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Fall Message from ThreeVillagePeople.com

Welcome to ThreeVillagePeople.com. This Fall we celebrated our first birthday, and with more than 160 members and an average of 12,000 hits a month things are looking positive. I think You will enjoy hearing about our neighbors in this bumper Fall addition of ThreeVillagePeople.companion, which was compiled and written by our talented editor Charlene Burton. If you would like to be a part of our bustling village please contact us at 631 689 7260 or email us at info@threevillagepeople.com.
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Villager in the Spotlight:
Augusta Sissler - Founder of the World Adhesion Organization -
One Woman, Making a Huge Difference!
by Charlene Burton

Augusta Sisler

Sitting across from Augusta Sisler, you would think she hasn't a care in the world. Her bright smile and twinkling eyes reveal none of the suffering or heartache that she has endured during the past several years. When she speaks, all that shines through is her intelligence, wit, and optimism. You would never guess that she has had dozens of surgeries or that she is in almost constant pain. Augusta, "Gus," suffers from Adhesion Related Disorder or Scar Tissue Disease, a little known but life altering condition which generally occurs after a surgery or trauma.

Adhesions are internal bands of scar tissue and are almost an inevitable consequence of surgery. Sometimes this scar tissue can go astray and attach itself to abdominal walls or other organs, wreaking internal havoc. Subsequent complications include bowel obstruction infertility, pain, and difficulties during future surgeries. Although some consider adhesions to be the most common problem related to surgery, odds are that the average person has never even heard of them. Insurance companies, and even some doctors, are not familiar with the devastating effects of adhesions. "This is not a condition that is addressed at length in medical school," Gus explains. Perhaps that is why she was told repeatedly that "adhesions don't cause pain; it's all in your head." The lack of knowledge and support are probably the hardest part of dealing with this disease.

Mostly women who have had abdominal surgeries are targeted, including gynecological or obstetric procedures; however adhesions can occur with any surgery, even dentistry. Gus seems to have suffered in all areas, at one point having 60 pounds of fluids on her legs after having had a 12 hour surgery to detach her liver stomach, ovary and small intestines from her abdominal wall.

In spite of living with the consequences of this debilitating disease, Gus will not be deterred. Her passion and resolve to make a difference for those suffering along with her make her a force to be reckoned with.

Five years ago, she started the World Adhesion Foundation so that "no one would suffer the loneliness like I did." Once she created the group, she discovered two more fellow Adhesion sufferers who wanted to team up with her in her fight; Donna and Melissa. They refer to themselves fondly as "The Three Adhesioneers." I spoke with Donna by phone because the adhesions in and around her spine have caused her to lose all feelings in her legs, making it impossible for her to drive. She is also in constant pain. Telling her story was an emotional experience for her, especially when she spoke of everyone questioning her sanity. Dedicated to helping others, she explains “I want to help as best I can because when I needed help, I relied on my family; not everyone has that.” Donna was also fortunate to have Dr. Colin Brathwaithe, affiliated with Stony Brook hospital, on her side. He took her pain seriously and made it his business to seek out information and solutions. He is currently working on a barrier to prevent adhesions from sticking to abdominal walls. As fate would have it, Gus' doctor and advocate was also Dr. Colin Brathwaithe. By coincidence, or luck, Donna and Gus were recuperating from adhesion removal surgeries at the same hospital during the same time period. Dr. Bratwaithe introduced them and they formed an immediate bond. Donna spoke from the heart, “Not that I would ever wish this on anyone, but it was a relief to know that I wasn't alone.” Melissa, another patient, reached out for support on the internet, and thus became the third member of the trio. Melissa concentrates mostly on patient support, Donna, as an RN, helps deal with and clarify medical aspects, while Gus, in the medical field as well, handles everything else.

