DISCOVER MARCELLUS WINTER 2005

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Snow + Marcellus = Fun!

The world-famous chocolate is a popular gift for business clients.Chocolate Pizza has Record Season

There is nothing that warms theheart more than a quiet little home-town covered in snow. The townand village of Marcellus sparkleswhen it snows. In addition tolooking like a scene pulled out ofFrank Capra’s beloved movie “It’sa Wonderful Life”, Marcelluscomes alive in the snow with manyoutdoor winter activities. There aremiles and miles of cross-country skitrails to explore. Many of the treksbegin at Marcellus’ BaltimoreWoods located on Bishop HillRoad. Snowmobilers findMarcellus a welcome respite alongtheir way with easy access to fuelfor their machines and their bellies!

The Chocolate Pizza Company,60 East Main Street in Marcellus,was a beehive of activity this pastholiday season. The owner, Bonnie Hanyak,says her company pulled in recordsales and reached more people inmany more new geographic areasthan any season before. “We had our biggest order everthis year of 450 gifts,” saysHanyak. “All those gifts turn into

Marcellus’ Baltimore Woods along Bishop Hill Road offers manycross country ski trails to explore.

There are miles and miles of snowmobile trails in the Town ofMarcellus. Many snowmobilers begin their explorations fromMarcellus Park. The Marcellus Snowmobile Club works very hardto keep trails around Marcellus groomed and accessible allwinter.

You can always come in fromthe cold for the perfect cup ofcoffee at The Beanery Cafe, 24West Main Street, or experiencethe culinary expertise of Chef DanCurley at Daniel’s Grill, 69 NorthStreet. If something sweet helps takethe bite of the cold, The ChocolatePizza Company, 60 East MainStreet, has plenty of world-famouschocolate treats. Marcellus is also home to themost unique gift shop in CentralNew York--Angel Heart Gifts, 16East Main Street. Let Rita Weeks of The Florist at1 North brighten your day withflowers or you can brighten yourwhole look with stylish advice andaccessories at The Dump Boutiqueand Image Studio, 22 South Street.

more customers as more and morepeople are introduced to ourdelicious chocolate pizza andpeanut butter wings.” Hanyak says a job covering 150apples with caramel and chocolatefor weddings favors turned into anorder for client gifts from JonesApparel in New York City. “A woman at the wedding whoworked for Jones of New York

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Chamber Welcomes Daniel’s Grill

Limited EditionDiscover Marcellus

Mugs Available!

$5.00Available at Marcellus Subway,

The Dump Boutique & Image Studio,Angel Heart Gifts,

Main Street Pharmacy,The Beanery Cafe, Marcellus KeyBank

Proceeds to go to Chamber programs

Marcellus HistoricalSociety Museum

6 Slocombe AvenueMarcellus, New York

Dan Curley (center) is officially welcomed by The GreaterMarcellus Community Chamber. Left to right: Sharyn Malinowski(The Beanery), Jennifer Griffin (Subway), Bonnie Hanyak (TheChocolate Pizza Company) and Karen Robinson (The DumpBoutique and Image Studio).

Members of the GreaterMarcellus Community Chamberrecently officially welcomedDaniel’s Grill to the Marcellusbusiness community. Dan Curley, owner and headchef at Daniel’s Grill, says theresponse to his restaurant has beenoutstanding. “We’ve had manyrepeat customers already andwe’ve attracted people from allover.” Curley describes Daniel’s Grillas casual with a twist. “You’llalways find interesting things on themenu that are very affordable,”Curley says. Some of Curley’s signaturemenu items include: parmesan-crusted chicken breast, scallop andshrimp puttanesca, fried calamariover linguine, crab-stuffed sole,lobster ravioli, pot roast, grilledlamb chops with rosemaryCabernet sauce, brie and almondquesadilla , cajun grouper onciabatta bread as well as nachosand wings. Curley, the former executivechef at the Sherwood Inn inSkaneateles, had a long timedream to open his own place. “Iresearched it for a long time. Ifinally found the right building in theright time and place,” he says. Curley is a graduate of theCollege of Culinary Arts inBrookline, Massachusetts. He hasbeen an executive chef for more

