Gathering Room open for business Nov 11, 2009
Birthdays, anniversaries or small weddings now have an affordable place to gather in downtown Fort Madison. The room is also ideal for business meetings or retreats. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
The Bearded Mom Nov 10, 2009
My grandchildren's birthdays came and went, and he didn't bother to send a card or even call them to wish them happy birthday. Prudie, this is not how I raised my son to behave, and it's the kids who are suffering most from this family feud. (Slate)
Fresh Edible Fruit Gift Baskets Del... Nov 10, 2009
Fruit baskets are great for parties, baby and wedding showers, birthdays, or any holiday event. There are numerous baskets available that fit everyone's budget. (Suite101.com)
Family portraits Nov 10, 2009
Our hyper-extended family doesn't convene all that often - kids' birthdays and some holidays - and the full extent of it is rarely captured in pictures when it does happen. Family portraits tell stories, but sometimes they tell far less than the whole story. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
HINGHAM YESTERDAYS: Little folks had fine time on Halloween Nov 10, 2009
Bobby Delorey and John Carter Murphy, two of our fist graders , celebrated their birthdays together last week in Room One. Jacquelyn Young, clerk. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Free Online Invitation Service, Manvite, Unveils New Monthly Events Calendar Just for Guys Nov 10, 2009
The calendar is full of event listings that appeal to men such as football games, parties, beer festivals, movie releases, hot chicks' birthdays, poker games, Vegas conventions, bowling, outdoor events, golf tournaments and more. (Logo: ). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Today in History - Nov. 9 Nov 9, 2009
Today's Birthdays: Former Democratic vice-presidential candidate R. Sargent Shriver is 94. Baseball executive Whitey Herzog is 78. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
• Celebrating the holiday season Nov 8, 2009
For my family, the holiday season begins with Halloween, progresses through three birthdays and Thanksgiving in November, on to Christmas, New Year's, Valentine's Dayb, another birthday and Easter, with St. Patrick's Day thrown in for good measure ... For my family, the holiday season begins with Halloween, progresses through three birthdays and Thanksgiving in November, on to Christmas, New Year's, Valentine's Dayb, another birthday and Easter, with St. Patrick's Day thrown in for good measure... (Juneau Empire)
Celebrity birthdays: Nov. 7 Nov 7, 2009
About Celebrity birthdays. Which big names are toasting another year on the planet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Plantersville-Stoneham News Nov 5, 2009
Birthdays are: Joel Allphin, Nov. 4; Mary Donnelly, Nov. 5; and Kourtney Legge and (her great-uncle) John Peacock, share a Nov. 10 birthday. If you have any news you wish to share, e-mail or call me. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Backward Glances Nov 5, 2009
Alden Kane was elected president of the Kiwanis Club Richard A. Knight was named a trustee of Cushing Academy at Ashburnham New members of Hudson Cub Pack 3 included: Paul Anastas, Michael Schreiner, Paul Mann, Stephen Thomas, Edward Furtado, Albert Calderone and William Haley Ethelyn Coolidge was installed as president of Hudson Emblem Club succeeding Mary Hellen Funeral services were held for Frederick Bethel, 24, of Hudson, victim of an auto accident Susan Van Buskirk and her brother, John... (Hudson Sun, MA)
The Best Personalized Online E-Card... Nov 4, 2009
Singing, dancing personalized photo e-cards are a fun way to add personality to an e-card for Christmas, Halloween, weddings, birthdays and other special occasions. Made popular by online e-card programs like Elf Yourself, personalized photo e-cards now come as cartoon videos and services that allow a photographer to add card frames to photos or add photos to existing pre-made e-cards. (Suite101.com)
Buying into a Christmas without presents Nov 4, 2009
I'm not opposed to presents - in fact I love giving to celebrate birthdays, new babies and weddings. But those occasions seem less stressful since they come one at a time, spread out over the year, and without the reciprocal pressure of trying not to over- or under-buy in the exchange. (AZCentral -- Business)
Are you already working on Christmas? Nov 4, 2009
(Nevermind all the birthdays between now and then. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Phoenix Theatres Announces the Grand Opening of Eastgate 10 Theatre Nov 4, 2009
Additional upgrades include a renovated lobby, concession stand and interior, as well as, the addition of a party room for celebrating birthdays or special events prior to a movie. The 10 screen theatre has approximately 1700 seats, digital surround sound in all theatres, auditoriums with wall-to-wall screens and several with stadium seating, and all seats offering cup-holder armrests. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Reporter's Notebook: Characters come to life in parade Nov 3, 2009