To list Augusta's accomplishments would be nearly impossible, but she has utilized every possible means available to her to fight for research, education, and patient support. With the help of her lawyer, Ron LeVita, she became the first woman in NY State to receive Medicare for this condition and went on to address the NYS Senate on this issue. She has enlisted the help of local neighbors such as Mike Jr. at Three Village Chemists, who helps out in any way he can, including soliciting donations. With a small home office and limited funds, Gus has managed to raise thousands in stock certificates from various companies. Her diligent fundraising efforts enabled her to donate $125,000.00 to the Stony Brook Foundation, who is involved in researching the disease. If you were looking for a leader to champion a cause, Gus Sisler is definitely the woman you would want at the helm. She is an inspiration, not only to people with this disease, but for anyone who faces a challenge. She does not feel sorry for herself, nor does she take no for an answer. I was truly humbled speaking with her.

Gus has already achieved so much in five years, but there is still work to be done. “My true dream is to have a separate research center over at Stony Brook where patients and their families can stay while they have their surgery done.” For now, she does what she can with the organization’s limited funds. She makes sure that every patient that comes to Stony Brook for Adhesion surgery has a TV and a phone. During her own hospitalizations, she noticed that people often cannot afford the ten dollars a day for stays that can be quite long. She knew this was a simple way to help, creating a much more comfortable environment and giving the patient one less thing to worry about. The organization also helps patients navigate the disability system. Additionally, the foundation has several patients from other parts of the country who dream of coming to see Dr Brathwaite, including Debbie Stringer from Ohio and Cecilia from Michigan, so that they might receive surgery that could change their lives. These women are suffering terribly and do not have the resources to travel, nor the doctors locally with the necessary knowledge and skills. Gus is looking for people to donate their flier miles to help make these dreams come true. She is also looking for a grant writer who would be willing to work on commission.

With additional support and resources, there is no telling what this incredible woman will achieve. That is why we are so very proud to have her as a neighbor in our Village and extremely delighted to put her in the Spotlight.


You can find Augusta Sisler in Health and Beauty Way on ThreeViallgePeople.com
If you’d like to make a donation, please visit the website at: www.adhesionsfoundation.org

You can find Dr. Brathwaite in suite on Health and Beauty Way.

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Here is a poem that captures the essence of life out here on the…..

East End by Michael Domino.

Mike Donimo Poet

Even though it‘s been unusually mild, Autumn is upon us. Another opportunity to marvel at the joy of living here on the beautiful north shore of Long Island, as the trees turn and the air feels crisp and fresh. Gearing up for another year of school and work and holidays, our little village is alive with many new inhabitants and activities. The newsletter has a lot of valuable information and tips as we transition into the cooler weather.

We start out with Michael Domino’s poem East End. This poem, for me, captures the transition from summer to fall. The photo is by Michael as well. You can find lots more wonderful work by Michael in the Writer’s Hall or at his website.

Vine Yard

East End



Chk. Chk, Chk, Chk : Big Sprinkler
Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh: Wind Mill Blades
Grrrrr… Grrrrrr. Grrrrrrr : Dusty Tractor
Farm Stand Painting of ear of corn on plywood. “Local Corn”

Fresh Picked Long Island :

Peaches
Apples
Lettuce
Beets
Cucumbers
Tomatoes
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Onions
Blue Berries

Fresh Baked:

Pies
Zucchini Bread
Carrot Muffins
Wheat Bread

Nice Scenery:

Pumpkins ripening on the vine
Corn Fields
Sod Farms
Vineyards
Wine Tasting
Farm Houses and Barns


“Yes the Eggplant was picked this morning, right
over there. My husband picks all these vegetables fresh
each morning. Are you going to grill it or make Parmesan?”

“Excuse me?”

“Grill it or Parmesan?”

“Oh, oh, Parmesan, of course”




Michael Domino
North Fork, Long Island
Sound Avenue
September 8, 2007


Copyright 2007
Michael Domino
Setauket, NY
www.mikedomino.com

You can find Michael Domino In the reading Room at ThreeVillagePeople.com



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An engaging and timely article about telecommuting...

