crisp flatbreads with creamy cow, goat or sheep cheeses; breadsticks with mozzarella; a baguette with Brie and Camembert; sourdough bread with all kinds of cheeses, par-ticularly washed-rind cheeses and hard sheep cheeses; mixed-grain bread with ched-dar, Cheshire and Lancashire; light rye with alpine cheeses such as Beaufort and Comté; darker ryes with creamy, spreadable cheeses.OTheR PaIRINGs In summer, take advantage of the wealth of fresh fruit and vegetables to show off your cheeses. Also, don’t be afraid to intro-duce a touch of spice. Chili peppers and garlic work well with cheese. One idea: Serve thinly sliced sheep cheese with grilled peppers and almonds as a mini tapas plate with a glass of fino sherry, or do as the Basques do and serve it with a cherry com-pote and a glass of fruity red wine. Or plate up individual ploughman’s platters with a good chunk of cheddar, some thickly carved ham, a dollop of chutney, an apple and some crusty bread.

where to buy BaLDUccI’s15 Palmer Ave. Scarsdale914.722.0200balduccis.com

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MINT PReMIUM fOODs18 Main St. Tarrytown914.703.6511

PLUM PLUMs72 Westchester Ave. Pound Ridge914.764.1525plumplumscheese.com

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Rainbeau Ridge Bedford Hills seems like an unlikely setting for a farm, but Lisa and Mark Schwartz have created Rainbeau Ridge on 35 acres there, selling Lisa’s award-winning goat cheeses while offering seasonal cooking classes taught by local chefs and hands-on programs for children. Lisa’s cheeses are sold at local shops and can be found on the menus of a dozen restaurants including Gramercy Tavern in New York City and the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. They include the ash-coated Meridian, pyramid-shaped Mont Vivant and cups of soft cheese curds. Check the calendar on the website for days when visitors can see this working farm in action, and also for information on festivals in May and October.

Valley ShepheRd CReameRyChildren and adults enjoy visiting New Jersey’s only rotating sheep milking parlor at Valley Shepherd. They also can watch the milk being used to make a variety of cheeses, including the Pyrenees-style Oldwick Shepherd, truffle-laced Tartuffo Shepherd and Smokey Shepherd, which is smoked over applewood embers. Mixed-milk cheeses, which combine sheep’s milk and jersey cows’ milk, include Babaloo, a cave-aged blue; the softer Crema De Blue; the flavored Nettlesome made with stinging nettles, and Carameaway made with cara-way seeds. The cheeses are available at farmers’ markets, in gourmet shops and some local restaurants. Tours of the farm are offered on Saturdays and Sundays in July and August, and cheesemaking classes are held one Sunday each month from April through November. —SuSan Sprague YeSke

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rainBeau riDge49 David’s WayBedford Hi l ls, N.Y.914.234.2197rainbeauridge.com

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bobolink daiRy & bakeRyBobolink owners Nina and Jonathan White last year moved their Vernon, N.J., farm to Milford, N.J., where their cows have plenty of room to roam and munch on grass. From the cows’ milk the Whites produce a variety of cheeses, including the Brie-like Baudolino, a cave-ripened cheddar and the bold, firm Frolic. Their cheeses are sold at the farm and at a variety of farmers’ markets. Hands-on classes limited to four people are taught by Jonathan White, and each Saturday when the weather allows there are one-hour walking tours of the farm to view the milking parlor, creamery, cheese caves and bakery.

CoaCh faRmAfter creating the well-known Coach line of handbags, Miles and Lillian Cahn started Coach Farm, a nationally known purveyor of authentic artisanal goat cheeses that are made using the traditional methods of French farmstead cheeses. Products of the upstate New York farm include cheeses such as the award-winning triple cream wheel, green peppercorn pyramid, green peppercorn tome and caraway round. Tours of the farm are not currently offered, but anyone can stop by at 3 p.m. to meet the goats and watch them being milked—just call f irst and let farm staf fers know you are coming. Products are sold through the website coachfarmstore.com but can also be found at upscale cheese and grocery stores in the Hudson Valley area including Whole Foods and Balducci’s.

