15K and 4 Mile Race Winners Announced
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Over 450 runners, including 99 kids participated in the Scarsdale 15K, 4 Mile and 1 mile Kids Fun Run on Sudan April 19th in Scarsdale. The 15K race is the longest running race in Westchester County, and began on Brewster Road and continued through Fox Meadow and Greenacres. The race is managed by the Scarsdale Parks & Recreation Department and co-sponsored by the Scarsdale Antiques Running Club and coffee was supplied by Lange's Deli of Scarsdale.
The overall winner of the men's 15K run was Chihiro Ota with a time of 55:18. Rachel Rilander was the first female runner to cross the finish line in the 15K race, completing it with a time of 1:08:38. Fire Chief Thomas Cain was the first finisher in the 50-59 age group.
For the 4 mile run, the male winner was James Cotter with a time of 23:35, and the female first finisher in the 4 mile race was Luisa Molina.
Awards were given to the first three finishers in male and female groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-79, 80+. Team awards were also given in the 15K for the first three teams in male (50+) and female (40+). Bagels, water and coffee were available for the runners. The coffee was courtesy of Lange's Deli.
Awards were given to the first Scarsdale finisher (Male and Female) in the 15K. There were 213 runners registered for the 4 Mile Run and 147 in the 15K. There were 99 children (12 and under) who participated in a 1 mile Kids Fun Run.
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Soprano Liana Guberman and Clarinetist Nicholas Lewis In Concert at Scarsdale Congregational Church
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Soprano Liana Guberman, clarinetist Nicholas Lewis and pianist Brett Terry will appear at The Scarsdale Congregational Concert Series on Friday, May 1, 7:00 p.m.
Soprano Liana Guberman is gaining attention for her artistry and musicianship in operas, recitals, concerts, competitions, and other venues. Liana is a Young Artist with Palm Beach Opera, where she is covering the roles of Mimì in Puccini's La Bohème and Masha in Benjamin Moore's Enemies, A Love Story. Liana was a Fellow in 2014 at the Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara, where she sang Micaëla in Carmen and the soprano solo in Mahler's 4th Symphony with Maestro James Gaffigan. Other operatic roles include Mimì in La Bohème and the Countess in Le Nozze di Figaro with Brooklyn's LoftOpera and Parasha in Stravinsky's Mavra and Donna Anna in Don Giovanni with Mannes Opera. Liana was a 2014 award winner of the Gerda Lissner Foundation Competition, the Licia Albanese-Puccini Competition, and the Giulio Gari Foundation Competition. Since 2013, Ms. Guberman has also been the soprano soloist and section leader at The Scarsdale Congregational Church.
Clarinetist Nicholas Lewis has cultivated a career spanning a broad range of styles and activities, including the 
written traditional, improvisation, composition, and education. He has held positions with the Williamsburg and Richmond symphonies as well as Howard and Virginia Union Universities. He has also performed with the Akron, Pittsburgh, Virginia, and Westmoreland symphonies, as well as the Baltimore Opera Orchestra and the Brevard, Gateways, and Pittsburgh New Music Festival orchestras. Mr. Lewis is also the co-founder of the BLAK-New Blues Ensemble, based at Duke University. His performances have ranged from Mozart's Concerto for Clarinet and Sinfonia Concertante, to David Baker's Jazz Suite for Clarinet and Orchestra, to multiple premieres of new music by composers including Craig DeAlmedia, Anthony Kelley, Aristides Llaneza, and more, to jazz and blues improvisation. His own compositions include Souls Intertwined for Symphonic Brass and Brass Band; Herr Rubik, Toy 4 Abi; and Water Music.
Nicholas holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in music from Carnegie Mellon University, as well as the Master of Divinity from Yale Divinity School where he also studied at the Institute of Sacred Music. He currently serves on the faculty of Bard College as Assistant Dean of the College and Community Life Chaplain.
A festive reception will follow the concert. Tickets are $20 and will be available at the door.
Friday, May 1, 7:00 p.m.