Business Case for a Tea Room
by Serge Baduk
September 2007
serge baduk

It first occurred to me during this year's Cannes Films Festival, while I was sitting in a cozy tea room,
sipping my chai and watching the crowds of passers by. The street was flooded with artsy rubbernecks
and movie fans. The tea room was full too, busy servants, hardly enough space to move between the
tables. I imagined this tea room on a quieter day, in a less densely populated area, even in a colder
climate zone. The tea room would then be an ideal place to ... work! Yes, not just relax and saturate
yourself with exquisite beverages from far-away places, but to open a laptop and actually concentrate
on business. And that's when I thought that such a place would be an excellent addition to the existing
array of coffee shops in our Three Village area. Instead of artsy rubbernecks on the lookout for Brad
Pitt or Angelina Jolie, our tea room could be filled with telecommuters like myself, doing work
somewhere between the office and the home. And given the rapid growth of the telecommuting trend,
we could fill up the place pretty fast.
Telecommuting, for those who are not yet familiar with the term, stands for doing office work without
actually going to the office, or working from home. Given that in the Three Village area many of us
spend 4 hours a day on a train to and from NYC, this trend might be a great savior. Just think about
saving 1,000 hours of your life every year! And today's technology makes the telecommuting
phenomenon more and more affordable. Low cost high speed Internet, wireless connectivity,
Blackberries, on-line meetings, chat and teleconferencing on one hand, and skyrocketing fuel prices,
traffic jams and constant cost reduction pressures on the other. Both employees and employers benefit
from telecommuting. The former have more time to spend with their families, while the latter drive
higher profits by reducing real estate expenses. Many well established brick and mortar companies
already have half of their staff working some or most days from home. According to Gartner research,
13 million people will telecommute in 2008 in US, compared with 6 million in 2000.1
Telecommuting requires a certain mind shift in management approach. Instead of management by
observation, employers learn to manage by results. But once the new management model takes root,
telecommuting becomes an accepted norm, rather than a perk. And given that both employees and
employers practice it, working from home will become more and more common.
But do telecommuters always work from home? The answer is no. Some of us have to telecommute
while away from home, staying at a hotel while on a business trip, for example. For others home is not
an ideal place for concentration. First of all, a home office may not be adequately equipped. More
importantly, home is a place with too many distractions: TV, pets, children. My friend from Setauket
runs a company overseas. He does not have an office on Long Island, so when at home, he works from
the basement. He complains that during the summer school break working from home is very difficult:
children demand attention. It is hard to say no when your child asks to play with you or wants to show
you his new drawing.
So what does a telecommuter do in such a case? Locking up the basement door is one option, but
another is to jump in the car and go somewhere close-by where the environment is suitable for work.
To my knowledge, the Three Village area offers the following possibilities:
1. Starbucks or similar coffee shops;
2. Coffee shops and seating areas in large book stores, such as Barnes and Noble or Borders;
3. Libraries.
None of the above, however, was built with telecommuters' needs in mind. Instead, they adapted to the
growing mass of customers coming with their laptops. And as a result, these establishments satisfy only
some, but far from all the telecommuters' needs. For example, Starbucks has nice atmosphere and good
coffee, but no free wireless Internet. You can use wireless only if you pay T-Mobile for the service. At
libraries there is no coffee and you can not use your cell phone. And none of the above offer shared fax
and printer peripherals. Nonetheless, people keep using these establishments as remote office spaces,
since there is no better alternative. Just take a look at the clientèle of the Setauket Plaza Starbucks,
there are always people typing and sipping latte at the same time.
Are there profit opportunities in this area? I think so. Given the growing demand for office space away
from office, and lack of adequate supply, I believe we will soon see commercial establishments , such
as coffee shops, catering more and more to the telecommuters' needs, or even building their entire
business model from it. And if there isn't enough telecommuters yet, Stony Brook college students will
fill up the vacant space. Just reserve the most comfortable table for me, please.
About the author: Serge has 10 years experience in the Information Technology
industry, servicing clients anywhere in USA and overseas, and telecommuting on
Fridays. He has been living in East Setauket for the last 6 years with his wife, two
children and a Belgian Shepherd dog.

