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Benefit Journal of Westchester Arc Foundation
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A Matter of Taste 6
Life itself is the proper binge.~Julia Child~
A Matter of Taste 7
Experience it...
LIFE is the place to be
Congratulations
to the professional, caring staff of
Westchester Arc for inspiring us all to
become the best we can be.
And thank you, Sheryl Frishman, for your
example of dedication and passion for our
children as President of the
Westchester Arc Board.
Paul and Peri Stevelman
Committee Members
Gala CommitteeCynthia Ferguson
Sheryl Frishman
Tibisay Guzman
Lisa Hery
Fran Higgins
Moira Kiernan
Melissa Lang
Luguang Luan
Dr. Joseph Manzi
Jennifer Marron
Regina Moore
Larry McNaughton
Carolyn Nielson
Steven R. Palm
Rita Ross
Anne Sweazey
Richard P. Swierat
Benefit Committee Co-ChairsAdrienne J. Arkontaky, Littman Krooks, LLP
Peter Herrero, Jr., New York Hospitality Group
Founders CommitteeGinger and Paul Austi
Felisa and Michael DiSanto
Nanci and Salvatore Farruggio
Jennifer Matthews Frost
Dale and Marc Guild
Lisa Hery
Cynthia and Frank J. LaSorsa
Janet R. and William O. Matthews
Constance Moustakas
benefit Committee Co-Chairs
Dear Friends,
On behalf of the Westchester Arc Foundation and the event committee, we welcome you to A Matter of Taste 7. Your support of this evening’s event and your presence make a huge difference in the lives of many people with developmental disabilities and their families in Westchester County.
When you purchase tickets or make a winning bid on an auction item, you become a member of the Westchester Arc family and enable us to stay innovative, caring and professional.
So, get ready for some fun. Sample the best food in Westchester County. Enjoy music from Teri Lamar and New Company. You deserve a great time for your dedication to the citizens of our community.
Thank you and bon appetit!
Adrienne J. Arkontaky, Esq.Littman Krooks, LLP
Peter Herrero, Jr. New York Hospitality Group
Peter Herrero, Jr. Co-chair, A Matter of Taste 7
Adrienne J. Arkontaky, Esq. Co-chair, A Matter of Taste 7
President, Westchester Arc
Dear Fellow Parents and Friends,
We are delighted to welcome you this evening. Now in its seventh year, A Matter of Taste has become a much-anticipated event that brings us new friends and has netted more than $550,000 for programs to serve people with disabilities.
The funds we raise this evening help ensure that services such as early childhood education, guardianship, recreation, and job placement are financially sound, now and in the future. Thank you for being here this evening and for helping those who rely on our services to realize their dreams.
As we approach the end of the year, we are thankful for Ric Swierat and his dedicated leadership and for the successes that we see every day at Westchester Arc. Let’s continue to be as generous as we can be so that the people we serve achieve their goals and can continue to cultivate their talents, make choices, and serve their communities.
Sincerely,
Sheryl R. Frishman, Esq.President, Westchester Arc
Sheryl R. Frishman, Esq.President, Westchester Arc
President, Westchester Arc Foundation
Larry McNaughtonPresident, Westchester Arc Foundation
Larry McNaughton, PresidentWestchester Arc Foundation
Dear Friends,
Welcome!
First of all, a very large thank you for joining us at our 7th A Matter of Taste — andI am sure our best and most enjoyable at an exciting new venue.
Thanks also to everyone who made this wonderful event possible, especially Peter Herrero, Adrienne Arkontaky and their hardworking committee.
Tonight we celebrate people who make a great difference in our community and our world – Steve Palm and the Manzi Family. They have made remarkable efforts and remarkable sacrifices to make the lives of many people better and they deserve our admiration and applause. I personally am in awe of their accomplishments.
This evening, enjoy the food, the wine and the camaraderie but please also take the time to meet Steve and the members of the Manzi Family and offer your personal thanks for all they have done.
