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Doggie Love

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Comes to Town! Drowningin with theFlood Sisters

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“Love to Shop Local” Sponsors and Profiles

THE MAGAZINE FOR NEW CASTLE AND BEYOND

(L-R): Jennifer, Cynthia and Heather Flood in front of

the Audi 2011 A8LSpecial thanks to Audi of Eastchester. Audi was a

proud sponsor of a Flood Sisters Fundraiser

this past December. Inside Chappaqua also thanks

the following merchants for their kind loans:

Desires by Mikolay: on Jennifer: Smokey Topaz and 18 karat yellow gold vermeil feather drop Ken-dra Scott earrings and wood and crystal cuff with 18 karat yellow gold vermeil designed by Rodrigo Otazu; on Cynthia: Ruby teardrop Coralia Leets earrings in a 24 karat vermeil on Heather: green onyx and Swarovski crystal hand woven chandelier Miguel Ases earrings

March Boutique: On Heather: Bailey 44 Black ponte knit jacket with belt and Caribbean Queen Tank On Cynthia: Eva Franco Dress Vintage inspired Astrid dress

Family Britches: On Heather: a Magaschoni tissue weight cashmere scarf in leaf green. On Jennifer: M.Missoni 3/4 cape w/cowl neck in brown with orange beige multi stripes on upper portion of cape and match-ing 3/4 length wool knit gloves in orange beige and cream wool

Cover Stylist: Sandy Hapoienu,stylingsession.com

Photo by Alex Federov,federovfoto.com

Special Thanks toCathy’s Hair and

Day Spa of Chappaquafor the Flood Sisters’

Hair and Makeup

Academic Tutoring ....................43Andante Music ..........................47 A&S Fine Foods ofMillwood… ................................33Daniel BaitchPhotography .............................49 Beecher Funeral Home, Inc. ......45Breathe Pilates and Yoga ..........31Breezemont Day Camp ..............40 Maria Briones, M.D ...................34Camp Connection ......................49Chappaqua Friends Nursery School ..........................44Crabtree’s Kittle House .............41 Club Fit ......................................49COUTUREDossier ......................24 Desires by Mikolay ...............16-17Elegance II .................................28Douglas Elliman ...................14-15Emmary Day Spa .......................32Empire AudioVideo Concepts .....................18-19Eye Designs of Armonk .............39 Eye Gallery ...........................12-13 Family Britches ...........................5Alex Fedorov..............................40Future Stars Summer Camps ....26Gail Patrick’s Café .....................40

Granite Real EstateTax Consultants ........................22 Healthy Choice Pharmacy .........48Hilltop Wines and Spirits ..........44Houlihan Lawrence ..............10-11Jodi’s Gym… ...............................3Le Jardin du roi .........................38March Boutique .........................27Isa Marrs, MA, CCC-SLP ............21Millwood Market .......................23New Castle Physical Therapy.....25Nicolaysen Agency, Inc ..............38Oasis Day Spa… .........................29The Perennial Chef ....................35Play Care Nursery& Preschool ...............................47PleasantvilleCommunity Synagogue .............20353 Restaurant and Lounge ......26Jo Rosenfeld Major Occasions ..28Rosenthal JCC ...........................32Squires FamilyClothing and Footwear .............34Westchester Tree Life ................45Whispering Pines ......................30World Cup Gymnastics ..............48World Cup Nursery Schooland Kindergarten .....................24

36 A Flood of LoveAfter helping their own father avoid dialysis or worse by finding an unrelated “altruistic” kidney donor, sisters Jennifer, Cynthia and Heather are raising awareness and helping others find living donors, before it’s too late, through their The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation of America. By Jeff CohenAlso in this Issue:8 Just Between UsPlus: “Sandy’s Touch”…a few ques-tions for one savvy and stunning stylist.20 HappeningsThe Reitz’s at a JDRC Gala; Robert Red-ford’s visit at the Burns; an upcoming fundraiser for the Pleasantville Commu-nity Synagogue; and a warm refuge at the New York Botanical Garden.

42 Maggie Mae Pup ReporterMaggie Mae investigates love, Doggie Love, that is... By Maggie Maewith Ronni Diamondstein46 Gotta Have Arts For an evening of karaoke fun, you can count on DJ Justine Faith.By Michael Kohn50 Rick’s Last Lick’s When Mom, OMG, “Friends” YouBy Rick Reynolds

Cover Sponsors:SamalinInvestment Counsel ...........3-4William Raveis ....................6-7Lydia Evans, M.D. ..................9


Wall Street Meets King StreetHave you ever glanced at your investment account statements, scratched your head, and wondered: “Is this what I should be doing?” Chances are pretty good that you have done just that—particularly during these three long challenging years for the market. But perhaps you also can’t shake a nagging feeling that your current advisor may not be prepared to help you define your goals and work diligently towards them.

Fortunately, there are professionals who can inspire greater confidence and even propel your wealth man-agement to a new level. One such professional is Andrew Samalin of Samalin Investment Counsel, now available in Chappaqua. A veteran Certified Financial Planner with over 18 years of experience, Samalin might well be that private and local wealth manage-ment solution you are looking for.

Samalin, 42, has been in the business of wealth man-agement for his entire career, holding SVP-Investment positions for Morgan Stanley, Prudential and Wacho-via in White Plains. Sensing a change in the invest-ment landscape, in April 2007, he left Wachovia to found an SEC-Registered Investment Advisory firm, Samalin Investment Counsel (SICounsel). The move has been a wonderful success, though the market has offered quite a headwind…

A “Can Do” Approach“We have a choice: let the markets manage us, or manage through the markets and seek a positive outcome,” states Samalin. “We choose the latter, both for ourselves and our clients.” Such take charge think-ing appears to be working. Since SICounsel’s founding, the firm has won multiple local and national awards. Financial Advisor Magazine awarded Samalin the “Top 500 RIAs for 2009,” and Wealth Manager Web award-ed “2010 Top Wealth Managers.” He was named one of Westchester’s “Forty under Forty” by the Westch-ester County Business Council in 2007, and won “Best in Customer Service” from Westchester Magazine in 2009 and 2010.

Sharing that expertise to the community at large is important. Samalin’s pro-bono work includes serving on the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors and as Treasurer of Bethel Nursing Homes. He is also on the Board of Directors of the Association of Divorce Financial Planners.

The Local Advantage Dealing with a local investment advisor is fundamen-tally advantageous to investors. Clients have the opportunity to develop a rapport with Samalin as opposed to being viewed as another number within a

large, impersonal institution. This is particularly im-portant when structuring real estate investments with a limited number of accredited investors, who are also SICounsel clients. “Since these investments are local in nature, we have the opportunity to kick the tires before moving ahead. This due diligence is a critical piece for success.

“Wealth management involves an ongoing dialogue and rapport between advisor and client,” Samalin notes. “We’re told it’s actually a very unique combina-tion; the scale, breadth and safety of Fidelity Invest-ments (with over $3.3 trillion under administration as of 10.31.10), fused with the commitment and intimacy that a local investment advisor can provide. When you consider what’s at stake, is the generic “Big Box Investment Retailer” a fait accomplit? Besides, our clients have earned it.”

SICounsel manages over $100 million dollars in as-sets custodied at Fidelity Investments. For additional safety, accounts are held in each individual account holder’s name, available for viewing 24/7 at Fidelity.com. These measures ensure complete transparency. “We live in a very risk-laden world,” Samalin said, “It’s our job to try to provide a positive investment experi-ence for our clients. Fidelity helps towards that end a great deal. Since so many of our clients already have their workplace retirement plans with Fidelity, they love the fact that we can assist with their retirement plans without having to move the asset itself.”

An Open DoorClearly the Chappaqua community and others like it have been affected by this extraordinary downturn. While the tide has clearly turned for the better, ap-proachability and accessibility remain critical at-

By Sarah Ellen Berman

tributes of a great financial advisor. “Thinking back to the post-Lehman collapse, I remember sending break-of-dawn emails and calls to clients, noting that the pre-market indications were to open down 700 points. Emails sent that morning was simple: “Here’s my home number. Here’s my staff’s home num-bers. Let’s make sure we’re talking, and acting. This is go-ing to be a difficult day.”

That kind of openness, while a rarity in the industry, is some-thing investors should insist upon. “If you didn’t hear from your advisor then, you should question the relationship. If you did, my hat’s off to you and your advisor,“ says Samalin. He also points out that investors value advisors who educate their clients in a layperson’s language. Attending NYU for both his undergraduate and graduate degrees, with teaching experience in both investment management and real estate analytics, Samalin is used to explaining complex financial issues in English--not Wall Street-speak. “My clients are extremely bright and educated. They want

to know what’s happening, without the industry jargon.” SICounsel may be found at its recently acquired headquarters at 297 King Street. Their of-fices are located in the Crown House, the former home of Crown House Antiques. Originally built in 1865, the Crown House has been faith-fully restored, retaining the look and feel of its predeces-sor. The columns stand proudly in front and the facade has been spruced up with a histori-cally accurate color scheme. Samalin’s commitment to the Chappaqua community is dem-onstrated, in part, by the pride he takes in the professional, welcoming ambience he has created in his building.

Most importantly, however, he is planning on spon-soring ice cream and face painting for the munchkins of Chappaqua just prior to the Memorial Day Parade. This is a mandate from his children Matthew (4 ¾) and Talia (2 ½). “Dow 6700 will look like a walk in the park if there isn’t enough ice cream for the kids on Memorial Day,” says his wife Gina, with a smile.

Samalin Investment Counsel team. Not pictured: Louise Albert, CFP

Samalin Investment Counsel client reception, NYSE trading floor, May 30, 2007

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SERVICES: Visit Family Britches for the finest in men's, women's and boys clothing. "We don't just sell clothing-we create coordinated outfits so you look your best," notes co-owner Barry Mishkin. Men can find suits and sport coats by Corneliani, Hickey Freeman, Samuelsohn, Canali and Zegna. Women's collections in-clude Magaschoni, Max Mara, Rene Lezard, and others.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Personal as-sistance. Staff can arrange appoint-ments at their stores, in your home or office. Expert tailors ensure every garment fits you properly. Al-terations are at no extra charge. For over 40 years, Family Britches has been proud to be part of the fabric of the Chappaqua community.

SPECIAL PLANS: This month, save on custom suits, sport coats and shirts. In March, visit trunk shows for men's collections, including Corneliani, Hickey Freeman and Samuelsohn. Other spring plans include a diverse collection of women's sportswear and a trunkshow for Magaschoni.

