Green carnival at FRIM in Kepong Jun 6, 2009
Also, learn some recycling tips the fun way via its 3R and water conservation board games. Bring your old phones of any brand, complete with batteries and related accessories, for recycling at the Nokia booth. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Info booth opens at car show Jun 6, 2009
Prior to this year, the activities center consisted of a TV and board games. Your View - Comment on this Story. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Road trip? Family car gadgets rev up the fun Jun 4, 2009
The table becomes a social scene for sharing snacks, books, and video games, as well as providing an eating surface and, at least theoretically, a forum for kids to play board games together. Frontseat features. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Fun and games inside the new Aussie Googleplex Jun 1, 2009
When they're not hard at work, Australian Googlers can relax in a hammock, bean bag or lounge chair while playing any of the three major games consoles, pool, table tennis and any number of board games. A live webcam allows them to see if the equipment is being used without leaving their desk. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Steve Cahalan: CenturyTel customer office moves May 31, 2009
The store sells comics, paperback books, board games, miniature figures, collectible card games and sports cards. The Kwik Trip store at 500 Cass St. will close sometime in August, just before demolition of the former supermarket building begins, said Hans Zietlow, Kwik Trip director of real estate. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Kids Art Fest May 29, 2009
The Friday activities will include: kite-making; La Loteria (Mexican bingo); party-hat and peace medal making; history board games and patriotic crafts. Instructors will be Serres and Lopez. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
40 years of life skills honored May 29, 2009
She has typically started each year off with the big board games, and as the year progresses, the boards get smaller, but the fun stays big ... Her second book was all about how to make board games, and she has shared this book with many fellow teachers, and may now get around to publishing it. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Romantic Cottages May 29, 2009
Be sure to pick your companion carefully: someone adept at building a fire in the woodstove, who looks good in the light of an oil lamp, and with whom youll want to do nothing but talk and play board games into the night, before climbing into the sleeping loft to gaze at the silvery snowscape. Wake whenever, then wrap yourselves in wool blankets and sip tea on the porch before hitting the trails outside your front door. (KSBW 8, CA)
Spirit of board games strong (18) May 29, 2009
The Sentinel Online : Opinion Columns Rich Lewis : Spirit of board games strong ... Spirit of board games strong ... So I began to wonder whether the recession has sparked a renewed interest in simple board games as people look for ways to amuse themselves without spending a lot of money. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Clergy Views: The way to a healthy new you involves spiritual health May 29, 2009
I remember taking long walks, seeing neighbors outside sitting in their lawn chairs, kids riding bikes or playing games outside, families sitting down to dinner, playing board games, together. We enjoyed wiffle ball games and playing hotbox. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Health Tip: Be an Involved Grandparent May 29, 2009
Card and board games are a fun way to help your grandchild learn, as you enjoy each other's company. Help your child learn about his or her family. (MEDLINEplus)
Shanda Announces Plan for Confidential Submission of Draft Registration Statement for IPO of Shanda Games Limited May 25, 2009
Shanda offers a portfolio of diversified entertainment content including some of the most popular massively multi-player online role-playing games (MMORPGs) and advanced casual online games in China, as well as online chess and board games, e-sports game platform and a variety of cartoons, literature works and music. Shanda's interactive entertainment platform attracts a large and loyal user base, of which more and more is coming from homes. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Three Simple Tips for an Affordable Family Camping Trip (2) May 24, 2009
Lastly, remember to bring these inexpensive items that become absolutely priceless in the outdoors: first aid kit, flashlight, pocket knife, charcoal and starter fuel, trash bags, dish soap and for the kids -- cards, books, board games and ghost stories for having fun no matter what the weather brings. Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
* The changing face of China reflected in affairs of the heart May 23, 2009
The government is so worried that it has funded research to develop a robot that will feed, monitor and play board games with elderly people. Yet the older generation still enjoys the respect lacking in much of the West: Zhaos advice is sought by those decades younger. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Realtors Collecting Items for 48th May 22, 2009
