Stenciling News
On Friday's talk shows
Actor Neil Patrick Harris is scheduled to appear on "The View." Other celebrities hitting the talk-show circuit today include Robin Williams, Brooke Shields, Dolly Parton, William Shatner, Neil LaBute, Dick Van Dyke and Eva Mendes.Friday, September 19, 2008
A Peek Inside: Modern Victorian
Take 'A Peek Inside' the home of Connie and Ron Self, a Victorian dream house they built themselves in Concord. Slideshow: Photos of the Self's homeSaturday, September 20, 2008
Obama barn project comes to Ottawa County
PORTAGE TOWNSHIP — Local supporters of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama gathered Saturday afternoon to begin painting a barn with his logo.Monday, September 22, 2008
Volunteers needed for local projects
What to make a difference? Volunteer for Hands On Georgia Week. This state-wide event will inspire thousands of volunteers to address the multifaceted needs of Georgians through a variety of service projects designed to make a difference in their respective communities.Monday, September 22, 2008
Caboose dedication planned
The Fond du Lac County Historical Society on Saturday, Sept. 27, will hold a re-dedication of the caboose located on the grounds of the Galloway House Village, 336 Old Pioneer Road.Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Soak up creativity during Craft Splash, Sept. 29 ? Oct.6 (schedule online)
By Carla Allen THE VANGUARD NovaNewsNow.com Dozens of artisans and crafters will be inviting the public into their personal domains during Craft Splash, a week-long festival that highlights knitting, pottery, jewelry-making, carving, spinning, hooking and many other crafts. Spokesperson Ann Jones says they are delighted to be able to include artisans in the Clare region for this year's event. ...Thursday, September 25, 2008
Toys'R'Us Announces 2008 Hot Toy List for the Holiday Season
With the official start of the holiday shopping season only weeks away, today Toys"R"Us announced its 2008 Hot Toy list, representing the definitive selection of toys that will top kids' wish lists this holiday season.Thursday, September 25, 2008
IDNR makes proposal
ST. CHARLES – Public access to a portion of the Fox River in downtown St. Charles would be eliminated under a proposal from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources aimed to create a safer environment near low-head dams.Friday, September 26, 2008
Inland Community News briefs for Tuesday, May 20
Gem & Mineral Club to meet ESCONDIDO ---- The Palomar Gem & Mineral Club will meet at 7 p.m. May 21 at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave.Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Stingl: Cemetery thieves are truly crafty
The TV news report sounded so absurd that I grabbed the DVR remote and rewound to hear it again. "The cemetery says middle-age women are stealing flowers to make crafts," the anchor repeated. Move over, common everyday crimi...Wednesday, May 21, 2008
''American Idol'': Boxing Day
''As far as I'm concerned, the competition's over, and we're just having fun.'' While those are the exact words David Cook used to describe his feelings about the final performance episode of the American Idol season, they also describe my own approach to looking at the evening's indisputably entertaining festivities.Thursday, May 22, 2008
After a fashion: One kimono, two kimono, 80 lovely kimono
The exhibition of kimono that opened last week at the Philadelphia Museum of Art beguiles the eye with one example after another of pure gorgeousness. The show includes 80 kimono (the word can be either singular or plural: who knew?) made in the first half of the 20th century. It traces the modernizing of Japanese textile design, and the ways it influenced and was influenced in its turn by ...Thursday, May 22, 2008
Lifeguards ready for holiday revelry
WEB EXTRA: Check the weather forecast for the weekend IThursday, May 22, 2008
Earlville Opera House lists shows for 37th season
EARLVILLE — The 37th anniversary season at Earlville Opera House includes American music legends such as Peter Rowan and Tony Rice, Country rock legends Chris Hillman and Herb Pedersen, remembered from their days together in the Desert Rose Band. However, Rock and Roll ‘Hall of Famer’ Chris Hillman is most often remembered for co-founding the Byrds and Flying Burrito Brothers.Thursday, May 22, 2008
The 'It' List: A guide to trendier living
• Design it: The next Doc Martens. Put your best foot forward in this contest, and your design could end up in shops around the world.Friday, May 23, 2008
Design Notes: Have a treasure for Toy Town Museum auction?