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ARMONKOpus 465 Contemporary cuisine, 465 Main St., 914.273.4676

RestauRant nORth Seasonal, New American fare with locally sourced ingredients, 386 Main St., 914.273.8686

BEDFORD the BaRn at BedfORd pOst Casual dining with brunch on the weekends, 954 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7800

BistRO twenty-twO French bistro fare, 391 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7333

faRmhOuse at BedfORd pOst Contemporary American cuisine with seasonal ingredients, 954 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7800

BRIARCLIFF MANORGuadalajaRa Festive Mexican including favorites like fajitas, 2 Union St., 914.944.4380

teRRa Rustica Classic Italian with salads, pastas and seafood, 550 N. State Rd., 914.923.8300

BRONXVILLEhaiku asian BistRO Serves sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, 56 Pondfield Rd., 914.337.5601

CHAPPAQUAcRaBtRee’s kittle hOuse American fare with an expansive wine cellar, 11 Kittle Rd. (off Route 117), 914.666.8044

dOn emiliO at lOBO’s café Upscale Mexican eatery, 57-59 King St., 914.238.2368

CROSS RIVERhaiku asian BistRO Serves sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, Cross River Plaza, Routes 35 and 121, 914.763.9120

CROTON FALLSpRimaveRa Regional Italian cuisine featuring jumbo shrimp parmigiana and grilled Scottish salmon, 592 Route 22, 914.277.4580

CROTON-ON-HUDSONOcean hOuse New England–style seashore fare including steamers, grilled wild salmon and fried clams, 49 N. Riverside Ave., 914.271.0702

umami café Creative, eclectic cuisine, 325 S. River-side Ave., 914.271.5555

DOBBS FERRYthe cOOkeRy Fine Italian comfort food in a relaxed setting, 39 Chestnut St., 914.305.2336

half mOOn Casual American restaurant, 1 High St., 914.693.4130

tOmatillO Authentic Mexican fare featuring in-season local ingredients, 13 Cedar St., 914.478.2300

ELMSFORDpete’s salOOn & RestauRant Casual bar and eatery with live entertainment, 8 W. Main St., 914.592.9849

HARTSDALEveGa Classic Mexican cuisine in a contemporary setting, 187-189 E. Hartsdale Ave., 914.723.0010

HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONhaRvest On hudsOn Mediterranean cuisine, 1 River St., 914.478.2800

HAWTHORNEGashO Of japan Hibachi steak house, 6 Saw Mill River Rd., 914.592.5900

IRVINGTONmima Home-cooked Italian fare with a wine bar, 63 Main St., 914.591.1300

Red hat On the RiveR Upscale eatery featuring contemporary American cuisine, 1 Bridge St., 914.591.5888

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LARCHMONTGlobe bar & Grill Seafood, pasta and steaks with a lively bar scene, 1879 Palmer Ave., 914.833.8600

larchmont tavern Pub fare in a casual setting, 104 Chatsworth Ave., 914.834.9821

lusardi’s Authentic, homemade Italian cuisine, 1885 Palmer Ave., 914.834.5555

Plates New American menu with Italian, French and Asian accents, 121 Myrtle Blvd., 914.834.1244

MAMARONECKhaiku asian bistro Serves sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, 265 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.381.3200

le Provençal bistro French fare, 436 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.777.2324

Zitoune Festive Moroccan eatery, 1127 W. Boston Post Rd., 914.835.8350

MILLWOODsPaccarelli’s ristorante Neighborhood eatery emphasizing Abruzzese cuisine, 238 Saw Mill River Rd., 914.941.0105

MOHEGAN LAKEbella vita Italian spot known for homemade pumpkin ravioli, 1744 E. Main St., 914.528.8233

MOUNT KISCOPour café & Wine bar Boutique wines and spirits from around the world and authentic bistro fare, 241 Main St., 914.864.0606

NEW ROCHELLEdon coqui Authentic Puerto Rican dishes, 115 Cedar St., 914.637.3737

city choW house Asian-Latin fusion cuisine, 1 Radisson Plaza, 914.576.4141

the Gnarly vine Tapas and wine bar, 501 E. Main St., 914.355.2441

sPadaro Inspired Italian cuisine, 211 E. Main St., 914.235.4595

NORTH SALEMJohn-michael’s at Purdy’s homestead Modern fare set in a Colonial home, 100 Titicus Rd., 914.277.2301

vox French bistro serving eclectic fare from foie gras to burgers, 721 Titicus Rd., 914.669.5450

PEEKSKILLdivision street Grill Food with a contemporary American flair, 26 N. Division St., 914.739.6380

ZePhs’ Global soul food, 638 Central Ave., 914.736.2159

POCANTICO HILLSblue hill at stone barns Local, seasonal cuisine, using many ingredients from the restaurant’s own farm, 630 Bedford Rd., 914.366.9600