Deodorant, body powder, jelly beans or gummy bears, disposable cameras, crispy treats, mints, beef jerky, snack mixes, sunflower seeds or nuts, chewing gum, long-distance phone cards, pastry snacks, Ziploc bags, coffee, Gatorade, playing cards, dice, footballs, Frisbees, music CDs, footbags or hacky-sacks, toothbrushes and toothpaste, cookies in individual packages, dominoes, spices, salt and pepper, Pringles chips, microwave popcorn, cereal or granola bars, soup mix, M&Ms, DVDs, "coozies,"... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Danvers says a sad farewell May 21, 2009
Steven loved to play board games with his cousins, said Jim Sears, his uncle and brother of Nancy Bekel, wife and mother now in mourning. Steven loved spending time with his family, grandparents and cousins on family vacations to Maine, New Hampshire and especially our last trip together in Costa Rica, said Sears, reading from Steven s Legacy written in the program. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Unplugged Activities May 21, 2009
Indoor Pastimes That Don't Include Technology. In a society where technology reigns supreme, people need to take an occasional break from it. (Suite101.com)
Good students receive time in Raider Lounge May 20, 2009
There s a Nintendo Wii, a ping pong table, an air hockey game, arcade games, a popcorn machine, a couch, some tables, and a couple of board games ... Kayla Czapla said they could use more board games ... There s only three or four board games and some of the pieces are missing. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
6 Fun Summer Activities With Kids May 20, 2009
Board games are a lot of fun and can take up a good amount of time. Monopoly and Risk, for example. (Suite101.com)
Supercomputer Huygens Beats Professional Human Players In Game Of Go, Sets New World Record May 19, 2009
Go is one of the last board games where humans are still able to easily win against AI. Although there has been quite some research in the Go domain for 40 years, the progress in Computer Go has been slow. However, researchers have discovered new performing algorithms and computers are catching up really fast. (Science Daily)
Kids get into things other than trouble at mall on Fridays May 19, 2009
Teens can play basketball, table tennis and board games along with other activities such as listening to music provided by a DJ, who is a club staff member. Westcor provides small gift certificates from stores and movie tickets as prizes. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Sale Offers Bargains, Neighborhood Unity May 17, 2009
Amid the 1950s-era Life magazines, a statue of Mr. Potato Head and a collection of children's board games, shopper Cathi Warren said she needed just one thing. "We moved from a big house to a little apartment and we need something small to hold our TV," she said. (7 KETV Omaha)
• Somebody needs you May 15, 2009
The center is in need of teachers and tutors, and classroom supplies, including books, board games, magazines, flash cards, puzzles, jump ropes, balls, bean bags, hand puppets, and basic school supplies. Donated items can be taken to the center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.), Monday through Friday, at 1526 Highland Ave. E., Twin Falls. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Long Elementary School fourth-grader Hannah Resnick (left) on Wednesday discusses the historic significance of some of the artwork and other pieces displayed as part of the AIM students ancient Egyptian museum exhibit. May 15, 2009
Students made cartouches, scarabs, seega board games and painted beautiful wall murals like those found in Egypt, Daugherty said. Each student created a lovely art piece for our museum. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Go amuse yourself May 15, 2009
Waldameer Park World President Steve Gorman believes families won't settle for board games. They want to scream -- in a good way. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Losing isnt everything May 13, 2009
Im usually pretty good at losing since Ive had a lot of practice here at home; we play a lot of board games in this family. For a couple of years weve been into a game called Cataan. (Boerne Star, TX)
Sister city students share cultures May 13, 2009
During daily class breaks students often use computers or play board games such as chess in the library. The visitors were impressed with the school s computer and science labs, especially when one of the students talked about how a recent assignment was to pretend the students were geologists monitoring a volcanic island. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Travel: 9 Remote Getaways May 12, 2009
No TVs here, just lots of hiking, board games by the fire, good food and fluffy beds to sink into after a long day. There's also a sauna hut out in the woods. (Time.com)
Obituary: Rita M. Thompson, 89 May 12, 2009
Mrs. Thompson enjoyed family, card and board games, dining out and long drives in the country. She is survived by eight children and their spouses: Mary Elaine Gage of Amesbury, Linda Morris and her husband William of Manchester, N.H., John Edward Thompson and his wife Janet of Hampstead, N.H., Robert Francis Thompson and his wife Susana of Manchester-by-the-Sea, Arlene Nagle and her husband Frank of Sharon, Karen Thompson of Lexington, Richard Thompson of Rockland, Maine, and Paul Thompson and... (Acton Beacon, MA)
Happy Mother's Day May 12, 2009
I like when she plays board games with me. Also, she takes me places. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
New teen center in Easton provides something to do May 12, 2009
