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REFLECTING ON FALL

INSPIRATION: IRELANDSTYLE MATTERS

CLOSET THERAPY

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Dear Friends,

Please turn the pages of this FORUM Magazine carefully and thoughtfully. In addition to beautiful fall fashions and stylish

essays, you will learn much about our community and the work of extraordinary individuals and organizations that are

giving back to our city so that our children and our region prosper.

Giving back to the community is a privilege. To those of us at Larrimor’s, this embodies a deep commitment to making a

difference among the diverse neighborhoods and individuals that we proudly serve. This legacy of giving is one that we have

nurtured since our founding in 1939. And this core, enduring philosophy is one that we intend to continue well into our

future.

Over the years we have supported countless charities. While their individual missions may differ, their collective efforts have

had a broad and significant impact. For at-risk children and families. Arts and humanities. Science and education. Envi-

ronment and world peace. Public television and public health.

The historical and emerging needs of our community speak to an enduring duty to lend a hand where and whenever

possible. Our community is our home. It is the embodiment of where we live, work and play. And it deserves the very best

we have to offer.

Thanks to our customers and our associates, Larrimor’s has prospered and grown over the past seven decades. And with

that success comes responsibility: to give back to the community and to the city that have given so much to us in

return. Please consider doing the same whenever and wherever you can.

With gratitude and appreciation,

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Co-owners, Larrimor’s

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ONE OF JACK TOMAYKO’S FAVORITE PAINTINGS features a New York City tavern. The bar in Frank Herbert Mason’s Little Italy gained notoriety because of the painting and because the building became a location for movies such as The Godfather III and episodes of The Sopranos television series.

But it’s not the building that interests Tomayko. It’s the painting itself. It’s about how the artist captured dignity in his subjects’ faces. It’s about the painting’s “light effect.” And it’s about how the artist applied the oils and the type of canvas he used.

“Frank Mason spent years investigating techniques and materials used by the Old Masters,” says Tomayko, a long-time art collector. “Little Italy is a great example of his classical style infused with impressionistic fl air. The painting points yet again to why Frank Mason is one of the most acclaimed American artists of our time.”

Art Collector and Entrepreneur

Tomayko has developed his innate sense of art with years of promoting gifted artists such as Mason. London-based artist Paige Bradley has also captured his attention, as has Mexican sculptor Gustavo Torres.

Tomayko showcases these and other artists at private and public events. His annual open house in Shadyside is anticipated by friends and buyers alike. He works with a number of businesses in the community, including Richard Lawrence Interiors and the Inn on Negley, to promote regional artists and offer their works for sale. And his own offi ces are chock full of art.

Art is my passionJACK TOMAYKO: Business owner by day, art collector in evening and weekends.

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Tomayko owns a portfolio of integrated healthcare companies and services that specialize in diagnostic imaging. Among other honors, he was named the 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in Western Pennsylvania for his work in health services. The Tomayko Group of businesses fi lls his daylight hours, and TomaykoArts fi lls his evenings and weekends.

Current projects include promoting Rivers of Steel, an art exhibition at Point Park University celebrating Pittsburgh’s industrial heritage over the past century. The show features works by Aaron Gorson and other artists of regional and national acclaim. Tomayko played a key role in developing the university’s Lawrence Hall Gallery and arranging noteworthy exhibitions by Associated Artists of Pittsburgh and individual artists. To mark the gallery opening in 2009, Tomayko commissioned an almost life-size bronze sculpture by Paige Bradley and donated it to the university. Tomayko also arranged a Frank Mason solo exhibit that year, but sadly, the artist died only months before.

“Frank was excited about the exhibition because he dedicated his life to teaching,” says Tomayko.

The collector and artist had a long-standing relationship, and Tomayko now works with Mason’s wife Anne to promote and sell the artist’s remaining works. This spring the Pittsburgher returned to New York City to bring yet another group of patrons to acquire art at the late artist’s studio, which Anne maintains above the tavern depicted in Little Italy.

Frank Herbert Mason: a light in the dark

Mason has an international reputation for his classical-style paintings, his commitment to preserving traditional methods, and his dedica-tion to encouraging public participation in art conservation issues, says Tomayko. The artist expressed strong disapproval of restoration practices used on Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel.

