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Linda Kinch, MD joins MD TLC, world-renowned experts in aesthetic medicine, dedicated to providing personalized treatments and products to enhance your natural beauty. Located at 25 Walnut Street in Wellesley, MD TLC features state-of-the-art lasers and aesthetic procedures and an exciting new breakthrough treatment for acne, ACLEARA. All procedures are performed only by experienced physicians. Call 781.431.0002 to schedule your complimentary consultation and receive a special promotion (mention you saw us here). Visit www.mdtlc.com for more information.
Donna Scott, a sales associate in the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Wellesley office, was ranked among the nation’s top real estate professionals. Donna ranked No.142 on The Wall Street Journal/Real Trends top 250 list of sales professionals by sales volume, closing more than $47.7 million in sales in 2010. A longtime Wellesley resident, active in the community, Donna recently received Coldwell Banker’s most prestigious award, the International President’s Premier designation.
In recognition of outstanding achievement, Jonathan Penta, CRPC® has been promoted to Senior Vice President–Investments at UBS Financial Services, Inc. Backed by the broadest range of resources from within UBS and its third-party partners, as well as proprietary research tailored to the individual investor, Jonathan will continue to provide exceptional wealth management services to help clients reach their financial goals with confidence.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital has been ranked #16 in the Regional Hospital rankings in U.S. News Media & World Report’s 2011-12 “Best Hospitals” rankings, available online at www.usnews.com/besthospitals. The rankings, annually published by U.S. News for the past 22 years, are also featured in the U.S. News Best Hospitals guidebook. In addition, Newton-Wellesley was recognized as high-performing in Urology. For more information about Newton-Wellesley Hospital, call CareFinder at 866.NWH.DOCS (694.3627) or visit www.nwh.org.
Lisa Curlett Williams of Pinnacle Residential Properties is pleased to announce her personally professional blog featuring hot real estate topics for sellers and buyers, information on services and activities in the area, and “Just for Fun” thoughts. She has also recently kicked-off an email newsletter featuring real estate news and tidbits and much more. Please visit www.homesalesbylisa.com for all of the details.
Stephanie Morey of Avalon Fitness and Health is excited to announce the expansion of her personal training business to Wellesley and Weston. Stephanie’s clients can expect to increase core and overall body strength and focus on building heart health through exercise variation and taking on new challenges. For a free consultation, or to learn more about the individual and group programs Avalon Fitness and Health offers, call Stephanie at 508.843.2718, e-mail her at smorey6@gmail.com, or visit www.avalonfitnessandhealth.com.
Anna Maria Costa, a Wellesley resident, has joined Otis & Ahearn’s Newbury Street office as a Vice-President. A leader and innovator for 30 thirty years in the representation of Boston property, Otis & Ahearn has brought to the market such landmark residential condominiums as Trinity Place, The Belvedere, The Residences at the InterContinental, and The Residences at W Boston. Otis & Ahearn is the exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate in Boston. Visit www.annamariacosta.com.
Wellesley-based online retailer Kit Mitchell has launched a new Web site featuring best-selling Harris Tweed bags, Scottish and Welsh woolens, Breton sailor shirts, French enamel thermometers, pure linen kitchen accessories, Scottish-made, tartan-focused soy candles, and more. Kit Mitchell also offers interior design services to bring comfortable, updated country style to the home. For inspirational reading, Kit’s lifestyle commentary focuses on travel, design, food, and the arts. Visit www.kitmitchell.com.
Wellesley resident Victoria A. Budson, founder and Executive Director of Harvard Kennedy School’s Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP), has been elected to serve as Chairwoman of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. Budson was appointed to the Commission by Governor Deval Patrick last year. The Commission is an independent state agency that was legislatively created in 1998 to advance women of the Commonwealth to full equality in all areas of life and to promote their rights and opportunities.
Wellesley resident Marcie Behman of Merrill Lynch was recently recognized on Barron’s “America’s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors” list. Marcie has over 20 years of experience and specializes in wealth management for affluent families. She is a member of Circle of Excellence, one of Merrill Lynch’s highest recognition clubs, and her experience gained from managing public stock compensation plans has established her as an expert in concentrated stock strategies and the related wealth management needs of high net worth individuals.
Weston moms and board certified pediatric dentists Nadia Diab-Shamari and Reem Antun-Lago, and orthodontist Kenneth Webb will be celebrating the one year anniversary of their dental practice, Weston Pediatric Dental. The practice specializes in the dental and orthodontic treatment of all children from infancy through adolescence. The office is located in Weston Center at 450R Boston Post Road. New patients are always welcome. Please visit them at WestonPediatricDental.Com.
La Residencia Spa, a day spa dedicated to helping its clientele achieve physical, emotional, spiritual, and nutritional health, announced they were selected as a winner in Boston Magazine’s “Best of Boston” awards. Jane Aransky, owner of La Residencia Spa, attended the annual Best of Boston party at the Black Falcon Terminal where she accepted the award. La Residencia Spa is located at 336 Elliot Street in Newton Upper Falls. For more information, visit www.laresidenciaspa.com or call 617.244.2280.
The Wellesley Cotillion 2011 will take place Saturday evening, December 3rd at the Dorothy Quincy Suite in Boston’s Back Bay Events Center. Guests of honor at the formal dance are high school juniors and seniors who reside in Wellesley or attend Wellesley High School. Contributions large or small are greatly appreciated, the sole source of funds to cover expenses including invitations, facility rental, decorations, catering, music, insurance, security, and custodial services. To make a donation or obtain additional information, contact wellesleycotillion@gmail.com.
Women’s Business Network, part of the Wellesley Chamber of Commerce, is an organization that serves as a platform for business, professional, and entrepreneurial women interested in connecting to other businesses and developing a base in the broader community. With lots of fun activities throughout the year, it’s a great way to meet, collaborate, and support one another. For more information, contact Femina Ali at Femina@WellesleyDentalGroup.com.
Weston resident Rob Nahigian, FRICS, SIOR, CRE of Auburndale Realty in Newton, was nominated for the Massachusetts Association of Realtors as its “2011 Educator of the Year.” The Award is judged based on a variety of criteria including contributions to education programs, seminars, or courses; industry-related articles, columns or books that the nominee has written; activities which demonstrate dedication to educational pursuit and increasing real estate professionalism; and a demonstration of on-going commitment to the role of real estate educator.
For their 20th birthday, Elizabeth Renee Esthetics is introducing a special Red Carpet Treatment for those wanting youthful skin while avoiding invasive medical treatments. It combines three state-of-the-art modalities to create one incredibly effective treatment. The Red Carpet Treatment includes: a newly patented anti-aging masque based on stem cell therapy, Ultrasound Triple Exfoliation that is chemical-free and super-hydrating, and Skin Sculpting Micro-Current to help soften lines and firm the skin. For a complimentary skin evaluation, call 781.237.SKIN (7546).
First Commons Bank of Newton has opened its second branch office at 161 Linden Street in Wellesley. The new Newton-based bank began operations in July, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. Debby Chui is Vice President and Branch Manager in Wellesley and Brian Mann is Assistant Branch Manager. Together, the team has 33 years of banking experience and extensive knowledge of the local community. Visit www.firstcommonsbank.com for more information.
Wellesley architect and resident Jan Gleysteen AIA recently received two Gold Design Awards from the 2011 Dream Home Awards. His firm was awarded “Best Custom Home over 9,000 SF” for a private residence in Weston and “Best Exterior Makeover” for the renovation of a Needham colonial. The Dream Home Awards nationally recognize those who set new standards of excellence in the building industry. Call Jan Gleysteen Architects, Inc., at 781.431.0080, or visit www.jangleysteeninc.com (photo saved 2011)
OMEGA, the prestigious Swiss watch company, comes to Natick with the opening of the brand’s new flagship store at the Natick Collection. The 1950-square-foot OMEGA Boutique offers the brand’s entire product palette, including products which are only available at OMEGA flagship stores. The Natick store, as one of fourteen OMEGA boutiques to open in the United States in 2011, is a central component of the next phase of the brand’s retail growth.
Isabel Harvey, with its stylish jewelry, contemporary home goods, and hip handbags, has a new home. Located at 41 Central Street, in the heart of Wellesley Center, Isabel Harvey is a beautiful boutique that carries a wide range of accessories for you and your home. Check out the new location or visit www.isabelharvey.com. Mention WellesleyWeston Magazine and receive a FREE goody!
Graze of Vergennes, Vermont, has added Wellesley and Weston to its weekly delivery of farm fresh foods for breakfast, lunchbox, and dinner. Each Sunday, Graze brings fresh milk, pastured beef, cage-free chicken and eggs, artisanal cheeses, and more from family farms in the heart of Vermont to your front door. Recipe kits, chef-prepared meals, gluten-free, and vegetarian options are also available. There are no delivery or membership fees. Contact GRAZE at grazedelivered.com or 1.888.WEGRAZE.
Christie P. Hedges of Weston recently joined the Boston office of Modera Wealth Management, LLC as a Financial Analyst. In her role, she works with wealth managers in supporting client relationships, developing financial plans, and managing investment portfolios for clients. Hedges previously worked at Bank of Boston as Assistant Vice President of Middle Market Lending. Modera Wealth Management, LLC formed from the merger of two wealth management firms, Back Bay Financial Group, Inc. and Modera, Inc. in January 2011.
Plastic Surgeon William LoVerme, MD announces Exilis, a revolutionary machine for non-invasive fat reduction and skin tightening. Four quick, painless, affordable treatments can make a dramatic difference. Treat the face, neck, abdomen, bra rolls, arms, and other areas for firmer skin and circumferential reduction. Dr. LoVerme continues to perform facelifts and liposuction but believes this is a fast, easy, economical method to stay looking young and fit. Contact him at 781.263.0011 or www.BodyBoston.com.
Tony Coutlis, owner and operator of Aerobic Dog, is a premium pet care provider serving Wellesley and Weston families. Aerobic Dog has been established since 2004, specializing in play groups, pet and house sitting, dog walking, private in-home puppy training, and cat visits. Aerobic Dog is veterinary recommended, certified in Pet First Aid by the American Red Cross, a proud member of Pet Sitters International, and fully bonded and insured. Tony can be reached at 508.380.3380 or visit aerobicdog.com.
Kelly’s Property Services, whose name is well known to homeowners in Sudbury and Southboro, is now taking engagements in Wellesley and Weston for its “Managed Home Repair and Improvement Services:” a total home improvement solution. Kelly’s craftspeople help homeowners, their architects, and interior designers achieve top quality results, no matter how challenging the size or complexity of the assignment. Learn more at kellyspropertyservices.com.
Mary Wilson is now affiliated with Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. as a Real Estate Sales Associate. She joins them after a successful seven-year track record with Rutledge Properties where her focus was working with both sellers and buyers in the Wellesley marketplace.
Wellesley resident Tracy Cranley has opened Pine Straw at 466 Washington Street in Wellesley. Inspired by her passion for hosting and entertaining friends, the store will feature tabletop and home décor; and goods for daily living and gifting including women’s apparel, bags, jewelry, plenty of hostess gifts, and more. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm. For more information, call 781.235.1844 or visit www.pinestrawshopwellesley.com.
Dover Rug & Home, located on Route 9 in Natick and Route 53 in Hanover, is getting homeowners ready for holiday entertaining with select in-stock carpets available for 24- hour installation. Recently moved to a bigger and better location at 721 Worcester Street in Natick, the site formerly known as Fairway Bowling, Dover Rug & Home’s new showroom is more than twice the size of their previous location. Come and see what’s new at www.doverrug.com or call 508.651.3500.