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The proposition of parting with or acquiring a new home can be one of the most important or exciting times. For residents and prospective buyers in the town of Chappaqua, this task is greatly facilitated thanks to the arrival of the venerable firm, William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage and Insur-ance. The building, located at 75 North Greeley Avenue, is currently under construction and will be the location for Raveis’ new Chappaqua headquarters.

While Raveis (pronounced Ravis) is a relative newcomer to Chappaqua, the company is firmly entrenched in the surrounding area and north-east. Yet, this powerhouse rose from humble beginnings. In 1974,

CEO and Chairman, Bill Raveis, founded the company in a room atop a grocery store in Fairfield, CT. Since then, he has built a strong reputation for the firm, particularly in the high-end mar-ketplace, including the renowned Fairfield County.

As the company grew, Bill’s sons joined the business. In 2003, Chris Raveis, now Managing Partner of William Raveis NY and MA, led the company’s rapid expansion outside of Connecticut, opening over 30 offices throughout the northeast in just seven years. Within the past 18 months, Chris and his team opened five new Raveis locations in Westchester County–Rye, Harri-son, Katonah, Chappaqua and most

recently, a new affiliate in Sleepy Hollow. Due to the hard work of management, agents and staff, the firm has achieved the honor of being the largest family-owned real estate company in the northeast and was named the eleventh largest real estate company in the country in 2010.

True to its reputation of catering to all home buyer and seller needs, William Raveis also touts award-winning Mortgage and Insurance Divisions. Ryan Raveis, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for William Raveis Mortgage has helped the division achieve a top 1% ranking amongst all FHA lend-ers in the country. The insurance division offers separate coverage

Home Sweet HomeBy Sarah Ellen Berman

for homes, possessions, automo-biles, life, and health as well as umbrella policies.

A cornerstone of the company’s success in all its divisions has been to hire the best people. The Chap-paqua office Sales Manager, Susan Myers, fits this description well. A veteran broker who has most recently worked for Prudential Hol-mes and Kennedy, Myers is ebul-lient about Raveis’ prospects in Chappaqua. “We now have many of the top produc-ers in our Chappaqua office,” she said. Raveis recruits only the best and the brightest, ensuring them success wher-ever they go. Sena Baron, Barbara Karlen Blitstein, Cindy Glynn, Bonnie Golub, Ellen Grollman, Suzette B. Kraus, Lucille Liang, Helene Miller, Danae Richards, Susan Shopkorn, Harmony Stern, and Alli Tugendhaft are just a few of the area top producers that have become a part of the Raveis team. The new office will cover the follow-ing territory: Chappaqua, Armonk, Briarcliff Manor, Bedford, Mount Kisco, and Pleasantville.

When asked how she will encour-age her agents in a housing market that is stabilizing, Myers stressed a collaborative approach. “It will be important to look at what clients’ value as far as finances, comfort, and home amenities.” In her expe-rience, the top five areas of a home that clients value are: the kitchen, bathrooms, a family room adjacent to the kitchen, a finished base-ment and landscaping. “We will also stress effective communication upon the part of the agent, so he or she is presenting properties that best suit the client’s needs.”

According to Myers, Chappaqua is brimming with premier listings at great values. She highlighted two properties. The first is located at 9 Crystal Spring Road. Priced at $1,050,000, Myers sees this vintage charmer as “an immedi-ate attraction for buyers in this

price range because of its excellent condition and level property with views.” The second listing is a Colo-nial, priced at $759,000, located at 84 Oak Hill. “To get a Colonial in the mid $700,000s is a great value,” Myers observed.

Myers is quick to tout the strengths of the firm when asked how she will approach marketing of these and other homes. “The technology

William Raveis provides is unbe-lievable. The website [raveis.com] receives over ten million worldwide visits annually and is a wonder-ful tool for any agent marketing a home.” In addition to providing simple access to information on over 200,000 listings throughout the Northeast, raveis.com is a des-tination for buyers, sellers and real estate aficionados alike looking to keep a pulse on regional and local markets. In addition, the company embraces social media, engaging Facebook, Twitter and You Tube followers with weekly contests such as “Name that Celebrity Home,” providing useful tips for buyers and sellers and posting video created by agents and management. The firm’s blog, raveis.com, is a hub for the latest in real estate, from trends in home building to the im-pact of state and federal regulation in local markets.

Through use of technology as well as more traditional means of com-munication, Myers looks to main-tain a close relationship not only

with clients, but with local com-munities the Chappaqua office will serve. “The Chappaqua team looks forward to being actively involved in community events and causes,” said Myers. This is a philosophy she shares with Bill Raveis, William Raveis agents and staff, as they have felt strongly about giving back to communities that have helped them prosper over the years.

A cause close to the company’s heart has been to aid those fight-ing breast cancer. Over the past six years, William Raveis agents, management and staff have raised $1.5 million in support of the American Cancer Society Patient Navigator Program, an initiative that helps newly diagnosed breast cancer patients “navigate” through the physical, emotional and finan-cial stresses of the disease. Myers looks forward to actively partici-pating in this cause, as well as in agents’ continued involvement in local groups and associations, such as the PTA, the United Jewish Appeal, the Junior League, Neigh-bors Link, churches, and syna-gogues.

When contemplating the outlook for real estate, Myers is optimistic. “It’ll be stronger than 2010 as long as homes are priced realistically,” she said. One thing she need not contemplate is the prowess of her team, which has a lifetime sales volume of $2.9 billion. “Their tal-ent further fuels my optimism. I’m excited for the year ahead.”

(L-R): Company owners: Ryan Raveis, Bill Raveis and Chris Raveis

"We now have many of the top producers in our

Chappaqua office. Raveis recruits only the best and the brightest, ensuring them success

wherever they go.” Susan Myers

“The website,raveis.com,

receives over ten million world wide

visits annually and is a wonderful tool

for any agentmarketing a home.”


Just Between Us

Editor’s Note: When I decided on the Flood Sisters cover story, I turned to Westchester’s most ubiq-uitous fashion stylist, writer and instructor Sandy Hapoienu to help out. A permanent fixture at Fashion Week, her latest venture, stylingsession.com, embodies all her sought after expertise. Inside Chap-paqua asked Sandy a few questions following the shoot:

1. What motivated you to choose a career as a stylist?I started as a shopping editor then photo stylist, styling celebrities, corporate, television, closet edits, wardrobe building and fashion shows. This also led me to teach as an adjunct Professor at SUNY Westchester. 2.Is styling a natural gift or something learned? I believe that there is an art and a science to styling. The art is the creative side that can be tapped into

by reading fashion magazines and watching fashion shows. The science can be learned by knowing the type of clothing that is the best fit for your body type.

3. What inspires you most about styling? Most people are married to a look and are afraid to take chances on their own. The confidence level rises significantly. 4.What is rewarding to you about it? The thanks I get from my clients and the look on their faces. The befores and afters are amazing. 5. Can you describe your experi-ence with the Flood Sisters? The Flood sisters are three young women working hard to bring atten-tion to their foundation in the hopes of kidney donors. I took the whole picture into account: where are they now and where they are going in the future. First I started with their body types and what would be the most flattering styles. Then I made sugges-tions for hair and make-up. I aimed for a more polished business look.

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GREATEST STRENGTHS: IC continues to be blessed withan immensely talented and loyal stable of contributors. This last year, we welcomed in another key contributor, designer

Dina Spalvieri. “I have enjoyed my regular jaunts to Dina’s lovely Kent, Connecticut home, to help close each issue.”

SPECIAL PLANS: A “Top Ten Any-thing” edition for March/April, from Top Ten Ways to Go Green to Top Ten Places to Bike Ride.

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Publisher and EditorGrace Bennett

ContributorsDaniel Baitch, Lisa Ballou, Sarah Ellen Berman, Ronni Diamondstein

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Become a fan of Inside Chappaqua on Passion. This is what sets Dr. Lydia

Evans apart from the rest. She is a dedicated individual who prides herself on delivering high quality, individualized care.

Dr. Evans’ practice is designed to cater to her clients. Her visits are conducted at a leisurely pace to in-sure that everyone feels comfortable and understands that their concerns are paramount.

Talking to her is like talking to a dear friend. Any anxiety associated with a visit to the doctor fades away. When beginning a consultation, Dr. Evans listens intently to the patient’s concern about their appearance. “It’s essential to respect that,” she related. Once Dr. Evans understands what the client is seeking to achieve, she recommends the appropriate proce-dure or product.

Dr. Evans prides herself on devel-oping enduring relationships with her patients. She inquires about their families and lives with genu-ine interest. In some cases, she is even acquainted with other mem-bers of the family since they are also patients. Her practice includes a number of children and great grandparents from fourth genera-tion families.

State-of-the-Art “Ulthera Therapy” OfferedThere are several technological in-novations in the field of cosmetic services which are particularly exciting to Dr. Evans. She has re-cently acquired the tools to admin-ister ulthera therapy. This is the non-surgical facelift which many have been waiting for. Ulthera utilizes an ultrasound machine to deliver amazing results. Before and after photos were featured on re-cent episodes of Dr. Oz and Rachel Ray. For those looking to erase fine lines, wrinkles, and brown spots, Dr. Evans recommends a laser treatment called Fraxel. It’s “like a present from God,” she said.Creating a skincare regime is one of Dr. Evans’s specialities. Whether it’s a medicinal or moisturizing cream, she will find the perfect match. In her role as a consulting dermatologist for L’Oreal, she has acquired extensive knowledge of skincare products.

What does Dr. Evans relish about her profession? The gratification expressed by her clients. “They’ll look in the mirror and say, ‘Wow!’ It’s very rewarding to make some-one feel better about the way they look,” she observed.

Dr. Evans has also seen how a change in appearance is reflected in her patient’s lives. Sometimes, desired weight loss is achieved. Oc-casionally, a more fulfilling career is embarked upon.

“I’m also the first guinea pig,” she stated. “I’ve had Botox and Dermas-weep (a skin resurfacing system)...I always communicate what it felt like.” Her completely natural looking complexion belies the fact that it has been enhanced in any way.

Proponent of Follow Up CareDr. Evans places a strong emphasis on vigilance. If a mole has changed or a pimple has not disappeared in four to six weeks, she strongly

recommends that it be seen by a professional. While she noted that melanoma is on the rise, she ac-knowledges that, “Early detection changes the picture dramatically.” The recent news on the benefits of vitamin D give her pause. She is concerned that people may overin-dulge in sunbathing sans sunscreen to reap the benefits of vitamin D. Her advice is to limit unprotected areas to ten minutes of exposure and to always use sunscreen on the face. Additionally, she feels that vitamin D supplements are equally if not more beneficial.