Sincerely,
Our AuctionDonors
Abigail Kirsch Catering Relationships Allan M. Block Agency David Boies Buon Amici Bradford Renaissance Portraits Captain Lawrence Brewing Company CDW-GChappaqua Orchestra Club FitKatharine Wilson Conroy Conscious Body Pilates GyrotonicsPeter Daly DeCicco Family Markets Desires by Mikolay Karla DiamondFamilies of Westchester Arc Amy and Keith FergusonEllen Greenebaum and Simeon SchwartzTibi Guzman and Paul Sturr Carey HesseJohn HoffmanHistoric Hudson Valley Jacob Burns Film CenterJazz Forum Arts Jennifer Weissbach Art Advisory Kneaded Bread Stan Kurzban The Late ShowLazy Boy Saloon & Lazy Lounge Le Jardin Du RoiLe Provencal Bistro LIFE, The Place To BeLive Proper Health Center
Luguan Luan Larry McNaughtonAllys and John MackenMagnotta's Car Wash Jennifer Marron Annette and Ralph Mauro Suzanne Mehra Jane Mogel Regina MooreSteven Palm Peanut Portraits Laura and Michael Pinkerton Rosie's Bistro, Bronxville, NYBen RosinRita Ross Ruth's Chris Steakhouse Laura and Edward Saggesse Sarah Gayle Schoenbaum Lois Shelli Sheraton Tarrytown Sleepy's the Mattress Professionals Barbara Spatola Cynthia Strauss Anne Sweazey Tarrytown Music Hall Kim Tucker Westchester Arc Artists Westchester Arc Board of Directors Westchester Broadway Theatre Westchester Marriott Westchester Philharmonic Westover Landscape DesignWHUD
Thank you!
The Manzi FamilySalutes
the creative,
dedicated staff of Westchester Arc
for providing opportunities to our children
for over 60 years
and thanks the boards of
Westchester Arc
and
the Westchester Arc Foundation
for their oversight and vision.
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“People with disabilities will have a better chance to develop work skills, thanks to a substantial donation to complete the purchase and renovation of a Mount Kisco building that will be used as a vocational center.” So read the first line of a Gannett Newspaper article on June 20, 1996. This extraordinary support resulted in the creation of the Ann Manzi Center and in several hundred adults being given
opportunities they might not otherwise have had to live more independent and productive lives.
The Manzi family has been associated with Westchester Arc for many decades. Dr. Walter Manzi, who passed away earlier this year, Mrs. Manzi (Ann), and their children, Karen, Joe, John and Jim are an exceptionally close family. Ann describes those early years when Karen was a child and a group of six families met to travel-train their children to take a train from Mt. Vernon to White Plains and back again so that they could go to the first Westchester Arc workshop on Hillside Avenue. Their dedication preceded the days when education for all children was mandatory. “Supports took so long to come,” Ann remembers.
Ann has been in leadership positions with Westchester Arc for many years, serving on the board for several terms and chairing the Adult Services subcommittee in Mount Kisco, which began in 1988.
There are at present more than 300 consumers in vocational, day treatment and day training who receive services out of the Ann Manzi Center. The Person-Centered Planning philosophy guides the process. In addition to employment opportunities, the Ann Manzi Center offers clinical, nutritional and psychological services.
Karen works onsite as a valued member of the staff. She works as a clerical assistant, performing a variety of tasks—keeping track of supplies, obtaining materials, making copies as needed.
Joe, John and Jim have been generous with their gifts of financial support and time. Joe was one of the original Board members of the Westchester Arc Foundation and, with Steve Palm, founded A Matter of Taste seven years ago. John serves on the board of Community Living Corporation, which manages Karen’s residence. Jim’s generosity made the Ann Manzi Center a reality.
“We will always be involved with Westchester Arc,” says Ann.
Our Honorees
The Manzi FamilyFamily Partner Award
Ann Manzi and her family
Steven Palm not only has the recipe for success at the helm of his well known Westchester Restaurants, Underhills Crossing in Bronxville and Harrys of Hartsdale in Hartsdale, but he brings the same hard work ethic, enthusiasm and caring to his volunteer work with many charitable organizations.
Biagio “Bud” Malfetano, a former Eastchester High School attendance officer, once knew Steven as a student who arrived late on more than one occasion. He watched Steven mature into a caring, successful young man who adds many hours to his day giving back to his community. “Bud” was very proud to see Steven assume his former role as president of the Bronxville
Helen Keller Lion’s Club. Steven has chaired events for Heartsong, a music and art therapy program for children with disabilities; The Counseling Center, The Westchester Arts Council, Jansen Memorial Hospice and The American Red Cross as well as being a major sponsor of The Community Fund. Steven is on the Board of Directors of The Bronxville Chamber of Commerce and has given his time and what seems like endless energy and financial assistance to numerous organizations.
