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THE YORKTOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWSLETTER
P.O. Box 632 T: 914.245.4599Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 F: 914.734.7171
Volume 18, Issue 11 www.yorktownchamber.org November 2016
DIAMOND CLUB 8TH ANNUAL
The eighth annual Yorktown Festival and Street Fair survived the rain and produced another great “show” as thousands of residents came out to see more than 200 vendors that lined Commerce Street, Veterans Road and the Jack DeVito Veteran’s Memorial Field, enjoying the food, live entertainment, face painting, a hot dog eating contest, a dog costume parade and much more. Festivalgoers
also contributed to the American Red Cross blood drive and our seniors once again enjoyed a wonderful luncheon provided by neighborhood restaurants and businesses. More photos begin on page 8
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About Our SchoolWe've been teaching men, women and children the art of Karate for over 25 years! Our Mission is to “Build Better Bodies & Stronger Minds!” Our core program focuses on instilling Self-Control, Focus, Self-Discipline, Goal Setting, Positive Attitudes and Respect in each student whether they are 3 years old or 73 years old. Learning is the key to all our work. Making the atmosphere safe and enjoyable is our goal. Parents
who have been with us for a while say that Go No Sen Karate is an intricate part of their family life. Students have fun while learning important lessons for life. In a caring environment, with positive role models to enhance personal growth, Students improve at an individual pace and learn respect for themselves and others. Do you believe that karate is just about kicks and punches or winning trophies for display? We don't. At our school we use our ability as teachers and mentors to influence rather than force students into action. This creates self-discipline. By realizing they have choices and the ability, both physical and mental, to deal with challenging situations, our students gain the confidence to overcome them.We are proud to announce our additional location that can cater to those families not close to our main location in Peekskill. Our Cortlandt Manor school which is located in the Parkside mall (Little Sorrentos) on 202 will be open soon for classes and be taught by the professional team of instructors many have grown to love. Most people think karate teaches kids how to fight. That is not the attitude we have. Instead, we teach them the skills and give them the confidence so they don't have to fight! Look for our grand opening special and thanks for all the support. [email protected]
Your Records. Your Health. Your Choice.www.healthlinkny.com
HealthlinkNY is a Qualified Entity (QE), funded by the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH), which operates the health information exchange (HIE) as well as population health improvement programs (PHIP), supports healthcare delivery reform (DSRIP) and fosters collaboration among public and private health plans (CPC) for a 13 county region spanning the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and Southern Tier of New York. Christina Galanis is the President and CEO of HealthlinkNY, she is responsible for the overall administration, general management, business affairs, governance, as well as the growth and operations of HealthlinkNY. The HealthlinkNY HIE offers electronic access to patients’ community-wide health records and serves as the region’s access point to the Statewide Health Information Network of New York (SHIN-NY), supporting collaboration between healthcare providers across the state. Learn more at www.healthlinkny.com.
