Flamingos, this time of year? Oct 30, 2009
Members of the group install the yard ornaments at unsuspecting homes, and then request a small donation to pass the flamingo flock onto someone else. Either way, the birds are removed within 24 hours. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Ward Centers adds seven new stores Oct 30, 2009
Santa s Pen opened at Ward Entertainment Center next to Roxy and features personalized Christmas ornaments and other holiday items. Victoria Nail Salon, a full-service nail salon, is set to open soon at Ward Warehouse. (Pacific Business News, HI)
'Something different': One-of-a-king holiday gifts highlight OCFAC fund-raiser Oct 29, 2009
Twiggs has designed two White House Christmas tree ornaments representing South Carolina this decade. Some other items available at the Silent Auction include an Esque candle from Ann's House of Treasures; an original watercolor by North Carolina artist Chuck McLachlin; a hand-carved duck from Dr. Robert Moe; a hand-embroidered shawl from India; a hand-turned maple bowl by Dr. Ben Pendarvis, two season tickets to the Orangeburg Part-Time Players 2010 Season; an original painting by Campbell... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Cavalier Christmas ornaments available Friday Oct 28, 2009
Chatham High School After-Prom Parents Committee will be selling Cavalier Christmas ornaments at the homecoming game on Friday. Proceeds from the fund-raiser will be used for an alcohol- and drug-free after-prom party for Chatham High juniors and seniors and for a baccalaureate service. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Trick for cheap Oct 28, 2009
At , there are more than a dozen ideas for cheap and chic Halloween decor, including "Perfect Pumpkin Ornaments," "Ghoulish Goblets" and "Forgotten Flowers Centerpiece." (See our video above to learn how to make the centerpiece. . (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ghoulishly glam Halloween decor Oct 28, 2009
Bones and ornaments dusted with lime, ebony, orange or purple sparkle. Startling images on dishware and textiles. (AZCentral -- Home)
Just for show: Fall decorating relies on veggies Oct 27, 2009
AP Photo/Dean Fosdick Gourds and Indian corn make great seasonal ornaments, symbolizing the harvest and gracing dining room tables at Thanksgiving. AP Photo/Dean Fosdick Indian corn also is called calico corn, flint corn and maize. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Destination New Baltimore Oct 25, 2009
There you could buy holiday ornaments, mittens, scarves and decorations donated and crafted by parishioners, or sit down for a home cooked meal of quiche and chicken tortellini soup. Pastor Susan Kerr explained that Destination New Baltimore Day had come about through the collaboration and cooperation of three different organizations. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Spruce up your holiday entertaining Oct 23, 2009
"A great idea that's also really easy is to fill a soup tureen or large serving bowl with fresh flowers or even colorful holiday ornaments to complement your napkins or china," says Vujinovic ... Ornaments aren't just for holiday trees ... Decorate each place setting with ornaments. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Big list of events Oct 23, 2009
From 1-4 p.m. Nov. 7, kids decorate sugar skulls and make pressed tin ornaments. Vision Gallery, 80 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
There's nothing small about miniature show, except the art Oct 23, 2009
We will have some local pine needle baskets of course, also hand-painted glass Christmas ornaments that can be personalized. We believe this is the best time to sell small works of art for holiday presents. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
The Democrats’ Culture of Corruption Oct 23, 2009
Nearly four years later, power flows to more lobbyists than ever, thousand-page plus bills are not made available for anyone to read before they re voted on and special interest amendments festoon these bills like ornaments on the White House Christmas tree. More than 30 "czars" (too many of them radical leftists) are appointed with no "proven credentials". (Human Events Online)
Food Network's Sandra Lee Celebrates the Holidays with HGTV Oct 22, 2009
Sandra also will show the Sobiloff family how to take their favorite family photographs and keepsakes and turn them into memorable tablescapes, ornaments and gifts. Sandra Lee Celebrates: Magical Merry Christmas. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Best local Day of the Dead celebrations Oct 22, 2009
San Francisco, Oct. 24 Participants in this workshop at Galeria de la Raza will turn a small wooden box to into a shrine, love token or vignette with plaster skulls, hearts and other ornaments, which are supplied, along with personal items they bring from home. They'll also learn to make small, lacy miniature papel picados and miniature paper flowers. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Artist P. Buckley Moss has showing in Kalona Oct 22, 2009
