During dinner the Society made its annual scholarship awards to students from Wellesley. This year, three students were each presented with awards of $1,000.

The PinkRose Foundation, Inc. provides scholarships for children to embark on personal growth and begin to overcome the grief caused by breast cancer.

Photos by Beth Furman – beth@wellesleywestonmagazine.com

Juried by Jen Mergel, Beal Family Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, Museum of Fine Art, Boston and Helen Molesworth, Chief Curator, Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston, the Annual Juried Members’ Show communicates these renowned curators’ contemporary vision of art that is willing to break with traditional conventions and push a given medium to an open end.

The curators chose 113 works from 800 pieces of art submitted by 451 artists for this tightly curated exhibition, which features work by artists in all mediums.  The following prizes and honorable mentions were also awarded:

1^st Prize was awarded to Somerville resident Cynthia Maurice for Almost, a pastel and charcoal drawing. Part of Fresh Cut,  a series featuring drawings and paintings of both fruits and vegetables, the drawing focuses on the fleeting, transformative aspects of a bloom from bud to decay. 

2^nd Prize was awarded to Natick resident Steve Miller for his photograph That Touch of Mink which explores the use of the figure as fantasy through the spontaneous expression of photography.  

3^rd Prize was awarded to Watertown resident Stella Johnson for her photograph The Laundry, Crete, Greece, which reflects her conflicting location of self between Greece and the U.S., and between memory and the present tense. 

Honorable Mentions were awarded to Brookline resident Helga Butzer Felleisen for her Scapes I and II, both works ink on paper; Roslindale resident Jane Smaldone for her oil on linen Signs of Intelligent Life; Roxbury resident Kate True for her oil, ink, and charcoal on linen, The Sick Child; and Lancaster resident Cheryl Wareck for her digital photographs Lost and Found and Through the Woods, both from The Farm Series.

Selected by Museum staff, A Community of Artists’ Show reveals a sometimes affirming, sometimes provocative glimpse at the contemporary art scene.  This year’s exhibition includes 145 pieces, showcasing work by both emerging and established artists.  Several are well known to the Boston arts community, including such widely exhibited artists as Natick resident Carolyn Evans;  Somerville residents Jon Imber and Carolyn Muskat; Framingham resident Nan Hass Feldman;  Concord resident Ilana Manolson; Cambridge resident Esther Pullman; Boston resident Nan Tull; and Wayland resident Yu-Wen Wu.

The exhibition also includes Danforth Museum faculty and staff members Carol Blackwell, Wilber Blaire, Emily Harvey, Susan Swinand and Zach Pelham; SMFA professor Erica Daborn; and Wellesley College and MassArt professor Joel A. Janowitz.

The Danforth Museum of Art was established thirty years ago in 1975 when a group faculty from Framingham State College, as well as business and community leaders, got together and planned to organize the first fine art museum in the MetroWest region of Massachusetts.  Today, the Danforth Museum maintains a collection of over 2,500 pieces of American art from 19^th and 20^th Century.  The Danforth Museum is admired for its exhibitions and education programs that connect people to the Museums mission, which is dedicated to the celebration and creation of art.

For general information on the Danforth Museum of Art, the public may visit the Museum’s Website at http://www.danforthmuseum.org or call 508 620-0050. The Danforth Museum of Art is located at 123 Union Avenue, Framingham, Massachusetts. Museum hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 12 noon to 5 pm.  Friday and Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. Museum admission is $8.00 for adults, $ 6.00 for students and senior citizens, free for children under 12 and Danforth Museum of Art members.

Please note:  The Museum will be closed for the summer on August 9th, and reopens on Saturday, September 18, 2010.

Photos by Nancy Carbonaro – Carbonaro Photography

The evening included a reception, dinner, and a featured program titled, “Economic Tools for Understanding Financial Markets and Global Warming” presented by Ann Velenchick, Associate Professor and Chair of the Economics Department and Director of the International Relations Program at Wellesley College.