The Journal News Media Group, part of the USA Today Network is the region's most trusted source for local news and features, and the region's leading multi-media advertising and marketing solutions provider. We deliver our content through a variety of print, digital and mobile platforms, providing easy access to the news and information that matters most. We are committed to delivering your message to the right audience at the right time. We help you stay in front of your customers at every stage of the decision making process.So, ready to give us a chance? mediasolutions.lohud.com/contact-us/ or call (914) 696-8587 to partner with an advertising expert.Tessa Garcia B2B Marketing Manager Mobile: 914.403.9527 Office: 914.694.5188 [email protected] mediasolutions.lohud.com
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What better way to capture a moment in time than through a lens. What’s trending now for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events and all things festive are photo booth rentals. Just Smile Entertainment Photo Booth Rental Company is a family owned and operated business that has been delivering on capturing smiles and entertainment for 3 years.We have done events from New York City and the Tri-state area, Westchester County (with many events in Yorktown Heights, NY), to Washington DC, and Virginia. Our modern open air booths are designed to meet the needs of handicapped patrons so all can join in on the action. In addition, our booths are great for large parties of up to 12 to capture fond memories, all while having fun with personalized props. We have provided services to clients such as Heineken Corporation as well as local regional events such as School functions, Weddings, Mitzvah and Non-profit organization affairs. We offer package deals that fit many varying price points and flexible scheduling. All of our deals include your choice of backdrops and customized templates. Our clients are not only provided with prints on the spot, but also an online gallery and immediate social media integration to share with family and friends. Our Just Smile family team are personable and will create an atmosphere for the bashful and bold to join together in fun. Our mission is to merge entertainment and photography together to create an atmosphere of smiles and life long memories. “WE BRING THE BOOTH, YOU BRING THE SMILES.”WWW.JUSTSMILEENT.COM [email protected] Co Owner Jose Richards Office: 877.836.9526
Dear customers, we offer wellness and beauty services in our spa. We specialize in treating face, head, neck, shoulders, back, legs and feet. Benefits of a foot reflexology and/or body work are manifold-calmness and serenity improved circulation, increased energy, and balanced emotions among many others. You will feel refreshed after having a foot reflexology or a massage. You will also feel glowed after having a deep cleansing facial. We also do ear candling for detoxing. It's definitely a good relaxation for you. We offer one time free after five visits. We offer better deals for combos. If you'd like to know more about us, please visit us at www.lilyspafootreflexology.com. Have a nice day. Best regards, Lily Spa & Foot Reflexology 1924 Commerce Street Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 Tel: 914-245-8886
Congratulations!Yorktown Chamber of Commerce President, Eric DiBartolo and Anthony Guarino of the Yorktown Funeral Home will be honored by the Lakeland Education Foundation at their Casino Night Dinner & Silent Auction on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Villa Barone as School District Community Partners.
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Mentoring Our Future Business Leaders
Last week our scholarship committee met with Charlene Nigro, the Career Exploration Internship Coordinator at Lakeland High School. This meeting evolved from our discussion at the Scholarship awards dinner in July. We learned more details about the programs Ms. Nigro runs, and we discussed ways the Chamber and our members can participate in those programs. Specifically, there are two areas she works on in which we can be involved – an internship program which is designed to give students an on-site experience in a career they wish to explore; and the school’s chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).
The internship program gives students practical experience so they can evaluate if their chosen fields are appropriate for them. They must fulfill a 200 hour requirement in one or more internships while they attend required classes and seminars which connect what they learn on site with their classroom studies. This program relies upon the availability of business Mentors who can provide these (free) internship opportunities to the students, and coordinate with the school staff to make the experience meaningful and to evaluate the student’s work. While the student may select the career area or job, they may not always be able to find a placement that suits them, so the success of the program depends to a large extent upon the participation of enthusiastic business people as Mentors. It struck us as a great opportunity for our members, as local business people, to both further the goal of community outreach and get the assistance of enthusiastic interns.
The FBLA is a local chapter of a national organization which provides workshops, seminars, and
competitions, to give students the opportunity to learn and to demonstrate their proficiency at public speaking, decision making, customer service interactions, interviewing, and leadership skills. On February 9, 2017, Lakeland will be hosting the annual district–wide competition for FBLA students. There are 6 judged events: Basic Decision Making; Client Service; Impromptu Speaking; Job Interview; Public Speaking I; and Public Speaking II. The winners move on to the Statewide competition in April at Rochester. Judges are needed for these events on February 9th. The events begin at 3:30 pm and run through 6:00 pm with dinner and the awards ceremony to follow.
Ms. Nigro provided us with descriptive materials for both the mentoring program and the upcoming FBLA competition, and we have provided copies to the Chamber office. Anyone who is interested in participating in either program can obtain the written materials from me, from the Chamber office, or from Ms. Nigro, who can be reached at [email protected]. Any questions about the programs should be directed to Ms. Nigro at her email address or by phone at 914-528-0600 (work) or 914-257-7128 (cell).
We urge all of our members to consider participating in one of these programs, and provide real assistance to the students in our community who will be the Chamber members of the future.