“He was contrary to the whole stream of thought of the art world,” says Anne Mason in a new documentary, A Light in the Dark: The Art & Life of Frank Mason, which Tomayko hopes to screen in Pittsburgh.

Mason infl uenced generations of artists as a teacher for more than 50 years at the renowned Art Students League of New York. He frequently traveled to Europe to teach classes on lost techniques and to take on portrait commissions. As a young man the artist also traveled to west-ern Pennsylvania for portrait commissions arranged by his brother, who lived in the area. A few of these patron families and former students attended the Mason exhibition in Pittsburgh in 2009.

Little Italy was on display in the show. Today, the painting hangs in Tomayko’s offi ce suite, one of the many locations where the collector displays his art.

“I have more than 30 Frank Mason paintings and a selection of works by other distinguished artists available to view, many of which are for sale,” Tomayko says.

“Art is my passion, and I enjoy when fellow art lovers see what I see. It’s particularly rewarding when I’m showcasing works by up-and-com-ing artists and helping people who have never before collected art.”

Little Italy 1979, by Frank Mason

Tomayko donated Freedom Boundby Paige Bradley to Point Park University

A trailer for the new Frank Mason documentary is available at www.frankmason.org.

For a private appointment to view works by Mason and other artists offered for sale, contact TomaykoArts at 412-481-1566.

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JACK TOMAYKO PHOTO BY TOM BELL

LITTLE ITALY PHOTO BY DAVID ASCHKENAS


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Q:I wear jeans almost everywhere, but wish Ihad alternatives. Can you recommend some

other stylish options? Colored denim is the way to go for fall 2011. Not your typi-cal jeans, the new colored denim adds personality to allkinds of tops and jackets. We love a bright jean (preferablyskinny ankle length with heels or boots) worn with a con-trasting bright top, or else with neutrals. As for your regularblue denim jeans, slim is still in but so are wide legs andflares. You really need both styles this season.

Q:I own a few scarves but am not sure how towear them. Any ideas?

Scarves and shawls are bigger than ever for fall 2011, incashmere, silk and blends. Fold a large square diagonallyand drape it around your shoulders. (Keep one in your hand-bag if you tend to get cold.) Or take a long oblong, fold it inhalf and put the ends through the loop (very European) orelse wrap it a few times around your neck or waist, or evenyour handbag. Stop by and we’d be happy to demonstrate.And while you’re here, check out our newly arrived scarvesin fabulous colors and textures. With a simple top andtrousers, the scarf makes the outfit (and makes a perfect giftif you’re unsure of sizes)!

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Most definitely yes! Leggings are a great way to add ayouthful flair to almost any outfit. They make maturewomen look young and chic, they cover winter-white legswhen there’s no time to get a tan, and they’re generally veryslimming.

Our main caveat: leggings are not pants! Make sure towear a long enough top so that your derrière is completelycovered. If you don’t own the right long tops (and there areplenty of gorgeous ones in our store for fall), you can wearyour leggings with a flowy dress or even a pencil skirt andhigh-heeled wedges. In fact, good-quality leggings makeeverything you own look just a little more hip.

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Participants attend two classeseach day. Between morning andafternoon sessions, lunch seminarsfeature conversations with

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Unlike other “fantasy foodcamps” I’ve attended, these classeswere truly interactive. For starters,a pastry class with Gina di Palma,who insists that baking need notbe an exact science: even if resultsvary, it will likely still be

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delicious! Next, bouillabaisse withAlain Sahlac, Dean of the FrenchCulinary Institute, a warm, gentleFrenchman who instructed us inthe fine art of putting lobsters tosleep. Then we prepared pan roast-ed duck and asparagus with Comtécheese foam with David Bouley, afan of healthful artisanal cooking.

My final class was Thanksgiving-themed, led by superstar chef ToddEnglish, whose demonstrationswere entertaining and informativewith a side order of dry humor. Tobreak with the whole-bird tradi-tion, we made a cornbread stuffedboneless roast turkey breast (andeven took home ingredients forour own Thanksgiving feasts).

After spending my entire careeraround fashion’s who’s who, thesewonderful food masters havebecome my new rockstars. Iremain their ever-devoted groupie.

