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NETWORK NEWS www.womensbusinessnetwork.net Women supporting women…you can make a difference! Domestic violence is the single largest women’s health issue in Canada, with more cases than either heart attack or stroke. And Statistics Canada reports that three to five children in every classroom witness domestic abuse in their own homes. Statistics also suggest a significant percentage of children who grow up in a household of domestic abuse become abusers or abused themselves as adults and so… early intervention is key to stopping this cycle. The YWCA Peterborough Crossroads’ 24 hour crisis and support line receives over 10,000 calls per year on average. Over 360 individuals are housed at Crossroads shelters annually and these include women from the ages of 17 to 88 and their children from newborns to late teens. The Women’s Business Network of Peterborough has been a supporter of the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter for the past number of years because we believe in the premise of women supporting women. You can make a difference by generously donating an auction item for our annual Christmas Crossroads Gala and Auction. On December 1 we will be hosting this extravaganza at the beautiful Canterbury Gardens where you will see your auction item displayed for bidding, among many other exciting donations, in support of this essential community service. Thank you for your support….as every single item counts! Betty Halman-Plumley Annual Christmas Gala & Auction Wednesday, December 1, 2010 Canterbury Gardens, 1414 Sherbrooke St. 6:30 p.m. Bring your friends to this fun and festive event! Our annual Christmas Gala & Auction is just around the corner. The evening will once again feature live and silent auctions in support of YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter in Peterborough. Each year, Crossroads provides assistance to hundreds of women and children in our local community. They provide shelter, safety, counseling, food, clothing, and support to women leaving abusive relationships. The WBN board would like to say a warm THANK YOU to everyone who is donating this year. YOUR CONTRIBUTION will make a great difference in the lives of the women at the shelter. With cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and an amazing collection of silent and live auction items, this promises to be a fantastic evening for all!

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Page 1: NETWORK NEWS...Special Thanks To: Auction Services - Rob Rusland - Rusland Auctioneers, 745-4115 Program & All Printing - Mary Carolyn Hart - Lazer Graphics, 745-0339 Entertainment

NETWORKNEWS

www.womensbusinessnetwork.net

Women supporting women…you can make a difference!Domestic violence is the single largest women’s health issue in Canada, with more cases than either heart attack or stroke. And Statistics Canada reports that three to five children in every classroom

witness domestic abuse in their own homes. Statistics also suggest a significant percentage of children who grow up in a household of domestic abuse become abusers or abused themselves as adults and so… early intervention is key to stopping this cycle.

The YWCA Peterborough Crossroads’ 24 hour crisis and support line receives over 10,000 calls per year on average. Over 360 individuals are housed at Crossroads shelters annually and these include women from the ages of 17 to 88 and their children from newborns to late teens.

The Women’s Business Network of Peterborough has been a supporter of the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter for the past number of years because we believe in the premise of women supporting women.

You can make a difference by generously donating an auction item for our annual Christmas Crossroads Gala and Auction. On December 1 we will be hosting this extravaganza at the beautiful Canterbury Gardens where you will see your auction item displayed for bidding, among many other exciting donations, in support of this essential community service.

Thank you for your support….as every single item counts!

Betty Halman-Plumley

Annual Christmas Gala & AuctionWednesday, December 1, 2010Canterbury Gardens, 1414 Sherbrooke St. 6:30 p.m.

Bring your friends to this fun and festive event!Our annual Christmas Gala & Auction is just around the corner. The evening will once again feature live and silent auctions in support of YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter in Peterborough.

Each year, Crossroads provides assistance to hundreds of women and children in our local community. They provide shelter, safety, counseling, food, clothing, and support to women leaving abusive relationships.

The WBN board would like to say a warm THANK YOU to everyone who is donating this year. YOUR CONTRIBUTION will make a great difference in the lives of the women at the shelter. With cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and an amazing collection of silent and live auction items, this promises to be a fantastic evening for all!

