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Photography By this time next month we’ll be struggling to write down “2013” on our correspondence because the end of the year is only weeks away! And I must say, what a year this has been! As we enter into 2013, you will see the area’s leading women’s magazine, Syracuse Woman Magazine, on stands every month because we will officially be a true 12-month publication. We have many exciting things already planned and in the works so be ready to be wowed, Central New York! Our main feature in this edition is very special to us. Miss Judy Marnell epitomizes what it is to be a selfless, humble, generous and genuine human being. Miss Judy has found a place in her heart for everyone who has entered her life. As you turn to page 12 to learn more about her, it won’t take long to see why many say, she has a heart bigger than the Carrier Dome! She’s a remarkable woman who has reminded me what the true spirit of giving is all about and how the little things matter most.
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Since this edition is highlighting the final three weeks until Christmas, there are many holiday editorials featuring some of our past cover women. Check out page 22 and 23 to see what SWM’s cover women had to say about how they celebrate. We also welcomed back a past WBOC Leading Woman to help you prepare for the season of entertaining and hosting. Ann Marie Stonecypher shares her favorite parts about hosting a holiday gathering on page 19, and also she provides a tip or two on how you can accentuate your décor on a dime!
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Very briefly, I want to take a moment to reflect on all the wonderful women that were featured during our second year of publishing what has become a staple to the women in CNY, but the entire community. When I receive a phone call or an email, and sometimes handwritten letters (which I love!), from a woman telling me that someone’s story in SWM inspired her, made her happy, made her reflect or moved her to take action for a cause, then I know we’re doing our best to serve the community.
Each issue includes articles on health, fashion, fitness, finance, home matters, dining, lifestyle and personal perspectives, as well as a spotlight on local Syracuse women.
It’s our job to be the voice for women so their messages can be shared with others. It’s about that constant conversation, that constant buzz about women doing great things in CNY. With that said, I am grateful that I’m surrounded and supported by so many strong, intelligent women in my community. Many of these supporters took the time to nominate me for the 2012 honor of being named to the 40 Under Forty. It was without a doubt a wonderful surprise and great honor to win the award. But an even greater feeling came over me when I found out how many women perceived me as deserving of this award. Thank you, ladies, your support and encouragement are what help drive and motivate me to reach and surpass my goals. While you’re enjoying this time with family and friends (we will too!), be sure to stay caught up with us online at www.syracusewomanmag.com with a free online subscription, and with social media: www.facebook.com/SyracuseWomanMagazine and @SyrWomanMag. Also, stay caught up with me for SWM exclusives on Twitter: @ FarahJadran. Have a beautiful holiday and a grand New Year!
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Writer/director/producer Judd Apatow (‘The 40-Year-Old Virgin,’ ‘Funny People’) brings audiences ‘This Is 40,’ an original comedy that expands upon the story of Pete (Paul Rudd) and Debbie (Leslie Mann) from the blockbuster hit ‘Knocked Up’ as we see firsthand how they are dealing with their current state of life.
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Set against the backdrop of 19thcentury France,Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption. Hugh Jackman plays ex-prisoner Jean Valjean, hunted for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert (Russell Crowe) after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s (Hathaway) young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever.
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‘THIS IS MY JOURNEY’ A well-known Central New York force against breast cancer will be sharing her story on Dec. 10 at the Fayetteville Free Library. If you read the October edition of Syracuse Woman Magazine, you will recognize the name, Ann Marie Giannino-Otis, the founder of the Stupid Dumb Breast Cancer Blog. And if you didn’t read about her mission and her view on beating breast cancer, then attending her “This is My Journey” talk is your chance.
