Scholars program as important as ever Nov 30, 2008
The Times of Trenton NewsNJ government, politics, crime & local news. Latest user-submitted photos. (NJ.com -- Times)
Palm Beach Post - News and Classifieds for Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast Nov 30, 2008
Tis the season to get the perfect shot of your darlings to grace your holiday greeting cards. . (The Palm Beach Post)
Steve Cahalan: Shepherd’s Voice reopens in new location Nov 30, 2008
It sells Christian books, gifts, music, greeting cards and other items. Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
American Greetings Introduces New 'Ideas' Online Nov 29, 2008
In addition to greeting cards, American Greetings also has many additional offerings as part of AGInteractive, its online division, which include the largest E-card presence on the web highlighted by the original brand at AmericanGreetings. com , photo sharing and personal publishing capabilities at PhotoWorks. (PR Newswire)
Holidays not always joyful Nov 29, 2008
We all get wrapped up in the hype of shopping malls and greeting cards, and we sometimes get an empty feeling. Wright said she has offered Blue Christmas services in the Chicago area for five or six years, and the idea began about 15 years ago with the Anglican Church of Canada. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Transforming art into a cash Nov 29, 2008
She licenses her artwork for greeting cards, calendars and other products. She has written two books about her techniques and has a third one coming out. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Big list of holiday events Nov 29, 2008
This holiday tradition features story time with Mrs. Claus, a visit from the Teddy Bear, a puppet show, balloons and greeting cards from Santa Claus. Times are noon and 3 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom. (AZCentral -- Business)
Students coin drive nets $5,381 for veterans and elders Nov 29, 2008
The coin collection effort included greeting cards for the veterans and active duty service personnel that were designed by students throughout the district. One of the nice scenes occurred when a student from Pingree School carried a big heavy box full of cards, he said. (Weymouth News, MA)
Evidence in Livent case overwhelming: Crown Nov 29, 2008
The submission notes the accused even questioned modest expenses for greeting cards and a new file cabinet. Given their positions at Livent, it is implausible that the accused were unaware of the financial state of the company, the Crown argues. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Time to put away the leftover turkey and go shopping Nov 28, 2008
Their greeting cards are all written, with stamps licked no, moistened with a damp sponge and ready for the mailbox ... Greeting cards have been bought, but probably not yet written ... We never know who s coming for dinner, and more often than not, our greeting cards end up being sent in time for New Year s Day. (New Iberia, LA)
Passing of a titan Nov 28, 2008
The United Nations International Childrens Fund (Unicef) honoured him when it selected Two of a Kind and Tell You a Secret for its greeting cards in 1965 and 1988 respectively. Art impresario Frank Sullivan wrote in 1965: His (Tengs) art is always in touch with people, his own smiling happiness frequently bubbling out in sly touches of humour, but always and at all times he is an artist in love with life. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Louis Prang, Father of American Chr... Nov 27, 2008
SOURCES: ; Buday, George, The History of the Christmas Card (1964: London); Chemung Valley History Museum, Elmira, NY. (Special thanks to Vivian Krug at Emotions Greeting Cards for assistance around content and illustrations. . (Suite101.com)
Holiday cards support charities, causes Nov 26, 2008
Americans exchange 7 billion greeting cards a year, with more than 2 billion being swapped over the holidays despite the growing popularity of e-cards and other online options. Once again, local and national charities are offering specially designed holiday cards, many by local artists, whose proceeds help needy causes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The lights go out Dec. 20 (3) Nov 25, 2008
The Xi Xi Nu Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi invites you to join them for an evening of Christmas fun and cheer this evening, Nov. 20, to make your own original greeting cards. The workshop will be at the Mineral Area College starting at 6 p.m. The various pieces are supplied and individuals get to assemble the cards to their own unique style. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
'Christmas Fantasy' art and craft fair at WCC Nov 25, 2008
Gallery Iolani is selling arts and crafts made by students and community members showing prints, paintings, photographs, fiber art, handmade jewelry, wall hangings, greeting cards, wood carvings, stained glass, silk scarves, ornaments, etched glass, mosaic tiles, baskets, clothing and much more during this annual Christmas fund-raising event for the gallery. For more information, call 235-1218 or 262-9433. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Artist puts her stamp on a room Nov 25, 2008
-- It may sound like an exaggeration to say that Kathy Chono-Herring's hobby of making greeting cards for family and friends was spilling into every room of her home ... Black display shelves from a now-defunct rubber-stamp store display her Asian-theme rubber stamps, along with examples of greeting cards and other paper projects. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Recycling for holidays Nov 25, 2008
Seven billion greeting cards are sold each year and most are thrown away. E-greetings are a tree-saving alternative. (Danvers Herald, MA)
T-Mas Time is Here! Nov 24, 2008