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Jennifer Welsh, CASProfessional Promoter

Branded Products & Apparel • Corporate Programs

We have expanded to serve you better!Call for an appointment to see how we can

Promote Your Business! (705) 740-2299 • www.WelshMarketing.com

Anne Arnold, CSP

…call Anne at 748-9771 x 200, [email protected]

or Cynthia Hamu at [email protected]

For competitive Visa and MasterCard Merchant Discount Rates and access to an extensive, yet cost-effective Group Insurance program...

Join over 1,000 members at www.peterboroughchamber.ca

We Care About Your Smile!

Apsley 705 656-2273Lakefield 705 652-6604

Peterborough308 Rubidge St.

705 742-7703www.pagetdentureclinic.com

Peterborough705-749-9273Campbellford705-653-1188Inspiring fashion

www.bennetts.ca

www.ontarioelitedogs.cawww.ontarioelitedogs.ca

Karen [email protected]. 705-277-1503

Lisa HoganAccount ManagerCHUM Radio705-324-9103 [email protected]

Bookkeeping | Accounting | Tax Preparation | Payroll

Gwyneth H. James, MBA CGA, President(705) 876-6011 www.tcpaccounting.ca

October Business Spotlight

On October 13, Bhavna Patel of Just Toys Educational welcomed WBN members to her store. We were treated to wonderful East Indian food and great discounts. Everyone went home with a lovely gift. On behalf of the WBN board and members, thank you Bhavna for a great event!

December MenuBacon-wrapped scallopsSmoked salmon on potato pancakes with sour cream and dillCucumber cups with shrimp salad, wasabi and pickled gingerPumpernickel rounds with camembert and carawayProsciutto-wrapped dates with goat cheese and basilSundried tomato quiche with shallots and asiago cheeseCheese and crackers and fruit and sweet trays will be available on a self-serve table.

Annual Christmas Gala & Auction

This year, for WBN’s 50th Anniversary, we’ll be holding an incredible Christmas Gala & Auction at the beautiful Canterbury Gardens, 1414 Sherbrooke St. The event will once again support YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter - hopefully with more money raised than ever before.

Be sure to RSVP and register your friends early as this will be a sold out event!

The agenda for the evening is as follows: 6 p.m. - Shuttle starts running from Westdale United Church, 1509 Sherbrooke St. (details & map included on newsletter insert)6:30 p.m. - Check-in. View and bid on hundreds of auction items.7:30 p.m. - Closing of Silent Auction tables begins.8:45 p.m. - Live Auction begins with Rob Rusland.9:30 p.m. - 50/50 Draw Auction ItemsThere will be hundreds of auction items starting at $10, with something in every price range. Come and do your Christmas shopping while supporting a good cause. Terms of payment the night of the action are Visa, Amex, MC, cash or cheque. Please do not bring a donation the night of the auction unless previously arranged.

We need both silent auction items (of any value) and high value live auction items.Please fill out the auction forms you received at last month’s meeting or print it from our website at www.womensbusinessnetwork.net and take both your donation and form to any of these locations: 1) East City Flower Shop, 59-B Hunter St. E., 742-16172) Just Toys Educational, 174-A Charlotte St., 750-08593) Exit Realty Liftlock, 1840 Lansdowne St. W., 749-3948

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Jennifer Welsh, CASProfessional Promoter

Branded Products & Apparel • Corporate Programs

We have expanded to serve you better!Call for an appointment to see how we can

Promote Your Business! (705) 740-2299 • www.WelshMarketing.com

Anne Arnold, CSP

…call Anne at 748-9771 x 200, [email protected]

or Cynthia Hamu at [email protected]

For competitive Visa and MasterCard Merchant Discount Rates and access to an extensive, yet cost-effective Group Insurance program...

Join over 1,000 members at www.peterboroughchamber.ca

We Care About Your Smile!

Apsley 705 656-2273Lakefield 705 652-6604

Peterborough308 Rubidge St.