Steven has said, “Growing up I did not have monetary wealth, but I have always had the wealth of love and support of family and friends. I am fulfilling and living a dream that I never, ever expected to live. If I am able to fulfill other people’s dreams, to possibly help someone not as privileged as I am, then it is my pleasure.”
Westchester Arc is one of the organizations close to Steven’s heart. Seven years ago Steven, along with Dr. Joseph Manzi, founded, co-chaired and orchestrated A Matter of Taste, an event that features signature dishes from Westchester’s most celebrated restaurants. The first event was a huge success with over 200 attendees. Now in its seventh year, the guests at A Matter of Taste have a great time while raising money for this very worthy cause.
Our Honorees
Steven R. PalmCommunity Partner Award
Virg in ia Donovan
congratulates the professional,
caring staff of Westchester Arc for
going “over and beyond”
every day so that people
with developmental disabilities
can realize their dreams.
Westchester Arc for all you
do for families like ours!
We also congratulate
the worthy Honorees!
Esther & Dr. William FrishmanSheryl Frishman & Robert Rosman,
Amy Frishman & Jacob AmirMichael Frishman
Aaron, Rebekah, Zack, Josh, Mikayla & Samantha
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Congratulations To
The Manzi Family&
Steven R. Palm
The Board of Directors of Westchester Arc
Sheryl R. Frishman, PresidentAnthony Assalone, President-Elect
Anne M. Majsak, Immediate Past PresidentMark S. Glucksman, SecretaryRobert B. Nuccio, Treasurer
Janet Abinanti
Myles Bartley
Joseph Cassarini
Katharine W. Conroy
Mary Ann Dantin
Miriam DeLeon
Patsy Ginese
Bernard A. Krooks
Robert Hunt
Mohan Mehra
Paul Mehta
Christopher A. Orlando
Abby P. Reuben
Rosa Rodriguez
Rita Ross
Jerrold Shenkman
Baldev Kaur Singh
Paul Stevelman
Timothy B. Sullivan
Chinika Thompson
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Thank you, Steve!
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We salute your commitment to providing quality
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Culinary and beverage Delights
An American Bistro296 Columbus AvenueTuckahoe, NY 10707914.793.0807www.anamericanbistro.comAbigail Kirsch
Tappan Hill Mansion81 Highlawn AvenueTarrytown, NY 10591914.631.3030www.abigailkirsch.com
Café Ala Carte®
35 Jared DriveWhite Plains, NY 10605914.864.0606www.cafealacarte.com
The C.V. Rich Mansion 305 RidgewayWhite Plains, NY 10605www.weddingsitesandservices.com/clickThrough.cfm/FSID/603
Crabtree's Kittle HouseEleven Kittle RoadChappaqua, NY 10514914.666.8044www.kittlehouse.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Gervasi's Restaurant324 Central AvenueWhite Plains, NY 10606914.684.8855www.gervasis.com
Eastchester Fish Gourmet837 White Plains Rd.Scarsdale, N.Y10583914.725.3450www.eastchesterfish.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Iron Horse Grill20 Wheeler AvenuePleasantville, NY 10570914.741.0717www.ironhorsegrill.com
Johny Gelato Homemade Ice Cream1110 Route 52Carmel, NY 10512845.225.0076www.johnnygelato.com
Haven 472 Bedford RoadPleasantville, NY 10570 914.747.4646 www.havenpleasantville.com
Harrys of HartsdaleEast Hartsdale AvenueHartsdale, NY 10530914.472.8777www.harrysofhartsdale.com
Lexington Square Cafe510 Lexington AvenueMt. Kisco, NY 10549914.244.3663www.lexingtonsquarecafe.com
Mima Vinoteca63 Main StreetIrvington, NY 10533914.591.1300www.mimarestaurant.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Sam’s of Gedney Way50 Gedney WayWhite Plains, NY 914.949.0978www.samsofgedneyway.com
River City Grille6 South BroadwayIrvington, New York914.591.2033www.rivercitygrille.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Melting Pot30 Mamaroneck AvenueWhite Plains, NY 10601914.993.6358www.meltingpot.com
Tramonto27 Saw Mill River Road (9A)Hawthorne, NY 10532914.347.8220www.tramontos.com
Solmar12 Main Street Tarrytown, New YorkTel: 914.333.0151www.solmartarrytown.com
Sonora179 Rectory StreetPort Chester, NY 10573 914.933.0200www.sonorarestaurant.net
Underhills Crossing74.5 Pondfield RoadBronxville, NY 10708914.337.1200www.underhillscrossing.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Zuppa59-61 Main StreetYonkers, NY 10701914.376.6500www.zupparestaurant.com
