Marathoners

They did it!

John Mancuso, Jason Moore, Jennifer Moore, and Marcos Chavez completed the November 7th ING New York City Marathon.

According to John, "the training was as tough mentally as it was physically."

Congratulations to all!

Ross Williams' Baby Girl

Instructor Ross Williams and his wife Katja are the happy parents of Laika, born on October 8, 2010.

Marcos Chavez' New Baby

"She's amazing," says instructor Marcos Chavez of his new-born daughter. He provides an explanation of her lovely name:

Ghedi Altagracia Pena-Chavez

Ghedi: of happiness, path, traveler, paradise in desolation
pronounced Gh like in get, edi rhymes with ready

Altagracia: the high grace of her Mother's/Father's/Mother

Born: 11/28/10 10:32am New York City 8lbs./15.8 ozs. 21"

Richard Killeaney's Work Shown

The American Fabric Arts Building, part of the second annual Bridgeport Art Trail, showed works by interior house ware designer and AiNYC instructor Richard Killeaney. He creates housewares from recycled and organic materials. Richard, who grew up in San Diego, designs quilts and pillows inspired by his West Coast roots.

A former fabric company in Bridgeport, CT now houses more than two dozen artists — part of the evolving artistic scene in the city.

Holiday Party!

Camille Bateman, ably assisted by Dianna Harper, once again demonstrated her party-giving abilities. Everyone in attendance at the Canal Room had a wonderful time - there was plenty of room, great music, beer & wine and good food. A festive touch was supplying holiday adornments - hats, crowns, and jingle bell necklaces.

Marc Scoleri was the lucky winner of the raffle. Proceeds of the raffle go to provide scholarships for deserving AiNYC students. President Tad gave the best short speech ever, and was roundly cheered.

Happy Holidays to all!