PORT CHESTERq restaurant & bar Authentic Midwestern barbecue, 112 Main St., 914.933.RIBS

tarry lodGe Upscale Italian restaurant in a small, intimate setting, 18 Mill St., 314.939.3111

the Willett house Fine steak house, 20 Willett Ave., 914.939.7500

RYEla Panetière Contemporary French cuisine, 530 Milton Rd., 914.967.8140

rye roadhouse Features steak and Cajun sea-food, 12 High St., 914.925.2668

Whitby castle American cuisine, 330 Boston Post Rd., 914.777.2053

SCARSDALEthe 808 bistro Italian fusion fare and a full bar, 808 Scarsdale Ave., 914.722.0808

chat american Grill Steaks, seafood and sand-wiches, 1 Christie Pl., 914.722.4000


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meritage New American cuisine in a chic, Manhattan-style setting, 1505 Weaver St., 914.472.8484

SLEEPY HOLLOWwasabi Casual Japanese restaurant featuring sushi, sashimi and hot dishes, 279 N. Broadway, 914.332.7788

SOUTH SALEMle château Classic French dishes in a Tudor mansion, Routes 35 and 123, 914.533.6631

TARRYTOWNequus restaurant French fare served at Castle on the Hudson, 400 Benedict Ave., 914.631.3646

sweet grass grill Creative local fare, 24 W. Main St., 914.631.0000

THORNWOODabis Japanese restaurant Traditional Japanese cuisine plus steak house hibachi, 14 Marble Ave., 914.741.5100

Johnny’s bar & grill A variety of American favorites, 665 Commerce St., 914.773.5982

TUCKAHOEan american bistro Bright eatery featuring quesadillas, lamb and chicken, 296 Columbus Ave., 914.793.0807

WEST HARRISONaquario Seafood and Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine, 141 E. Lake St., 914.287.0220

WHITE PLAINS42 Elegant American eatery, 1 Renaissance Sq., 914.761.4242

asian temptation Modern Japanese and Asian cuisine, 23 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.328.5151

blue Asian-influenced American fare featuring osso bucco, 99 Church St., 914.220.0000

the melting pot Fondue restaurant with an inti-mate atmosphere, 30 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.993.6358

morton’s Outpost of the Chicago-based steak house, 9 Maple Ave., 914.683.6101

YONKERSX2o Xaviars on the hudson Eclectic fare with a vibrant lounge area, 71 Water Grant St., 914.965.1111

Zuppa restaurant & lounge Innovative Italian with homemade pasta, 59 Main St., 914.376.6500

YORKTOWN peter pratt’s inn New American fare in a rustic setting, 673 Croton Heights Rd., 914.962.4090

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JUN 4 The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester will host its annual HUMANITARIAN AWARD DINNER at Lexus of Mount Kisco, 6:30 p.m. After a cocktail reception and sit-down dinner there will be an awards ceremony and live auction. Tickets: $350. To find out more, call 914.666.8069 or visit bgcnw.com.

JUN 11 The historic James House wil l be a scenic backdrop for the PHELPS MEMORIAL HOSPITALCRAFT FAIR in Sleepy Hollow, 10 a.m., featuring more than 30 vendors selling handcrafted jewelry, clothing, pottery, handbags, photography and more. The fair will also include tours of the house, an 1851 stone man-sion with river views, which can be rented for special occasions. Free admission. For additional informa-tion, call 914.366.3170 or visit phelpshospital.org.

JUN 11 The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival invites guests to help it celebrate a milestone at its 25TH ANNIVERSARY BENEFIT at the Boscobel House in Garrison, 4:30 p.m. This special event is a fund-raiser for the HVSF, and the evening will include mingling with the 2011 company and a preview of this year’s Silver Anniversary season as well as a live auction presented by members of the company and its benefactors. Tickets: $200. For additional information, call 845.265.9575 or visit hvshakespeare.org.

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thingstodoJUN 13 New York Giants Quarterback Eli Manning will host the annual GUIDING EYES FOR THE BLIND GOLF CLASSIC at Mount Kisco Country Club, 8:30 a.m. The event, which benefits this Westchester-based guide-dog training school, will include a full day of golf, breakfast, lunch and a banquet dinner with a silent auc-tion. Tickets: $700 for an individual and $2,500 for a foursome. Call 914.243.2208 or visit guidingeyes.org to learn more.