Get in the mood for the holidays as the East Syracuse Minoa’s Musical Theatre performs Irving Berlin’s classic “White Christmas” from Dec.13-15. There will be performances at 7 p.m. each night in the ESM Central High School auditorium with a matinee at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased during school hours at the high school or online using a printable form at www. esmschools.org/hsmusical for $9 each. The cast of this positive, uplifting musical includes Robert Schill as Bob Wallace; Steve Ali as Phil Davis; Sabreena Barbuto as Betty Haynes and Rhodothea Karagiannis as Judy Haynes and also Martin Campbell as General Henry Waverly; Kala Bush, Martha Watson; Grace Bousquet, Susan Waverly; Bryan Sweeney, Ralph Sheldrake; Gabby Davis, Rita; Annie Parks, Rhoda; Ben Lannon, Ezekiel Foster; Dylan Eicholtz,Mike; Elena Ravera, Tessie and Tristan Briggs as Jimmy. Ensemble and dance troupe members include Kat Abrams, Carly Baggett, Gina Brainard, Kiera Brown, Helaina Brundage, Anson Cheng, Hannah Cone, Danielle Conte, Chandler Cronk, Rebecca DeJohn, Audrey Flynn, Kelsey Hall, Jessica Hayes, Katie Lindsley, Gianna Mangicaro, Lauren Mannerberg, Phoenix Merritt, Caroline Meyers, Samantha Padham, Marshall Pokrentowski, Anne Marie Ranger, Timothy Ranger, Nicole Raulli, Riley Simone, Eric Sognefest, Natalya Tedesco, Anthony Thompson, Kristen Vollmer, Zack Worden and Nina Zesky. ESM teachers involved include Maureen Natali as director/producer, Steve Culhane as the orchestra director and Shawn Hebert as vocal director, while ESM student Bella Calabria is the assistant director. Darian Sundberg is set designer and Kevin Oliver is in charge of set construction. Angela Saturno is the choreographer and Debra Ritchey of CNY Costumes is handling costumes.
“I will share my thoughts, feelings, and distinctly unconventional approach to breast cancer in a slide show presentation of photos documenting my battle with the disease,” said Ann Marie. The talk is directed toward young women, older teens, cancer survivors, and their loved ones. The presentation seeks to enlighten and inspire the audience and demystify the processes and procedures related to treatment. “This is My Journey” is another in a growing number of Stupid Dumb Breast Cancer events designed to promote early detection, encourage advocacy, and generate an honest and straightforward conversation that continues long after the “official” Breast Cancer Awareness Month has ended. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the presentation begins at 7:30 p.m. The library seats 150 people, so please arrive on time. This is just another confirmation to the community support. Some of the photos will be on display in the library for the month of December, so be sure to check them out.
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The concept is simple. Each deck of City Dining Cards contains 50 $10 discount cards with savings to locally owned restaurants — each worth $10 off a food bill of $30 or more (tax, tip, and alcohol not included). Restaurants include Syracuse favorites such as Empire Brewing Company, Coleman’s, Funk N’ Waffles, and Pastabilities. Two wildcards hidden in the deck offer freebies at Recess Coffee and ProntoFresh.
Food Bank of Central New York is a not-for-profit organization working to eliminate hunger through nutritious food distribution, education and advocacy in cooperation with the community. We are the main food supplier to 268 emergency food programs. Our service area includes the 11 counties throughout central and northern New York. Learn more at www.foodbankcny.org.
“We wanted to create an easy and affordable way for people to discover new restaurants while helping to support and build their community,” says Patrick Finan, founder of City Dining Cards. “City Dining Cards provides a great opportunity for food lovers to discover those flavors and experiences you can only find in locally owned restaurants.” Demonstrating their pro-community mantra, City Dining Cards will donate five percent of all sales of the Syracuse edition to the Food Bank of Central New York, which is the main food supplier to 268 emergency food programs. A deck of City Dining Cards costs $20 and can be purchased online at www.citydiningcards.com and Syracuse-area retailers including Showoffs Boutique, Syracuse Real Food Co-op, and Lemons & Limes. Cards are valid now through Dec. 31, 2013. City Dining Cards is a pro-local marketing company that’s passionate
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Where we opt to do our shopping will speak volumes about where our loyalties lie. You might consider, if you have not already done so, supporting your local economy by doing your holiday shopping this season at your community retailers; shop small business. Entrepreneurship is one of the unique attributes that stand out to make our nation great and we should all have a hand in fueling that system. It’s fairly easy to head to the mall, browse the national chain stores and gather all that you need from one location. It’s even easier to sit the comfort of your home and get all of your shopping done with the click of a mouse. However, the memories that can be gained from searching for the perfect gift for a loved one at quaint local businesses are virtually priceless. You can often find items at a local retailer that you simply can’t find anywhere else-making the giftgiving experience all the more worthwhile. Last year, online purchases accounted for the highest percentage of Thanksgiving weekends’ sales. Online shopping is great for convenience, but it doesn’t support the small business owners of the Greater Rochester area that are working diligently everyday to fill a niche or service and advocate for their values. Buying local also gives consumers an opportunity to boost sustainability-always a plus in an environmental crisis. 2012 Holiday Spending Forecast
“In all the years, this is the most challenging year doing a forecast,” said Matthew Shay, president and CEO of the National Retail Federation based in Washington, D.C. “There are so many uncertainties.” Fifty-eight percent of consumers are more confident about the economy now that the election is over. thirty-eight percent say their buying habits will change this holiday season. Coupons, specialized Facebook offers and flash mob sales are some of the top shopping deals that are expected to be utilized. Consumers are still doing their research with the aid of buyer reviews, social media, celebrity endorsement and email blasts. Electronics, media-based products and clothing maintain their appeal as the most sought-after items for holiday spending. Predicting Holiday Spending Is Never Easy.
