NEW KIDS ON
THE BLOCK
Chocolaterie
moves to Broadway!
One of Nyack's favorites makes a move.
Chocolaterie
has been a Nyack staple for the past two years and is now "moving
up" to South Broadway. Offering the best chocolates the
world has, Chocolaterie has gained a reputation not only in taste
but service. Annette van Loon, proprietor, was born in the Netherlands,
on the border with Belgium and has always had a taste for the
artistic and the delicious, bringing both to Nyack under the
banner, Chocolaterie. The shop specializes in Belgian truffles
and bonbons, giving an authentic European flair to any event,
from corporate to personal, from showers to weddings, gifts and
delightful baskets; Chocolaterie does it all and does it right.
Chocolaterie has recently won the "Customer Service"
award through the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, in NJ.,
the home of their second store, bringing more to the meaning
of "service" than just words.
"We love
Nyack and Nyack is a unique village. That's why we offer special
chocolate. Success, as I know it, has always been based on service,
product and acceptance by the community. As I was growing up,
my parents had their own business. They taught me 'De klant is
koning,' meaning the customer is king," says Annette, with
a smile.
Chocolaterie
6 South Broadway Nyack, NY (845) 348 9899
The
Optical Shop of Nyack
"When Art Meets the Eye"
Before coming
to Nyack, Meg Yong, proprietor of The Optical Shop of Nyack,
designed and manufactured frames for celebrities on Madison Avenue,
NYC. This prior professional experience influenced Meg to view
frames as art objects which are both fun and practical. The result
is sophisticated styles translated into chic eyewear.
Meg enjoys
creating a seasonal atmosphere at her eyewear boutique. Currently,
she has artist Sophie Donatelli's work on exhibit. The Optical
Shop also has unique and affordable accessories suitable for
gifts.
"I want
Villager readers to know The Optical Shop of Nyack is Rockland's
destination for unique eyewear," Meg said. "We cater
to clientele that extends from coast-to-coast, and our customers
are savvy hunters, always in search of the next pair of funky
eyewear."
Meg offers
frames from the world's top private label designers in addition
to handmade products. Some of the brands carried include Face
a Face, MODO Eyewear, Italee and J.F. Rey. Everything in the
store is selected for its quality and beauty. Meg will process
your prescription as well as fit you with dazzling new frames.
One of her staff is an expert at repairing frames. "Our
clients run the gamut of styles and personalities-just like our
frames. Often a client may be shy about trying a bold pair of
glasses, while others definitely want to make a statement. We
encourage people to browse and find the perfect pair."
The Optical
Shop has specialty eyewear for men, women, and children. Eye
exams by appointment. Conveniently located in the heart of Nyack.
When Meg isn't at the shop she enjoys travel and reading.
Optical Shop
of Nyack, 86 Main St, Nyack,
845 353-3515
email: bokchoy2000@yahoo.com visit: opticalshopofnyack.com
Madeleine
F. Price, LCSW
Certified Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst
Madeleine F.
Price has practiced psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for over
fifteen years. She has recently expanded her hours in Nyack and
has appointments available in her new office at 20 North Broadway.
Madeleine's training and clinical experience have given her a
deep understanding of how past and cumulative trauma can shape
a client's life, resulting in everything from depression and
dissociation to addiction and isolation. Understanding these
sensitive dynamics, Madeleine always strives to provide her clients
with a warm, safe and confidential setting in which to grapple
with their unique issues. Among many others, these may include
facing the challenges of intimacy, how to navigate troubled relationships,
dealing with loss and grief, and dealing with questions concerning
sexual orientation and gender. She works with adults, individuals
and couples, utilizing psychoanalytic and cognitive techniques
geared to individual needs.
Madeleine received
her BA from Barnard College, her MSW from New York University
and her certification in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy from
the Object Relations Institute (ORI). Formerly a faculty member,
clinical supervisor and training analyst at ORI, she currently
supervises the Trauma Program at the Institute for Contemporary
Psychotherapy (ICP), and has published in the field.
Madeleine F.
Price, LCSW
By appointment: (845) 893-7361 or (845) 353-4194
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