Mary Beth Grimm has received the Prudential Town & Country Real Estate’s “Good Neighbor Award” for 2010. She received this award for her work with Wellesley Friendly Aid in December of 2010. Friendly Aid is an action-oriented charity and the town’s oldest nonprofit organization. A long time resident of Wellesley, Mary Beth has been a real estate agent with Prudential for the past ten years. To reach Mary Beth, call 781.760.7873 or visit Marybethgrimm.com.
S+H Construction is not only one of the Greater Boston area’s premier residential renovation and custom home building companies but they can also handle smaller jobs such as basement waterproofing. S+H Construction’s Sitework Division has a very effective process for the waterproofing and damp-proofing of existing basement spaces, including those that have just been expanded or renovated. Call 617.876.8286 to set up an appointment and visit www.shconstruction.com.
New Leaf flores, located at 601 Centre Street in Jamaica Plain, was recognized as “Best Florist” by Boston Magazine for the 2011 “Best of Boston” Awards. The magazine noted that New Leaf must “dream up otherworldly designs for their host of high-end clients, from the Boston Lyric Opera to L’Espalier. They also provide seasonal décor and stunning arrangements with unexpected textural elements for posh area homes.” For more information, visit www.newleafjp.com or call 617.522.1101.
Every holiday season, ten area garden clubs decorate the historic Wayside Inn in Sudbury. Clubs adopt one of 16 different rooms or spaces, designing each detail of the display and installing it to their exact specifications. Visitors are welcome to tour the rooms between lunch and dinner service (3:00 pm to 5:00 pm) or reserve a table in one of the many fireplaced dining rooms for a true colonial holiday experience. Call 978.443.1776 for more information.
The McGlynn, Clinton & Hall Insurance Agency is once again sponsoring its annual toy drive for Toys for Tots. Help us bring some joy to a child this holiday season by bringing a new, unwrapped toy to our office at 365 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, or call 978.807.2079 to arrange for a pickup.
Village Kids, located at 35A Lincoln Street in Newton Highlands recently celebrated its 25th year anniversary. Owned by longtime Newton residents Sara and Michael Haiminis, Village Kids is a staple of the Newton and surrounding communities as a clothing destination for infants through teens. The store carries an extensive selection of formal dress wear and the sales staff always offers personalized and knowledgeable service to all of their customers. For additional information call Sara or Michael at: 617.332.7654.
Judi Rizley is celebrating her three-year anniversary as the owner of Clementine, located at 445 Worcester Street in Wellesley. Judi, a Wellesley resident, is a master stylist and works with clients to create looks that enhance their figures and lifestyles. During the months of November and December, you are invited to bring in a few of your favorite clothing items, and Judi will work with you to update and compliment what you already have in your closet.
Babson College’s “Babson Rising” campaign has raised more than $200 million, making it the largest and most successful fundraising drive in the history of the College. With the help of two anonymous bequests totaling $58.7 million, Babson Rising has raised over $204 million to date, successfully exceeding its fundraising campaign goal nearly four months before the campaign’s scheduled closing date. President Len Schlesinger announced the campaign news and thanked donors at the annual “Back to Babson” homecoming and reunion festivities.
Thanda Zulu is glass beaded jewelry that is handmade by an income generation project of women in South Africa. These socially-conscious crafts not only benefit the Zulu women in this community, but they also help fund the Thanda After School Project in South Africa, which supports orphans of HIV/AIDS and other vulnerable children and was founded by former Wellesley resident Angela Larkan. Michelle Larkan runs Thanda Zulu from Wellesley and you can shop ThandaZulu.org to find meaningful gifts this holiday season.
Wellesley residents showed their support of climate change by attending the second annual Sustainability Expo tour and Moving Planet rally in Boston. An engaging collection of energy saving, farming, and other environmentally friendly vendors shared information with more than 150 residents who turned out for the exciting expo before jumping on their bikes to tour local homes and retail environments with valuable sustainable designs. The town of Wellesley is committed to lowering energy usage 10 percent by 2013.
Gustare Oils and Vinegars will open its newest tasting room in Wellesley at 90 Central Street. Enjoy a unique tasting experience by sampling imported extra virgin olive oils and traditionally aged balsamic vinegars from around the world. Gustare was created to offer our guests a ‘fresh and flavorful’ experience while shopping in Wellesley or when visiting Cape Cod. Team Gustare offer guests help in choosing fresh, flavorful, healthful selections to enhance their cooking creativity with family and friends. Visit www.gustareoliveoil.com.
Art in Giving, LLC is pleased to announce a new partnership with Galerie d’Orsay to add to its list of artists and galleries. Galerie d’Orsay (www.galerie-dorsay.com) has served as Boston’s premier resource for the finest of masterworks. Art in Giving promotes the fine arts to organizations and individuals to benefit pediatric cancer research and other health related initiatives. Art can be used as a gift to thank clients, honor board members, thank guest speakers and reward employees. Visit www.artingiving.com.
Nicole Ethier is celebrating her eighth year as the buyer for Lyn Evans Potpourri Designs. As buyer, Nicole spearheads the fashion direction in order to execute the vision of the company while constantly searching for new, exciting brands and products to introduce to customers. From her trips to New York and visits to major buying shows across the country, Nicole analyzes each season’s trends and interprets them in a way to make them accessible to the Lyn Evans shopper.
Suzanne Bates, executive coach and CEO of Bates Communications, announced the release of her third book, Discover Your CEO Brand (McGraw Hill) that outlines how leaders can embrace their own unique brand and harness its power for workplace success. Using examples and interviews from some of the country’s most recognized CEOs, Bates teaches readers how to identify and nurture their own leadership brand to improve their companies, create new business opportunities and forge meaningful connections.
Wendy Wheeler, a contemporary women’s clothing store, now has a third store at 365 Boston Post Road in Sudbury. Wendy Wheeler features a superb selection of jeans, cashmere sweaters, T-shirts, dresses, and accessories from brands like James Jeans, Michael Stars, Autumn Cashmere, and Linea Pelle. Visit one of their three locations in Sudbury, Weston, or Osterville for all of your holiday shopping needs.
Were you disappointed in the paintings you found offered when touring your favorite cities? On November 18, J. Todd Galleries will present “Painting the Towns” featuring over 40 new paintings of Boston, New York, London, Paris, Rome, Venice, and much more varying in size, style, and price range. The paintings are by Len Mizerek, Sam Vokey, Fritz Kubitz, Peter Rolfe, and others. Created in response to a growing interest in urban paintings, this show will run through December 23.
Team Bodies by Melody, organized and led by personal trainer Melody Tortosa, raised over $7,000 for the Vernon Cancer Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s second annual Hope Walks held on September 25th. Bodies by Melody included over 25 walkers whose fundraising dollars ranked second out of seventy teams. Lux Nails and Spa of Wellesley and The Monogram Cottage were major supporters of the team. Melody Tortosa and Trudi Riley own the Next Level Personal Training Studio on Crest Road in Wellesley.
The New Art Center in Newton offers one of the most extensive ranges of art classes in New England, with over 100 daytime and evening art classes per week for children, teens, and adult students of all levels, including painting, drawing, and ceramics. Register now for late-fall classes, workshops, events and concerts. Visit online to learn more and join the mailing list at www.NewArtCenter.org, or call 617.964.3424.
Lux Nails and Spa will be opening their third location in mid-November. The new spa will occupy the space formerly held by Scorby’s Camera on Great Plain Avenue in Needham. All locations offer a $25 manicure/pedicure combination on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. The Wellesley location is open on Sundays from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. For more information, call 781.239.9919.
David Varela is Complex Manager and Vice President Investments for Raymond James, and the office he opened for the financial services firm in the Wellesley Office Park in Wellesley Hills is celebrating its first year. A twenty-year industry veteran, Varela has opened five other offices for Raymond James throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. A Weston resident for ten years, Varela, a father of three, is also a founding member and board member of the Weston Dads Foundation.
Lexington Symphony’s educational program “Orchestrating Kids Through Classics™ (OKTC) is a one-hour dramatic concert designed to personalize and demystify the classical concert experience, and kids love it! OKTC is currently signing up schools for the 2011-2012 season. For additional information, visit www.lexingtonsymphony.org or call 781.523.9009.
Donna Fessler has joined Prudential Town and Country as Kathy Kelley’s Broker Assistant and Back Bay Specialist. Donna brings to the table her experience from her “Pre-Mom” real estate career along with tremendous enthusiasm. Considering a move to the city? Call 781.710.1035.
The Wellesley Holiday Boutique is open for its sixth season at 67 Central Street (next to CVS). This festive gift shop features handmade jewelry and gifts from local artisans as well as holiday decor, tabletop accessories, children’s items, and clothing. The Wellesley Holiday Boutique is open now through Christmas Eve Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and, beginning November 28th on Sundays from noon to 5:00 pm. Visit www.thewellesleyholidayboutique.com.
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In recognition of outstanding achievement, Jonathan Penta, CRPC® has been promoted to Senior Vice President–Investments at UBS Financial Services, Inc. Backed by the broadest range of resources from within UBS and its third-party partners, as well as proprietary research tailored to the individual investor, Jonathan will continue to provide exceptional wealth management services to help clients reach their financial goals with confidence.
Suzanne Bates, CEO of Bates Communications, Inc., headquartered in Wellesley, recently announced the addition of two new high-level positions to her nationally-recognized consulting firm. Joe Panepinto has been hired as Principal and New Business Director, and Dave Casullo has been named President of the company. Bates says the addition of more management-level staff will allow the firm to continue to help executives define their vision, galvanize people, and steer their organizations successfully through change.
More than 30 classrooms across Wellesley are participating in the Green Classroom Certification program created by the Wellesley Green Schools Council. Through creativity, teamwork, and earth-friendly initiatives, students are being empowered to become ecological citizens. The Wellesley Green Schools Council is proud to congratulate Wellesley Middle School’s Rebecca Blouwolff and David Jackson along with their homeroom students/Ambassadors for being the first to achieve bronze level certification.
The Monogrammed Cottage has moved to 31 Central Street in Wellesley Square. The store has expanded its inventory to include more great totes, cosmetic bags, pashminas, sweaters, and much more. Customers are welcome to bring in their own items to be monogrammed. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Roseanna Means, MD, Founder and President of Women of Means, presented a special gift to Kip Tiernan, the legendary champion for poor and homeless women and the founder of Rosie’s Place. This was witnessed by over 300 supporters who attended Women of Means 10th Anniversary Event, held at the Museum of Fine Arts last March. Also in attendance were First Lady Diane Patrick and Marie Turley, Executive Director of the Women’s Commission of the City of Boston.
Richard R. Miller, a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial, has been inducted into the company’s prestigious Hall of Fame where he is recognized as an exceptional professional who has reached the pinnacle of success in his career. Miller has established himself in the top echelon of the company’s advisor group and achieved recognition in the areas of financial planning, client service and professional commitment. Miller works at Miller, Allen & Associates, located at 60 Walnut Street in Wellesley.
William A. Seibel of Wellesley has been named an Outstanding Engineering Alumnus by the Penn State College of Engineering. He received the award during a ceremony at Penn State’s University Park campus in April. Established in 1966, the Outstanding Engineering Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed by the College of Engineering and recognizes graduates who have reached exceptional levels of professional achievement. Seibel is the founder and CEO of Mobiquity in Wellesley.
Hammond Residential REALTOR® and Weston resident Mary E. Roy volunteers in Brimfield and Monson and is raising funds for these tornado ravaged communities. The extensive Hammond network of agents and offices have generously contributed to the effort, and anyone wishing to make a tax-deductible donation may drop checks made out to the First Church of Monson and the First Church of Brimfield at Hammond offices in Weston, Wellesley, Chestnut Hill, Lexington, and Concord.
On Sunday, September 25th, the second annual HopeWalks will be held to benefit the Vernon Cancer Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Your participation will directly help cancer patients and their families through treatment and recovery. The 3.5 mile neighborhood walk will start and end at the hospital, and all ages are welcome. Walk as an individual, start a team, or join an existing team. Register today at www.nwh.org/hopewalks or contact Haillie MacNeill at 617.243-5915 or hopewalks@partners.org.