Take last year’s revenue for example. Overall sales were strong, but sales don’t tell the whole story. Retailers’ profits were eroded because they had to authorize an overwhelming amount of discounting to get shoppers to spend at all-particularly during the weeks just before Christmas.
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Top 3 Reasons To Shop Local: 1. Keeping Dollars in the Local Economy - Compared to chain stores,
locally-owned businesses recycle a much larger share of their revenue back into the local economy, enriching the whole community. Small businesses also make better use of already standing public infrastructures and services. Everyone in the neighborhood wins!
2. Job and Wages - Locally owned businesses create more jobs locally and, in some sectors, provide better wages and benefits than chains do. 3. Local Character and Prosperity - In an increasingly homogenized world, communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and distinctive character have an economic advantage and unique tourist appeal. Everyone hates to see their local Mom-and-Pop stores be forced out of business; consider every dollar you spend as a ballot cast in favor of these smaller, community-boosting retailers. It is also interesting to note that local businesses typically are the first ones to donate back into non-profits-making every purchase truly count for a greater good!
Small Business Saturday, was held on November 24, and suitably fell between Black Friday and Cyber Monday and served as the traditional kick -off to the holiday shopping season for independent retailers and restaurateurs. The day was created in response to small business owners’ most pressing need: more customers! “In just three years, Small Business Saturday went from an idea to help small business find more customers, to a permanent fixture on the holiday shopping calendar,” said Susan Sobbott, president, American Express OPEN. “According to the research, we are seeing the small business community take ownership of the day and make it their own.” Why Not Keep A Good Thing Going?
Get out and buy local this season, it’s certainly not a far drive to Main Street (yet another perk!). Park your car and enjoy perusing the Christmas window displays on foot; be proud of what your little town has to offer. As Michael Shuman said, author of “Going Local”, “Local ownership boosts local loyalty. It means that such difficult-to-quantify factors as community stability, cultural preservation, and civic pride enters business decisions along with traditional measures of profitability. And it gives the community a chance, even in an increasingly powerful global economy, to regain control over its own destiny.” Joan E. Lincoln owns Panache Vintage & Finer Consignment, Inc. in Rochester, www.joanlincoln.com
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Christmas is a time to sit back, reflect on life and remember the good in people. For “Miss Judy” Marnell, it is a time to reach out to those around her and whisper a small “thank you,” for the memories shared, warm encounters and kindness shown.
moved up to an assistant teacher. In each of these roles, she found a way to connect with the people around her. Her favorite part, however, was just being available to children in need. “It’s amazing what children can do with a little help,” she said.
Miss Judy never forgets people. In fact, she remembers each person who has come into her life in her 83 years. She remembers the conversations shared and the kindness people showed her, even if the encounter only lasted a few minutes.
Though Judy has long since retired from her position in the school district, she still keeps busy through the organizations of which she is a part. She is a member of the Red Hats, a group for women over 55. They gather at least every month to don red and purple hats and enjoy a nice meal together. She is also a member of an Irish Woman’s Organization that does charity work in the area. The group raises money for Vera House, sells tickets to raise money for Children’s Hospital and even collaborates on a quilt for Women’s Hospital. Their big project, however, is the Irish Festival that they volunteer at every year. Miss Judy said they make scarves and hats to sell at the event and that she has worked on the St. Patrick’s Day parade for many years. In 2012, she was even named “Gael of the Year” for her hard work and dedication to the parade.
