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Celebrating Our Members
October 2017
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In This Issue:
1) Upcoming Member Events 2) New Members 3
) Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings 4
) Member News & Updates
5) Last Month's Ribbon Cutting Photos
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Quilts that Care 5th Annual Fundraiser (October 12)
Quilts that Care will host their 5th Annual fundraiser on October 12th at the Village at East Farms, 180 Scott Road, Waterbury. This cocktail party includes chance drawings, food and drinks- including pumpkin martinis! Join in from 5-8 PM to support their mission statement of "Wrapping cancer patients and their families in comfort and hope, one quilt at a time." Tickets are $35. To learn more about this event or Quilts That Care, a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, call (860) 782-1043 or
www.quiltsthatcare.org
View Member Profile.
Sandler Training October Sales Seminars (October 12-20) - Special Chamber Pricing
Concerned that 2018 could be a repeat of 2017? Need to shift it up? Do your salespeople ever feel like they hit the sales call out of the park but still end up with a "Think it over?" Do they struggle to create value for your product or service so they can hold firm on margins? Are you allowing the market to influence your sales rather than influencing the market? Do you provide too much unpaid consulting? Join in October 12-13 in Farmington or October 19-20 in Southbury from 8:00am - 4:30pm to ramp up your sales team. Our team brings theories to life and reaches beyond barriers to get to technique. Our interactive approach incorporates a fresh new look, transforming classic development techniques from flat to 3D. Seminar includes materials, light breakfast, lunch, refreshments and 1-year subscription to Sandler Online. PLUS Special Chamber member pricing offered for this October seminar - $200 off regular $1895 prices for Chamber members. Only $1695 per person! REGISTER:
www.peak.sandler.com/sales-academy Or call: 203-264-1197. PEAK Sales Performance is an authorized franchisee of Sandler Training.
View Member Profile.
Connect Physical Therapy Open House Meet 'n Greet (October 19)
Connect Physical Therapy Open House Meet 'n Greet at 777 Echo Lake Road in Watertown, Thursday, October 19, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., hosted by the new practice's owners, Amber Hayes, DPT, and Maryann Mancini, DPT, OCS. Visitors are invited to talk with the practitioners to learn about the physical therapy treatments offered. The practitioners focus on high-quality manual therapy intervention provided in individualized treatment sessions. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served. Connect Physical Therapy is located at 777 Echo Lake Road, Suite 1 in Watertown, CT's newest medical/professional building that is handicapped accessible. For information, visit
www.connectphysicaltherapyllc.com
or call 959-209-4318. View Member Profile
Mental Health Connecticut to Host 5th Annual Art of Wellbeing Event (October 21)
Special guests Jimmy Greene and Nelba Márquez-Greene, two inspirational and remarkable members of the Connecticut community, will be the featured speakers of this year's Art of Wellbeing: An Evening of Jazz, Hope, and Healing. Jimmy and Nelba are the parents of Ana Grace whose life was taken during the tragedy in Sandy Hook on December 14, 2012. The evening will begin with an opening reception, including gourmet hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, and desserts provided by the talented team at Mohegan Sun. The mobile auction will be live throughout the evening where attendees can bid on several wellness related packages. Connecticut-born jazz musician Jimmy Greene and his quartet will play music from his recent Grammy® nominated release. Through an intimate discussion, led by New England News Collaborative and WNPR's John Dankosky, Jimmy and Nelba will share their experience of the power of healing through music and personal expression and how the Márquez-Greene family promotes love, connection, and community to honor their daughter, rebuild their lives, and impact the lives of those around them. Nelba will also share the good works of The Ana Grace Project, a nonprofit where the family's slogan of "Love Wins" has become a powerful force for changing thousands of lives in our schools and communities. MHC has committed to donating a portion of all net proceeds to The Ana Grace Project through this event. For more information, visit: www.mhconn.org/events/AWB View Member Profile
Hine Bros. 70th Anniversary Open House Celebration (October 26)
Hine Bros. Inc. in Southbury will host their 70th Anniversary with an Open House event Thursday, October 26, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a dedication ceremony at 12:00 noon. Continental breakfast will be served 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. and lunch 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Lunch will include Green Pizza Truck's individual specialty pizzas, hors-d'oeuvres, home-made salads, and gelato. Attendees will also receive gift bags and be eligible to win raffle prizes. Free shuttle bus service from 150 Main Street South, the former LaBonne's Markets IGA parking lot next to H.H. Stone & Sons, will transport attendees to the event. To RSVP, please contact Hine Bros. Co-Owner Laura Hine at 203-264-8251 or email to
[email protected]
. This celebratory event will be held rain or shine under a tent. View Member Profile.