1. New York Times, Dec. 3, 2006, “When Work Time Isn't Face Time”,
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/12/03/business/yourmoney/03mgmt.html
5: Autumn is in the air……and October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month leaves

Joining in the Battle:

Positive Chicks and Denise Lee Salon…Villagers making a difference!

by Charlene Burton

Here is a glimpse at 2 of our fellow villagers who are making a difference in the battle against breast cancer.

Positive Chicks
What do you call three friends who are using uplifting words as a tool to combat the negative, demeaning messages on contemporary clothing? POSITIVE CHICKS! Positive Chicks is a newly launched company that “promotes healthier living by way of a better attitude, a life of gratitude and a fun look at life.” They have a line of tee shirts and yoga pants that have inspiring words written on them, spelled in unusual ways. These moms turned entrepreneurs are no strangers to the business world, a labor and delivery nurse, a Professor of Business, and a freelance writer: Each brings their own special flair and unique talents to the company.

When I found out that this company, not even a year old, was already involved with giving back to the community, I wondered how they could possibly manage it. The key to their success lies in their positive attitude, strong faith, and the ability to provide hope. They wanted to help people suffering with breast cancer from their inception, instead of waiting until they were a more established organization. Jen Sloat, one of the three owners, said that “it’s important to pay it forward in your community.” So they chose the South Fork Breast Cancer Coalition which was founded by Suzie Roden, someone the “chicks” greatly admire. Her full story can be found on their website: http://positivechicks.com/t-energizers.aspx In a desire to support the Coalition, the company has found fun and empowering ways to help. At a recent fundraising race they donated healing hampers filled with goodies including their inspiring tee shirts. These prizes were given to the breast cancer survivors who finished LAST! What a positive twist!

Most companies in their first year are so focused on the bottom line; they don’t have a chance to even think about helping others. These women somehow manage to do it, living up to the values they are trying so hard to promote. Makes me want to buy a tee shirt and say thanx:)

Denise-Lee Salon
When Denise Hogharty and Lisa Stavroulakis realized their dream of opening a Salon together, little did they know that this dream would be sidetracked by tragedy. Shortly after the opening of the Denise-Lee Salon, Denise was diagnosed with breast cancer. Sadly, the cancer had metastasized and she passed away six months later. It was a devastating blow to the friends who loved her, but Lisa, along with her husband Greg, has seen to it that the Salon that bears her friend’s name continues to flourish. The Stavroulakis’ have also been long time supporters and contributors to the fight against breast cancer. Lisa was involved with Cut for a Cure at the salons that she had worked at previously. After Denise’s passing, the Denise-Lee Salon hosted Cut for a Cure for three consecutive years, along with raffles and other fundraising endeavors. They collected $4,800-$6,500 per year with their efforts. When I spoke with Greg, he was excited about plans for the future to contribute in different ways. I see their commitment to breast cancer research as a tribute to their friend Denise, who lost her life to this terrible disease….I always think of her when I recommend their shop.

Congratulations and thank you to Positive Chicks and Denise-Lee Salon for making a difference in our community and for women everywhere!!!

denise lee pigs If you have been into Denise Lee Salon in Setauket, you may have noticed these two little pigs painted on the wall near the reception. The mural was a gift from a local artist to Denise and Lisa when they opened. When the artist heard of Denise's death she asked to come back and painted wings on the pig that represented Denise. Although the salon has since been redecorated the pigs still remain.

You can find Positive Chicks in the Shopping Street and Denise Lee Salon in the Neighborhood House.

6: Autumn leaves are falling......... But you can hang on to a bit of summer by saving your blooms. Pinching Pansies tells us how. leaves

 

Hydrangea Help By Janet Cucharo Pinching Pansies on The Garden Path
FALL IS HERE! IT’S TIME TO………..

