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“CDFIs are a critical economic lifeline to small business owners, especially during periods of prolonged economic weakness,” says Bob An- nibale, global director of Citi Microfinance and Community Development. “In many cases, they can make the difference between whether or not a small business struggles to survive or expands and creates new jobs, supporting local economic growth and the community.” While small business owners who work with CDFIs hail from a wide range of industries and geographies, they all share one thing in com- mon: a need for quick financing that is not fully

being met by traditional banks. For example, entrepreneurs in the heart of Big Sky country in Montana received two CDFI loans totaling more than $100,000 that enabled them to get their new lumber operation up and running, while the owner of a preschool in New Orleans borrowed money from a local CDFI to fund vital repairs to her building in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. In coastal Maine, the owner of a specialty seafood company was able to access significant venture capital to expand the company’s distribu- tion nationwide, while continuing to create jobs. In Austin, Texas, the owner of a small construc-

tion company received a $40,000 loan to pay for materials and other up-front costs associated with the industry. In all these instances, the need for affordable loans was met with speed and flex- ibility and was often accompanied by invaluable entrepreneurial education and low-cost training as well as technical assistance in branding and marketing. Citi recently launched the Communities at Work Fund, a new $200 million fund that will provide financing to CDFIs in urban and rural areas in all 50 states. The fund was created in partnership with the Calvert Foundation and the Opportunity

Finance Network (OFN), two organizations expert in CDFIs. To learn more about the Communities at Work fund or to find out if your small business can benefit from the program and how to apply, visit www.communitiesatworkfund.com. To find out a local CDFI and enquire about a loan, visit www.communityinvestingcenterdb.org. The current economic climate may be chal- lenging to entrepreneurs, but alternative financing sources like CDFIs can help small businesses keep their doors open - and keep thousands of Ameri- cans on the job.

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Spiritual Consultations, Weddings, Justice of the Peace, Energy Balancing Sessions, Self-Motivated Workshops,

Home & Office Entertainment, Personal & Business Counseling

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151 Main Street, Salem, NH

Clear A Space

JoAnne DeOleo created

Joanne DeOleo

Clear A Space, LLC to help people reinstate a sense of order and simplicity in their homes. Passionate, supportive, and down-to- earth, JoAnne exudes an excitement for organizing that is simply contagious. Since 2007, JoAnne has been addressing peoples’ needs by working one on one with

clients as they make their way through a process of change. As a professional organizer, JoAnne provides skills, information, and focus that enable people to create peace of mind—one file, one pile at a time. In addition, JoAnne offers a home staging service to reduce the stress and simplify the process of preparing a property for sale. She uses her flair for design and will recommend wall colors, make repairs, arrange furniture, and choose simple wall decor and accessories to enhance the room. To find out more information, visit www.clearaspace.com.

912-5633

Angie D’Anjou

Angie D’Anjou, Spiritual Consultant

Angie has been a

clairvoyant and clairaudient intuitive for much of her life. She is a Spiritual Consultant, Interfaith Minister, a Certified Hypnotherapist, as well as an energy healer. Angie is a Justice of the Peace for the State of New Hampshire. She has helped many people and businesses to overcome obstacles faced during their life journeys. Her clients

range from teenagers to the elderly. She is a profound believer in community development and networking. After many years in office management, administrative, and humanitarian services, Angie was spiritually inspired to create Crystal Jade Metaphysical Shop. In addition to

holistic and metaphysical services, she specializes in personal and business development coaching, networking, and event planning. Angie established “Crystal Jade Metaphysical Shop & More, LLC” located at 151 Main Street in Salem on September 1, 2009. This new location includes a Crystal & Gift Shop along with a community room where workshops, group and private sessions, and small gatherings are held. Although the shop is available to reserve for group gatherings, Angie is also available for off-site psychic parties, fundraisers, office, and networking group functions. Angie offers a variety of services, including energy balancing, crystal study workshops, Reiki, past-life regression work, hypnosis, psychic readings, channeling, home clearings, and more. Visit our Website at

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JoAnne DeOleo, Professional Organizer

Divorces • Wills & Trusts • Probate

PO Box 499

No. Salem, NH 03073

Life Changes. .. a lot!