Free Smart Business Workshop to Launch a Successful Start Up (Oct 26, Nov 2 & 9)
This free business workshop presented by: The Small Business Administration and Western Connecticut SCORE will help you learn what it takes to have a successful start-up business. Gain a basic understanding of the key steps to getting your business off the ground, learn about various financing options and what banks look for when lending money, and learn about the local resources available to you to assist in starting and growing your business. These workshops will be held from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM at the Silas Bronson Library, 267 Grand Street, Waterbury. Register at:
https://bizsmartwesternctscore.eventbrite.com
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Carolyn's Place 25th Anniversary Dinner (November 5)
Carolyn's Place Pregnancy Care Center is celebrating their 25th Anniversary with a dinner event on November 5th from 4:30-8:30 at La Bella Vista, 380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury. Join them as they celebrate and honor St. John the Evangelist Parish, the founding parish of their ministry, Rev. John P. Gatzak, the Executive Director of the Office of Radio and Television and General Manager of WJMJ-FM, and M. Jane Tata, Carolyn's Place Volunteer. The event will be emceed by Al Terzi, TV Journalist and News Anchor. Tickets are $55 Per person - Reservations necessary. The event includes a silent auction. RSVP by October 20th (203) 597-9080 [email protected] View Member Profile
Sacred Heart High School Annual 5K and Awards Dinner (November 4 & 6)
Sacred Heart High School is preparing for two of its major events in November- the annual 5K Road Race and the Annual Awards Dinner. The school's 5th Annual Veterans Day 5K Dash benefits the SHHS Scholarship Assistance Program and Wounded Warriors, and will be held on Saturday, November 4th. This event is rain or shine and starts and finishes at the school. Registration is 8:30 AM with a "Little Hearts Dash" at 9:30 and the race start time at 10:00 AM. Then on November 6th, the school will host its 95th Anniversary Awards Dinner and Silent Auction beginning at 6:00 PM at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville. This years honorees include: Rev. Allan J. Hill, Dr. Judith Lombardo '89, Mr. Milford Hayes '89, Mr. John D'Amelia, Mrs. Sandra Tumkus Micalizzi '72, Mr. Martin Morra '70, Mr. William J. Fitzpatrick III '70, Mr. Dolton James, Ph.D, and Mr. Stanley Stasaitis. For more information on either of these events, email Karen at
[email protected].
View Member Profile.
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Welcome to all of our new members* who have joined over the past month.
We encourage you to connect with them soon and see where your next partnership can be!
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Block Advisors
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Gents Barber Shop |
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John M. Glover Agency |
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DDL Enterprises
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Opus: Advice First - Anthony Williams
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DirectLine Media LLC
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Superior Plus Energy Services
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Farmers Insurance-David Guerrera
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*New Members September 1 - October 6
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Join us at any of these upcoming ribbon cuttings to help celebrate your fellow members - All are welcome!
For photos of our recently passed ribbon cuttings, keep scrolling!
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Wednesday, October 11
3:00 PM
Grand Opening - New Location!
26 Church Street, Naugatuck
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Wednesday, October 18
3:00 PM
Grand Re-Opening - Newly Renovated!
1284 Strongtown Road, Southbury
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Monday, November 6
12:00 Noon
Grand Opening!
350 Fairfield Avenue, Waterbury
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*To schedule an upcoming ribbon cutting for your business with the Chamber, contact Membership Services & Communications Director Julie Donato at [email protected] or at (203) 757-0701 ext. 311.