Hello fellow gardeners and happy fall to you! What a lovely time of year to put to bed the gardening season. Although some believe this is a good time for planting, I do not. I prefer to plant in the spring and clean up and propagate in the fall.
Janet
This summer was an outstanding season for my hydrangeas here in Setauket! My bushes were absolutely loaded with gorgeous blooms so….I dried them! Here’s the trick: Allow your hydrangeas their summer glory on the bush and enjoy them there. Fresh hydrangeas wilt almost immediately when placed in a vase.

Instead, wait until mid-August when the flowers begin to dry out naturally on the stems. Then, take those shears and begin cutting away. Cut long stems, medium stems, short stems. No need to tie them in bunches for hanging. Just place in containers…vases and buckets. If you like, add an inch or so of water to the bottom of the container but this is not necessary. In about a week your home will be graced with incredibly beautiful dried hydrangeas for use in arrangements, swags and wreaths.

Dried hydrangeas also take very well to spray paint. Go crazy. Paint them red for Christmas wreathes or burnt orange and gold for autumn arrangements!

Now is also is a great time to propagate hydrangeas. It’s easy. Take those long stems that are trailing on the ground and place a heavy stone or brick right in the middle. Prop up the remaining stem on a stake and by spring, they will most likely have rooted themselves. Then…just cut off its connection to its mother shrub, allow it a little time to become acclimated by itself and transplant it to another spot in your garden.

Plenty of chores will keep you busy in your garden well into November! But try to get out and enjoy some of the many fall festivals happening in the Three Villages this season. Let’s get growing….before it starts snowing!

Please email me at pinchingpansies@aol.com if you have any questions. Or visit my website: pinchingpansies.com. I apologize if the website is a little out of date…but I’ve been busy drying hydrangeas!

Happy gardening!


Janet Cucharo of Pinching Pansies can be found on the Garden Path at ThreeVillagePeople.com.

 
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Autumn is the time for a fresh start with school...so get organized and keep it that way.

The Top Ten Tips for Keeping Your Backpack Organized

by Eileen Koff

 

To the Next Level - Professional Organizer in Location

The top 10 tips to Keeping your Backpack Organized

1. Clear enough space on the bedroom floor or kitchen table to spreadout.
2. Have a large garbage pail or trash bag within reach.
3. Remove everything from the backpack and lay it out on the cleared surface.
4. Throw out the obvious garbage (candy wrappers, soda cans and any crumpled papers beyond recognition.
5. Take out what isn’t needed anymore such as the sweatshirt or sweater, library books no longer needed, returned assignments, borrowed items from friends etc.
6. Make a list of accessories that will make it easier for you to find what you’re looking for. A pencil case to hold the 10 pens and pencils, cell phone holder, bus pass holder or a keychain that attaches to the backpack.
7. Return items need to back pack after a good clean-out with wipes. Arrange books and binders in size order so everything will be easier to locate.
8. Assign everything a home. Learning to put things back on a regular basis so that eventually the student will know where to look for something when he needs it. Example: separate pockets into AM classes and PM classes or separate items according to use; ipod, music, games and accessories in one section, school work in another.
9. Fill out a luggage tag and put it in the backpack in case it gets lost.
10. Regular maintenance won’t take long. Sunday is a good day to go thorough the backpack to set the tone for the coming week.

Bonus tip:
Keep water bottles OUT of the backpack. Use backpacks designed to hold the bottles on the outside.
Eileen Koff Professional Organizer
631-553-0068

 

Eileen Koff of to the Next Level can be found in the Neighborhood House at ThreeVillagePeople.com

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Dryer Vent Wizard Q&A

Dryer Vent Wizard, (DVW),
Dry Clothes, Safe Homes Q & A’s

Dryer Vent logo

Q: How did Dryer Vent Wizard originate?
A: Dryer Vent Wizard was founded by David Lavalle, (also founder of the Mr. Handyman franchise) in 2004 in Boston, Massachusetts. The concept was created to meet the “urgent response” need of consumers who were dealing with clothes dryer problems. These problems were a result of dryer vent lint accumulation causing dryers to function inefficiently or not at all. The business originated as a result of finding no one specializing in this type of work.