than 25 years, working in Boston,New York City and even Soule,Korea. “I opened up three Kahunavillerestaurants in Korea,” Curley says. Curley lives in Marcellus with hiswife, Dina. The couple are oftenspotted in the dining room talkingwith customers and answeringquestions. “I like Marcellus. There is a lotgoing on and it’s changing for thebetter,” says Curley.

Congratulations, Jennifer!

1 Year!

Laurie Rupracht is a Reiki Practitioner in MarcellusMedical researchers are

finding more evidence that the mindplays a huge role in how we heal.Many doctors now recommendtaking the time to heal your mindand spirit while undergoing manyconventional medical treatments.According to a survey released lastMay by the National Institutes ofHealth, 36 percent of adults in theU.S. use some form of alternativemedicine.

One system of natural healingis called Reiki. This Japanesetechnique uses gentle touch toharmonize and balance the mind,body, spirit and emotions. Thetherapy produces a deep state ofrelaxation which helps to balancethe body’s natural energy field.Reiki has been reported to helpalleviate physical pain, releaseenergy blocks, lift mental andemotional distress, boost theimmune system, promote woundhealing and increase the body’sblood flow.

Marcellus’ own LaurieRupracht is a Reiki Practitioner.

Reiki Treatments Gaining in Popularity

Laurie Rupracht is a Reiki Practitioner in Marcellus.To schedule an appointment call her at 315-673-9167.

She learned the techniqueof alternative healingunder the direction ofMaster Reiki instructorLori Wahrendorf. Aftertwo years of study, Laurieearned her certificate as a2nd degree Reiki Practi-tioner. Laurie is also aRegistered Nurse.

“It’s amazing whatReiki can do for some-one,” says Rupracht.“Sometimes they come totreat one aspect of theirbody and leave feelingbetter in another aspectbecause they weren’taware they neededhealing there.”

A cancer patient whoreceived Reiki treatmentsfrom Rupracht during her chemo-therapy regiment says her doctorwas amazed at how well shelooked during the final weeks oftherapy. “My doctor said I lookedbetter and I felt better my fifth weekof chemo than the 3rd or fourth

week,” she explains. “The Reikitreatments allowed me to finallyrelax and concentrate my energy onfighting the cancer and healing.”

To learn more about Reiki orto schedule an appointment, callLaurie Rupracht at 315-673-9167.

Monthly Meetings, 1st Wednesday9 AM Daniel’s Grill

Marcellus Now Home to Rare Miniature Donkeys

A piece of Italy’s history isalive and well and walking aroundon four legs in Marcellus NewYork. The new Marcell-ass Miniscompany on Slate Hill Road is theonly breeding farm of MiniatureMediterranean Donkeys in thenortheast.

”They’re the perfect pets,”says Eileen Sabine of Marcell-assMinis. “They’re snugly and huggy.They’re just amazing.”

Sabine is raising seven MiniatureMediterranean Donkeys with herhusband, Mike. Female donkeysare called jennets, males are calledjacks. The donkeys have a sweet,sociable disposition. Most donkeysat maturity (3 years) are less than35 inches tall and weigh less than200 pounds. They come in manycolor combinations but all miniaturedonkeys have a black cross in theirhair down their back and acrosstheir shoulders. Some peoplebelieve the cross on their backs is areminder of when a donkey helpedcarry the cross of Jesus.

The National Miniature DonkeyAssociation in Rome, New Yorkreports purebred Miniature Don-keys in the Mediterranean area aredisappearing largely due to themixing of the breed with largervarieties of donkey. “For thisreason, the Donkeys in NorthAmerica have global genetic value,”the NMDA website reports.

