20 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday March 4, 2006 GWENDOLYN SHOP A cornerstone of Oakville, for the past 68 years, the Gwendolyn shop has been proudly operated by Fran Steiner for 23 years, bringing an exclusive collection of unique and empowering wares to generations of Oakville women. We provide first fittings for young women here, and it's impossible to describe the feeling you get when those young women keep returning over the years for new fittings, and thank you for helping them to feel good and be comfortable. It means so much to have # been a part of these lives. Fran would like £ to thank all of her current customers # y J -%/« and future customers for their loyalty. ^ 7 O L J MERRY MAIDS Merry Maids has been providing home cleaning in the Oakville/Milton area since 1994. Our goal is simple, says Leslie Johnson, it is to be the best maid service in the area. We start w ith our 100% service guarantee, quality assurance program and employee training. We understand client's w ant more than cleaning service, they w ant "peace of m ind" says Dana Chuchmach. m a i d s . One less thing to worry about. Call 905-847-2210 eny T o w n e S q u a r e Lakeshore a t George St. 905-845-8802 Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm( Sat. 10am-5:30pm, Sunday closed 481 N o rth Service Rd. W., U n it A4, O a kville, ON L6M 2V6 · 905-847-2210 CATHY GOODALE Pledges a team that can "Strut their stuff so you can Strut yours". With an remarkable 28 years experience, Cathy formerly from Toronto has worked along side persons such as Carla Collins from "Eye on Toronto doing TV makovers. Strut hair studio can offer you a quality, classy experience with an edge. Come visit the L'Oreal professional colour specialists in the heart of beautiful Bronte. Q EW 0 ) o C O Lakeshore (/) c o> -- APPLEBY COLLEGE b a r b a r a m c c a rte r As Appleby College's assistant headmaster of school and community relations, Barbara McCarter plays a pivotal role in the school's involvement with the Oakville community. Appleby delivers an outstanding education to young women and men. In her role, she actively promotes the benefits of co-education, and encourages women to work at the school and make a difference-in the students' lives. She sends best wishes to the womenuq Oakville celebrating International Women's Day 2006. 540 Lakeshore Road W est, O akville · 905-845-4081 115 JONES ST. (One block East o f B ronte Rd.) · 905.827.1294 D A N C E E M O T IO N S Meagan Barlow opened Dance Emotions this* past June. A t age 21 Meagan has graduated from Humber College w ith a diploma in Child and Youth W ork and has danced fo r 13 years, 12 competitively. Dance Emotions offers a wide range of classes such as jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop and Salsa. Meagan is also running March Break and summer camps at the studio. : For over 18 successful years, WOMEN WHO EXCEL has promoted women in business 'to get more business' in the Hamilton-Wentworth and Halton Regions. WOMEN WHO EXCEL has monthly dinner meetings at the Mandarin Restaurant in Burlington. Three times a year, WOMEN WHO EXCEL has a seasonal fashion show and mini trade show. A yearly directory of the members, their businesses'and services is given away free at the meetings. WOMEN WHO EXCEL's focus is promotion and networking of its members products and services with introductions at every meeting, member presentations and displays. Our simple, easy to navigate website www.womenwhoexcel.com lists our yearly schedule and monthly speaker list or trade show exhibitors. Please come out as a guest and see and hear confident and successful business women! 465 M o rd e n Rd., # 2 O a kville , O n ta rio · Tel: 905.845.3262 P.O. Box 3533, Station C, H am ilton O N L8H 7M 9 www.womenwhoexcel.comwomen.who.excel@hwcn.org B&F: 905-547-7135,1-800-363-0268 Being a female consumer and customer, LaurieAnn knows the trials and tribulations of dealing with the automotive industry. She now provides an environment where both men and women could be confident that they witl be treated fairly and honestly. Zoog Auto and Doctor Detailing, a,one stop auto centre, has 20 years experience. LaurieAnn is also offering to both men and women "Pampering Sessions While You W ait", in partnership with You'Nique Hair Salon. To come: "Golf Packages While You Wait". For more details, visit their website at www.doctordetailing.com. LAURIEANN CAMPBELL D O C T O R D E T A IL IN G /Z O O G A U T O The General Sales Manager for AM740, Allyson Dodge is proud to have earned the success she now enjoys. Beginning as a Local Sales Manager, Allyson rose through the ranks to her current position over the course of 8 years with the company. Growing and adapting to meet the times, Allyson is today responsible for the creation and management of the national advertising initiatives that have allowed this Canadian media outlet to prosper. Vice-President, Sales and Marketing Harry McDonald explains, "Allyson's boundiess energy and fabulous enthusiasm are not only genuine, but they also lift up the people around her. Having grown with the company, and worked her way up, she understands people's needs and is .able to P l l l?j \ ^ T W I | translate those needs into real success." 1*111 "mmr * M ZQ A Ca«d4 C ars AUtO DOCTOR DETAILING 2050 Speers Rd., U n it 6 · Phone 905-465-0601 · w w w .d o c to rd e ta ilin g .c o m WWW.AM740.CA · 416.544.0740 prime time radio m ^ rn m sm FIT MOM & ITSY BITSY YOGA BR E N D A COLES FOREST GROVE SCHOOL ALICJA PODGORSKA & KAREN CHAPLIN Opened in the summer of 1999, Forest Grove Preschool Academy of Arts and Technology and opened in July 2005, Forest Grove Studio are respected and reputable educational facilities. Alicja and business partner Karen Chaplin have creat ed an academy where young children's enthusiasm and imaginations have no limit. Children connect w ith nature and experiment with science and the arts. Alicja holds a master degree in Education and Early Childhood Education Diploma. Certified Early Childhood Educator Karen holds a diploma in admin istration & management from George Brown College. The school's policy is to provide an indi vidual "H ands-on" teaching approach. Preschool, kindergarten, before and after school programs and transportation to local schools are all offered. 3420 Rebecca Street · Phone 905-827-7166 2275 Westoak Trails Blvd. · Phone 905-827-3085 Brenda Coles has brought FITMOM and Itsy Bitsy Yoga to Oakville. Brenda is the mother of 2 girls and knows the benefits of exercise pre and . post natal and bonding with your baby. Exercise in pregnancy increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the baby. With Itsy Bitsy Yoga you and your baby, tot or tyke will delight in practicing yoga, discovering developmental movements and singing together. Itsy will help your child sleep better, digest better and J .-rioiberhofi'j .-rispirin< ) g r& s iw s s iHlffiliiiiiiiiiMiml# stay healthier. Y\ fitmdm Phone: 416-821-7240 · Email: fitm o m o a k v ille @ h o tm a il.c o m D IAN N E G A M B LE I have been part of the Home Health Care system since 1985 attending to the personal needs of women who have had breast surgery and require a breast prosthesis. I carry a large selection of mastectomy supplies. I am also certified to fit medical compression stockings for tired fatigued legs, swelling and varicose veins. Most of the devices are covered by private insurance companies. My facility is tastefully decorated for complete comfort and privacy. I work closely with the Canadian Cancer Society and area doctors. Allow me to be of service to you when you call to arrange a private appointment. BRAS THAT j FIT Our new Hoturalweor bras incorporate the same beautiful fabrics and stylinp as the bras you wore before your breast surgery. Designed with vour comfort and security mind, ihey feature CoolMax® pockets and soft, yet supportive, fabrics. Discover the beautiful fit you deserve. 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