Weekend calendar Sep 25, 2008
" The Chorale has set auditions for a Chamber Ensemble Project, which will perform at several concerts and have its own concert in May 2009. It is also auditioning quartets for Valentine's day performances to go, and planning for a major CD recording. For an audition, contact Joseph D'Eugenio at (203) 288-3021 or e-mail MiddletownChoral@aol.com or see greatermiddletownchorale.org. WESTBROOK - The Westbrook Tree Lighting Committee seeks small vocal and instrumental groups and for single... (Middletown Press, CT)
After Nearly 25 Years, Local Eatery Closes Sep 4, 2008
Nick Cipponeri opened the Basket Case Deli on Valentine's Day, 1984, in the historic Mauntel General Merchandise building ... "I was just hoping to make it to that 25-year mark on Valentine's Day, 2009," Marfisi said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
Champagne Choices for Valentine's Day Moscato d'asti elio perrone Trevisiol Prosecco Comte Audoin de Dampierre Cuv;e des Ambassadeurs Brut Champagne ... " Continental Catering is back with a whimsical spin on the typical baby shower. Rock 'n Tumble's gym just for kids! Tuni & G will show off a new little guy and a new line. Plus! A special deal just for Streetside Viewers! Offering a 20% discount from 2/16-2/23 with the discount code: Streetside. Jennifer DeLonge's 'Momma Must Haves' Jennifer... (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Art for art's sake Aug 10, 2008
Valentine's Day has been plugged commercially to make something that actually sells in February, likewise Mother's Day, which was originally only "mothering Sunday", the day when teenage servant girls were allowed home to visit. Maybe it's not just that we're baffled by posh art, maybe we increasingly value something tangible, a thing. (BBC News -- UK)
Frank Fights Back Jul 24, 2008
Valentine's Day is obviously out because it requires one to have a girlfriend. And Memorial Day. (Ithaca Times, NY)
N-D&L Photos/PAM CASSADY Coots Nursery & Antiques on West Ninth Street in Russellville offers a wide variety of flowers, plants, trees and bushes. The store also has many unique gift items and a large antique section with several different booths. Jul 1, 2008
By mid-November, Coots will have redone to the store to a Christmas theme, and she is already planning for Valentine's Day. I love decorating, Coots said. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Playground Listings Feb 15, 2008
Nuts'N'Bolts Party Match-making party for singles on Valentine's Day, with entertainment by Goby Catt. Regal Beagle, 2281 W. Broadway, Feb. 14, 8 pm, 604-739-0677, atfirstglance. (Vancouver Sun)
Despite merchandising presence Valentine's Day sneaks up on men Feb 13, 2008
I found an article that told about the observance of anti-Valentine's Day, called Singles Awareness Day, which is observed in some cities. I d suggest that guys wanting to avoid celebrating Single Awareness Day had best make some plan to observe Valentine s this Thursday. (New Iberia, LA)
Florists moving beyond the norm Feb 10, 2008
" This is especially true during Valentine's Day week, one of the most predictable on the floral calendar. While Williams' far-out display won honors from judges, she knows her customers will most value what flowers win the hearts of loved ones at home. A host of local florists agree on what that bloom usually is. "Roses, and red is No. 1," said Lynne Yarbrough, who owns Elizabeth Ann Florist and Gift Shop in Watkinsville. The world-wide flower service Teleflora published poll results in January... (Athens Banner-Herald)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Feb 7, 2008
Celebrate two February holidays -- Valentine's Day and Presidents Day -- with these great children's books. 700. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Harvard Women Don't Like Stripper Poles Feb 2, 2008
Further, Matt has logged on to promise that Lifetime will relaunch the show with a Valentine's Day marathon, and Selene has praised him for the bits of helpful advice that were left on the cutting room floor ("There's no reason for me to look for a guy in Chelsea"). Meanwhile, over on which has dropped its TheatrePBS is publicizing its "Complete Jane Austen" lineup with a where fans can glance at the "online dating profiles" of 16 characters in cravats and vote in response to the question,... (Slate)
In the Mood for Love? Or Not? Amazon.ca Gears Up for Valentine's Day Jan 28, 2008
ca Gears Up for Valentine's Day ... ca Gears Up for Valentine's Day ... ca helps Canadians get through the most romantic day of the year SEATTLE, Jan. 28 /CNW/ - Whether giddy in love or grumbling about being single, there are many ways for all to enjoy Valentine's Day this year. (Canada Newswire)
Myanmar stepping up arrests, human rights group says Jan 28, 2008