Previous page,left: David Bouleywith his students

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PUMPKIN LASAGNARecipe by Todd EnglishServes 2

Ingredients:1 sugar pumpkin7 sheets blanched rosemary pasta(substitute 7 sheets fresh pasta)1/2 cup mascarpone cheese1/4 cup ground amaretti cookie1/4 cup ground almonds1/2 cup parmesan cheese, gratedbutternut squash sauce watercress, for garnish

For the Butternut Squash Sauce:(Yields 1 quart)1 butternut squash1 sprig rosemary, choppedsalt and pepper, to taste2 cups half and half2 cups heavy cream2 oz. butter1/4 cup maple syrup

Directions: Peel the squash and dice into large

pieces. Place the squash in saucepot and add the liquids and rose-mary. Slowly cook until the squashbecomes soft. Drain off the liquidand reserve. Place the squash intoblender. Add just enough liquid tocover, then blend and add butter.Adjust seasoning and consistency.

Next, slice top off pumpkin, scoopout seeds and any membrane.Clean seeds and toast separately.Roast pumpkin at 400°F for 40minutes, or until inside meat iscooked. Turn oven down to 350°F.Toss pasta in butternut squashsauce. Lay one sheet of pasta inthe bottom of the pumpkin. Spread1-2 tablespoons of mascarponecheese on top, then sprinkle alayer of cookie, almond andparmesan. Continue layering untilpumpkin is filled. Top with parme-san cheese and bake 30 minutes.

Garnish with watercress and serve.

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The Pittsburgh area is full of civic treasures, some more well known than others. Winning sportsteams, waterways, green spaces and an active arts and cultural community are all part of the patch-work of the unique Pittsburgh experience. There are other less recognized resources that are partof the fabric of Pittsburgh, such as a generous philanthropic community and a world renownedmedical network. Inexorably linked to the medical community is a little-known treasure that com-plements medical services: Family House, Inc. Serving patients and families from all areas of Pennsylvania, the nation and the world, Family House has been an integral partner to allarea hospitals for nearly three decades.

Established in 1983 as a private 501 (c)( 3) by a dedicated group of community business and civicleaders, Family House has provided a special “home away from home” for patients and their fam-ilies who are seeking medical treatment for serious or life-threatening illnesses in Pittsburgh. Byoffering convenient, safe and affordable housing in a home-like environment, through a networkof support and compassion, Family House reduces the emotional and financial stress for peoplefacing a desperate medical crisis in an unfamiliar city. Annually, Family House accommodates over10,000 guests and since its inception, Family House has served as “home” for more than 120,000individuals from all over the United States and many foreign countries.

Currently, Family House operates four houses with 160 rooms in the Oakland and Shadysideneighborhoods of Pittsburgh. The stellar reputation of Pittsburgh as a world leader in medical care,organ transplantation and other treatments for serious medical situations has positionedPittsburgh as a premiere medical destination. Located at the doorstep of many of Pittsburgh’s lead-ing medical facilities, Family House offers guests myriad accommodations at a rate significantlylower than area hotels. Beyond the economical advantages, each guest room includes a privatebath, television and wireless access. In addition, the numerous amenities include complimentaryshuttles to the various hospitals, on-site laundry, state-of-the-art community kitchens, dining areasand living spaces, kitchen pantries, computer rooms, libraries and 24-hour security, as well as on-site management and exercise rooms. Most importantly, Family House creates a unique and sup-portive home that enables guests to heal comfortably. The unique shared spaces allow the patientsand caregivers to mingle and form long-lasting bonds through shared meals, activities and experi-ences.

The generosity of the Pittsburgh community helps to support Family House operations and pro-grams. It is important to note that corporate and foundation giving, as well as individual giving,forms a basis for financial health for Family House. As the economy rebounds, the need for FamilyHouse continues and financial gifts of any size are meaningful. Annual gifts, bequests or monthlypledges are all utilized judiciously and with great care. Operating with only 18 full-time staff mem-bers, overhead at Family House is consciously kept lean so that the guests’ needs are of primaryimport.