As the director, Murphy is available to mentor the kids, get them started on an activity or play video games or board games with them. It s all about whatever they want to do, said Murphy, 22. (Easton Journal, MA)
New York Times parenting blog May 9, 2009
They play with those kids every minute, board games, pretend games, she said. (I am quoting from memory because I wasnt taking notes. (Slate)
One of last "Wizard of Oz" Munchkins dies May 8, 2009
Large selection of Games - Board Games, Card Games, RPGs. Browse a huge selection now. (Yahoo News)
Republican women collecting supplies for overseas troops May 7, 2009
Baseballs, softballs and board games. Font Size. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Local moms share the joys and trials of being a mother (4) May 7, 2009
She spends time with her children by camping, swimming, going to the park, riding bikes, playing board games and watching movies. How she feels about motherhood: I love it. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Employment center opens for disabled citizens May 6, 2009
While individuals play board games, said director Blair, there s a lot of socializing going on, too. This is a very important skill, and it feeds into job services. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Mexico sends plane for citizens quarantined in China May 5, 2009
At the Guo Men Hotel in Beijing on Monday, the embassy ferried luggage, bags of food, and board games to 10 of its nationals inside, guarded by gates and security staff. A China Southern Airlines charter flight to Mexico to retrieve Chinese nationals stranded there was cancelled on Sunday after the airline was unable to reach a landing arrangement , English-language national the China Daily reported on Monday. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Travel Activities for Kids May 4, 2009
Travel Size Games: Travel size versions of many traditional favorite board games are available in toy stores and discount stores. The games are smaller and usually contained in such a way that they will not spill in the car. (Suite101.com)
Alice Hensley always felt at home in Antelope May 3, 2009
She had a closet full of board games and was just getting obsessed with bridge when she had to move from Antelope. All her life, she admired Eleanor Roosevelt and tried to live by her ideals. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
More of this story» May 2, 2009
Along with the drinking, the partiers at Apartment 89 were also playing board games. During the evening, the defendant and Pamela argued intermittently. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Obituaries for Saturday, May 2, 2009 May 2, 2009
Larry also enjoyed playing cards and board games. Larry is survived by his wife, Betty of La Crosse; three precious children, a daughter, Mary Lou Schulze of Caledonia, and two sons, Gary (Peggy) Schulze of Onalaska and Terry (Carol) Schulze of La Crosse; six cherished grandchildren, Thomas (Sandra) Welsh, Tim (Michelle) Welsh and Tammy Schuldt, all of Eyota, Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
* [ EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT ] May 1, 2009
Restaurant/bar with queer/feminist bookstore and large collection of board games open 11am to midnight Sundays through Wednesdays; 11am to 1am Thursdays through Saturdays. Admission for music shows is NT$300. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hudson Girl Scouts earn awards May 1, 2009
She also collected gently-used board games for use by Mulready School students. Nicole s sister, Allison, a Hudson High School freshman and Silver award winner, bought sheet music for the school s music department and helped to recruit chorus and band members for Hudson High and JFK Middle School. (Hudson Sun, MA)
The Inside Pitch With Dan Merzel Apr 30, 2009
DM: Watch Jeopardy, watch baseball, play board games. HS: One thing that being a member of the baseball team has taught you. (Hopkinssports.com)
'Disguised learning' used in elementary after school program Apr 29, 2009
The children are playing board games, working on scientific experiments and are scheduled to take part in Brain and Body Breaks where they exercise their brains and bodies during structured activities including soccer, basketball or kickball ... The program is part of the Floridas 21st Century Community Learning Center, where the board games help the children learn how to add and subtract, where the scientific experiments help the children learn the scientific process and the outdoor... (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Approximately $35,000 raised so far for Partnership With Youth Campaign Apr 29, 2009
Students meet with YMCA staff at the flag pole in front of Washington Elementary, and then everyone walks to the YMCA. Students have snacks, and then have time to work on homework, and later have time for fun activities, such as watching a movie, making crafts, playing board games, reading books or going swimming. TLC is offered Monday through Friday. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Students rack up Scrabble triumph Apr 28, 2009
Like most kids his age, Erik enjoys video games -- he wants a Nintendo Wii so he can play "Guitar Hero" -- but he plays plenty of board games, too. There's lots of skill involved in winning Scrabble championships, he said, but teams also need to be lucky. (News & Observer)