I like how its about birthdays and how it makes you think about birthdays, she said. Plus, she likes rabbits. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Cash or credit cards for the holidays? Nov 3, 2009
It s unfortunate that I also have birthdays I have to keep in mind during the Christmas season. I have been saving for Christmas since August. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Martha Stewart's Cupcakes: Cute Cup... Nov 3, 2009
Swirled and Sprinkled, Dipped and Glazed, Simple and Sweet, Filled and Layered, Piped and Topped, Birthdays , Holidays and Celebrations complete the tempting cupcake chapters. The Basics Tools and Ingredients for baking and decorating have tips and tricks for everything from pastry bags and tips, how to use tweezers to pick up teeny decorations, how to use fondant and marzipan, to recipes for frosting, fillings and embellishments. (Suite101.com)
In India, riches breed birthday excess Nov 1, 2009
In the three months we ve lived here, we have attended seven or eight birthdays for the children of upwardly mobile Indians. Toddler birthday party inflation has Delhi firmly in its grip. (Boston Globe)
There’s something to satisfy everyone at Empire Buffet Oct 31, 2009
Saturday October 31, 2009. There s something to satisfy everyone at Empire Buffet by Paul Toomey, Chronicle Contributor10/29/2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Personalized Photo Calendars, the P... Oct 30, 2009
Options to highlight dates with images for birthdays, reminder captions for anniversaries or holiday dates; repeat features are usually standard to make it easier to set up a calendar for the following year. Design customization to add faded images or frames around key text. (Suite101.com)
Fake e-cards highlight of awareness warnings Oct 30, 2009
- Social networking: He said people on MySpace or Facebook have a false sense of security and offer too much personal information such as birthdays and addresses. - Viruses: Mr. Armour recommends a backup for stored information. (The Augusta Chronicle)
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Queens Chronicle - There’s something to satisfy everyone at Empire Buffet. Friday October 30, 2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Prospecting Databases Oct 30, 2009
The basic bare minimum should be: children's names, ages, client and spouse birthdays, anniversary, move-in date, hobbies, interests, business address, phone number and title. With the advent of e-mail, the e-mail address is crucial, efficient, and inexpensive correspondence. (RealtyTimes)
Birthday girl Maya Oct 29, 2009
May you have many more Happy Birthdays. Says. (The Palm Beach Post)
Small Gesture, Big Return Oct 29, 2009
We planned a trip to Vegas to stay for a week to celebrate both of our birthdays (5 days apart). At the time he was in Italy and I was in Cali. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Looking Back Oct 29, 2009
Egypt Mrs. Emma Long and the pupils of Egypt school were entertained at a duck supper Wednesday evening at the Ray Sojka home, given in honor of the birthdays of Junior and Darlene Sojka. Ernest Knotek has received word of the death of Joe Knotek at Denver Colorado. (Kalona News, IA)
More of this story Oct 29, 2009
The best birthdays of all are those that haven't arrived yet. Robert Orben. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Sentinel Lunchtime Blog (Relationships): Men are horrible to shop for Oct 29, 2009
With the holiday season quickly approaching, and birthdays being celebrated every day, were all soon to face the conundrum of shopping for a man. What are your suggestions. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
All dressed up Oct 29, 2009
Augusta Staffing also celebrates Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries. "You've got to make it fun," Mr. Kelly said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Murder charge sought against 15 year-old in Elizabeth Olten's death Oct 29, 2009
I am sadden to think there will be no more birthdays for Elisabeth ,nor will her parents see her graudate, or become a bride have have the joy of being a mother for the first time. Her mother will have a broken heart and the sad and yes sick memorys of what happen here to there hild. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
CUSTOMER SERVICE Oct 29, 2009
- Anniversaries - Engagements - Weddings - Birthdays - Births. - Fictitious Name Notice. (Florida Today)
Penny-pinching boredom Oct 29, 2009