During the holiday season, Miss Judy always extends a token of her appreciation to the people in her life. In an average Christmas season, she has about 275 people on her gift list of just family, friends and close associates. At the end of the season, though, she gives a little something to most people she comes into contact with and the number of gifts she gives is uncountable. They are not always lavish gifts. Sometimes she gives just a pair of gloves or a scarf, but it is by giving what she has that she lets people know how important they are to her. “It’s just amazing to watch someone open a package and see them get all smiley,” she said, a spirit of excitement evident in her eyes. When Judy came into the Syracuse Woman Magazine office, she clutched a brown expandable folder to her chest. I watched her own little smile tug at her lips as she unclipped the folder and started taking out pieces of paper of varying sizes and colors, laying them all carefully on the table. I picked up one of them and read it closely, then put it down and repeated the process with all the others. Each sheet of paper had words of gratitude etched on them, some in pencil, others in ink, and a few in crayon. Many of the “Thank You” notes were tattered and old, held together with tape and delicately handled by Miss Judy. A few apology letters were thrown in there, as well. A quick glance at the dates from the different letters showed that some of the letters in her collection dated back to 1970, while others were sent just last year. “This is nothing. You should see how many I have at home,” she said through the sound of shuffling papers. She thought this would be the best way to show her life’s work, because she doesn’t like to “toot her own horn.” Miss Judy has kept just about every “thank you” letter she has ever received, every picture any child has ever drawn for her and any card anyone has ever sent her. She even kept a blue flyer that she printed during her days as a teacher’s assistant. There is a small boy on the flyer, his hands clutched tightly together in prayer. Surrounding him in bold cursive lettering is, “I know I’m SOMEBODY---’cause GOD don’t make no JUNK!” I asked her about it, and she explained that some kids she used to work with came from a rough background and had a lot of confidence issues. She would show them this flyer in hopes that they would realize how important they were in this life. Children are born special, and she did her best to help them realize that. Miss Judy’s career in the local schools lasted for 33 years. She worked at Roosevelt Jr. High School, Clary Jr. High School and Huntington Elementary and High School. She started as a lunch aide, then worked as a hall monitor, followed by working on attendance cards and eventually
It is through these roles that Judy has composed her collection. One little girl colored her a picture that said, “I like you, Miss Judy,” with a heart in the middle. Another was drawn on lined paper with a smiley face at the end. It read, “Merry Christmas and happy holidays, from all your Syracuse fans,” in children’s handwriting. This sparked another interesting conversation — Miss Judy’s passion for Syracuse athletics. She is an avid Syracuse fan and frequently attends both football and basketball games at the Dome. She is also a proud member of a tailgating group that gets together before every game. Miss Judy showed her devotion during the interview in true spirit by wearing her Syracuse sweater, blue skirt and orange scarf. During the holidays, Miss Judy frequents the Dome in her orange Syracuse Santa hat, and shows her appreciation to the staff and fans. Be it at the Dome or in a store, Miss Judy believes in kindness and generosity. “It’s just nice that someone says to [people] once and a while, ‘Thank you.’ I believe in praising people,” she said. During the holidays, when Miss Judy has finished wrapping up all the gifts on her list, she loads them into her car and drives to different areas where she delivers them; her own personal “thank you,” for the kindness others have shown her. She doesn’t view her gift giving as an act of her own kindness but rather as a way to reconnect with people and pay it forward. The last letter I came across was a thank-you card for a gift Miss Judy had given. It reads, “First of all, thank you for being so kind generous and loving to my two boys. I’ve only met you a couple times, but it doesn’t take long to see that the entire Dome could probably fit into your heart. You are certainly a rare treasure, and it’s obvious that you bring a lot of love and joy to many people. You are an inspiration to everyone.” I don’t think I’ve ever believed a statement more than at the conclusion of my interview with Judy. Right before she departed, she asked me if I had ever attended a Syracuse game. After I responded, she said that if I ever found myself in Syracuse on a game day that I should call her, and we could go together. As I looked at her, I saw the true spirit of giving. That’s what the holidays should always be about. syracuseWomanMag.com :: december 2012
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NINTH ANNUAL GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON & EXPO More than 400 Central New York women and men participated in the Nov. 1 Annual Go Red For Women Luncheon & Expo at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Liverpool. This is the ninth year of the event. It raised more than $190,000. Those funds will be used to fight disability and death caused by cardiovascular diseases and stroke through research, training, advocacy and community education. Heart disease is the number one killer of women in Central New York. Syracuse Woman Magazine is proud to be the exclusive women’s magazine sponsor of the Go Red For Women Syracuse Campaign.