Photos by Nancy Carbonaro – Carbonaro Photography

Founded in 1972 by Wellesley residents, Wellesley ABC is a non-profit organization and a chapter of the national “A Better Chance” program.  It is a vibrant organization that provides promising young women of color from underserved communities throughout the Northeast the opportunity to enroll at Wellesley High School and live together in our program sponsored house.  Scholars achieve academic, personal, and community oriented success through incredible year-round support from a dedicated Board of Directors and community-based volunteers.

Photos by Nancy Carbonaro – Carbonaro Photography

GerrityStone was recently recognized for “Best Kitchen & Bath Countertops” by the 2010 Best of Boston Home Awards. Boston Home, the sister publication of  Boston Magazine, sought the opinion of over 100 industry building and design experts for their input in selecting what is one of the most highly anticipated honors in the region.  GerrityStone specializes in custom stone fabrication and installation for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and outdoor living spaces. Visit www.gerritystone.com.

The Wiese Company recently opened Sherborn Kitchens with a showroom at 28 North Main Street in downtown Sherborn.  The Sherborn Kitchens showroom hosts handpicked cabinetry lines, distinctive hardware selections, and an award -winning team of professional designers. The team of professionals works tirelessly with clients to provide shop along assistance, ensuring careful and timely selections of everything from appliances and fixtures to tile, countertops, and paint.” More information is available at www.Sherborn-kitchens.com and www.Wiese.com. 

Keyes North Atlantic, Inc. has been awarded the prestigious 2009 Angie’s List Super Service Award for the fifth year in a row. The Super Service Award, now celebrating its eleventh year, is reserved for companies who have achieved and maintained a superior service rating on Angie’s List-the nation’s leading provider of consumer ratings on local service companies-throughout the past year.   Keyes North Atlantic, Inc. specializes in heating, air conditioning, electrical and alarm service, and installation work. 

Weston-based Ox Bow Décor has launched a new pillow line with oversized botanical images showcased in the center of each pillow. Offering an eco-friendly option in the marketplace, they are printed with water-based inks on 100 percent pure linen and have luxurious down-filled cotton inserts. All twenty-four pillow designs are sold exclusively through home furnishing and gift stores as well as designers. Additional information on Ox Bow Décor can be found at http://www.oxbowdecor.com. 

Kecia Gifford Lifton Architect was named 2009 “Woman of the Year in Architecture and Construction” by NAPEW. She has practiced in the Boston metropolitan area for 20 years and has recently completed several new single-family homes in Wellesley.  She is also currently designing an addition in Weston. Kecia Lifton Architect is a regional architecture firm specializing in fine custom residences, additions, and vacation homes. See www.finespaces.com or www.facebook.com/KeciaLiftonArchitect for more information.  

Daniel Paquette, Director of Development and Chief Sustainability Officer at Woodmeister Master Builders, was elected Vice Chair of the Rhode Island chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). Paquette, who lives in Newport and oversees the Woodmeister office there, is a founding member of the year-old Rhode Island chapter. He is also the founding chairman of the Rhode Island Builders Association Green Building sub-committee.

 Summer camps provide packing lists but often forget to include basic items that your kids need to keep teeth and gums healthy.  Drs. Ali & Ali of Wellesley Dental Group are helping by providing free “Camp Kits” that include toothpaste, dental floss, and toothbrushes.  Kits can be picked up this June through August at 5 Seaward Road in Wellesley from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.  For more information, please call 781.237.9071 or visit www.wellesleydentalgroup.com/blog.

Natick-based It’s Your Move, Inc. has been awarded the Circle of Service designation by the National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM).  The Circle of Service designation is bestowed on senior move management companies that have been a NASMM member in good standing for a minimum of five years, and have shown consistent dedication and support of the National Association of Senior Move Managers and the senior move management profession. Visit www.ItsYourMoveInc.com. 

Kick*ss Cupcakes has opened in the Gelato Café at 180 Linden Street in Wellesley and is ready for summer. Summer time in Wellesley means outdoor seating and fun seasonal flavors like the Strawberry Shortcake Cupcake.  With fresh berries and homemade whipped cream it’s the perfect treat to enjoy on a warm summer day. Also, don’t forget to try the Swellesley Cupcake made specifically for the new Wellesley location.