If we're looking at the Dickens model, we've got: "A cold-hearted, tight-fisted, greedy man, who despises Christmas and all things which engender happiness", or, in the cartoon version, a Glaswegian anthropomorphic duck who likes to roll around pantsless on his mountains of cash while his big-eyed nephews go without skateboards on their birthdays. Forgive me for displaying a modicum of cynicism but I'm not entirely certain we should be aspiring to embody these chaps' worst traits over the course... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Become a Work at Home Cake Decorato... Oct 28, 2009
Many types of private parties, including birthdays, offer cakes to guests. This go-to dessert can help work at home professionals earn money any time of year. (Suite101.com)
Asin does a Priyanka Chopra Oct 27, 2009
She said, When I opened the door, the entire house was done up with balloons by my parents, just like they used to for my birthdays when I was a child. I had to burst quite a few balloons because there was no room to even walk. (India Times, India)
Hawkeyes Host Hoosiers Saturday in Kinnick Stadium Oct 27, 2009
Two Hawkeye players celebrate birthdays this week. turns 20 on Oct. 27 and celebrates his 20th birthday on Oct. 28. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Rape charge a test of convictions Oct 27, 2009
On birthdays and holidays, he mailed cards and money orders to his three boys in Arkansas and to Jewel's daughters. Latoni and Latoya may not have been his biological children, but he treated them as if they were-something that always surprised Jewel's family. (CNN)
This day in history Oct 26, 2009
Today s birthdays: Former Senator Edward Brooke III is 90. Actor Bob Hoskins is 67. (Boston Globe)
The Young Pro Oct 25, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Norwell's Black Tie Barbershop is a place for guys, shaves and haircuts Oct 24, 2009
I can t tell you how many men come in and tell me that they ve instructed their wives or daughters to skip the ties or tools for holidays or birthdays and just go with a gift certificate to the spa. It was really our goal to create someplace where guys can be comfortable hanging out, he added. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
HSC is just a prelude to Schoolies Oct 23, 2009
After Schoolies is over, there are new reasons to continue the party: exam results, summer holidays, New Year's Eve, more 18th birthdays. No wonder so many of our school leavers need to recover from all this excess by taking a gap year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Oct 22, 2009
The Tea Party group met in the home of Pat and Mac Johnson last Tuesday to celebrate Laura Bryan and Nancy Yates' September birthdays. The party was attended by nine of it's members, who include Laura and Nancy, Pat, Helen Tolbert, Clarice Williamson, Lynda Stribling, Mary Louise Blanks, Babs Kirkland and Marianne Enochs. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Atari Launches Its Social Networking Application With Creative Photo Editor: Atari Photo Sauce(TM) Oct 22, 2009
Atari will also likely launch themed stickers and accessory packages for various holidays and seasonal events, such as birthdays, Halloween and Thanksgiving. About Atari, SA. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Centenarian Party at Herrick House Oct 21, 2009
The Herrick House, an 88-unit assisted and independent living residence located on the upper campus of Beverly Hospital, recently hosted a Centenarian Party to celebrate the birthdays of two of its residents. Ellie Rebholtz, left, turned 101, and Kay Manley turned 103. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
The walls in our home do talk Oct 20, 2009
On the kids birthdays, we d measure them and record the dates on the stick ... We still measure Elise and Cam on their birthdays. (Boston Globe)
Malaysia Day to finally become a national holiday Oct 20, 2009
The day is currently a holiday in Sabah and Sarawak as the official birthdays of ther respective Yang di-Pertua Negeris. On Sept 16, 1963, Sabah and Sarawak, together with Singapore, joined the Federation of Malaya to form Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Girls' birthday gifts go to animal shelter Oct 19, 2009
Friday night, the trio of girls celebrated their ninth birthdays with cake, pizza and three games of bowling. On Saturday, the animals at the Chippewa County Humane Association got to join the party, thanks to the girls generosity. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The Birthday Saga Oct 18, 2009
The way birthdays are celebrated in Ghana now is way over the top ... Should Ghanaians make a big deal out of birthdays. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Choosing a Birthday Cake for a Chil... Oct 17, 2009
Alternatives that are also quite enjoyable for birthdays are cupcakes and ice cream sundae bars. Deciding To Buy or Make a Birthday Cake. (Suite101.com)
Social Security Freeze: Time to Scrimp Oct 17, 2009
She could afford to send her nine grandchildren more than $20 for their birthdays and Christmas. She'd be able to buy some nice new clothes, like she sees on QVC, not what she settles for at Walmart. (CBS News)
