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<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Recently nominated for </span><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><em>Best Jazz Club of the Hudson Valley</em></strong><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, </span><a href="https://www.unclecheef.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Uncle Cheef</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> and live music promoters, </span><a href="https://hearitthere.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">HearItThere.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> are honored to introduce Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression on Thursday, October 24, 2024 with two sets of music at 7:30 PM & 9 PM.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mixing the rhythmic energy of big city funk and the storied melodies of the Americana genre, bandleader/songwriter </span><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression boasts a horn-fronted ensemble with full rhythm section and a large vocal presence to showcase his blues-infused funk rock compositions. Taking influence from an array of artists and genres and no stranger to most types of stages, Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression makes music for the most introspective listener and the most intensive dancer. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hear It There Founder, and live music enthusiast, Elisa Zuckerberg is continually on the lookout for new music. “There was so much buzz around Anthony Gach’s Harmonic Aggression that I had to go see them live. Add Christine Chanel and Jenny Citron’s vocals to the mix, and you’ve got a world class ensemble. Their eclectic repertoire of classic rock, funk and soul makes for an exhilarating night of music. I encourage all who come to the October 24 show at Uncle Cheef to bring their dancing shoes!”</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The music, food and service at Uncle Cheef are all top notch. While there is no cover for the Thursday evening’s performance, advance reservations via the </span><a href="https://unclecheef.turntabletickets.com/shows/4207/?date=2024-09-26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">online Turntable System</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> are encouraged. Hear It There Presents has been gaining recognition for presenting a unique and enjoyable evening of local artists. Shows have been selling out (particularly the first set) and reserved seating is strongly recommended. No matter where you're seated, you'll have the best seats in the house because Uncle Cheef has literally thought of everything, including swivel chairs! If you’ve never used Turntable, there will be a one-time set up process which automates the check out procedure for settling your bill the night of the show.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Navigation settings for Uncle Cheef are, 988 NY-22, Unit C, Brewster, NY 10509. Located 56 miles north of New York City in the Village of Brewster, the lounge is Hudson Valley’s number one home to exciting live music curated by Tonight Show musician and five-time Grammy award winning saxophonist, </span><a href="https://ianhendricksonsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ian Hendrickson-Smith</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> (aka Uncle Cheef.)</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hear It There promotes original songwriters at Uncle Cheef and is web-based resource. Offering an accompanying weekly newsletter, HiT reaches over 2,900 subscribers</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(153, 0, 255);">.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> The platform is FREE of charge. Musicians and live music venues are welcome to upload graphics, text and links to seamlessly promote their upcoming live music events! For additional information contact (914) 236-4572 or email </span><a href="mailto:info@hearitthere.com." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>info@hearitthere.com.</u></a></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Through its I Love NY campaign, New York State is sponsoring a “Fall Path through History” and Brewster High School students are part of it.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">One of dozens of events taking place this fall is a tribute to the American Barn Quilt, the history of which dates back more than 300 years. For the event, Brewster students created painted quilts on display at Tilly Foster Farm.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">The quilts are big and bold and hanging at the farm as a tribute to the American Barn Quilt. Did you know, early homestead families in Putnam County created decorative and distinctive patterns to display on the barns as decorations and directions. You have likely seen their geometric patterns before, which may include elements of a family’s heritage, animals from the farm or American flags.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Brewster High School students in Shannon Riley’s Drawing and Painting class collaborated with the Putnam County Historian’s Office, and Southeast Museum and researched and designed quilts based upon what happened at a particular agricultural site–past and present–all within the region of the Brewster Central School District. Students chose from eight sites and worked collaboratively to research, draft a design and submit it to stakeholders who contributed feedback, which was included in the final designs.