705 742-7703www.pagetdentureclinic.com

Peterborough705-749-9273Campbellford705-653-1188Inspiring fashion

www.bennetts.ca

www.ontarioelitedogs.cawww.ontarioelitedogs.ca

Karen [email protected]. 705-277-1503

Lisa HoganAccount ManagerCHUM Radio705-324-9103 [email protected]

Bookkeeping | Accounting | Tax Preparation | Payroll

Gwyneth H. James, MBA CGA, President(705) 876-6011 www.tcpaccounting.ca

Here are some of the amazing auction items up for bid:

1. 2011 Business Fest Friend Package - includes 80 tickets, ad in program, logo recognition and more - donated by Emily Martin, Peterborough Little lake Musicfest $1000 value

2. Limousine service for six people, four hour ride - donated by Michelle Griepsma, Comstock Funeral Home $350 value

3. $1500 Advertising Package on CHEX Television - donated by Laura Foster, CHEX Television $1500 value

4. La-Z-boy Glider Rocker - donated by Marlaine Bennett, Bennett’s Home Furnishings $700 value

5. Chiropractic Care Package - donated by Dr. Catherine Owens $600 value

6. Be a Firefighter for a Day! - donated by the Peterborough Fire Services Department $500

7. Maui Jim Polarized Sunglasses “Sheilds” - donated by Amanda Palmer, Green Eyewear Optical $300 value

8. $500 in Branded Products or Wearables - donated by Jennifer Welsh, Welsh Marketing Inc $500 value

9. Four hours with an Interior Decorator - donated by Debbie Karpenko, Waterfron Interiors $300 value

10. Limousine Transportation and Dinner for Two at Chemong Lodge - donated by Lisa Howie, Ellwood Bus Lines $300 value

11. $500 in Advertising at STAR 93.3 or 107.9 The Breeze - donated by Theresa Foley, Pineridge Broadcasting $500 value

Special Thanks To:Auction Services - Rob Rusland - Rusland Auctioneers, 745-4115Program & All Printing - Mary Carolyn Hart - Lazer Graphics, 745-0339Entertainment - Brooke Turney and friendLimousine Shuttle - Paula Elgar - Ultimate Limousine, 939-6119Venue, food and cocktails - Canterbury Gardens, Kerri Davies, AON, 876-1414

And all of our wonderful volunteers who make this event possible.

For further information, contact one of your Social Directors: Lisa Hogan at [email protected] / 705-324-9103 x307 or Lisa McConnell at [email protected] / 705-742-0474 x2245.

Thanks to the following people who donated items at November’s meeting:

Lisa Hogan - CHUM Radio KawarthasKathryn Windrem - BDO CanadaLia Evangelista - Creative Memories & Creative CookingKate Kidd - Basket ExpressMary Ellen McCamus - Exit Realty Liftlock BrokerageBetty Johnson - Century 21Pam Hill - Mary Kay CosmeticsEmma LewisTom Mercer - Chapters PeterboroughDeborah Paris - Paris MarineMarlaine Bennett - BennettsCheri Anderson - TD BankLynn Zimmer - YWCA PeterboroughRia - Starbucks Cafe @ ChaptersLisa Ryan - Integrity MassageJames Boyle - Imagineers Ltd.Catherine Owens - Owens Family Chiropractic

Cora Whittington - Golden PathwaysWinnie Norman - ReMax Eastern Realty Inc.Joanne Culley - Joanne Culley Media ProductionsRay Marshal – Showplace Performance CentreRhonda Vanderwal - Fine DetailsTami Vanderburgh - The Kaye Funeral HomeCatherine Tannock - Mary Kay Independant Beauty ConsultantDiana Carter - Peterborough Fire ExtinguishersBetty Halman-Plumley - Investors GroupLinda Dwyer - ReMax EAstern Realty Inc.Sharla Trudell - Trudell ConsultingKaren Laws - The Ontario Dog TrainerDiana Carter - Hellwinkies Ladies FashionAmanda Palmer - Green Eyewear Optical

Jennifer Welsh - Welsh Marketing IncDebbie Karpenko - Waterfront InteriorsErica Cherney - Cherney RealtyEmily Martin - Peterborough Little Lake MusicfestLisa Howie - Ellwood Hamilton Bus LinesKim Armstrong - Nationwide BarterDebbie Smith - Sign A RamaKim Waudby - Yellow Page GroupTheresa Foley - STAR 93.3 & 107.9 The BreezeBonnie White - ImmunotecLisa Smith - Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront

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(705) 742-0367www.awayforward.ca • [email protected] you discover the best in yourself

Hermione RivisonLife Coach

As business women we are challenged to provide a balance between work and family life.