Q: Why would someone pay to have their dryer vent cleaned out? It seems so simple. Couldn’t they do it themselves?
A: Time is a precious commodity for most people today. While cleaning a dryer vent may seem simple, DVW owners and technicians have specialized training, tools, materials and time to spend on correcting dryer vent problems. Busy households have an urgent need to get their dryers up and running and look to specialists like DVW help them get quick solutions to their dryer vent problems.

Q: I have never heard of anyone having a dryer vent problem or dryer fire. How big of a problem is it really?
A. According to a recent dryer fire study conducted by the United States Fire Administration (USFA), on average, dryer fires account for approximately 15,000 structure fires, 15 deaths, 400 injuries and $88 million in property damage annually. “Failure to clean” was cited as the leading cause of these fires. It’s evident that consumers are unaware that clothes dryer and dryer vent maintenance is necessary to keep dryers functioning properly and prevent dryer fires. The Consumer Product Safety Commission, (CPSC), and Consumer Reports confirm that dryer fires are a home safety issue and proper maintenance is key to keeping dryer functioning properly and preventing dryer fires.

Q: Are there warning signals that a dryer vent could be a problem?
A. Yes. When a consumer finds their dryer taking multiple cycles to dry clothes or keeps stopping during a cycle, the cause could be lint accumulation in the vent line causing the dryer to work inefficiently or not at all. Also, a moldy smell in the clothes could indicate moisture in the line, causing the dryer to work harder and less efficiently.

Q: What is the range of services that DVW offers?
A: Dryer Vent Wizard provides maintenance, inspection, cleaning, repairs, alterations and complete installation of dryer vent systems for residential and commercial customers.

Q: How much does it cost to have your dryer vent cleaned and replaced?
A: Since each household is unique, an estimate is provided after DVW technicians perform a 10 point diagnostic inspection. This inspection identifies the extent of the dryer vent problem and provides the basis of the estimate and solutions.

Q: Why don’t people just buy a new dryer?
A. Because the dryer is not the problem. It’s the lint accumulation or blockage in the vent causing the dryer to function inefficiently or not at all.

Q: Are there any other benefits to annual dryer vent maintenance besides making your dryer run more efficiently and prevent dryer fires?
A. While these are the primary benefits to dryer and dryer vent maintenance, consumers can look forward to lower energy bills as a result of the dryer not having to work so hard and long to dry clothes. In addition, clothes don’t wear out as quickly when they don’t have to go through multiple cycles.

Q: Is DVW doing anything to make consumers aware of the need to maintain their dryer and dryer vent annually in an effort to prevent dryer fires?
A: Absolutely. DVW technicians are trained to educate consumers about dryer maintenance and dryer fire prevention as much as they are trained to provide solutions to dryer vent problems. DVW is also involved in consumer awareness programs to increase consumer understanding of the importance of dryer maintenance and dryer fire prevention. Working with local fire departments, local and national fire prevention associations DVW is hopeful that heightened awareness will reduce the number of dryer fires annually. DVW has also joined efforts with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, (CPSC), and the U.S. Fire Administration, (USFA), in spreading the word about the need for annual maintenance.

In addition, DVW has also initiated a program called “Protecting Those Who Protect Us.” This program provides DVW services to local fire stations in areas DVW have franchisees. It makes sense that the folks who fight these fires should be looked after by DVW as well. Dryer Vent Wizard will also be involved in Fire Prevention month scheduled for October 2007.

For more information visit www.dryerventwizard.com or contact John Ryley at 631-744-1552.

