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Q&A with Trista Jablonski, owner of To & From Gift Shop

March 25, 2025March 25, 2025 happeningsmagazine

Q. Can you tell us a little bit about you and your family? A. I am a Kenosha native. I’ve moved around a bit since I graduated high school; Florida, Kentucky but always seem to come back home. I have been married for going on 12 years to a Florida boy and we have two wonderful children together; our tiny CEO’s we like to call them. On top of To And From, we have another business called Reliant Home Services, LLC. It is a handyman/home renovation business. I’ve been a stay at home mom for the last 6 years which has been a huge blessing thanks to my hardworking husband. Before that, I was a hairstylist. But once the kids went into school fulltime, mom needed something to do and To and From just fell into our lap. Q. When did you purchase the gift shop? A. We purchased the…

Sallese & Company: A New Kind of Salon in Downtown Kenosha

March 25, 2025March 25, 2025 happeningsmagazine

In downtown Kenosha, a new kind of beauty business is making waves. Sallese & Company, 709 56th Street, founded by Chelsea Sallese, is more than just a salon—it’s a community-focused space that prioritizes health, sustainability, and local collaboration. Chelsea’s journey from stylist to business owner is one of passion, resilience, and a deep commitment to her family and her community. This new venture is a testament to her desire to create a space where beauty and wellness go hand in hand, where clean beauty is celebrated, and where everyone is treated like family. At Sallese & Company, it’s not just about looking good—it’s about feeling good too. Chelsea’s vision for the salon is one of warmth, inclusivity, and community. “When people walk in, I want them to feel like they’re part of something,” she explains. “I want them to feel like they’re walking into a family, not just a business.…