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The Norwalk Hour March 2, 2008
Night of ‘Wine, Women, Wisdom’ in
Westport
by Michelle Tooker
On March 3, 2008, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, area women are invited
to the Westport Country Playhouse for a night of sharing,
embracing and spreading wisdom. Produced by Westport-based
public relations boutique Connections, the event will feature a
light catered dinner, casual atmosphere, three notable speakers
and the opportunity to make new friends.
Robin Scarella, owner of Connections, created this event so
women can experience an empowering evening with peers. She
defines wisdom as “being open to hearing all different kinds of
people speak,” and with that belief, the evening will be full of
interesting discussions on topics pertinent to all females.
“Women need to come together and enjoy each other,” she also
said, noting that “connecting on a friendship basis is being
lost.”
Scarella came to fully appreciate the value of solid friendships
after battling a number of serious health issues. When friends
quickly offered their support, she not only realized the
importance of their assistance, but also that it is okay to ask
for help—something many women are scared to do. So with that
knowledge, her hope for “Wine, Women and Wisdom” is that the
participants will not simply network, but also form new
friendships, feel inspired to make changes, laugh and learn.
Lectures from three powerful speakers are the night’s focal
point. New York Times best-selling author, Jane Green, will
discuss the inspiration behind her novels and why women always
get a second chance. Anne Keefe, Co-Artistic Director at the
Westport Country Playhouse, will explain how her skills as a
stage manager helped expand and solidify her current career.
Keynote speaker, Dr. Jeffrey Rosenthal, a Fairfield, Connecticut
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Chief of Plastic Surgery at
Bridgeport Hospital, is going to discuss the internal benefits
of natural-looking cosmetic surgery.
As an artist and surgeon, Dr. Rosenthal blends his
creative talents with his extensive knowledge of science to
individualize each patient’s results. For him, plastic surgery
is an art form, and as with his sculpting, poetry, photography
and other creative endeavors, he does not stop until he is
satisfied with his work. His lecture will help women explore the
benefits and downfalls of surgery, understand why cosmetic
alteration is desired and what the realistic outcomes will be.
“Plastic surgery is not an end-all, but it allows you to put
your best foot forward,” Dr. Rosenthal said. For example,
“natural-looking eye surgery will make someone look more awake.”
Plastic surgery may also improve psychological function and
allow an individual to exude more confidence, and therefore give
a better first impression.
Dr. Rosenthal involved himself with this event to resolve
misconceptions about cosmetic surgery, and explain its positive
psychological effects. He was also attracted to the evening’s
informal, lighthearted structure coupled with the discussion of
important topics, which will give attendees valuable
information.
As for fare, spirits hail from Castle Wine and Spirits and the
one-hour light dinner will feature hot and cold food, hors
d'oeuvres and stationary items prepared by Collyer Catering.
“Ninety-nine percent of what we serve is made by hand, which is
very unique,” said cofounder Reed Collyer. Getting involved with
“Wine, Women and Wisdom” was an easy decision, she found,
because Scarella’s energy and enthusiasm make it impossible that
the event will be anything but successful.
Additional support for the event comes from Patriot National
Bank, Go Figure Studio, Riverside Club and Spa, Bob Lebenson and
AG Edwards. The Inn at National Hall is providing a raffle prize
for two nights’ stay, and AGIDermatics, leaders in research for
DNA repair of skin, will hand-out free samples their product
Remergent, which reverses skin cell dysfunction and protects
against skin cancer.
A portion of the night’s proceeds will benefit The Norma F.
Pfriem Breast Care Center, which serves women throughout
Connecticut. Dr. Rosenthal selected this organization, as
Scarella always tries to incorporate a nonprofit component into
her events.
Transcend, transform and triumph are the themes of the night,
and participants are sure to do all three while connecting with
new people and shedding preconceived notions based on social
status and appearances.
Tickets are available at the door for $40. The event is located
in the Sheffer Rehearsal Hall at the Westport Country Playhouse,
25 Powers Court, Westport, CT. Contact Connections at
203-256-2320 for more information or with any questions.
There are life experiences and there
are life altering ones!
Which do you desire?
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