Category Archives: Long Island

Manhasset, N.Y., U.S. Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. L-R, SHELLEY HOLTZMAN, President of The Art Guild and an Honorable Mention winner for CityScape, and DAN WELDEN, Juror of Awards, participate in the awards presentation during TAG’s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

The Art Guild: Abstract Art & Dan Welden

From LONG ISLAND – by Ann Parry (ann-parry.com)
December 15, 2024        

T.A.G.’s Abstract Realms exhibit, The Art Guild
Exhibit on view through January 5, 2025
200 Port Washington Blvd., Manhasset, N.Y.

Abstract Realms & Dan Welden at The Art Guild

VIDEO with music:

As Bob and I walked toward the Elderfields House, I was surprised to see that Susan Tiffen, my friend and fellow photographer, was already leaving the reception for The Art Guild’s Abstract Realms exhibit.

After hugs, she explained she had come to attend the private viewing of Lasting Impressions, the documentary about Juror of Awards Dan Welden, and it had just finished.  

What?!  

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, N.Y., U.S. Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. Happiness is… being at The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

CLICK each photo to see larger version, or visit my Photo Gallery

It turned out that both Bob and I somehow had missed The Art Guild’s online and email announcements that it was presenting “Lasting Impressions,” the 2023 documentary on Dan Welden, immediately before the reception.

A variety of film festivals, organizations and venues have already presented “Lasting Impressions.” Here’s the trailer for the documentary:  productionhub.com/video/79050/trailer-for-lasting-impressions

• JUROR & AWARDS

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024.  L-R, DAN WELDEN, Juror of Awards; LISA GROSSMAN, Executive Director; MARCEIL KAZICKAS, Board Member; and KATIE BELLOMO, Gallery Director, participate in the awards presentation during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

DAN WELDEN, the Juror of Awards, is a globe-trotting painter, teacher, author, and master printmaker. He’s worked actively for health and safety in the arts.

He co-authored “Printmaking in the Sun with Pauline Muir, and is the director of Hampton Editions, Ltd. For over a half century he’s collaborated with artists such as Willem de Kooning and Kiki Smith. 

Here’s an illuminating quote from his website, danwelden.com:

“I am a process person, interested in employing  materials and techniques to the ‘landscape’ of my mind. My drawings, paintings and prints evolve from the idea of linear pathways echoing  from the tracks of animals in nature, fissures in rock palisades and the  patterns created by my hands becoming ‘playful’ with my tools.” 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024.  L-R, STEVEN VANDO, Second Place winner for ‘Dissolution,’ and DAN WELDEN, the Juror of Awards, pose for a photo during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

Welden presented awards to:

• First Place – Lavendar Waltz – DEBORAH KATZ
• Second Place – Dissolution – STEVEN VANDO
• Third Place – Electrifying – DEBORAH MAHONEY        (contiinued)

Honorable Mention:

• Galactic Toy Box  – MEAGAN MEEHAN
• Shaded Solitude – EKATERINA STOLYAROVA
• City Scape – SHELLEY HOLTZMAN
• Three Thieves – BARBARA MILLER 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024.  L-R, DEBORAH MAHONEY, Third Place winner for ‘Electrifying’ ; DAN WELDEN, Juror of Awards; and KATIE BELLOMO, Gallery Director, participate in the awards presentation during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

• HERE’S LOOKING AT….

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. Guests discuss ‘Quilt’ by artist JOSE SELIGSON during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms – 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024.  Artist CAROLINA DeCESARE, whose watercolor “Evolution’ is in the exhibit, holds a yellow bouquet during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms – 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. L-R, T.A.G. Assistant Director HEATHER SCHWARTZ and artist NOLLY SHAVZIN discuss his artwork, J S Bach Brandenburg Concerto No 6 for Two Violas, during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms –  

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024.  At left, artist FRANCISCO VILLAGRAN, speaks with a fellow guest during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. Behind them is Villagran’s ‘King of the Aztecs IV.’ (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms – 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. The hallway lined with art is a popular area for guests during The Art Guild ‘s Abstract Realms Reception. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms – 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. Guests look at cell phone during The Art Guild reception for its juried Abstract Realms exhibit. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– TAG’s Abstract Realms – 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. At left, STEVEN VANDO and other guests discuss art during The Art Guild reception for its juried Abstract Realms exhibit. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

