April 10. 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 17 F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses ptician Dana Ship and his wife Penny have owned Rubin Opticians for over 40 years and have made service and competitive pricing the hallmark of their fashion eyewear boutique. Rubin Opticians carries all name brands in fashion designer eyewear and a large selection of non-designer, high-quality frames. The shop stocks the latest, most progressive lenses and frames available, including sunglasses and specialty lenses. It also carries a large selection of eyeglass holder jewelry, including La Loop and Sport Loop holders, and other accessories. Readymade readers and cases are Pictured from left, in front of their landmark building: also in stock. The Ships built their repu- Victoria Solari, Dorothy Voitas, Stephan Wolfe, Penny Ship, Larry Guadiomonte and Dana Ship. tation on precise, quality service, with customer satisfaction as their primary concern. “Eyeglasses only do the job they should if they are made exactly right and fitted correctly,” notes Dana. Rubin’s opticians are up on the latest technology and take care of everyone, from children to senior citizens, with precision and style. All work carries a lifetime service guarantee. The one thing that exceeds Rubin’s expert, attentive service is its selection. More than 1,000 styles of cutting edge, fashion forward frames are available, including hand painted designs and unique lines from hand-picked suppliers. They carry lines at all price points, offering value without compromising quality. Take advantage of Rubin’s storewide sale through April 20 featuring 20 % off all regular priced frames in stock (Maui Jim, Rec Spec & EYEBOBS excluded). Most work is done on the premises. Rubin’s expert mobile opticians will visit nursing homes or make house calls to serve homebound clients. Rubin Opticians is located at 240 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park. Call (201) 447-3121. Visit www. rubinopticians.com and look for them on Facebook. Individuality at the right price at Rubin Opticians Experience the convenience of shopping at home with Barefoot Carpet & Flooring elcome to Barefoot Carpet & Flooring, where quality and personalized service is just a phone call away. Owner Thomas Faber, a lifelong resident of Midland Park, has been in the flooring business for 25 years now, and if there is one thing that hasn’t changed is his dedication to bringing his clients the best service possible. Barefoot Carpet & Flooring over the last few years has turned into a mobil shop-at-home service. “I think we have all experienced it,” says Tom. “You go out to look at different samples in a showroom, and by the time you bring them home, they look completely different. I have found that my clients would rather shop from the comfort of their own homes or offices, in the lighting and the atmosphere of the room(s) they are decorating. Thomas Faber Not only is this convenient for my clients, but it also allows me to do what I enjoy the most, which is helping out with the different shades and colors of flooring and being there to answer any questions that might come up. There is really nothing like the shop-at-home experience”. Barefoot Carpet & Flooring carries a wide variety of flooring, which includes carpet, vinyl, laminate, luxury vinyl tile and hardwood. Another great service we offer is our 0% financing for up to one year. For your convenience we are available during the day and evening. Call Barefoot Carpet & Flooring for an appointment at 201-445-5885 and get ready to sit back, relax and enjoy the luxury of shopping from your own home. W ward-winning painter Carl L. Holst is known as the “painter of poetry” for his ability to capture on canvas the mood and light his subjects evoke. Whether painting a still life, landscape or portrait, this talented artist lets light be the guiding force. Throughout his career, Holst has garnered a number of prestigious awards. including the Salmagundi Club Award; a First Place Award for oil painting at the Arts Center of Northern New Jersey juried show, and a First Place Award at the Tinicum Arts Festival Association Juried Show. He has also been invited to juried shows for the Hudson Valley Art Association and the Artists Professional League. An accomplished artist of diverse talents, Holst has painted since high school. He continued to minor in art at college and later perfected his technique under John P. Osborne at the Ridgewood Art Institute. Holst has painted throughout the United States, Europe and South America. On the Board of Directors of The Ridgewood Art Institute since 1989, A portrait of Jackie Holst is a member of the American Artists Professional League located in New York City. His paintings are in many private and corporate collections, including that of a U.S. Senator. He has galleries located in New York and New Jersey. Whether your interests run to still lifes of everyday subjects, tranquil scenes, breathtaking vistas, nostalgic landmarks or sensitive portraits, it is likely the “painter of poetry” has captured your favorite image on one of his canvases. Portrait commissions and private lessons are also available. Visit his website at Painterofpoetry.com for a virtual tour of his works or call 201-306-1819 for further information. Carl L. Holst: ‘Painter of Poetry’ A The Baseball Card Store: More than cards ave Lancaster and Mike Healy opened The Baseball Card Store in Midland Park in 1989 and have made it a welcoming spot not only for serious collectors, but also for teens on the way home from school or parents and grandparents looking for a nice gift. Here they get advice, the hottest releases and camaraderie, and the kids get to discuss the highlights of their The Baseball Card Store day and to pick a free sweet treat. The Baseball Card Store is a direct dealer with TOPPS, giving them a Home Team Advantage. As an added service, the store maintains a list of Topps Factory Set collectors and notifies them yearly when the new sets are in. An added asset to collectors is that the store has a number of suppliers that give it preference on the newest, most sought-after releases. And the service is always knowledgeable and caring. The store is also a direct dealer with Steiner Sports, and Upper Deck Authenticated. They are the leaders in autographs, such as Jeter, Wright, Reyes, A. Rod and Eli Manning, to name a few. They also carry a full line of Ultra Pro supplies, such as binders, pages and top loaders. Gift wrapping is free, and shipping is available via UPS or Priority Mail. The Baseball Card Store is located at 45 Prospect Street, Midland Park. It is open Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m. till 6 p.m.; Mondays and Thursdays till 8 p.m. Call 201-4459007 for information or visit www.baseballcardstorenj.com. D