With an impressive inventory, available for viewing were original watercolors, gilcees and offset lithographs, as well as other Moss items including porcelain ornaments. Known as "The Peoples Artist," Moss is known for her artwork full of love and appreciation for the world around her. (Kalona News, IA)
Jump in disbursal of gold loans Oct 21, 2009
A just-married couple was spotted recently at t 00004000 he South Delhi branch of a non-banking finance company for availing of a loan against the brides gold ornaments ... The brides logic for such a loan was that since she did not require to don all of the ornaments she received during her wedding, it made sense to raise money for the trip by pledging the rest of the gold ... Apart from retail customers in urban and semi-urban areas, farmers and rural folk raise need-based loans by... (India Times)
Harvest Holiday coming to KHS Oct 21, 2009
In addition, numerous Christmas decorations and ornaments will be available. Also popular will be country and primitive home d. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Starting a Christmas Tree Plot in t... Oct 20, 2009
White spruce holds its needles better than other spruces, but if the family has heavy ornaments, pick blue spruce. The branches are stronger. (Suite101.com)
Christmas Album Bombs Oct 20, 2009
Every year, we use the same Christmas lights, the same ornaments, the same plastic wreath. Yet, one copy of "The Little Drummer Boy" is not enough. (Fox News)
How Do You Define Holiday Flavors? Oct 20, 2009
oranges (the peel for mulling spices, or whole and studded with cloves for hanging ornaments). mulling spices (mulled wine, mulled cider, in baked goods. (Epicurious.com)
Fall studio classes available at MacNider Oct 19, 2009
New one-time seasonal craft classes will feature making pumpkins that pop, heirloom decorative gourds and winter holiday decorations: pomanders, origami cranes and pinecone ornaments. For children, Art Bugs classes meet for an hour every Wednesday morning to explore art materials and have a messy good time. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Readers Write 10/15 Oct 15, 2009
Here it is, more than three months away from that celebrated Christian holiday called Christmas, and many stores already have Christmas trees and all of the glitzy ornaments displayed. I walked into a large retailer recently, and was greeted by a battery-operated Santa singing We Wish You a Merry Christmas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Griffin continues solar energy push Oct 15, 2009
The evening auction will have fewer trees and more wreaths, swags and ornaments up for bids. n The Chamber Promotion Committee will partner with New Century Club to hold Oktoberfest this year, and turn complete control of the event over to the club next year. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Holiday sales events at warehouses, outlets Oct 12, 2009
Expect to pay about $20 for one-of-a-kind ornaments; $20 for glass leaves and $50 for life-size fruits (apples, pears, pomegranates) or $185 for 8-inch fruits ... If prices at 50 percent off wholesale get your adrenalin going, then zip on down to importer Winward International, where you'll find a top-notch presentation of high-quality Christmas ornaments and holiday decor ... Highlights: Individual ornaments generally range from 50 cents to about $2, while boxed ornaments cost $1 to $4. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Amid weak job outlook, 'tis season for hiring few Oct 10, 2009
N-J/ Home Depot sales associate Kristin Burke stocks shelves with Christmas ornaments at the Daytona Beach Home Depot recently. Home Depot is not hiring extra sales associates for the holidays. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Business briefs Oct 9, 2009
Ornaments will be available soon at area stores, including Inkwell Home, Inspirations Cards & Gifts, Granada Gourmet, Tom Cook Jewelers and Marguerite's Florist as well at UCP at 1100 Jimmy Ann Drive, Daytona Beach. For information, call 386-274-6474. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Tortillas up, bouquets down during recession Oct 8, 2009
That means shoppers will see more gingerbread houses and peppermint crunch cookies, and fewer exotic teas and flavored olive oils; classic ball ornaments instead of offbeat cowboys or cartoon-themed character figures; and an emphasis on simple festive wear like shimmery tops instead of elaborately beaded gowns. Consumers get break on food prices. (Fresno Bee)
Costly jewellery Oct 8, 2009