Look around when you cross the threshold to the space where this highly skilled dermatologist plies her trade. Clues to her expertise abound. This connoisseur has cho-sen exquisite works of art including a Bonnard like tableau and a play-ful figurine, perched atop a chair. “My passion about art history informs the aesthetics partof the practice. There really isan art to it.”

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Stylish. Sexy. Cool. Mysterious. Let’s face it; a fashionable pair of glasses may be the greatest accesso-ry a person can own. I know many people, myself included, who have a thing for sunglasses. In fact, there are even people who blog about their obsession with sunglasses. And while fashion trends come and go, sunglasses, and glasses for that matter, always remain in style.

Eye Gallery, a modern boutique in downtown Chappaqua, is a store that stays on the cutting edge of eyewear trends. From sporty to flashy to simply functional, Eye Gallery is home to a large selection of eyewear. The well-lit space has plenty of windows and mirrors to make the decision process an easy and enjoyable one.

Owner/Optometrist Dr. Michael Rosen and his Partner Dr. Chris Gentile are on hand along with Office Manager Celine Lewitt. They

are committed to helping custom-ers take care of their eyes and make the right decisions about fit and function. As a result, Eye Gallery has quickly become the place for fabulous eyewear in Northern Westchester. When Dr. Rosen was ready to expand the Eye Gallery name, he found himself drawn to Chappaqua for its small-town feel. “I have a lot of ties to Chappaqua and know a lot of people in the town, “ explained Dr. Rosen.

“When I decided to expand the brand to a second location and the space became available, it just felt like the right fit.” It is a vision that has certainly paid off.

Eye Gallery offers full eye exams six days a week and have an Op-tometrist on staff every day except Sunday. The focus of the business is twofold. There is a large emphasis on the medical function of eyewear, and at the same time, the doctors

equally understand the importance of glasses as a fashion accessory. When it comes to finding the per-fect pair of glasses it’s important to give yourself plenty of time for the selection process.

“Remember, the first thing people see when they look at you is your eyewear, so even if glasses seem ex-pensive, good quality and good style are worth it,” said Dr. Rosen. “Also, just because the sun isn’t blazing hot doesn’t mean you don’t need to wear sunglasses. The sun’s rays are just as harmful on your eyes in the winter as in the summer.”

Dr. Rosen and his staff are commit-ted to providing the best customer service. “People trust us. They know we have their best interest in mind and that we care how they look. They can come in to pick out a new pair of glasses with our help and without bringing 10 friends with them.”

Great Vision Pays OffBy Lisa Ballou

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Desires by Mikolay is a full service jewelry store that carries a wide array of fine & fashion jewelry at all price points. Recently launched designer line “Scott Mikolay” truly represents luxury and quality.

A leader in jewelry repair and cus-tom design, Desires never sacrifices quality craftsmanship. All repairs are done on premises by its master jewelers. Estimates are complimen-tary, and there is no job too big or too small.

Store Services include: •Jewelry, Fine & Fashion•Custom Made Jewelry•Jewelry Repair & Redesign•Loose Diamond Sales & Appraisals•Diamond Setting•On Site Master Jeweler•Gift Range Jewelry•Personal Shoppers•Online Store

BACKGROUND: When Scott decided to open a store he quickly realized the enormity of the task. His wife Tara, a social worker, left her career temporarily to help out but unex-pectedly fell in love with jewelry, marketing and general daily tasks of doing business. Six years later, they have together designed and launched Scott Mikolay Jewelry Design, and show no signs of slow-ing down. Committed to philan-thropy, they host at least four char-ity events at the store each year and financially support many local and international organizations.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “I think we have a real understanding about the current world and marketplace that we live in,” says Tara. Aware that their customers can easily shop online or in big stores, they value their patrons and “go the extra distance.” With that in mind, Desires offers all price points, rec-ognizing that even a luxury store needs to offer a good selection in the $25-$35 range.

The shop also offers complimentary jewelry cleanings, and checks over customers’ items for loose stones and overall safety in the process. Customers enjoy complimentary freshly baked organic cookies and hot espresso while they wait or browse. And Desires by Mikolay customer service is second to none; male customers are amazed with how well the staff knows their wives’ tastes, ensuring that they choose the perfect gift!

Desires also has the strongest re-pair shop and custom design center in the area, transforming custom-ers’ outdated jewelry into some-thing new and special. Patrons love working with Scott, Simon, Diana and Sarah as they really take the time to listen to their wants and get the job done right.

PROUDEST MOMENT: Every day, Scott and Tara are proud when a customer comes tells them that they really value having the store in town and hope it remains for many years to come. “We hear often that this is a place a husband can come in and pick out anything in the store and his wife would be happy,” says Tara. “That makes us proud as it speaks to the work we put into the store, making sure what we

carry is current, in demand, and priced right.”

Of added pride is the Scott Mikolay line being picked up by the ultimate in luxury, Neiman Marcus!

CUSTOMER SERVICE STORIES:Jewelry and working on jewelry is all about trust. Desires proudly of-fers to work on clients rings or pre-cious jewels while they wait, ensur-ing that they always know where their piece is. Want further reas-surance? Customers can even sit in the back to watch as one of the store’s master jewelers works on their piece so they can see the high level of quality and skill used. Many new customers love this service, as it can be daunting trusting some-one you just met with your most precious family heirlooms.

A male customer came in to pur-chase a gift for his wife for Valen-tine’s Day, which was also their anniversary. He was pressed for time, so the Desires staff offered to handle the gift based on his specifi-cations. The staff ran around town gathering candles, a card and other items and assembled the perfect gift basket. Floored by the Desires by Mikolay customer service and that they took the time to do this for him, he has remained a loyal customer to us for the last five years…

HOPES AND DREAMS:Growth, continuing to fine-tune and improve their business, and to make a positive impact in this world. And of course making Scott Mikolay a household name.

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES: E.A.V.C. is a custom electronics design/inte-gration & installation company. CEDIA Certified and Authorized Dealers of all major brands we spe-cialize in; Media Rooms, Dedicated Home Theaters, Surround Sound Systems, Indoor/ Outdoor Speak-ers, Whole House Audio/ Video And Home Automation Systems, Listening Rooms, Home Recording Studios, Lighting Control, CCTV Cameras, Corporate Board Rooms, Phone Systems, Computer Net-

working, Sound Isolation, DJ Sys-tems, Live Sound Reinforcement and more. We service Residential Homes, Businesses, Retail Stores/Outlets, Sports Bars, Restaurants, Night Clubs, Houses Of Worship, Schools, Towns /Villages, and more. From a simple Plasma/ LCD/ LED installation to a fully automat-ed “Smart Home” controllable from your I-phone/ I-Pad anywhere in the world, Empire can design and install a system to fit your budget.

BACKGROUND: A Westchester native and professional musi-cian, Charlie has been around Audio/ Video ever since he can re-member. “From setting up the stereo system at high school parties, to owning “The Band P.A. System” and then onto performing on stages around the world equipped with state of the art Audio/ Video Systems,” he says, “I just figured starting an A/V company was the most logical path for me to take.” GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Creativity, honesty, and integrity.”

PROUDEST MOMENT: Signing a major record label deal and getting to work with some of the biggest names in the music industry!

CUSTOMER SERVICE STORIES: “I was once called into fix an issue created by another company for a senior partner of Home Theater Magazine. She is still my cli-ent today! -:) Another time I was called in to troubleshoot an issue involving a large TV wall at an area gym. I was told that they had three or four companies try to solve the issue before giving me the ball. After a few phone calls to industry experts and bit of research on my own, I found a solution that worked resulting in another Happy Customer!”

SPECIAL PLANS: After February 1 and through the spring, Empire Audio will be running specials for Inside Chappaqua readers. Please give us a call or go to my website for more information,” says Char-lie. “And, oh yeah, don’t forget to mention the magazine.”

HOPES FOR THE FUTURE: “To keep up with the ever changing electronic technology industry and eventually automate EVERYTHING! Perhaps a micro chip implanted at birth?”

Empire Audio/Video Concepts, Inc.PRESIDENT:

Charles SchunkIN BUSINESS SINCE: 2004www.empireaudiovideo.com

When he is not installing entertainment systems, you may see Charlie on a stage near you working as a professional musician.

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The Jacob Burns Film Center (JBFC) is a nonprofit cultural arts organization with a dual mission in film and education, lo-cated on a 47,500 sq. foot, three-building campus in the center of Pleasantville. Since the opening in 2001, over a million people have seen over 4,500 films from more than 40 countries. The campus includes the 27,000 sq. feet Media Arts Lab, the JBFC’s state-of-the-art educa-tion center. To learn more about the JBFC, visit www.burnsfilmcenter.org.

H A P P E N I N G SJBFC’s 10th

Anniversary Celebration

Jacob Burns Film Center Executive Director Steve Apkon, legendary actor/filmmaker and Sundance Film Festival founder Robert Redford, and Academy Award-winning director Jonathan Demme.

One of the founding families and honorees of the 25th Anniversary Gala to benefit Juve-nille Diabetes Research Foudation, Robert & Bobbi Reitzes of Chappaqua, pictured here with one of their children with type 1 diabetes, Robin Kern of Katonah, NY. This year’s gala will take place at the Trump National Golf Course on April 9. To purchase tickets or to donate an auction item, contact Stephen Gnojewski, 914-686-7700 or send an email to [email protected].

JDRF HonorsChappaqua Family

Visitors to The New York Botanical Garden this win-ter can find a refuge from the frigid weather outside with a retreat to the warmth of Caribbean Garden, a look at the tropical trees, flow-ers, and foliage in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory’s permanent collection, including orange-yellow crotons, fuschia bromeliads, and rosy red hibiscus. Through self-guided strolls, use of free audio tours, or participa-tion in docent-led tours of the Conservatory, visitors can encounter many surprises in the largest Victorian-style glasshouse in the country, open once again to the public after last summer’s horticultural and structural refurbishments. Check nybg.org for exact times and locations.

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David Ruzow, Managing Director of Granite Real Estate Tax Consultants, is delighted with his com-pany’s year-end results – down, the

way he and his clients like it. That’s because Granite’s business is helping homeowners lower their assessments and save on property taxes. Ruzow is uniquely qualified to represent cli-ents because of his dual expertise as both a certified real estate appraiser and a licensed real estate broker. His knowledge and judgment, gained in over 30 years of valuing real estate,

make all the difference in mounting a successful property assessment challenge.

“The fact is, we offer our property tax reduction services only to home-owners who we believe are over-assessed,” commented Mr. Ruzow. Granite will prepare an appeal and follow all of the steps necessary to get the reduction the client deserves. The fee, 50% of the first year’s tax savings, is owed only if and when the assessment gets reduced.

