Cyan A5 magenta A5 yellow A5 black A5 The Gazette Thursday, November 13, 2014 Medina Gem combines creativity and quality to offer unique personal jewelry By Beth Mlady With the holidays fast approaching, now is a great time to visit Anneliese Nefos at Medina Gem Company, 23 Public Square, and allow her to take your heirloom jewelry, perhaps lying unused in a drawer, and remake it into a unique gift. “Most of the time, it’s a well-worn piece no longer really safe to wear every day,” said Nefos, a certified gemologist and diamontologist. “Perhaps you’ve inherited a ring from an uncle, but as a woman it won’t fit you. We put our heads together and take the gold and the stone from it. Then we decide together what you would like as a memory. I love to transform something that is dear to you into something that you like now. That’s one of our specialties.” Getting to the heart of what someone wants, she said, is “a journey.” Nefos recalled an engaged couple who came into her shop decades ago to commission a special piece. “I worked with the groom and designed a bracelet that featured pancakes with syrup dripping over the edges,” she said, smiling. “They met in a pancake restaurant. The woman came in separately and asked for a money clip to be designed with the same image. They have been back to restore other jewelry through the years. I was so touched to know they still wear and use those pieces.” During the annual International Gem and Jewelry Show, she mines her longstanding relationships with suppliers to ensure she gets the best gold, diamonds and gemstones from around the world. Nefos designs all of the jewelry she offers, except for a new Breuning line that originates from Germany. “It’s a very clean, very affordable line in sterling silver, with some pieces in 14- Times Past: karat, diamonds or Swarovski crystals,” she explained. “I like sterling silver because it is more affordable than gold. It’s elegant, it’s classic and you can wear it from morning to night.” Allow at least two weeks, especially during the Christmas rush, for a piece of jewelry to be created. Nefos laughed and added, however, that she and her staff “make many miracles” to accommodate last-minute requests. “People can come here, and we will make a piece that their budget allows, be it $50, $500 or $5,000,” she said. “We want to make your dream a reality.” While in the store, customers can browse paintings displayed by local artists. Nefos provides commissionfree gallery space for them. During Candlelight Walk weekend Nov. 21-23, she also will host local author and illustrator Dixie Frank, who will sign copies of her children’s book, “I’m So Glad You LaPlaca Jewelers: • New full line of Citizen EcoDrive watches! • Christmas stock coming in, tons of new diamond jewelry, color jewelry, and new trends! • Recreate an old piece for a unique gift this holiday season! Pendants are special holiday gifts. Unique designs like this are Medina Gem's specialty. Saved Me, The True Story of Ringo Star-ling.” That’s all part of Nefos’ desire to give back to the community and promote art. “I design jewelry, so art is a big part of my life,” she said. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The shop is also open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, call 330-722-4714. Visit us at www.medina-gazette.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter at the Square.” Nancy sometimes walked the family dog, McDuff, to the lumber yard or drove the family’s DeSoto Convertible around Medina. “It’s fun to remember those times. I appreciated all the kindnesses people showed me as a young lady,” said Nancy, now living in Massachusetts. “It was part of the small town aspect of Medina. It was a lovely time.” M YR Proudly Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary • Handcrafted Jewelry • Large Selection of Pearls • Fine Selection of Color Gems Dedicated to Quality European Craftsmanship of Reliance and Precision at Affordable Prices 23 Public Square ✮ Medina Gold, Platinum & Silver • Sold by the Gram • Engagement Rings Certified Diamonds at Wholesale Prices 3 La Placa