" Subtle purchasesIn an upmarket hotel in central Delhi, the government-run Metals and Mineral Trading Corporation organises a sale of gold ornaments every year. Different states of India bring their traditional designs of necklaces, bracelets and any other form of gold that can be given as gifts. Bridal wear is not as flamboyant as it was during the economic boom. Sales of gold jewellery are traditionally at their peak this time a year. In recent years, people would crowd around the stalls,... (BBC News -- Business)
Wayne Guadalupe Rocha Oct 8, 2009
He took great pride in his yard, enjoying his rose bushes, flowers and lawn ornaments. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and family get-togethers. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
National retail group offers weak holiday forecast Oct 6, 2009
That means shoppers will see more gingerbread houses and peppermint crunch cookies, and fewer exotic teas and flavored olive oils; classic ball ornaments instead of offbeat cowboys or cartoon-themed character figures; and an emphasis on simple festive wear like shimmery tops instead of elaborately beaded gowns. Sept. US auto sales fall amid clunkers letdown. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
49 favorite Arizona getaways Oct 6, 2009
Wreaths, garlands and a large fir tree filled with old-fashioned ornaments bring the Christmas spirit to the state park. And on Dec. 12, Santa stops by to hand out candy, and Mrs. Claus reads holiday stories. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Cemetery cleanup elicits grave response Oct 1, 2009
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 10:12 AM EDT A dumpster full of silk flowers and other grave ornaments overflowed into a pile of ceramic angels on the ground after the city did a sweep of the Lake Wales Cemetery this week, prompting a flurry of phone calls in response ... Those things not permitted are boxes, toys, shells, glass, metal designs, ornaments, chairs, settees, wood or iron cases and similar articles and can be removed at no risk to the city ... According to City Manager Judy... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Christmas Party Planning Ideas for ... Oct 1, 2009
Teens want something more interesting than plain ornaments and traditional holiday tunes ... Black and silver, with lots of shiny silver bells and ornaments against black velvet. (Suite101.com)
Husbands handcraft is foundation for artists creative vision Sep 30, 2009
In the past, she decorated the Christmas trees in the windows of the American Museum of Folk Art with handcut ornaments. Gregory considers herself more of Scherenschnitte cutter than a painter. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
What happened to the tree? Sep 24, 2009
It took an extension ladder to replace occasional ornaments as they aged or fell off and was an annual trip for me, which did not take much time -- and on occasion, grandchildren would either help or just observe ... I stopped last week and walked over to the area where I knew the tree had been and saw a few ornaments in the ditch ... The ornaments were only a few, and the fake wreath material was mostly time worn. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Entertainment Briefs Sep 20, 2009
Learn how book binding was done, make Christmas ornaments, or experience shelling corn the old-fashioned way. There will be demonstrations by the Twilight Treadlers, Simply Sisters (homemade soap), wagon rides and other activities. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
This year marks the 25th year for this event, which will be held Oct. 16, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Sierra Suites, 391 E. Fry Blvd. Eighteen participants will have a wide variety of unique handcrafted items in time for the holiday shopping, to include decorative and functional painted pieces, unique jewelry, dolls, ornaments, denim items, greeting cards, ceramics, coiled fabric baskets and handbags, candles, sachets, Scherneschnitte-paper scissors cutting, jams and baked... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Things that you do Sep 18, 2009
Like I said, regardless of the ornaments, who you are shines when you re good with it. aggwitty. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Capitol Christmas Ornaments are a Special Gift (12) Sep 14, 2009
Capitol Christmas Ornaments are a Special Gift Agri-View: Features ... Capitol Christmas Ornaments are a Special Gift ... They watch for the new ornaments that usually make their debut around this time of the year - and this year those collectors are in for a real treat because an especially beautiful one is available. (Agri-View, WI)
September 18, 19, 20 Town of Woodbury Celebrates 350th in Weekend-Long Activities for All Sep 9, 2009
Commemorative items for sale at various locations throughout the weekend are a Scenes from Old Woodbury 2010 calendar and T-shirts, porringers and ornaments with the 350th anniversary logo ... The pewter porringers and ornaments are designed by Woodbury Pewter. (Voices, CT)