Wendy Wheeler in Weston is pleased to announce the arrival of figure-flattering James Jeans.  And since summer is wedding season, The Candy Bar at Wendy Wheeler is offering bridal make-up services. Brides-to-be can book a pre-wedding consultation with a Candy Bar make-up artist to discuss her wedding look and then test-drive the finished product. Call The Candy Bar at 781.209.5448 and Wendy Wheeler at 781.894.9930 or visit www.wendywheeler.com. 

Mr. Grill  is a professional indoor and outdoor cooking appliance cleaning expert that provides oven and vent hood cleaning and grill repair and cleaning for the homeowner. Now in its fourth year of business, Mr. Grill also offers knife sharpening, custom patio furniture, and grill covers.  To get a head start on the grilling season, visit www.MrGrill.net or call  617.924.7455.

The Wellesley Chamber of Commerce invites golf enthusiasts to participate in its Sixth Annual Golf Open on Monday, July 19, 2010 at Wellesley Country Club, celebrating the club’s 100^th anniversary this year.  Wellesley Country Club is host to the prestigious 2010 Massachusetts Open Tournament.
 All are invited to join the Chamber for a day of golf and camaraderie on a beautiful course in top condition.    For information visit www.wellesleychamber.org or call 781.235.2446. 

Susan Fortune Proctor of Prudential Town and Country Real Estate in Wellesley has been named to Prudential Chairman’s Circle Gold.  This esteemed designation is awarded to the top 2% of Prudential’s sales associates nationwide. Proctor was also Top Producer for Prudential Town and Country Real Estate in 2009. Susan has over 30 years of sales experience, is a Fine Homes Specialist and is native to Wellesley.  She welcomes your real estate questions at susan@prudentialtnc.com.  

Wellesley resident Marilyn Feldman is a make-up artist for Look Good…Feel Better®, an American Cancer Society program. LGFB workshops help patients undergoing radiation, chemotherapy, or other treatments improve their self-esteem and manage their treatment and recovery with confidence.   

To find a LGFB Program, go to http://www.lookgoodfeelbetter. org/ and click on “Program Finder.”  Registration is required. Marilyn also provides complimentary 1:1 skin care and make-up consultations for people who prefer not to join a group.  Contact her at 617.861.7922 or marilyndf@gmail.com.  

Circus Smirkus is bringing its 2010 Big Top Tour to the area with “Wilderness Wonders: Outdoor Adventures Under the Big Top” July 23^rd through July 25^th at Gore Place, 52 Gore Street in Waltham. Shows will take place at 2:00 and 7:00 pm on Friday and Saturday and at 11:00 am and 4:00 pm on Sunday.  All shows are handicapped accessible.  For tickets call 1.877.SMIRKUS (1.877.764.7587).  For more information visit www.smirkus.org or e-mail info@smirkus.org.

Second Wind Inc., a leading provider of wind measurement and information technology, announced that Wellesley native Larry Letteney has been named Chief Executive Officer. Letteney succeeds Second Wind’s founder, Walter Sass, who is widely credited with several key advancements in wind measurement technology for the wind power industry. Sass was named Executive Chairman of the Board and Chief Technology Officer.  Letteney, most recently Second Wind’s Chief Operating Officer, assumed the CEO role on February 1, 2010.  

Alexis Avila, MA is a private tutor serving Wellesley and Weston for over ten years. He is the founder and president of Prepped & Polished (formerly TUTORrific Academic Services). His newly renamed company offers online, in-home, and in-office tutoring, college counseling, and test prep. Alexis proudly contributes to charitable causes whenever he receives referrals from satisfied families and is a Big Brother to a soon-to-be college student. Contact Alexis at alexis@preppedandpolished.com or 781.753.9951. 

Swedish Blue has been appointed an agent for two Swedish furniture lines that have not been available or shown in the Boston area: Country Swedish and St. Barths Home.  Swedish Blue is an on-line boutique and design studio specializing in hard-to-find, high-end European furnishings for the bedroom, guest room, and children’s rooms, as well as accent pieces throughout the home, boutique-type bedding, European fabrics, and lighting for these rooms.  Visit www.swedishbluedesigns.com. 