Insurance for you business is usually not on the top of your list of things to do.

Let me help you by taking the worry and stress out of your insurance purchases.

With over 20 years experience, I have the qualifications to adequately inform my clients

of their risk exposures and provide them with a policy that meets all their needs at a

competitive rate.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Melody Mireault, B.A. Topping Insurance Brokers Limited

P: (705) 742-3461 F: (705) 742-4670 [email protected]

We also have a team of professionals to assist you with your home, auto and life insurance needs.

As business women we are challenged to provide a balance between work and family life.

Insurance for you business is usually not on the top of your list of things to do.

Let me help you by taking the worry and stress out of your insurance purchases.

With over 20 years experience, I have the qualifications to adequately inform my clients

of their risk exposures and provide them with a policy that meets all their needs at a

competitive rate.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Melody Mireault, B.A. Topping Insurance Brokers Limited

P: (705) 742-3461 F: (705) 742-4670 [email protected]

We also have a team of professionals to assist you with your home, auto and life insurance needs.

Call today for a quote on your business or personal insurance needs.

Your Complete Internet DepartmentTrusted since 1998 B.G. (before Google), providing businesses with a complete range of Internet services.

• Web site development, hosting & maintenance • Search Engine Optimization – SEO & SEM • Online marketing strategies and campaigns • Custom software programming of online tools

Kimberley M. [email protected]

(705) 750-0476 ext. 71

649 The Parkway, Unit 6, Peterborough, ON K9J 7K2 www.emmatt.com

Sharon LegonOffice Administrator

Property & Equipment

S E R V I C E S

1st

Call

• Snowplowing Equipment Sales & Service• 4 Seasons Property Care & Repairs

• Roofing • Lawnmowing • Snowplowing • 30 Years Experience

Tel: (705) 652-8116 Fax: (705) [email protected] • firstcallequipment.ca

91 Oxford St., Lakefield ON K0L 2H0

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705-775-NEXI (6394) www.nexicom.net

In step with your business needs.

INTERNET | TELEPHONE | WEB DESIGN | SECURITY

Ages 0-90, No Medical Exam

-

Life · Health & Dental · Key Person Ins. · Disability · Critical Illness · Travel · Investments

Amy Simpson | (705) 876-1177 ext [email protected]

Kathryn Fanning | (705) 876-1177 ext [email protected]

COMPUTERS SOFTWARE PRINTERS SUPPLIES SERVICE

Kathryn Fanning |

753 Erskine Ave., Peterborough, ON K9J 7Y6 | www.mircoageptbo.com

www.levela.net

Karyn Jones

[email protected]

Peterborough 705-749-1919

Cobourg 905-373-4676

Barrie 866-680-4676

• Permanent Contract and Temporary Searchand Placements

• Key management, technical, financial andadministrative personnel

• Customized recruiting and consulting services

• Behavioural style / validated skill assessments

• Resume management / database creationand administration

• Licensed distributor of TTITM (Targeting Training Int’l)DISCTM profiles for effective communicating,motivating and managing

50th Anniversary Sponsorship Opportunities

There are still opportunities for WBN members to become sponsors for the upcoming 50th Anniversary Gala and Conference. This is an excellent platform from which to emphasize your support of women in business and familiarize women with the services you offer. As a sponsor of this event, your company will benefit, not just with the women in attendance, but through all the marketing strategies implemented. Sponsorships are limited. If you would like to take advantage a sponsorship opportunity, or need more information, please contact Amy Simpson or Kathryn Fanning.