John Ryley of Dryer Vent can be found in the Neighborhood House on ThreeVillage People.com
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Get to know your neighbors!
Omega


Steven Pagartanis left Greece at age seven to come to the United States, specifically the Bronx, New York. Speaking fluent Greek and no English, life in public school and adapting to American culture was difficult. However, his positive and ambitious nature always prevailed. Having a passion for sports in high school, he played baseball, hockey and football where he became an outstanding athlete. Steven also played semi-pro soccer as a goal keeper for the Riverdale Strikers.

Continued ambition and drive would mold Steven's future. He never accepted second best for any adventure he undertook. He attended Iona College, then became a sales manager for a machinery company in the dry cleaning industry. He continued on into the insurance, financial services industry where he was awarded Rookie of the Year in his first year at Prudential. He has held several management positions for Prudential, John Hancock and Guardian, recruiting and training over one hundred sales representatives. Steven has received six Presidential Citations, Academy of Honor and Client Builder Awards. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Round Table. He opened his own financial services company in May 1996. This self made Greek immigrant knows how to make his clients feel secure about their finances because of his expertise, concern and professionalism.

Living 14 years in the community with his wife and two children, he believes in giving back. He continues to coach basketball for the Three Village for the past four years. He is the Long Island Business Advantage's financial advisor and is a sponsor and supporter of the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook. Steven is an approved financial advisor for Boces, helping educators with their financial planning. He was named Top Advisor in 2005 and 2006 for Cadaret Grant and holds the designations of RIA and LUTCF


Steven Pagartanis of Omega Planning can be found in Professional Avenue at ThreeVillage People.com

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Rosalba Campitiello/East End Interiors
by Debra Vessa-Cleary
East End Interiors

 

East End Interiors: An Historic Journey

by Debra Vessa-Cleary

As a child growing up in Italy, Rosalba Savino found herself surrounded by some of the world’s most beautiful architecture not to mention some of the most influential works of art. Strolling down cobblestone walkways often led to passages that inspired the heart of a young girl who would one day put pen to hand to create her own designs. Designs, says Rosalba, that were drawn from an incomparable inspiration that was once a part of her everyday life.


After coming to the United States and moving to New York as a teenager, Rosalba eventually married Nick Campitiello and had three children. Always having had a passion for interior design, she took an introductory course while her children were young and, juggling school and motherhood, soon enrolled part time in Parson’s School of Design.


While Rosalba Campitiello was still a student, then living on Long Island, Georgianna’s Interiors opened its doors for the first time in Patchogue. Hoping to acquire a part time position, Rosalba approached Georgianna. The small interior design firm that had just begun its operation did not need any assistance at the time but, never one to give up; Rosalba approached them again – and again – finally bringing with her a recent school project. Impressed by her designs, the owners decided to hire Rosalba one day a week on Saturdays.


Rosalba’s relationship with Georgianna Interiors eventually grew to a full time position with her dedicating more time as her children grew older. Five years later when Georgianna retired, she proposed that Rosalba take over the business. Rosalba and Nick acquired Georgianna’s Interiors and kept the name for the next four years while continuing to provide an upscale venue. Deciding to offer a more expansive product selection they moved to a larger location and renamed the business East End Interiors.


Over the next fifteen years East End Interiors would move twice, each time to a larger location, and expand from a two-person team to a staff of ten. Eventually, William Johnson, a fashion professional who also possessed a flair for innovative and eclectic design, would join the team. Now with East End Interiors for fourteen years, Bill has become an integral part of the business and has proved a talented designer whose work provides an extraordinary compliment to the firm.
Today, two of Rosalba’s children work in the business as well as her husband Nick. East End Interiors is also currently in the process of restoring an historic building located in Bohemia for occupancy in 2008. This building will house an extensive display of furniture and accessories along with a state-of-the-art design studio.


Various influences in art and design have helped to create East End Interiors’ unique design team. From the heart of a young girl growing up in Italy to the creative eye of a designer, Rosalba Campitiello has established a design approach that offers its clients a diverse blend of creativity while providing an extensive collection of exceptional resources.