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the area, understands what compa-rables to use as proof of value, and who speaks the same language as the assessors, is critical. David Ruzow can handily counter an argument put forth by an assessor because he is an expert at the valuation, and negotia-tion of real estate. Granite Real EstateTax Consultants serves Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. For a complete list of services, visit www.granitetaxreduction.com.

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John and Tracy DeMeo have finally realized a long held dream. Back in 2001, John DeMeo was sure that the gas station site he owned in this bucolic hamlet could be transformed into something grander, serving the entire New Castle community and all those folks coming and going from the Taconic. “John saw the potential for a vibrant location to meet the needs of everyone on the go,” says Tracy. And it turns out, he was right. Since its grand opening last month, the new Millwood Market and Shell Station has had everyone oohing and

ahhing! The 4,000 square foot conven-ience shop, housed in a handsome, sparkling new Colonial build-ing, offers a full array of grocery items that John explains is “an evolving inventory”

as he continues to diligently ask cus-tomers what they’d most appreciate from a convenience and quality point of view. In the meantime, you can fill up at the sparkling new pumps, and then dash in for a great cup of Mountain Blend coffee, fresh brewed iced tea, or Ghirardelli’s hot chocolate (John is ultra conscious of offering up tasty, quality products that are a notch above). Or try a cup of delicious Ket-tle Cuisine Soup or Chili, or maybe grab a cold meat sandwich, breakfast

egg sandwich on a bagel or roll, or enjoy a Nathan’s hot dog!

Then roam the spacious aisles to stock up on items for your fridge or cupboards…whether its milk , eggs, cheeses, the Arthur Avenue breads or school and clean-ing supplies and vital winter items such as squeegees, salt and firewood. And if nature calls, the Millwood Market could be a godsend. The DeMeos graciously note the two clean, rest rooms open to the public.

Millwood MarketPROPRIETORS:

John & Tracy DeMeoIN BUSINESS SINCE:

January 2011www.millwoodmarket.com

Just GRAND!Spacious and Stocked Shop for After you Fill Up

John and Tracy DeMeo

On Your Way, Everyday

201 Saw Mill River Rd • Millwood, NY 10546 • 944-4599Open 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week

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A World Class Nursery School and Kindergarten

SERVICES: World Cup Nursery School and Kindergarten offers early-childhood education classes for children ages two through four plus a full-day Kindergarten. Wonderful summer camp programs are also offered.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Highly-qualified teachers and a developmental program with a “hands-on” academic ap-proach. “We individualize the program, always putting an emphasis on the children’s interests and strengths in an age-appropriate environment. A theme-based curriculum is designed for all the different ages which allows children to explore, discover and problem solve. Our bright, spa-cious and well-equipped facilities provide the room and tools for children to explore and grow.”

SPECIAL PLANS: World Cup offers programs to benefitthe entire community. Watch for announcements orspecial classes or shows on their website.

World Cup Nursery Schooland Kindergarten

PROPRIETOR:John SabaljaDIRECTOR:

Roxanne KaplanIN BUSINESS SINCE: 1993

www.worldcupnurseryschool.com

SERVICES: New Castle Physical Therapy and Personal Training provides orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, pre or post-ortho-pedic surgical care, manual therapy and neck/back pain therapy. In addition, look to them for compre-

hensive fitness assessments, sport specific training and osteoporosis and injury prevention programs. Therapy and training sessions are all one-on-one and they last a full hour.

BACKGROUND: Licensed Physical Therapists Adam Pliskow and Matthew Marucci founded New Castle Physical Therapy and Personal Training in 2007 with the mission to deliver the highest quality rehabilitation and fitness conditioning to their clients.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “We are network providers for the Hospital for Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network since 2008. As a physical therapist owned facility, our personal approach allows us to cater to our clients’ needs,” says Adam Pliskow. “To ensure superior service and optimal results we only schedule one client per hour.” The spa-cious clinic has a warm and therapeutic atmosphere that accommodates all levels of injury. It includes a full gym with strength training and cardiovascular equipment where both experienced athletes and those new to fitness and rehabilitation will feel comfortable. They also offer

private treatment rooms and are fully handicapped accessible.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:As one recent client said, “I have never come across a place as professional and compassionate as New Cas-tle Physical Therapy and Personal Training. From the moment you walk in the door, you know you are in a place of caring and healing.”

SPECIAL PLANS: New Castle Physical Therapy & Personal Training will once again sponsor the New Castle 10K Road Race, a non-profit event that benefits the community. In ad-dition, New Castle Physical Therapy and Personal Train-ing will partner with the Town of New Castle Parks and Recreation Department and host two 6 week boot camps. The boot camps will be held in May and June 2011 at Gedney Park. Participants will focus on strength training, core stabilization, agility and aerobic endurance with the op-tion to receive pre and post-assessments on lean body mass, body weight and flexibility. Through March 15th,New Castle Physical Therapy and Personal Training is offer-ing a free 30 minute orthopedic consultation. When you call for an appointment, please mention this promotion.

New CastlePhysical Therapy and

Personal TrainingPROPRIETOR:

Adam Pliskow PT, MSPT andMathew Marucci, PT, MSPT,

OCS, CSCSIN BUSINESS SINCE:

July 2007www.newcastlept.net

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SERVICES: Yulia has brought the Wall Street model of buying and selling to

fashion! Customers “manage” their fashion portfolio. Bring in an item and Spot it–sell it same day for cash. Or Swap it–exchange it for anything else in the store. Or Sell it–leave it and receive 60% of the proceeds. Here you can find bags and clothes by Chanel. Prada or Hermes, or try one of Yulia's creations including cashmere coats with genuine mink, a signature “Cashmere Tuxedo,” cashmere gloves and business blouses.

BACKGROUND:. As a former diplomat and Wall Street pro-fessional with experience working at Barclays Capital, UNFCU, Morgan Stanley and an expert of investing capi-tal in companies and real estate assets, Yulia is confident that an investment approach can be applied in fashion.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Chanel specialty boutique.Innovation. Economy and community friendly. Yulia is at the store every day helping her clients understand the “fashion investment” concept. She has already generated buzz, with celebrities stopping in and customers coming up from Manhattan to Stop and Swap.

COUTUREDossier PROPRIETORS:

Yulia and Andrey OmelichIN BUSINESS SINCE: Sept 2010

www.COUTUREDossier.com

Sell it. Spot it. Swap it. COUTUREDossier

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67 N. Bedford Road, Chappaqua NY • 914 777-2838www.COUTUREDossier.com or

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SERVICES: 353 specializes in Italian/American com-fort food. A lovely garden patio with plantings and festive décor serves as a wonder-ful addition to any event. This restaurant close to home can accommodate large or smaller parties, weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthday parties and corporate functions. A smaller private party room is available too. A romantic 50-seat lounge, with plush velvet couches and chairs is also the perfect “just arriving” gathering place to relax or listen to music before or after dining. 353 also offers reasonably priced take out dinners, perfect for busy families, and is open days for lunch and dinner. GREATEST STRENGTHS: “We have excellent food and greatservice!” say the Sandolos. SPECIAL PLANS: “Each year, we are very excited about the opening of our very popular garden patio. We spruce it up with fresh plantings and visitors love its inviting, intimate atmosphere,” state the Sandolos. “The patio alone is often in demand for dining and private functions.”

Italian/American Comfort Food! 353 Restaurant

& LoungePROPRIETORS:

Paul & Mario SandoloIN BUSINESS SINCE: 1972

www.353restaurant.com

Open 7 Days For Lunch,Dinner and Take-OutCall for Reservationsor to Book a Party

914-241-2447

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wine-pairing dinner.

353 RESTAURANT • 353 N. BEDFORD RD.MT. KISCO, NY 10549 • www.353restaurant.com

Maximize Skills & Have Fun!SERVICES: Operating since 1980,16 Weekly Day Camps, ages 4-16, June-August. Specialty Camps for single week(s) or entire summer: Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Lacrosse, Football, Multi-Sports, Field Hockey, Cheerleading, Volleyball, Circus Arts, Magic, Softball, Diving, Academic, Little Stars: ages 3½–5, two-week ses-sions, partial day/extended hrs. Supervised swimming. Lunch option, local central point transportation from Westchester, door-to-door transportation from Manhattan.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: A highly trained team of professionals. Limited enrollment ensures know-ing each camper’s needs. For over 30 years Future Stars have provided families in Westchester/Manhattan/Fairfield/Long Island with the most

outstanding specialty camp programs in the NY Metro Area. The camps, indoor tennis and sport facilities provide thou-sands of children every year with a fun, safe, and productive environment. Kids benefit from concentrated drilling and personalized instruction designed to inspire individuals to pursue excellence while having fun.

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PROPRIETORS:Bill Griffin

& Charlie VanDercookwww.fscamps.com

SERVICES: MARCH Boutique offers a well-edited collec-tion of clothing and accessories generally not found outside of major cities like NY and LA. Lynn brings together the most interesting pieces from over 60 design-ers including indus-try leaders Milly,

Trina Turk, Tory Burch as well as a myriad of trendset-ting emerging designers. The store’s tag-line is aptly titled: “a bit of SOHO in Westchester.” BACKGROUND: The MARCH concept is the result of years of fashion exploration, constant trend analysis and daily experiences both in-store and online. Lynn’s advertising background at a major cosmetics company successfully enticed “downtown” designers into Westchester and their continual desire to be featured make MARCH the go-to destination in Westchester. MARCH has received several Best of Westchester awards including two “Best Bou-tique” awards from the editors of Westchester Magazine.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: MARCH is known for incredible fashion taste, friendly staff, and the unique ability to make everyone who walks in the shop look absolutely stunning. The personalized shopping experience is an education on style. “While our racks are fully stocked with new and exciting merchandise,” states Puro,“ we purposely limit the number of each item from each de-signer’s collection so our customers can be confident of their distinctive look.” CUSTOMER SERVICE STORY: “More than once, we have been visited by frantic women minutes before an event or party looking for something to wear. This is truly our specialty, dressing a customer from head to toe, so they look fabulous for their special night out!” SPECIAL PLANS: The website, which receives savvy visitors with an eye for great fashion from around the world, fea-tures individual designer looks and coordinated outfits that mix and match designers and price points. “We showcase new col-lections each week and provide styling ideas to pull together complete looks on the site and in our email blasts and blog.”