Peterborough Business Excellence Awards

We would like to congratulate the following WBN members who were winners and finalists in the 2010 Peterborough Business Excellence Awards: Angela Cunningham of Lakeshore Designs, finalist in Entrepreneurial Spirit and winner in Micro Business; Ann Marie Maly of Bruce Maly Plumbing & Drain Services Inc., winner in Skilled Trades; Roula Kovios of Spark360 Media, finalist in Micro Business; Kathy Doornenbal of Driving Miss Daisy, finalist Customer First; Amanda Palmer of Green Eyewear Optical, finalist in Environmental Practices; Sarah Tate of Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & District, finalist in Not-for-Profit; Lynn Zimmer of YWCA Peterborough, Victoria and Haliburton, finalist in Not-for-Profit; Lisa Smith of Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront, finalist in Employer of the Year and winner local focus; Emily Martin of Peterborough Little Lake Music Fest, finalist in Tourism.And special congratulations go out to Mary Carolyn Hart of Lazer Graphics, who was awarded the honour of Business Citizen of the Year. Mary Carolyn has contributed generously to the Women’s Business Network, as well as to the community, over the years.

Member News

Amanda Palmer of Green Eyewear Optical, 374 George St. is announcing some exciting news from her store and other shops in the fashion district. The shops in our downtown fashion district are working together to create a beautiful holiday experience for all. Newly expanded holiday hours start Monday November 22 and continue until Christmas. Keep an eye out for other promotions from all of the shops in the fashion district. Remember Green Eyewear Optical always offers a 15% discount to all WBN members!!! Come downtown, we would love to see you! Green Eyewear Optical donated over $1000 to Peterborough Green Up in our first year of business. Many thanks from Green Eyewear, in the Fashion District downtown Peterborough, On George between Hunter and Simcoe. Please call 775-3937 for more information.

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(705) 742-0367www.awayforward.ca • [email protected] you discover the best in yourself

Hermione RivisonLife Coach

As business women we are challenged to provide a balance between work and family life.

Insurance for you business is usually not on the top of your list of things to do.

Let me help you by taking the worry and stress out of your insurance purchases.

With over 20 years experience, I have the qualifications to adequately inform my clients

of their risk exposures and provide them with a policy that meets all their needs at a

competitive rate.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Melody Mireault, B.A. Topping Insurance Brokers Limited

P: (705) 742-3461 F: (705) 742-4670 [email protected]

We also have a team of professionals to assist you with your home, auto and life insurance needs.

As business women we are challenged to provide a balance between work and family life.

Insurance for you business is usually not on the top of your list of things to do.

Let me help you by taking the worry and stress out of your insurance purchases.

With over 20 years experience, I have the qualifications to adequately inform my clients

of their risk exposures and provide them with a policy that meets all their needs at a

competitive rate.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Melody Mireault, B.A. Topping Insurance Brokers Limited

P: (705) 742-3461 F: (705) 742-4670 [email protected]

We also have a team of professionals to assist you with your home, auto and life insurance needs.

Call today for a quote on your business or personal insurance needs.

Your Complete Internet DepartmentTrusted since 1998 B.G. (before Google), providing businesses with a complete range of Internet services.

• Web site development, hosting & maintenance • Search Engine Optimization – SEO & SEM • Online marketing strategies and campaigns • Custom software programming of online tools

Kimberley M. [email protected]

(705) 750-0476 ext. 71

649 The Parkway, Unit 6, Peterborough, ON K9J 7K2 www.emmatt.com

Sharon LegonOffice Administrator

Property & Equipment

S E R V I C E S

1st

Call

• Snowplowing Equipment Sales & Service• 4 Seasons Property Care & Repairs

• Roofing • Lawnmowing • Snowplowing • 30 Years Experience

Tel: (705) 652-8116 Fax: (705) [email protected] • firstcallequipment.ca

91 Oxford St., Lakefield ON K0L 2H0

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,

705-775-NEXI (6394) www.nexicom.net

In step with your business needs.

