It’s story time…under the stars!
When night descends on Monday evening, Aug. 30, it’s time for the kids to descend onto the lawn at the Larchmont Library. There, tucked under their blankets, they’ll hear entertaining nighttime stories read by Fire Chief John Caparelli. There will also be milk and cookies to enjoy, along with the stories.
For Pre-k children, the readings will begin at 6:30 p.m. For k-2 children, Jane Axelrod and Wendy Raso will be reading summertime stories at 7:30 p.m. This event is sponsored by Friends of the Larchmont Library. So come out, come out, wherever you are on Aug. 30 and spend a lovely evening in the great outdoors, right outside the Larchmont Library.
(In case of rain, the blankets will be moved inside.)

Host families needed
ASSE International Student Exchange is now accepting applications from host families for the 2010-2011 academic year. By hosting a foreign exchange student from Germany, France, Spain, Mexico, Scandinavia, Portugal, Czech Republic, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and former Soviet Union countries, you provide a rewarding opportunity to a special teenager. These personable and academically select exchange students are bright, curious and anxious to learn about this country through living as part of a family, attending high school and sharing their own culture and language with their newly adopted host family. All students are well screened, insured, speak English and come with their own spending money. The students arrive from their home country shortly before school begins and return at the end of the school year.
Host families provide room and board and guidance for their new son or daughter while experiencing the joy of watching a child grow academically and culturally. Each exchange student expects to bear his or her share of the household responsibilities as well as be included in normal family activities.  When sharing your home with a student from another culture, your lives are enriched forever by your new lifelong friendship!
Couples, single parents and families without children are encouraged to apply. For additional information about hosting an ASSE exchange student call Amy at 1-800-677-2773. Also, visit www.asse.com for additional opportunities through ASSE!

Designer Showhouse benefiting CPW postponed
The Designer Showhouse of Westchester presented by Cerebral Palsy of Westchester will be postponed until spring 2011. 
The Showhouse will now take place in spring 2011 in Westchester County. Confirmed date will be released later this year. Proceeds will benefit Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, Rye Brook, NY.
The Designer Showhouse of Westchester will feature over 30 of America’s top designers and decorative artists to create a design masterpiece.
For more information, contact Stephanie Russo, (914) 937-3800 ext. 411, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit
www.cpwestchester.org.

25th anniversary celebration at La Panetiere
Join La Panetiere in Rye, 530 Milton Road, to celebrate with a 5-course tasting dinner and a complimentary glass of champagne with dessert on the night of your choice starting through Sunday, Aug. 29.
The price per person is $72 and optional wine pairing is available; RSVP by calling (914) 967-8140.
Rosh Hashana service
The Westchester Community for Humanistic Judaism will hold a special humanist-inspired Rosh Hashana service Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Community Unitarian Church, 468 Rosedale Ave., White Plains. It will be led by Rabbi Frank Tamburello and will feature guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Michael Hecht, noted author and scholar.
Rabbi Tamburello will present an interpretation of the biblical story of Isaac and Abraham. Dr. Hecht will speak about the poetry and passion in Humanistic Judaism. The service includes readings and songs, with music by Nina Gordon and Jonathan Turovsky.
Everyone is welcome at no charge, but an RSVP is necessary to Charlotte Klein. Please call 914-218-8535 before Sept. 4. A Yom Kippur service is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18, at 4 p.m. with a Break-the-Fast at 6 p.m.
For more details call Dmitry Turovsky at 914-713-8828.