“A Bit of SoHo” Indeed

March BoutiquePROPRIETOR:

Lynn PuroIN BUSINESS SINCE: 2006

www.marchboutique.com

Lynn Purow


SERVICES: Joro is a full service referral resource for anything and every-thing celebratory. Events of all sizes, both private and corporate. A client is offered an introduction to Tri-state specialists in: venues, catering, decor, florals, photography, video, entertainment, invitations, custom print, hotel/spa accommodations, beauty and more. Top tier talents are shared , turning events into lifetime memories.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Joro's only allegiance is to her client. She rep-resents industry professionals who keep her own reputation in good standing. She is the "voice behind the email" in order to fulfill a client's wish list. Referrals are made to elimi-nate a learning curve and undue stress. Her client becomes a "guest" over a "host." Life can be so serious so it is so important to celebrate!

SPECIAL PLANS: Perhaps a destination vacation? Leave itto Joro. She loves to bring back how the "rest of the world" celebrates and share!

Jo Rosenfeld Major Occasions

PROPRIETOR:Jo Rosenfeld ( Joro)

IN BUSINESS SINCE: 2006 www.jorosenfeld.com

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES: The very best in massage therapy, advanced skin care including peels, waxing, seaweed and clay wraps, salt scrubs, and superior nail care. Skin care lines include GM Collin, Dermalogica, Cosmedix and Dr. Renaud.

BACKGROUND: Marti and Bruce Schoenberg opened the first Oasis Day Spa in Union Square NYC in 1998 and it become an overnight sensation. Marti, a massage therapist, and Bruce, a trade show producer, recog-nized the need for a more customer service oriented, reasonably priced NYC spa experience for Westchester when they moved here in 2004.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Customer service in a luxuri-ous and reasonably priced environment. Oasis requires staff to go through the most rigorous training in the in-dustry and requires continu-ing education--something no other spa does. No spa in New York State requires the level of training and licen-sure as Oasis Day Spa.

CUSTOMER SERVICE STORY: Oasis in 2010 was named ‘Favorite Day Spa in the Coun-try’ by the reader’s poll of Spa Magazine, as well as ‘Spa of the Decade’ by Westches-ter Magazine. “Our staff continually goes above and beyond for our guests, coming in early or staying late to accommodate their busy schedules, “ says Bruce, who sits on the board of the ‘Swedish Institute’ and is also

a contributor to the industry on edu-cational issues at trade shows.

SPECIAL PLANS: Oasis will be having several specials for Valentine’s Day, including a spa/dining package with Red Hat on the River. Oasis will also be having a skin care event, author reading and rooftop social event in the spring as they get ready to re-open the roof top garden.

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Side-by-Side MassageTreat your Valentine to an ultra-relaxing massage in a

candle-lit room for two

Cupid’s Touch Organic FacialShe’ll love the gift of radiant skin with our organic

seaweed facial!

Rivertowns Romance Packageincluding Side-by-Side Massage and a Gift Card for

dinner at Red Hat on the River in Irvington-On-Hudson

For more Valentine’s Day gift ideas, visit our website or give us a call at 914.409.1900

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Oasis Day SpaPROPRIETORS:

Marti & Bruce SchoenbergIN BUSINESS SINCE:

1998IN WESTCHESTER SINCE:

2008www.oasiswestchester.com

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PRODUCTS/SERVICES:“Babette,” as all her customers know this bubbly, gracious French shopkeeper, beams with pride when she describes her high end quality consignment shop with its completely friendly atmos-phere. Elegance II features couture, designer clothing, largest selection of Chanel Handbags, shoes and acces-sories, including the Deborah Pangle Collection, stun-ning, artistic 18K gold jewelry pieces.

STRENGTHS: The sheer variety. At any given time, a customer can find designer pieces by Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Bottega Venetta, Go Yord, Gucci, YSL, Fendi, Dolce Gobana, Jimmy Choo, Chloe and more! Her shop, says Babette, is also teeming “with an exquisite selection of designer handbags, featured in the New York Times.”

SPECIAL PLANS: Babette offers personalized closet con-sultations by appointment. “We always welcome newconsigners!” she says. So come check out Elegance, oui?

Elegance IIPROPRIETOR:Babette Faotto

IN BUSINESS SINCE: 1999www.elegance2.com

Babette Faotto


SERVICES: For almost 30 years, Jodi’s Gym has provided hundreds of thousands of children with an early foundation in movement education through nurturing and fun classes, parties, and camps for children 9 months to 12 years of age. Through age appropriate and a developmentally sound curricu-lum, children develop strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, focus, and discipline.

GREATEST STRENGTHS:Jodi’s Gym hires and trains “the absolute best people, far surpassing industry standards,”states Jodi, who holds a Masters degree in psy-chology. She began her gymnas-tics training in the sixth grade and went on to compete at the collegiate and national level.

“We deliver the love, the patience, the enthusiasm, the pas-sion, the knowledge and expertise needed to maintain and deliver the ultimate in children’s programming.” SPECIAL PLANS: Coming soon is Motion Evolution, acomprehensive health and fitness program for kids in the first grade and up."Jodi's to Go" also brings fitness and gymnastics into day cares, schools, camps, and to underserved populations.

Jodi’s GymOWNER/DIRECTOR

Jodi Rosenwasser LevineIN BUSINESS SINCE:

1982www.jodisgym.com

Kid Fitness, Jodi Style

SERVICES: “Our shop is a compact mixture between a florist, boutique and an outdoor garden center,” states Beth. “Fresh flowers and plants are the largest sectors of our business but it’s a great place to come for unusual gifts too.” Florally, Whispering Pines can accommodate any type of corporate or private event as well as offer holiday designs and everyday decorations for home and garden en-hancement. GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Creativity would probably be the first answer for any florist, and there are a lot of really creative designers out there. But using that creativity effectively to meet the needs of every customer is a little harder to come by; and that’s what we strive for.” SPECIAL PLANS: When spring comes around, the store will be very busy with outdoor plant-ing for businesses and private homes. Beth also plans to utilize the shop’s ample outdoor space to display a beautiful array of annuals and perennials.

Whispering Pines of

ChappaquaPROPRIETOR:Beth Hundgen

IN BUSINESS SINCE:2003

Fab Florist and So Much More

Beth Hundgen

SERVICES: State of the Art Pilates and Yoga; a variety of private sessions and classes are offered at a conveniently located down-town studio.

BACKGROUND: An interest in health and fitness goes way back for Adina, who start-ed out as a former gymnast throughout her school years. While she didn’t initially embark on a fitness career, the idea took hold over time as she rapidly be-came an advanced Pilates student. One look at Adina and her lean muscular physique and the word “fit” re-ally does come to mind! For a long time, Adina owned her own packaging company on Long Island. After re-locating with her husband and kids to Chappaqua, she embarked on a career transition intended to embrace what she loves–Pilates–and help her work closer to home as well. The previous owner of the North Greeley studio had relocated which presented Adina with this great business opportunity.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “My staff,” states Adina, un-equivocally. She notes that each staff member has been carefully hired. “Their credentials are strong and their references are stellar.” The proximity to home is another attractive aspect of working out at Breathe

Pilates and Yoga. Busy parents or working profession-als can save time work-

ing out in town rather than setting aside the couple hours it takes to go to a full service fit-ness center.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: “It has been extremely gratifying watching my clients evolve from beginner to advanced Pilates students,” says Adina. She extols Pilates as a way to build a solid core, alleviating back pain, increas-ing overall strength and improving a sense of overall body awareness. “There are only positive benefits to be had. You look better, feel better and are also able to maintain a healthy weight.”

SPECIAL PLANS: A grand opening party this winter, new workshops and the introduction of hot yoga classes are all in the works at Breathe Pilates and Yoga.

Breathe Pilates and Yoga PROPRIETOR:

Adina OlanIN BUSINESS SINCE: 2010

www.breathepilatesandyoga.com

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SERVICES: The Rosenthal JCC provides pre-school and early childhood programs; after-school programs and classes; summer camps; Jewish learning and culturalprograms; sport leagues; adult learning; and family support with special needs.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Flexible and diverse programs in response to community needs. A place of belonging that inspires vibrant Jewish and community spirit, nurtures individual potential, respects diversity and celebrates life.

SPECIAL PLANS: Great fun and adventure at the JCC Camp Discovery (for K – 9th grades – FREE door-to-door transportation); Summer fun for pre-schoolers at JCC Camp Bear Ridge (includes outdoor sports, nature and waterslides, as well as music, art and indoor games); Purim Percussion Palooza on Mar. 16; Topsy Turvy Bus Tour--Passover Pitstop on April 10; Teen participation in the JCC Maccabi Games® and JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® in August; TweenLINK Saturday Movie Nights on the first Saturdays of the month; Youth Philanthropy 101 on Feb. 10; Pesach “How To” Workshop for parents on Apr. 6; and a Spring Carnival on May 15.

Rosenthal JCC ofNorthern Westchester

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES: “We offer fresh meats, produce, Southern Italian and international prepared foods, fresh breads, pastas, store-made cold cuts, cured salami, great cheeses--fresh mozzarella is made by me every day!” states Michael Competiello proudly. Stop in for tasty sandwiches, hot or cold, or to pick up dry goods from Italy. A&S’s chefs also cater private and corporate parties from corporate luncheons to weddings and bar mitzvahs.

BACKGROUND: Michael began working in his family’s A&S store in Yonkers in 1983 at age 14. After graduating from Manhattan College in ’91, with a degree in Finance and Marketing, Michael stayed in the family busi-

ness. He worked in the Thornwood A&S until 1999. In October of ’99, he opened the A&S doors in Millwood.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Cleanliness, proper preparation and handling of food, and a sincere appreciation for our customers.”

CUSTOMER SERVICE: A regular customer’s political fundraiser that had Donald Trump as the guest speaker and other VIP attendees is a night Michael won’t soon forget. “They used their in-house staff and friends to handle serving, I brought the food, helped set it up and was prepar-ing to leave when they asked me to stay to make sure things would go smoothly.”

Not long into the function, Mr. Trump walks up to the food station, and asks Michael, “Chef, what do you recommend?” I replied, “Mr. Trump, I made the Swed-ish Meatball dish. I think you’ll find them savory.” He replied, “Swedish Meatballs, it is.” Later in the eve, dur-ing his speech, after praising important contributors, Mr. Trump also “out of the blue” told attendees not to leave before trying the “best damn Swedish Meatballs he ever tasted.” “It’s a great feeling when people enjoy a meal you have made–even better when they are over-whelmed, busy and distracted, but can’t get Swedish Meatballs off their mind!”

Fresh and Fine Fareand a Thumbs Up from the Donald!