2012 MR. HABITAT – LIVE MAN AUCTION The 2012 Mr. Habitat Auction was held Friday, Nov. 16, at the Oncenter. The annual event, growing each year, raised more than $17,000 and attracted more than 300 people. This year’s top three men were Henry Wilson in first, ANT as runner-up and Brian Burmeister placing third. A total of 14 men walked the runway giving away professional services in Web consulting and personal coaching while others put together local focused packages including restaurants and spa days. This event benefits the Syracuse Habitat For Humanity Women Build Program, which is focused on empowering women and helping encourage new skills. The latest Women Build home began construction this past fall on West Onondaga Street in Syracuse’s Near Westside neighborhood.
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BY FARAH F. JADRAN I PHOTO BY CINDY BELL
Feeling all warm and fuzzy and filled with the holiday spirit? Good, because it’s time to open your home up to those in your heart! We sat down with Central New York’s own Ann Marie Stonecypher, owner of AMS Models & Talent and Your Better Style, to find out what makes a holiday gathering both memorable and stunning. First, why is it important to Ann Marie to host a get-together outside of a traditional holiday family meal? “People who moved here from other places become our close friends and in turn, they become our family,” she said. “It’s just as important to get together with them as our biological families.” Ann Marie says it’s important to carve out special time just for them around the holidays. While having a special homemade meal is a favorite among many, Ann Marie says it’s the opportunity to chat and catch up with friends and family that gets her excited for the holidays. “The food is wonderful but I really love gathering with family,” said Ann Marie. What’s On The Table For A Gathering Of Friends? Food & Drinks: “I am not a cook but I do have a favorite cookie
that I love to eat that my dad and my Aunt Carole make. It is Italian chocolate roll up cookies,” Ann Marie said. “I don’t know how to make them but they always make extras just for me.” When Ann Marie is hosting a party or holiday dinner she loves her three-tiered plate holder. “I can put hors d’oeuvres, sweets, or whatever I like on it. I can decorate it and use it as the centerpiece of a beautifully appointed buffet table.” Besides holding food, it’s also functional because it uses vertical space on the table. “I have different heights [on the table] and they help create a gorgeous tablescape.” Also, Ann Marie suggests hosts and hostesses be mindful of guests’ diet restrictions (gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy allergies, etc.), as well as providing both a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Besides, Ann Marie sticks to cranberry juice because she’d “rather splurge with a plate of delicious pie, instead of drinking those precious calories!”
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“I have pine trees in my yard,” said Ann Marie, and that’s just about all you need! Ann Marie cuts small pieces of pine from her yard and tucks them into places throughout the room. She then adds gold ornaments (that’s her choice ornament color, you may explore as your heart wishes!) or nutcrackers to the pine décor. “It’s fragrant and cheap!” Ann Marie says they make perfect additions to regular everyday candlesticks and to all areas of a mantle or table. “It’s a great way to incorporate the holidays with your everyday home décor.” As well, the aforementioned three-tiered plate holder comes back into play. Heights and varied levels are really important, according to Ann Marie. “Height on a table makes it dramatic.” For a big fancy affair, Ann Marie places boxes underneath the tablecloth to create dimension and different places for plates and platters to rest. Also this creates more space on a table or mantle because you’re working with vertical space too. Once she has her desired levels, Ann Marie adds ribbons, sprigs of flowers, festive candy, ornaments and pine to the table. What Matters Most
“My best [party] memories are who I spend it with,” Ann Marie said. “Sometimes you spend so much time making it pretty and planning, but the best parts are the laughter and the people who spent time with you.” That’s what she remembers, and what her guests reminisce about — the great conversation and unforgettable moments, not just the great things you ate and drank and the pretty décor. Holiday Party Ideas
* Make it a themed party. The holiday season is filled with festivities, from office parties to neighborhood gatherings to gatherings with family. For more formal affairs, designate the colors for the party and encourage people to don those hues at the party. * Prearrange transportation home for guests. A successful holiday party is one that is safe, so be sure to prearrange travel home for guests just in case anyone overindulges in holiday cheer. When sending out invitations, seek volunteers to be designated drivers, and avoid drinking alcohol yourself. For larger parties, call a local taxi service and arrange for a couple of cabs to be on call when the party ends.
