Chamber Chatter
2/8/10
The village had a sad loss this week with the sudden passing of Jill Gearon. Jill worked at Cliffhangers for many years, and has more recently been the friendly face at Fiersons. Jill was loved by many and will be missed. The Chamber recognizes the spirit and charm that she shared with our village over the years. There will be a Memorial Mass at Saint Joseph’s, Saturday, February 13th at 11 am. We will miss you Jill.
On Monday, February 1, Ed Shepard the Bronxville Farmers’ Market certified organic farmer, and Mary Liz Mulligan, Market Manager of the Bronxville Farmers Market, visited Bronxville High School. Invited by Brooke Gogel, the Student Faculty Legislature president, Ed was asked to speak to two groups of 11th and 12th graders. The SFL had organized the day and invited guest speakers to share their professional knowledge on environmental issues such as recycling, water and organic farming. Ed, who IS the ultimate finick when it comes to organic farming, enlightened the groups and mostly took their lead on what their interests and concerns were and answered all their questions and more. The students impressed both Ed and Mary Liz with their genuine concern in what they eat and the future of the environment. Ed’s parting advice was that “the way the food chain develops from here on in, is up to YOUR generation”. This advice seemed to hit home and Mary Liz predicts that she will be seeing more high school students at the Market this season. For sure they will not be munching as many genetically modified organisms (GMO) such as potato and corn chips in the future! Mary Liz Mulligan has also had the honor of being asked to serve as a member of the village’s newly established Green Committee. As always, Mary Liz takes her job seriously and works year round to promote the market and what it represents. This connection with our kids is a great step forward. Thanks Mary Liz!
Check your mail for the Adult School Spring Catalog. Marjorie MacAllister, Executive Director, has done a beautiful job of putting together a great assortment of enriching classes, trips and lectures. Some of our very own merchants are sharing their expertise.
Steve Palm , Chef David Scott, both from Underhill’s Crossing and Ed Dowd, from Parkway Liquor are offering up: Top Chef’s Trade Secret- A Three Course Food and Wine Pairing. Sounds like a great time!
Bob Krause, from Mrs. Morgan’s Flower Shop will offer a class to learn to make the perfect Spring Basket Floral Arrangement and Hand Tied Bouquet. He provides the beautiful flowers for you to choose from, and offers up his expertise, and you bring shears!
Florence Kooluris, the owner of The Fine Arts Gallery is inviting adult students into her studio for an evening to learn the art of Framing, Matting and Glass: Tips from a Pro. I spoke to Florence and she is planning a very special evening for her guests.
Gramatan Travel will be participating in a Bridal Expo Sunday, February 28th from 1-4pm at the Tarrytown Double Tree Hotel. They have a raffle at the event with the Grand Prize of a 3 night stay at Blue Waters in Antigua. Check it out! Remember that you can find out what’s new at the chamber and also find the listings of our members at www.bronxvillechamber.com
See you around town. Ruth