With such a small staff, a critical part of the operations of the four houses is the volunteer base.The nearly 300 volunteers help guide the families through their day-to-day experiences, providecomfort in a time of great need, perhaps cook a meal, share a story or just listen. The many hoursof service given so generously by the volunteers makes a stay at Family House a true “family expe-rience.”

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In a world where unexpected occurrences seem to happen almost every day – political uprisings in the Middle

East, the tsunami and earthquake in Japan, record-breaking tornadoes here in the U.S., and even the demise of

Osama Bin Laden – it is not unusual to ask oneself, “How are these events affecting my financial well-being?”

“What happens when interest rates start going up? When will the market fall again? What about the price of oil?”

The accuracy and completeness of this information is not guaranteed. The opinions expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of BPU Investment Management, Inc. or its affiliates. The material is solely for informational purposes and is not a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or instrument or to participate in any trading strategy. Our firm does not render legal, accounting or tax advice. Please consult your CPA or attorney on such matters. Asset allocation, diversification and rebalancing do not assume a positive return or protect against loss.

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These are all legitimate questions if you are anxious

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about outliving your assets and long-term threats

such as inflation, taxes and distribution rates. You

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tuations of the market.

Inflation. When planning for the long term,

remember that the same dollar today will probably

buy far less 5 years, 10 years and 20 years from

now. Therefore, in my opinion, you need to make

sure you have a growth portion to your allocation

mix of stocks, bonds, alternatives and cash to com-

bat inflation. That number can vary depending on

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Taxes. If you are a high income earner in the top

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Distribution Rate. I believe it is prudent to limit the

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For Kat, an interview with the mayor of Braddock, Pennsylvania, inspired an abundance of research on urban renewal and the pitfalls of gentrification. Her project discusses the ‘creative class’ and its usefulness in fueling economic renewal in this distressed town south of Pittsburgh. Kat Bovbjerg WT ’11University of Chicago

Moved by murals throughout the city, Blake investigated the process of engaging a community in the creation of public art. She turned that lesson on herself by creating a mural that would both reflect a sense of identity and the values of her community while illustrating that ‘creative thought does matter.’

Blake Uretsky WT ’11 Cornell University

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Q:My girlfriend has been buying mescarves but I have no idea how to

wear them. Are they in style?Yes, more than ever! Whether cashmere or wool, bulky handknits or fine gauge with fringe, bright solids or patterned alpinedesigns, a scarf is the easiest way to add personality to yourlook. The trick to wearing them: don’t overthink it! Just wrapyour favorite scarf around your neck a few times, or try theEuropean way: fold a long scarf in half, drape it around yourneck, and pull the ends through the loop. Voila! Instant panache.And don’t wait for the snowstorms: a beautiful scarf is a greatfashion accent, whatever the weather.

Q:Magazines show bright color pants,yet on the streets, most guys wear

jeans or khakis. What’s up with the color? Bright colors (best in slim five-pocket models) are definitely anew direction for men’s trousers, most popular with contempo-rary customers and guys with self-confidence. If you dare, givethem a try: color is fun, mood-elevating and not all that hard towear. (Nantucket red has been a staple in New England fordecades...) If you’re not so bold, try the new five-pocket modelsin neutral shades, in non-denim fabrics like brushed twill andcorduroy. With more options than ever in casual trousers,there’s no need to be boring—or bored.

Q:Why buy clothing in a specialty storewhen so much is available online?

While shopping online can be tempting, there are many caveats.First of all, not all designers produce the same quality goods forall accounts. So a designer polo from a flash sale or discountsite or outlet store might be a different weight or color than the“same” designer polo in an upscale store. Second, at independ-ent specialty stores like ours, you work with store owners andtrained tailors and wardrobe consultants whose reputationdepends on making you look terrific. Most also offer free closetmakeovers: they’ll come to your home, sort through your closetand update your wardrobe with a new piece or two to bring it alltogether. In addition, store owners stand behind their product,so you’ll never get stuck with an impulse-purchase-gone-wrong.

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y mission 10 years ago was to make the best jeans inthe world; that’s still our mission today,” assertsAgave founder Jeff Shafer. “We started with eightjeans; last year we did $11 million in sales, a recordfor us, just in men’s. My wife Lauren (who retired

from the business 16 years ago to raise our son Jacob) is back asdesigner of women’s. We’ve become a true luxury label focused onUSA-made quality product.”