One of the most recent arrests was of a prominent poet, U Saw Wai, who published a Valentine's Day poem in a weekly magazine that carried a hidden message about the leader of the junta. The first letters of its lines spelled out "Senior General Than Shwe is power-crazy.". (International Herald Tribune)
South Korean president apologizes for 1950 civilian killings Jan 25, 2008
The eight-lined poem written in Burmese was about love and romance ahead of Valentine's Day. But if read vertically, the first word of each line formed the phrase: "Power crazy senior general Than Shwe.". (International Herald Tribune)
The History of Valentines Day Jan 20, 2008
Origins of Valentine's Day. Valentine s Day is the second busiest greeting card day on the calendar. (Suite101.com)
O.J. Simpson Makes Bail, Leaves Jail Jan 18, 2008
Need some fresh ideas for how to make Valentine's Day special. Visit our section dedicated to the holiday. (KERO 23, CA)
Top 10 Romantic Hotels for Valentine's Day Jan 18, 2008
Top 10 Romantic Hotels for Valentine's Day - Yahoo ... Top 10 Romantic Hotels for Valentine's Day ... HotelsCombined presents 10 of the most romantic hotels in the world to inspire romance this Valentine's Day. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fair Creative Arts entry deadline nears Sep 26, 2007
Class 1 Valentine's Day Class 2 Easter Class 3 4th of July Class 4 Halloween Class 5 Thanksgiving Class 6 Christmas Class 7 Miscellaneous. Sponsors. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Kenyans taught to be good lovers May 17, 2007
Flower sellers have been doing a roaring trade with Kenyan lovers this Valentine's Day by increasing the price of stems about tenfold. But a survey last week suggested that while Kenyans have an appetite for sex, they are not good or frequent lovers. (Yahoo News -- Sex & Sexuality)
Results of recent sun-sentinel.com news polls. Apr 29, 2007
Feb. 5 Valentine's Day (Feb. 14) is fast approaching. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Forensic team prepares to exhume Houdini's body to determine whether he was poisoned Mar 24, 2007
"I think I can sleep a lot better now," said Crystal, who found Valentine's Day candy and a garbage bag containing her pet's head in the box. "It will make me feel way safer. Now we can walk around the whole block.". (North County Times)
Unseasonal greetings Mar 11, 2007
"Christmas is over. Valentine's Day is over. St. Paddy's Day is here, and there's Santa Claus."Easter is coming, and there's Santa Claus. ""He's like a guest that won't leave," said Plaisted. "I'm meeting a couple of friends, and we're placing bets on who's going to paint him pink and put a couple of ears on him to turn him into the Easter Bunny. (Boston Globe -- Local)
A week in Daytona, a day at the races Feb 17, 2007
Mariah got a card and chocolate from her mom and dad for Valentine's Day, and back at the time share, everybody watched movies. Thursday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Fulton woman's collection a celebration of love Feb 15, 2007
These are just a few of the sentiments scattered across Fulton resident Barbara Binger's dining room table Tuesday afternoon as she sorted through her extensive collection of Valentine's Day cards ... Binger said she started collecting the sentimental tokens of affection more than 300 cards spanning 100 years' worth of Valentine's Days simply because she loves them. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Northeast Continues Digging Out Feb 15, 2007
(CBS/AP) Problems with ice, wind and sloppy roads stretched school closings and power failures into Thursday, one day after a Valentine's Day storm spread a mixture of snow, sleet and ice from northern Virginia to Delaware ... The bad weather was also bad news for businesses that depend on Valentine's Day for big sales. (CBS News -- US)
It's 'Purely Textual' Feb 14, 2007
Since the beginning of time, and more specifically ever since last Valentine's Day, people have been spilling romantic beans ... "The fact is that I really dumped him, and had forgotten about it.'' (Woman on cell phone, heard in front of Macy's in San Francisco on Valentine's Day by Carol Hill.) Open for business at (415) 777-8426 or e-mail . FromCarlsen Subaru 1999 Sentra$5,999 2004 Outback$21,900 2004 Outback$18,999 2003 Outback$19,999 2003 Outback$20,999 2005 Legacy$17,999 2006 Legacy$20,999... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
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Since the beginning of time, and more specifically ever since last Valentine's Day, people have been spilling romantic beans ... "The fact is that I really dumped him, and had forgotten about it.'' (Woman on cell phone, heard in front of Macy's in San Francisco on Valentine's Day by Carol Hill.) Open for business at (415) 777-8426 or e-mail . FromVacaville Auto Group 2001 CL$15,995 2005 Stratus$8,995 2005 Neon$10,995 2005 Neon$9,995 2007 Caliber$14,995 1995 Caravan$5,995 2007 Five Hundred$19,995... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Service Club's longtime focus is children's needs Feb 14, 2007