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Riley said that her inspiration to teach this experience came after viewing New Milford, CT’s Barn Quilt Trail. “I grew up here and as I was driving through the area. I thought this would be an awesome opportunity for my students to learn more about the history of our community and to understand the impact agriculture had on Putnam.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Mikaela Russano and Jacob Caraballo worked on a quilt based upon the Tilly Foster Apiary. Their quilt is yellow and white and has honeycomb and flowers and bees.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">“We learned a lot about the town when we researched this project,” explained Russano, “The county historian brought in old newspapers to show us how people used to do beekeeping in Putnam County over a 100 years ago. We incorporated some of those ideas into our final project.”</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">“I really liked the research part,” said Maria Denaro, “Our quilt was based on Salinger’s Orchard. It turns out Brewster and North Salem are really great places to grow apple trees, which is why there are so many orchards around. And apples are a great source of food! Our quilt depicts a variety of apples in different colors with a geometric design which is in the style of the barn quilt.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">The students’ quilts–which are painted onto wood–are hanging on the creamery barn at Tilly Foster Farm and feature sites including Ryder Farm, Morningthorpe Manor/Delancey Street Foundation, Tilly Foster Farm, The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County’s Apiary, Green Chimneys/Boni Bel, Budd’s Corner/The Elks Lodge #2101, Salinger’s Orchard and Pegasus Farm.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">“Tilly Foster Farm provides great public space for these quilts which celebrate local agricultural history,” said Jennifer Cassidy, Putnam County Historian. It’s wonderful to see such creative folk-art projects on display that honor the past and engage the community. The students did great work!”</span><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> </span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">The quilts are now on exhibit at Tilly Foster Farm, 100 Route 312, Brewster, NY through the fall; the farm is open to the public 7 days a week, hours posted. </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">While taking in the exhibit, visitors can tour the farm, visit with the animals, and shop the farm stand. </span><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">And of course as a highlight of I LOVE NY’s Fall Path Through History Weekend October 12-14.</span></p>
<p>NEW FAIRFIELD PARK & RECREATION TOWN FAIR</p><p>Saturday, October 19th</p><p>12-5PM On Memorial Field (behind Town Hall)</p><p>The O N L Band & Westchester Circus Aerial/Acrobatic Arts performing throughout the day.</p><p><br></p><p>Entertainment Sponsors: The Nicholas J. DiTullio Foundation, New Fairfield Animal Hospital, NF Democratic Town Committee, New Fairfield Mobil, Savings Bank of Danbury, and World Champion Taekwondo</p><p><br></p><p>• Over 50 Local Businesses & Organizations offering FREE giveaways, crafts, games, lessons, and more!</p><p>• NF Fire Department Truck Showcase</p><p>• Children's activities</p><p>• Food and Beverages by Biscotti’s Restaurant, Moonlight Mobil Kitchen, & Jesse’s Ice Cream</p><p>• Beer & Wine Garden by Biscotti’s Restaurant</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For information call:203-312-5633</strong></p>
<p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(49, 95, 195);">Putnam SCORE's</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong>CLIENT NETWORKING</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong>EVENT</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(233, 76, 58);">Thurs. Oct 17</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(233, 76, 58);">5:30 - 7:00pm</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><br></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Who : Score clients and their guests</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Where: Southeast Museum,</strong></p><p><strong>67 Main St. Brewster, NY</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why: SCORE's 60th anniversary</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Price: free</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Refreshments & Beverages will be served</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Bring biz cards etc for exchange table</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Meet other entrepreneurs, make friends, have a great time</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(233, 76, 58);">PLEASE RSVP if you plan on attending</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(233, 76, 58);">to</strong></p><p class="ql-align-center"><a href="mailto:ch.admin0678@scorevolunteer.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>ch.admin0678@</strong></a><a href="https://www.hamlethub.com/carmel-new-york/stories/scorevolunteer.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>scorevolunteer.org</strong></a></p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p>SCORE Putnam County, offers free business advice, no-cost business training through webinars and workshops, and numerous templates and tools to assist you in your journey to open your new business or grow your existing one.</p>