How do you compete with bigger brands?I knew the secret of making the best jeans was inthe denim. I found the best denims from boutiquemills in Japan. I focused on fabric and fit, partner-ing with a Japanese jeans manufacturer with pro-duction and laundry in L.A. that made jeans forLevi’s. They knew how to make a jean authentical-

ly and accurately. Agave stands for the highestquality jeans, made authentically in the USA. Our customers

know this and appreciate our commitment.

How tough is it to work with your spouse?I wouldn’t be a designer today if it weren’t for Lauren. Twocompanies ago we started working together: I was theowner and she was doing production. We hit tough timesand had to let our designer go, and Lauren encouraged me

to do the design myself; she actually taught me how. Ifound my passion thanks to Lauren and I’ve been trying to get

her back to work with me for a long time. Last September, ourson Eli started high school and she finally agreed. Here’s why it works: We are equals; we trust each other and don’t

compete with one another. We try not to discuss work at home.

We have the same taste level but complementary skills. Weshare values, integrity and the same commitment to quality.

What’s the next big thing in denim for fall 2011?The news is COLOR in bottoms, not just shades of indigo,black and gray, but brown, olive and camel. The other excite-ment is alternative weaves (twills, cords, etc.) in five-pocketmodels, washed down to a beautiful patina.

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The runways of Milan, New Yorkand Paris showcase fashion at itsmost extravagant. Limited editionwool suits and belts made from the mostexotic skins were paraded out to cause astir—and it worked.

Thankfully there’s more to menswearthan one-off pieces singularly designedwith connoisseurs in mind. This fall,men’s clothing and accessory makershave created some of their most variedand versatile collections to meet theeveryday needs of the stylish modernman. Sharp suits and sportcoats in arich array of autumnal colors andtweedy textures, sporty jackets made ofweatherproof materials, big bold knits insolids and multi-hued variations, andeven a resurgence of cashmere, cor-duroy and camel hair are wearable andon-trend. So whether you’re loungingaround the house, dashing to the office,going for a weekend road trip, or prepar-

A patternedsportcoat can bedressed up ordown, and adouble-breastedcamel peacoatsatisfies threetrends in one.

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DUAL-PURPOSE Perfect for the officein classic pinstripes or subtle win-dowpane patterns, these samejackets come alive at night whenpaired with casual slacks andjeans, coincidentally the way mostreal men now define weekendwear. If you want to try somethingnew, check out this year’s crop ofdouble-breasted jackets, or DBs, asthey’re known. Nearly everydesigner from Armani to Zegna isbanking on double-breasted suitsplaying a starring role in men’swardrobes, this fall and beyond. Tothat end, double-breasted jackets

come in many variations, from lowfour-button models with softshoulders and very straight lapelsto serious, military-inspired highsix- and even eight-button, peaklapel jackets with strong shouldersand streamlined waists. Many ofthese shapes also carry over intoouterwear and sportcoats.

SWEET PEAS The pea coat originat-ed in the 18th century, when thedurable jackets were used to clothesailors and other military person-nel who found the “pij” material(from the Dutch word pijjekkermeaning twilled cloth) used tomake them incredibly warm.Modern menswear makers couldnot have foreseen record cold tem-peratures across the globe whenthey developed their own versionsof these hearty coats, but rest

assured that the double-breastedtoppers are ready to work doubleduty when necessary.

STRIKE A CORD Corduroy comes inmany sizes—from pinwale to extrawide wale—and this season topbrands like Belvest, Kiton, Zegna,Loro Piana and Canali have

employed the time-honored ribbedcloth in everything from jeans,jackets and sport shirts to outer-wear, blazers, and even tailoredclothing. Pinwale corduroy in acotton/cashmere blend is HugoBoss’s top dog this season, whilecashmere kingpin BrunelloCucinelli prefers brushed corduroyfor his collection of quilted coats.

