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March 2008: The Paige Turner: Spring Cleaning You Can Get Into
Paige Wolf Media & Public Relations Newsletter
One day this month I spent hours online trying to find a pair of eco-friendly throw pillows to cover the ripped-by- dog bits on my sofa. During this process, I found my new favorite Web site Sprig, which allows you to search for all things green. When you find just what you are looking for, it tells you why it's good, why it's green, and where to get it.

My search linked me into Econscious market where I found these palette-perfect fairtrade pillow covers. And incidentally, Econsciousmarket donates 50% of the after-cost profit from each purchase to your chosen charity.

Also, a green writer friend of mine impressed me with her composting and shared with me women andenvironment.org, which offers great advice on green cleaning (though I must say that's a man's job, too) and the healthiest lipsticks on the market.

Happy Spring Cleaning,
Paige

O.N.E. at Rittenhouse: One Club, Seven Rooms
 
O.N.E. at Rittenhouse is a three-floor, members-only social club in a 200-year-old historic building. Designed like no other establishment in Philadelphia, O.N.E. offers seven distinct rooms, four bars, and an upscale bar menu.

Located right off Rittenhouse Square, O.N.E. is a great place to hold a charity function, happy hour, special event, or any type of private party. The first floor consists of a dance floor and a lounge, the second floor has a game room with a pool table, the third floor has a dance floor,and the fourth floor has two V.I.P. rooms with premiere bottle service.

Stay tuned for a new Web site, full event schedule, and of course a fabulous grand opening.

O.N.E. at Rittenhouse
121 S. 19th St.
(215) 563-1038

Velashape Is My Favorite New Laser
  Note: Unfortunately Not My Belly Pictured
Personally, I don't like anything about Botox, and I don't like to mess too much with nature. But I must say I have never met a laser I didn't like. I was an early adaptor for Lasik eye surgery and an immediate fan of laser hair removal. So when a friend told me about Velashape, I was all for trying out a non-invasive laser therapy that promises to tone and tighten those stubborn areas (and I do mean stubborn, 'cause the Pilates means business).

Offered exclusively at American Laser Center, this treatment takes about 45 minutes and feels like a hot stone massage. It only takes four to six treatments for lasting results, and after four treatments, I can honestly say my jeans feel way looser.

See the bottom of the newsletter for an exclusive offer from my friends at ALC.

American Laser Center
255 South 17th St.
Suite 2102
(215) 940-0710

Sunday Small-Plate Brunch at Sonam
 
As an addition to its globally influenced small plate menu, Sonam BYOB introduces a tapas-style Sunday Brunch. And you don't have to get up too early as they're serving 'til 3 p.m.

The menu includes playful plates like the Diner Egg Roll, scrambled eggs with bacon, sweet potato hash browns, and sriracha ketchup; Bagel Sliders with hamachi whitefish salad, pancetta, egg and boursin cheese, and jerk chicken salad; Moroccan Oatmeal Trio with dried fruit medley, cinnamon granola, sliced almonds, and honey; Bennies Two Ways with toasted brioche, poached quail eggs, shrimp cake and horseradish hollandaise, lobster cake and truffled basil hollandaise; and a Morning Sweets Sampler with French toast and Asian pear compote, pancakes and blueberry compound butter, and bread pudding waffle with sweet strawberry topping. Yum.

Sonam
223 South St.
(215) 922-3092

Philly-Based Soprano Eglise Gutierrez Stars at Carnegie Hall
 
Philly resident Eglise Gutierrez is a graduate of the Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia and a rising star of the international opera world. On Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m., Eglise Gutierrez will sing the title role of La Sonnambula at Carnegie Hall with the Opera Orchestra of New York.

In Bellini's La Sonnambula, the whole village is sleepwalking except Gutierrez's Amina, the only one who is wide awake, aware of past and present, and ready to step into the future. Her sleepwalking complicates everyone else's issues, and her awakening at the end of the opera resolves them.

For tickets, call (212) 799-1982, or visit online.

Shout Outs
 
Hot Chocolate: Take a Bite Out of Chocolate

It's time to take a bite out of chocolate at the 2008 Hot Chocolate event to benefit the ALS Association. Hot Chocolate will take place on Thurs., March 13 at Currents: The Ballroom at Adventure Aquarium from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Enjoy chocolate martinis, chocolate fountains, chocolate pastries, chocolate candy, an ice cream bar, and more treats while helping people with Lou Gehrig's Disease. Tickets are $65 for the chocolate tasting and $95 for the chocolate tasting and VIP reception in the Shark Realm. For more information or to order tickets, visit online or call 215-643-5434.

V Day Philadelphia Events

See The Vagina Monologues, a performance benefiting V-Day Philadelphia, Women in Transition, and the Institute for Safe Families, Sat., March 1 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets ate $20 in advance or $25 at the door. On International Women's Day, Sat., March 8 at 2 p.m., V- Day Philadelphia is hosting a screening of the V-Day Documentary Until the Violence Stops, chronicling our decade-old movement to end violence against women. A panel discussion with representatives from beneficiaries Women in Transition Inc., and the Institute for Safe Families will follow the screening as well as a self-defense demonstration. Tickets are $10. Both events will be held at The Ethical Society Building, 1906 South Rittenhouse Square. For more info on both events visit online.

Red Oak Ranch Vegetable Delivery Service

I've just signed up for this farm-fresh veggie delivery service by Red Oak Ranch, a friendly family of farmers in South Jersey. For 16 weeks, they'll come right to your door with fruits and vegetables, including corn, tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, broccoli, beets, onions, potatoes, green beans, blueberries, peaches, and more. To choose your share-size, call (856) 982- 3671 or visit online .

 

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FREE VELASHAPE CONSULTATION AND TREATMENT

Bring this coupon to American Laser Center in Center City for a FREE Velashape Consultation and Treatment. Call (215) 940-0710 and ask for Lauren or Amy to take advantage of this special offer.

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10% Off Your Bill at Palace at the Ben

Enjoy 10% off your bill at Palace at the Ben. Does not include tax and gratuity.

834 Chestnut St.
(267) 232-5600
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Take out available.

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10% Off Your Bill at Sonam

Enjoy 10% off your bill at Sonam. Does not include tax and gratuity.

223 South St.
(215) 922-3092

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Offer Expires: 3/31/08
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