Wellesley resident and botanical artist Carrie Megan received an Honorable Mention for her drawing of Morel mushrooms, in The New York Botanical Garden and the American Society of Botanical Artists inaugural juried botanical art exhibition, “Green Currency, Plants in the Economy,” the first medal-awarding international exhibition in the United States. The American Society of Botanical Artists will be having its annual conference October 27th through October 29th at the Boston Marriott Newton. Visit www.asba-conf.org for more information.
First Commons Bank, N.A., of Newton, has announced the management team for its soon-to-open Wellesley branch office: Debby Chui will be Vice President and Branch Manager, and Brian Mann will be Assistant Branch Manager. The Wellesley branch is scheduled to open this summer at 161 Linden Street, in Linden Square. First Commons Bank opened for business on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.
Optical Designs is celebrating its one-year anniversary in its new Wellesley Center location. A family- owned business, Optical Designs has been serving the Needham, Wellesley, and Dover communities for over 30 years from its original Needham location and offers some of the hottest brands like Oliver Peoples, Mykita, Lindberg, Gucci and Tag Heuer. Stop in and explore 72 Central Street in Wellesley Center or call 781.239.9811.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts recently recognized Newton-Wellesley Hospital (NWH) with a Blue Distinction® Designation for demonstrating reliability in delivering spine surgery with better overall outcomes for patients. Also at Newton-Wellesley, the hospital’s medical oncology partner, New England Hematology/Oncology Associates (NEHOA), has become one of the first oncology practices in the nation to be recognized by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®) Certification Program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
| Hebrew SeniorLife, New England’s largest nonprofit provider of senior housing, health care, research, and teaching, announced that Katelyn Quynn has joined as Vice President of Development. Quynn has more than 24 years of development experience and was most recently the Deputy Chief Development Officer at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), where she secured key gifts from local, national and international donors, including the second largest gift in MGH history for $44 million.For the third year in a row, Robert Savage, M.D., a Wellesley resident, was selected as one of “America’s Top Surgeons” by the Consumer Research Council of America for 2011. Dr. Savage, whose main office is at 332 Washington Street in Wellesley, is in the private practice of plastic and cosmetic surgery and is an assistant clinical professor at Harvard Medical School. He was also recently chosen to receive the “2011 Boston Top Doctors and Dentists Award.” On Saturday evening, October 29, the Sisters of Charity – Halifax will host Octoberfest 2011 at Wellesley Country Club. The evening will feature specialty wines and beer, “classic” cocktails, delicious food, a great raffle and silent auction items, and exceptional jazz music. All proceeds will be earmarked for projects at Mount St. Vincent, Wellesley, home to Elizabeth Seton Residence, a skilled nursing facility; and Marillac Residence, a rest home and retirement community that is owned and operated by the Sisters of Charity.
Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty recently celebrated its grand opening of its newest office in Weston at 544 Boston Post Road. The official induction of the company’s most recent addition to its growing list of locations was open to the public and sponsored by several local firms including Kriss Law, Olympia Movers, Humboldt Movers and Boston Private Bank. A drawing was held for gift items donated by TROVE, Bloomingdale’s Men’s and Home Store, and the Palm Restaurant. Award-winning custom home builder Sterling Homes Development Corp. is pleased to announce the launch of Boston Builder Blog. Visit www.sterlinghomesdev.com/blog for expert advice on building or renovating a home, tips for home maintenance, information on green building, and more. Beginning in fall 2011, Babson College will offer a single MBA program (The Babson MBA) – with a curriculum based on Babson’s proven combination of deep functional business knowledge and their philosophy of Entrepreneurial Thought and Action® – that will be delivered four ways. The new Babson MBA program will be consistent across the 12-month, 24-month, evening, or blended onsite/online options. Students will take the same core courses with the same faculty and can choose from a common set of electives. Alexis Avila, Founder of Prepped & Polished, LLC, has been a private tutor to Wellesley and Weston families for over eleven years. Alexis was selected by the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization as a finalist for the Massachusetts Big of the Year Award. Alexis and his little brother Danielson have been matched since 2003. Specializing in tutoring and test preparation services, Alexis can be reached at alexis@preppedandpolished.com, or 781-753-9951. The Wellesley Players will present Little Women October 7-9 and October 14-16 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in Watertown. On January 20-22 and January 27-29, 2012, the Wellesley Players present The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife also at the Arsenal Center. And on March 16-18 and March 23-25, 2012, Oliver! Will be presented at the Sorenson Center for the Arts at Babson College. For tickets and showtimes, call 781.237.8114 or visit www.wellesleyplayers.org. The Reach for the Stars Auction Gala benefiting survivors of domestic violence will be held on October 27th from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the WGBH Studios, One Guest Street, Boston. The event will showcase ceramic plates designed by local and national celebrities, artists, and community leaders. Proceeds benefit REACH’s vital programs and services for survivors affected by domestic violence. To learn about sponsorship opportunities, contact Courtney Opalka at Courtney@reachma.org or 781.891.0724. AJ Rose Carpets & Flooring, with stores in Natick and Burlington, is proud to announce that they are the first dealer in the area to be featuring the brand new HGTV Flooring product line. The HGTV Home Flooring by Shaw line offers a unique selection of floor coverings including unique hardwood grains and patterns, area rugs, eco-friendly laminates, and a wide array of carpet colors. Call 508.652.0770 or 781.272.7600 and visit us online at www.ajrosecarpets.com. The Wellesley Free Library is excited to announce that its first Wellesley Reads Together program will take place from October 1 to November 13, 2011. Wellesley Reads Together is a town wide program in which all ages participate by reading and discussing the same books and participating in community events related to the books. Wellesley Reads Together is part of the Wellesley Celebrates Education initiative to celebrate the opening of the new Wellesley High School in February 2012. Noble and Greenough School, located in Dedham, invites you to attend an Admission Open House for prospective students and their families on Saturday, October 15th from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. Panel discussions include the process of applying to an independent school, Nobles’ academic life, community service programs, a question and answer session with the Head of School, and the chance to observe some labs in the Science Building. For more WellesleyWeston Magazine writer Liz Suneby’s latest book, The Mitzvah Project Book: Making Mitzvah Part of Your Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Your Life, was published in August. It is packed with ideas to help kids connect something they love to a service project they can be passionate about. Real stories from kids across the country, project ideas, and a planning guide help young teens make the world a better place. Available on Amazon & bn.com. The New York Times calls it the “anti-status” bag and The Studio in Brookline is thrilled to be selling this fabulous tongue-in-cheek rendition of the famous Hermes Birken Bag for only $40.00. The Studio will donate $10 to The Dana Farber Center for Women’s Cancer for each bag sold. Visit info@studio233.com. Wellesley Bank was honored with a Special Recognition Award for its community service at the May 22nd Wellesley Veterans Parade. Since opening in 1911, the Bank has operated for the benefit of its depositors, borrowers, and the communities it serves. The Bank maintains an unparalleled personal service philosophy developed over many years of satisfying customers. Wellesley Bank looks forward to its next 100 years in the community where it has always had its roots. Visit www.wellesleybank.com. Swedish Blue at 292 main has opened a design studio & boutique in Hingham specializing in unique and unusual furnishings for the home: Swedish reproductions featuring the Country Swedish line from New York that’s being shown in the Boston area now for the first time; French reproductions; children’s furnishings; interesting fabrics and wallcoverings; and a specialty line of linen and leather wrapped furniture. Visit Swedish Blue at 292 Main Street in Hingham. Call 617.750.8218 for store hours. With the addition of Chris Overbye as a Senior Partner, Hunnewell Education Group is now offering full-service, educational consulting services for students considering day and boarding school placement as well as college and university placement. Chris has a wealth of experience having served as Director of Admissions at Indian Mountain School, Lawrence Academy, and Dexter and Southfield Schools. Hunnewell Education Group has offices in downtown Boston and in South Natick. For more information, contact www.Hunnewelled.com. Encore Construction, a leading remodeler and homebuilder in the Cape Cod and Metrowest regions, recently announced that the company has been awarded a 2011 Guildmaster Award for exceptional customer satisfaction. Encore Construction was one of 163 homebuilders, remodelers, developers, and contractors throughout North America recognized for their superlative performance. The Color Studio, located at 55 Washington Street in Wellesley, brings “Peace” to America by bringing Peace and Caretrico Hair products to its recently renovated salon. Produced by Japan’s Arimino Company, the products employ natural ingredients with nutritive and reparative properties that deliver exceptionally well-treated hair. Arimino’s Hair Care lines include shampoos, treatments, and nourishing styling products. All products are beautifully packaged, displaying a sleek functional Call 781.235.0336 for an appointment and visit www.thecolorstudio.com. Anderson’s Jewelers is celebrating its 64th year in Wellesley. The family would like to extend their thanks to the community for the support they have received for their brother Kurt who suffered a stroke this past year. Please be sure to stop by Anderson’s at 21 Grove Street and take a look at their new selection of giftware and jewelry this fall. The Wellesley Chamber of Commerce invites the community to attend its sixth annual Shop Wellesley First Silent Auction, a showcase of premier Wellesley goods, services, and sports tickets on Saturday, November 19th from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Babson Executive Conference Center. Get a jump on your holiday shopping while supporting local merchants and businesses. This event is part of the Wellesley Celebrates Education festivities, a year-long series of events focusing on education in Wellesley. Visit www.wellesleycelebrateseducation.org. Dover Rug & Home, offering the largest selection of fine floor coverings and window treatments in New England, will be moving to a new location at 721 Worcester Street in Natick in early fall. Taking over the former site of Fairway Bowling, this elaborate new facility will be more than double the size of the existing showroom and will provide homeowners and design professionals with a more enjoyable home shopping experience. For more information, visit www.doverrug.com or call 508.651.3500. Wellesley’s J. Todd Galleries is offering “Art Opinion Days” on September 28th and October 5th. If you have an oil painting, watercolor, or print that you are curious about, call J. Todd Galleries for a free professional opinion on questions like: Is it an original or a reproduction? Might it be valuable? Should it be professionally appraised? Insured? Restored? Gallery owner Bob Totaro will give you his verbal opinion. One piece per family. Call 781.237.3434 for an appointment. Martin E. Kalisker, broker/owner and president of WEICHERT, REALTORS® – Synergy in Wellesley Hills, was elected to the office of President of the Weichert® Northern New England Broker Council for 2011 and 2012, representing affiliates in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine and Rhode Island. Kalisker served as vice-president and treasurer of the former “New England” Council and was set as president-elect for 2012. He can be reached at WEICHERT, REALTORS® – Synergy, 378 Washington Street in Wellesley Hills, 781.237.3102. The Natick VNA hosted Fresh Taste on June 16th at Elm Bank in Wellesley. Some of the area’s most talented chefs served signature dishes using fresh ingredients to 300 guests. Proceeds support home health care to people in more than 25 towns throughout MetroWest, regardless of their ability to pay. Lucas Irrigation Co. Inc. of Weston is pleased to announce the acquisition of Waverly Landscape Irrigation Division of Belmont. According to the company’s President, Mark Lucas, this acquisition allows Lucas Irrigation to become one of Metro-West’s largest irrigation providers and the only local company to be certified in all facets of water irrigation. Lucas Irrigation is offering Wellesley and Weston residents a free lawn care and water audit. Call 781.647.1209 for an appointment and visit www.lucasirrigation.com. Bonsoir Fine Linens is celebrating its 15th anniversary in their beautiful new store located in Linden Square at 200 Linden Street, between Sara Campbell and Magic Beans, and some wonderful new bed, bath and dining table selections are now being offered. The store features five well-dressed display beds, an expanded table display, towel and bath area, a down basics display, and, as always, lovely lotions and hostess gifts. Come in and treat yourself to a new tablescape, plush new towels, or new sheets for the perfect night’s rest. Get Styled by Lulu, a Wayland based online designer consignment boutique, has collaborated with the Victim Rights Law Center (VRLC). VRLC is a non-profit law firm providing legal representation to female victims of sexual assault. Get Styled by Lulu is accepting designer consignment to be sold with a portion of proceeds donated to the VRLC. For additional information, please visit www.getstyledbylulu.com. Beauty and Main is excited to welcome Page Hamilton as Store Manager. Page more than 20 years of expertise working with some of the biggest and best brands available. With all of the new summer collections currently on display, it’s the perfect time to come stop by, meet Page, and get gorgeous for the warm weather. Bonhams, the international fine art auction house, has appointed Amy Corcoran as the company’s representative for the American Northeast, based in the Stuart Swan Building in Wellesley Square. Corcoran is a business development professional with twenty-plus years of experience in the marketing, sale, and management of art and estate collections. Founded in 1793, Bonham’s is recognized worldwide as a premier auction house and is committed to building its auction business in the United States. Boston Breast Diagnostic Center (BBDC) is thrilled to have recently celebrated their one-year anniversary at their Wellesley Hills location. The center, led by nationally recognized Diagnostic Breast Radiologist, Elsie Levin, M.D., has enjoyed providing breast health care for women from all over New England. In addition to mammograms, the center offers ultrasound technology, state-of-the-art breast MRI using the Aurora® Dedicated Breast MRI System, and biopsy capabilities. Women have enjoyed getting same-day results on all breast imaging procedures. Absolutely Pawsitive is celebrating its eighth year of providing Wellesley and Weston dog owners with the very best in day care, dog walking, play groups, and training. Call 235-PAWS (7297) for more information. Also watch for the grand opening of Barking Garden in September featuring a doggy boutique, gifts for pets and the garden, a doggie wash, “yappy” hour, Humane Society of the United States youth programs, training classes, and more. Barking Garden will be located at 323 Oakland Street. Call 781.453.7387 for more details. North Hill has unveiled four new model apartments with finishes and furnishings that are completely in line with today’s active lifestyle. Open and airy, these designs are functional and cheerful and are available for viewing. Located in Needham on a forested, 59-acre campus with views of the Boston skyline, North Hill is a wonderful place to live for people age 65 or better.