European Tradition in Nuremberg, Ge... Sep 8, 2009
Visitors converge upon these Markets to uncover many items like this spicy gingerbread, Christmas ornaments, toys and sweets, adding to the excitement of the holiday season. An additional benefit of this special gingerbread cookie is keeping the artistic tin or box container the cookies come in which are collectors items. (Suite101.com)
8 Robbers Attack MP Sep 8, 2009
They also went away with laptops and other electronic gadgets, jewelry, ornaments, interior decoration and every stealable item. No one was shot or hurt, though. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
3,000-year-old butter discovered in Ireland Sep 1, 2009
Some 270 packages of butter have been retrieved from bogs, along with exceptionally well-preserved wooden objects, swords and ornaments. The bogs' unique chemistry is what allows these artifacts to endure. (MSNBC -- Technology)
SA's worldly wonders Sep 1, 2009
The name means place of the stone wisdom and it has been the site of the discovery of human bones and a multitude of interesting artefacts such as pottery, beads, gold ornaments, crafted ivory and bone, copper and iron. Also found here, in a royal grave in the 1930s, is the Golden Rhino; a carved wooden rhinoceros covered with thin gold leaf, declared a Cultural Treasure in 1997. (iAfrica.com)
Ornament drive for state Christmas tree that's D.C.-bound Aug 29, 2009
A fourth-grader at Moon Mountain Elementary School, Nunez fashioned an orange, yellow and red foam sun as Gov. Jan Brewer visited her art class Thursday, kicking off an effort to have schoolchildren produce ornaments for a blue spruce from Arizona that's heading to Washington ... Brewer praised creations of clay, foil and foam, then drew gasps from Nunez and others when she told students the tree needs 5,000 ornaments ... All ornaments need to be non-religious and preferably made from recycled... (AZCentral -- News)
Former MSP commander Dygert celebrating 90th birthday, 40 years retirement ... Group hopes to build on healthy foundation ... Area landlords converge to learn what's new ... Mich. governor: Budget talks must move faster ... Gov. Granholm: Web site for needy Mich. residents ... Senator offers bill to save Mich. wetlands program ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Thursday, August 27, 2009 Former Ionia MSP post commander Lincoln “Linc” Dygert and his wife, Dorothy, chat with Col. Pete Munoz, director of the MSP, and current Ionia MSP post commander Patrick Richard. Sentinel-Standard/HOLLY SETTER Former MSP commander Dygert celebrating 90th birthday, 40 years retirement Aug 28, 2009
At the time, Tank was running with a gang, stealing hood ornaments and Dygert explained the consequences of that behavior. He said he never got into anymore trouble, Dygert said. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Enamored by ornaments of Christmas past Aug 27, 2009
Sizable arrays of antique Dresdens, vintage fake fruit and beaded Czech ornaments graced antique feather trees ... "You're trying to recapture the best part of previous Christmases," said Tim Bunce of Ojai (Ventura County), who became enamored of Italian glass ornaments at age 5 ... Trappings include fir trees decorated with exquisite handmade ornaments, images of an ancient figure of St. Nicholas, and wonder-struck children in long nightgowns. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Holiday Gifts for College Students ... Aug 19, 2009
Try board games, ornaments, posters, coffee or tea, or music gift certificates ... Christmas Tree Ornaments ... Christmas tree ornaments made terrific gifts for two reasons: first, they can be purchased cheaply,and second, the ornaments can be kept for years and will remind students of the gift giver ever Christmas. (Suite101.com)
Homer Simpson to lead Chicken Dance at Oktoberfest Aug 18, 2009
Homer, the patriarch of the family, is a cultural icon, having graced everything from Christmas ornaments to postage stamps. Oktoberfest-Zinzinnati showcases the rich German heritage the Queen City. (FOX19.com, OH)
Gifts for Dog Lovers Aug 18, 2009
T-shirts, hats, towels, mugs, glasses, pins, necklaces, cuff links, plaques, mouse pads, Christmas ornaments, and even socks are some of the options. There are garden flags, decals, cookie jars, videos, CDs, DVDs and much more. (Suite101.com)
Knox County Fair Open Class Results 2009 Aug 9, 2009
Published: Saturday, August 8, 2009 6:47 PM EDT Antiques. Grand Champion Donna Kramer. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Sales Tax Holiday Aug 8, 2009
Thieves know which homes to look for because of religious ornaments hanging in the window ... Thieves know which homes to look for because of religious ornaments hanging in the window. (W-USA News, DC)
NIACC's OK House closes after 40 years Aug 7, 2009
