Newburyport author speaking at fundraiser March 8
NEWBURYPORT — Jeanette Isabella, Newburyport author, speaker and life coach, will be a guest speaker at the North Shore Women's Expo 2008 on Saturday, March 8, at the Salem Waterfront Hotel, 57 Wharf St., Salem. The expo benefits the Art for Life Foundation, North Shore Chapter. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $25 in advance, $35 at the door. Includes continental breakfast, light lunch. In addition to Isabella, other speakers include attorneys Jay Rudolph and Kathleen O'Connell of Beverly.
For additional information or tickets, call Jeanette Isabella at 978-255-2498 or Candice Clark at 978-998-7555.
Edward Jones hosts broadcast presentation March 11
NEWBURYPORT — Rosemarie Kountz, an Edward Jones financial adviser, will host a free satellite broadcast, "Plan, Protect, Prevent: Don't Be a Victim of Financial Fraud," at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, at Edward Jones, The Tannery, 50 Water St., Suite 322, Newburyport.
Financial fraud is not only a top consumer complaint, but also results in billions of lost dollars each year. Although financial fraud affects consumers of all ages, elder fraud is on the rise. According to a 2006 North American Securities Administrators Association survey, seniors accounted for 28 percent of all investor complaints to state securities regulators.
The interactive event is presented at select Edward Jones offices nationwide via the firm's private video network. To reserve a seat or for more information, call Rosemary Greene at 978-462-6774. For those unable to attend, additional viewing opportunities are available.
Runway Salon — Newbury Street meets Newburyport
NEWBURYPORT — Nino DeAngelis, stylist and founder of Runway Salon on Newbury Street in Boston, recently opened his second location in Newburyport. Nino and the Runway team are splitting their time between the original location and the newest expansion in Newburyport. The chic, ultra modern hair salon is specifically designed to fit every lifestyle and create the perfect look for each client. Customers can look forward to exceptional service in a unique and calming environment.
Clients at Runway Salon can expect the latest trends, styles and services without having to travel the distance to Newbury Street. Runway is the only full-service hair salon exclusively carrying Kerastase and is located in the historic Merrimack Landing at 1 Merrimac St., Suite 7. Hours are Monday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 978-463-0006 for an appointment.
Yeremian Associates flows with Hawk Measurement Systems
NEWBURY — Hawk Measurement Systems, based in Melbourne, Australia, and Phoenix, Ariz., has selected Yeremian Associates as its marketing/public relations agency for its worldwide efforts. Hawk is recognized as a world leader in level, positioning and flow measurement that provides cutting-edge equipment to the global industrial market. Hawk has 30 years of experience and a record of success in a wide range of areas including mining/mineral processing, water supply/waste water, bulk material handling and chemicals.
Yeremian Associates is currently developing an international publicity program for product identity, case studies and technical articles. Yeremian Associates is a fully integrated, business-to-business marketing and advertising/promotional firm with 35 years of experience.
McGrath re-elected president of Essex County Ornithological Club
Sue McGrath, Newburyport resident and founder of Newburyport Birders, was re-elected for a third term as president of the Essex County Ornithological Club. Founded in 1916, women gained membership to the club in 1974 and in 2006 the club elected its first female president. McGrath was first elected president in January 2006.
ECOC promotes interest in the study of field ornithology and general natural history throughout Essex County. The club seeks to involve members in projects and pursuits to further such study.
McGrath served as a council member for several years prior to becoming president. Her interest in bird behavior, field study and designing educational programs will serve her well at the helm. The club conducts monthly meeting at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem.
TMS Architects wins two design awards
MANCHESTER, N.H. — TMS Architects was the recipient of two out of the five awards for Excellence in Architecture presented at the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Institute of Architects' 24th annual Awards Banquet at the New Hampshire Institute of Art.
Newburyport resident William Soupcoff of the AIA received a Merit Award for a private residence in New Hampshire's White Mountains. Designed by Soupcoff and Shannon Alther, also of the AIA, the self-sustaining home pays homage to the farmhouse that occupied the site from 1788 to 2004 while employing elements placing it firmly in the 21st century. The homeowners were motivated to re-create the traditional farmhouse vernacular, reuse as many of the old materials as possible, and employ local materials and craftsmen in the construction process. Jurors praised the traditional forms used with a more modern interpretation and commended the use of the many sustainable design elements.
TMS Architects also received an Honor Award for a private residence in Exeter, N.H. The project's architect, John Merkle of the AIA, was asked by the homeowners to make a small home, less than 600 square feet on the first floor, seem larger without expanding the footprint and make the small space more efficient and aesthetically integrated. Living space was incorporated into an existing porch and opened up the first-floor plan, providing an overall sense of space.
For more information, visit www.tmsarchitects.com.
Bernier Physical Therapy welcomes new staff
NEWBURYPORT — Physical therapist Dr. Richard Bernier and physical therapy assistant Amy Balentine welcome physical therapists Dr. Jessica Pakalis and John Wile to Bernier Physical Therapy Associates Inc., located in the Professional Building on Forrester Street.
Pakalis, having recently completed her doctorate work in physical therapy, has experience in orthopedics and pediatrics. Wile has nearly 20 years of experience in sports medicine and orthopedics, working with patients of all ages in the Greater Newburyport area. Pakalis and Wile are welcome additions to the staff. Together they are bringing exceptional skills and techniques, as well as expanded hours of service that include early-morning and evening hours.
Bernier Physical Therapy Associates Inc. has been providing physical therapy treatments to injured athletes, workers and the general public for nearly 30 years. For more information, call 978-465-2862.
Pet sitter attends parrot festival
SALISBURY — Veronica Atlantis, owner of Seaside Pet Minder pet sitting service, recently attended the Parrot Festival organized by the National Parrot Rescue and Preservation Foundation and held in Houston, Texas. The foundation rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes displaced parrots. The festival provided three days of educational seminars plus fundraising events for parrots in need of rehabilitation and homes.
Seaside Pet Minder is a pet-sitting service that covers the Newburyport area, specializing in pet birds as well as caring for dogs and cats. At the Parrot Festival, Atlantis attended seminars on avian nutrition, understanding parrot behaviors, updates on latest research on avian diseases and cloning of nearly extinct parrot species, plus holistic methods of caring for parrots to keep them well. She also met with the editor of Bird Talk magazine and representatives from popular bird food companies such as Zupreme. For more information, visit www.freewebs.com/seasidepetminder, e-mail seasidepetminder@hotmail.com or call 978-462-0207.
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