Captain Lawrence Brewing Company99 Castleton StreetPleasantville, NY 10570914.741.BEER (2337)www.captainlawrencebrewing.com
The Grape Exchange31 Quaker Ridge RoadNew Rochelle, NY10804914.576.3936www.thegrapeexchange.com
Culinary and beverage Delights
Prospero Winery134 Marble AvePleasantville, NY 10570914.769.6870 www.prosperowinery.com
A Matter of Taste 6 Chefs
The Directors and Members of theWestchester Arc Foundation
salute Steven R. Palm
and The Manzi Family
for their tireless efforts, generosity, and vision
on behalf of people with developmental disabilities
Foundation Directors and Members
Lawrence McNaughton, President
Janet AbinantiBeth BeckKatharine W. Conroy, Esq. Jazmine CoxSheryl R. Frishman, Esq.Justin Israel
Mohan MehraRobert B. Nuccio, CPARobert C. PaladinoLaura Scherr SaggeseGerald SingerSusan Walker
Anne Sweazey, Executive Director
Congratulations to The Manzi Family and Steven Palm.
We are proud to honor you tonight and
thank you for your dedication to all the
people served by Westchester Arc.
Ric Swierat
Congratulations from the
Glucksman and Lieber FamilyMark, Roberta, Sam, Charlie and Ben
Side by Side
westchesterArc
Paintings, Drawings and Fiber Arts
Gallery 265 will host an Art Show that will feature
community artists, side by side with award-winning
artwork from people with developmental disabilities.
gallery265 is located at:
Westchester Arc
Gleeson-Israel Gateway Center
265 Saw Mill River Road
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Sunday, November 21st, 20101-3 p.m.
We want to plan for your arrival, please R.S.V.P online
at www.westchesterarc.org or contact Regina Moore at
914.495.4573. Westchester Arc is an associate member of
ArtsWestchester.
Congratulations to
Steven R. Palm Community Partner Award
and
The Manzi FamilyFamily Partner Award
James P. O’Toole Consulting41 West Norwalk Road
Darien, CT 06820
In life, as in food, appetite's the best sauce! Congratulations to Steve Palm and the Manzi Family
Anne Sweazey
CongratulationsTO
S T E V E P A L Mon a well deserved honor in recognition of your
tireless effor ts to improve the l ives of others
WE ALSO APPLAUD
The WESTCHESTER ARC FOUNDATION
FOR ALL THE WORK YOU DO IN OUR COMMUNITY
D O M E N I C K & S U E C I A C C I A
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We applaud Westchester Arc for its ongoing dedication to children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Special Needs Planning, Guardianship and Special Education Advocacy,
Elder Law, Estate Planning.
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In Loving Memory of Roy Holbeck by his family
The School for Adaptive & Integrative Learning
1154 Saw Mill River Road, Yonkers, NY 10710Tel: 914.968.4854 / Fax: 914.968.4857
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A Unique Residential andDay School for Children with
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Celia Barelli
Melissa Barbagallo
Annabel Bayon
Donna Brennan Barnett
Jody Campbell
Kerri Connors
Patti Corbi
Andrea Freitas
Shana Finnerman
George Filipov
Elyse Fowler
Victoria Grinapol
Cathy Hannon
Brian Mehra
Sonia Ramirez
Lori Sandoval
Kim Simons
Barbara Spatola
Zachary Swierat
Lynn Winfield
Thank you to our Volunteers
From Westchester Arc Day Services
Lori CalandruccioNeil Crouse
Stephen DeMarcoDave GasparriCarol Gearing
Mashal Gonzalez Shari LewittJean Ross
Linda WarnerAvery Valins Tibi Guzman
Congratulationsto your honorees.
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To all at
Westchester Arc for their enduring care and concern
Northern Westchester Leagueof Westchester Arc
Manzi Family A Special Appreciation to the
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the Westchester Arc Foundation for making a difference in the lives of so many.
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We would like to thank Westchester Arc
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Congratulations to the Manzi Family and Steven PalmJennifer Matthews Frost and Ted Dierker
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envision possibilities. explore choices.
Artwork was designed by a person
with developmental disabilities
in Westchester Arc's Art program.