2010 News and Events


Dec 13th, 2010

Ribbon Cutting

Westbury Natural Store (181 Post Ave.)

From left Benjamin Pardo, Jacqueline Pardo, Joan Boes (Deputy Mayor), Samira Sayage, Jad Sayage, Yvette Sayage (Owners of the new Westbury Natural Store at 181 Post Ave.), Vicki Lauro and Joe Piscitello (chamber VP) and Frank Srisone (Photo by Al Posillico)

November 16th, 2010:

Relaunch/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Westbury Holiday Inn on Old Country Road

November 3, 2010:

Power Up Your Marketing Now
With Guest Speaker David Robidoux

Omni Building - 333 Earle Ovington Blvd., Uniondale, NY

Cost: FREE

October 21st, 2010

Night at the Races

At Piccolo Ristorante

180 Glen Cove Road, Carle Place, NY (next to Dressbarn)

• 2 For 1 Happy Hour (5:30-7:30PM)
• Grand Buffet plus cash bar
• DJ Music
• Raffles Giveaways

October 15, 2010

Twenty-Sixth Annual Small Businessperson of the Year (NCCC) honors

Steve Levy
At the last legislative breakfast meeting of the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, Inc, Steve Levy, President of the Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce was awarded a plaque as the outstanding business person of the year. This annual honor is presented to show recognition for leadership in our communities. The award was presented by Supervisor Kate Murray, of the Town of North Hempstead. Also in the Photo, Garry Hughes, legislator, Steve Levy, and Mark Bonilla, all members of the council.

September 12th, 2010

Westbury Republican Committee 2010 Annual Breakfast Meeting

At Verdi's on Old Country Road

The Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce was among three designated Honoree’s at the Westbury Republican Committee 2010 Annual Breakfast Meeting. Mayor Peter Cavallaro, of Westbury, and Donald Pritchett, owner of three McDonalds in Westbury and Carle Place area were also honored. A large contingent of the Westbury/Carle Place Board members were present, and were recognized by the club for the Chamber’s many contributions to the business communities.

From left Vickie Lauro, Jackie Pardo, Steven Levy (Pres), Joe Piscitelllo Jr. (VP), Ben Pardo, and John Heslin (Photo by Al Posillico)

August 3, 2010

National Night Out

You are invited to attend National Night Out. This event will help with heightened crime and drug prevention awareness. National Night Out will begin with a parade at 5pm on Tues., August 3, 2010. It is a community event and there are opportunities for businesses to set a table free of charge. For more information please see the attached flier. Marjory Giordani will be Co-Chairing the event and is looking for the support of the members of the Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce.

Also there will be an Essay Contest for the Elementary and High School students. We are looking for some of following items to donate.

Elementary Students
• Movie Tickets
• I-tune cards
• Gifts card to Game Stop
• Store Gift Cards ($25 up)
• Best Buy Gift Cards

Middle and High Schoolers
• iPod
• Laptop Computer
• Wii Game

If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Marjory Giordani. Thank you.
Marjory Giordani - Branch Manager / Assistant Vice-President
1055 Old Country Rd., Westbury, NY 11550
(516) 495-5008 /email:mgiordani@statebankofli.com

June 30th, 2010

Member Luncheon Meeting at Holiday Inn on Old Country Road

Alan Halpern from The Halpern Group, a graphic design & marketing firm, made a presentation at the luncheon: How Can I Get My Business To The Next Level? highlighting three case studies. Comments received include: "A Great presentation", "I really had no idea what your company did", and "Let's talk how you can help us move to the next level." Contact Alan at 338-5100 for a copy of his PowerPoint presentation.

Alan was selected through a business card lottery at the previous meeting. Member luncheon is held at the last Wednesday of every month. A different member will be selected for a presentation at following meeting. This is a great opportunity to inform other members of your company, products and services. It's also important to support this member event.

June 6th, 2010

Night at the Races Wednesday 6-9 PM

Piccolo Ristorante,
180 Glen Cove Road, Carle Place, NY
(next to Dressbarn)

Grand Buffet plus cash bar - Only $25.00 PP
Cheer and bet your favorite horses at your table and view each race on large TV screens. Or, just cheer for your neighbor.
Seating is limited to the first 60 people.
So RSVP ASAP to Joe Piscitello at 516-375-9835 by Monday, June 14th
Win, Place, or Show, Everyone will be a Winner!

Map 18th, 2010

Our Spring Net-Working Program
6:30 pm The Bristal. 117 Post Avenue, Westbury

On Tuesday, evening, May 18, at the Bristal on Post Ave. Westbury. The Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce presented a gathering for Chamber members and their guests for a combined Wine and Cheese tasting, and networking event. Wines produced from a single grape, the nebbiolo, a series of producers wines, from the Piedmont Region of Italy were presented and discussed by Ben Pardo, a chamber board member. Five cheeses accompanied the wimes , along with fruits.Those in attendance expressed their pleasure oat attending this event and look forward to the next Chamber sponsored event. Prizes were distributed to our lucky winners and a 50/50 raffle netted the chamber some much needed revenue.

Chamber pres. Steve Levy(left) and presenter, Ben Pardo

Gathering of guests at the event

50/50 raffle drawing
April 28th, 2010

Korean Night at the Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday evening, April 28th, at the Westbury Senior Center on Post Ave, Westbury, a gala Korean Night was hosted by the Korean Spirit and Cultural Promotion Project, along with the sponsorship io the Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce. In attendance were some 100 people, Chamber members, and their guests, all there to enjoy a cultural and culinary treat. Two films were presented, explaining the early history and art of old Chosan , along with a film on modern Korea, and the progress after the war that divided that nation. A grand buffet of Korean specialty foods completed a fine night of cultural exchanges.

Cultural Project Hosts

Buffet Dinner

Front row knelling down (left to right) Vice President Joseph Piscitello Jr., President Steven Levy of the Westbury/Carle Place Chamber, Middle row Korean Culture Group, back row Rotary with guest from Tailand.
March 23rd, 2010

"Meet the Manager"TD Bank, Westbury

TD Bank is located at 6060 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury, NY 11590.
February 16th, 2010

Rob Fishman of Sandler Training on The Silver Lining – How to Sell Efectively in Today's Business Climate

January 29, 2010

Piccolo Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce, with its Board Members, on to welcome Piccolo Restaurante into our area. The Grand Opening was held on Friday, January 29, 2010, from noon to 3 PM. Located at 180 Glen Cove Road in Carle Place, and owned by Mr. And Mrs. Tom Valenti Sr. The restaurant serves Italian specialties, and Pizza. A free grand Buffet and full open Bar was available to all who attended. The festivities were broadcast live by radio station B103.5 with announcer The Wise Man Interviewing patrons and distributing gift certificates as prizes for correct answers to trivia questions.
January 13, 2010

Holiday Dinner Party

The Westbury/Carle Place Chamber of Commerce held its annual New Year Holiday dinner party at the Westbury Manor Restaurant on Wednesday, January 13th 2010. In attendance were the Officers and Board Members, and people from the business community. All present enjoyed a night of fine dining and wine, along with a DJ for dancing, and a grab bag game with lots of switches, and laughter.


All photos by Al Posillico (516-334-0119)