Weston residents and designers Katie Rosenfeld and Michelle King launched their website www.rosenfeldking.com showcasing their design portfolio as well as upcoming events and a future lifestyle blog. Both relocated to Weston three years ago and began collaborating shortly after meeting, realizing they shared a similar background, aesthetic, and the passion to create eclectic, inviting, and beautiful living environments. To view their work visit www.rosenfeldking.com or call 818.849.0079 for an appointment.

Woodmeister Master Builders, an award-winning company known nationwide for its fine cabinetry and interiors, luxury home construction, and lifestyle management services, recently marked its 30^th anniversary.  Started in 1980 as a two-man millwork shop in Worcester, Woodmeister is now a $50 million corporation with over 150 employees.  In addition to its 70,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Holden, the company has offices in Nantucket, Newport, Rhode Island, and New York City.  Visit www.woodmeister.com.

Wellesley native Don Kelley has been at the helm of MAGIC 106.7 for 20 years.  It’s the longest tenure of any programmer at any station in the top ten markets in America.  As a Program Director, Don has hit the #1 spot in Arbitron ratings books over 50 times – including a market-record 42 of them at MAGIC 106.7.   He also works with Greater Media sister stations MAGIC 98.3 in New Jersey and MAGIC 105.1 in Detroit.  

Bob Rottenberg, CEO of Long’s Jewelers, was honored earlier this year with a lifetime achievement award for excellence in the jewelry industry. He was inducted into the National Jeweler’s 22nd Annual Retailer Hall of Fame with a ceremony held in conjunction with the Jewelry Information Center’s 8th Annual Gem Awards. Rottenberg got his start in the 1960s with a single store called Ross Jewelers.  He later bought Long’s Jewelers and brought all the stores he owned under that name.  Visit www.longsjewelers.com.

Tibma Design/Build is concluding its series of free seminars with a discussion entitled “Is Your Outdoor Living Area Safe and Healthy?” A panel of experts will discuss low-maintenance products for the exterior of your home as well as ideas for making your yard safe through landscaping and lighting. It will be held on Tuesday, May 25th at the Wellesley Public Library at 7:30 pm.  For more information or to RSVP, please check www.tibmadesignbuild.com.  

First Commons Bank, N.A. reported that its assets have grown to more than $63 million during its second quarter of operations ending December 31, 2009. The bank started operating on July 22, 2009 and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. First Commons Bank (www.firstcommonsbank.com) is a nationally-chartered, FDIC-insured, full-service, community bank headquartered at 718 Beacon Street in Newton Centre. 

Jeffrey C. Smith, CFA, has joined Wellesley Investment Partners (WIP) as Chief Investment Officer.  WIP is a wholly-owned registered investment advisor subsidiary of Wellesley Bank. Smith will develop investment policies, economic forecasts, and portfolio management strategies.  He will perform equity and fixed income analysis as well as facilitate all securities trading for client accounts.  He will also design, implement, and monitor WIPs model portfolios.  Wellesley Investment Partners is at 47 Church Street, Wellesley. 781.431.1325; contact@wellesleyinvestmentpartners.com. 

Wellesley College Assistant Professor Daniela Rivera has been named one of nine finalists for the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston’s 2010 James and Audrey Foster Prize, the ICA’s biennial award and exhibition program for Boston-area artists. Presented this year in an expanded format, the 2010 Foster Prize exhibition includes nine artists whose work represents a wide range of mediums—from sculpture and installation to film and video to painting, drawing and photography. For more information visit http://www.icaboston.org/about/pressreleases/foster-prize-10/. 

The Wiese Company received from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) the second highest recognition, the Silver Award, for a residential addition over $200,000 for a home in Wellesley and the Gold Award for an entire house under $500,000 in Newton.  (See www.wiese.com).  Founded in 1992, The Wiese Company specializes in home design and renovation solutions, serving the communities of Wellesley, Weston and surrounding towns.  

