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The Coleman Connection
Toni Coleman's RocHAUS Collective unites local talent, clean products and cool design Article by Mary Stone | Photography by Paul Lossowski RocHAUS Collective on Monroe Ave. is a combination of diverse perspectives and talents, with an emphasis on design, creativity and community. The result is an experience that uplifts and connects people. Founder and Owner Toni Coleman says this article won’t capture the feeling at RocHAUS. To understand, you have to experience firsthand her salon...
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Lessons from Mom
Lessons that have the power to shape our lives forever Article by Betty Dolce We asked local residents to share the values they’ve carried into adulthood, thanks to their moms. The lessons we learn at home have the power to shape our lives forever. Of all the personal, practical, and professional lessons my mom has taught me, the one that stands out the most is this: be your own best friend. Its meaning has evolved as I've grown, and as an adult, I carry it with me when I advocate for myself...
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Well Rounded
Wellness requires balance. Where do you put your energy? Article by Mary Stone | Photography by Paul Lossowski We like to do what we’re good at: It’s comfortable. But it also means we tend to neglect areas we need to improve. To take stock of where we put our attention to lead well balanced lives–for ourselves and the people around us–the Wellness Wheel allows us to assess where we direct our energy to help identify areas we neglect and need to improve. Rochester Regional Health created a...
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New Heights
Women Architects Take the Lead at AIA Rochester Article by Mary Stone | Photography by AIA Rochester The American Institute of Architects Rochester has nearly 400 members, 36 percent of which identify as women. Outside of New York City, which has thousands of members, AIA Rochester is the most active chapter in the state. Despite comprising less than half of the membership, women have held almost half of the board positions over the last seven years, and in every year, except one, the...
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