• THE ART GUILD

TAG continues to grow its wide range of art offerings, including: 

adult classes & kids classes
summer camps
workshops
exhibitionscall to artists
• events: foto Thursdays lectures 

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. Guests leave after attending The Art Guild reception for its Abstract Realms Exhibit, at Elderfields Preserve. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)


FEATURE PHOTO (at top of post): Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. L-R, SHELLEY HOLTZMAN, President of The Art Guild and an Honorable Mention winner for ‘CityScape,’ and DAN WELDEN, Juror of Awards, participate in the awards presentation during TAG’s Abstract Realms Reception.


T.A.G. Abstract Realms Reception:  my Photo Gallery

My Video of Abstract Realms Reception:  my photo VIDEO

The Art Guild:  theartguild.org

Dan Welden :  danwelden.com

CONTACT ME

“The Art Guild

Manhasset, New York, U.S. December 8, 2024. DAN WELDEN, the Juror of Awards, speaks at The Art Guild’s Abstract Realms Exhibition. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. Democrats LISA LIN, candidate for New York State Senate District 5, and ELLEN LEDERER DEFRANCESCO, candidate for New York State Assembly District 14, have Coffee with the Candidates campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry, annparry.com)

Lisa Lin & Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco: Time for Change

From LONG ISLAND – by Ann Parry (ann-parry.com)
September 19, 2024                    – OPINION –

Lisa Lin – State Senate District 5 – lisalin4ny.com
Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco – State Assembly Dist. 14 –
ellen4assembly.com

Tuesday night I went to ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ in Merrick. It was a chance to meet and learn more about Democrats Lisa Lin for NY State Senate District 5 and Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco for NY State Assembly District 14.

“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. L-R, SANIYA, an Eleanor’s Legacy intern, and ELLEN LEDERER DeFRANCESCO, the Democratic candidate for NY State Assembly District 14, pose holding campaign sign during the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

First, Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco introduced herself and her key issues:

• Cost of Living
• Women’s Reproductive Rights
• Education
• Environment
• Public Safety
• Life Quality for Seniors

Lederer DeFrancesco is challenging NY Assemblyman Dave McDonough,  an 87-year-old gentleman who lives in the same town I do.

I’ve attended a wide variety of civic and political events over the past decade, but the most recent time I’ve seen McDonough was on Nov. 8, 2016, as he and his family headed into Park Avenue Elementary School to vote. 

From the Long Island Herald October 27, 2020 piece endorsing Dave McDonough:

“…He indicated that this would likely be his last term in office if he is re-elected — with nearly 20 years in Albany under his belt, he said it would soon be time to “move on….”

New York State Assembly 14 constituents deserve a representative who will actively work on important issues: Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco.

“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. LISA LIN, Democratic candidate for NY State Senate District 5, speaks with supporter during the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

Then, Lisa Lin introduced herself and her key issues:

• Stand Up for Working Families
• Get Serious about Safety
• Defend Public Education
• Advocate for the Disability Community
• Stand Up to Hate & Bigotry
• Protect Our Environment
• Advocate for Reproductive Freedom
• Support Seniors
• Promote Small Business
• Fight for Common Sense Gun Laws

Lisa Lin is challenging NY Senator Steve Rhoads, who’s quite a pleasant fellow.

But Lin’s issues are more aligned with mine. Plus she has solid, relevant education and experience, including earning a law degree, and working in public service and as Supervising Court Attorney.

  • UPDATE – Oct. 10, 2024 – Newsday endorses Lisa Lin for New York State Senate 5th District
“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. JANET GOLDSTEIN, a Moms Demand Action member, discusses working for gun sense in America, during the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

During each of their dynamic presentations, Lisa Lin & Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco welcomed questions. After both presentations, guests had lots of time to speak with each candidate individually.

I’m certainly glad I attended the informative ‘Coffee with the Candidates.’

