Scarsdale

Solo Concert by Nina Gordon at the Westchester Community for Humanistic Judaism

Westchester Community for Humanistic Judaism (http://www.wchj.org) presents: A Taste of the Mame-Loshn — From the Old Country to the New World: a solo concert by Nina K. Gordon. The concert will take place on Saturday, February 22, starting at 2 PM at the Community Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 468 Rosedale Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605.

Nina Gordon made her professional performing debut at age 12, accompanying herself on guitar and singing folk songs by Woody Guthrie & Pete Seeger at the 1965 World’s Fair in New York. She continued singing in high school, college and beyond, appearing at coffeehouses and clubs in the N.Y.C. and L.I. area throughout the 1970s.

With a diverse repertoire of popular hits and hidden gems from the past half century of recorded music, Nina has delighted audiences of all ages, from infants to centenarians, in venues throughout the tri-state area for over 40 years. She performs regularly as a solo artist as well as with her country-western band, Savannah Sky, and her retro-pop band, The Nina Gordon Party, and she is a regular performer at senior living communities throughout New York and Long Island.

Accompanying herself on guitar, Nina covers music from genres as varied as calypso, folk, jazz, blues and rock. Her repertoire includes folksongs, popular standards, country songs, and Yiddish and Hebrew favorites. Theme programs range from focus on a specific songwriter, to topical themes such as protest songs or women's image in music.

There is no charge for admission, but donations are welcomed. Light refreshments, coffee, and tea will be provided.

A local Sarah Lawrence parent has been convicted of sex trafficking of students. Human trafficking does happen in our suburban Westchester community. In honor of the International Day of Women (March 8, 2020), three local businesses have united to support My Sisters’ Place, an organization that supports victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. RE/MAX Distinguished Homes & Properties
(Tuckahoe), and local EMDR therapist and anxiety/ trauma expert, Dana Carretta-Stein, are hosting a Sip and Shop fundraising event at I AM MORE Scarsdale on March 4th, 2020 from 6-8pm.

I AM MORE Scarsdale is a unique women’s boutique, whose mission is to empower women to make them feel confident, support up-and-coming/women-owned businesses and designers; as well as, raise funds for local organizations benefitting women. I Am More operates as a philanthropic business, with ownership forgoing a salary in order to donate profits to the organizations that it supports. On March 4th, I AM MORE will give shoppers a 10% discount and an additional 10% of the entire day’s sales (in-store and online at www.iammorescarsdale.com) will go to My Sisters’ Place

That evening, Dana Carretta-Stein, LMHC and EDMR Regional Chapter Coordinator, will speak about issues of trauma and anxiety related to domestic violence. My Sisters’ Place will be on hand to educate the community about the resources they provide for those in need.

Karen Cheeks-Lomax, Esq., Chief Executive Officer of My Sisters’ Place, “We are so grateful to be the beneficiary of this wonderful event, which will not only raise awareness and let people know we are here if they need us, but also raise funds to support the sustainability of our vital programs. We are stronger joining forces with partners like
RE/MAX, Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling and I AM MORE Scarsdale who share a commitment to our mission to help survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

About My Sisters’ Place
For more than 40 years, My Sisters’ Place has been striving to end domestic violence and human trafficking by providing free, confidential supportive and legal services, education, and outreach throughout Westchester County, NY. We are working to create a world in which people of all genders, backgrounds, abilities, and identities have the basic human right to engage in relationships that embrace respect, equality, and safety. To learn more about My Sisters’ Place visit www.mspny.org.

The media contact at MSP is Cheryl Greenberg who can be reached at cgreenberg@mspny.org or 914-683-1333.

About Dana Carretta-Stein:
Dana Carretta-Stein is the owner and founder of Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, a wellness center in Scarsdale, NY. In her private practice, Dana specializes in anxiety, PTSD, and behavioral challenges for adults. She is an expert in EMDR, one of the most effective psychotherapy treatments for trauma and anxiety.

For more information, please visit www.danacarretta.com

RE/MAX Distinguished Homes & Properties

Purim Carnival at Scarsdale Synagogue
Sunday March 8, 2020

10:15 - 11:00 a.m. - Megillah Reading, Purim Fun
Join our intergenerational celebration of Purim, filled with songs, silliness and chanting from the Megillah!

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Purim Carnival

-Maker Space - lego zone, decorate bags (for all of your prizes and goodies!), coloring and activity sheets
-Games - duck match, cornhole
-Tzedakah Zone
-Photo Booth
-Prizes for Best Costumes!

$10/child Ages 2-Grade 6; Kids under 2 FREE
Pizza available for purchase. Hamentaschen and Drinks available at no charge.

Visit our website for all the latest details.

Scarsdale Synagogue is a reform Jewish congregation located at 2 Ogden Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583. www.sstte.org. 914-725.5175

Challenge Camp: Open the door to a delightful and meaningful summer of fun and learning for your bright, curious child. Challenge Camp is an ACA accredited camp celebrating its 40th summer. Join them at their fully air-conditioned facility in Hartsdale. 

Challenge is dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for children aged 4-15 to realize their intellectual and personal potential. They offer over 100 STEM and Arts based enrichment courses ranging from 3D Printing, Chess, Coding, Cooking, DJ'ing, Drones, Escape Room, Fashion, Fortnite, Go Kart, Lego, Magic, Makerspace, Minecraft, Model Rocketry, Music, Photography, Robotics, Theater, Video Production, Virtual Reality, YouTube and many options in between. Sports options include Swimming, Fencing, Ninja Warrior and Tae Kwon Do. Challenge campers customize a program of selections based on their interests and follow their courses for an entire session, enabling their knowledge and interest to grow throughout the session. Bus transportation and early/extended day options available. 

Please join them for an Open House on Sunday March 22, from 2-4PM at The Leffell School (formerly Schechter Westchester) - 555 West Hartsdale Avenue, Hartsdale NY 10530.