OUT OF THE DESERT Few items in aman’s wardrobe have ever beenmore luxurious than a camel topcoat. Now that familiar topper—astaple of 1930s and 1940sHollywood royalty—has been rein-terpreted in everything from carcoats and high-waisted trousers tosportcoats and even full camel hair(or colored) suits. Designers asdiverse as Hermès, GiorgioArmani, Tom Ford andErmenegildo Zegna offered just apreview of the full camel stampedeto come this winter.

TECHNO? TECH YES! RememberZegna’s imaginative I Jacket withits built-in touch control panel atthe cuff, allowing one to interfacewith his iPod without touching it?Or how about Loro Piana’s innova-tive Storm System technology,which renders even the most opu-lent fabrics like superfine wool andcashmere water repellent? Thosebrilliant ideas have come full circleand spawned a whole generation ofhigh tech, high style garments.Whether it’s a polyester and nylonjacket that actually breathes as thetemperature rises, or a top coatdesigned with touch technologythat lets you hide your electronicsand control them remotely, thisseason, it’s high style to wearsomething high tech.

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FOR OVER 50 YEARS, Allegheny Valley School (AVS) has been providing lifelong opportunities for people with intellectualand developmental disabilities (I/DD). Today, AVS provides a variety of residential and therapeutic programs to over900 adults and children in 125 facilities and programs throughout nine Pennsylvania counties. Headquartered inCoraopolis, PA, AVS cares for some of the most vulnerable citizens in our communities. Approximately 80 percent ofthe individuals receiving care have a severe or profound diagnosis and many alsohave physical disabilities or medical complications.

In 2008, AVS was acquired by NHS Human Services (NHS), one of the country’slargest non-profit providers of human services. Today, NHS/AVS is the largestprovider of care to individuals with I/DD in Pennsylvania. Their goal is to help individuals grow and function at their fullest potential and as independently as possible. AVS works with families to achieve the desired outcomes for their children,siblings or other relatives, so they can live happy, fulfilling lives.

“My brother John has lived at AVS since he was ayoung boy. Today, he’s in his 50s. Having John atAVS is such a comfort for our entire family. I knowthat John is receiving exceptional care, learning newskills and living life to its fullest.” — Diane Barna

IN 1975, THE TERRIBLE

TOWEL® was created bythe late Steelers broad-caster Myron Cope toinspire fan involvement in a playoff game againstthe then Baltimore Colts.Over 35 years later, TheTerrible Towel® remains aSteelers fan essential.

In 1996, Myron Cope,a longtime friend to AVS, gave the ownership of The Terrible Towel® trademark to AVS. The fundsthat AVS receives from The Terrible Towel® are contributed to the Capital Development Fund and used to cover costs such as equipment, program expansions and renovations to our facilities.

THE LEGACY OFTHE TERRIBLE TOWEL®

ALLEGHENY VALLEY SCHOOLLifelong opportunities for people with

intellectual and developmental disabilities

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AVS provides a comprehensive continuum of services to support each person and help them continue to grow andlearn at every stage of their lives. AVS offers multiple residential options including Campus Living, Group Homes,Supported Living and Family Living/Life Sharing.

Adult Training Programs provide opportunities for individuals to enhance their capacity to achieve. By focusing oncognitive, communications and physical development, a variety of therapeutic programs assist with the cultivation ofvocational and living skills. AVS partners with local businesses to encourage employment of consumers.

AVS’ programs and services include training for employment, health services, occupational, physical and respiratorytherapies, social services and communications training.

To enhance services provided, AVS has developed, implemented and distributed an innovative sensory program.People with I/DD frequently have difficulty using sensory information from the environment. This program providesa variety of sensory activities and settings to help consumers interact more comfortably within their own surroundings.Innovative sensory rooms, gardens and specialized activities have helped consumers develop and expand their senses,making a real difference in their lives.

PROGRAMS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

AVS offers community residential environments and therapeutic programs that help individuals grow and function at their fullest potential,as independently as possible. At left, a dedicatedAVS staffer assists a resident in the greenhouse.

AVS is grateful for the decades of support they have received fromthe community, family and friends. Donations help cover expensesthat are not reimbursable by Medicaid, such as equipment and renovations. Your support for the children and adults served byAVS is greatly appreciated.

For more information on AVS services, or to make a donation,please visit www.avs.net, or call 412.299.2228.