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Inbox Summer 2011
As part of its Centennial, Wellesley Bank President and CEO Tom Fontaine presented checks of $5,000 each to the Wellesley Scholarship Foundation and the Wellesley Education Foundation. Serving Wellesley for 100 years, Wellesley Bank has branches at 40 Central Street and 197 Linden Street. Call 781.235.2550 or visit www.wellesleybank.com.
S+H Construction, Inc. of Cambridge, Massachusetts, one of the greater Boston area’s premier residential renovation and custom home building companies, was recognized for “Best Transitional Contractor,” which is a timeless mix of contemporary and traditional, by the 2011 Best of Boston Home Awards. S + H Construction specializes in residential and historic renovations, custom home building, renewable energy, landscaping, and site work. Call 617.876.8286 or visit www.shconstruction.com.
Wellesley resident and bridal and formal wear designer Anna Nieman recently celebrated the grand opening of her bridal salon located at 1685 Beacon Street in Brookline.Miss Massachusetts Loren Galler Rabinowitz cut the ribbon to officially open the salon. Anna Nieman specializes in custom-couture bridal and evening gowns and alterations. Visit the salon and view Anna Nieman’s Bridal Collection 2011. Call 617.608.3164 to schedule an appointment and visit www.annaniemanbridal.com.
Skelly Insurance Agency has recently merged with Wellesley’s Deland, Gibson Insurance Associates. Wellesley resident Tom Skelly has joined the agency as Vice President of Sales and Operations, and he brings more than 29 years experience in the property and casualty insurance industry to the agency. It has been a landmark year for Deland, Gibson, with the agency celebrating its 110th anniversary and 25 years of sponsoring the Wellesley Townsman’s “Athlete of the Week.”
The Massachusetts Horticultural Society announced that it has named Katherine K. Macdonald as the organization’s new executive director. Ms. Macdonald brings a wealth of experience to her new position, including both public company and not-for-profit management experience. Founded in 1829 and headquartered at the historic Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley and Dover, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society is dedicated to encouraging the science and practice of horticulture and developing the public’s enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of plants and the environment. Visit www.masshort.org.
Fore ver Young in Wellesley is the first laser and skin care center in Massachusetts to offer Exilis, a procedure that uses radio frequency to treat fat and tighten skin on the body and face. It uses an advanced Energy Flow Control System (EFC) which heats and melts fat and remodels the collagen under the skin safely and efficiently. The process is non-invasive with no down time. Call 781.974.9284 to schedule an appointment.
Building upon her success in winning a 2009 “Silver Award” in recognition for her outstanding performance at Rutledge Properties, Wellesley resident Mary Shea Wilson recently received a 2010 “Gold Award” to recognize an even better year. Mary’s clients recommend her due to her knowledge of the Wellesley and Weston marketplace and her superior client service. Mary can be reached at 781.956.5016 or marysheawilson@aol.com.
Six Provider Insurance employees recently volunteered at the Greater Boston Food Bank and worked on special projects including the BackPack program and The Brown Bag program. The BackPack program was designed knowing that a hungry child is not going to learn and thrive. Provider Insurance employees stuffed 550 bags that were distributed to children in select schools who are at-risk of going hungry over a weekend or holiday. The Brown Bag program provides supplemental groceries to seniors and families with children.
Dover Rug & Home, located on Route 9 in Natick and Route 53 in Hanover, was named “Best of Boston Home 2011” in the “transitional” design category. Boston Home sought the opinion of a cadre of industry building and design experts in selecting Dover Rug and noted, “Dover’s selection of rugs alone puts the shop on par with Boston’s finest carpet retailers; customer service brings it a notch above.” For more information, visit www.doverrug.com or call 508.651.3500.
Diet Coke hosted a “Capture the Flag” game to raise awareness and funds for heart health programs in Boston. Two teams of Northeastern University students competed to raise funds for Brigham & Women’s Hospital and Boston Medical Center. After a best of seven competition, Diet Coke presented a check to each organization, $10,000 to Brigham & Women’s Hospital and to $5,000 to Boston Medical Center. Dr. JoAnne Foody of Weston represented Brigham & Women’s Hospital at the event.
Style by Dependable, a newly launched luxury garment care and concierge dry cleaning service by Dependable Cleaners, is now available in Wellesley. Style will bring Wellesley residents state-of-the-art cleaning services, innovative garment care, and exceptional customer services similar to those found in fashion hubs like New York, Miami and Los Angeles. Style services are available via Dependable Cleaners pick-up and home delivery routes. Wellesley residents can set up a delivery account by calling 617.770.9222.
Sonia Hale, an award-winning Wellesley artist who specializes in family and official heirloom-quality portraiture, has been selected to have three of her paintings published in a featured spread in the Best of Worldwide Portrait & Figurative Artists, Volume One. Only 92 worldwide artists were juried into the two-volume set. Sonia studied with the famed artist Everett Raymond Kinstler, the painter of six U.S. Presidents. For more information, visit www.soniahale.com or soniahale1@gmail.com.
On June, 16th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, the Natick VNA will present its fifth annual “A Fresh Taste” event at Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, featuring the area’s most talented and sought-after chefs.. Tickets are $50 per person with all event proceeds benefiting the Natick Visiting Nurse Association, a not-for-profit home health care agency headquartered in Natick and serving surrounding towns. For more information or to reserve tickets contact Patsy Rossetti at 508.653.3081, extension 1251 or e-mail prossetti@natickvna.org.
Art in Giving LLC (www.artingiving.com), a corporate reward and recognition company, is celebrating its second anniversary. Wellesley Bank, Pinnacle Residential, Gibson Sotheby’s International, and Danversbank are among the company’s new clients who use Art in Giving’s services to honor board members, thank new home buyers, and reward employees with artwork chosen from several galleries and studios. Fifty percent of proceeds fund pediatric cancer research selected by a national scientific advisory board and the Rachel Molly Markoff Foundation.
The Landing, a premier dual diagnosis residential treatment program, has just opened at McLean Hospital. The program is for adolescents and young adults through age 19 who are struggling with co-occurring substance use disorder and psychiatric illness such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. A full range of services are offered including assessment and consultation, individual therapy, group therapy, skills training, education, psychopharmacology, and family therapy. To learn more please visit www.mcleanlanding.org or call 877.412.3445.
Susan Simon, founder of Admissions Advantage, a ten-year-old college consulting business, has recently launched Weston Tutor Collaborative in Weston Center. Tutors on staff act as academic coaches supporting middle school and high school students in math, science, reading, writing, history, and foreign language. Tutors also prepare students for SAT, ACT, ISEE, and AP tests. Tutors at the new tutoring venture have graduated from top universities, have teaching backgrounds, and are enthusiastic about supporting students throughout their academic careers.
Local resident and designer, Katie Rosenfeld of Katie Rosenfeld Design in Weston, has launched a daily blog, www.boglestreet.com, tackling real-life design issues ranging from color trends, product suggestions, and virtual room concept schemes to basic tricks of the trade and everything in between. Katie is available for project work or consultation and can be reached at 339.222.9964 or www.katierosenfeldesign.com.
MAGIC 106.7/WMJX-FM was named AC “Station of the Year” at the 2010 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Marconi Awards. Wellesley resident and MAGIC General Manager Don Kelley received the award. The NAB Marconi Radio Awards were established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi. These prestigious awards recognize stations and individuals for their excellence and performance. Finalists were selected by a task force of broadcast professionals and voted on by the NAB Marconi Radio Awards Selection Academy.
The Harvest Group of UBS Financial Services in Wellesley joined the fight against breast cancer as the exclusive Pink Ribbon Sponsor of the Ellie Fund’s 15th Annual Oscar Night Gala, the only Academy Awards party in Massachusetts that is officially sanctioned by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. More than 350 guests attended and raised nearly $200,000 for the Needham-based breast cancer foundation that provides free household support for local families.
B.I.G. (Believe, Inspire, Grow) is a women’s support, education and networking organization that embraces women’s desire to connect with each other. B.I.G strives to facilitate safe and supportive environments to further members’ business dreams and goals with pod meetings that offer face-to-face interaction. Each meeting focuses on a business topic with time set aside for networking as well. B.I.G. is in five states with over 650 members. Sue Zimmerman and Marianne Smith are the Co-POD leaders for Wellesley.
Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. recently celebrated the opening of their Weston office. Guests enjoyed wine, sushi and other delectable appetizers from Off Center in Weston. Each guest was treated to an autographed copy of former Town Crier reporter Laura Spinella’s new book, Beautiful Disaster.
Gardens by the Yard of Wayland has expanded its services to include sustainable soil and plant maintenance practices, using organic products. Celebrating seven years in business, the company is a woman-owned landscape and garden design, installation, and maintenance firm servicing the MetroWest that has built its success on personalized service and innovative, informed landscape designs which are sensitive to clients’ living style and budget. Visit www.gardensbytheyard.com or call 508.561.4303 for a consultation.
Susan Dearborn Interiors Inc., who moved last year from Wellesley to a historic building in South Natick, has received recognition from the Boston Better Business Bureau. The Certificate of Achievement recognized 19 years of a commitment to reliability, credibility, ethics and promoting trust in the market place. Susan Dearborn Interiors, Inc. is now located at 6 Pleasant Street South in Natick. Call 508.653.9800 or visit www.dearborndesign.com.