INTERNET | TELEPHONE | WEB DESIGN | SECURITY

Ages 0-90, No Medical Exam

-

Life · Health & Dental · Key Person Ins. · Disability · Critical Illness · Travel · Investments

Amy Simpson | (705) 876-1177 ext [email protected]

Kathryn Fanning | (705) 876-1177 ext [email protected]

COMPUTERS SOFTWARE PRINTERS SUPPLIES SERVICE

Kathryn Fanning |

753 Erskine Ave., Peterborough, ON K9J 7Y6 | www.mircoageptbo.com

www.levela.net

Karyn Jones

[email protected]

Peterborough 705-749-1919

Cobourg 905-373-4676

Barrie 866-680-4676

• Permanent Contract and Temporary Searchand Placements

• Key management, technical, financial andadministrative personnel

• Customized recruiting and consulting services

• Behavioural style / validated skill assessments

• Resume management / database creationand administration

• Licensed distributor of TTITM (Targeting Training Int’l)DISCTM profiles for effective communicating,motivating and managing

Deborah Paris of Paris Marine is pleased to announce that her company was featured recently in an article in the Financial Post, accessible at http://www.financialpost.com/executive/women/index.html For more information, please call 1-888-933-3434 or visit www.parismarine.com.

Michele Kadwell-Chalmers of The Original Flame has some great Christmas gift ideas: a toolset to dress up that gas fireplace for the “authentic wood” look; gel fireplace logs to bring that old fireplace back to life; dragon, bear, or kitten steamers to put humidity back into your home; log carriers, wood holders and gloves for the wood burner; wrought iron tables, as well as birch bark and twig mirrors; ethanol or electric fireplaces that require no installation. Visit the store at 982 Hwy 7 East, call 742-9452 or go to www.theoriginalflame.com

Kristina Tickle of lia sophia, invites everyone to find the perfect gift this Christmas with lia sophia fashion jewellery. Choose from 500 beautiful pieces in gold and silver, glitter and glitz, classic and contemporary, fun and funky and so much more. The jewellery has four prices: regular, half, bonus and free! In November buy two items at the regular price and choose up to four more items at half price! Call her at 876-0818 for more details and a personal consultation.

Cammie Jaquays, Strategic Business and Marketing Consultant, is very pleased to announce the sale of Pure Power Solutions - Distributing (Graham Stetzer Filters) to Sheena Symington ([email protected], (705) 731-7962), Key Electrosmog Solutions. Sheena addresses the issue of home and workplace electromagnetic radiation and offers solutions to a healthier environment. Cammie will continue to offer Strategic Marketing and Business Consulting Services, under her own name, with a new website and email address: www.cammiej.ca and [email protected]. For more information, please call her at 654-3790.

Patricia Cryderman of Re/Max Eastern Realty asks “What is happening with your real estate investment? If one believes what they read and hear, it is scary subject. I am here to tell you that we have had a strong market over the past ten months. Prices have risen on average six percent in Peterborough. A five year term mortgage is at 3.49 percent. Once again real estate remains a good investment.” For more information, please call her at 743-9111.

Kim Appleton of Emmatt Digital Solutions is pleased to announce the winner of the “Does You Website Suck?” contest. The dubious title goes to fellow member Patti Clark of Peterborough Bath Renovators. Keep a look out in January for ‘before’ and ‘after’ images of Patti’s makeover! For more information about Emmatt’s services, please call 750-0476 x71 or visit www.emmatt.com.

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Acrylic Tub Liners, Custom Bathwall Systems,Bathtub Resurfacing, Shower Conversions, Walk-In Tubs & More…

Showroom: 637 The Queensway (Unit 8) Peterborough, ON K9J 7J6

John & Patti Clark (705)745-7694

Every women needs a l i t tle ZAZU in her l ife

Dawn Wannamaker

50 Front Street, Campbellford, ON705.632.1435 | www.zazuboutique.com

ZAZU

Professional Corporate Image Management1135 Lansdowne St. W., Unit 2Peterborough, ON K9J 7M2 Tel: (705) 748-9570 ex 57 | Cell: (705) 875-8496

[email protected] |

“Specializing in Promotional, Silkscreening and Embroidery”

Kathy Windrem, CGA Principal201 George St N, Peterborough705 742 [email protected]

BDO. MORE THANAN ACCOUNTING FIRM.

BDO Canada LLP, a Canadian limited liability partnership, is a member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms.