<p><br></p><p>Join Community Capital for a day tailored for small business owners at any stage of their journey. Get essential insights and expert advice on securing funding and accessing resources to achieve your business goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>You will leave with a clear understanding about how to obtain funds to grow your business.</strong></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(153, 165, 62);">Expert advice + Accessing resources + Funding = Achieving business goals</strong></p><h3 class="ql-align-center"><a href="https://communitycapitalny.org/small-business-expo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">REGISTER TODAY!</a></h3><h4 class="ql-align-center">Thursday, October 17, 2024</h4><h4 class="ql-align-center">Westchester Community College</h4><h4 class="ql-align-center">75 Grasslands Road</h4><h4 class="ql-align-center">Valhalla, New York 10595</h4><h4 class="ql-align-center">8:30a – 2:00p</h4><p><br></p><p><strong>Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with small business experts to:</strong></p><ul><li>Discuss business plans and marketing strategies</li><li>Schedule one-on-one consultations with loan officers and business consultants.</li><li>Participate in educational breakout sessions on financial projections, developing elevator pitches, and using QuickBooks.</li><li>Enjoy networking opportunities through exhibitor and sponsor tables.</li></ul><p><strong>The Small Business Expo is for:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Startups</strong>: Entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of starting their businesses.</li><li><strong>Growing Businesses</strong>: Business owners looking to expand and need capital or strategic guidance.</li><li><strong>Established Businesses</strong>: Seasoned business owners seeking advanced strategies for continued growth.</li><li><strong>Spanish-Speaking Entrepreneurs</strong>: Providing concurrent panels and resources in Spanish to cater to the Hispanic business community.</li><li><strong>Financial and Business Consultants</strong>: Professionals offering services in lending, marketing, financial planning, and business management.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The 2024 Business Leadership Summit is just around the corner! Hosted by the Putnam County Business Council, this highly anticipated event will bring together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and policy influencers for a morning filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and key updates relevant to small businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Event Details</p><p>Date: Thursday, September 19th, 2024</p><p>Time: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM</p><p>Location: Putnam County Golf Course, 187 Hill Street, Mahopac, NY 10541</p><p><br></p><p>This year’s summit promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees, featuring keynote speakers who will share invaluable expertise in leadership, strategy, and business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Keynote Speakers & LinkedIn Local Networking Hosts</p><p>We are excited to welcome the following thought leaders and networking hosts from LinkedIn Local Hudson Valley:</p><p><br></p><p>Pasquale Palumbo of CPC Wealth Management</p><p>Maggie Carey of Master It Media</p><p>Cameron Toth of Toth Event Staffing</p><p><br></p><p>Summit Highlights</p><p>Networking & Keynote Sessions: Engage with fellow professionals and gain fresh insights from prominent industry voices.</p><p>Small Business Loan Update: Get the latest updates on small business financing and available loan opportunities.</p><p>Business Meets Policy: Participate in dynamic discussions with local elected officials, exploring how upcoming policies may impact your business.</p><p>Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your leadership skills, build valuable connections, and stay ahead of the curve with critical business updates.</p><p><br></p><p>RSVP today to reserve your seat at this transformative event!</p><p><br></p><p>For more information and registration, visit <a href="https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/2024-leadershipsummit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://putnamcountybusinesscouncil.com/2024-leadershipsummit/</a></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Governor Kathy Hochul signed key legislation sponsored by Senator Shelley B. Mayer and Assembly Member Carrie Woerner to require every school board and Board of Cooperative Education Services in New York State to appoint at least one student ex-officio member. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Through Mayer and Woerner’s legislation,</span><a href="https://fblf5liab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001H1FnJ0k1qGiJIMJUhOsfzdqn1XqjVg8-oyc0QTF-wJupSXeinWROd8HgKYnA7NvF24e4PJPB9ktfEochGcGQfs2RU2DMIvsjHudLxI4lUOa2gehnekXqZXquAZEdvcPAd1rISn9xTr2N8aUg3Ud5jJE6wRi3W2x2Exm622m_9tZZucP3mxxEGnAWpxS-OqlkJLQmjeg08ivP9m7YVYL5RR42mzJ2LKRH&c=gvz6XroZD_PVoU1JyDdRq0HCkONpxUrRcBN5tTVvzNUe8Bsf_kR20Q==&ch=DCUSkS98UXV281sNZn4JKHllBKDaFFrdoLLZCAooFgxH9prNm3Aj4g==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </a><a href="S.9018A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">S.9018A</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">/</span><a href="https://fblf5liab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001H1FnJ0k1qGiJIMJUhOsfzdqn1XqjVg8-oyc0QTF-wJupSXeinWROd9pgK9oSs6IhClKonpkwhloSB4_6CcPJlQ0lx44MUPOVWsdx8UyyWxmU5EqU3YdIocnFnc73Oq_bV5Owwc3PpXqKUa0jyeE4IQRcWePStCORbbZ1C5LQAKhqxmCICjP2vQ==&c=gvz6XroZD_PVoU1JyDdRq0HCkONpxUrRcBN5tTVvzNUe8Bsf_kR20Q==&ch=DCUSkS98UXV281sNZn4JKHllBKDaFFrdoLLZCAooFgxH9prNm3Aj4g==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A.9855A</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">, school boards will now be </span><em style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">required</em><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> to appoint at least one student ex-officio member who may participate in all public meetings and sit with the other board members. These student members will be non-voting and will not be entitled to participate in Executive sessions or any other non-public proceedings. