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Jill Chafetz

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jchafetz@dailyvoice.com

I started my professional life as a research psychologist (not the "do you love your mother" kind). I enjoyed research and teaching, but noticed that I spent most of my non-classroom time writing and editing, often to help other people.

When I left academia,  all the "you should be a writer" admonitions followed me to job interviews. I've been squeezing in part-time writing and editing jobs for about 9 years, so now I am happily doing it full time.

Jill was formerly a writer at Daily Voice.


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Schools
Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Introduces Latest Youtube Video Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Introduces Latest Youtube Video
Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Introduces Latest Youtube Video MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Superintendent of Schools Kenneth Hamilton posted "Supt Scoop #5" Sept. 22.The cable series is also available on local access channels. Hamilton and students produce the videos at the Mount Vernon High School. Details are available at the Mount Vernon City School District. "Supt Scoop" is a forum for discussing programs and people in the Mount Vernon City School District. The latest installment is available at youtube.

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Lifestyle
Stamford Symphony Prepares First Notes For The New Season Stamford Symphony Prepares First Notes For The New Season
Stamford Symphony Prepares First Notes For The New Season STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Stamford Symphony Music Director, Eckart Preu and CEO and President, Barbara Soroca, released the program for the 2015-16 season.Soroca described the forthcoming season as “engaging and captivating, guaranteed to delight and inspire the listener", according the symphony's press release. Opening night, Oct. 24, Stamford Symphony will feature pianist, Andreas Boyde, performing Dvořák’s Piano Concerto in G minor. Other performances will feature violinists Benjamin Beilman, Rachel Lee Priday, and cellist Julie Albers. For more information, visit the website.

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Neighbors
It's iPhone Over TV, Larchmont Teen Tells New York Times It's iPhone Over TV, Larchmont Teen Tells New York Times
It's iPhone Over TV, Larchmont Teen Tells New York Times LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- Connor Wise, a high-school junior from Larchmont, says that watching shows on a TV set is too limiting, according to the NY Times series on the changing media.Wise streams TV on his computer or his iPhone. While the iPhone's screen is too small for him to enjoy full episodes, it does allow him to wander around the house. Streaming allows him to watch what he wants when he wants, rather than restricting him to what is on the schedule, he told the Times. For the full story on how people watch TV, click on this link.

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Neighbors
New Canaan Community Invited To Check Out Grace Farms New Canaan Community Invited To Check Out Grace Farms
New Canaan Community Invited To Check Out Grace Farms NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Grace Farms, which describes itself as a new center for arts, nature, community, justice and faith in New Canaan, will celebrate its grand opening with a Community Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10. Admission is free. Visitors are urged to consider donating nonperishable items to the New Canaan Food Pantry drive. Limited parking is available on the site. Free off-site parking is available at the Train Station Commuter/Lumberyard Lot at 244 Elm St. in New Canaan and at Oakridge Commons/Greenwich Produce Lot at 200 Oakridge Drive, South Salem, N.Y. Free co…

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Events
Stamford's Avon Theatre Presents 'Food Chains' Documentary Stamford's Avon Theatre Presents 'Food Chains' Documentary
Stamford's Avon Theatre Presents 'Food Chains' Documentary STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Avon Theatre,  along with Neighbors Link Stamford and Domus Kids, will present "Food Chains" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday."Food Chains" is about farm workers in the United States. Although the workers earn very little, agricultural companies rob them of their wages while earning large profits. Farm workers also may suffer from abuse and sexual harrassment. The associate producer, Carl Banks, will answer questions after the film. Tickets can be bought online. Prices: Carte Blanche Members: FREE, Members: $7, Students & Seniors: $9, Non-members: $12.…

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Events
Avon Theatre Presents "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Avon Theatre Presents "The Rocky Horror Picture Show"
Avon Theatre Presents "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Avon Theatre will screen "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" on Thursday, Oct. 29.Ticket prices: Carte Blanche Members: Free, Members: $7, Students & Seniors: $9, Nonmembers: $12. For more information, or to buy tickets online, visit the theater's website. The film starts at 8:30 p.m.

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News
Connecticut Comes Up Billions Short When It Comes To Pension Funds Connecticut Comes Up Billions Short When It Comes To Pension Funds
Connecticut Comes Up Billions Short When It Comes To Pension Funds FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Connecticut has America's richest population, but it is in danger of being unable to pay future pensions for its employees, according to The Wall Street Journal.Over the past 10 years, Connecticut's underfunded pension obligations has doubled to $26 billion due to inadequate state contributions, poor investments,and longer lifespans for its retirees, according to The Wall Street Journal. Many investors are avoiding state bonds because of Connecticut's pension deficit. While financial analysts worry that Connecticut will fail to pay its retirees, others believe the …

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Events
Greenwich's New Pet Boutique Raleigh And Co. Opens Greenwich's New Pet Boutique Raleigh And Co. Opens
Greenwich's New Pet Boutique Raleigh And Co. Opens GREENWICH, Conn. -- Humans are invited to accompany their furry companions to the opening of Raleigh & Co., a store that sells treats, toys and togs for pets. The grand opening is from 3-5 p.m. Saturday at 209 Bruce Park Ave. Later this month, the online site will provide more information about the available items. Local businesses will provide light refreshments for both dogs and people, a cake only for humans and a raffle.

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Neighbors
Grace Farms In New Canaan Celebrates Its Opening Grace Farms In New Canaan Celebrates Its Opening
Grace Farms In New Canaan Celebrates Its Opening NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Grace Farms, which describes itself as a new center for arts, nature, community, justice and faith, will celebrate its opening with 2 days of art performances, public talks, and family programs on Oct. 9 and Oct. 10. Visitors are invited to enjoy the scenery, take tours, attend dance performances or lecture, or listen to a variety of concerts. The art exhibits will be open. Saturday, Oct. 10 is "Community Day", with a cookout and a variety of family-friendly events. Performances begin Friday at 5:30 p.m. For more information, see the Grace Farms website.

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Real Estate
Redding Approves 11 Wooded Lots For Estates In Redding Redding Approves 11 Wooded Lots For Estates In Redding
Redding Approves 11 Wooded Lots For Estates In Redding REDDING, Conn. -- The town of Redding has approved The Marchant Woods Development project, which will bring 11 homes to the area. The project will develop 49 acres acres of land located on Marchant Road and Chestnut Woods Road in the western part of Redding. Old Stones Estate, LLC purchased a total of 65 acres. The lots will be developed into a new subdivision. To meet town requirements, each parcel will be at least 2 acres, with houses that have at least 4,500 square feet and three-car garages. The homes will also have minimum setbacks from the existing homes. The properties will be list…

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