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Linda Boehm is thrilled to be part of a growing community of women business owners in the village of Jordan. She and Danielle Karlik are coowners of the repurposing store Da-Li Hodge Podge, which opened at 3 N. Main St. last month. It’s one of 13 businesses being run by women in the small, but historic, village.
reception. “And then we started doing some craft shows together, and then someone came to us with a place available for rent, and everything just fell into place for us,” she said. That someone was Colleen Bennett, who owns the historic, and well-preserved, building in which Da-Li resides. Her dance studio, Bennett’s Conservatory of the Arts, sits next to Da-Li at 5 N. Main St. in Jordan.
Linda is the village clerk while Danielle is the deputy clerk for the town of Elbridge. But that’s not how they became close friends and eventual business partners — both are members of the Erie Canal Cloggers dance troupe.
When asked for his thoughts on more businesses taking root in the village, Dick Platten, Jordan’s mayor since the late 1970s, said: “I hope this is one step closer to creating a serious parking problem in the village.”
“I have been part of this village since 1978 both living and working,” Linda said. “Now to become a part in a whole different way is exciting. Danielle and I have a blast together and our minds are constantly thinking of new creations.” Her business partner would agree.“Having a business, it’s a little nerve-racking, but it’s exciting too,” Danielle said. “I don’t think a day goes by that we don’t come up with a brand new idea and call each other and say, ‘Hey, listen to what we have to do tonight, because I have this great idea.’” Linda and Danielle will re-purpose most anything. They’ve turned ripped jeans into aprons, and pockets from jeans into cases for emergency car kits, which are growing in popularity among college students. Their store is filled with their own creations as well as the crafts and artwork of many local residents. “You could really call it a ‘Pinterest’ store,” Linda said, referring to the social networking craze described on iTunes as “a tool to find your inspiration and share it with others.” Da-Li is certainly that for the two new business owners and their many vendors, which include photographers, painters, soap makers and more. Linda said the idea for Da-Li — which is named after the two ladies — came to them when they were decorating for her niece’s wedding
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But he took on a more serious tone in saying it’s reassuring to see shops like Linda and Danielle’s bring some vibrancy to the business district. He said he sees far more activity in the village today than he did 10, or even 20, years ago. He’s optimistic that people will soon start to see the village as a destination. A Few Good Bananas
Linda and Danielle are certainly not the only women in Jordan with creativity to spare. “A Few Good Bananas manufactures whimsical, unique, one-of-a-kind hats from a combination of new, reclaimed and vintage fine materials,” Mary Beth Withey said of the store she opened on South Main Street in April. She runs the shop with her two sisters, Peggy Trivison and Nona Gormley, and already it’s expanding. A Few Good Bananas is moving to 16 S. Main St., a bigger space under the same roof, with an opening planned for Dec. 1. With the move, they are expanding their line to include reclaimed leather accessories. “We are moving from a smaller manufacturing space in the same building and anticipate having retail space,” Mary Beth said. “We have a flare for finding the perfect combination of pieced fabrics, findings, and notions into accessories that feature the personality of the wearer most. Each piece is made by hand.”
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::swm holiday memories We’ve already had a few holiday gatherings, but there are plenty more on the calendar! If you’re looking to do something new or wondering what others might be doing; check out some thoughts from our past Syracuse Woman Magazine cover women. We asked each of them the following questions: 1. What is your favorite part of a holiday meal? Why? 2. Do you have a favorite cookie or pastry recipe? Will you share it, or is it a secret? 3. What is your favorite holiday cocktail or beverage? 4. What is a “must have” item on your table for the holidays?
MARY ELLEN CLAUSEN – JANUARY 2012 1. I have many favorite parts. Everyone squeezed into my little kitchen (Christmas Eve) holding hands saying Grace before the meal. I love the sweet moments of reflection.
ANNE MESSENGER – SEPTEMBER 2012 1. Oh, this is an easy one. My favorite holiday meal moment is when my daughter Sarah says grace, which she’s done since she was a little girl. She has a spiritual depth that pretty much blows me away, and she always comes up with something solid, true and beautiful. She makes me think and laugh and remember and rejoice — all in a few words. It’s a great way of centering in before eating a fabulous dinner with wonderful people.
