Summer 2011

To our Dearest Supporters of Salon Rage;

This newsletter comes from a deep place in my heart filled with appreciation, gratitude and love.  When I opened Salon Rage on March 02 of 1998, I truly had no idea how fortunate I would be.  From day one at the Redwood Shopping Center, the community not only accepted Salon Rage, but it encouraged and supported my vision.

My vision at that time was just like the movie “Field of Dreams”….if I build it they will come.  And came you did.  So much that three years later, while I was expecting my daughter, we had outgrown our space at the Redwood Shopping Center location.  For those of you that know me really well, you might say that I couldn’t change it or move stuff around anymore, therefore I had to find another space as I love to rearrange.  On September 23, 2002 Salon Rage opened the new location at the old landmark Painters Nest.  From the front door to the back we gutted the entire inside and built a salon so beautiful and unique that the business grew even larger immediately.  We went from a team of 15 to 50 overnight.  My attitude was then, and is now, that if we can educate ourselves and educate others, while providing great services to the community, we would continue to be successful.

Eleven years later, I can say that I have been blessed with a loyal, dedicated, and artistic team.  Many of them are like family to me.  I have also been blessed with great clients and friends.  All of you have contributed in our success or you wouldn’t be receiving this newsletter.  Whatever your role has been with Salon Rage, I want to thank you with all my heart. 

Today I want to tell you about my next endeavor.  I am extremely excited about it.  I have decided to relocate Salon Rage to a new location with a new name.  Most branding companies would say that you never change your name after you are established, but as usual, I believe in doing what feels right, not what is said to be right.  The new salon will be called Riah Hair Studio.  Salon Rage -although it is an acronym for Right Attitude and Great Experience does not seem to exemplify who we are to the public that doesn’t know what it stands for.  I wanted to rename Salon Rage a few years ago but the timing wasn’t right.  Now the timing is perfect.  Riah (pronounced Rye Ah) is my daughter’s nickname and ironically spelled in reverse is Hair.  Riah (Riley) and Hair are the two passions in my life.  The Studio ends the name because it is exactly what Riah Hair Studio is.  It is an intimate social space with boutique flair.

We are open in both locations (both Salon Rage and Riah Hair Studio) until around May 28^th, unless otherwise notified.  Please make sure to sign up for our email updates on our website at www.salonrage.net to stay current on what’s happening.   After May 28^th, we will be completely relocated to our new Studio space at 3488 York Road in Furlong in the Village Corner.  If you are wondering where Furlong is, I can clarify.  It is about a 15 minute drive from Salon Rage.  The Studio is on the corner of York Road and Edison Furlong Road.  A few landmark stores in the immediate area are Hendrixson’s Furniture, Cornerstone Gym, Furlong Lamp Company, Artefacts and the Back to the 50’s hot pink diner.  It is convenient to Newtown, Richboro, New Hope, Buckingham, Doylestown, Southampton and most of Bucks County.  It has a great big parking lot that is super easy to get in and out of. 

I am hoping that we have the opportunity to continue to see you in our new space and provide you with the right attitude and great experience as we have always strived to do.  If you have any questions please feel comfortable contacting me directly on my cell 215-499-2209 or by email at donnaroggio@gmail.com. 

Sincerely,

Donna Roggio Straff
 

Southampton Salon Raises Thousands for Children with Cancer

Salon Rage, located at 606 Second Street Pike in Southampton, held the first annual event on August 16th.  Stylists donated their time to cut, blow dry and style hair, give mini-pedicures and manicures, provide face painting, chair massages and waxing - all for about half of the salon’s regular pricing.  All proceeds benefited Kisses for Kyle, the same organization that supported Felicia Frugoli’s family when she was diagnosed with cancer.  Felicia celebrates one year being cancer free on August 20th, less than a month before turning five years old.  Her birthday is on September 13th.  After having her right kidney removed, losing a third of her left kidney, undergoing eight months of chemo and eleven rounds of radiation, this little girl’s family was happy to support the Salon Rage event.