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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES: The spa’s Hydrafacial was voted "Best Facial" in Westchester Magazine’s 2009 Best Of Westchester issue. In addition to customized facials, massages and body treatment, Emmary offers full body waxing, using an all natural soy hair remover. The spa also offers the extremely effective and gentle Dermalog-ica line and their newest line Naturopathica, whichis all natural and organic.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Our friendly and relaxingatmosphere, and highly experienced technicians and therapists. We are the only spa in Westchester to offer the Hydrafacial.”

SPECIAL PLANS: Get ready for spring and summer with a deep pore cleansing Hydrafacial or our skin firming Microcurrent at 15% off for your first visit. Call to schedule an appointment.

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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES: Squires Family Clothing and Footwear is a friendly, neighborhood business offering brand-name sportswear, outerwear, footwear and accessories for the whole family. Top brands from Northface, UGG,Merrell and Quicksilver to Tommy Bahama and Vineyard Vines line the racks. And that’s just to name a few.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Our ability to carry a diverse range of interesting, quality merchandise that is available all year round is what makes us special,” says Michael Kushner. “We also provide the experienced, qualified sales staff to help our customers make the right choice and find what they need.”

SPECIAL PLANS: Squires is stocked up for ski seasonand vacation time with a complete selection of ski wear from Spyder, Northface and Arcteryx. They also have a wide selection of cruise-wear to accommodate any vacation.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Promote Weight LossPRODUCTS AND SERVICES:Commercial weight loss programs don’t provide the level of attention, flexibility and treatment options avail-

able through a medi-cal weight loss facility. Dr.Maria Briones offers a multidisci-plinary approach to weight loss incorpo-rating a Medical Doctor and a Nutri-tionist into the weight

loss regimen. In addition to the weight loss program, Dr. Briones offers a meal replacement formula along with delicious snacks.

GREATEST STRENGTH: “Our greatest strength,” says Dr.Briones, “is our high percentage of patient satisfaction and success with weight management.”

SPECIAL PLANS: Dr. Briones has enhanced services by providing support to adolescents for weight loss with a program which includes medical, nutritional evaluation, behavioral modification and family group sessions. Ad-dition of anti aging products to the practice, and firming cream for all the ones who lost a lot of weight.

Maria BrionesM.D.P.C.

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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES:The Perennial Chef offers a wide range of fine prepared foods as well as full service catering. At the cozy Café and Patisserie in Bedford Hills, NY and Ridgefield, CT, you’ll find organic and Fair Trade coffees and teas, French pastries, fantastic lunch and dinner selections and decadent des-

serts; all house made. Indulge in their original organic hibiscus iced tea, browse the im-ported French cheese or choose from unique gift items like Provence ceramics and scents and elegant French glassware and cutlery. Sample from the gour-met take-out menu or

take advantage of full service catering and unbelievable food and exceptional staff. Call for their comprehensive holiday menus.

BACKGROUND: Chef Michael Williams, a graduate of Kenyon College and the French Culinary Institute in New York City, trained for many years in some of Manhattan’s finest restaurants. Using his experience Michael branched out on his own to better express his creativity and found there was

a need and opportunity to provide fine, prepared food in Westchester and now Fairfield counties. The Peren-nial Chef,Michael Williams, has received the Westchester Magazine award for Best Prepared Foods as well as designation as one of the Top Caterers in the county.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: The Perennial Chef is dedicated to pro-viding the best quality food for customers. Following a strong belief that natural foods are beneficial to the health of custom-ers and provide for the best tasting results, they use antibiotic and hormone-free beef and chicken and insist upon in-house prepared stocks and sauces made without the use of artificial enhancers and bases.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: The Perennial Chef takes pride in their outstanding catering staff which provides seamless and professional service for their clients.

SPECIAL PLANS: The Perennial Chef location in Ridgefield, CT is now open! This lovely café is located at 449 Main Street, and has both indoor and outdoor seating for when the warm weather arrives! Also, expanding on their philosophy of providing the best quality food for their customers, The Perennial Chef will be offering local homegrown vegetables for sale at its stores on a seasonal basis. Please call or visit their website for further details.

Delicious Decadencewith your Health in Mind

The Perennial Chef PROPRIETORS:

Leslie Williams, MichaelWilliams, Françoise Jarry

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“We didn’t want to see our father wait on a death list or have to be on dialysis the rest of his life.” Jennifer Flood and her sisters, Cynthia and Heather, craved a happier out-come for their father, Daniel, of Pleas-antville, New York. The Flood sisters’ journey began with a simple Craigslist ad that read “Please help me find a kidney for my dad.” As Jennifer recalls, “the three of us were Craigslist regulars for every-thing from finding child care to selling jewelry, so why not get creative and go for a kidney?”

Media attention for the ad ensued and soon over 100 people had offered to be tested. While approximately 50% of responders were genuine, the bigger hurdle was finding a blood type match for Daniel. His O-negative blood type meant the chosen donor would need to be O-negative or O-positive. Ultimately six responders were tested and in December 2008 Daniel was the lucky recipient of a living kidney donation from Dawn Verdick of Monterey, California.The Altruistic Donor Dawn was not the Flood sisters’ aunt, distant relative, or even close friend. She was a complete stranger compelled to help.

As Dawn recalls, “when I saw the Craigslist ad I had just been to a

memorial service for someone very close to me who had made such a difference in the lives of others.” At the outset, Dawn didn’t know her volunteerism desires would lead to kidney donation. “After seven months of conversations, research and testing, the answer to donate was obvious,” says Dawn.

To this day, the primary question asked of Dawn is why she would want to help a complete stranger. She is also frequently asked “What if something happens to your good kidney” or “What if the kidney recipient dies?” Dawn fervently believes that “helping others and being outward focused is truly the only remedy we need to create a better world.”

Inspirational words from some-one whose altru-istic ways extend beyond kidney donation. Dawn is also the Presi-dent and Founder of Dare to Dream (www.dareto-dreamfund.org), an organization with the vision of providing every young person with the opportunity to discover his or her potential in school, at work, and in life through goal achievement and life prepared-ness programs.

A Foundation is BornThanks to Dawn, Daniel Flood has

a new lease on life. You could argue that saving dad is a noble enough cause, but it was just the beginning for the Flood sisters. En route to finding a living donor for Daniel, the sisters founded The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation of America, www.floodsisters.org. The Foundation’s mission is to educate people on alternative ways to find a donor for kidney transplantation. Their focus is centered on the idea of the “altruistic donor,” or unre-lated living donor.

According to the Organ Procure-ment and Transplantation Net-work (OPTN) more than 93,000 Americans are currently on the national kidney transplant wait-ing list. While up to 16,000 or so

Drowning in Love withthe Flood Sisters

By Jeff Cohen

kidney transplants are performed annually, the average wait time can surpass seven years. Sadly, many waiting list candidates will pass away before a kidney donation match is made.

“If we can raise awareness for liv-ing donation, word will spread, and waiting lists will shorten,” says Jennifer. With a wait list generally within a year, the Flood Sisters have facilitated four more transplants since their dad’s. Cur-rently, 53 additional patients are registered, with 25 donors on hand getting tested for compatibility.

“Ultimately, we’d like to complete one transplant per month and pro-vide hope for renal failure patients besides the traditional deceased donor transplant.”

Spreading the WordRaising awareness is a primary mission for the Flood Sisters Foundation. Their annual fashion show does just that. On December 2, 2010, The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation of America presented the 2nd Annual “Love. Give. Life.” Park Avenue Fashion Show at the Audi Forum of New York City, sponsored by the National As-sociation of Profession Women (NAPW). Top fashion designers joined together to highlight the importance of altruistic/unrelated living donors.

As designer Elene Cassis noted, “I was extremely touched by the Flood sisters’ amazing story of how they saved their father’s life.” Elene is no stranger to tragedy herself, as her own father drowned. “The fear they had knowing they could lose their father is something I can certainly relate to and understand. It’s wonderful how they found someone to save their father’s life and continue helping others who are in a difficult situation in finding the right donor.”

Fellow Chappaqua resident Pam Zonsius, founder of “The Brelli” biodegradable umbrellas, supplied Brellis for some of the models to hold in their hands down the run-

way. According to Zonsius, “in the name of their father, The Flood Sis-ters Kidney Foundation fundrais-ing event was very personal. They have been successful in creating a model to match people in need of a kidney with a donor and Brelli is happy to be part of this passion-ate mission.”

The star-studded affair was co-host-ed by CNN producer Phil Rosen-baum and medical producer Maria Dorfner. Household name compa-nies participated in a silent auc-tion, including Calvin Klein, David Yurman Jewelry, Build-a-Bear, the Tony Hawk Foundation and Ivanka Trump Jewelry. A February fund-raiser is in the planning stages.Touching Lives, Inspiring HopeLive speakers touched by donation inspired the crowd, including Jamie Howard and Lisa Williams. Jamie’s daughter Caitlyn was born with reflux and needed akidney transplant.

“I was very worried Caity would be on the waiting list for years, so I contacted the Flood Sisters.” Just before joining she got the call a deceased donor had been found. Caitlyn quickly went from a very, very sick child with dark circles and yellow skin to a very healthy 13-year old.

Still, Jamie feels the Flood Sisters’ impact to this day. “I am comfort-ed knowing that should Caity ever need another kidney I have some-

where I can go without having to feel hopeless and go on that wait-ing list. It really makes a very scary situation have some hope.”For Lisa, she did some soul search-ing in arriving at the decision to give her kidney to a dear friend.

“I knew he needed it and felt as though I was extremely blessed to be able to give him an opportunity to lead a more normal life.” Lisa consulted with her Rabbi, who said, “to save a life is to save the world.”

Today Lisa feels complete when she sees how well her friend is doing and thriving. She also stares in awe at the Flood Sisters. “They have such a passion and their journey was not completed when their father received his new kidney.” Lisa is a Flood Sister advocate for life and will continue to let people know that donating their organs to save a life is the most gratifying and honorable thing one can do.

The Journey Has Just BegunAltruistic donation really is all about love. As the Flood Sisters’ website explains, “In the field of or-gan donation, it is love that carries the day, whether its for an individ-ual recipient or simply for human-ity. Organ donors are truly heroes. Everyday, they give of themselves to help others, gaining nothing of material value in return.”

In the end, The Flood Sisters’ philosophy sums it all up. “We changed our father’s life for the better. Now, we want to help others fight Kidney Disease. The power of one can save so many lives-imagine what can be done with all of us.”

To learn more about The Flood Sis-ters Foundation of America, visit www.floodsisters.org or call 646-287-2900. Donations can be made online or by check payable to The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation of America, 100 Park Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10017.

