CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Works by painter Stanley Twardowicz and ceramist Lillian Dodson; Westbury Gardens by Vivian Hershfield; County Cavan by Ed McEvoy, part of the 2010 "Landscape" exhibit at the Main Street Petite Gallery
GOT TALENT?
Since 1963, the Huntington Arts Council has supported Gold Coast artists through workshops, educational programs and gallery exhibits, including one at its Main Street Petite Gallery. On September 21, from 6 to 9 PM, budding artists are invited to attend a one-on-one consultation event, where they can get practical and professional advice from local artists. 213 Main St., Huntington, 631-271-8423; huntingtonarts.org
PERSONAL BEST
Meet Danielle Merollo, your ultimate resource for fulfilling your wardrobe and gift-giving needs. As Americana Manhasset’s director of personal shopping services, Merollo has a keen sense of understanding her clients’ styles. With access to more than 50 stores and hundreds of brands, your shopping experience (the service is complimentary) becomes fun and, best of all, efficient: Delivery is available to your home, office or hotel. 2060 Northern Blvd., 516-627-2277; americanamanhasset.com
HAPPY TAILS
Further helping place pets in homes, North Shore Animal League for more than a decade has managed a fleet of mobile adoption centers that travel around the Tri-State Area. Each center is equipped with air conditioning and heating, and follows the same high-standard criteria used in the main adoption facilities. 25 Davis Ave., Port Washington, 516-883-7575; animalleague.org
REV YOUR ENGINES
With 22 years of experience, Autosport Designs/Lotus Motorcars of Long Island is equipped to handle all of your automobile needs. Sales, storage, transport, service, body repairs and restoration are all available. Long Island’s exclusive Lotus franchise, Autosport donated a new Lotus Evora to the Pebble Beach automobile auctions in support of Save the Children. 203 W. Hills Road, Huntington Station, 631-425-1555; autosportdesigns.com
LOCAL GEM
Get to know Ilia McCormick, founder and CEO of Real Jewels.