Treasures for Toy TownFriday, May 23, 2008
Flower power is now a part of Pinckney's Art in the Park
Artisan Karen Haigh has been helping her friends, neighbors and many others keep memories alive with their favorite flowers.Friday, May 23, 2008
On the bright side
The historic Mount Holly Community Center has undergone restoration work in recent weeks, including stenciling work on the ceiling of the first-floor library and newly plastered and painted walls. A reception will be open to the public from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday. ...Saturday, May 24, 2008
It’s Thai with a twist
MANILA, Philippines - Finally an environment that nurtures the soul, calms the mind and relaxes the body. The time-honored holistic elements of Thai lifestyle and craftsmanship, once reserved for royalty, have now been recreated to suit the complex demands of modern Filipino living.Saturday, May 24, 2008
T-TALK
Sleek alarmA new smoke detector from Kidde has a slimmer profile that's less noticeable.The Silhouette Smoke Alarm protrudes about only a half-inch from the ceiling. It's hard-wired to the house's electrical system and has a sealed lithium backup battery, which will last the alarm's 10-year life.Monday, May 26, 2008
Refurbished Huey welcomed back to memorial
LANSING | The Lansing Veterans Memorial Ceremonial Honor Guard welcomed back an old friend for Sunday's annual Memorial Day program.Monday, May 26, 2008
Historic home in Bath morphs over the years, is added to tour
Lori and Dan Nelson aren't just owners of an old house. They're stewards of its history. The Nelsons own the Lorenzo Shaw property in Bath Township, complete with a house and barn built by a member of one of Bath's early families. The home is one of five that will be featured on the Bath Volunteers for Service Annual Home Tour on May 22.Saturday, May 10, 2008
Faux for show
Designers for this year's Baltimore Symphony Decorators' Show House use paint finishes to simulate marble, rough plaster and old patinas Designers for this year's Baltimore Symphony Decorators' Show House use paint finishes to simulate marble, rough plaster and old patinasSunday, May 11, 2008
County bus system has more riders
Tulare County Area Transit, the county's bus system, had 15,000 more riders last year — a 17-percent increase over 2006.Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Writing on the Wall
Boise's graffiti scene, they note, is still puny compared to many larger cities around the country. But of considerable mention are the legal, or commissioned, pieces that can be seen around town. From the wall at Donnie Mac's to the murals at Need to Bead and Pie Hole, Boise businesses are embracing the street artform as a valid public art medium.... By Tara Morgan.Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Students dabble in the arts
Clara Younge's grandmother has tried to teach her how to knit on five different occasions. The high school senior hopes the sixth time sticks.Thursday, May 15, 2008
Students Recognized For Environmental Work
Four Loudoun County students will be recognized for their roles in environmental stewardship Thursday when they will receive Rachel Carson Scholarship Awards in honor of the late environmentalist, who is considered the founder of the modern environmental movement.Thursday, May 15, 2008
School Notes
Beth Nonemaker, 18, daughter of Michelle and Randy Nonemaker of Arnold, had her composition, "The Glass Coffin" performed by a woodwind quintet at the Peabody Preparatory Spring Composition Recital.Thursday, May 15, 2008
Ordinary can become plush
Why settle for functional when you can have fashionable, too? Sonia Lucano shows readers how to turn everyday objects and throwaway items into things of beauty in ReMake ReStyle ReUse. She uses inexpensive materials and relatively easy techniques such as embroidery and stenciling for her projects.Saturday, May 17, 2008
Education Digest: April 27, 2008
WATSONVILLE St. Francis Spring Festival is today St. Francis Central Coast Catholic High School will host its annual Spring Festival from noon-5 p.Sunday, April 27, 2008
Equal Voice Campaign Surges in South Florida
In preparation for the formal nomination of presidential candidates, the Equal Voice for America's Families conitnued its march across the country with a series of town hall meetings. Miami was hot, but not as warm as the passion of the April 12 meeting.Friday, April 25, 2008
Create a chic decor without the expense