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Acts 4 Ministry Seeking Donations To Annual "Share The Warmth" Campaign
Acts 4 Ministry Inc., a non-denominational, non-profit charitable organization, is seeking donations of new or gently-used coats, hats, gloves, scarves, sweatshirts, blankets and new socks, new thermals and undergarments for children and adults during their 2017 "Share the Warmth" drive through December 31. Men's coats and new long johns are especially needed. Donations can be brought to Acts 4 Ministry at 1713 Thomaston Avenue in Waterbury, Mondays through Fridays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to receive a receipt for tax deductions, or donations can be left in Acts 4 Ministry's 24/7 white drop box located outside their facility. Photographed organizing recent donations at the Acts 4 Ministry thrift store at 1713 Thomaston Avenue were volunteers Lucy Robinson (l) and Melissa DiLeo, both Waterbury residents.
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Branagan Communications Consultants Launches Publicity Campaign For Hine Bros. 70th Anniversary Celebration In October
The expertise of Barbara Branagan-Mitchell, owner of Branagan Communications Consultants LLC (BCC), a public relations, publicity placement and marketing communications agency, has been secured by Hine Bros. to publicize the 70th anniversary of this renowned seller and servicer of International and Hino trucks. Founded in 1947 in Southbury, the family-owned business has grown from a small gas station and garage to the addition of a 20,000 square foot facility in Bridgeport. BCC will publicize the company's 70th anniversary and Open House celebration on October 26 in Southbury.
During 2017, Branagan-Mitchell has been celebrating 24 years of success helping companies and organizations build public awareness of their products and services by writing and placing publicity with news media via press releases and captioned photos. Branagan Communications Consultants services also include writing and editing content for websites, newsletters, and marketing materials. For information, visit
www.branagancommunications.com
, call 860-210-0149, or email
[email protected]
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Connecticut Community Foundation Names Julie Loughran New CEO
The Board of Trustees of Connecticut Community Foundation recently announced the appointment of Julie Loughran as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Loughran has served as the Foundation's Director of Development and Communications since 2014 and will take over the reins from Paula Van Ness, who plans to retire in December after leading the Foundation for six years. The Foundation's board has been working for nine months to determine what the organization would need in leader that would succeed Van Ness upon her retirement. The Board selected Loughran following a rigorous selection process that included consideration of several short-listed candidates. Since joining the Foundation, Loughran has worked to raise awareness among philanthropically-minded people throughout Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills of opportunities to build charitable funds that will benefit the community for years to come. She has also overseen the Foundation's external communications with donors, nonprofit organizations, community leaders and the general public, and has supervised the production and implementation of the Foundation's Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills annual giving day. She has also overseen the creation of a Women's Giving Circle, which is new this year. Loughran will formally assume her new role on November 15. Following her retirement, Van Ness plans to return to her Tucson, Arizona roots where she enjoys a strong relationship with the area's community foundation. View Member Profile.
Hearing, Balance & Speech Center offers Free Pie with Free Consultation
The Hearing, Balance & Speech Center encourages you to give yourself the gift of better hearing this fall! Better hearing equals a better life. Now, HBSC is offering a FREE PIE* to everyone who comes in for a free hearing assessment** and OTICON OPN consultation. (Limited space available; book your appointment by November 10 to guarantee your pie for Thanksgiving.) This fall, don't let the clock run out, use your Health Savings Account! With 6 Convenient Locations in Branford, Bristol, Hamden, Meriden, Norwalk & Waterbury, there are plenty of places to come see us. Call (203) 287-9915, email [email protected], or visit www.hearingbalance.com fore more information. View Member Profile.
Heritage Hotel Invites you 'The Office Party!'
Do you want to have a holiday celebration for employees but are tired of the same routine or limited options? Eat, drink, and be merry with other local businesses at the Heritage Hotel's Office Party on Friday, December 8th. Purchase just the seats you need and save! Treat your employees to a festive night including: Various seasonal foods displays, carving station, action station, and assorted holiday desserts featuring local bakeries; DJ with games, activities, and giveaways; cash bar featuring holiday favorites such as candy cane martinis, spiked eggnog, and gingerbread Irish coffee, along with seasonal local craft beers and wine. Book a table of 8 or more and receive a complimentary bottle of house wine. Join in the party from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Friday, December 8 for just $35 (including tax and service charge) per person. Call Ryan Griffen, Sales Manager at 203-267-2689 or
[email protected] to reserve a table for your group while seats are still available!