Jewelers $ 00 Watch Battery Certified Diamondologist on Premises Family Owned & Operated 13 Public Sq, Medina 330.721.GOLD www.LaPlacaJewelers.com MUST PRESENT COUPON. WHO PAYS THE MOST FOR Medina Gem Co. Educational - Local DISCOVER SCIENCE, AWARD WINNING GAMES & BOOKS, PREMIUM PUZZLES & SPECIAL TOYS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS S C HO I C E Best Best Medina Gem • Stop in for great holiday gift ideas & also to sign up for our free drawing and a chance to an original painting or a fine piece of jewelry. • Please visit our website: medinagemco.com and Like Us on Facebook. • Hope to see you soon. 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I NA Medina Funtastic Toyz: • Overcoming Learning Difficulties Workshop - No Charge - 11/20/14, 7-8 P.M. presentation/workshop @ Miss Molly’s, learning difficulties games & activities @ Funtastic Toyz - Refreshments - sign up at 330-952-1130. • Free Frozen Glitter Tattoo Stop by between 1-3 P.M. on Sat 11/22 - temporary - huge choice of tattoos to purchase • Black Friday 11/28 Sale - 8 A.M. to Noon - 20% off everything Miss Molly’s Tea Room & Gift Shop: • NEW EXPANSION - "Molly's Closet" - Ladies, Babies & Children's Clothing . Main St. Medina: •Candlelight Walk Celebration • Plan your Candlelight Walk 11/21, 22 & 23 - Food & Gifts. Weekend by getting all the • Live Entertainment 11/22 from details at www.mainstreetmedi11:30 A.M. until 3:30 P.M. na.com! • Saturday, November 22nd, you Jingly Bellies stroll & sing while you eat can park at the High School and take the Candlelight Walk Shuttle • Holiday Breakfast & Bus to the district. Two circulators Celebration 12/6/14 - two seatings: 8 & 9:30 A.M. - decorate will be making loops from 4your waffle breakfast for chil9P.M. • Join in the national movement dren & adults @ Miss Molly’s then private visit with Santa & to support small, locally owned and operated businesses by join- Mrs. Clause @ Medina Funtastic Toyz - special gifts for kids ing Main Street Medina, the $10/person - $1 for every perGreater Medina Chamber of son donated to Feeding Medina Commerce, and Armstrong for County t - tickets must be purSmall Business Saturday, November 29th, from 9 A.M. to 3 chased in advance - call 330725-6830. P.M. Bracelets are just some of the many offerings. Nancy McClelland Wilson ED ALL FIRED UP: • We have extended hours the weekend of the Candlelight Walk, Nov. 21st (open 11 A.M.10P.M.), Nov. 22nd (open 10A.M.-10 P.M.), and Nov. 23rd (open 12-7 P.M.) and throughout the holiday season. • We suggest making reservations or calling ahead during the holiday season. Remember that your pottery is ready one week from the day you paint and gift certificates are available. Photos Beth Mlady Medina Gem owner Anneliese Nefos TOP $$ PAID FOR GOLD & DIAMONDS New Inventory! Better Prices! Founded in 1869 and widely known for its honey, the A.I. Root Company did not begin making candles until 1928, when a local priest was in need of high quality liturgical candles. 4 LADIES AND MORE • We have a huge selection of winter coats, including Furs. • Don’t forget to check out our upstairs for Christmas items, home décor and so much more. By Beth Mlady Nancy Shepard McClelland Wilson, 82, has deep family ties to the Historic District. She met her husband, Bennett Wilson (of the Bennett Lumber Company family), while visiting her grandmother, formerly a Shepard, at 314 East Washington Street. “My father operated McClelland’s clothing shop on West Washington Street,” recalled Nancy, formerly from Poughkeepsie, New York. “My grandfather, a cobbler and boot maker, operated Griesinger’s Shoe Store on South Court Street. I was an operator at the General Telephone building (currently Miss Molly’s Tea Room). My mother, Pauline McClelland, was born in Medina and became a volunteer gardener/landscaper up Custom Design 2 Weeks Did You Know? Merchants’ Minutes Abundant Medina memories bring smiles across the miles. Jewelry & Watch Repair A5 140 W. Washington St. Medina 330-952-1130 [email protected] Next to Miss Molly’s Expires 8-31-12. 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