A happy St. Valentine's Day, although the "saint" seems to have disappeared of late ... He mentioned that birds began to pair off on Saint Valentine's Day. (Herald-Tribune)
Gwenn's Tidbits Feb 14, 2007
It starts today, with Valentine's Day. Sunday kicks off the 15-day Chinese New Year, celebrating 4705, Year of the Boar. (Cape Cod Times, MA)
DVD sales spike after Smith dies Feb 13, 2007
Tuesday, February 13, 2007. CURRENT CONDITIONS:SUNNY 13. (The Standard-Times, MA)
North San Diego County Times Community News Briefs: Black History Month events set at CSUSM Feb 13, 2007
ENCINITAS -- Quail Botanical Gardens will honor military families from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, at the garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive ... All ages can make a Valentine's Day card ... SAN MARCOS -- The San Marcos Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave., will hold a Valentine's Day party Feb. 14. (North County Times)
The week in photos Feb 13, 2007
Children enrolled in the City of West Palm Beach Department of Parks and Recreation's Pixie Playgroup Program created Valentine's Day cards at the Howard Park Community Center Monday morning ... Children enrolled in the City of West Palm Beach Department of Parks and Recreation's Pixie Playgroup Program created Valentine's Day cards at the Howard Park Community Center on Monday morning ... Bob Hoose and his Orchestra perform a Valentine's Day Tribute to Frank Sinatra at the Carlin Park... (The Palm Beach Post)
Ohio students accused of posting fake snow-day notice on school's Web site Feb 11, 2007
(AP) -- A chemical in male sweat can boost mood, brain activity and sexual arousal in heterosexual women, according to a new study released just in time for Valentine's Day. The study offers the first direct evidence that humans secrete a scent that can affect the physiology of the opposite sex, said researchers at the University of California, Berkeley. (North County Times)
10 ideas for a Florida getaway Feb 7, 2007
The hotel's Valentine's Day Romance Package, available through March 31, gives guests champagne and strawberries upon arrival; a 30-minute horse-and-carriage ride through Coral Gables; a spa treatment; a four-course dinner and wine pairing at the chic Palme d'Or; and breakfast in a junior suite. Price tag: $1,600 per couple for a two-night stay. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Joe Walsh concert to benefit Grauer School Feb 6, 2007
Make a Valentine's Day card, a "bee mine" magnet or a heartmouse. 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 8: "Sounds of a Different Drummer" spiritual percussion performance. (North County Times)
AROUND THE VALLEY Feb 6, 2007
A Valentine's Day celebration will follow (243-9482 or 451-1735). CLASSES. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Sweep your lover off their feet Feb 4, 2007
I don't think Richard has a romantic bone in his body, but I used to always bake him a heart-shaped cake for Valentine's Day, and I might do one again this year ... The brief: 'We met each other 10 years ago on Valentine's Day and got married last year, so we want to celebrate our anniversary by doing something special for Valentine's Day. (Guardian Unlimited)
Top 10 romantic escapes Feb 3, 2007
-- We found places perfect for sharing -- just in time for Valentine's Day. 1. (CNN -- Travel)
My yummy Valentine Jan 27, 2007
Valentine's Day price: DB&B 240 per room. 01721 725750. (Guardian Unlimited -- Travel)
Memorial for Manka's Jan 11, 2007
"We have to move quickly,'' she says, especially since she does not have business-interruption insurance. Nor, for that matter did Manka's carry insurance on the furnishings, many of them one-of-a-kind antiques Grade collected over many years. Because several units were untouched by the blaze, Manka's is still open as a bed and breakfast. Grade's ambitious goal is to serve the first post-fire dinner on Valentine's Day. That will be strictly for guests of the inn, which is traditional, she says.... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Familys craze for everything Coca-Cola Jan 7, 2007
Zamiss treasured items are a limited edition Coca-Cola Valentine's Day bottle from France and a souvenir box with three bottles of the drinks to mark the royal wedding between Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer. The souvenir box was bought by a flight steward friend who was in London during the wedding day and it is the only one of four boxes in Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