Lia Evangelista

Creative Cooking [email protected](705) 927-8886 Creative Memories

Traditional & Digital Scrapbookingwww.mycmsite.com/lia evangelista

Who is taking care of YOU?Betty Halman-Plumley 876-1282 ext. [email protected]

Investors Group Financial Services Inc.Financial Services Firm

 

Cherney Realty“Peterborough’s Greatest Landlord”

Looking for office, retail or warehouse space to lease?

Cherney Realty can help you find just the right space to meet

your needs

Contact Michele Nicholls, General Manager for complete details.

876-1717 ext. [email protected]

www.cherneyrealty.com

Debbie Karpenko of Waterfront Interiors wants to thank each and every WBN member for their support as she celebrates her second year in business. She says, “This network of women really does work! Revenues for this past year outshone my predictions and your support, referrals and testimonials are very much appreciated. If your home needs some sprucing up or you are just looking for some ideas, I would be delighted to assist you. We carry an extensive line of superior fabrics and window coverings, and we provide superior workmanship in all our custom work. We listen and strive to exceed your expectations. Have a look at our website www.waterfrontinteriors.ca or call me at 705-657-3945, for more information when you are ready to begin your next redecoration project.”

Susan Fairs of Eco Alternative Energy (EAE) would like to announce a rebate for customers contracting Eco Alternative Energy to install solar systems in 2011, under the Micro-FIT Program. The Province of Ontario will purchase all electricity produced by solar at $0.80/KW under the Micro-FIT Program, for a contract period of 20 years. This is a 10 to 14 percent return on your investment. For more information, please call 742-9997.

Bhavna Patel of Just Toys Educational says that this Christmas, all WBN members receive a special discount at her store. Visit her at 174A Charlotte St. or www.justtoys.ca for the finest gifts from around the world. Friends and family can also purchase online and the gifts can be picked up at the store or we can ship. Just Toys is one of the drop off locations for the Annual Energy 99.7 Radio Toy Drive at Lansdowne Place. Receive 10 percent off for toys purchased for the toy drive.

Dianne Guzik of The Art of Home Inspection says that every good investment comes with good knowledge and that one of your biggest investments is your home. She wants to work with you to be knowledgeable about your home with regards to safety, maintenance, and problem solutions when needed.35 Services: Walk through - Inspection with verbal report. A full inspection takes two to four hours and comes with a written report and photo CD. For more information, please call 932-5287 or cell 741-8692.

Marlaine Bennett of Bennett’s Home Furnishings has made a special purchase for December delivery from La-Z-boy - lots of practical sofas and recliners. Also, sink your bottom into an exciting new upholstery line with feather and down cushions. The store is all decorated to give you a warm and friendly holiday shopping experience - please join them for some hot apple cider before Christmas on Saturday.

Lia Evangelista of Creative Cooking and Creative Memories wishes to thank all WBN members who have attended her cooking classes and photo workshops in 2010. It has been such a rewarding year. Lia is offering gift certificates for this holiday season. What better way to say, “I care”? Class fees are $40. Or if you know someone who loves taking photos, offer them a Creative Memories gift certificate. Ahhh...shopping made easy. For more information, contact Lia at 927-8886 or [email protected].

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Acrylic Tub Liners, Custom Bathwall Systems,Bathtub Resurfacing, Shower Conversions, Walk-In Tubs & More…

Showroom: 637 The Queensway (Unit 8) Peterborough, ON K9J 7J6

John & Patti Clark (705)745-7694

Every women needs a l i t tle ZAZU in her l ife

Dawn Wannamaker

50 Front Street, Campbellford, ON705.632.1435 | www.zazuboutique.com

ZAZU

Professional Corporate Image Management1135 Lansdowne St. W., Unit 2Peterborough, ON K9J 7M2 Tel: (705) 748-9570 ex 57 | Cell: (705) 875-8496

[email protected] |

“Specializing in Promotional, Silkscreening and Embroidery”

Kathy Windrem, CGA Principal201 George St N, Peterborough705 742 [email protected]

BDO. MORE THANAN ACCOUNTING FIRM.

