Sale to benefit United Hospice of Rockland and Rockland Family Center

Join us from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 8 for a special evening at Maria Luisa Boutique.

Local jewelry designer Fatima Mariam Shabbir will unveil her latest beaded-jewelry creations.

Shabbir has been designing jewelry (along with many other works) for more than 20 years. What began as an inventive way to have the things she wanted or needed developed into an outlet for her creativity that continues to evolve.

She tells us that her inspiration comes from many sources, often based on her appreciation of color.

"Colors are something so beautiful and amazing in our lives, and I am always impressed with the fact that no matter how difficult or saddened life gets, I have always been able to take that second to admire the emerald green of a mallard's head, the beauty of a flower and the vivid cobalt blue of our sky on a clear day," she says. "These are a few of the simple beauties of our world and from these and many others I draw my inspiration."

You're sure to find something both beautiful and inspirational in her work.

Shabbir has a passion for child and family advocacy, as well as speaking up for those who cannot, leading her to support organizations such as the Rockland Family Shelter and United Hospice of Rockland. In her honor, both of these local nonprofit organizations will benefit from this special evening.

Shop and save 10 percent on your purchase, and an additional 10 percent will go towards the organization of your choice, either the Rockland Family Shelter or United Hospice of Rockland.

The evening will also include refreshments.

A donation of $20 is requested at the door.

RSVP: adornations@gmail.com.

Hope to see you there.

Maria Luisa Boutique, 77 S. Broadway, Nyack, N.Y. 845-353-4122.

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You are invited to a Wish List Party

As in past years, Maria Luisa Boutique and ML Gifts & Accessories will again offer a holiday wish list, and this year's program gets under way with a special evening event set from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 1.

Here's how it works:

You come in, see what you'd like from, um, Santa - and we'll keep the info on file for when the little elves come to shop for you.

So plan to stop by with some friends, enjoy a bit of wine and cheese and browse away.

We'll make it easy for you- you see what you like and tell us. Our staffers will track your selections for you.

And don't be shy - see one thing, 10 things (?) you like... add 'em to the list. You never know how generous your family or friends are feeling.

Once your list is done, we'll give you a bunch of cards to pass out to your potential shoppers so they can stop by with a pretty good idea of some ideal gifts.

And if they come to shop before Dec. 11, tell them to let a staffer know it's a "wish-list" purchase so they can enjoy 15 percent off. And just remember to act surprised when you open your treasures on the holiday!

(Oh, and one last thing to make the evening extra special - Anything you purchase during the Dec. 1 event will be yours at 15-percent off, too. That's our gift to you!)

Hope to see you there.

Maria Luisa Boutique, 77 S. Broadway, Nyack, N.Y. 845-353-4122.

ML Gifts & Accessories, 75 S. Broadway, Nyack, N.Y. 845-358-1293.

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We are now interviewing for Seasonal F/T and P/T Sales positions

Seasonal P/T Sales

Maria Luisa, an independent Boutique is now accepting applications for Seasonal, Full Time and Part Time. retail sales positions. Seasonal assignment period: Immediately- January 15, 2012.
We are a fast paced, people oriented environment. It is crucial to us that you have a love of people and enjoy working with the public. Of equal importance is the ability to be comfortable with heavy customer interaction. We are a retail store and require weekend availability.
In this dynamic retail environment you will gain skills that cater to meeting and exceeding personal and professional goals that last a lifetime. No matter what level you enter our organization; you will find there is room for growth.
Generous employee discounts.
Please email your resume and note P/T Seasonal Retail sales on the Subject line.
Please, no calls.

Seasonal F/T Sales

We believe that enthusiasm, integrity and exceptional customer service are vital to success. That's why we continue to search for people who possess these talents.

This Holiday season become a valued member of out team.

We are looking for an individual that wants to be a valuable part of a team.
Energetic and friendly personality.
Potential for growth.
Must be available to work weekends.
We invite you to contact us to discuss the opportunities that await you.

Sales Associates provides a complete shopping experience for our customers, including product knowledge, customer service, merchandising, routines and maintenance. Candidates will also be considered for an Assistant Manager position.
Generous employee discounts.
Seasonal employment term period: Effective immediately with a January 15, 2011 end date.
Consideration for renewed term is possible based on employer's hiring needs.

MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER TO APPLY. MUST HAVE AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF related work experience.
MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS.
Please reference Job Title: Seasonal Sales Associate in the subject line of your message and either F/T
and include your resume.
NOTE: Only applicants considered for an interview will be notified.

We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities. We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic
origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other proscribed category set forth in federal or state regulations. An At-Will Employer

New Website To Be Launched, Fall 2011

We're getting excited to announce our brand new website for both Maria Luisa Boutique and ML Gifts & Accessories this Fall!

When you can't get to the shops in Nyack, you'll soon be able to login to your very own MLB account online, purchase your favorite apparel & accessories, write product reviews, sign up for exclusive emails, and connect on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

The new site will also offer gift certificates (available in amounts ranging from $25 to $250), which are redeemable online or at either the original Maria Luisa Boutique or ML Gifts & Accessories. With the holidays right around the corner, they make the ideal gift when you're not exactly sure what to get someone special. This way, you can sit back and know you've given someone a pretty special gift... after all who wouldn't like to spend time in either Maria Luisa shop, deciding between a pair of new shoes or that fabulous dress, those adorable earrings or stylish new bag, that great piece of pottery or some luxurious bath products.

Let the countdown to website launch begin!