JUN 18 In an event un-like any he has ever done before, multi-platinum recording artist and Grammy winner PETER FRAMPTON will perform at the Paramount Center for the Arts in Peekskill, 8 p.m. The concert, featuring Frampton’s entire album Frampton Comes Alive! as well as highlights from his catalog, will also include a pre-show gala reception and meet-and-greet. Tickets: $95 to $105. To find out more, call 914.402.2081 or visit paramountcenter.org.

JUN 19 Put a bow on a bottle of sunscreen and take Dad to the FATHER’S DAY HIKE at Hilltop Han-over Farm in Yorktown Heights, 10 a.m. Enjoy the weather, check out the farm stand and explore the 3½ miles of woodland trails at the farm during this guided tour. Free admission. For more information, call 914.962.2368 or visit hilltophanoverfarm.org.

JUN 25 The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is opening its carriage trails to runners looking for a pictur-esque race during the ROCKWOOD 10K RAMBLE at Rockwood Hall,8:30 a.m. This challenging course provides competitors with a breath-taking view of the Hudson River, and all proceeds from the run will go toward maintaining the park. Registration fee: $40. Call 914.631.1470 or visit nysparks.state.ny.us to learn more.

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JUN 25 The Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts wil l be kicking off its 2011 season with an OPENING NIGHT GALA at the Caramoor in Katonah, 6 p.m. The festivities will include a pre-concert cocktail hour; an on-premises dinner; a performance of one of the most beloved of the Gilbert and Sullivan operettas, H.M.S. Pinafore; and after-the-show dancing with the Pin-afore cast. Tickets: $600 to $2,500. For additional information, call 914.232.1492 or visit caramoor.org.

JUL 4 Celebrate this Indepen-dence Day with carnival food, games, a raffle and amusement rides for all ages before settl ing down on your blanket during the FIREMAN’S CARNIVAL AND FIREWORKS at Har-bor Island Park, the largest park in Mamaroneck. This all-day event wil l conclude with the main event around 9 p.m.: fireworks over the water. Free admission. Call 914.777.7784 or visit village.mamaroneck.ny.us for more information.

JUL 5–15 The New York Classical Theatre performs Shake-speare’s HENRY V as never before at Battery Park in Manhattan, 7 p.m. Experience the unforgettable journey of King Henry and his army to France, joining the monarch as he leaves England (Castle Clinton in Battery Park), crosses the English Channel (New York Harbor) by boat (ferry) and fights in the epic Battle of Agincourt in France (Governors Island). Free admission and ferry pass. To learn more, call 212.252.4531 or visit newyorkclassical.org.

Send event listings to: Westchester Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; or reach us by e-mail at [email protected]. Listings must be received two months in advance of the event and must include a phone number that will be published.

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SUPPORT GROUPSHEPATITIS C SUPPORT GROUPMeets every other Wednesday,6–8 p.m., in the Cedarwood HallConference Room on the first floor. Call 914.493.7641.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR PATIENTS’FAMILY, CAREGIVERS AND FRIENDSMeets every Wednesday, 2–3 p.m., 6 South Patient Lounge, Westchester Medical Center. Call 914.493.1151 for more information.

LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSISFor information about the group, call the Behavioral Health Center Outpatient Department at 914.493.2621.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUPMeets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 6–7:30 p.m. Call 914.493.1573 to find out more.

WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERYSUPPORT GROUPMeets twice monthly at 6 p.m., Medicall Arts Atrium, 19 Bradhurst Avenue, Suite 1700, Hawthorne. For dates, visit WorldClassMedicine.com.

SPECIAL EVENTSGo to WorldClassMedicine.com/ 2011Events for more about the medi-cal center’s special events this year.

32ND ANNUAL WESTCHESTERMEDICAL CENTER GALASaturday, June 117 World Trade CenterThe annual gala is the medical center’s largest fundraising event of the year. Supporters take part in an elegant evening of fi ne dining and dancing. There will be live and silent auctions featuring exotic trips, jewelry and other unique items. Visit WorldClassMedicine.com/gala or call the Westchester Medi-cal Center Foundation at 914.493.2575to learn more.