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Kiwanis Club 2017 Peanut Sale
Support the Kiwanis Club's work by purchasing some tasty peanuts! This year's offerings include: Roasted Peanuts, Honey Roasted and Mini Pretzels. 100% of the net proceeds of the Peanut Sale go to support Kiwanis Charities which include: Our Day Camp for special needs and at-risk youth from the Waterbury area, The Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center in Boston, Sponsored youth and leadership training, Reading is Fun, Family Safety Days and College Scholarships. This is a 100% volunteer effort with no paid solicitors. To place orders call Bob Ashley at 860.274.1042. Feel free to leave a voice mail message. Or email to [email protected].
Orders accepted through 10/27/2017. Great for Halloween! Or, order a case to be shipped to deployed troops! View Member Profile.
O&G Named Connecticut Top Workplace
O&G Industries, Connecticut's largest privately-held construction company, was named a Connecticut Top Workplace by the Heart Media Group. O&G received the award in the mid-size company category and was the only construction company to make the 2017 list. This is the third consecutive year in which O&G has been named a Connecticut Top Workplace. View Member Profile.
Shakesperience Seeks Board Members
Shakesperience helps students, families, and theatre professionals to raise their voices, in order to explore social constructs and foster mutual respect for all people. The board of directors seeks dynamic candidates to join and grow the organization as it creates innovative, interactive, thought-provoking live theatre programs to focus on the dynamic relationship between artists and audience. Interested in joining the Board of Directors? Contact
The Watermark at East Hill Announces New Dining Services Director
The Watermark at East Hill is pleased to announce the addition of Jason Matula as Dining Services Director for the continuing care retirement community, located at 611 East Hill Road in Southbury. Matula comes to The Watermark with over 20 years of regional and local dining services experience. In his new role, he will manage the entire operation of the dining services department. This will include overseeing ordering, working with maintenance and outside vendors, planning menus and working with residents on special functions and parties. For those interested in learning more about The Watermark, please visit
http://easthill.watermarkcommunities.com
or visit their Facebook page. View Member Profile.
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Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers
Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers Watertown Location recently celebrated their renovation and grand re-opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony were, from left, PTSMC President Alan Balavender, Physical Therapist Lindsey Scianna, Physical Therapist Kristina Lipeika, Physical Therapist and Naugatuck Location Partner Joe Caligiuri, Physical Therapist and Watertown Location Partner Peter Catuccio, Physical Therapist Michael Antunes and President of the Waterbury Regional Chamber Lynn Ward. To learn more about Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Centers and all of their 19 Connecticut Locations, visit
http://www.ptsmc.com/
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Bill Wildman Floor Covering
Bill Wildman Floor Covering recently celebrated its 40th Anniversary in Oakville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Participating in the ceremony were, from left: Watertown Town Manager Robert Scannell; Theresa Gorman of Weichert Realtors Briotti Group, member of the Watertown Oakville Chamber board of directors; Owner William Wildman, Sr. and his wife Joan Wildman; his brother Ed Wildman; and Waterbury Regional Chamber Membership Services and Communications Director Julie Donato. Bill Wildman Floor Covering also held an open house party that included a giveaway of "40 Rugs for 40 Years in Business" and a WATR live broadcast. To learn more about Bill Wildman Floor Covering, call them at (203) 753-3229.
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Tractor Supply Company
Tractor Supply Co. celebrated the grand opening of its new store at 1160 New Haven Road in Naugatuck on Saturday, Sept. 23. The store is the farm supply retailer's eighth in Connecticut. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Rep. David Labriola, R-Naugatuck; Alan Morris, district manager for Tractor Supply Co.; Sen. George Logan, R-Ansonia; Naugatuck Burgess Laurie Taf Jackson; Jessica-Lynn Long, assistant store manager; Burgess Rocky Vitale; Jerry Salvio, store manager; Mayor Pete Hess; Naugatuck Chamber Director Courtney Ligi, Burgess Don Wisniewski, and Marianne Como of Ion Bank. For information, call 2037-720-3776 or visit TractorSupply.com.