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prior to this law, districts were </span><em style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">allowed</em><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> to appoint an ex-officio student member, but had to seek approval from voters in their district via a referendum. This legislation simplifies the process, removing the referendum requirement and giving districts greater flexibility about how they appoint members. Further, it will expand opportunities statewide for students to participate in their school board by ensuring every district has at least one student member. </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Senator Shelley B. Mayer said, </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">“I am proud my bill to require school districts and BOCES to appoint at least one student non-voting school board member has been signed into law by Governor Hochul. Today, students navigate a myriad of challenges in their lives at home and school. Some of these challenges are familiar to those of us who were high school students decades ago. Others may not be –– the impact of social media, experience of social isolation since the pandemic, or fear and anxiety about the climate crisis. This legislation will ensure that students have a seat at the table where decisions that shape their educational opportunities and experience are made and that members of the Board hear and benefit from their insights as students. I want to thank Assembly Member Woerner for sponsoring this legislation in the Assembly and Governor Kathy Hochul for signing it into law.”</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assembly Member Carrie Woerner said,</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> “As a former high school student School Board member, I know first-hand what a wonderful experience it was to be my school’s student representative and to be able to offer students’ perspectives on all School Board-related topics. Students are important stakeholders and I’m pleased to have partnered with Senator Mayer in ensuring they now have a place and a voice at the table in School Boards across the state.”</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Grace Evans, a former Ex-Officio School Board member for Jamesville-DeWitt School District in Syracuse, said,</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> “Education is a means to understanding and knowing the world. The spaces that it occupies are meant for exploration, invention, and creation. That these environments are thoughtfully and intentionally constructed is imperative to creating positive learning and living experiences. This legislation ensures that the student voice is centered in making decisions about the detailed and broader ongoings in districts, which, in turn, affect both the daily and longer-term lives of students. My own experience as a Student Board Representative gave me a layered and developed perspective on the education system and social issues that play into it, as well as important skills that continue to guide the way that I communicate, collaborate, lead, and live, on the largest scale. It has given me more opportunities than I could've ever imagined, including this one, to aid in making sure that all students have access to the same meaningful and impactful experience that I had.”</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assemblyman Steve Otis, a cosponsor of the new law, said,</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> “Providing students with an ex officio seat at the table at school board meetings has several benefits. A student perspective may provide important information on an issue where student knowledge would be helpful towards reaching the best decisions. Public participation of a student representative should also increase the flow of information to all students on issues affecting their education. The experience will also enhance the education of the student appointed. Congratulations to Governor Hochul and to lead sponsors Senator Shelley Mayer and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner ex officio for moving this legislation.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">This law will take effect July 1, 2025. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The requirements of this bill apply to Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Yonkers, all Union Free School Districts, Central School Districts that operate a high school, Central High School Districts, Small City School Districts, and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services. New York City does not have a school board; but current law requires both Community Education Councils and the Citywide Councils to give students the opportunity to participate as non-voting members. </span></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><br></p><p><br></p>