Marc L. Saidel and Sheryl M. Saidel Saidel & Saidel, P.C. Tel: 914-736-6500, Fax: 914-736-6581 [email protected]
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2016 Executive CommitteeEric DiBartolo
Yorktown Funeral HomePresident
Sergio EspositoComprehensive Computers, Inc.
Vice-President
Jeffrey JankowskiSCORE
Treasurer
Anthony GrassoCivic MemberSecretary
Aaron BockDurante, Bock & Tota, PLLC
Chairman of the Board— • —
James StropoliClub Fit
Past President
Executive Director
Nancy Stingone
Director of Public Relations
Margaret Primavera
Board of Directors
Albert CapelliniAlbert A. Capellini, Esq.
Gina DipaterioLittle Sorrento, Inc.
Ron GuarinoAutobahn Car Repairs
Patti HorvathFieldhome
Lucy KhorramElite Dental Studios
William LaScalaCivic Member
Barry LevinAmerican Solutions for Business
George LucciolaState Farm Insurance
RoseMarie PanioCivic Member
Dr. Michael PoppLower Hudson Valley EAP
Marc SaidelSaidel and Saidel, PC
The eighth annual Yorktown Festival and Street Fair, survived the rain and produced another great “show!” On behalf of the Chamber, I would like to thank everyone who made a contribution to this event. Thousands of residents came out to see more than 200 vendors that lined Commerce Street, Veterans Road and the Jack DeVito Veteran’s Memorial Field, enjoying the food, live entertainment, face-painting, a hot dog eating contest, a dog costume parade and much more. Festivalgoers also contributed to the American Red Cross blood drive and our seniors once again enjoyed a wonderful luncheon provided by neighborhood restaurants and businesses.Once again a special thank you goes out to our police, volunteer ambulance corps, our fire department and town officials for keeping us safe throughout the day. A special shout out to Al Pisano, foreman of the Yorktown Community and Cultural Center and his crew for a fantastic job keeping everything clean during and after the Festival.Thank you to our Festival sponsors Fidelis Care, Camp Nabby, MCAS, Funtime Amusements, Fieldhome, Northwell Health, Burger King, Signs, Inc., Yorktown News, GHP Realty, Inc., East Coast Auto Storage, Orange Bank & Trust and Northwell Health/Go Health Urgent Care. Without their participation it would be harder to mount such an event.Kudos to Mary Cappocia and Donna Diana for once again planning and executing the well-attended Senior
Luncheon. The following donors get our deep gratitude: BJ’s, Burger King, DeCicco Marketplace, Dunkin Donuts, Edwin’s Deli, Fieldhome, Frankie & Augie’Z Ristorante, Furci’s, Jakes Wayback Burgers, Little Sorrento Restaurant, Murphy’s, Oscar’s Restaurant, Piatto Grill, Rita’s Ice, Savannah Southern House, Thyme Restaurant, Traveler’s Rest, Turco’s, Yorktown Grille, Yorktown Pasta and Pizza, Senator Terrence Murphy, Supervisor Michael Grace, Councilman Tom Diana, Councilman Ed Lachterman, Hon. Salvatore Lagonia, Hon. Gary Raniolo and Legislator John Testa.Lastly our Festival Committee deserves the highest praise for their long hours of planning, attending meetings and physically being there all day insuring this event would go on as planned. We are already starting to plan for 2017 and hope to see you there.As always my door is open to all members with any concerns or suggestions.Eric DiBartolo President
The President’s Column:
Eric DiBartoloPresident
The Yorktown NetworkThe Yorktown Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 632-Parkside CornerYorktown Heights, NY 10598
Phone: (914) 245-4599 Fax: (914) 734-7171email: [email protected]
Website: www.yorktownchamber.org
Send contributions to:Editor: Margaret Primavera
Publisher: The Yorktown Chamber of CommerceEric DiBartolo, President
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:Deliver books to homebound
and shut-in residents John C. Hart Memorial Library:
914-245-5262 ext. 249Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps:
914-245-1267
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You’re Invitedto these outstanding Chamber events
Thank You for Your Recent Renewal... As of November 1, 2016
AFC Urgent CareBetter Homes & Gardens Rand Realty
Cartwright Tent & PartyColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Derosa Rockefeller Sohigian & Werdal, Inc.Dr. Evan Wetzler, DDSGenesis Pro Painting
Greenberg & Greenberg CPA’s
Harrison Apar Field of Dreams FoundationKiwi Country Day Camp
Law Offices of Gary J. RanioloLaw Offices of Valorie Joy Promisel
Lincoln MuseumMarathon Development Group Ltd.