Salon Rage owner, Donna Straff says little Felicia is living proof of just how important this group is.

“To look at that little girl in that chair, having her hair braided and knowing what she was going through this time last year, it just shows how important this foundation is to these families.The salon has had over 28 babies born to the team in the last ten years.  I can’t imagine the heartache and financial burdens these parents face daily,” said Straff.  She went on to say, “Everyone at Salon Rage felt compelled to bring the community together for this one day, not only to raise money for this wonderful foundation, but also to celebrate togetherness with their loved ones.”

The event raised over $3,000 for the Kisses for Kyle Foundation, which is named for Kyle Snyder, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia just before his second birthday.  Kyle lost his battle to Leukemia on October 15th, 1998 at just two years and seven months of age.  Kyle’s family began the Kisses for Kyle Foundation to assist families of children diagnosed with cancer in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.  The foundation covers expenses families struggle with during the course of their children’s illness.  Many of the requests fulfilled are often to help cover the cost of rent or mortgage payments, gas, electric and oil bills, transportation and telephone services.  The foundation also helps with funeral costs and other financial struggles.  It is the mission of Kisses for Kyle to alleviate any added stress and to give families of children diagnosed with cancer some peace of mind.  To learn more, go to www.kissesforkyle.org

Salon Rage was established in March of 1999 and is operated by Donna Roggio Straff, who works not only to provide superior customer service, but also works to give back to the community through fundraisers like the Kisses for Kyle Cut-a-Thon. To learn more, call 215-953-0622 or visit www.salonrage.net.
 

Salon Rage celebrates the holidays by Supporting Toys for Tots!

Southampton, PA – December 3, 2008:  Salon Rage, located in the heart of Southampton, PA, is celebrating the holidays by supporting Toys for Tots this year. The Marine “Toys for Tots” foundation is a 58 year tradition of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.  Salon Rage and Marine Corps Reserve are trying to bring some happiness and hope to disadvantaged children who might otherwise be overlooked this holiday season.  Please bring in an unwrapped toy during December and place it in our drop off bin inside the salon.  In return for your generosity, Salon Rage, will give each client that donates a toy, $10 of Rage Dollars to use at the salon.  All toys will be presented to the Toys for Tots program to assist in their holiday toy drive. 

The goal at urban and upscale Salon Rage is to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for men and women of all ages.  We offer state-of-the-art cutting edge skills in haircutting, styling, coloring, highlighting, hair extensions, and up-dos.  Our team has committed themselves to bringing you the latest trends and style that best fit your desires.  Being in business for 9 years, Salon Rage has dedicated itself to building strong client relationships while focusing on giving to back the community.  “The Toys for Tots program fits naturally within our focus on charity”, states salon owner Donna Roggio Straff. 

November 8, 2007

The Ultimate in Holiday Spirit….
Salon Rage celebrates the holidays by Supporting Toys for Tots!

Salon Rage, located in the heart of Southampton, PA, is proud to be celebrating the holidays by supporting Toys for Tots this year. The Marine “Toys for Tots” foundation is a 57 year tradition of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.  Please bring in an unwrapped toy during November and December and place it in our drop off bin inside the salon.  We hope you join us in trying to bring some happiness and hope to disadvantaged children who might otherwise be overlooked this holiday season.  In return for your generosity, Salon Rage will give each client that donates a toy, $10 of Rage Dollars to use at the salon.  All toys will be presented to the Toys for Tots program to assist in their holiday toy drive. 

The goal at urban and upscale Salon Rage is to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for men and women of all ages.  We offer state-of-the-art cutting edge skills in haircutting, styling, coloring, highlighting, hair extensions, and up-dos.  Our team has committed themselves to bringing you the latest trends and style that best fit your desires.  Being in business for 8 years, Salon Rage has dedicated itself to building strong client relationships.

As 2007 comes to a close, the team at Salon Rage wishes you a wonderful holiday season and sincerely hope you can spend quality time with your family, friends and loved ones.  May 2008 bring you and yours all the blessings of health, prosperity and peace!  Happy Holidays!