Bisbee Boys & Girls Club telethon is Saturday Apr 28, 2009
Other activities available are basketball, fooseball, pool, ping pong, board games, reading in the library or just hanging out. There are always organized games and other fun activities for those who want to participate. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Mique returns to her Southern roots Apr 28, 2009
Her Twitter page at mentions playing board games with friends and taking her dogs to the park. Her successful battle with depression and willingness to talk about it also earned her some new admirers, young and old. (InsideTennessee.com)
They need a home Apr 28, 2009
Dylan, 11, enjoys sports, movies, and board games. Ashley (inset), 13, plays soccer and loves dolls. (Boston Globe)
Reaching out: Tebow, NCAA team up in rare fashion for orphanage Apr 20, 2009
On Thursday night, Tebow led a group that visited Shands, purchasing video games and board games for a playroom for the kids at the facility. There also was a party with ice cream served. (Florida Today)
• Twin Falls library celebrates century mark Apr 19, 2009
"In our day, we had board games," she said, "but I always like to connect whatever they do with books somehow We want to provide library service to the community for another 100 years.". Sherri George, an aspiring Twin Falls author, uses the library frequently. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
J. BUTTERFIELD: Closing the book on Elkhorn boot camp Apr 18, 2009
Today, I've also set out board games: Monopoly, Dominoes, Chess, Uno and Yahtzee. I even pulled out the basket of small toys (former cadet birthday presents: bubbles, paper airplanes, an eight ball, a kaleidoscope, juggling balls). (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Danvers Library Corner Apr 18, 2009
Families are invited to enjoy a special Family Game Time on Thursday, April 23, with board games, card games and more beginning at 3 p.m.. Imagination Agency Join the Imagination Agency so you will be able to pick new books that you can t wait to read and have the opportunity to share them with friends during monthly book discussions. (Danvers Herald, MA)
2009 Monopoly World Championship Apr 18, 2009
Anyone with a love for one of the world s most loved board games can enter, just qualify, play, win, and take home all the money in the bank. The copyright of the article 2009 Monopoly World Championship in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Consumers still cautious on discretionary spending Apr 18, 2009
As for entertainment, we play more board games such as chess and monopoly, she adds. In addition, there are less frequent family holidays. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Zimbabwe: Shelves Fill Up But Customers Stay Away Apr 16, 2009
Next door there is a small store selling a variety of goods, but the two assistants spend their time playing board games. "The use of foreign currencies as legal tender has really affected the local people because they have no access to foreign currency," one of the assistants, Dudzai, told IRIN. "Where does the government expect the villagers to get foreign money when it is battling to pay its own civil servants?". (allAfrica.com)
Burmaster:Everyone has a stake in schools Apr 15, 2009
Reading Comprehension Board Games: Abby Ryan, Emerson Elementary, 287. 41. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
JARED'S JOURNAL: More power? Fielder says Nelson Apr 15, 2009
Otherwise it s card games or board games. It hasn t been a very exciting lifestyle. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Creating a Graduation Gift List Apr 14, 2009
Personal: sewing kit, first aid kit, fish bowl, board games, sport balls, and anything else you need. Be sure to post a picture of what you have in mind and consider applying a link to a store that sells the product. (Suite101.com)
Virginia E. Brown-Sippy Apr 14, 2009
She loved to dance waltzes, polkas, square dance and play cards, scrabble and board games with her family. Virginia always said her claim to fame was her six children. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Shanda Games to Start Commercial Launch of AION on April 16, 2009 Apr 14, 2009
Shanda offers a portfolio of diversified entertainment content including some of the most popular massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs) and casual games in China, as well as online chess and board games, network PC games and a variety of cartoons, literature works and music. Shanda's interactive entertainment platform attracts a large and loyal user base. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HARRY KALAS 1936-2009 Hall of Fame voice of Phillies and NFL Apr 14, 2009
and when he was a youngster, he broadcast to himself by playing baseball board games at home. Kalas, who lived in Media, Pa. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Escape Without Leaving Apr 13, 2009
4 p.m.: Head back to the hostel to relax around the common room, play board games or cards, make popcorn and hot chocolate, then dinner. Don't miss the game room in the basement where you can play pool, pingpong, and foosball (although many of the foosball "players" have lost their heads or their feet). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Wilmington library helps take care of finances Apr 13, 2009
Get together for board games. Tuesday, April 21, 7-8:30 p.m.. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
