How to create a crafty homeFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:49PMIf you have a young artist at home, you need a supply of materials at the ready whenever inspiration strikes. Here, a list of cool essentials.
How to create a crafty homeFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:39PMWhen you have a budding Renoir in your family, crayons and construction paper won't cut it for long. And if you want arts-and-crafts time to last more than 10 minutes, you'll need more than just pipe cleaners and glue!
Where long memory tolerates modernityFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:14PMTUBA CITY — Few places move the spirit the way the Navajo lands do. I keep returning to this landscape of red sandstone, deep canyons, and grassy mesas, and each time I visit, I’m awed by its beauty and humbled by its simplicity.
News in briefFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:42AMHere are a selection of brief news items from this week’s paper edition, and possibly a few news briefs that didn’t make it in the paper.
Happenings, March 10Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 3:14AMButler Township - The Butler Township Senior Citizens trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see "The Sunshine Boys" will be held on May 5. The cost is $75 per person, which includes transportation, meal and show. For more information or to make reservatio
Travel briefs: Southwest museum, light vacation, tiny church, special parkThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 1:29PMNo one really needs to be reminded that Santa Fe is as well known for its art as its chile. And like the endless variations on red and green chile sauces that appear on nearly every plate served in the city, there is a style of art for nearly every taste.
‘Seven continents by 70’ fulfilledWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:55AMA number of years ago a relative showed a book about visiting all seven continents to Virginia Goerger. The author did this by the time she was 70. “I thought to myself, 'I could do that,'” Goerger said.
Budding artists descend on HolterSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:51PMWhen 7-year-old Glendara Hosford entered the KidWorks festivalof the arts at the Holter Museum of Art on Saturday afternoon, shemade a beeline to the face painting.
DetailsDetailsFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:56PMA list of events in and around Centre County. To submit information for DetailsDetails, e-mail Heather Longley or call 814-231-4617.
Upcoming Events and EntertainmentFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:22AMpam only for Feb. 27 Florida Trail Association The Florida Trail Association will hold the following events. Visit http://westgate. floridatrail.org or call the listed number. •Feb. 27: Hike on Tarkin Preserve Park at 8 a.m. Call 554-7255....
Taco dinner, gun show among weekend eventsThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 3:59PMArea residents can find plenty to do in Finney County this weekend, including a gun show, bull riding competition, taco dinner and art show.
Community CalendarThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 4:15AMDeadline for items for the Community Calendar is Wednesday noon two weeks before desired publication date.
What's happeningThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 3:05AMLocal author BJ Kurtz, author of “The Curse of Atlantis,” will be holding a book signing for her newest novel “The Lord of Nightmares” at Hastings on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. BJ grew up in Sierra Vista. She obtained her teaching degree at the University of Arizona and currently teaches at Buena High School. read more
Winning art comes from the VA Medical Center patientsSunday, February 21, 2010 @ 1:39AMWinners of the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center's 2010 Creative Arts Competition were announced Feb. 18. Artwork by military service veterans was showcased by the Loma Linda hospital during a public display and reception that afternoon.
A sense of inclusionFriday, February 19, 2010 @ 12:36PMWe need to look beyond the ubiquitous parks and playgrounds, to creative spaces that offer both sanctuary and stimulation for children.
Upcoming Events and EntertainmentFriday, February 19, 2010 @ 9:22AMAll area codes are 850 unless specified. FEBRUARY Firefighters garage sale The South Walton Professional Firefighters Local 3516 will host a garage sale from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 20 at 267 Churchill Bayou Road in Santa Rosa Beach. A tentative...
Showcase: Calendar of eventsThursday, February 18, 2010 @ 7:09PMHere is this week's comprehensive calendar of events from Showcase. Click here for a more compressed list.GENERAL EVENTSNeedlework exhibit, “The Art of Embroidery,” by the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, noon to 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and Saturday, Moorings Park, 120 Moorings Park Drive , Naples. $5. 495-7161.Farmer’s market, 7 a.m.-noon Saturday through April (closed March 13) the Promenade at ...