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WHYSTYLE MATTERSMaking a good impressionhas never been more important. Nor has it ever been easier!

Studies show that well-dressed men

get higher paying jobs, enjoy better

social status and are more attractive to

the opposite sex.

Here are some simple tips on how

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BUILDING A GREATWARDROBE IS SIMPLERTHAN YOU THINK.

WITH A FEW NEW BASICS, A WONDERFUL

FOUNDATION (AND BETTER FIRST IMPRESSIONS)

CAN BE BUILT.

1. Dressy Casual 2. Sartorial 3. Sporty Casual

simple updates forall your modes...


Plaid ClassicA great neutral

plaid adds instant

style to jeans and

moves gracefully

from offi ce to

dinner.

Color StatementA bolder plaid

in rich fall colors

adds excitement

to solid basics

and layers well

with sweaters.

THE ESSENTIAL SPORTCOATTHE MVP OF DRESSY CASUAL

Dressy Casual

No single item is more effective in transforming

a man’s wardrobe than the sportcoat. It makes

a man look “dressed,” while enhancing and

concealing all the right body parts...


UnconstructedA soft, unlined

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It looks casually

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a second skin!

CollegiateCorduroyToasty warm and

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Soft CashmereUnconstructed

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pants, jeans and

everything in

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The IntellectualAdd a sweater

to a windowpane

wool suit for a

super smart look.

The Young TurkA well-cut dark

suit can take you

everywhere... and

a great wool tie is

an easy way

to add some

personality.

The PlayerA fun shirt (without

a tie) with an open

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From a fi rst interview to the corner offi ce,

one properly fi tting neutral suit in a transitional

fabric is an essential basic for the well-

dressed man.

(NEW)


The StatesmanHerringbone in

warm fall tones

plus a buttoned

vest spells

confi dence.

The MogulNavy pinstripe

suit, blue shirt,

red tie, slim cut...

need we say

more?

whichSUITSyou?


Sporting Event With ClientA quilted, fi tted,

double breasted*-

jacket is as warm

as it is fl attering.

Weekend OutingCold, blustery

days can be faced

in style with an

elegant update to

the classic parka.


Soccer SidelinesThrow a great

scarf over a

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Country DriveGo antiquing and

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Sporty Casual

RELAXEDSTYLE

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COLD COMFORTA

s cold weather approaches, ‘tis time forwinter sports, a cozy new coat and aheart-warming cocktail. After ice skating,

cross country skiing or snowshoeing at theLake Placid Lodge in New York’s Adirondackmountains, guests keep out the chill with thehotel’s winter drink, the Barkeater. BartenderLori Kudelski, who created the Barkeater,shares the recipe for this snug concoction.Ingredients: 1 oz. vanilla vodka, 1 oz.Frangelico, 1 oz. Amaretto, a splash of NewYork State maple syrup, and 4 oz. cream. Mixvodka, Amaretto, Frangelico and maple syrupin a shaker, then pour over ice in an old fash-ioned glass. Top with cream and garnish witha mint leaf. Cheers!L

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GREEK REVIVALA

few steps behind the Kapsaliana Village there’s an ancient olive tree. It stands alone, determinedly rooted into a slightrise. From here, the view stretches across the largest olive grove on Crete, over a lush valley, to the sea. The scene isquiet and stunningly beautiful. Originally home to a thriving olive press worked by monks (the historic Arkadi

monastery is nearby), the settlement was gradually abandoned after the press was closed in 1955. Today, under the brillianttuteledge of architect Myron Toypoyannis, Kapsaliana Village has been rebuilt and restored and named a member ofHistoric Hotels of Greece. The age-old architecture is combined with modern comforts. Twelve guest houses, hewn from theoriginal dwellings, are set on cobblestone alleys. The olive press is now a museum. The restaurant offers superb traditionalCretan food, and there’s a luxurious swimming pool. But most of all, there’s an atmosphere of tranquility and seclusion, as iftime had paused to offer visitors a few moments of complete serenity.