The Scarsdale Congregational Church
1 Heathcote Road
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Biodynamics and Organic Wines for Earth Day
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Spring is finally upon us in Scarsdale, and we're starting to see green emerging... This change in season coupled with next week's Earth Day has us thinking of biodynamics, sustainability and organics here at Zachys. These are wine industry trends we've seen skyrocketing over the past decade, with more and more of our favorite producers adopting these practices in the vineyards and winemaking process. With that being said, we know they're mystifying classifications and it can be difficult to understand what these terms actually say about the wine in your glass! Zachys is here to guide you through the world of biodynamics and organics, and to invite you to come see the proof in the pudding of how these philosophies and techniques are taking the wine world by storm.
Biodynamic winemaking is a few steps beyond organic winemaking and is not merely an approach to agriculture, but rather a philosophy and world-view in action. A biodynamic producer treats the vineyard as a living system that is self-sustaining but acts harmoniously with the rest of the natural world. Biodynamic wines are produced using organically grown grapes – no pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers, or synthetic chemicals of any kind are allowed. Harvest is done by hand, the vineyards are plowed by hand or by horses, and only natural indigenous yeasts are used. A biodynamic grower also takes into account lunar and cosmic rhythms and other natural cycles of the Earth, using a series of techniques to enhance the life of the soil.
The guiding idea behind biodynamic winemaking is ecological self-sufficiency. Some of this might seem unusual, but once the result is seen in healthy vineyards, it's hard to argue against such a system. This practice becomes harder in cooler climates, such as Burgundy, where variables are more extreme and create more challenges for winemakers.
A farm or vineyard is considered biodynamic if it has achieved certification through Demeter, an internationally recognized certifying body, for a minimum of three years if farmed conventionally or one year if farmed organically. The entire farm or vineyard area must be certified, not just a portion, and it must be inspected annually to maintain biodynamic certification.
Wine can be labelled as made from biodynamically grown grapes, if the vineyard is certified biodynamic OR the wine can be labelled as a biodynamic wine, if the Demeter Wine Processing Standard is also met. In this case, biodynamic practices extend to the winemaking – avoiding common manipulations such as yeast additions or acidity adjustments.
We're opening up a few of our favorite examples of biodynamic and organic wines this weekend (Saturday April 18th and Sunday April 19th) for a complimentary tasting of Zachys picks in organic and biodynamic wines. And if you still have questions, just ask our knowledgeable staff!
Zachys Picks - Organic Wines
Bonterra Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Organic 2012 (91WE) Sale $12.99
Bonterra's grapes are 100% certified organic, and have been since 1993, and they practice biodynamics to complement the organic farming they credit with adding much of the character to their wines. They utilize cover crops, and then compost the crops to use as fertilizer in the vineyards; and sheep and chickens assist with maintaining the health of the vineyards.
"Made mostly from Mendocino grapes, this presses all the right buttons—the deep, dark red color; the spicy, toasty aromas; the ripe, black cherry and currant flavors; the firm tannins and full body. It's tasty, and built for enjoyment alongside a great meal involving rich protein...91" WE 5/15
Zachys Picks– Biodynamic Wines
Abbatucci Vin de France Blanc Barbarossa 2010 (93SWJ) Sale $74.99
"Brilliant sheen with a light green tint. A fascinating and complex bouquet of briny, sour fruits and stones. On the palate, the wine is nearly fat, exhibiting a massive and layered wine that slowly unfolds in the mouth. Rich and yeasty on the attack, with notes of grapefruit, pine needles, fresh cream, and stones. A wine that inspires supreme contemplation by virtue of the complexity and uniqueness of flavors and textures. A good dose of acidity on the backend neatly ties the various components of the wine together. It is hard to describe the perfectly infused combination of earth, fruit, air, and yeast that this bottling possesses. Exceedingly long and complex finish, where the wine's essence gently echoes down the back of your palate...93" SWJ 05/12
This article is sponsored content from Zachys Fine Wine. For 70 years, Zachys has built its business on offering one of the most complete selections of fine wine & spirits in America with over 6,000 varieties available. In addition, the experience would not be complete without customer service playing a primary role in their day-to-day interaction with all of their customers.