Children’s open auditions for “Nutcracker”
Boys and girls ages 5-13 are invited to audition on Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12 for roles in the Purchase College Conservatory of Dance production of Nutcracker ’10. Auditions will be held in Studio E of the Dance building at Purchase College throughout the day according to the schedule below.  The campus is located at 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase.
Children who audition should have some previous dance experience and be no taller than five feet. Dance attire or sweatpants should be worn to audition. Boys are encouraged to audition. Some dancers may be requested to remain for the next audition group or return for a callback audition on Sunday Sept. 12.
Rehearsals will begin Oct. 5 and will vary from one to three rehearsals per week, depending on the role in which the children are cast. A parents meeting will be held on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. in the Dance Building to announce casting decisions, discuss Nutcracker ’10 policies and register dancers. A parent /guardian of each dancer selected must attend this meeting.
The audition schedule is as follows:
Saturday, Sept. 11
Group 1  (7-8 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 9:15 a.m. - audition 10 a.m.-noon
Group 2 (9-10 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 12:30 p.m. – audition 1-3 p.m.
Group 3 (11-13 yrs. Old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Registration 2:45 p.m. - audition 3:15-4 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 12
Group 1 (5-6 yrs old as of Sept. 1, 2010)
Children attend one of three ½ hour sessions
Registration 12:30 p.m. - audition 1-3 p.m.
Callback audition
Registration 3 p.m. – audition 3:30-4:30 p.m.
For further information call the Nutcracker’10 hotline at 914-251-6803.

Fall classes at New Rochelle YMCA
The fall class session at the New Rochelle YMCA begins Monday, Sept. 13.  Classes are offered in Aquatics, Fitness and Youth Sports. Registration for the classes began on Aug. 9.  
Fall swim classes are offered for all ages beginning with parent and child programs 6 months and up. Classes are held during the week and on Saturdays. Adult and teen swim lessons are offered at several times during the week. The New Rochelle YMCA Sailfish Swim team begins this September.  Interested parties should contact the YMCA Aquatic department, 914-632-1818 ext. 14.
Adult aquatic fitness programs are offered throughout the week.  Classes include aquacise, water walking and the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic program. Adult fitness classes are offered at several convenient times.   
Youth sports programs include karate, basketball and indoor soccer.
Additional information about these programs can be received by calling the YMCA at 632-1818.  

Register now for golf outing
As part of the Mamaroneck Chamber of Commerce’s “Celebrate Mamaroneck Month” in September, the much anticipated 53rd Annual Golf Outing will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at Bonnie Briar Country Club.  For information regarding sponsorship opportunities or registration, where you can pay online with a credit card, visit www.mamaroneckchamberofcommerce.org or call, 914-698-4400. The event is only open to 120 golfers so make your reservations today.

Woman’s Club of Mamaroneck
The Woman’s Club of Mamaroneck will hold a dessert-tea on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 12:30 p.m. at the Club Houes, 504 Van Cortlandt Ave., starting their season of events. The first program will feature Town of Mamaroneck Supervisor Valerie O’Keeffe.

Kayak Clinic
In cooperation with the Town of Mamaroneck, learn basic kayaking skills, water safety and just have fun exploring the local coastline and waterways in the Mamaroneck/Larchmont area on Saturdays, Sept. 18 and 25 and Oct. 2 and 9 (makeup day is Oct. 16) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harbor Island Beach. Fee is $100.
 PFD will be provided or you may bring your own. Kayaks will be provided. Staff will consist of a Director and Lifeguard.
 Possible adventure sites to include: East and West Basins at Harbor Island, Otter Creek, Hen Island, Crab Island/Flagler, Larchmont Reservoir
 Must bring backpack, water shoes, bottled water and lunch.

Sound Shore Writers Group
The Sound Shore Writers Group meets at The Rye Arts Center every other Thursday evening and now has openings for new members. If interested or for more information, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Meals on Wheels of Larchmont/Mamaroneck needs your help
The Town of Mamaroneck Community Services Office administers the Meals on Wheels Program to senior residents of the Town of Mamaroneck and the Villages of Larchmont and Mamaroneck who are age 60 and older. 
Volunteers are needed to deliver meals to home-bound senior citizens in our community. Meals are picked up from a local catering service and delivered to seniors between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. A car is needed for delivery. 
One hour a week is all it takes! Volunteers may work alone or in “teams.” At least one member of the team must be 18 years of age or older and must have a car and a valid driver’s license. 
This is a great opportunity for parents and children to team up on a Saturday morning for one hour, to help senior citizens in our community. Anyone with an hour to spare during weekdays (and most holidays) is welcome to volunteer. 
For more information, please call the Community Services Office at 381-7840 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it


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