Under the direction of Marc Kaplan, the work of Sanford Custom Builders was exhibited at the April 2011 Residential Design and Construction (RDC) Show held at the World Trade Center. RDC is the Northeast’s premier residential and building industry event and this year’s theme was: “Rebuild your practice, rebuild your industry.” Sanford Custom Builders is an award-winning builder specializing in custom-built new homes and renovations.
Body In Motion is in full swing at Linden Square and is introducing a new one-hour-long, all-in-one workout called BarSculpt™. The Studio now offers monthly memberships with unlimited BarSculpt™ classes. For more information, visit www.wellesleybodyinmotion.com.
The Newton-Wellesley Hospital annual Golf & Tennis Tournament will be held at Wellesley Country Club on Monday, September 12, 2011. The event benefits the unrestricted NWH Annual Fund, which directly supports the hospital’s operating budget. These funds are used for such expenses as the purchase of new equipment and technology, new/expanded patient services, and continuing clinical education. Anyone interested in participating or sponsoring should contact Marcy Busch at 617.243.6712 or mbusch1@partners.org or visit www.nwh.org/golf.
This summer Weston Drama Workshop celebrates its 49th anniversary. Participants entering grade six through age 23 will present Oklahoma, Bye Bye Birdie, Tommy, and Wiley and the Hairy Man. Registrations are in progress. Auditions will be in May, rehearsals begin in mid- June, and performances will begin in mid-July. Rehearsals and performances will be at Regis College Fine Arts Center, Weston. For more information, contact Sue Ryan at 781.893.1896 or westondramaworkshop49@gmail.com or visit www.westondramaworkshop.org.
Jo Kaplan Lee and David Lee, owners of Allegro Photography, recently moved their boutique photography studio to Wellesley. Allegro Photography is recognized for creating distinctive portraits that capture the personalities and relationships within families. A full service studio, they provide custom personal art for your home. For Portraits Redefined, call 888.566.3284 or visit www.AllegroPhotography.com.
Kathy Kelley was recently awarded recognition in Prudential’s Chairman’s Circle for her 2010 sales achievements. Kathy again places in the top two percent of Prudential agents nationwide, was Prudential Town and Country’s Top Producer for 2010, and is the recipient of the coveted Prudential “Legend Award” for “Persistence, Expertise and Consistency.” Prudential Town and Country is independently owned and operated by Wellesley residents Gail and Gary Lockberg since 1999.
Save the date! It’s time to sponsor and register for the Chamber Golf Open at the Wellesley Country Club on July 25. All golfers are welcome to enjoy this beautiful course, which last year celebrated its 100th year, as well as hosting the 2010 Mass Open. Players do not have to be chamber or club members. For more information, call 781.235.2446, e-mail sconlon@wellesleychamber.org, or visit www.wellesleychamber.org.
Babson College’s maple trees are producing maple syrup through an effort of Lisa MacDonald, Director of Residential Living, and her husband, Babson Evening MBA student Trevor MacDonald, a Vermont native. The sap first began to run on March 5th and continued through the end of the month. The couple shared the syrup with College staff, faculty, and students. Lisa and her husband sugar each year in Vermont and have their own sugaring supplies.
On Sunday, September 25, 2011, the second annual HopeWalks will be held to benefit the Vernon Cancer Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The 3.5 mile route will start and end at the hospital, and all ages are welcome. Walk as an individual, start a team, or join an existing team. Online registration at www.nwh.org/hopewalks will be available in late May. Join us to send a STRONG message of HOPE! For more information, contact Haillie MacNeill at 617.243.5491 or hopewalks@partners.org.
Kris Kolligian, owner of Precision Built, LLC in Dover, spent time in Haiti this winter volunteering his skills to rebuild homes and businesses in an effort to help build local awareness about Haiti’s condition. See www.precisionblt.com for more details about his trip. Precision built is “Building Excellence into every home” and has expanded its offices on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard to include Dover.
Mortgage Equity Partners has opened its third sales office in Massachusetts at 1026 Main Street in Winchester. The company also hired Paul Godbout as sales manager for the New Hampshire and Maine markets; the office will be opening there in the second quarter of this year. The company has grown to more than 30 employees since opening two and a half years ago. Weston resident Craig Tanny is a managing partner and executive Vice President.
Angelbare offers a free service to children with hair loss due to alopecia, cancer, or other injuries. Micro-pigmentation is a safe and comfortable technique that recreates the appearance of individual hairs by applying pigment for lasting color that won’t wash off. “When our nine-year-old son was diagnosed with alopecia, we found Angelbare,” said one parent. “We are impressed with how natural his eyebrows look. Eric loves his new eyebrows, and we are very pleased with our choice.”
Lux Nails and Spa has recently opened at 555 Washington Street in Wellesley. The salon features a waiting area equipped with computers so customers can check e-mail or work while they wait and enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Store manager Khiem Nguyen says that Lux decided to expand their business by opening another salon in Wellesley (the first is in Duxbury). A signature feature is the open manicure bar with built-in nail dryers at each station.
The Tooth Fairy is coming to town! Join the Tooth Fairy and Wellesley Dental Group during Wellesley’s Wonderful Weekend festivities. The team of doctors and staff look forward to seeing the friendly and familiar faces of the community, along with providing free tooth brushes to all during the parade and picnic on Sunday, May 22, 2011.
Lori Meagher, principal of LRM Consulting in Weston, is pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative, LRM Learning, dedicated to providing state-of-the-art training initiatives for client workforce development including coaching, mentoring, and employee assessment. Based on diverse innovative content and utilizing flexible delivery techniques, LRM Learning provides standard, tailored, or purpose-built offerings for virtually every industry, every size client, and every type of workforce population. For more information, visit www.lrmlearning.com, e-mail info@lrmlearning.com, or call 781.893.7724.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital has officially cut the ribbon on its state-of-the-art Shipley Medical Simulation Center. Located on the Hospital campus, it will play an integral role in training clinical staff members to respond to a number of critical situations that arise in the hospital setting. The Simulation Center is comprised of mock clinical settings made to replicate the same environment that clinicians practice in at the Hospital and was made possible through a generous donation from the Shipley family.
North Hill is delighted to announce the unveiling of its new art gallery. Located just off the main lobby, adjacent to the Library and newly renovated bistro space, the Gallery offers a permanent collection of paintings and sculpture, as well as rotating exhibit space. The premier guest artist is local Photographer Andy Caulfield whose brilliant work has garnered gasps of delight and praise from those who have paused to view it. If you’d like to see Andy’s work yourself, please call 877-736-4371.
Matthew Pinto has joined the staff at The Color Studio in Wellesley. A professional hair color specialist for the past twenty years and most recently the technical director for Organic Color Systems, his specialty is using healthier, greener hair coloring products that show a greater level of respect for the hair, his clients, and the environment. The Color Studio has also introduced Keragreen, a healthier straightening and smoothing treatment as an addition to its organic color line.
Inbox Spring 2011
The Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents (MAIA) announced that the Corcoran & Havlin Insurance Group, with offices in Wellesley and Medfield, was recently re-certified as a Five Star Insurance Agency. The Five Star Award of Distinction is awarded by MAIA – the largest state or regional independent agents association in the country – to an independent insurance agency that successfully completes a “fitness review” that examines 17 elements of insurance agency performance.
Patients needing emergency care at Newton-Wellesley Hospital now have an easy way to find out how long the emergency room wait is before they actually get there. The Hospital is introducing three new innovative tools for its patients: an Emergency Room wait time display on the Newton-Wellesley Web site, a Hospital iPhone application available on iTunes for download, and a mobile version of the Web site available for many smartphones. For more information, visit www.nwh.org.
Gail Lockberg, owner of Prudential Town and Country Real Estate, served as a Muscular Dystrophy Association “Jailbird” to raise money for those affected by the neuromuscular disease. Thanks to many generous people, Gail successfully made “bail” by reaching and exceeding her goal of $1,600. Visit mda.org for information on how you can help make a difference to people around the country and in your community.
The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) has recognized Newton-Wellesley Hospital as one of 26 ACS NSQIP participating hospitals in the United States that have achieved exemplary outcomes for surgical patient care. As a participant in ACS NSQIP, Newton-Wellesley Hospital is required to track the outcomes of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and collect data that directs patient safety and the quality of surgical care improvements. For more information, visit www.nwh.org.
Tom Fontaine, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wellesley Bank, is proud to partner with Art in Giving LLC through the purchase of two original works of fine art. Fruits of Hope is the watercolor painting selected for the Linden Branch location. The artist is Eliane Markoff, a Wellesley resident who founded Art in Giving, a company that promotes the fine arts to raise funds for pediatric cancer research.
Stepping Stone Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine is a full service acupuncture clinic serving Wellesley and surrounding communities. Located in the Wellesley Sports Medicine suite in Linden Square, the clinic welcomes patients by appointment Monday through Thursday between 1:00 and 8:00 pm. Stepping Stone offers acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, nutritional and lifestyle advising, electroacupuncture, cupping, tui na (massage), gwa sha, noninsertive acupressure, and auriculotherapy (ear acupuncture). To schedule an appointment, call 781.898.4983 or visit www.steppingstoneacu.com.
For the fifth consecutive year, the Wellesley Kiwanis Club and the Wellesley Toy and Gift Shop made a large donation of toys for the pediatric patients at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The toys were made possible by the Doug Garron Toy Fund, established in 2002 by the Kiwanis Club to honor Doug’s contributions to the club. The owners of the Wellesley Toy and Gift Shop on Central Street matched the Kiwanis Club’s contribution, doubling the number of toys the hospital received.
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, a multi-specialty physician practice with practices across eastern Massachusetts and an affiliate of Atrius Health, is pleased to announce that its Wellesley practice has been named to the annual Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Honor Roll for excellence in adult and pediatric patient care. The Honor Roll highlights adult and pediatric physician groups that have achieved exceptional results in their approach to disease prevention and the treatment of chronic illness.
Following a twenty year career as a real estate investor, Eric Morse has joined Mary Crane (www.MaryCraneProperties.com) at Century 21 Commonwealth (www.CommonMoves.com) as a salesperson in the Dover office which serves all of the surrounding communities. “Having bought and sold property in Wellesley, Weston, Needham, and Boston, I’ve worked with many real estate agents, none of whose work ethic, market knowledge, and resources exceed Mary’s. I’m looking forward to working with her, commented Morse, who may be reached at Eric@MaryCraneProperties.com.
Sam Bain, CEO and founder of Bainco, a 23-year old wealth advisory firm, announced that Jeffrey Mortimer, former Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at Charles Schwab has joined the firm as a Managing Director. Mortimer will work to enhance domestic and international equity research and assist the CEO in the day-to-day management of the firm. Mortimer has been a frequent commentator on CNBC and his insights appeared in many top financial publications including Barrons, Fortune, and Financial Times.
Mary Crane of Century 21 Commonwealth was honored recently at the Century 21 Top Agent Retreat held at the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in the Bahamas. Mary earned the coveted CENTURY 21 Double Centurion Producer Award which places her in the top one percent of sales producing associates globally. This invitational event recognizes the top producing agents of the CENTURY 21 System for their accomplishments and features motivational speakers, educational sessions, and networking events.
Cell Youth Actif, a groundbreaking skincare serum that has been extensively researched and tested for ten years, is just hitting the market. This exceptional new product minimizes lines and wrinkles, repairs firmness, redefines contours, reveals clarity, evens tones, intensifies hydration, and refines smoothness, among other qualities. Elizabeth Renee Esthetics is on the forefront of bringing this groundbreaking technology to our area. To pre-order over the telephone, call Elizabeth Renee Esthetics Skincare Spa at 781.237.SKIN (7546).