Zachys Wine & Liquor,16 East Parkway • Scarsdale, New York 10583,800.723.0241 • zachys.com • [email protected]
Scarsdale Library Offers Programs To Get Your Yard And Garden Ready For Summer
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This spring, Scarsdale Library is hosting two programs to provide residents with the information and tools they need to "go green" this summer. On Wednesday, April 29 at 7:30pm, Max Apton, former Stone Barns manager and current owner of The Farmer's Garden, will teach a class entitled, Organic Gardening at Home. On Thursday, May 7 at 7:30pm, the conversation will continue with Dr. Diane Lewis' presentation on her book, "The Great Healthy Yard Project: Our Yards, Our Children, Our Responsibility." The programs are free and open to the public.
"With the change of season, people are starting to think about lawn and garden maintenance," said Library Director, Elizabeth Bermel. "The success of the gardening programs at the schools is an example of Scarsdale's commitment to sustainable living. While we all love a beautiful garden and yard, residents also want to make sure they are doing it in a healthy way. These programs will give them the information they need to do that."
In his class, Organic Gardening at Home, on April 29th, Max Apton will provide an introduction on how to design, build, and maintain a home vegetable garden. Topics covered will include picking the right size and placement of your garden, preparing the soil for planting, regionally appropriate crop selection and timing, how and when to harvest popular garden plants, and fun and educational garden tasks for children. Apton's company, The Farmer's Garden, is also available to work with residents at their homes to get their gardens started or to provide ongoing maintenance.
On May 7th, Dr. Diane Lewis will share the message she has been spreading to people across the country about the health risks that pesticides pose. In "The Great Healthy Yard Project," Dr. Lewis explains that the most widespread problem facing our drinking water is pollution by the chemicals we use on our yards and gardens. In her talk, Lewis will provide natural options that will protect the health of our families and community. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event.
For more information or to register for either program, go to the calendar page at www.scarsdalelibrary.org or call the Reference Desk at 914-722-1302.
Library Reading Group to Discuss "The Opposite of Spoiled" on May 11
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Scarsdale Library has announced that the Spring selection for Scarsdale Reads is "The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money" by New York Times columnist, Ron Lieber. The bestseller is the second selection in Scarsdale Reads, a community reading initiative that encourages friends and neighbors to have ongoing conversations around a shared reading experience.
Scarsdale Library Director, Elizabeth Bermel, invites residents to read the book and to meet the author. "We are delighted to host Ron Lieber in a discussion of his book at the library on Monday, May 11 at 7:30pm. 'The Opposite of Spoiled' has received a lot of national attention and we are happy to have the opportunity to bring the conversation to Scarsdale." The program is being presented in partnership between the Scarsdale Library and the Scarsdale PT Council and is sponsored by Platinum Drive Realty. The May event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
Pamela Fuehrer, President of the PT Council notes, "In a community like Scarsdale, parents walk a fine line in an effort to provide opportunities for their children while also maintaining a spirit of humility and gratitude. I think as parents we all want to provide the best for our children, but we don't want them to take what they have for granted. 'The Opposite of Spoiled' is a really practical book for helping parents find that balance."
"The Opposite of Spoiled" is a guide for parents to facilitate conversations with children about the role of money in their lives as individuals and as a family. Lieber covers topics from the tooth fairy to philanthropic giving to college tuition. Operating under the premise that children will make better choices throughout life if they are given the tools and information they need beginning at an early age, Lieber provides real life examples of how to make the topic of money a natural part of parenting.
For more information, visit the Scarsdale Reads table at the library. Multiple copies of the book are available and Scarsdale cardholders may download an ebook version through OverDrive on the library website. To register for the May 11 event or to reserve a copy of the book, visit www.scarsdalelibrary.org or call the Reference Desk at 914-722-1302.