That's right fool, the man that has endorsed everything from religion to lunch pails has finally moved on to the world of holiday greeting cards, because apparently the World of Warcraft commercials weren't paying enough. Not surprisingly there's even more than one to choose from, because Mr. T doesn't half-ass anything, sucka. (IGN Gear)
Postal officials face busy times Nov 24, 2008
Customers can also use these online tools: get stamps and more at The Postal Store; print a label with postage using Click-N-Ship; arrange for a package pickup; Find the closest Post Office to apply for a passport; make their own greeting cards, postcards, and letters; create customized postage with digital photos; put their mail on hold while they are away; change their address when they move; and request delivery of mail they have missed. Garnett also offered the following USPS holiday... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
150 Years later: State Street keeps a familiar look Nov 23, 2008
You went to a card store, and all they sold were greeting cards. There wasn t one-stop shopping like there is now. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Project Bread cards aid hungry Nov 23, 2008
With Thanksgiving around the corner and the holiday season fast approaching, I wanted to contact you as early as possible as many residents are in the market for holiday greeting cards for family and friends. Project Bread, The Walk for Hunger is offering a wide variety of holiday cards for the 2008 season with unique images and heart-warming messages that will appeal to all. (Medfield Press, MA)
Talkin' with Sal: Thankful? Oh, yeah Nov 23, 2008
Receiving greeting cards from people whose names I do not recognize, hoping that some day I'll figure it out. Having the chance to write "Enjoy! Sally Ann," as many times as it takes. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Lost luggage a bureaucratic whodunit Nov 23, 2008
The claims from losses at security checkpoints and in the TSA's baggage inspection area varied from a watch worth $18,250 to greeting cards valued at $700 and a $450 wig. Travelers at Palm Beach International Airport have filed 979 claims for $618,211 since the TSA began screening bags there. (The Palm Beach Post)
Shop Somerville: Union Square market offers everything you need Dec. 6 Nov 23, 2008
Gifts include: sculpture, jewelry, knitwear, photography, handbags, unique electronic instruments, greeting cards, wreaths, desserts and more. And, for those who have been more naughty than nice, The Soap Smith offers coal for your stocking naturally black soap in two scents: clove and honey/oatmeal/vanilla. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Church auction a success Nov 22, 2008
Following bidding, diners went home with items which included eight table centerpieces, hand-stamped all-occasion greeting cards, a John Deere 12-volt child s Gator, an Italian beef dinner for 20, a hand-carved mahogany frame made by a local wood carver, a stained glass farm scene window panel, a pressed copper creation by a local artist, a handcrafted oak bench made by a local woodworker, a completely decorated country Christmas tree, a copy of an 1876 DeKalb County Plat Map, a day on a pontoon... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Gifts that give back Nov 22, 2008
Attach a card from Hooray for the Underdog, a line by photographers Janet Healey and Joe Grisham -- a husband-and-wife team who sell stylish greeting cards featuring pictures of dogs and cats up for adoption in shelters. Ten percent of proceeds ($3 for cards) go to animal welfare groups and shelters. (CNN -- Law)
For Isle artist Peggy Chun, life was a party to the end Nov 21, 2008
Her collection of whimsical paintings cows snorkeling and cats snoozing have graced greeting cards and calendars and office walls. She has also done loving portraits of religious leaders Mother Marianne Cope and Father Damien, the last of which was a huge wall mural she directed students at Holy Trinity to construct to her specifications, tile by tiny painted tile. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Wal-Mart grant helps send aloha holiday cheer to deployed troops overseas Nov 21, 2008
Other community partners such as the VFW Post 1572, Radford High School's Interact Club, the City's Seniors Division-Parks ation Department will provide additional aloha goodies and hand-made greeting cards for the troops ... Receiving actual aloha care packages with hand-made greeting cards from the people of Hawaii will truly be a holiday treat for our brave soldiers this year. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Community notes: Yoga class to benefit Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support Nov 21, 2008
So far, about 70-75 items have been collected for the cause, ranging from original greeting cards, hand-crafted jewelry, a tattoo gift certificate and autographed overalls from country singer Aaron Tippin. For more information about Olivia, go to. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jingle Bell Broadcast, Holiday Hilarity & Fun At Salado Silver Spur Theater Nov 21, 2008
"Every member of the family should consider taking a break from the decorating, cooking, shopping, wrapping, endless football games and greeting cards and treat themselves to hearty laughter and the enjoyment of live entertainment. It is certainly a present to themselves and another great form of seasonal togetherness.". More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)
NB woman spreads comfort with cards Nov 21, 2008
She is pictured holding some of the many greeting cards she keeps on hand. (Justin Kelley/FULTON SUN photo). (Fulton Sun, MO)
Holiday Decorating With a Green Twist Nov 21, 2008