4. A fabulous nosh plate...and not just the plate but what’s on it!
2. I don’t really have a favorite recipe, but I do love getting special holiday plates or bowls and crackly, colored cellophane and beautiful ribbon and doing up some cookies with red and green Hershey kisses. It’s all in the presentation! Well, not all. The cookies have to be delicious. 3. I pretty much stick to a great glass of wine or a rocking vodka martini, straight up, olives. 4. “On” the table? Hmm…fresh greens, something sparkly, and exquisite napkins, perfectly ironed. “At” the table…people I love, who love me back. EMME ARONSON – AUGUST 2012 1. Sitting around the table and looking at all the beautiful candle lit faces of my family and friends...chatting away, eating and being happy. 2. My Mom used to make these delicious round almond cookies with dusted confectioner’s sugar on top with a toasted blanched almond in the middle. I have never been able to make these and have no clue where the recipe may be, but OHHHH they were good! 3. Although Egg Nog’s my favorite from Battenkill Creamery in Upstate New York, I honor the ingredients involved, am aware how much I have and on really cold nights or after snowshoeing, I add the finest bourbon I can find! 4. A turkey with chestnut and sausage dressing, delicious gravy, sumptuous whipped potatoes, candied yams (overdone) with marshmallows on top. Well done Brussels sprouts with sliced almonds, and homemade cranberry jelly/sauce that’s been cookign all day on the stove with fresh tangerines, pineapple, Cointreau, fresh cranberries (NOT out of the can) and diced apples...divine.
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2. Yes, cutouts. Will I share my secret? Only if I can get help decorating them! 3. Just one? Cabernet, Proseco, Port Wine and my newest... Faretti! It’s a liqueur that taste like a biscotti and it’s delicious in coffee. SHANDRIST HILLSMAN – JUNE 2012 1. My favorite part of a holiday meal is the conversation. Since we sometimes have to travel, during the holiday, we don’t always have a ‘traditional’ holiday meal. However, regardless of where we are, or who is sitting around the table, the conversation is always a treat. Oh, and my Mom’s homemade dressing...SO YUMMY! 2. I actually do have a favorite cookie(s)and cake(s) recipe; however, I’ve NEVER used them! My Mom makes the best gingerbread cookies, pumpkin cookies, banana split cake and pound cake. I guess I should attempt to make them, to make sure I’ve got it right, but in the mean time I’ll just enjoy all the love my Mom puts in her holiday treats. I guess that means I’m not sharing. 3. My favorite holiday beverage is Eggnog! I LOVE EGGNOG! 4. For holidays at home, the family turkey platter is a MUST! Growing up, I always remember the “turkey plate”. At the first Thanksgiving dinner, that I hosted at my home, I was elated when my mom gave me the “turkey plate”. JULIE SHIMER – NOV/DEC 2011 1. I love turkey, especially the dark meat which is difficult to find unless you cook a whole bird. I also love the stuffing and leftovers. Our family loved turkey so much we cooked one for Thanksgiving and for Christmas. 2. My mom made fruit bars which people really like. It was a Christmas favorite of mine. Here’s the recipe: Beat 2 eggs; Add 1 c. brown sugar; 2 t. vanilla; Sift together and fold in; 1 c. flour; 1 t. baking powder; 1/2 t. salt; Add 1 c. chopped nuts; 1 c candied fruits; 1 c. chopped dates; Spread in 8X8X2 pan lined with wax paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until brown. Remove from pan while warm. Cool and cut into bars. 3. Hot spiced apple cider. 4. Fresh green and red candles on the table and a nativity scene on the server.
Each year we find ourselves adding to our gift lists and welcoming new friends and family members into our hearts and homes. Because there isn’t anything better than the times of year when you drop everything and disconnect from it all, we knew it was the right time to have our past Syracuse Woman Magazine cover women share their favorite holiday traditions with all of you! We asked each of them the following questions: 1. What is your favorite holiday movie to watch with family or friends? 2. Do you wait until the last minute to shop? 3. What is your family’s Christmas Eve and Christmas Day traditions? 4. What has to be done during the holiday season for you to feel the season’s spirit?