Putnam/Northern Westchester Women’s Resource Center
State Farm Insurance CompanyStar Sign & Graphics, Inc.
Sueco Fuel Oil, Inc.Tom Thumb Preschool
Yorktown Funeral HomeYorktown Stage
Yorktown Teen CenterYorktown Youth Soccer Club
Near HorizonNovember 14, 2016 Networking Meeting – Member Free EventMonday, 6:00pm Durante, Bock & Tota, PLLC, 2000 Maple Hill Street, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Far HorizonDecember 6, 2016Breakfast Networking Meeting – Member Free EventTuesday, 7:30am Frankie & Augie’Z Ristorante, 3673 Hill Blvd. Jefferson Valley, NYGuest Speaker –TBA
December 9, 2016 Annual Holiday Party – Member Free EventFrankie & Augie’Z Ristorante, 3673 Hill Blvd., Jefferson Valley, NY 10535
December 31, 2016 Second Annual New Year’s Eve Ball DropSaturday, 11:30pm
Don’t forget to stay current with all the latest happenings and networking meeting date changes at the Chamber by visiting www.yorktownchamber.org
RSVP to [email protected]
Roll Out the Red Carpet… And Welcome Our New Members!
WELCOME!
Convenience StoreYorktown 7-ElevenAhmed Bashjawish
1949 Commerce StreetYorktown Heights, NY 10598
Phone (914) 245-0640
Foot ReflexologyLily Spa & Foot Reflexology
Hong Deng1924 Commerce Street
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598Phone (914) 245-8888
HealthcareHealth Link NYSuzanne Ferrieri
300 Westage Business Ctr DriveFishkill, NY 12524
Phone (845) 896-4726
MediaThe Journal News Media Group
Lisa Stewart1133 Westchester Avenue
White Plains, NY 10604Phone (914) 694-3553
Photo BoothJust Smile Entertainment
Jose and Janel Richards2787 Strang Boulevard
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598Phone (877) 836-9526
The DR Is InI will kidnap you, raise you, then return you to your family so they can bury you.
–Sincerely, Heroin
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Yorktown Young Professionals’ September networking meeting at Hilltop Hanover Farm in Yorktown Heights
THE YORKTOWN NETWORK NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING RATES: Full Page (8-½x11) $100.00 ½ Page (8-½x5-½) $ 75.00
¼ Page 4-¼x5- ½) $ 50.00 Business Card $ 25.00
ADVERTISING BONUS: New members: One Business card size ad free in newsletter when you join All members: Three months or more advertising contract receives 25% off total cost.
POLICIES: • All checks are to be made payable to The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce
Name:________________________________________ Company’s Name: _________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:_______________________________ email: ____________________________________________________________
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Size of ad: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
For more information and to reserve your advertising space, call Margaret Primavera, Editor: (914) 245-4599 • email: [email protected]
Fundraiser baseball game played on Sunday, October 23 with The Yorktown 12U Warriors vs The Yorktown Police Department for Yorktown youth with life threatening diseases and their families to attend Camp Sunshine for one week of hope, recreation and support.
Yorktown Chamber of CommerceMembership Dues
Number of Employees1 – 10 $ 250.0011 – 25 $ 300.00Over 25 $ 475.00
Special Membership CategoriesBanks $ 600.00 Add’l branches $ 110.00
Developers $ 600.00RE Agencies $ 400.00N-F-Profits $ 150.00Schools $ 350.00Civic Member $ 110.00
Attention Chamber Members: Bring in your promotional materials to the Chamber office to be included in our new
member packets and press kits.