Send recycled-content greeting cards to reduce the amount of virgin paper used ... For the ultimate in paper-saving, send electronic greeting cards. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Downloading TV Programs, Watching Video and Making Online Phone Calls Represent Biggest One-Year Internet Activity Increase Nov 21, 2008
The fall 2008 data include four new Internet activities: sharing photos (done by one in four adults in the last 30 days); sending electronic greeting cards (9% of adults); watching a live TV program online (5. 3% of the U.S. adult population); and uploading or adding video to a Web site (4. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sir Henry Cole's Christmas Card Pro... Nov 20, 2008
Sir Henry Cole's Christmas Card Problem: Coles Solution Resulted in Todays Holiday Greeting Cards ... Coles Solution Resulted in Todays Holiday Greeting Cards ... Although greeting cards go back to an ancient Egyptian prototype, what we know today as the Christmas card came to life in 1843 because this brilliant idea man was frustrated. (Suite101.com)
Tiny Christian Bookstore Flourishes on East Osage Nov 20, 2008
She has crammed her small store with books, music CDs and movie DVDs, greeting cards, scrapbooking materials, scented candles, T-shirts and jewelry. Although Seeds of Faith is a nondenominational church, some people who attend other churches were reluctant to browse in the store when it was inside the sanctuary. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Buy Gift Cards Online Nov 19, 2008
Personalized Gift Cards and Customized Greeting Cards. Retailers are offering shoppers who buy gift cards online the opportunity to create personalized gift cards and custom greeting cards from the ease of their computer. (Suite101.com)
Bollin on Business: Ready for the season? Nov 19, 2008
Selling greeting cards. The customer is buying the feelings and emotions that the card will deliver. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
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Colors of Compassion cards now available Nov 18, 2008
Colors of Compassion greeting cards are now available through the Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA) and the Southern Arizona Children s Advocacy Center (SACAC). The cards feature the six winning compositions from the Colors of Compassion Animal Art Contest for Kids. (FOX 11, AZ)
KURTZ: PRESS FALLS HARD FOR OBAMA; JOURNALISM ON HOLD... Nov 18, 2008
Record companies are releasing hip-hop songs, by the likes of and , with such titles as "Pop Champagne for Barack." Consumers, the Los Angeles Times reports, are buying up "Obama-themed T-shirts, buttons, bobblehead dolls, coffee mugs, wine bottles, magnets, greeting cards, neon signs, mobile phones and framed art prints.". A barrage of Obama-related books are in the works. (The Drudge Report)
Holiday activities begin soon in Bonne Terre Nov 18, 2008
In addition, families, businesses and groups are being asked to decorate the city park this season with giant holiday greeting cards. Thirteen businesses and groups have already signed up. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Majerek's reopens in new location Nov 18, 2008
There are Yankee Candles, new and discounted books and a large display of magazines - and of course a large selection of greeting cards ... "So the store is no longer considered a Hallmark store - but still carries a variety of greeting cards."We have the best of the best," he said.When it comes to the books offered at the store - one aspect Majerek emphasized was that the store is capable of special ordering books for customers."You can shop in Niles and get any book you need," he said. And... (Niles Star, MI)
Two more businesses welcomed to Niles Nov 18, 2008
Karen Classon, owner of D Shop, located at 113 N. Third St. welcomed members of the community to her new store, which offers everything from fresh flowers to jewelry, greeting cards and a wide variety of gift baskets. The baskets embrace themes of every kind including those for movie lovers, a breakfast food theme, s'mores style basket, baskets for babies and pets, baskets filled with candy and baskets equipped with bath accessories. (Niles Star, MI)
Stepping up to the challenge Nov 18, 2008
The seven women have raised the minimum 2,200 required for each member from lemonade stands and sales of handmade greeting cards. Rose said she pledged to take part in the 3-Day walk three years ago when she was on her way to an appointment with an oncologist after being diagnosed with breast cancer. (North County Times)
Art for the holidays at Mystic Arts Center Nov 18, 2008
Artisan crafts from around the world are available for purchase, including handcrafted pottery, jewelry, home d;cor, photography, greeting cards, Cambodian scarves and handbags, and clothing. All art and crafts are made by local and regional artists and are for sale. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Black Monday fear for malware spike Nov 18, 2008
Adam Biviano, spokesman for competitor Trend Micro, said he expected to see a large increase in hackers using holiday-related tools such as electronic greeting cards as a front for attacks. "It's typical for the orchestrators of malware attacks to make use of public holidays, make use of special occasions, because it gives them an angle from which to attract people to click on their link [or] download their attachment," he said. (The Age)
123Greetings Encourages You to Make Online Greeting Cards Part of Your Thanksgiving Preparations Nov 18, 2008
123Greetings (), the world's leading provider of eCards, has more than 20,000 free online greeting cards for 3,000 events and occasions, so you'll find the perfect way to express your gratitude to family, friends, lovers, relatives, co-workers and business associates ... Its offering of over 20,000 greeting cards covers a mix of 3,000 seasonal & everyday categories. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Economical and Creative Holiday Ide... Nov 17, 2008