A little creativity changes an ordinary room Anyone with a little talent can create beautiful rooms with a large budget.Friday, April 25, 2008
Volunteer opportunities: San Diego residents
Volunteer San Diego helps nearly 30,000 individuals, families, corporate and community groups fill volunteer needs at 800 community organizations each year. To volunteer or post volunteer opportunities, visit volunteersandiego.org.Saturday, April 26, 2008
It’s Earth Day
Storm sewers are not a place to pour used cooking oil, motor oil or even soapy water from a springtime car wash. That’s the message the city of Springfield and students from the University of Illinois at Springfield will be trying to get across on Wednesday, the day after Earth Day.Tuesday, April 22, 2008
A cut above the common cookie
Williams Township's Jennifer Dietrick, a finalist in The Food Network's "Ultimate Recipe Showdown: Cookies," uses her cookie cutters to keep her two children, 8 and 9, entertained and fed. Here's her list.Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Cityside
Help rescue the RougeThursday, April 24, 2008
'Don't dump' in drains campaign
There are some things that just don't belong in Fulton sewers. Motor oil, lawn fertilizers, paint and pet waste have no place in the city's storm water sewers, a local environmental group says.Sunday, April 20, 2008
Workshops focus on skill-sharing
BELLINGHAM — A skillsharing event featuring dozens of workshops on various topics will be held at Fairhaven College Sunday.Friday, April 11, 2008
MEDIA ADVISORY: April 17 Ceremony Celebrates Top National Honor Earned by Five 6th Graders at Academy I Middle School ...
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Regional Briefs: Castor woman jailed for bad checks
ARCADIA -- A Castor woman wanted in three parishes for issuing worthless checks and in Texas for fraud and theft charges was arrested Thursday at her mother's Bienville Parish residence, Sheriff John Ballance said.Saturday, April 12, 2008
Time and the river lend luster to Riverton inn
RIVERTON - Pauline Telford led us into our room, paused beneath the overhead light fixture, and grabbed the attached chain. "Pull gently to the side," she demonstrated, "never straight down." Dealing with quirky old lights is one of many things that she and husband, Mark, have mastered in 29 years as innkeepers at the Old Riverton Inn.Sunday, April 13, 2008
Reynolds House's future may be decided today
The fate of the historic Reynolds House may be decided today. Members of the Historical Association of Greater Cape Girardeau, which owns the property, will meet in closed session this afternoon to discuss how the building will be used in the future.Monday, April 14, 2008
HEADLINES FOR APRIL 4, 2008
Sixteen months of hoping and praying for Paul Johnson-Reuben ended last week with word to his family from the FBI that his remains had been found and identified.Monday, April 14, 2008
Regional Digest 04/15/08
Regional digest for April 15, 2008: Tree planting set at Spring Lake site STREATOR — Volunteers will plant 350 trees at Spring Lake beginning at 9 a.m. May 10 to start this year’s work at the 38-acre park, which was saved from neglect when community members stepped forward.Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Reminder - MEDIA ADVISORY: April 17 Ceremony Celebrates Top National Honor Earned by Five 6th Graders at Academy I ...
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Author's movement gets state Rockin' to connect kids with nature
When Richard Louv wrote Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder , he hoped it would spawn a national movement. Even the author is amazed at the response that has unfolded since the book was released in 2005.Thursday, April 17, 2008
Students Win $75,000 and National Recognition for Environmental Action
Student teams in Jersey City, NJ, and Honolulu, Hawaii, will be celebrating this Earth Day. Not only have they done their part to protect the planet, they've also emerged as the two $75,000 grand-prize winners in the Lexus Environmental Challenge, a national competition designed by Lexus and Scholastic to educate and empower teens to think big about possible solutions that could make a positive ...Thursday, April 17, 2008
$75G win for students' 'Don't pollute' drive
An environmental campaign alerting fellow public school students that trash dropped into storm drains washes out into the ocean as pollution earned a group of Jersey City sixth-graders and their school $75,000 in awards.Friday, April 18, 2008