BDO Canada LLP, a Canadian limited liability partnership, is a member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms.

Lia Evangelista

Creative Cooking [email protected](705) 927-8886 Creative Memories

Traditional & Digital Scrapbookingwww.mycmsite.com/lia evangelista

Who is taking care of YOU?Betty Halman-Plumley 876-1282 ext. [email protected]

Investors Group Financial Services Inc.Financial Services Firm

 

Cherney Realty“Peterborough’s Greatest Landlord”

Looking for office, retail or warehouse space to lease?

Cherney Realty can help you find just the right space to meet

your needs

Contact Michele Nicholls, General Manager for complete details.

876-1717 ext. [email protected]

www.cherneyrealty.com

Bonnie Minor of Admax Marketing is excited to announce the new women’s magazine, Bliss, is being launched in November. Bliss presents articles of interest to local women. Topics include fashion, health and wellness, nutrition, travel, retirement living, expert advice and how local women are giving back to their community. In some issues they will partner with Admax Marketing for special features i.e. Christmas, targeting three markets to include the Business Advantage, Zest (formerly Mature Living) magazines along with Bliss. For a blissful experience give them a call 748-3660 or email [email protected]., www.blissmagazine.ca

November Booth & Table Drop List

Dawn Wannamaker of Zazu BoutiqueCora Whittington of Golden PathwaysLaurie Jewell of Wearable Art Designer JewelleryDiana Carter of Hellwinkie’sJeannine Taylor of Silpada DesignsLia Evangelista of Creative Memories/Creative CookingCindy Lukawesky-Dowdle of Mark’s Work WearhouseBonnie White of ImmunotecTheresa Foley of Star 93.3 & 107.9 The BreezeJanet McLeod – East City Flower Shop

Welcome to New Member!

Rhonda Vanderwal of Fine Details

Success Board from November’s Meeting

• Placed a production manager from Magna at a local Lindsay manufacturing company

• Almost completed a huge project management contract! The last company goes “live” tomorrow

• Rank promotion with bonus and feature article in corporate newsletter

• Book finished. Agent says, “Give me a list of your dream projects so that I can start shopping them around.”

• New name, same great service – ahead of targets for 2010!

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Promoting and supporting women in business through personal and professional growth opportunities.

Women’s Business Network Box 1693 Peterborough ON K9J 7S4 (705) 740-6199www.womensbusinessnetwork.net

Betty Halman-Plumley President

B. (705) 876-1282 [email protected]

Kathryn FanningPast President

B. (705) 876-1177 [email protected]

Yvette PeplinskieTreasurer

C. (705) 760-0206 [email protected]

Kim AppletonTechnical Director

B. (705) 750-0476 [email protected]

Cheri AndersonSecretary

B. (705) [email protected]

Cindy Lukawesky-DowdlePublicity Director

B. (705) 748-9570 [email protected]

Laura FosterMembership Director

B. (705) 742-0451 [email protected]

Joanne Culley Newsletter DirectorB. (705) 748-5353

[email protected]

Lisa HoganSocial Director

Tel: (705) 324-9103 x307 or 1-877-779-2559 x307

[email protected]

Lisa McConnellSocial Director

B. (705) 742-0474 [email protected]

Michelle GriepsmaProgram Director

B. (705) [email protected]

Angela MurdockDirector at Large

B. (705) 748-9301 [email protected]

Newsletter design by Jocasta Boone

Printed by Lazer Graphics

Cover photo by Miranda Studios

Board of DirectorsWelcome to the Women’s Business Network of Peterborough.Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month with the exception of September and January. Attendance MUST be confirmed in advance of each meeting.

Meetings include a social and networking hour, dinner, guest speakers, booth opportunities, table drops, door prizes, opportunities to share your special event or product... and much more.

Any questions or concerns regarding the Women’s Business Network can be directed to your President, Betty Halman-Plumley, at [email protected] or call 705-876-1282 ext 256.

Feel free to visit the WBN website at www.womensbusinessnetwork.net for more information about meeting details, special events and member benefits.