STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Germaine Ferro couldn’t help but reminisce on the cherished moments of her daughter Alexis attending St. Joseph Hill Academy High School 20 years ago.
The memories of her daughter in her younger years were etched deep within her heart, and she found herself yearning to bring those moments somehow back to life.
That is how the Mother-Daughter Sip and Shop vision came to mind. The event was an invitation for mothers, daughters, and all women to come together, uniting in a celebration of shared experiences.
The event was hosted at Lava Restaurant & Lounge last Thursday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ladies enjoyed complimentary drinks for the last hour of the event while perusing the vendor tables and socializing.
Organizer Germaine Ferro and daughter Alexis Ferro enjoy the Mother-Daughter Sip and Shop event hosted at Lava Restaurant & Lounge. (Staten Island Advance/Toniann DiCostanzo)(Staten Island Advance/Toniann D
Back in her daughter’s school days, Ferro had worked closely with Angela Martucci and the sisters of St. Joseph Hill Academy, collaborating on various charity events and organizing the father-daughter dances that ignited the spark for this new idea.
It was an evening designed to foster connections, allowing these women to sip, shop, and mingle in an atmosphere filled with the promise of fun, music, and enjoyment.
The mother-daughter duo brought together a selection of vendors:
Peek-A-Boo Children’s Boutique, located in New Dorp, offered a curated selection of clothing, accessories, and some other offerings designed for children. “We’re happy to be a part of this heartwarming event,” owner Christine Emigholz said.
Grapevine Glamour Boutique located in Woodhaven, Queens, displayed cozy jackets, sweaters and matching sets.
Skin Solutions Spa, located in the Arden Heights Shopping Center, offers a wide range of services for both men and women. The vendors shared insights into their services, provided details on pricing, and had a selection…
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