Federal Realty Investment Trust announced new additions to Linden Square, the 214,000 square foot dining and lifestyle destination located in the heart of Wellesley. Wellesley Hardware, a family-owned, traditional hardware supplier, opened in late spring in nearly 8,000 square feet at 165 Linden Street.   Divine Kitchens opened its new showroom at 180 Linden Street to offer its design/build expertise to area homeowners contemplating the remodel or building of kitchens, baths, home offices, entertainment centers and other built-in applications.  Divine Kitchens was also chosen as the exclusive Massachusetts dealer for Leicht Cabinets, Germany’s top kitchen furniture manufacturer. 

Capitol Financial Advisors of Wellesley announced the addition of Hunter S. Luke to its planning staff.  Hunter has been providing his clients with comprehensive financial plans and sophisticated investment management since 1984.  Capitol Financial Advisors, located at One Hollis Street, Suite 301, Wellesley, MA, is a Registered Investment Advisor with securities offered through Commonwealth Financial Network^®, Member FINRA/SIPC.  To learn more visit www.capitolfinancialadvisors.com, or call 800.471.PLAN for a complimentary initial consultation.  

This summer Weston Drama Workshop celebrates its 48^th Anniversary Season. Participants entering grade six through age 23 will present Children of Eden, Honk! The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Alicia in Wonder Tierra.  Registrations are in progress.  Auditions will be in May, rehearsals begin the end of June, and performances will be in late July. Rehearsals and performances will be at Regis College Fine Arts Center, Weston. For further information contact Sue Ryan at 781.893.1896 or visit www.westondramaworkshop.org.

The Natick Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) will present “A Fresh Taste” on Thursday, June 17^th from 6-9 pm at Elm Bank in Wellesley. WCVB-TV, Channel 5’s Susan Wornick will serve as Honorary Chair and Master of Ceremonies.  Tickets are $50.00 per person with all event proceeds benefiting the Natick Visiting Nurse Association, a not-for-profit home health care agency serving towns from Wellesley to Westborough.  For more information or to reserve tickets contact Patsy Rossetti at 508-653-3081, extension 1251, or prossetti@natickvna.org.

Centinel Financial Group, LLC of Wellesley Hills announced that six of their associates have been selected as FIVE STAR Wealth Managers^SM for 2010.  Adam M. Sachs, CFP^®, Stuart H. Armstrong II, CFP^®, Scott W. Holden, Ruth R. Petty, MSFS, John W. Hwee and Christopher F. Fulton were each recognized in the February 2010 issue of Boston magazine.  Managers were evaluated on customer service, integrity, knowledge, expertise, communication, value for fee charged, meeting of financial objectives, post-sale service, quality of recommendations and overall satisfaction.  

Jeff McLinden, President of J.M. Construction Co., an award-winning residential design/build   construction firm located in Medway, announced that the company received its EPA certification to conduct lead-based paint activities and renovations. This certification is awarded after the successful completion of a rigorous program that covers procedures and practices in lead safe renovations. Lead-based paint in the home poses a health hazard to family members, especially during renovations when dust containing lead paint particles can easily be inhaled and/or spread.

The Next Level Personal Training Studio, located at 9 Crest Road, Suite 12B in Wellesley, has recently celebrated the first anniversary at their new location.  Wellesley resident and co-owner Melody Tortosa has been working as a personal trainer for fourteen years.  Melody is also a registered nurse and has her master’s in social work. She is a highly regarded wellness coach who provides guidance in areas concerning weight loss, fitness, and lifestyle changes. She can be contacted at 781.929.2381 or MelodyTortosa@comcast.net.  

 Wellesley resident Mary Shea Wilson recently received recognition for her outstanding performance at Rutledge Properties and received a 2009 “Silver Award.”  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.\

Emily Giffin, the author of Heart of the Matter, will be at French Lessons in Wellesley for an in-store book signing event on Tuesday, May 18^th at 6:30 pm.  Guests can meet Giffin and enjoy refreshments and 15 percent off their purchases.  Giffin’s book features a young boy who is badly burned in an accident and treated at Children’s Hospital in Boston.  French Lessons will donate 10 percent of their sales from the evening to MGH Children’s Hospital. 

