Find out about a new, LI based African Shopping Network devoted to African products and items from African American firms. How about a hand painted, silk tie embellished with crystals, pearls, and semi-precious stones as a gift for a loved one? Wal Achmueller, an artist from Italy provides that and more. Learn about the risks of taking too much Vitamin A and also the dangerous effects of cigarette smoking on children. Plus, Vytra's free presentation- "Taking Charge of Your Health". Buy Elaine Thompson's lithograph of the golf course in Bethpage that will host June's U.S. Open. You could attend a spring fashion show and luncheon hosted by The Education & Assistance Corporation, Saks Fifth Avenue in Garden City, and Fleet Bank.
Books
As spring and summer arrive, spend the long days with a classic book.Natalie Casale chooses 3, oldies but goodies that will be sure to immerse you into worlds worth remembering. Visit Italy in E.M. Forster's A Room With A View as Miss Lucy Honeychurch sees life for the first time while traveling abroad. The tried and true, Jane Austen's Emma that has been modernized into recent day movies. And also something closer to home, Betty Smith's A Tree Grows In Brooklyn. How a young girl parallels the challenges of her struggles to a tree that will not give up.
Fitness
Women religiously take care of their hair, skin, and body, but what about the health and look of their feet? Editor Jane Lane writes about foot fitness, how to go about it, maintain it, and the importance of it. Also, what you need to know about foot doctors. And, did someone say Ofoot fetish?
Health
We've all heard about laser eye surgery and the miracle of seeing without glasses or contact lenses. But before you are ready to put down your glasses forever, read Jane Lane's article about laser eye surgery to find out if it's right for you. Know what questions to ask your eye doctor and find out about cost. There is more to learn than what meets the eye.
Design
As summer approaches, how about a vacation into your "backyard"? Learn to fix up your backyard and garden so that you don't have to travel far to get the relaxation and environment you've been seeking all winter long. Long Island Woman asks experts for advice on how to fix up, refresh and update your yard. Learn what colors, products, and plants will help you create a garden of eden you can call your own. Information concerning swimming pools is also given.
Style
What woman does not love shoes? The anticipation for any women to wear her new sandals during the spring and summer months grows as the temperature rises. Fashion editor, Elyce Neuhauser lets us know what is hot for Spring 2002. Tones of beige will be seen across Long Island as well as pointed toe shoes. And for the open toe shoe lovers, pedicures will leave your feet looking beautiful and relaxed. Thanks to the soak in the foot bath and gentle foot massage that has become standard practice among salons.
Sustenance
The negatives of "comfort foods". Why stress affects what we eat and why eating healthier will make you feel better and have more energy. So as summer approaches, forget fried chicken and macaroni and cheese. Eat more fruits and vegetables, and whole grain instead of white flour. Monica Wheeler gives a great list of foods to substitute the "comfort foods".
Woman to Woman
Catherine Kropf Harris writes of one of her unique and new roles as a mother in a baseball cap. Roles for stay at home moms, are expanding outside of the home, as long as you're open to new possibilities and opportunities.
Arts
Who will ever forget the popular tv show, I Dream of Jeannie. Jane Lane interviews the show's star, Barbara Eden about her role as the Jeannie, her hectic work schedule, working with Elvis and her new role as Florence Unger in The Odd Couple. The show will be performed live at Westbury Music Fair April 12 to 14.
