Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • October 13, 2010 ����� in business Nancy Schuring of Devon Fine Jewelry evon Fine Jewelry’s enormously popular Finder’s Keepers jewelry giveaway will return to Bergen and Passaic counties Nov. 15 through 19. Several individuals will find Devon’s small white bags with orange tags “hidden” in plain sight. Inside each one will be a piece of fine jewelry. “In honor of our 31st year in business, we will be hiding 31 bags of jewelry in 22 communities,” says Devon owner Nancy Schuring. “The total value of the pieces to be given away is Nancy Schuring and Julie $37,000.” For details, visit www.devonfinejewelry.com. On Oct. 29 and 30, Devon will host the Meche Dog & Cat Jewelry Show. Devon offers the world’s largest selection of Meche cat and dog charms in gold, silver, and enamel. All AKC breeds are available, and the enamel charms can be custom made using your pet’s colors. Nancy welcomes participants to bring their pets’ photos to this event. One participant will win a $100 gift card. Ladies Night at Devon will be held Dec. 3. This wine tasting will benefit the Devon Foundation, which provides scholarships for lapidary and gemology students in Madagascar. To learn more about the foundation, which Nancy created, visit www.thedevonfoundation.org. Nancy also aids the foundation through the sale of Madagascar’s uncut pink sapphires that are made into Namakoo (“our friend”) pendants. Devon remains the exclusive source for several fine jewelry lines, including the Devon Original Designs. In addition to the largest selection of colored gemstones in the area, Devon carries the world’s top three diamond lines: Hearts on Fire; The Kwiat Diamond Jewelry Collection, and the Christopher Designs Criss-Cut line. Visit Devon at 303 Franklin Avenue, Wyckoff, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10-6; Thursday until 8; and Saturday, 10-5. Call (201) 848-8489 or visit online for details about upcoming trunk shows. H. Rubin Opticians has more than meets the eye D years, this shop’s competent staff has viewed frames as art for the eyes and works to find the right fit and style for each person, while always taking individuality into account. “This is not a mall store,” says co-owner Penny Ship. “We put precision into our frames. Customers leave with a look that has been designed, but is not necessarily ‘designer.’” Dorothy Voitas, owner Penny Ship, and Farah Kara-Mostefa H. Rubin Optician’s detail-oriented staff has high ethical standards. And the family business benefits from the woman’s touch, provided by Penny Ship, long-time employee Dorothy Voitas and Farah Kara-Mostefa. These fashion-conscious women advise customers on the proper eyeglass frames to fit their face, coloring, budget, lifestyle, and any other specialized need. They give each person, from children to seniors, all the individualized attention they require, which often means patiently trying on a good number of frames. H. Rubin Opticians carries all the latest and highest quality in designer and nondesigner eyewear, including Ralph Lauren, Armani, and Calvin Klein. Also in stock are many European lines, such as Face a Face, Lafont, Anne et Valentin and Theo. Rubin’s recently extended its collections to include small, independent companies such as Salt, Etnia and Derek Lam, which feature innovative yet cost-effective lines. The shop regularly hosts private showings so customers can preview a manufacturer’s entire frame collection. Rubin’s has an extensive selection of non-prescription sunglasses and readers essential after laser surgery. The shop also carries a large selection of eyeglass holder jewelry, including La Loop and Sport Loop holders, and other accessories. Opticians Dana Ship, Larry Gaudiomonte, and Stephen Wolff provide the correct lenses and advise on the latest technology available to suit individual requirements. Dr. Ira Hanlon (Lic. # 27OA00433900) provides eye exams and contact lens service. Most work is done on the premises. Rubin Opticians is located at 240 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Call (201) 4473121 or visit hrubinopticians.com. . Hthe RubinForOpticians has more than meets eye. over 40 Dr. Catherine Mazzola - Board Certified Pediatric Neurological Surgeon; New Jersey Pediatric Neurosurgical Associates, PA ccording to the American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgeons website, (www. abpns.org) there are only two board-certified pediatric neurosurgeons in New Jersey. As a fellowship-trained, pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. Cathy Mazzola treats children with traumatic brain injury, concussions, hydrocephalus, brain tumors, spine tumors, tethered spinal cord, craniofacial diagnoses, and plagiocephaly. She also cares for adult neurosurgical patients with congenital disorders, like cerebral palsy and spina bifida. Dr. Mazzola has written many articles about brain tumors, spina bifida, and brain injury that have been published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Mazzola has over 15 years of experience in neurological surgery. She was trained by Drs. Peter Carmel, Arno Fried, Fred Epstein, Leland Albright, Ian Pollack, and David Adelson -- all well-known pediatric neurosurgeons. Less than five percent of all neurosurgeons are women, and there are only a few pediatric neurosurgeons in New Jersey. As the mother of five children, Dr. Mazzola understands the responsibilities of parenthood. When she sees children with developmental disabilities, she is able to empathize with parents who have children with special needs. Dr. Mazzola began volunteering for the Congress of Neurosurgeons (CNS), the A national organization of neurosurgeons, in 2001. She is one of the few women who have been elected to the Executive Committee of CNS. Dr. Mazzola’s manuscript discussing the risks of work hour reduction in neurosurgical residency was selected as the lead article in the August 2010 NEUROSURGERY journal. As a prominent leader among women in neurosurgery, Dr. Mazzola recognizes her responsibility to mentor to students interested in neurosurgery. Dr. Mazzola has mentored over 40 pre-med and medical students throughout her career. Dr. Mazzola was responsible for the creation of the Neuromuscular and Movements Disorder Center for Children at Hackensack University Medical Center in 2001 and the Craniofacial and Cleft Lip and Palate Center at Morristown Memorial Hospital in 2006. She has cared for thousands of children with neurosurgical disorders in New Jersey. In July 2009, she started her own practice: New Jersey Pediatric Neurosurgical Associates. Dr. Mazzola accepted the challenge of developing a unique, specialty practice that accommodates children and adults with all aspects of congenital and pediatric neurosurgical disorders. She is proud of her team of five employees and the services that they provide. Dr. Mazzola encourages anyone with questions Dr. Catherine Mazzola to visit her website or to call for a consultation. New Jersey Pediatric Neurosurgical Associates is located at 310 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960. Phone (973) 326-9000 or visit njpediatricneurosurgery.com.