Kertzman & Weil, LLP was recently honored as the 2010 Business of the Year by the Wellesley Chamber of Commerce.  The award recognized the firm’s outstanding level of service and commitment to its clients and the community. Kertzman & Weil, LLP attorneys David Kertzman, Amy Reich Weil, Larry Shind, and Eunice Chung specialize in real estate and land use law, and are located at 40 Grove Street in Wellesley.  To learn more about their practice, visit them at www.kertzmanweil.com or call 781.237.8701.  

Panoply Day Spa is the exclusive retailer of My Girl’s Radiation Cream in Wellesley.  Their location in close proximity to the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Vernon Cancer Center at Newton Wellesley Hospital is convenient for women undergoing radiation therapy who seek a natural calendula-based cream to protect their skin from radiation burns.

Georgette Swan of Stuart Swan Furniture announced her affiliation with Chatham Real Estate. A 25-year resident of Chatham and a member of the Cape & Islands Association of Realtors, she has assisted clients in acquiring second homes and in designing their interiors. Georgette and her husband Stuart have introduced a sophisticated new line of painted furniture at their Wellesley store – Somerset Bay- a fresh coastal look of summertime colors. Visit www.stuartswanfurniture.com and www.chathamrealestate.com. 

As part of its commitment to the Wellesley and Weston communities, Krauss Dermatology will now offer urgent care consultations on Monday afternoons. Appointments with Pamela Norden, MD will be reserved for patients with time-sensitive dermatologic problems.  Krauss Dermatology provides a full range of medical and cosmetic services to enhance patients’ health and help them look and feel their best. To schedule an appointment, call 781.416.3500.  To learn more, visit www.kraussderm.com.

Forever Young Laser and Skin is expanding its business in Wellesley Hills.  Certified Medical Aesthetic nurse and founder Tracy Korby welcomes registered nurses Dayle Solomont and Linda Ciampa to her staff.  Solomont and Ciampa are also certified medical aesthetic nurses and have trained extensively under Korby.   The team is overseen by board certified plastic surgeon Kenneth Marshall and offers cutting edge skin care with an aesthetic edge.    

Michael Ferzoco, principal of Eleven Interiors, is the recipient of this years’ PRISM (Prestigious Results in Sales and Marketing) Award for “Best Interior Design – Living Space” from the Builder’s Association of Greater Boston. Eleven Interiors develops distinct, stylish, and functional interiors. To learn more about Eleven Interiors, located at 535 Albany St. in Boston, call 617.423.1114 or visit them online at www.eleveninteriors.com. 

Stone Event Planning of Cambridge was recently picked as a “Top Wedding Professional” by the Knot’s “Best of Weddings” for 2010 and was featured on WBZ-TV, National Public Radio, and in the Boston Herald. Owner and new Wellesley resident Gabrielle Stone is known for creating exquisite and memorable weddings, showers, birthdays, and other milestone events for her clients and also works on corporate and non-profit events. Visit her website at www.stoneeventplanning.com.  

Matt Gramer, president of NatureWorks, has been appointed 2010 president of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Massachusetts organization. NatureWorks is a premier residential landscaping company providing design, installation, maintenance, and garden services to discerning clients south of Boston. For additional information about NatureWorks, located at 1660 Main St. in Walpole, visit their website at www.natureworkslandscape.com, or call 508.660.3139.

Mary Beth Grimm of Prudential Town and Country Real Estate in Wellesley has received the “Leading Edge Sales Award” for 2009 by Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. This recognition is earned by the top six percent of sales associates nationwide. Appointed Vice President in 2007, Mary Beth has been a consistent award winner in sales in the nine years she has been with Prudential including the very prestigious Top Producer and Chairman Gold Circle Award. 

California Closets is a proud partner of the American Cancer Society & the Relay for Life – Wellesley, Needham & Dedham.   As part of this partnership, California Closets presents the 2010 Home Storage Solutions Sweepstakes.  Visit the Web site www.californiaclosets.com/natick/relay-for-life  and complete the survey to have your name entered into the sweepstakes to win California Closets solutions for your home. California Closets will donate five dollars to the American Cancer Society for every survey completed.  Call 1.800.225.6901 for more information.