Time after Time: Chatting with the Prince's popWednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 2:34PMThe history of game-to-film adaptations is a sordid tale of woe. Hollywood rarely translates the essence of what makes a game special onto the big screen, leaving gamers to bemoan that a film hasn't done justice to its source material. But with the original creator of Prince of Persia responsible for the script and executive producer duties on the upcoming Sands of Time film, gamers do have ...
Family Fun in Philly This Summer is as Easy as 1-2-3Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 1:36PMAcross the Philadelphia region this summer, new and redesigned children's attractions are sprouting up with the same speed that many parents feel their kids are growing up. Some of the innovations are child-focused, while other experiences appeal to everyone in the family by providing fun learning tools to bring mature subject matter to the child's level.
Community NewsWednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:25AMWinter Camp brings 4-H friends to Fairview: 4-Hers from across the Peace country gathered in Fairview over the weekend of Feb. 5-7 for a few days of fun, learning and getting re-acquainted with old friends.
Travel calendarSunday, February 14, 2010 @ 2:05AMEvents and happenings in the world of travel
Neighbors in Denver enclave get into alley craftsSaturday, February 13, 2010 @ 4:26PMDENVER - After Wendy Lesko was done decorating her backyard with handcrafted mosaics, she decided to hang her latest piece - an elegant giraffe in a desert oasis - in the alley behind her Bonnie Brae house. "I saw her art in the alley and thought it would be a great idea to encourage people to clean up the alleys," said her friend and neighbor, Donna Mosely. Alleys bring out the best in the ...
Neighbors In Denver Enclave Get Into Alley CraftsSaturday, February 13, 2010 @ 10:21AMAfter Wendy Lesko was done decorating her backyard with handcrafted mosaics, she decided to hang her latest piece -- an elegant giraffe in a desert oasis -- in the alley behind her Bonnie Brae house.
Neighbors In Denver Enclave Get Into Alley CraftsSaturday, February 13, 2010 @ 2:08AMAfter Wendy Lesko was done decorating her backyard with handcrafted mosaics, she decided to hang her latest piece — an elegant giraffe in a desert oasis — in the alley behind her Bonnie Brae house. "I saw her art in the alley and thought it would be a great idea to encourage people to clean up the alleys," said her friend and neighbor, Donna Mosely. Alleys bring out the best in the people of ...
Showcase: Calendar of eventsThursday, February 11, 2010 @ 6:40PMHere is this week's comprehensive Showcase calendar of events:Tickets on saleFrankie Valli & the Four Seasons, on sale 10 a.m. Saturday, Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Parkway, Fort Myers. Performance: 7:30 p.m. April 1. $100, $86, $76 and $66. (239) 481-4849.GeneralStrolling flower show, flower arrangements from the Lee County Garden Clubs and the Nine Society will be on ...
Upcoming Events and EntertainmentThursday, February 11, 2010 @ 1:37PMFebruary Art in Public Places The Walton County Tourist Development Council and Friends of Coastal Brach Library will exhibit the works of Lois Kennedy during the Art in Public Places exhibit in February. Farmers Market The Seaside Farmers...
No headline - CC_MC_Looking_AheadWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 6:48AMLOOKING AHEADNew ListingsPearls of Wisdom Ball: Willoughby Golf Club, 3001 S.E. Doubleton Drive , Stuart, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Feb. 19. $300. Benefits Library Foundation of Martin County. Ages 21+. Reservations: (772) 221-1409; libraryfoundationmc.org.Exotic Bird Expo: Vendors, raffle, silent auction, speakers, Finch show. Martin County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mar. 21. $4. (772) 646-7210 ...
Rockwall Welcomes the Mansions of Rockwall Luxury Townhomes and The Mansions of Rockwall Active Adult CommunityWednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 2:19AMLuxury living comes to Rockwall County with the announcement of the Mansions of Rockwall, a rental townhome community with attached garages, and the Mansions of Rockwall Active Adult Community, a luxury condominium and duplexes designed exclusively for active adults age 55 and better. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3583554 ...