 
11. Autumn is filled with lots to do and learn... The Three Village Community Trust Event Calendar
leaves

Sept. 19
@ 7:30pm
Wednesday

Watershed Stewardship Planning: a Model for ACTION. Presented by Robert Freudenberg of the Regional Plan Association (RPA).

Rain-flooded streets, ponds in distress, beaches closed for days after rain storms, shoaling of creeks and harbors – all are signs of strain on our environment and quality of life. Learn how we can successfully take action to restore and protect our precious coastal resources.
Place: Setauket Neighborhood House Board Room

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Sept. 26
@ 7:30pm
Wednesday

The Community Preservation Fund: Ballot initiative to provide continuous funding for land preservation.

Kevin McDonald of The Nature Conservancy will discuss this important Town of Brookhaven initiative to enable citizens to make an informed choice on Election Day. Spread the word -- get your friends and neighbors to attend this important forum.

Photographs of our disappearing landscape by Granville Fairchild will be on display.

Co-sponsor: Civic Assn. of the Setaukets & Stony Brook.
Place: Setauket Neighborhood House Ballroom

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Oct. 6
Saturday
9am – 4pm



Harbor Day.
Join us at the Gamecock Cottage!

Arrive by boat, bicycle or on foot!

“Walk West Meadow” with John Turner, Town of Brookhaven. Local organizations are sponsoring events throughout the Stony Brook Harbor! Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 7

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Oct. 24
@ 7:30 pm
Wednesday

Maintaining Community Character

Robert Reuter will present this program on historic preservation produced by the American Planning Association and will lead a discussion following the video.

Place: Setauket Neighborhood House Board Room

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Nov. 29
@7:30 pm
Thursday

Third Annual Celebration
“An Evening with Carl Safina”

Oceanographer and author, Carl Safina will talk on “How the Oceans are Changing: What it Means for Wildlife and People.”

Good company, wine and h’ors oeuvres, prizes and exhibits.
Drawing for painting by Christian White, Skies over the Three Village Inn - $25/ticket – Only 200 available.

Reservations please: $30/person - $50/couple

Place: Setauket Neighborhood House Ballroom

For Information: P.O. Box 2596, Setauket, NY 11733
631.689.0225
www.threevillagecommunitytrust.org

12.t and d dog Training

"ASK THE DOG TRAINER"

Tom Hauser of T and D dog training would like to help you slove your fall doggy problems...

SEND YOUR QUESTIONS TO: TDDOGTRAINING@AOL.COM

You can find Tom in the Neighborhood House on ThreeVillagepeople.com

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13.
 Village Voices
Charlen Burton
Village Voices
By Charlene Burton

One of the nice things about threevillagepeople.com is that we are truly becoming a community where we support each other and applaud one another’s successes. Village Voices will be a place for us to keep you up to date on how members of our community are flourishing.

Over the summer, two of our neighbors were quoted in prominent publications:

Albert DeStefano of Generation Power Systems was quoted in Newsday regarding comments made at a Catastrophe Readiness program in Centereach. You can read the article at http://generationpowersystems.com/5.html

Collette Frey-Bitzas, a financial planner specializing in helping female business owners thrive and succeed, was quoted in an article which appeared in the NY Post. She discussed the challenges that divorced women face when re-entering the job market. It’s apparent that Colette understands the special and changing financial needs of women today.


http://threevillagepeople.com/ads/proavenue/colettefrey/index.html


Congratulations also to Wendy Martin and threevillagepeople.com! An article appeared in The Three Village Herald discussing the web site. It also celebrated its first birthday at the beautiful Three Village Inn with two scrumptious cakes baked especially for the occasion by Lance Kindberg of Prestige Personal Chef Services. http://threevillagepeople.com/ads/foodhall/catering/prochef.html


If you have some good news or accomplishments to share with us, please submit it to editor3vp@aol.com and put Village Voices in the subject.
 

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