“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. JEANINE wears her ‘Cat Moms for Harris, Walz’ shirt to the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ Lisa Lin and Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– Lin & Lederer DeFrancesco –

“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. MIA and BRYAN attend the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ Lisa Lin and Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– Lin & Lederer DeFrancesco –

“Coffee with Candidates

Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. L-R, LISA LIN, Democratic candidate for NY State Senate District 5; supporter; and MATTHEW pose holding campaign poster during ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

– Lin & Lederer DeFrancesco – 

“Coffee with Candidates Merrick, New York, U.S. September 17, 2024. L-R, ELLEN LEDERER DeFRANCESCO, the Democratic candidate for NY State Assembly District 14, and host FRAN, wearing her ‘Read. Think. Vote.‘ shirt, are at the ‘Coffee with the Candidates’ campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com).


FEATURE PHOTO (at top of post): Merrick, N.Y., U.S. Sept. 17, 2024. L-R, Democrats LISA LIN, candidate for NY State Senate District 5, and ELLEN LEDERER DEFRANCESCO, candidate for NY State Assembly District 14, have Coffee with the Candidates campaign event. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)


New York Deadlines for key November 2024 elections:

Registration deadlines  elections.ny.gov/voter-registration-process
• In-person at local election office : Oct 26
• Online : Oct 26
• By mail (received by) : Oct 26

Absentee ballot deadlines  elections.ny.gov/request-ballot
• Request ballot (received by) : Oct 26
• Return ballot by mail (postmarked by) : Nov 5
• Return ballot in person : Nov 5 by 9:00 p.m. EST

Voting deadlines  elections.ny.gov/registration-and-voting-deadlines
• Early voting : Oct 26 – Nov 3
• In-person : Nov 5


Coffee with Candidates 2024:  my Photo Gallery

Ellen Lederer DeFrancesco for NY State Assembly District 5:  ellen4assembly.com • facebook.com/ellen.defrancesco

Lisa Lin for NY State Senate District 14:  lisalin4ny.comfacebook

ELEANOR’S LEGACY:  eleanorslegacy.com

Moms Demand Action:  momsdemandaction.org

Kamala Harris for President:  kamalaharris.com

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New Hyde Park, New York, U.S. June 25, 2024. Magician Rob Romeo, (Rob Cederstrom) performs at Senior Luncheon at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park.(© 2024 Ann Parry, annparry.com)

Senior Lunch Magic at Christ Lutheran Church, NHP

From LONG ISLAND – by Ann Parry (annparry.com)
July 18, 2024

Magician Rob Romeo at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park

Hot pizza and cool magic were on the menu for the recent Senior Lunch at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park.

“Magician Romeo

New Hyde Park, New York, U.S. June 25, 2024. L-R, Magician ROB ROMEO (AKA ROB CEDERSTROM) and BEA HENEY are spin masters during the Senior Lunch at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)

There were lots of Oohh’s and Aahh’s… and laughs as ROB ROMEO – AKA Romeo the Odd – AKA Rob Cederstrom – performed his zany magic with the help of several guests.

VIDEO Magician Rob Romeo, 6/25/2024:

My iPhone 15 Pro Max was the best and only camera I had at the lunch. So if I cross paths with the charismatic Rob Romeo again, here’s hoping I have my Nikon Z with me!

“Magician Romeo

New Hyde Park, New York, U.S. June 25, 2024. L-R, LAURIE MENDICINO, magician ROB ROMEO (AKA ROB CEDERSTROM), and LISETTE MARTINEZ laugh heartily after a successful magic trick during the Senior Lunch at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park. (© 2024 Ann Parry/AnnParry.com)


FEATURE PHOTO  (at top of post): New Hyde Park, New York, U.S. June 25, 2024. Magician Rob Romeo (Rob Cederstrom) performs at Senior Luncheon at Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park. 


Magician Rob Romeo:  my PHOTO GALLERY

Rob Romeo (Romeo the Odd):
• facebook: facebook.com/romeothetramp
• instagram: instagram.com/romeotheodd

Christ Lutheran Church of New Hyde Park: christchurchnhp.org

Video:  vimeo.com/annparry/robromeo

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