That resulted in a Christmas ornament drive when the students learned many flood victims lost their ornaments because they were stored in their basements. Students had another ornament drive in 2005 for victims of Hurricane Katrina. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Ahanta Traditional Council bans Kundum in honour of slain king Aug 7, 2009
He reiterated the traditional council's determination to work with relevant institutions to press for compensation in the form of schools, roads, water and other development projects and also the return of gold, gold ornaments and valuable artefacts looted by the invading Dutch force. A delegation comprising government and the Ahanta Traditional Council took delivery of the head of the king, at a ceremony at The Hague on July 23 2009. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Historic & Memorable Ghanafest 2009 Aug 3, 2009
The Chiefs and queens adorn in Gold nuggets and ornaments were beautiful to watch as they perform their procession with grace, majesty and dignity to traditional drumming and or music. The Fante Benevolent Society stole the show this year when the group presented acrobatic dancers in colorful clothing and regalia, with hooded masks to match. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Greensense: Recycle this newspaper Aug 3, 2009
Newspaper is also great for packing away fragile seasonal things like Christmas tree ornaments. Rainy days: Stuff newspaper into wet shoes to help them dry more quickly. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Ahantaman prepares to receive head of slain King. Jul 31, 2009
He said the invading Dutch force that was assisted by a contingent from Nigeria looted gold and gold ornaments including the King's sword and war dress that was plaited with gold parchments. He said the traditional council, through the government and other relevant institutions, would press for the return of those items and compensation in the form of schools, roads and other social projects for the people. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
A Cup of Tea takes its Hawaii guests back in time Jul 29, 2009
Approximately 80 percent of the items in her boutique will be swapped out come Oct. 1 to make way for Christmas items, such as ornaments and other items not typically found in Hawaii. Christmas is one of Pahed s favorite holidays some people call her the Christmas Lady because of her extensive decorations at her Windward Oahu home. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Artificial Plant Alternatives Jul 28, 2009
For a flourish that is both retro and elegant, mix pine cones with glass ornaments in a metal bowl. Spring returns the color green to the outdoors. (Suite101.com)
Autumn Grooms: Legacy continues at Child Center Cemetery Jul 25, 2009
She d brought a few festive holiday decorations and was anxiously waiting for Sparta Boys Club members who were supplying handmade ornaments. I just wanted the kids (buried in the cemetery) to have a Christmas tree at Christmas, and they responded, she said when we first met on that chilly December day nearly five years ago. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More and more turn to yard sales Jul 25, 2009
They estimate they have raised about $700 selling everything from a washer-dryer set to plates, holiday ornaments and household tools. "It's going very well," Thatcher said. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Kentuck Days a-comin Jul 23, 2009
Otto said over 100 vendor spaces have been reserved for art, craft and food booth that will feature a wide range of handcrafted artisanal works including wooden toys, furniture, carvings, wildlife art, oil acrylics, and water paintings, silk floral designs, scented candles, etched mugs, clocks, baskets, ethnic needlepoint, photography, quilting, honey products (from area owned bee hives), hand made jewelry, lawn ornaments, and more. For event chair Bruce Walentowski, Kentuck Day is a community... (Forest Republican, WI)
Mile Branch Honorees Jul 23, 2009
Claire was chairman of the Christmas ornaments and later moved on to the Bankston Store where she has been chairman since 1996. She manages to bake at least 36 breads, including her famous strawberry bread, just before the fair. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Community Calendar Jul 23, 2009
The festival will have several juried arts and craft booths including paintings, jewelry, yard ornaments, vases and more. Save the date: National Night Out Aug. 4. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Muddy buddies: Potters open new studio in Eau Gallie Jul 22, 2009
In the workroom, Kathie Frank glazes Christmas ornaments, Whitehouse throws pots on one of the wheels, Newman makes a tray impressed with leaves, and Kuhl decorates a little plate with a whimsical, pale green face and numbered circles. "I don't know what it means yet," Kuhl says. (Florida Today)