The species was practicallyextinct when Robert Green broughtthirty Miniature MediterraneanDonkeys to North America in theearly 1900’s. Today their popula-tion is nearly 20,000 in the UnitedStates.

Eileen and Mike are expectingtheir third baby donkey in April.Their 5-year-old jennet named‘Cookie’ is due to deliver then aftera 13-month gestation.

Since donkeys are herd animals,Sabine says they only sell theirMiniature Mediterranean Donkeysin pairs unless the donkey is beingpurchased as a companion toanother animal like a horse. Sabinesays a donkey’s worth is deter-mined by its pedigree. Her animalsare priced between $800 and$3,500.

“They’re just precious animals,”says Sabine. “They have just purelove and trust.”

Sabine welcomes visitors totheir farm. They can be reached at315-673-0858 [email protected].

Eileen Sabine with one of her Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys.

P.O. Box 429Camillus, New York 13031-0429

(315) 469-8037 Fax (315) 492-0990email: [email protected]

“Experience, knowledge and professional connectionsnecessary to help businesses succeed”

KENNETH P. CARDARELLI

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT

James D. Cataldi RPhOwner/Pharmacist

11 E. Main StreetMarcellus, New York 13108

Phone: 315-673-2410Fax: 315-673-4668

Open M-F 8:30 AM - 6:00 PMSaturday 8:30 AM -12:30 PM

Specializing in gourmetbaskets, unique gifts, plants

and all your floral needs.

Rita C. Weeks, Owner

1 North Street, Marcellus NY 13108

315-673-4923www.thefloristat1northst.com

Starlight Shoppingin Marcellus Village

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Thursday, May 5, 2005Special Evening Hours until 9 PM

Congratulations!Heidi Busa

Heidi was the big prizewinner at the last

Starlight Shopping event!

Betsy WhitmoreGallinger/GMAC Real Estate8 W. Main Street, Marcellus, NY 13108Office: 673-2041 Ext. 209Cell: 729-5754e-mail: [email protected]

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Let me help. I specialize in residentialproperties in the Towns of Marcellus,Otisco, Onondaga and Skaneateles.

-Betsy Whitmore

Be a part of our ongoing effort to bringimprovements to our community. Theprice to purchase an individuallamppost is $4,200. If you purchase alamppost, The Marcellus BettermentAssociation will place a plaque (8 linesof 30 characters/line) devoted tomemorializing your loved one,honoring your place of business, orcherishing your friend/family on a newhistoric lamppost. There are also opportunities toshare a lamppost ($2,100 for 4 lines of30 characters/line, $1,050 for 2 linesof 30 characters/line, and $500 for 1line of 30 characters/line). Any size donation will be greatlyappreciated. Smaller donations will gotoward the purchase of a lamppost witha plaque, which will read, “Donated byFriends of the Marcellus BettermentAssociation”.For more information call:Karen Robinson at 382-3867Diana Bird at 673-0774

purchased chocolatepizzas as client Christmasgifts,” says Hanyak.“The order was very nicefor us because it meantsomeone had tried ourproduct and liked it.” Hanyak’s returningclients from all over thecountry include Oprah,ABC Radio ESPN,Warner Brothers Marketing andseveral local lawyers, propertymanagement firms and doctors. “Every year the orders get bigger,”says Hanyak. “It’s wonderful to getso many return customers. This holiday season Hanyaksays she shipped her unique choco-late pizza products to countriesincluding Germany, France, Italy,Japan, United Kingdom andAustralia. The reason Hanyak’s chocolatepizzas are so popular is a secretingredient that has been passeddown from generation to generationin Marcellus. It’s Marcellus’ ownMartha Jane’s original English

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Toffee. According to Hanyak,back in 1919, Martha Jane spent$5 on a candy making kit. Hermother even scolded her forspending so much money. Withintwo years, she had 50 peopleworking for her to turn out the mostdelicious nut crunch anyone hadever experienced. Eventually theCummings family of Marcellusbegan to make the famous “almondbutter crunch.” For more than 40years they made and sold the sweetstuff from their home on NorthStreet in Marcellus. Now Bonnieowns the secret recipe and adds itto her decadently delicious choco-lates.

