Scarsdale Resident Exhibits Abstract Oil Paintings in Pelham
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An exhibit of the paintings of Scarsdale resident Jill S. Krutick is now on display at The Manor Club, at 1023 Esplanade, in Pelham. Krutick is both a painter and a corporate executive who worked on Wall Street for nearly two decades as an entertainment and leisure analyst before moving to the Warner Music Group where she now runs Investor Relations.
Jill has been passionate about oil painting all her life. She started her art studies by taking inspiration from the masters, including Monet and Van Gogh. Over the past several years, her painting has evolved to abstract works. With a keen eye for color, Jill primarily uses palette knives to add depth and vibrancy to her works. Jill specializes in customizing abstract oil paintings to fit specific color preferences or decorating needs.
Jill is a resident of Scarsdale, married and a mother of two children. Catch the show in Pelham, on 
exhibit now through May 24th and learn more about the artist at her websiste by clicking here:
Scarsdale A Cappella Troupe Takes First Place
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For Good Measure, an a cappella troupe from Scarsdale High School won first place at the Westchester County competition on Sunday April 10 in competition with 14 other a cappella choirs from Westchester area high schools. The "Echords" from Horace Greeley took second place and the "Wild Scats" from Rye Country Day won third place.
For the past 12 years, high school students from all over Westchester have competed with other area a cappella choirs in order to raise money and awareness for Gilda's Club. This year, the proceeds will be donated to create an area in the Gilda Clubhouse just for teens impacted by cancer.
For Good Measure performed the songs" Like a Prayer" by Madonna and "Shark In the Water" by VV Brown. The
Pictured at Top: Talia Plummer singing a solo.
The Good Wife in Scarsdale?
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Rumor has it that Alicia Florrick visited the ‘Dale, ostensibly on a house-hunting trip for the family …. her T.V. family that is. In late March, the crew of The Good Wife filmed at two neighboring Scarsdale homes, using the interior of one and the exterior of another to simulate homes in Highland Park, a Chicago suburb. It was all arranged when a location scout from the show knocked on the doors of two area homes and asked the residents if they were game.
The real Julianna Margulies was here and the episode showcasing Scarsdale will be aired this week, Tuesday night April 12th at 10 pm on CBS. Watch carefully as the homes will only be shown for a few minutes. And if you want to see a preview of the Tuesday show, click here: http://www.facebook.com/TheGoodWife
Celebrate Edgemont at the Annual Spring Fête
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It's the beginning of spring and that means it's time for the annual PTA/PTSA fundraiser in Edgemont, traditionally called the Spring Fête. For those of you wondering what the term fête means ... I looked it up and it is defined as a day of festive celebration or entertainment and that is what this year's Spring Fête's theme is all about: Celebrate Edgemont!
The event will occur on Saturday April 9th at the Sunningdale Country Club in Edgemont. It is the biggest fundraising event of the year for the school's PTA/PTSA and helps fund numerous programs at all three schools such as the Young Writers Workshop, the Colonial, Science and Health Fairs, Student Governments, International Day and PISA (Parents in Support of the Arts), as well as publications such as the Blue Book, the Student Directory, and the PTA Backpack News. The PTA and PTSA have also funded smart boards, document cameras, printers and other technology items for the classrooms at all three schools. These generous gifts help maintain the quality of an Edgemont education and are always acknowledged at each BOE meeting with great appreciation.
For the past two years, the Spring Fête had a Casino night theme and was held at Elmwood Country Club but this year the theme is "Celebrate Edgemont" and it returns to its previous location in Edgemont. The event will feature a dinner with a dj, dancing and even karaoke for those brave enough to give it a try. In the past, the event has featured a live band made up of Edgemont parents. They proved to be very popular and went on to play at other events. This fundraising event is customarily attended by over 300 parents, teachers and administrators and a good time is had by all.
The actual event this Saturday was preceded by an online auction ( www.springfete.com ) where everyone could bid on a large assortment of prizes such as restaurant gift certificates, jewelry, and spa services. Parents could even make a bid for their child to be "Principal for a Day" at the elementary schools or to "Spend a Day" with the Pizza Man or Veterinarian. At the Fête, there will be a silent auction as well as a live auction for large prizes such as luxury vacations and spectacular ethnic group dinners, as well as a stunning pair of pearl and diamond earrings. All the wonderful prizes were donated to the event thanks to the hard work of the dedicated PTA/PTSA volunteers who worked countless hours planning the event for the past few months.
The Edgemont elementary school PTA and high school PTSA hope to have a banner year and raise more funds than ever before. Tickets to the Spring Fête are still available and may be purchased at the Sunningdale Country Club on Saturday night, starting at 7 pm. Come out and celebrate Edgemont.
Caroline Tzelios is a "stay at home" mom of three kids who never stays at home. She has spent the past twelve years volunteering in the Edgemont Schools and recently completed her two year term as PTSA co-president of Edgemont High School and is the current co-chair of Edgemont's PISA Theater Committee.
Edgemont Gets Grease Fever
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Grease was the word in Edgemont High School this past weekend and it seemed everyone in town wanted to see this popular musical. Over 75 students participated in the school's production with students from all four grades involved in the cast, pit and crew. The selection of Grease proved to be a great one as over 1,000 people showed up to see it at Edgemont High School this weekend. While recent Edgemont shows (The Pajama Game in 2010 and Guys and Dolls in 2009) also did well, Grease was by far the most successful of recent years.
The show was directed by the high school's Vocal Music teacher, Kelley Morse. She worked long hours with the students to produce a truly amazing show. Seniors Elizabeth Han, Justin Arnold, Julie Robine, and David Newman, who played the lead roles of Sandy, Danny, Rizzo and Kenickie, all gave outstanding performances at the four shows, as did the rest of cast and ensemble. The energy level and enthusiasm from everyone on stage provided for a fast-paced show that was full of great singing, impressive dancing, and many funny moments. The applause at the end of each show was thundering and went on for quite some time with many audience members giving a standing ovation to the students who had worked so hard since auditions occurred in December to bring Grease to life on the Edgemont stage.
The pit orchestra directed by John Catoliato, the school's Instrumental Music teacher, was excellent. Edgemont traditionally uses students
The popular show ran for four performances from March 24th through the 27th and tickets went faster than "Greased Lightening." The performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday were sold out and despite a mass email by the high school on Friday morning to parents letting them know that Friday's show was sold out and there were limited tickets left for Saturday and Sunday, many families without reserved seats showed up hoping to be seated. Although everyone was accommodated on Friday and Saturday, several families were turned away at Sunday's matinee performance. Edgemont could have easily sold out a fifth performance of Grease. It seemed everyone in Edgemont wanted to see Grease and rightly so!
Congratulations to everyone involved with Grease.
Pictured at top: Justin Arnold as Danny Zuko
Caroline Tzelios is a "stay at home" mom of three kids who never stays at home. She has spent the past twelve years volunteering in the Edgemont Schools and recently completed her two year term as PTSA co-president of Edgemont High School and is the current co-chair of Edgemont's PISA Theater Committee.