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8th ANNUAL YORKTOWN FESTIVAL & STREET FAIR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
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8th ANNUAL YORKTOWN FESTIVAL & STREET FAIR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
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8th ANNUAL YORKTOWN FESTIVAL & STREET FAIR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
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8th ANNUAL YORKTOWN FESTIVAL & STREET FAIR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2016
Photography by Liz Jones, Dulce Vida Studio – www.dulcevidastudio.com
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SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY
RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request
• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer
• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award
• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee
• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee
• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care
Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning
350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: [email protected] Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com
a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP
Tel: 914-245-2440 Fax: 914-245-7403
SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY
RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request
• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer
• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award
• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee
• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee
• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care
Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning
350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: [email protected] Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com
a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP
SALVATORE M. Di COSTANZOELDER LAW ATTORNEY
RESIDENT OF HARRISONIn-Home Visits May Be Available Upon Request
• Selected as a 2015 New York Metro Area Super Lawyer
• Recipient of the 2014 Above the Bar Award
• Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar Elder Law Committee
• Member, New York State Bar Assoc. Elder Law Section Executive Committee
• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Practice areas primarily focused onMedicaid Planning • Special Needs Planning • Planning for Home Care
Planning for Nursing Home Care • Wills • Trusts • Medicaid ApplicationsGuardianships and Estates • Assets Protection Planning
350 Theodore Fremd Avenue 2074 Crompond Road Rye, NY 10580 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Tel: 914-925-1010 Fax: 914-925-1011Email: [email protected] Website: www.plantodayfortomorrow.com
a partner with the firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP
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n n n GRAND OPENING n n n Orange Bank & Trust
Hawthorne, NYSeptember 29, 2016
Chamber member Michael Golio, Relationship Manager at Grand Opening of Orange Bank & Trust
Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nancy Stingone joined Support Connection’s Executive Director Katherine Quinn at their Annual Walk on Sunday October 2, 2016.
Our own Dr. Mike Popp of Lower Hudson Valley EAP and board member was a recipient of the Vietnam Veteran’s 50th Commemoration Medal on October 5, 2016 by County Executive Rob Astorino and retired New Rochelle Assemblyman Ron Tocci.Mike served in the United States Army First Armored Division, 123 Maintenance Battalion 1965-1967. He was decorated and honorably discharged as a Specialist Fifth Class.
Your Community Connection…Yorktown Events
Dear Yorktown Chamber of Commerce:Thank you all for what turned out to be a huge day for CSPA! The crowd really loved the singers and Ray said that people were coming to the table during the performance and telling him how much they enjoyed our kids. The half hour slot was perfect and we really enjoyed the day, despite the rain! We actually had a record number of people sign up for lessons, despite the weather! Thank you all for support of our new business. We appreciated being a part of the wonderful, well organized fair.
Ray & Carol Arrucci
The Cortlandt School of Performing Arts Music Lessons and Rentals914-402-4250 24 Old Albany Post Road, Croton on Hudson 105621851 E. Main St (Rt. 6), Mohegan Lake 10547www.CortArts.com [email protected]
Hi Margaret!
Thanks so much for the write up in the
October Newsletter! It's beautiful!
Regards, Guy
Massi & Machado Strength & Conditioning,
Sofos Chiropractic & Haven Physical Therapy
Praise from our Members…
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Expanded and Updated Meeting Room Available for Rental
to Chamber Members
Having undergone an extensive expansion and technology upgrade, the Conference Room offered for rent by your Yorktown Chamber of Commerce is now available for your meeting needs for as many as 50 people.The Chamber has installed a new Epson wireless projector suspended from the ceiling that is able to project images from any laptop or PC wirelessly.
To rent, please call: 914-245-4599
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R. Todd Rockefeller - Paul Sohigian - Joe Tedesco - Jeff Werdal47 Halstead Avenue - Suite 208 - Harrison, NY 10528
Phone: 914-381-0900 – Fax: 914-381-1038
www.drsw.com
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