Jeff Cohen recently lost his mentor and father-in-law to kidney disease but lives his dream as a writer and consultant at Boldroad.com

The Terrific Trio...Jennifer: spent six years in psychiatric nursing before work-ing in finance, where she began building the Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation from her cubicle.

Cynthia: Jennifer’s twin, Fashion Institute of Technology graduate with a masters degree in art busi-ness from Sothebys, now working in compliance on Wall Street.

Heather: a Westchester social worker currently in training to become a therapist.

The Flood Sisters, raised in Pleasantville, (L-R): Cynthia, Heather and Jennifer Flood

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PRODUCTS/SERVICES:“Eye Designs is the most trusted place for eye exams, contact lenses, top quality prescription lenses, and an extensive selection of eyeglasses and sunglass frames,” says Optician Jill Magro. “Our sophisticated styles attract customers from all over.” Eye Designs takes special pride in fitting children and easing them into wearing glasses. The special 'kids room' has a great selection of durable, yet fashionable frames. Eye Designs use the latest digital lens technology and top-of-the-line products, including Varilux, Hoya and Shamir. Custom-ers appreciate the relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Says Magro, “If you want to see more clearly, and be seen in frames that will suit you perfectly, we invite you to come see us.”

BACKGROUND: Eye Designs has been in the optical busi-ness for over 20 years and saw a great opportunity in Armonk nearly eleven years ago. Optician Jaime Herman & Jill Magro are dedicated professionals with a highly

personalized and always low key approach. We have an optometrist on staff available by appointment. Our op-tometrist especially enjoys fitting first-time contact lens wearers or anyone who hasn’t tried them in years as new technology allows almost anyone a chance for success.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Eye Designs offers cutting-edge styles, exceptional service and personalized care. The fo-cus at Eye Designs is making sure the patient's prescrip-tion is filled accurately, the glasses fit and you are happy with your experience.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: Customer service is what Eye Designs holds dear. Product quality and selection, as well as prod-uct knowledge are also of the utmost importance. As an example of the kind of service Eye Designs likes to offer, one patient who couldn’t leave her home due to illness was thrilled to receive a personal house call.

SPECIAL PLANS: With the econ-omy being the way it is, Eye Designs understands and is working hard to maintain the core philosophy of a personal-ized relationship with its clien-tele and a sensitivity towards economic conditions reflected in current promotions. Eye Designs will be holding its Annual Oliver Peoples Trunk Show in the Spring.

Eye Designs of Armonk

STOREMANAGERS/OPTICIANSJaime Herman & Jill Magro

OPTICIAN: By AppointmentIN BUSINESS SINCE:

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GREATEST STRENGTHS: “We work hard to make sure ourcustomers feel like they are at home in a warm, friendly environment,” says Joe Quartararo. “We offer deli-cious menu items and you can count on consistent high quality to both your menu choices and the courteous service. We are also always happy to accommodate special requests.”

SPECIAL PLANS: “Right now, we are simply looking forward to the warm weather so we can open up our outdoor garden seating–which everybody loves!”

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Breezemont Day CampFor Children 3-13PROPRIETOR:

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SERVICES: Breezemont rests on 18 acres in Armonk, NY, complete with a natural spring-fed lake and Adirondack-style camp buildings and cabins, sports fields, pools, tennis, platform and basketball courts. Swim instruc-tion, sports, arts and crafts, archery, science and nature, to boating, canoeing, fishing, and more are offered. The Junior Camp, for ages 3 to Pre-kindergarten, offers an Abreezeiated program for 3 and 4 year olds. A “Club” in the Upper Camp affords Kindergarteners and older kids the opportunity to select activities of their choice.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Each individual group is supervised by a mature, responsible Group Leader who is with the group throughout the day’s activities, as are the other group counselors. Rapport and trust are established from the beginning.

SPECIAL PLANS: “Continue doing what we do best–offer each camper ‘the experience that lasts a lifetime’ in a safe, comfortable environment,” says JR.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Whether you are opting for fine or casual fare, the Kittle House is a gracious and welcoming choice for dining out. The entire staff takes pride in serving prima-rily locally grown and organically raised foods. In addition, over 5,000 wines are offered from Crabtree’s world renowned wine cellar, along with hand crafted beers and specialty liquors. Settle into the main dining room and enjoy a choice of pre fixe and a la carte menu items; casual dining can also be enjoyed any time in the warm, inviting Tap Room and bar. Additionally the Kittle House offers overnight accommodations in 13 guest rooms, which includes a continental breakfast. Private event rooms are available for two to 200 guests, specializing in wedding ceremonies and receptions, bar/ bat mitzvahs, business meetings and intimate social occasions. Party planning and off premise catering are available for parties of all sizes. GREATEST STRENGTHS: “I would consider that our tal-ented, dedicated personnel and staff with their inherent culture, hospitality, and community involvement are one of our greatest strengths,” states John Crabtree. CUSTOMER SERVICE STORY: Over the past 30 years, there have been countless stories of Crabtree’s great customer service and expertise. This is reflected by the many loyal

patrons and friends who return to the Kittle House with special memories and stories. Customers who have had their baby naming parties, sweet sixteen or bar/bat mitzvahs, and their weddings have subsequently brought their own children to dine at the Kittle House. “Our 30-year history at the Kittle House is like a quilt of wonder-ful memories and heart-warming stories shared with our friends and guests over the years.”

SPECIAL PLANS: “Yes, we are celebrating our 30th anniver-sary this entire year and each month we will have special events and celebrations. Please visit our website for more information.”

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M A G G I E M A E P U P R E P O R T E R

By Maggie Mae...with Ronni Diamondstein

Doggie Love“Nobody will ever love you as much as your dog does,” writes Jean Craighead George in her book, How to Talk to Your Dog. I have been thinking about that line since I interviewed her last year. What better month than February and the love issue of Inside Chappaqua to explore the way my canine friends and I express our love.

I’m always happy when my owner comes home. I wag my tail, run to her and then scurry to see what she has brought into the house. My friend Bear, a big Akita/Shepherd blend, howls to welcome his owners Dan and Sheila when they walk through front door. Coco and Jules, two mixed breed rescue dogs, jump on their owners Dave and Celine giving them lots of licks. “We follow them around the house because we want to be near them,” says Coco who also loves to cuddle with the family cats.

Another way I show my love to my owner is to curl up on her bed. I roll over so she can rub my belly. Coco and Jules love to nestle in bed with their own-ers too. “My favorite morning moment is to jump in the bed and snuggle,” says Coco. “And Jules loves to kiss his daddy's shiny bald head when he does his sit ups!”

The sofa is another place to show affection. I climb up with my owner, resting on her chest while she watches television or reads a book. I can feel her heart beating and I am sure she can feel mine. My friend Belle, a Chocolate Lab, nudges her owner Jen when she wants to lie down next to her. And on a cold winter night, Bruno, a Boxer, puts his paws up on his owner Carmine, hugging him till Bruno falls asleep in his arms.

Grooming is not my favorite activity, but it’s a special time for Alfie, an Old Eng-lish Sheepdog. He loves to be brushed by his owner Bill. “I just melt,” says Alfie. It’s a bonding experience for both.

I never know who I will see when I take walks. When I see Natalia and Melanie, two six year olds who live in my neighborhood, I always wiggle and wag my tail with happiness. I give them my kind of hug, nuzzling on their feet. One day I saw Riley, a year old American Stafford-shire Terrier. We were sniff-ing each other “hello,” when all of a sudden the girls came

running towards me. I was excited to see them, but Riley, who did not know them, barked. I had never heard him bark before so I knew he was protecting me–giving puppy love a new meaning!

When I’m feeling affectionate, I push my head under my owner’s hand, begging to be petted. She calls me a love bug and says, “Maggie, you’re my girl.” I love her no matter what she does, even if she annoys me–which she does from time to time. I protect her, I defend her and I will be a loyal friend, always. This talk of love makes me want to jump up on my owner’s lap, lean my head on her hands, and finish writing this story together. Contact Maggie Mae Pup Reporter [email protected]

Maggie Mae lives in Chappaqua with her adoring owner Ronni Diamondstein, who, when she isn’t walking Maggie is a freelance writer, PR consultant, award-winning photographer and a School Li-brary Media Specialist and teacher who has worked in the US and abroad. Photo of Maggie and her owner by Liza Margulies

Loyal companions, Jennifer Carpenito and her Chocolate Labrador Retriever Belle get cozy and comfortable together. photo © Ronni Diamondstein

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Four years ago, Julie came from Ohio to New York to attend The French Culinary School. After graduating, she worked for the famous chocolatier Jacques Torres. “Next, I browsed ads for my own bakery, found Beascakes, and realized I would not be returning to Ohio anytime soon!” Last year, Beas-cakes moved to a bigger location that allows Julie to take on larger projects and offer new products.The bakery prepares custom cakes, cupcakes, and cook-ies for any occasion; morning pastries, coffee cakes, fresh doughnuts every morning, daily soups, bagels, cookies, espresso, smoothies and frozen yogurt. GREATEST STRENGTHS: Fearlessness in the face of chal-lenge! “We make many custom one-of-a-kind cakes and cookies. Nothing pleases us more than to see your ideas come to life.” SPECIAL PLANS: After the move, the same Frozen Yogurt as Bloomies in plain and non-fat Chocolate were added. “We also want to add a freezer to be able to offer more flavors this summer.”

Sweeter Than HoneyBeascakes Bakery

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GREATEST STRENGTHS: Maturity, experience and a one-on-one approach–individually focused on your child’sneeds across a variety of subjects. The team’s Motto: “Teaching Students to Teach Themselves” States Allan Schneider: “Many students that begin in 8th or 9th grade with single subject tutoring are then provided multi subject support and test preparation rightup to (and occasionally) college. We can also share a litany of glowing references that are related to your specific needs.”

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SERVICES: At Chappaqua Friends Nursery School for2 ½ - 5 year olds, each child’s growth–social, emotional, physical, and intellectual–is recognized as unique. In its developmental, child-centered program, children dis-cover the joy of learning and the intersecting worlds of friendship, nature, self-expression and listening.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Daily routines of indoor and outdoor free-play, art, and group times for stories, conversations,and music provide a framework within which children can feel safe and secure as they explore new relationships, new materials, new feelings, and new ideas. “Quaker values of friendship, simplicity, peaceful resolution of conflict, and community infuse our program for children and families.”

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Keeping Plants and Trees HealthyProtects your InvestmentSERVICES: Westchester Tree Life is a tree care company providing tree maintenance, pruning and tree remov-als to help ensure the beauty, health and wellbeing of your valuable trees and shrubs. They’ll even provide plant healthcare by diagnosing and treating plant infestations and disease.