10TH ANNUAL WESTCHESTERMEDICAL CENTER DUATHLON Sunday, June 26With more than 400 participants each year, the annual Duathlon attracts athletes from the tri-state area and around the country. Competitors run two miles, bike 15 miles and run another two miles around the Westchester Medical Center campus and throughout the surrounding

neighborhoods of Valhalla and Haw-thorne. Entry fees: Individuals: early, $55; regular, $65; race day, $75. Two-person relay teams: early, $65; regular, $75; race day, $75. Awards for top three overall finishers. For more information, please visit WorldClass Medicine.com/Duathlon or call the Westchester Medical Center Foundation at 914.493.2575.

LEARNING FOR LIFELearning for Life is Westchester Medi-cal Center’s series of free educational seminars on topics relating to your health. For additional information or to register, visit WorldClassMedicine.comor call 877.WMC.DOCS.

WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY SEMINARSThursdays, June 9 and July 14; Tuesdays, June 21 and July 26,, 4:30 p.m., Conference Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. If you are overweight, you may be a candidate for bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. Join expert bariatric surgeons for an informative presentation on the latest minimally invasive surgical weight-loss procedures.

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and bird-watching. Walks around the grounds can be brief or as long as two hours if you want to trek the entire carriage drive system. The house is open for tours Tuesday through Sunday (plus holiday Mondays) from April through October, and Friday through Sunday the rest of the year. The daily number of tickets is limited, so reservations are recommended.

To make a day of it, check out some of the more than 75 antiques dealers in the area, which has become known as a major antiquing destination. The influx of stores beginning in the 1980s has been credited with revitalizing the for-merly downtrodden town of Hudson. These days, Warren Street is lined with great antiques stores and a wide variety of other charming retail shops and restau-rants. Those wishing to extend their stay can check into one of the historic inns or B&Bs in the area. —Marisa sandora

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GettinG thereOlana State HiStOric Site5720 Route 9G, Hudson, N.Y.

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When you travel the winding carriage roads up to Olana, near Hudson, N.Y., you’ll instantly appreciate why famed landscape painter Frederic edwin Church chose the spot to build his persian-style mansion in 1870. Turn one corner, and you’re treated to magnificent views of the Hudson River. Round the next bend, and the gorgeous Catskill Mountains fill the sky. And in the surrounding 250 acres, you’ll f ind the picturesque land-scape designed by Church himself.

One of the best-known artists of the Hudson River School, Church designed not only the grounds surrounding the home, but the stone, brick and poly-chrome-stenciled structure as well, working with the architect Calvert vaux. The mansion is a mixture of victorian, persian and Moorish styles, and the well-preserved interior remains much as it was during Church’s lifetime, com-plete with the original furniture, paintings,

sculptures and furnishings that the painter and his wife acquired over the years. Besides Church’s own work, the art collection includes paintings by fellow Hudson River School artists Martin John-son Heade and Arthur parton, and there are numerous works by Church’s close friend sculptor erastus dow palmer.

it took Church 40 years to create Ola-na’s vast landscape, and many consider it his greatest work. like a painting, it features a foreground (the house envi-rons), a middle ground (the rolling fields and forest), and a background (the Hudson River and the Catskill, Berkshire and Taconic mountains). Church planted thousands of trees, created a large, heart-shaped lake and designed miles of carriage trails from which to experience his composition. The grounds are open from 8 a.m. until sunset daily through-out the year and are a popular spot for picnicking, cross-country skiing, hiking

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SAFETY IS MY JOB.My name is Joe Pollock and I am Site Vice President at the Indian Point Energy Center in Buchanan, New York. In this role, I’m the person in charge of safely running the plants day to day.

I understand area residents need to hear from us about the safety of Indian Point, so here are some quick facts: Indian Point has been designed to withstand an earthquake 100 times the magnitude of the strongest earthquake ever recorded in this area. However, it is important to remember that it was the tsunami, not the earthquake, that caused the loss of power to the Fukushima plant’s cooling systems. Which is why we’ve added multiple layers of on-site above ground backup power sources to make certain that our cooling systems will work whenever they are needed.

All who work at Indian Point have complete confidence in the safety of our plants. We have multiple back-up safety systems and continuously upgrade our systems in all our operations to ensure safety.

In addition, all Indian Point staff participate in training programs related to their jobs at least once a year and some, such as

control room operators receive one week of additional training every six weeks to ensure safe operation.

Our families and friends live in this area too. We would not be here if we didn’t also believe that Indian Point safely

provides clean and reliable lower cost power.

For more information on the safety and security of Indian Point Energy Center, please visit us online at www.safesecurevital.com.

Joe Pollock Site Vice President Indian Point Energy Center

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