business briefs
Invisalign Open House Nov. 8

The public is cordially invited to an Invisalign Open House Thursday, Nov. 8, 4-7 p.m., at Traci Portnoff, DMD, PC Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, 65 West Main St., Westborough. Visit the office for refreshments and to learn about Invisalign, "the clear way to straighten teeth." If you have wondered if Invisalign is right for you, call Donna to reserve your time for the special one-day event. Eligible Invisalign Open House patients will receive a free consultation and free teeth whitening with Invisalign. Space is limited for the first 10 reservations. Visit www.portnoffdental. com for more information. The Invisalign Open House and associated promotions and refreshments are hosted and sponsored by Traci Portnoff. Flooring America gets in the 'holiday spirit'

Flooring America is currently off ering holiday gifts with every purchase, including free MP3 players, DVD players or camcorders. See their sale flyer in the Nov. 2 edition of the Community Advocate, stop by the store for details or visit their website at www. flooringamerica1.com for more information. Flooring America is also off ering no payments, no interest until 2009. Stop by their showrooms at 276 Turnpike Rd.

Route 9 east, next to Lowe's & BJ's), Westborough or 950 Chestnut St. (off Route 140 or exit 16 off Route 495), Franklin.

Small Works' opens Nov. 8

The opening reception for Molly Hamilton's "Small Works" will be held Thursday, Nov. 8, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Post Road Art Center. Hamilton, a resident of Provincetown, works in acrylic and in encaustic. Post Road Art Center is located at 1 Boston Post Rd. in Marlborough, and can be visited at www.postroadartcenter. com.

Stroke, osteoporosis screenings Nov. 27

Residents living in and around Shrewsbury can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke or a serious bone fracture Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the Shrewsbury Council on Aging. The screenings, held by Life Line Screening, are fast, painless and low cost. Appointments start at 9 a.m. and pre-registration is required. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit www. lifelinescreening.com.

Designer Jewelry Trunk Show Nov. 2-3

Peggy's Place will be hosting a Designer Jewelry Trunk Show Friday, Nov. 2, from 3-7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 3, from 12-5 p.m. Many items from such popular designers as Jenlari, Joya Pearl, David Tishbi and Sara Blaina will be on sale. Peggy's Place is located at One Grafton Common, Grafton. Look for ad in this week's edition of the Community Advocate for a special two-day discount off er.

Bay State All Stars offers free trial class

A free trial class will be offered during November at Bay State All Stars, whose professional and certified coaches produce national champion cheer and dance teams. In addition, new Pop Warner teams are starting for ages 4-8 and 9-14, tumble and stretch classes are ongoing, and the dance team is still accepting members. Recreational cheer and dance classes start this month, too. Bay State All Stars is located at 11 McKeon Rd., Worcester, and can be visited at www.baystateallstars. com.

Pandora Trunk Show Nov. 8 and 9

Southborough Jewelers, 162 Cordaville Rd., Southborough, will host a Pandora Trunk Show Thursday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Friday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Guests who buy five beads will receive one Pandora match jewelry item free, up to a $49 value, or those who spend $200 will get a free Pandora silver lobster bracelet. Visit www.southboroughjewelers. com for information.

Thanksgiving tasting, anniversary celebration

Join Super Suppers Saturday, Nov. 3, from 12-4 p.m., to sample its delicious Thanksgiving dinner and celebrate its first year. The event will include a raffle of a complete Thanksgiving dinner, as well as in-store promotions and food for all attendees. Super Suppers is located at 57 East Main St., Westborough, and can be visited at www.sswestboroughma. com.

Cruise Night to benefit Akiruno program

Wayside Racquet Club and Fresh Pond Travel have been joined by Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Line to raise funds for Marlborough Middle School's Akurino City Cultural Exchange Program, which arranges and subsidizes student exchanges between Marlborough students and Japanese students. The opening event will be a cruise night Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 7-9 p.m., at Wayside Racquet, featuring videos of the NCL cruise ships and destinations, as well as refreshments and a brief talk by NCL district representative Kathy Hall. Darren McLaughlin, manager of Wayside Racquet Club, will also talk about the student exchange program. A feature of the evening will be the distribution of a number of gifts from the cruise lines, as well as the awarding of a totally free cruise for two to the Bahamas. Admission is a tax deductible $5 per person, with all proceeds going to the charity fund. Wayside Racquet Club is located at 80 Broadmeadow Rd. in Marlborough, and can be visited at www.wayside.net.

Toomey launches 'Ladies Who Launch'

Lynn Toomey, a local entrepreneur, is debuting "Ladies Who Launch," a lifestyle company that facilitates forward-thinking women in their determination to develop enterprising careers and businesses while balancing their lifestyle and exploring creativity. A Worcester workshop will meet Tuesdays through Nov. 20, from 6:30- 8:30 p.m., at Palma's Bakery. Limited space is still available. For more information, e-mail Toomey at ltoomey@ ladieswholaunch.com or visit www.ladieswholaunch.com.