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COUNTRY CHICI

n the Kentucky countryside not far from Lexington, there’s a historic eight-room house. Originally named Bellevue, it was built in 1779 by Colonel JohnBowman (the state’s first military governor) for his wife, Elizabeth. Now, it’s

the home of Jayne Thompson Antiques, decorated with a lavish collection ofEnglish and Italian furniture and accessories. The shop is so popular withantiques aficionados, collectors often fly in (there’s a nearby private airport) toshop. For visitors with an urge to experience a more gracious time, JayneThompson will also arrange a dinner. Catered by Debbie Long of Dudley’sRestaurant in Lexington, the meal is prepared from seasonal ingredients andpaired with appropriate wines. It’s served either in the home’s stunning diningroom filled with antiques, or on the lawn, where the hostess places 18th-centu-ry Windsor chairs and a 17th-century oak farm table, set with EnglishIronstone china.

GILT TRIPA

long with golf, rock climbing and fly fishing,guests of The Broadmoor Hotel at the foot ofthe Rockies in Colorado Springs can go for

the gold. The sparkling festivities begin in a chauf-feured Hummer (gold-flecked handcrafted choco-lates and a bottle of Champagne are provided),which brings you to the Money Museum. Here,caterers serve dinner in the Bass Gallery, whereover $20 million dollars worth of paper money andrare coins, including the most comprehensive col-lection of American gold coinage in existence, isstored. Between courses, the curator of the muse-um joins guests and passes around several million dollars in coins and notes. The Broadmoor’s wealthy revelry culminatesat the hotel bar with chocolate sorbet decorated with 18K gold leaf, created by executive restaurant pastry chef RémyFünfrock, and director of wine Tim Baldwin opens a bottle of Moët & Chandon, Cuvée Dom Perignon Oenothèque, 1966.

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dents and visitors, serious yoga practitioners and firsttimers alike, can join certified instructors for “BeachYoga at 3rd Street, Miami Beach.” This ultimate SouthBeach insider happening, which attracts vacationingBroadway stars and fashion editors, among others, hasbeen meeting every day at sunrise and sunset for thepast 12 years. Take water and a towel, and spend anhour reaching new horizons. D

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SOMETIMES, THE ANSWERSTO LIFE’S QUESTIONSAREN’T IN YOUR BRAIN.THEY’RE IN YOUR CLOSET.BY JAMES RARUS

A former boss, the president of a luxury apparel firm,used to scream at me: “You know what your problem is?You think too much! Just sell!” Today, I work for myself. Iplay menswear psychologist and at a psychologist’s rate,though I’m not a doctor.

Analyze this: Twice yearly, menswear merchants filltheir shops with thoughtfully selected apparel, trans-forming their stores into virtual treasure troves of luxu-ry. A man’s closet should be a similar treasure trove, theclothes he pulls out each morning helping to determineif people will buy into his personality, business acumen,credibility, or whatever he’s selling.

I recently worked with a client in his cedar paneledcloset. His trousers, dress shirts and blazers hung evenlyspaced on cedar hangers. His shoes rested in perfect rows,his belts and ties were arranged meticulously.

I thought about this client, a bachelor with a highfinance job: trim physique, handsome features, great hair,beautiful clothes. But then a flash: he owned no sweaters!Mother Nature took the time to create this perfect speci-men, almost begging to be wrapped in luxurious fabrics,and not one cashmere knit!

I looked around his spectacular apartment with itsexpansive views of Central Park and envisioned thewomen he’d soon date thanks to this newly conceivedwardrobe. A breakthrough moment, said my inner Freud.

Want your own breakthrough? Think of your favoritestore as your closet; then think of your wardrobe as a jazzsong with layered textures, colors, tones and dimensionsto help showcase your own unique qualities.

Soon after shrinking my client’s head with this musicmetaphor, he became the proud owner of a dozen two-and four-ply cashmere knits and a few merinos in mas-culine shades both deep and pale. His wardrobe is nowbalanced with casually elegant cardigans, turtlenecks,V-necks and crews; his tailored clothing pieces nowdouble as sportswear. His love life has improved, too:wearing an outfit of his own creation featuring a knitcardigan, he recently met the woman of his dreams.

When people ask me what I do for a living, I often say,“I alter men’s perceptions of their closets so that whenthey get dressed each day, they’re energized andinspired.” To which they usually respond, “You think toomuch! But let me ask you a question. Can I wear…?”

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