Divine Kitchens won two awards for the fourth year in a row at the 2010 Contractor of the Year (COTY) Awards from the National Association of Remodeling Industries (NARI). Divine won Gold for Kitchen Design $100K and above and Silver for Kitchen Design $50K-$100K. Divine Kitchens has a showroom in Linden Square in Wellesley and a second location on Lyman Street in Westborough. Showroom consultations are complimentary. For more information, visit www.divinekitchens.com.
Vincent J. Spoto, a principal at Pinnacle Residential Properties, has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of a multi-state region of the Better Business Bureau. Spoto has been a director for the BBB for the past four years and co-founded Pinnacle Residential Properties with Elaine Bannigan. He has been a Wellesley resident for the past 30 years and has served on a number of boards in the private sector.
Jan Schwartz of Wellesley recently joined the MetroWest Jewish Day School in Framingham as director of development, where her mandate is to expand awareness and support for the seven year old school’s mission. Offering both secular and Judaic studies in a warm and child-centered environment, the egalitarian and pluralistic school welcomes families with children in kindergarten through middle school who desire a superior education provided through a Jewish lens. Previously, Jan was head of development and communications for Gateways: Access to Jewish Education.
J.M. Construction Co., an award-winning residential design/build construction firm, and S+H Construction, Inc., a premier residential renovation and custom home building company, are recipients of 2010 Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards – Eastern Massachusetts region. J.M. won a Gold award in the Residential Bathroom over $60,000 category and S+H won a Silver award in the Entire House over $500,000 category. For more information about J.M Construction, call 866.533.1660 or visit www.jmconstructionco.com. For more information about S+H Construction, call 617.876.8286, or visit www.shconstruction.com.
Gay Appleby Rogers recently opened The Silk Road Fine Fabrics at 281 Auburn Street in Auburndale, where she offers high quality fashion fabrics, silks, cottons, linens, wools, as well as sewing instruction and opportunities for fashion networking. The Sewing Cafe offers drop-in sewing where customers can familiarize themselves with various sewing techniques or get help on their current projects. Sewing lessons are available and special workshops and events are organized monthly. For more information, call 617.244.SILK or visit www.thesilkroadfinefabrics.com.
Sterling Homes Development Corporation won the 2011 Building Systems Council’s Excellence in Home Design Award for a custom modular farmhouse the company built in Concord. Sterling’s president Russell Busa says, “We are proud to receive this national home building accolade. Entries were judged by industry experts with criteria including overall design, buyer appeal, and exterior treatments.” Sterling Homes recently completed a modular Victorian-style home on Lawrence Road in Wellesley. To learn more, visit www.sterlinghomesdev.com or call 978.579.9833.
Sonia Hale, an award-winning Wellesley artist, has painted two commissioned portraits for the family of the benefactors of the Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library. She painted the late Pearle Crawford and the primary benefactors Hugh and Harriet Crawford. The paintings were unveiled at the Grand Opening of the public library in Dudley, Massachusetts. For more information on Sonia’s official and heirloom quality paintings, visit www.soniahale.com or e-mail her at soniahale1@gmail.com.
Brian Santos has joined Fillo Financial LLC as a tax professional. Brian previously worked in a regional public accounting firm. He graduated with a BS in business management and later received a Graduate Certificate in Accounting from Bridgewater State University. He is registered to prepare tax returns by the Internal Revenue Service. Brian can be reached at 781.235.6256 or at fillotax@verizon.net.
Mosher’s men’s clothing store of Newton Centre, going on 90 years old, is proud to introduce its newest member, the experienced and knowledgeable Bob Marks, formerly of Mr. Sid and Louis Boston. Moshers also recently welcomed Lino Zanella, formerly of Louis Boston.
Dr. Nooruddin Pradhan, a pediatric dentist at Wellesley Dental Group, has become a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. This is the only board certification in the field of Pediatric Dentistry that is recognized by the A.D.A. Dr. Pradhan is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Tufts University. He accepts most major insurance, including MassHealth, and can be reached at 781.237.9071.
Debi Benoit, Amy Mizner, and Sheryl Simon recently announced the addition of more than a dozen new members to their new real estate company, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. The Weston office added Tiffany Sidhom as office director and sales associates Chris Owens, Pam Dennehy, Traci Shulkin, and Tanya Tanimoto. In Wellesley, Kristine Beimford serves as office director; sales associates include Wyndham Flaherty, Michelle Roberts Walsh, Jared Parker, Chelsea Robinson, Lynn Donahue, and Donna Maley. Betsy Hargreaves was hired as an executive assistant and the firm’s new marketing coordinator is Abbie Morse.
Krauss Dermatology now offers Coolsculpting by Zeltiq non-invasive fat removal. This non-surgical innovation removes unwanted areas of fat from the abdomen, hips (love handles), and back/bra area. The procedure uses safe cooling technology to eliminate fat cells gently and effectively without down time. Visit www.kraussderm.com or call 781.416.3500.
Kertzman & Weil, LLP, recently sponsored the 19th Annual Girl Scouts of Eastern Mass Leading Women Awards Breakfast held at the Seaport Hotel in Boston. The Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts honored six remarkable role models. These honorees were chosen because they exemplify the Girl Scout mission to build women of courage, confidence, and character and their desire to make the world a better place.
Purchase tickets now for the American Cancer Society’s sixth annual Key Gala beginning at 6:00 pm on Thursday, March 31t at the House of Blues in Boston. Proceeds from the event benefit the AstraZeneca Hope Lodge Center, a program of the American Cancer Society. Or attend a Late Night Party beginning at 9:00 pm for a special price, perfect for Boston area young professionals interested in supporting the cause. To purchase tickets, contact Melanie Barton at 508.270.4651 or Melanie.Barton@cancer.org.
The Wellesley Hills Junior Women’s Club (WHJWC) will hold its 12th Wellesley Kitchen Tour on Saturday, May 14 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. This popular fundraiser invites an excursion into six of Wellesley’s most stunning kitchens, highlighting a variety of styles and concepts in kitchen design. Tickets will be available for purchase on the WHJWC website (www. whjwc.org), and at other locations to be announced on the site. Ticket prices are $25 in advance, and $30 at the door. All proceeds benefit Metrowest charities.
Darby Road Home Furnishings is now open on Route 117 on the Weston/Waltham line offering a unique blend of hand crafted furniture, upholstery, home accessories, antiques, and vintage fine art. Jon Ames, the proprietor, has over 30 years experience in design and manufacturing of furniture and antique buying on four continents. Open seven days. Visit www.darbyroad.com or call 781-899-6900.
Susan Bright Belanger of Coaches For Kids, LLC, reports that Coaches is completing its fourth year of providing curriculum-based after school support and enrichment to Wellesley children in grades K-6. This year, experienced Wellesley classroom teachers and specialists, including Ellen Banthin, Amy Glennon, Amy Jankins, Vesta Kosmo, Molly Perkins, Elizabeth Steele, and Andrea Stavrakas, joined the team. Coaches’ two sessions are September through June and a summer session. Visit www.coachesforkids.info for further information.
Thanks to the efforts of Habitat for Humanity – MetroWest/Greater Worcester and those of affiliated organizations, volunteers, and donors, Habitat for Humanity International surpassed its 400,000 house milestone during the most recent fiscal year, resulting in Habitat having served more than two million people with improved housing worldwide. With the help of community members, Habitat for Humanity-MetroWest/Greater Worcester has successfully made an impact in our community, creating 30 homes for families in need.
Nancy Hill Interiors announces its newest design studio located at Darby Road in Waltham. Nancy Hill is recognized for creating unique environments that match each client’s distinctive style through a wide range of resources and one-of-a kind elements. Nancy and her staff have designed the interiors of fine homes throughout New England for over a decade. Visit the studio at 1395 Main Street (Route 117), just over the Weston line, or online at www.nancyhillinteriors.com.
Weston resident Gabrielle Clemens, Vice-President –Wealth Management and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst at UBS Financial Services in Boston, attended the fifth annual Barron’s “Winner’s Circle Top Women Advisors Summit” to promote best practices in the industry and the value of advice to the investing public. Seventy-one of the top one hundred women financial advisors in the U.S., as ranked by Barron’s, were in attendance. The top 100 women are comprised of advisors from major security firms and independent operations.
Rebecca Wilson, owner of RW Interiors in Needham, is the most recent recipient of the International Furnishings and Design Association’s “Rising Star” Award. The “Rising Star” Award is presented to a member of the IFDA who has enthusiastically taken on responsibility for IFDA projects and shows great promise for the future in interior design. RW Interiors provides a full range of design services, specializing in residences and small offices. For more information, call 781.449.7407, or visit www.rwinteriors.net.
Swedish Blue, a design studio specializing in product lines that are difficult to find in the Boston area, announced that they are now offering a beautiful boutique bedding line handmade in India out of pure cotton, using only natural dyes and bleached by the sun. Swedish Blue caters to the discriminating customer looking for unique and exquisite high end furnishings with a European look and feel, as well as high end children’s furniture inspired by French design. Visit www.swedishbluedesigns.com.
The firm Elm Bank Studio, Architectural & Interior Design, led by its principal, Karen F. Brown, AIA, Allied ASID, is nearing completion of the renovation of all six atria lobbies at Wellesley Green Condominiums in Wellesley Center. The buildings were originally built in 1972 and designed by Samuel Glaser & Partners, Architects (John F. Kennedy Federal Building and the American Airlines hangar, Logan Airport). Elm Bank Studio’s renovation honors the mid-century modern aesthetic originally executed by the architect.
Save the Date! Newton-Wellesley Hospital Charitable Foundation’s 12th Annual Gala will be held Saturday, May 7 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. This year’s Gala will benefit the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service at Newton-Wellesley. The goal is to raise $700,000 to help expand the hospital’s critically important psychiatric services provided to children and teens with mental health issues. For more information, please contact Marcy Busch at 617.243.6712 or mbusch1@partners.org.
Body in Motion has moved to 180 Linden Street in Welleley’s Linden Square. The gorgeous new 2000-square foot studio is now featuring the BarSculpt(TM) program, the hottest fitness trend in the nation. Grand Opening was January 15, 2011. Enjoy a free BarSculpt class when you sign up for your first class. The Studio continues to offer the popular Pilates small group equipment classes, private personal training Pilates, and Gyrotonic. To sign up go to www.wellesleybodyinmotion.com.
Melody Tortosa, co-owner of the Next Level Personal Training Studio, located on 9 Crest Road, Suite 12B in Wellesley (next to Faber’s Rug), has added the new Step360 Pro to her studio. The Step360 Pro was introduced at the world fitness conference in Los Angeles this year and Tortosa is one of the first fitness professionals trained to work on this innovative fitness equipment. This stepper is a unique way of working on stability, balance, strength, and cardio fitness. For more information, call 781.929.2381 or e-mail melodytortosa@comcast.net.
Betsy Prouty is celebrating the first anniversary of her organizing business, Transition Solutions. She assists clients who are preparing to move or who are overwhelmed with clutter. Project lengths vary (hours to months) as does each project’s scope (reorganize a garage to empty an estate and stage it for the market). Betsy has lived in Wellesley for 30 years, is a licensed real estate agent, and is affiliated with Pinnacle Properties. Visit www.transitionsolutions.biz.
Todd M. Ingwersen, CFP®, CIMA® from The Harvest Group of UBS Financial Services in Wellesley, has earned his Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) certification. The CIMA® credential is awarded by the Investment Management Consultant Association to professionals who pass a pre-qualifying and certifying exam, as well as complete coursework at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Accredited advisors focus on asset allocation, the construction of portfolios of multiple managers or strategies, manager search and selection, and performance measurement. To learn more, contact Todd at 877.300.8981 or e-mail todd.ingwersen@ubs.com.
Wellesley native Allan Blacker, principal of Barrows the Window Shoppe, has been providing homeowners with custom window treatments for over 38 years. He is pleased to announce that Barrows has established a new drapery department, where customers can choose from a wide variety of window treatment styles, colors, textures, and fabric widths up to 120 inches.