NICOLE SAMOLIS - JULY 2012 1. Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year. There are so many movies to choose from, but I would say that “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “The Grinch” (cartoon version) are the must sees of the season.
KATHY RUSCITTO – MAY/JUNE 2011 1. My favorite movie? Any holiday classic, we build a fire, grab a blanket and enjoy relaxing in front of the fire!
3. Our “traditions” change as the boys got older. Most recently Christmas Eve was typically just my husband and sons, so we started with a light dinner, a drive through Syracuse to see the Christmas lights and then the movies — whatever the latest release that appealed to all of us. But Christmas day was about our extended family. We would start with opening presents and then go to Christmas Day mass and everyone to my house for a festive atmosphere and meal.
2. We love to shop in different places for holiday gifts — Northside specialty shops like Thanos, Lombardi’s, Nino’s…Craft Chemistry on North Salina Street , Eureka Crafts downtown….We make wine and give much of it away at the holidays! 3. On Christmas Eve my family gathers at my mother’s house and we have dinner and open gifts. Children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews are all home! On Christmas Day we usually gather with my husband’s family. 4. Food is a key part of our holidays…my mother-in-law makes great cookies, we have a variety of foods and everyone helps. And we all eat too much. JOANNE LENWEAVER – MARCH 2012 1. “It’s A Wonderful Life”. 2. I shop all year long spontaneously, happily buying the sweetest little gifts for the right people. Then comes Dec. 20 and I realize the party’s over and we need to find gifts for everyone that may be left on the list. Then we get our game faces on and do all of the rest of the shopping in one evening. Sometimes on Christmas Eve! (We do best under pressure!) It’s crazy but it works for us. 3. Christmas Eve is a huge extended-family (on Dave’s side) celebration. Originally it was all homemade Polish food- pierogi, kapusta, and more. Now with the extended family we now have added Italian, Spanish, American, dishes to the huge feast. All of the children open their gifts and the adults exchange thoughtful handmade gifts. It us a wonderful time. In the past, Midnight Mass at the Cathedral was a beautiful follow-up, then home to open gifts. Christmas Day is all about more food. We love to cook and fuss much of it each year coming from Dave’s vegetable garden. 4. Decorating the house. Cutting down or getting the tree. Bringing out all of the decorations made by other people. We have decorations that are more than 35 years old. We recall the maker and our wonderful memories. That’s Christmas. As well as the warmth of our family including our animals and home.
2. I don’t get in the spirit for shopping until it snows. A fresh snowfall totally puts me in the mood and I like shopping by myself. I search for unique and special gifts for those on my list and try only to shop at locally owned stores and artisans. When I see something perfect for someone not on my list, I buy it anyway and surprise them. And there is always an extra something for me that I can’t resist. Perfectly wrapped and coordinated paper is part of my system – would you expect anything less?
4. Selecting my Christmas “theme” for decorating. When the boys were young they helped make ornaments to fit the theme and as they got older (and less interested) we would chose a country and incorporate those traditions into our celebration. Now, I pick my theme and decorate with a great glass of wine. BETH BALDWIN – OCTOBER 2012 1. My favorite movie to watch with my family during the holidays is “Miracle on Thirty Fourth Street”. 2. I usually always have to wait till the last minute to Christmas shop because I have so many children and now grandchildren. Since my mother has always lived with me everyone comes to my home for the holidays with their families. We are always running around doing last minute shopping. I usually pick up family members from the airport on Christmas Eve and promise myself on my way home we won’t end up going to the mall and of course we have to because they didn’t do their shopping. 3. On Christmas Eve we usually have a big dinner with all of my siblings, children and grandchildren. If the kids have been good Santa makes an appearance and brings a toy for everyone and tells the kids how they must go to bed so he can come back. I tell everyone to get to my house before midnight for a bed to sleep in or they will be all over the floor because there are so many people that sleep over! On Christmas morning, we always open gifts at my house. It is so fun to see how excited my grandchildren get. After we open gifts we have a huge brunch together. Throughout the day the kids play with their toys. That evening we have a big Christmas dinner with a lot of desserts. 4. We always have a lot of decorations inside and outside of my house so it feels like Christmas. We play a lot of holiday music and burn holiday candles. I enjoy making Christmas crafts and desserts with my family. We also have to always remember how fortunate and blessed with are and what this day is truly about which is Jesus.