Saving Spring Break: Less Costly Alternatives to Traditional Destinations Dec 4, 2008
A favorite of West Coasters, Palm Springs will appeal to spring breakers with more sophisticated tastes. Great weather year-round, a vibrant downtown filled with shops, galleries, eateries and coffeehouses are all set against the beautiful backdrop of the desert. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Barack Obama, and the Rush For Election Souvenirs Nov 30, 2008
At the moment, people have decided that anything related to Barack Obama--not just posters and T shirts but magnets and mouse pads and coasters and clocks--has special value. For most people, I don't think it has much to do with investment; it's about placing inspiration under glass. (Time.com)
Milestone in Marietta: Old theater lives again Nov 29, 2008
Here are 11 gifts under $50, including these elegant, monogramed coasters. Who won the dancing crown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The Bargain Hunter's guide to holiday shopping Nov 13, 2008
Highlights: Serving trays at $10 to $45; decorative boxes at $7 to $25; the Snowflake collection (silver snowflakes on white lacquer) of coasters, trays, boxes will be $15 to $45; and the discontinued walnut burl collection, including trays, boxes, vases, wastebaskets and tissue box covers, will be priced $10 to $45. Note: All come with protective black fabric drawstring bags. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Remembering the events of 9/11 Sep 12, 2008
It happened early over here for West Coasters. It was the single worst day I can remember. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget Jul 27, 2008
West Coasters seeking a desert oasis with a modern twist know that Palm Springs is the go-to spot for world-class dining and the quiet beauty of the desert. Rich in history and blessed with glorious weather, Palm Springs boasts a vibrant downtown area featuring quaint shops, galleries, eateries and coffeehouses. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
ChunkEbusiness,com Jun 4, 2008
Some of the articles carried by the store include coasters, ceramics and textiles. Trivets, cheese boards, cutting boards, oven mitts, and wallpaper borders can also be found. (Suite101.com)
Saturday is ‘Heart’s Day’ at the Bonebrake Center in Salem Feb 5, 2008
The items on sale will include watercolor paintings, woven scarves and shawls, baskets, hooked rugs and coasters, homemade soaps and sachets, dolls, pottery, fabric creations, birdhouses, batik, treenware, jewelry and custom wood pieces. The theme for this sale is Something Old, Something New. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Presidential Collectibles Jan 18, 2008
Grover Cleveland, Teddy Roosevelt, and Gerald Ford have appeared on sterling silver spoons, and Andrew Johnson makes possibly his greatest contribution to this country s welfare, in the prevention of white rings on the furniture with his drink coasters. Ulysses S. Grant was recently turned into a resin pill bottle. (Suite101.com)
Style's Up In Santa Cruz Sep 30, 2007
We especially enjoyed sitting in the parlor's bay window with tea and hors d'oeuvres like ladies of the manor, making out the undulations of the Boardwalk's roller coasters and watching people make their way from the beach to the venerable Las Palmas Taco Bar a block away. The afternoon repast almost makes dinner superfluous, but we made a late run to one of Erin's favorite downtown restaurants before burrowing into the king-size bed. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
Look for diamond willow walking sticks, pot scrubbies, Christmas ornaments, antler dream catchers, place mats, quilts, casserole caddies, gift baskets, jewelry, sock monkeys, fancy seasonal chocolates, floral arrangements, wreaths, Eskimo dolls, ivory and baleen articles, vests, unique long fleece scarves, pillowcases, beaded jewelry, painted rocks, willow ornaments, door-knob decorations, baby blankets, high school scarves, warm hats, scarves, mittens and gloves, cross-stitch ornaments, pins... (Anchorage Daily News)
Heed the teachings of this garage-sale guru Jun 1, 2007
He throws in a multicolored striped hammock ("perfect for the farm"), a throw rug for his bathroom ("the floors are so bad"), three tablecloths and some linen coasters, and walks away with the lot for $130. It's then that the roofless car comes in handy, because the skittle board needs to be stood on its end in the back seat. (USA Today -- Life)
Old roller coasters don't die May 3, 2007
"As preservation director for the American Coaster Enthusiasts club, Crowther keeps track of roller coasters as they move around the country. Every year, coasters and other amusement rides are sold, scrapped or relocated as parks try to update their offerings or, in some cases, close their doors. Parks have been buying, selling and trading rides more often in recent years, said Len Soled, who sells new and used rides through his company Rides-4-U in Somerville, N.J.One reason, he said, is the... (The Morning Star)
Hard Rock Park Offers a 'Whole Lotta Love' Apr 14, 2007
Opening in Spring 2008, Hard Rock Park will be an approximately 140-acre theme park boasting more than 40 attractions for rockers of all ages, including roller coasters, shows, children's play areas, restaurants, cafes and retail stores, a multi-purpose live music amphitheatre, and ultra-modern sound system specifically developed for the project, creating a totally immersive full day experience. For more information on Hard Rock Park or to purchase advance tickets ($46 for children of all ages),... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Flea market shoppers find bargains Feb 12, 2007
The trio split the work of making aprons, baby blankets, decorative coasters, cloth teddy bears and more. "It's a fun thing to do," she said about the market. (The Hawk Eye)