North Hill is excited about continuing to work with Road Scholar, an organization specializing in lifelong learning and discovery. In the months of February and March, North Hill will be hosting three entertaining and informative Road Scholar Day of Discovery programs that will focus on history and culture, art, science, and travel. All community members are invited to attend these lectures. For more information on program topics and registration please contact 877.736.4371
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Vincent J. Spoto, a principal at Pinnacle Residential Properties, has been appointed to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of a multi-state region of the Better Business Bureau. Mr. Spoto has been a director for the BBB for the past four years. Mr. Spoto and Elaine Bannigan are the founders of Pinnacle. He has been a Wellesley resident for the past 30 years and has served on a number of boards in the private sector.
On September 1st, Gail Lockberg, Owner of Prudential Town and Country Real Estate, served as a Muscular Dystrophy Association “Jailbird” to raise money for those affected by the neuromuscular disease. Thanks to many generous people, Gail successfully made “bail” by reaching and exceeding her goal of $1600. Visit mda.org for information on how you can help make a difference to people around the country and in your community.
The American Business Awards awarded the “Stevie Award” in the category of “Creative Professional of the Year” to former Weston resident Leslie Yeransian, Creative Writer and Multimedia Producer for Rising Medical Solutions. More than 3,000 people and companies competed in the American Business Awards. This year’s award winners encompassed a dynamic range of leaders from Apple’s Steve Jobs, Oracle’s Larry Ellison to National Hockey League’s John Collins. Yeransian just recently revamped her company’s Web site: www.risingms.com.
For the second year in a row, Dr. Robert Savage of Wellesley was named one of “America’s Top Surgeons” by the Consumer Research Council of America. Dr. Savage is a member of the faculty at Harvard Medical School and is the former President of the New England Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. His principal office is located in the Frasier Medical Building at 332 Washington Street in Wellesley, at the Boston Wellesley Plastic Surgery Center. For more information, visit www.bostonwellesleyplasticsurgery.com
One 2 One BodyScapes Personal Training Centers recently celebrated its ten-year anniversary. One 2 One BodyScapes offers one-on-one personal training in an intimate, home-like setting for those who enjoy a private and powerful physical fitness experience. The company began franchising in 2007 with the philosophy that fitness is a life-long activity that requires goal-setting and maintenance. There are more than eleven locations in the greater Boston area, including one at 386 Washington Street in Wellesley.
La Residencia Spa, a Newton spa dedicated to helping its clientele achieve physical, emotional, spiritual and nutritional health, announced that individuals in Newton, Wellesley and Needham have selected the Spa as the best in the area through Community Newspaper Companies 2010 Readers Choice Awards. For more information, visit www.laresidenciaspa.com or call 617.244.2280.
Continuing its reputation for high-quality, energy-efficient windows and doors, three Pella window product lines were rated as “Best Buys” for replacement windows in the September/October 2010 issue of Consumers Digest magazine. Pella has an 85-year history of making innovative products, providing quality service and delivering on customer satisfaction. For more information, call 800.866.9886 x135, visit pella.com or visit the Wellesley showroom located at 170 Worcester Street.
Weston resident Judith Nitsch, PE, LEED AP BD+C, the President of Nitsch Engineering, was awarded a Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa degree by the Massachusetts Maritime Academy at their commencement in June. The honor recognizes Nitsch for her contributions to the engineering field and her efforts to encourage others to pursue engineering careers. Nitsch Engineering (www.nitscheng.com) is a civil engineering, land surveying, transportation engineering, sustainable site consulting, planning, and GIS firm that provides services on private development, public building, and infrastructure projects.
Ann Kennefick of Wellesley was recently given the CAREFirst award at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Newton-Wellesley’s CAREFirst Award recognizes individual employees or teams on a monthly basis. Nominated by their peers, award recipients are selected for their performance based on the CAREFirst attributes of compassion, attitude, responsibility, and excellence. Kennefick has been with Newton-Wellesley Hospital for 20 years, where she currently works as a nurse practitioner and nurse educator in the Diabetes Management Department.
Barry Reopell celebrates ten years as Operations Manager at Encore Construction, an award-winning residential design-build firm specializing in remodeling, kitchens, and bathrooms. Barry oversees Encore’s production process to ensure that every project is completed on schedule, within budget, and with the highest customer satisfaction. Estimator Tom Driscoll also celebrates ten years with the firm. With nearly three decades in the construction industry, Tom has the experience of consistently keeping estimated budgets within actual costs. Visit www.encoreco.com.
For two out of three years, Prudential Real Estate ranked “Highest in Satisfaction for Home Sellers among National Full Service Real Estate Firms” by J.D. Power and Associates. Wellesley’s Susan Proctor was awarded “Top Producer” for Prudential Town & Country Real Estate. Visit www.prudentialtnc.com.
Located at 614 Hammond Street in Chestnut Hill, Morigi Milano is a menswear boutique offering the highest quality in clothing at sensible prices. Born and raised in Italy, owner Vittorio Nahum has a passion for exceptional clothing. His new store offers a selection of luxury apparel and accessories edited down perfectly to bring customers only the best. Brands include: Edward Green, E. Marinella Napoli, Arnys, La Vera Sartoria Napolitana, and more. Visit www.morigimilano.com for more information.
Just Like Family, an in-home elder care concierge company, recently opened its offices at Mill Village, 365 Boston Post Road in Sudbury. President and founder Michael Grant Wilsker, a 26- year veteran attorney, has teamed up with experienced social worker Molly Lukason to provide the best quality, timely, and respectful in-home care service to the elderly communities of Sudbury, Lincoln, Weston, Wayland, Concord, Dover, and Sherborn. For additional information visit: www.likefamilyinc.com or call 978.639.4007.
Wellesley resident Peter McAvinn from the Boston General Office of New York Life Insurance Company recently presented Jeff Hayward, Chief of External Affairs of the United Way, of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley with a $35,000 contribution from the New York Life Foundation. The New York Life Foundation awards approximately 139 grants annually to local United Ways nationwide to support community programming.
Roseanna Means, MD, Founder and President of Women of Means, is a recipient of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 2010 Community Health Leaders Award. This prestigious award is given annually to ten individuals across the United States who have created innovative improvements in community health care. For over a decade, Women of Means, a Wellesley non-profit, coordinates teams of volunteer physicians and nurses to provide free medical services to Boston’s homeless women and children. Visit www.womenofmeans.org.
Emily Weintraub Fine Art is celebrating its one year anniversary of offering fine art appraisals for insurance, estate, and donation purposes to individuals and institutions, along with an inventory of American paintings and works on paper. A Wayland resident, Emily has worked in the industry for 13 years and is a graduate of the Weston schools. Consultations by appointment. On the Web at: www.ewfineart.com or call 617.953.2700.
Debi Benoit, partner with Benoit Mizner Simon & Co., LLC, was ranked as one of the country’s top real estate agents for the second year in a row according to The Wall Street Journal’s 2010 “Top 100 Real Estate Professionals” list. Nationally, Debi Benoit was recognized with a 2009 sales volume that exceeded $53 million. Locally, her numbers outpaced her competition nearly two to one. Debi has consistently been ranked the #1 sales associate in Wellesley since 2006. Contact her at Debi@BenoitMiznerSimon.com.
Combined Jewish Philanthropies offers accessible programs to help families with young children connect with the Jewish community in Metrowest. From playgroups to parenting workshops, from Chanukah to Passover—families will find the Jewish activities they have been looking for through Family Connections, the organization’s free, monthly e-newsletter at www.cjp.org.
Wellesley architect and resident Jan Gleysteen AIA,presented his recently-completed LEED for Homes Gold house at the Sustainable Wellesley Expo and Symposium. Wellesley homeowner Cynthia Curtis joined the presentation and described the goals of the project and her experience of living in a sustainable home. The house features solar energy panels, energy star certification, water saving fixtures, and superior windows, insulation, FSC lumber, and durable materials. For more information, call Jan Gleysteen Architects, Inc. at 781.431.0080.
Mary Ellen Fillo of Fillo Financial LLC participated in the 2010 Internal Revenue Service Nationwide Tax Forum in New York City in August. Mary Ellen attended presentations by IRS and other tax professionals on representation of taxpayers before the IRS as well as an overview of tax law changes. Please contact her at her Wellesley office for tax questions at 781.235.6256 or e-mail at fillconsult@verizon.net.
Body In Motion, Wellesley’s premier Pilates studio on Linden Street, has expanded. In addition to private training and group equipment classes, classes are now offered in Pilates mat, beginner equipment, Pilates for teens, and BarSculpt, the total body-fitness class. BarSculpt fuses Pilates, core conditioning, light weights, orthopedic stretching, and ballet barre work. Class is set to music and is appropriate for all levels. For a complete schedule, visit http://www.wellesleybodyinmotion.com/.
The Corcoran & Havlin Insurance Group is pleased to announce that Wellesley’s Virginia Handerhan has joined the agency. Virginia has been a leader with various Boston area insurance agencies for over 25 years. She has joined Corcoran & Havlin’s Commercial Lines Department. Corcoran & Havlin has been guiding businesses and families on insurance matters since 1967. For more information, visit chinsurance.com.
Registered Nurse and Weston resident Jodi Wolf has launched Boston Baby Fairy, a service providing professional care for mothers and their newborn babies at home. Boston Baby Fairy will help mothers understand and deal with post partum emotional transition, child sibling behavior, diet, sleep schedules, and more. Call 781.664.8348 or e-mail Jodi@bostonbabyfairy.com for a free consultation. For more information, visit www.bostonbabyfairy.com.
Ellen Zientara,WHNP-BC,NBCMT announced the opening of Positive Pressure: Massage, Yoga and Wellness located at 11 River Street in Wellesley. She brings over 20 years of clinical expertise specializing in integrative medicine via Therapeutic Massage and Yoga. Her clinical massage/yoga treatments include helping people through pre/post operative issues. Ellen also offers sports, addiction/recovery and stress management and teen massage (repetitive injury) treatment with the goal is to support and empower her patients by using the “Health Belief Model” to live healthy, happy lives.
Thanks to a grant from the Fund for Wellesley, the Wellesley Health Department, with help from the Youth Commission, has developed community based mental health resources that address depression, substance abuse and suicide. The grant has been used to develop a suicide prevention Web site called www.wellesleyacts.org. It offers visitors of all ages, resources that encourage them to take the necessary steps to help themselves or another in an emotional crisis. It also offers survivors resources and links to support services. For more information, visit www.wellesleyma.gov/health .
Mitesh Kapadia, MD, PhD has recently opened an ophthalmic plastic surgery office at 873 Worcester Street (Route 9, westbound in Wellesley in addition to his practice at Tufts Medical Center. Dr Kapadia’s specialties are cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery as well as facial rejuvenation with Botox, Restylane and Juvederm. Call 978.393.5437 before December 31st to schedule a free cosmetic consultation. Visit www.bostoneyelids.com for more information.
Bella Santé is now offering Shellac manicures. Shellac is the first “hybrid” nail polish and gel, and it goes on like polish but lasts like gel for two weeks or longer, withstanding the rigors of everyday wear and tear that can leave regular nail polish chipped and peeling. Shellac is “3-free” (free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, and DBP) and is hypo-allergenic. Call 617.424.9930 or visit www.bellasante.com to find out more about this new treatment or to schedule an appointment.
Williams & Spade Companies, Inc of Wayland is celebrating its tenth anniversary this season. The firm’s President and lead designer, Jeanne Racioppi, has been providing top quality interior design services to clients throughout New England for over twenty years. Williams & Spade has recently expanded its services to include project management for renovations and new construction projects of all sizes. Visit them at www.williamsandspade.com or on Facebook and check back regularly for new additions to their portfolio.