GREATEST STRENGTHS:Westchester Tree Life keeps crews in the know by providing ongoing training of tree main-tenance including the proper care, health and pruning of trees. A fully-insured company, they also maintain a focus on safety at work sites and give personal attention to each job.

SPECIAL PLANS: It’s important to plan ahead andWestchester Tree Life will be sending out Plant Health-care proposals in February for inspection and treat-ments throughout the growing season. It’s also time to begin thinking about tick spray programs and spring pruning.

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SERVICES: Funeral and cremation services and preplanning of funerals.

BACKGROUND: Bill Flooks, a New York State Licensed Funeral Director for over 30 Years, is also a second generation funeral director following in his father’s footsteps. He attended the American Academy McAl-lister Institute of Funeral Service where he received a degree in Mortuary Science, and purchased the Beecher Funeral Home in February of 2004.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “My ability to comfort and guidepeople through the funeral process during one of the most difficult times of their lives,” says Mr. Flooks. “Compassion and a true feeling for the people is essen-tial during these times,” he states. “We have helpedso many people through a very difficult time, and forthat, they are very grateful.”

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PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Unique wines from around the world. Specializing in wines from France, Italy, Spain and the US. “We deliver your wines as needed,” says Peter, who has owned Hilltop since 1989, “and will help with last minute entertaining ideas and requests.” GREATEST STRENGTHS: Staff gladly assists with choosing wines for special occasions, from an intimate dinner for two to a in-home wine tasting for hundreds! Hilltop’s Certified Sommelier, Anne Lun, trained making wine in the Alsace region of France and in New York’s Finger Lakes Region. Marianne Taylor of Chappaqua has been Hilltop’s manager for over 12 years. SPECIAL PLANS: Weekly wine tastings on Saturdays, 2-6 p.m. Hilltop will sponsor and provide wines for the 6th Annual Chappaqua Rotary Club's Wine Tasting

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G O T T A H A V E A R T S

British superstar George Michael sings “I gotta have faith.” If the crowds who gather at her gigs are any indica-tion, so do the fans of Justine Faith, owner of NightStar DJ and Karaoke. What she started on a whim has blossomed into a successful enter-tainment company for this resident of Pleasantville.

Justine didn’t set out on becoming a queen of karaoke. After studying Animal Science at Cornell, she hoped to become a veterinar-ian. William Congreve said: “music hath charms to soothe the savage beast…,” but taking care of animals was not to be. A love of singing, in-cluding a three-year stint with the All-City Chorus in Manhattan dur-ing high school, eventually brought her to a different career path.

Fifteen years ago, when just a regu-lar karaoke singer, a DJ asked her if she wanted to learn the ropes. So, she learned how to dj, what to say to the crowd and began a business of her own, starting with one show a week. When another bar asked her to do a karaoke show on the same night, she trained her own DJ, and thus, a karaoke empire was born. Today, between Justine and her stable of DJ’s, NightStar DJ and Karaoke now hosts 21 shows each week, not including weddings and parties.

Along with regular gigs in Westch-ester, Connecticut and the Bronx (her one night “off” is Monday), Justine also hosts a regular Thurs-day night show at the world-fa-mous Sylvia’s in Harlem. “The sing-

ers [there] will blow your mind,” she says.

When I interviewed Justine over the phone, I could hear in her voice the pride she took in her work, including the fact that she was the first African-American woman to own a karaoke company. She talked about how important the singers are to her and criticized DJs who steal time from patrons by sing-ing too often themselves, in spite of the fact that she is blessed with an amazing voice of her own. (Her mother played piano at Carnegie Hall and taught music and piano, and Justine was an accomplished piano player by age six.)

She stressed the value of encourag-ing her DJs to talk to everyone at the bar, even non-singers, who just come to enjoy a good show. “Any-one can press buttons; it’s about personalities,” she says. As a kara-oke DJ myself up in Albany, I was curious to see Justine in action, and fortunately found a chance to after visiting my daughter in New York City. She was returning to her long-running show at Thataway’s Café in Greenwich after a three month hiatus recovering from

surgery, and invited me to see her “live.”

I arrived to find Justine ordering a soda amidst a sea of her loyal fans. On a Sunday night, no less! Justine began the show and I was delighted I made the trip. The at-mosphere and the singers were fantastic and every-one was showing karaoke love. I even met a few of the karaoke hosts who work for her. It was clear that they all had Justine’s love for karaoke and her professional philosophy of giving the very best to the patrons. She wants

to “make it [the show] memorable so they will come back.” I ended up staying over two hours.

Karaoke’s not all fun and games. In addition to managing all the shows, Justine works hard at booking, preparing contracts, and publicity. “It’s a tough business and I have to work hard to hold onto shows,” she adds. After seeing one, it’s obvious that the effort is worthwhile.

The central theme which emerged during the interview was how important the people are. Justine wants to give them the very best and has been rewarded over the years by meeting many wonder-ful people. Since she began, at least eight couples married after meeting at karaoke. Justine dj’ed at their weddings too, expressing how honored she felt that she was chosen to entertain.

Locally, you can find Justine and her other hosts at Quaker Hill in Chappaqua, Lucy’s in Pleasantville, Opus in Armonk. For a complete listing of her shows, visit her website at www.nightstardj.com

Nightstar DJ and Karaoke Owner Justine Faith at the beginning of a show at Chappaqua’s Quaker Hill on January 8th. An ever loyal fan base and many area residents soon packed the popular local pub where the show, and all the enthusiastic singers, were still going strong at 2:30 a.m.

Gotta Have Faithby Michael Kohn

Flexible andTrained Staff at Play Care

SERVICES: Preschool, Baby Care, Lunch Care, ExtendedDay, Enrichment Programs

GREATEST STRENGTHS: Only Preschool in Chappaqua with a truly flexible schedule. Choose any combination of days: morning or afternoon. Music, Science, and Creative Move-ment classes offered in addition to general academics. Large shaded outdoor playground with new equipment. Convenient location and easy parking. Licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. All staff are CPR trained and an RN is on Staff.

SPECIAL PLANS: Early morning drop-off, additional afterhours enrichment classes such as art, science and cooking. Visits by a petting zoo, Ranger Rick, Maritime Aquarium, Fire Department, etc. Call with any questions. Registration is now in progress.

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SERVICES: In-home music lessons for all ages, levels and instruments. Instructors are all degreed profession-als working in the music industry. While not the traditional school, Andante ensures the school experience by holding an-nual contests, recitals, and master classes. This year, the practice contest winners en-joyed a show at Westchester Broadway Dinner Theatre. GREATESTS STRENGTHS: Andante Music caters to the needs of a busy lifestyle. Instead of having to drive to a location, then sit in a waiting room (or try to run errands in 30 minutes while your child takes a lesson--impossi-ble!), you and your child are both in the comfort of your own home, notes Alicia. “We have parents who get din-ner started or help brother or sister with homework all while the lesson is taking place.” SPECIAL PLANS: The Spring Recital is just around the corner, March 27th. Andante Music always appears at several street fairs throughout the summer, including Tarrytown Street Fair, Pleasantville Day, and Shadfest!

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Alicia MottIN BUSINESS SINCE: 2009www.andantemusicny.com


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GREATEST STRENGTHS: The award-winning instruc-tors who understand the importance of children’s physical development and design fun programs to help promote healthy bodies and build self-esteem. Also, the state-of –the-art gym-nastics complex provides

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SPECIAL PLANS: Come join us for home gymnasticsmeets. Check out our website for upcoming dates.

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When Mom, OMG, “Friends” YouBy Rick Reynolds

Look. We all know that, regardless of your age, your mother always knew more about you than was good for her health. But when my mother friended me six years after her death, I’m thinking, “Thanks a lot, Facebook!”

Upon awaking from that nightmare, I decided to stay off the social net-working site. It appears that Osama bin Laden, Bernie Madoff, and Rick Reynolds are the only holdouts left–in this world or beyond–who prefer their privacy.

If only there were a "mother" but-ton on Facebook, we would place her there. If you’re like most peo-ple, your shameful life dictates that you, instead, place Mom in a special alternate, clandestine area where one neither accepts nor declines; a kind of Facebook purgatory where she can believe you or her prying eyes. Of course, you can always decline the request –in polite company we call it, “ignore.” It's not that your mom isn't your friend. Indeed, she's so special a friend, she comes with her own spe-cial name: “MOTHER.”

But if your mother made it to the 21st century a decade after you did, you’ll need a protocol. After all, it’s not just mothers. Many fathers, uncles and grandfathers are married to moms, aunts and grandmothers–if not yours. And virtually all have received that gift that keeps on giving–social networking.

The main thing to remember, when Mom decides to friend you, is not to panic. Take a deep breath. Draw the air deep into your powerhouse. As I said, your mother already knows how weird you are—if not the details—even without Facebook. Now, all she wants to know about are your secret experiences. (BTW, your father hasn’t got a clue, unless your mother told him.)

While composing your Facebook status, decide if your profile is ap-

propriate. Look into a mirror and ask yourself if you have more than six pictures of yourself that would prevent you from landing a future job at FedEx. If you’re holding a glass in the picture, Photoshop milk into it. If you’re standing next to undesirable characters holding up birds without feathers, consider deleting them or rethink accepting your mother as a friend. However, you must always remember who’s footing the bill for your lavish lifestyle. And where your inheritance is coming from.

I’ve thought of starting a Facebook page, but with my paranoia, there wouldn’t be anything on it. I’d use an alias, post a picture taken 30 years ago, and retouch my beard. I’d have plenty of friends, but they’d soon get bored staring at a vacant page, much like they do when they read my maga-zine columns. I read recently about a software developer, Dana Hanna, who walked down the matrimonial aisle with cell phone in hand. After vows were exchanged, but before kissing the bride, Hanna took his cell

phone and updated his relationship status. Just when I was feeling ter-rible for the bride, I read she grabbed the phone from him so she could update hers.

It was then I knew a new mother was born; one who will eventually know more than is optimal for her health. The minister waited patiently for each to confirm the other’s new status, be-fore declaring them husband and wife.

Mark Twain once wrote, “I was dead for millions of years before I was born, and it didn’t inconvenience me in the slightest.” Well, Twain did ease my unease with mortality, but it will take more than Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg (Time magazine’s “Person of the Year’) to share my millions of sorry moments—despite knowing it would not inconvenience (or surprise) my mother in the slightest. Chappaqua alumnus and 35-year resident of Chappaqua, humorist Rick Reynolds resides in southern New Hampshire with his wife, daughter, and two dogs.

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