To conserve paper and save stamp cost, send e-mail greeting cards. Make sure to personalize your e-cards with a photo and family news. (Suite101.com)
Pressed to please Nov 17, 2008
Web search enhanced by. Monday November 17, 2008. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Yes, we can -. sell it Nov 17, 2008
Vendors have taken to the streets and the Internet to sell Obama-themed T-shirts, buttons, bobblehead dolls, coffee mugs, wine bottles, magnets, greeting cards, neon signs, mobile phones and framed art prints. Despite worries about the economy, consumers are snapping them up. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Florence Lambert shows her creative side with Gadis Manis. Nov 16, 2008
Florence Lambert shows her creative side with Gadis Manis (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Steve Cahalan: Third area Jimmy John's will open Wednesday Nov 16, 2008
With the move to her own space, Schumaker has expanded her offerings to include meat and cheese platers, antipasto platters and fruit platters; balloons and balloon bouquets; candy bouquets and greeting cards. Store hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Protect, clean up and send Nov 15, 2008
Through Dec. 10, the public can send their greeting cards, with adequate postage and a return address, to Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights MD 20791-5456. To speed delivery, mailers should not send care packages, money or any inserts, including glitter. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Gateway full of surprises Nov 14, 2008
Items in the gallery range in price from 4 greeting cards to a 4,000 painting. We re trying to bring in art that will have more of a broad appeal, Wingert said. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Fortney photos featured at Unitarian Universalist Nov 14, 2008
She also uses her photographs to create greeting cards, forming mosaics of color and texture to bring a certain place or emotion to mind. Fortney is a senior environmental coordinator with MidAmerican Energy in Des Moines and has managed environmental compliance issues for 25 years. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
For her, Cleveland is in the (greeting) cards Nov 14, 2008
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Helping others helps military mom Nov 14, 2008
On Thursday, Nov. 20, Wangberg will host a workshop to create blank greeting cards that U.S. military personnel serving in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan can use to send greetings to their family in friends in the ... Carpenter is linked with 25 crafters across the U.S. via the Internet who make the greeting cards for a variety of occasions and send them overseas to the U.S. military who use them to send greetings to their family and friends ... Who: The public is invited to come and help make... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Web more than a distribution channel Nov 14, 2008
Many of the fans believe that the characters are real people so they send greeting cards during the festive season and some even ask for advice. And the characters do reply, quipped Chan. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
The Flip Goes High-Def Nov 13, 2008
You can also create some cute video greeting cards and burn the movie to a DVD to be viewed on any standard DVD player. The camera is not optimized for still photos but the software will let you extra a JPG "snapshot" from your video. (CBS News)
Video: Gifts From the Heart Are Easy to Make and Affordable With Epson Artisan 'How-To' Projects Nov 13, 2008
With free project templates for personalized greeting cards, calendars, CD/DVDs, stationery, and wrapping paper, to name a few, Epson's new Artisan(TM) 800 all-in-one allows consumers to easily make one-of-a-kind holiday gifts that will be treasured for years to come ... Or share your family's latest adventures and photos through festive greeting cards and newsletters. (PR Newswire)
How To Make Christmas Affordable Nov 13, 2008
Before the commercialization of Christmas, people made their own gifts and greeting cards. People with time and talent may find that the thought behind a Christmas gift is truly personal when hand crafted. (Suite101.com)
Senior Cares: Enjoying the holidays doesnt have to be work Nov 13, 2008
Gift ideas for seniors include: large-print books or playing cards, books on tape, DVDs, CDs, CD/DVD player, DVD or book of the month club subscription, hairstyle/manicure/pedicure, personalized large print calendar (the kind available at print shops or photo developers that allow the giver to include personal photos for each month) that includes special occasions and dates people will be visiting, or stationery, greeting cards and note cards with postage included, photo album or framed photo... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Column: Preparing for Thanksgiving Nov 13, 2008
Here are some suggestions: Prepare home-made Thanksgiving greeting cards. Invite a single or elderly person over for Thanksgiving dinner. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Leinen recycles cards, material, pictures, to make unique cards Nov 13, 2008
Leinen uses old greeting cards, cardboard and any paper she can get her hands on to craft her own special cards ... Family, friends, and St. Francis residents and staff often are the recipients of Leinen's homemade greeting cards. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Day Road Race and story Nov 12, 2008
Joshua Grzegorzewski of Somerville stands at the starting line outside Stoneham Town Hall in his red, white and blue New Balance shoes. By Kristin Erekson/Correspondent. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