Krauss Dermatology is now offering the exciting Zeltiq Coolsculpting procedure. This totally noninvasive process uses safe, cooling technology to remove unwanted fat from the abdomen, love handles, and flanks (bra area). There is no scarring, no downtime, and no pain. The procedure was recently FDA approved in the U.S. and removes about 25 percent of the fat layer in just a single treatment. Call 781.416.3500 or visit www.kraussderm.com for more information.
The Wellesley Cotillion will be held on Saturday, December 4th at the Back Bay Event Center’s Dorothy Quincy Suite. Invitations were mailed to juniors and seniors who reside in Wellesley or attend Wellesley High School. Contributions large or small are greatly appreciated, and are the sole source of funding for Cotillion expenses. Supplementing financial generosity, families are encouraged to volunteer, particularly on the day of the event, with shifts available for chaperones and assistance with either set-up or take-down. Please contact welleslelycotillion@gmail.com for more information.
J. Todd Galleries has challenged 23 of the region’s award-winning artists to find and paint new views of Boston from unexpected vantage points, in every season, and at various times of the day and night. The result is “It’s All Boston,” a show featuring 60 smashing new works. The show will run from November 19th through December 9th at J. Todd Galleries, 572 Washington Street (Route 16) in Wellesley. For more information, call 781.237.3434 or visit www.jtodd.com.
“Bang for your Buck”, the first of three seminars in the fall “Get Inspired!” series presented by WellesleyWeston and Perspective magazines was held on Thursday, September 23rd at Dover Rug in Natick. “Home for the Holidays,” will be held on Thursday, November 18th, and will share holiday decorating and entertaining tips. The seminar is free and will be held from 10:00 am until noon at Dover Rug in Natick . Advance registration is required. To register, go to www.jdcomm.biz.
With strong family ties to Wellesley, Jacky Keith, owner of Esplanade Travel in Boston, announced that the company is celebrating its 57th anniversary. Today’s Esplanade team is young, motivated, passionate about travel, and has explored more than 150 countries. As a small locally-owned business specializing in luxury travel, Esplanade prides itself on building itineraries to challenge not only the well-traveled, but also to inspire new travelers. To start planning your next adventure visit www.esplanadetravel.com, e-mail info@esplanadetravel.com, or call 617.266.7465.
The Riverbend School opened for its first day of school on September 8, 2010. Riverbend, the result of the merger of the Eliot Montessori School and Natick Montessori Schools, both of South Natick, now serves children ages 15 months through 14 years old (Toddler through Eighth Grade). For more information, contact Susan Higgins at 508.655.7333 or shiggins@rvbs.org.
With Women Building Connections, Megan McAvoy and Sangita Joshi are gathering women business owners to build a community that will “Give. Gain. Grow.” Both are financial advisors with The Bulfinch Group and are looking to create an opportunity for women to assemble for a series of events that will build relationships and expand horizons, both personally and professionally. If you are interested in attending or sponsoring an event, please call 781.449.4402.
Debi Benoit, Amy Mizner, and Sheryl Simon announced that they have formed a new real estate company: Benoit Mizner Simon & Co. With offices in Wellesley and Weston, the three realtors, who have consistently been the number one agents in their respective markets, have joined forces to provide exceptional customer service and respond to the changing demands of the residential real estate market. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 781.237.8181 in Wellesley; or 781.894.8282 in Weston.
Maura Wayman of Wellesley recently photographed Wellesley Country Club’s 100th Gala celebration and photographs everything from weddings to corporate gatherings to sporting events to headshots for aspiring models. In addition to the Wellesley Country Club, Maura’s clients include the Lahey Clinic and Vestar Capital Partners. She also holds monthly headshot clinics at Boston Casting. To learn more, visit www.maurawayman.com or call 617.308.1963.
A century ago, on January 24, 1911, a few community-minded individuals formed a new bank with the goal of providing quality banking services to Wellesley and the surrounding towns. Today, after 100 years of benefiting its town with safe and sound banking practices, Wellesley Bank prepares to celebrate its centennial. Today Wellesley Bank is a full service financial institution offering personal and commercial banking as well as an investment management subsidiary: Wellesley Investment Partners. Visit www.wellesleybank.com.
Celebrating the ten-year anniversary as one of the most highly-regarded and active dog training resources on the Web, My Smart Puppy founder and Wellesley native Sarah Wilson announces the redesign and relaunch of her Web site, www.MySmartPuppy.com. With easy-to-understand, easy-to-use training techniques, the site is a comprehensive, independent, one-stop resource focused on supporting the human-animal bond unlike other sites focused on dominance and control. For more information please visit www.MySmartPuppy.com.
On September 1st, Gail Lockberg, owner of Prudential Town and Country Real Estate, served as a Muscular Dystrophy Association “Jailbird” to raise money for those affected by the neuromuscular disease. Thanks to many generous people, Gail successfully made “bail” by reaching and exceeding her goal of $1600. Visit mda.org for information on how you can help make a difference to people around the country and in your community.
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More Great Books
As you might expect, the librarians and independent books sellers of Wellesley and Weston were overflowing with suggestions for great books to give as holiday gifts. Since we struggled with which books to include in the article, “Books for Everyone on Your Holiday List,” here are the titles that we couldn’t fit in print.
Now, you’ll certainly have a reading list to take you and yours past the holidays… all the way through summer.
Babies – Early Elementary Schoolers
The Little Books Boxed Set (Rosenthal)
Finn Throws a Fit! (Elliott)
What Is This? (Damm)
My Little Stella Library (Gay)
My Little Red Fire Truck (Johnson)
Tacky the Penguin (Lester)
Here’s a Little Poem (Yolen)
Ladybug Girl (Soman)
Trouble Gum (Cordell)
Beyond the Great Mountains: A Visual Poem About China (Young)
Elephant & Piggie: Watch Me Throw the Ball! (Willems)
Chasing Degas (Montanari)
Tweens
One Giant Leap: Apollo 11 Remembered (Bizony)
Rebecca Boxed Set, American Girls Collection (Greene)
The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Prisoner’s Dilemma (Stewart)
The Last Olympian: Percy Jackson & the Olympians, Book 5 (Riordan)
The Dragon of Trelian (Knudsen)
The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy (Birdsall)
Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute (Krosoczka)
The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate (Kelly)
When You Reach Me (Stead)
The Time Travelers’ Handbook: A Wild, Wacky, and Wooly Adventure Through History! (Stride)
The Greatest Moments in Sports (Berman)
Teens
A Short History of Nearly Everything: Special Illustrated Edition (Bryson)
The Teen Vogue Handbook: An Insider’s Guide to Careers in Fashion (Teen Vogue)
Leviathan (Westerfeld)
Anne Frank: Her life in words and pictures from the archives of The Anne Frank House (Metselaar)
The Conch Bearer (Divakaruni)
Coke or Pepsi? 1000 Coke or Pespsi Questions 2 Ask Your Friends! (Gill)
High School
Shiver (Stiefvater)
Fire (Cashore)
Love is the Higher Law (Levithan)
A Prayer for Owen Meany (Irving)
When the Game Was Ours (Bird/Johnson)
The Hunger Games (Collins)
The Book of the Moon (Stroud)
The Demon’s Lexicon (Brennan)
Thirteen Little Blue Envelopes (Johnson)
The Dangerous Days of Daniel X (Patterson)
Adults
The Lost Symbol (Brown)
That Old Cape Magic (Russo)
South of Broad (Conroy)
The Girl Who Played with Fire (Larsson)
Secrets to Happiness: A Novel (Dunn)
Catching Fire: How Cooking Made Us Human (Wrangham)
Regarding Heroes (Karsh)
Long Lost (Coben)
The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog (Ellis-Bell)
April 1865: The Month That Saved America (Winik)
Weekend Retreats (Salk)
Kitchen Express: 404 inspired seasonal dishes you can make in 20 minutes or less (Bittman)
Last Lion: The Fall and Rise of Ted Kennedy (Canellos)
Thanks once again to the librarians and independent booksellers in Wellesley and Weston for their time and insights.
Book Club Favorites
One of the first things I did when I moved to Wellesley in 1991 was join a book club. A friend from church mentioned that her book club had an opening for a new member and, although the concept was new to me at the time, I love to read and I was anxious to make new friends. This monthly evening meeting of women and men proved to be the perfect respite from the demands of young motherhood and provided the opportunity for engaging conversation that centered around the book we read that month (although I must admit that the conversation often veers away from the book). My book club just celebrated its 20th anniversary, and although we have welcomed new members to our group of twelve and some have left throughout the years, many of the “original” members are the same.
I joined another Book Club a few years ago that my friend and neighbor was organizing, and now I have another excuse to enjoy a good meal, meet new friends, and be invigorated by lively conversation about a variety of books that I might not have read if left to my own devices.
In the next issue of WellesleyWeston Magazine, writer Liz Suneby talks with local booksellers and librarians to get their advice on books for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Since the list was too long to print in the space allotted in the magazine, we will provide the complete list on this blog in the coming weeks.
In the meantime, I thought I would share some of my favorite book club books that I have read recently. If you have read any of them, I invite you to comment. And if you have any books that you have enjoyed lately, please share them with us so other blog readers can benefit from your advice.
Here is my top ten list of books I have read lately (in alphabetical order, as it was simply too difficult to choose favorites):
The Book Thief – Markus Zusak
Bridge of Sighs – Richard Russo
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows
Loving Frank – Nancy Horan
Moloka’i – Alan Brennert
Olive Kitteridge – Elizabeth Strout
Out Stealing Horses – Per Petterson
Skeletons at the Feast – Chris Bohjalian
Suite Francaise – Irene Nemirovsky
The White Tiger – Aravind Adiga
Can We Blog?
Last summer my daughter set me up with my very own Facebook account. What began as a whim has evolved into a habit (one that’s not so secret anymore!). I must confess that every morning I check my Facebook page to find out if I have any new requests for “Friends,” and casually check my Home page for updates (new photo postings are my favorites). At first I felt kind of creepy doing this; looking at personal photos of someone I don’t even know that well seemed like an invasion of privacy. But I quickly got over my initial queasiness and have even posted a few very carefully selected photos of myself posing with friends and family.
Facebook has put me back in touch with high school and college friends whom I haven’t seen or heard from in years. Even my kids’ friends are “friending” me and, much to my son’s dismay, I can now gain a glimpse into his social life that he tries to keep very well hidden. I do think it’s important for parents to know what their kids are putting on Facebook and even though my children are older I tell them repeatedly: “If you’re embarrassed to have me see your Facebook photos, then they shouldn’t be posted for the world to see.”
I’m not alone in my newfound passion for social media. Pew Research Center analysis released last January found that 35 percent of adult Internet users now have a profile on at least one social networking site. Reconnecting with old friends is certainly a pleasant by-product of this vast social media network and another is the vast amount of information sharing that takes place.
Here at the magazine, we decided to launch this blog so we can stay better connected with our readers and advertisers. Since we are a quarterly publication, a lot happens in between issues, and we hope that this blog can fill in the gaps somewhat. With so many exciting events happening all over Wellesley, Weston, and Greater Boston, we can now post photos that we just don’t have room for in the magazine and publicize upcoming events. We hope that you will use our convenient events calendar to publicize your own events.
Finally, we have this space for blogging. I always have more to say than my Editor’s Letter allows so I’ll be posting frequently, and I encourage you to comment. Our writers will also be blogging occasionally. But we also hope to hear from you. Let us know what’s on your mind. Do you have a favorite restaurant you’d like to review or a recipe you’d like to share? Maybe you just took a spectacular family vacation and you’d like to tell everybody about it. Or perhaps you have some back-to-school shopping advice or some tips for making your home greener.
We’re excited about the WellesleyWeston Magazine Blog, and we hope you’ll visit often. And now let the blogging begin!