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Lindy’s Gourmet Deli ‘Phantom-Approved’

Linda Balles opened Lindy’s Gourmet Deli in 1996 with a vision of serving a better alternative to fast food—it would be good food made fast. “I just didn’t feel good about the fast food options available.” One visit to Lindy’s will convince you that fast food can be delicious, too! Recently voted Best Deli, Lindy’s pride comes from serving sandwiches made with fresh baked breads and the highest quality ingredients. Nothing is ordinary about this deli; even the fries are hand-cut and the soups are homemade. To change things up, try their thin-crust pizzas with the gourmet salad bar—it’s the best in the area. When the Phantom Gourmet made a surprise visit in 2003, it was a dream come true. Lindy’s was aired on Phantom’s segment of “The salute to

the sandwich.” Lindy’s became so successful that Linda’s husband, Mike, left his corporate job to make Lindy’s even better. There’s a family-friendly attitude that comes from Linda and Mike. The dining room boasts original paintings by local artist Bill Swank. One of the most remarkable ones is the wall mural rendition of Van Gogh’s Night Time Café. It’s a comfortable place to have lunch, whether alone or during a business meeting. Lindy’s also caters to area businesses and

private functions. From continental breakfasts to lunch with homemade cookies for dessert, Lindy’s is the place to call.

Nadine M. Catalfimo

resident of Salem. She has worked in the legal profession for over 22 years—working first as a paralegal and now as an attorney. She focuses her practice on probate, estate planning, family law, and general contract matters in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. She received her law and undergraduate degrees with honors from the Massachusetts School of Law

and Rivier College in Paralegal Studies. Nadine was a Trusts and Estates paralegal for

over 15 years. She worked as a Probate Paralegal in Palm Beach County, FL, for close to a decade at the prominent New York law firm of Proskauer

joanne@clearaspace.com

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Nadine M. Catalfimo, Esq.

Nadine is a long-time

Rose LLP. There, she administered high-end estates and trusts. Before Florida, Nadine worked as a paralegal for preparing complex estate plans for McLane, Graf, Raulerson and Middleton, P.A. of New Hampshire.

Nadine also wrote an article on post-nuptial agreements in New Hampshire, which was published in the NH Bar Journal in the autumn of 2008. She recently finished working on updating and editing the NH Practice titled

Probate Law: Administration of Estates, Trusts

and Guardianships, for Charles A. DeGrandpre, Esq. and William V.A. Zorn, Esq.—a practitioners’ guide on probate law in New Hampshire. Nadine was a panelist speaker for a New Hampshire Bar Association continuing legal education program for attorneys, titled Prenuptial Agreements and Postnuptial Agreements, held on May 21.

Hours: M-W 8am-3pm •Th & Fri 8am-7pm• Sat 10am-7pm

890-1133

One Range Rd, Salem

Deli Sandwiches • Platters • Salad Bar Corporate Catering

Toe, Tap N’ Tights

Choose from such names as: Capezio, Bloch, Danskin, Body Wrappers

We also carry Gymnastics, Cheerleading, & Skate Wear

Hours: Mon - Fri 10-6, Thurs 10-7, Sat 10-5

www.toetapntights.com

603-894-4557

Chris, Stacy, Stephanie, Heather, Sheri & Rena

Welcome You.

(Across from T-Bones Restaurant)

5 Kelly Road, Salem, NH

Chris Bencivenga, owner of Toe, Tap N’ Tights in Salem, has been a successful businesswoman for the past 15 years. Chris began her business in 1995 because her daughter, Corey, had been dancing for years, and she felt that dancewear was overpriced and she could provide dance attire at a more reasonable price. She was determined to start a business from the ground up that would provide the community with reasonably priced merchandise, as well as extraordinary customer service.

Determined to reach her goal, Chris delivered a business with a wide selection and the lowest prices around, which stands to be commended. Through time, effort, networking, marketing,

and support from family, Toe, Tap N’ Tights has flourished into a thriving company. Chris has become an inspiration to those with aspirations of one day opening up a business of their own. Currently located at 5 Kelly Road in Salem, Toe,

Tap N’ Tights offers a full line of Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Hip Hop, and Ballroom shoes, along with tights, leotards, and a full array of other dance clothing and accessories. They carry such brands as Capezio, Bloch, Bodywrappers, Motionwear, and many more. In addition to dancewear, they also carry supplies for Gymnastics, Cheerleading, and Ice Skating, all of which can be accessed via their Website at toetapntights.com.

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