48 hours in: Cape TownMonday, February 8, 2010 @ 8:56AMWith Table Mountain providing a spectacular backdrop, Harriet O’Brien soaks up the culture of South Africa’s coastal gem before it gets swamped by football fever Related Stories Air New Zealand offers 'skycouch' for passengers 48 hours in: Atlanta Belfast to Manchester flights for £10 The 50 best British hotels The 50 best UK hotels
48 hours in: Cape TownMonday, February 8, 2010 @ 8:28AMWith Table Mountain providing a spectacular backdrop, Harriet O’Brien soaks up the culture of South Africa’s coastal gem before it gets swamped by football fever
Bonnie Brae neighbors get into alley craftsMonday, February 8, 2010 @ 2:17AMAfter Wendy Lesko was done decorating her backyard with handcrafted mosaics, she decided to hang her latest piece — an elegant giraffe in a desert oasis — in the alley behind her Bonnie Brae house.
U.S. Virgin Islands is affordable, vibrant againSunday, February 7, 2010 @ 2:48AMSt. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands -- Many travelers think they know St. Thomas from a cruise ship stop. That's like ringing the doorbell and believing you've seen the house.
DatelinesWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 4:11PMFriday, Feb. 5 Friday Nights at the Club — 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays. A positive place for East County teens providing a wide range of programs continuously revised to keep pace with the times and technology.
Mary Long: Crazy Quilter And Mad Hatter Of The Senior CenterWednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 9:13AMSome crazy quilts are crazier than others. Some are crazy only in a genteel, mildly eccentric, talking-to-themselves-quietly-in-the-corner kind of way unlikely to frighten children or attract the attention of the social services.
Osage Community Daycare, CRC partner for Day CampMonday, February 1, 2010 @ 6:14PMStory created Jan 26, 2010 - 13:20:48 CST. The snow-blanketed streets and winter temperatures did not hamper the attendance or enthusiasm at the Beach Party Day Out Day Camp hosted by the Osage Community Daycare and the Cedar River Complex Friday, January 15.
Tourist hot spot? Sure, but Cinque Terre still worth visitMonday, February 1, 2010 @ 1:07AMThe days of having the Cinque Terre to yourself are long gone. The string of villages along the Ligurian coast in Italy is far too exposed. Rick Steves wanders the lovely streets and waxes poetic about the charm and the food, and the masses come.
48 Hours In: Cape TownFriday, January 29, 2010 @ 6:17PMClick here for the 48 Hours in... Cape Town map
Can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, Jan. 25Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 11:54AMFollowing is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunitiesfrom nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided bylocal nonprofit agencies.
Falls sites offer swimming, golf, scenic viewsThursday, January 21, 2010 @ 7:53AMCUYAHOGA FALLS — The importance of parks and recreation in the city of Cuyahoga Falls was made evident to Mayor Don Robart many years before he got an office at city hall.
Around PlymouthThursday, January 21, 2010 @ 6:01AM“Around Plymouth” is designed to announce upcoming events taking place in the community. Items will run on a space-available basis. Send details to bkadrich@hometownlife.com
Travel: A feast of festivals 2010Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 7:56AMIt's no secret: Indians don't need a reason to celebrate. Whether it is taking a holy dip in the Ganges or dancing in the Himalayas, we simply love to let our hair down. And the fact that we have so many cultures and religions co-existing makes India an even merrier place to live in.
Travel: A feast of festivals 2010Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 5:36AMFrom literary fests to snake boat races, India sure has a lot to offer for an enthusiastic traveller. We list out the most important events of 2010.
Art, Travel, and Modernity Featured in New Exhibition at the Bruce MuseumSunday, January 17, 2010 @ 9:33PMAllesandro Milesi, "Girl Feeding Pigeons", 1893. Oil on canvas, 51 x 31 inches. Bruce Museum Collection. GREENWICH, CT.- The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut, demonstrates the powerful relationship between traveling and art, both in its making and collecting in Exotic Encounters: Art, Travel, and Modernity in the Collection of the Bruce Museum, a major, new exhibition drawn from highlights ...