Bowler, 100, still working the lanes Oct 17, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 17, 2009 2:16 AM EDT CATSKILL Reaching the century mark in birthdays is a noteworthy accomplishment for anyone. Being able to pursue an active hobby while doing it will get you in the papers. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Minn. city's get-healthy effort called a success Oct 15, 2009
Schools stopped celebrating birthdays with sugary treats and started setting up "walking buses" that allowed kids to walk to and from school together with adult supervision. Employers gave workers time to exercise. (MSNBC -- Health)
Celebrity birthdays for Oct. 18-24 Oct 15, 2009
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Oct. 18-24. Oct. 18: Singer-guitarist Chuck Berry is 83. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
UCLA Wishes Happy Birthday No. 99 To Coach John Wooden Oct 15, 2009
"I wanted to write and wish you the happiest of birthdays as you hit # 99 this year," Walton wrote. "Go for it all, Coach. You deserve the best and so much more. Bask in the glory and bathe yourself in the kindness and glowing warmth that is always coming your way. "It is so neat that your birthday always immediately precedes the start of the basketball season--sort of the natural progression of things, I guess. (Uclabruins.com)
Your stories Oct 14, 2009
But if the official strike goes ahead, our customers aren't going to get their parcels on time - they'll miss out on birthdays and so on. And as a result, they're going to lose confidence in our service. (BBC News -- UK)
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS: Columbus, love him or hate him? Oct 13, 2009
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS: Columbus, love him or hate him ... FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS: Columbus, love him or hate him. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Hawkeyes Travel to Face Wisconsin Saturday Oct 13, 2009
Four Hawkeye players celebrate their birthdays this week, including P (Monday, 21) OL (Thursday, 23), LB (Friday, 22) and RB (Sunday, 19). THE LAST MEETING Iowa RB rushed for 217 yards and tied three single-game records with his four rushing touchdowns as Iowa posted a 38-16 triumph over Wisconsin last Oct. 18 in Kinnick Stadium. (Hawkeyesports.com)
De-activate me Oct 13, 2009
There are aspects of it that I really like, for instance being able to keep in touch with people who live overseas, arranging parties, remembering birthdays, posting links to people etc. I have over time become a little addicted to it but I don't see that necessarily as a bad thing. (BBC News -- UK)
Beautiful kolam by Sunway UC students Oct 12, 2009
Many Hindu families paint kolam in their homes during auspicious occassions such as festivals, weddings and birthdays. Kolam is believed to bring blessings to the homes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Carbon Footprint Reduction Oct 12, 2009
Sending e-cards for birthdays and holidays is another suggestion. Consider bringing reusable, cloth shopping bags to the supermarket instead of bringing home more brown paper bags. (Suite101.com)
Today in History - Oct. 10 Oct 11, 2009
Today's Birthdays: Former Illinois Sen. Adlai Stevenson III is 79. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Gosselins reach trucefor twins birthdays Oct 9, 2009
Gosselins reach truce for twins birthdays- msnbc ... Gosselins reach truce for twins birthdays ... The patriarch of eight saw his twins Mady and Cara for their 9th birthdays at their Pennsylvania home on Thursday without having to cut short the visit as he had originally feared. (MSNBC -- News)
Are we falling out of love with the postie? Oct 9, 2009
I no longer trust the Royal Mail to do this, so my family and friends get their presents when I see them rather than on their actual birthdays. The CWU also needs to realise that public support is rarely behind people who strike during a recession, especially when it is done at tax-payer's expense. (BBC News -- UK)
Would you throw a birthday party with no presents? Oct 9, 2009
Last year one child was not going to come to one of my children s birthdays because (unknown to me) the family had suffered multiple jobloss ... I always make sure they get cards with money in them, on their birthdays ... The boys looked forward to the drop off day more than they did their own birthdays. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
- INKED! Shaking loose the memories 30 years later 0 Oct 9, 2009
People remember rain events, tropical storms and other naturally destructive phenomena to mark key moments in their lives more than birthdays or holidays. Such events tend to go side-by-side with vivid memories of where we were at a particular moment. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