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Middlebury Dental Center
Middlebury Dental Center celebrated a 'changing of the guard' at its open house on Thursday, September 21st with a ribbon cutting. The practice wished Dr. Magdy Mikaiel a happy retirement as he turns the business, located at 1625 Straits Turnpike in Middlebury, over to Dr. Arsalan Elahi. Middlebury Dental Center is a full-service cosmetic and family dental practice. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Waterbury Regional Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward; Middlebury Dental Office Manager Debbie Bernardi; Dr. Arsalan Elahi; Dental Hygienist Lisena Pasholli; Dr. Magdy Mikaiel; and Waterbury Regional Chamber Membership Director Christopher Conway. For more information, call (203) 598-3889 or visit
www.middleburydentistry.com
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Just Woodbury
Just Woodbury, an online newspaper that focuses on news and events in the town of Woodbury, celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 20. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Waterbury Regional Chamber Communications Director Julie Donato; Just Woodbury Photographer Olena Samodelko,
First Selectman of Woodbury William Butterly, Just Woodbury Editor and Publisher Tim Parry, and Waterbury Regional Chamber Membership Director Christopher Conway. For more information on Just Woodbury, call (475) 444-3090 or visit
www.justwoodbury.com
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Connect Physical Therapy
Connect Physical Therapy LLC celebrated its grand opening of at 777 Echo Lake Road, Suite 1, in Watertown on Monday, Sept. 18. The practice provides pre- and post-surgical therapy; orthopedics and sports medicine; vestibular therapy; gait and balance analysis, and pain management. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Lori DosSantos, chairwoman of the Watertown Oakville Chamber; Debra Giannetto; Vinnie Giannetto; Joseph Mancini; co-owner Dr. Maryann Mancini; co-owner Dr. Amber Hayes; Brendan Hayes; Watertown Town Manager Robert Scannell; Brian Godin of Godin Property Brokers, and Chris Conway, membership director for the Watertown Oakville Chamber. For information, call 959-209-4318 or visit www.connectphysicaltherapyllc.com.
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Alderson-Ford Funeral Home
Alderson-Ford Funeral Home celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 496 Chase Ave. in Waterbury on Saturday, Sept. 16. The business relocated from its former site on West Main Street to this newly renovated facility, which formerly was home to Carmen Anthony Steakhouse. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Maureen Ford; Alderson-Ford Chairman John Ford; President & Owner Daniel J. Ford; Danielle Ford, and Waterbury Regional Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward. For information, call 203-753-5112 or visit aldersonfuneralhomes.com.
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FD Community Federal Credit Union
FD Community Federal Credit Union celebrated the grand re-opening of its renovated branch at 601 Watertown Ave. in Waterbury on Wednesday, Sept. 13. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Waterbury Regional Chamber Membership Services and Communications Director Julie Donato; Michael C. Kinne, credit union president and CEO; Joe McGrath, economic development director for the city of Waterbury; Joseph A. Del Buono Jr., credit union chairman; Mayor Neil M. O'Leary, and Rep. Geraldo Reyes Jr., D-Waterbury. For information, call 203-753-9201 or visit www.fdcommunityfcu.org.
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Karmic Inspirations
Karmic Inspirations celebrated the grand opening of its new storefront at 900 Straits Turnpike, Suite J in Middlebury on Tuesday, Sept. 12. Formerly located on Grand Street in Waterbury, Karmic Inspirations has grown into its new space which features a large gift shop and dedicated tarot reading rooms. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left: Waterbury Regional Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward; Diane Printz, inspirationalist for Karmic Inspirations; Nicki Maiorano, owner of Karmic Inspirations; Laura Richmond, Tarot Reader; and Chamber Ambassador Diane Ploch, administrator for the Arts & Culture Collaborative, Waterbury Region. For information, call (203) 527-5566 or visit
https://www.karmicinspirations.net/.
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Lashes by Tania
Lashes By Tania marked the grand opening of its location at 2030 Straits Turnpike, Suite No. 7, in Middlebury on Friday, Sept. 8. Participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony are, from left, Bonnie Barros of Skintique Medi Spa; Waterbury Regional Chamber President & CEO Lynn Ward; Tania Valasquez; owner Tania Velasquez; Oscar & Leandro Velasquez, and Chamber Membership Director Chris Conway. Velasquez brings years of experience to her new business, which offers eyelash extensions & touch-ups, eyelash & brow tints, waxes, and airbrush tanning. For information, call (203) 228-7786 or visit www.lashesbytania.com
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