New Gym and Spa Coming to Marcellus Get ready for JA Spa! TheMarcellus Group is set to open abrand-new fitness center and spa inthe Village of Marcellus May 2005. Jeanne Keuchler is the newfacility’s general manager. She saysthe new center will be competitivelypriced with other fitness centers inthe area and will offer the latest ingym equipment, spa treatments andmore. The facility is located inMarcellus’ old Strand movie theateron Main Street with the entrancebetween Marcellus Pizza & Subsand The Pastry Palace. “We’re creating a relaxing andcomfortable atmosphere with a lotof style,” explains Keuchler.“We’re designing it to look similarto the fitness centers in New YorkCity using certain paint schemesand floor styles. The decor istraditional French but with a

modern twist, so it will be hip andold-fashioned at the same time.” Keuchler says they’re followingthe rules of Feng Shui in makingcolor and design choices. In addition to a weight room andaerobics classes, Keuchler says JASpa will offers many spa servicesincluding body wraps, massages,pedicures and manicures. “There will be a hair station anda tanning bed,” Keuchler says. Keuchler says aromatherapy willalso be a big part of the JA Spaexperience. “We hoping to get a number ofdifferent diffusers to spread differ-ent scents throughout the spa,” shesays. ‘JA’ which means ‘yes’ inSwedish is the creation of WilliamLucchetti and his Marcellus Groupcompany.

“Magnificent Mornings in Manlius” by McClurg Associates

Professional Design ServiceNew Home ConstructionResidential Remodeling

Commercial ConstructionHome Repairs

www.mcclurgassociates.com

We ship anywhere and deliver locally.60 E. Main Street, Marcellus, NY 13108

(315) 673-4098www.thechocolatepizza.com

Welcome Springwith a variety of delicious

chocolates and candies!

“Crunch Bunnies” made from our unique

World-Famous Chocolate Pizza Recipe

Milk, Dark and White Chocolate Solid Bunnies

Peanut Butter Wings - Chocolate Suckers

Rice Krispie Pops

Watch for new

“Gelato” flavors!

Fill your Spring baskets

with our own famous:

MarcellusDiscoverDiscover Where toEat Guide

Alvord House Bar & Grill (fried fish on Fridays)5 East Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-2167

Chocolate Pizza CompanyFrozen Gelato Treats60 East Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-4098

Daniel’s Grill Executive Chef Dan Curley 315-673-1656Serving Lunch and DinnerSpecialty Salads - SandwichesSeafood - Pasta SpecialtiesSteaks - Chops - Homemade Desserts69 North Street, Marcellus

J & J Pizzeria and New York Deli24 West Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-1940

The Beanery Cafe (formerly JavaJuice Cafe)Specialty Coffee & Drinks, Breakfast & Lunch24 West Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-2599

Marcellus Lanes Menu items & Soft Serve Ice Cream (in season)4325 Slate Hill Road, Marcellus 315-673-3230

Marcellus Pizza, Subs & Wings16 West Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-4767

Marietta House Weekend Dining2819 Rt. 174, Marietta 315-636-8299

Moon Dance Restaurant2512 Cherry Valley Turnpike, Marcellus 315-673-2828

Pastry Palace Specialty Desserts and Cakes14 West Main Street, Marcellus 315-673-9941

Subway Subs, Salads & Breakfast19 North Street, Marcellus 315-673-1810

The Valley Inn 2574 Cherry Valley Turnpike, Marcellus 315-673-9045

Thank youMarcellusfor a greatfirst year!

Let us save yousome “green” onSt. Patrick’s Dayas we celebrateour anniversary!

March 17, 2005 onlyMarcellus Location only