Elite Media Solutions, a home entertainment design and installation business, recently partnered with the W Boston Residences as the preferred A/V vendor.  Owner Brian Gibson quickly signed on to install the A/V systems for four of the seven “show residences.”  Look for events at the W this summer that showcase the space and design talent.  To learn more about this project or to find out how Elite can help with your home entertainment system visit www.elitemediasolutions.com or call 781.237.2929.

A Blade of Grass Landscape Design and Maintenance, LLC is launching irrigation and lawn maintenance divisions this spring. Owner Jim Douthit and his team have been creating and maintaining lush, beautiful gardens in the Weston and Wellesley areas since 1994, and the company is looking forward to offering more comprehensive landscape management options. 

 S+H Construction has been named Boston Home Magazine’s 2010 “Best Classic Contractor,” complementing their 2007 “Best of Boston” General Contractor Award and the 2008 “Best of Boston Home” Kitchen Remodeling Award. S+H specializes in residential and historic renovations, custom home building, renewable energy, landscaping, and site work. To learn more about S&H Construction, located at 26 New Street in Cambridge, visit them online at www.shconstruction.com or call 617.876.8286.

The Monogrammed Cottage opened its doors on April 1st showcasing a variety of items for ladies, men, children, babies, and the home.  Customers are encouraged to bring their own items to be monogrammed. Stop by to see the ever changing inventory at 25 Crest Road, inside the Arcade Monday through Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Owner Barbara O’Keeffe can be reached at 617.827.0238 if you would like to schedule an appointment outside of business hours.

Page Waterman Gallery, well-known for its history of beautifully-designed store windows, has teamed up this spring with Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors to create a window display with style and elegance. Page Waterman Gallery, located at 26 Church Street in Wellesley, provides the distinctively framed art, and Jill Litner Kaplan uses her taste and expertise to design a stage in which homeowners can envision how to incorporate fine art with their own home décor. Visit www.pagewaterman.com. 

Faber’s Rug Co., located at 9 Central Street in Wellesley, offers flooring for every room in the home, including home gyms.  This rubber flooring is water and mold resistant and comes in a wide variety of colors and materials. Founded more than 50 years ago, Faber’s Rug Co. specializes in a wide variety of flooring including broadloom, oriental rugs, cork, tile, and wood.  The showroom is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Call 781.235.5996.  

Weston resident Craig Tanny is one of the owners of a new mortgage broker/lender firm, Mortgage Equity Partners (MEP) that specializes in the origination of JUMBO mortgages. Tanny has more than eighteen years of experience as a top-producing residential loan officer, and the company’s management and originators have more than 100 years of combined experience in the mortgage industry.  For more information visit www.mortgageequitypartners.com.

Bella Sante recently welcomed master colorist Griselda Dion to its staff.  For over a decade Griselda has shown her appreciation for natural beauty by educating her clients on how to enhance their look. “I establish a relationship of trust and confidence with each of my clients so that I may address their hair color needs,” say Griselda.  Bella Sante is located at 190 Linden Street in Wellesley.  For more information on all of the spa’s products and services, visit www.bellasante.com.

The Upper Crust Pizzeria has opened at 99 Central Street in Wellesley.  The restaurant has 17 other locations throughout the Boston area and is known for its award-winning pizza “using fresh ingredients in traditional and unexpected ways on top of a flavorful crust.”  Visit www.theuppercrustpizzeria.com.

Highland Meadows homeowners in Weston enjoyed yet another dimension of luxury when they recently experienced the fine cuisine of renowned Chef and Owner Ming Tsai of Wellesley’s award-winning Blue Ginger Restaurant.  The invitation-only dinner and cooking demonstration by Chef Ming Tsai was held in Highland Meadows’ national award-winning model home. The dinner was part of a series of special events at Highland Meadows where homeowners can socialize and meet prospective owners. 

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is located at 465 Huntington Avenue in Boston.  To order tickets, e-mail MuseumCouncil@mfa.org or call 617.369.3268.  Museum Council members receive a $50 discount on all tickets.

All proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction were donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Photos by Beth Furman – beth@wellesleywestonmagazine.com