Put history to the celebration Nov 14, 2008
Maybe you spent time in art class drawing pictures of Pilgrim men with silver-buckled hats, women with white aprons, and Indian guests with feathers in their hair. What would you say if you found out that might all be wrong. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
The Bargain Hunter's guide to holiday shopping Nov 13, 2008
50; aprons $9 to $15; market/tote bags $15 to $30; tablecloths $30 to $66. Details: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 21; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 22. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Martucci & McFly's Thanksgiving Kitchen Crew Nov 12, 2008
Kim and Tommy will be giving out commemorative Tee shirts and/or aprons for you to keep. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
Bali killers finally 'with the Almighty' Nov 9, 2008
They wore aprons marked with an X to help a firing squad send bullets through their hearts. For the families and friends of the 88 Australians killed on October 12, 2002 there may be some comfort in knowing the hatred and vitriol that spewed from the bombers' mouths during their trials has ended. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Jakartans cook up old traditional recipes Nov 9, 2008
Forty-five people, wearing aprons and chef hats, lined up behind a table, busily cooking spices into various traditional local dishes. They were participating in the Old Recipe Cooking Festival at the 2008 Old Town Tourism Attraction, which kicked off Saturday and will end Sunday. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
A Changed America: Sport helped level the playing field (Today) Nov 9, 2008
At the last moment, the line was extended by a half-dozen or so clubhouse and kitchen attendants -- nearly all of them black -- carrying their jackets and aprons. As Woods' tee shot receded in the distance, everyone exhaled and began cheering as Woods were one of their own. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Stone veneer is fine detail Nov 8, 2008
And stone veneers sometime show up around the bottom of stucco homes as decorative "aprons" that come 3 feet or so up from the ground. Like your wardrobe, the outside of your home might look fresh and new if you simply update the accessories. (AZCentral -- Home)
Making good men better Nov 7, 2008
Lodge members wear black coats, feathered hats and aprons adorned with symbols that stand for their beliefs and show their rank. They carry swords. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
More of this story Nov 7, 2008
The men of August, from Dunns Corners Market, had shoes and white socks to complement their aprons and giant grinders. Among them was Charlie McNeill, who at 80 is probably the oldest model in the calendar. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Meals Fit For MEN To Make! Nov 6, 2008
So guys -- get those aprons on, dispense with stereotypes, and head for the kitchen. RECIPES. (CBS News -- Early Show)
ELLEN SUSSMAN | PHOTOQuilting queensFrom left: Marie McDuffee, Dana Mach and Kayleen Stedman display wall art, handmade aprons and quilts for their upcoming sale. Members of Desert Hills Lutheran Church’s Sewing Bee group will hold a fall quilt, craft, bake and book sale, Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’ll find colorful and expertly crafted quilts in several sizes, table runners, apparel and jewelry plus holiday decor, gourds, used books, baked goodies and fair trade coffee. Come early for the best selection.\0\0 Nov 5, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 4, 2008 9:28 PM MST From left: Marie McDuffee, Dana Mach and Kayleen Stedman display wall art, handmade aprons and quilts for their upcoming sale. Members of Desert Hills Lutheran Church s Sewing Bee group will hold a fall quilt, craft, bake and book sale, Saturday, Nov. 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. You ll find colorful and expertly crafted quilts in several sizes, table runners, apparel and jewelry plus holiday decor, gourds, used books, baked goodies and fair trade... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Silver Slammers clinch Fall Classic series with 7-1 win Oct 31, 2008
The losers have to strap on aprons, serve the winners, and then sit down to chow on a plate of beans. The side bet added some fun and maybe even a little intensity to the contest, but mainly neither team wanted to lose. (Golobos.com)
Henry Swanson, 93, made his market in Beverly an institution Oct 30, 2008
Henry Swanson was so determined to make his market on Cabot Street in North Beverly a special place that, at one point, his bag boys wore white, long-sleeved shirts, black bow ties, and white aprons. The owners' management style, the market's produce, homemade food, homey ambience, and dedicated staff did the rest for 67 years. (Boston Globe)
Keynotes for Oct. 30 Oct 30, 2008
SEE SILVER THREADS - Members of the Silver Threads, who quilt weekly at the Hudson Senior Center, will have quilts, aprons, bags and table runners for sale at their Quilt Gallery, Saturday, Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Proceeds will benefit the Senior Center renovation fund. (Hudson Sun, MA)
All are invited to the Church Fall Fair Oct 28, 2008
Some of the items are needlework, hand painted wooded items, scarves, fleece items, grocery sacks, jewelry, holiday decorations, aprons, origami, baby gifts and much more. In addition to members handcrafts, there will be local crafters and artisans selling their beautiful handcrafts such as felted wool goods, computerized note cards, knit goods, jewelry, painted items and homemade jams. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
FRENCH 'STEAK' OUT GOTHAM Oct 28, 2008
"Down to the tablecloths, floors and murals, and black uniforms and white aprons, very French, worn by the waitresses.". A meal will cost about 25 without dessert or drinks and Elghanayan expects an average tab of around 38 a head before tip and tax. (New York Post -- Business)
Crafty cooks spice up life with holiday craft fair Oct 25, 2008
These ladies, wearing aprons made by Erlene, have each shared recipes that are family favorites and ones that can be made ahead for a busy mom or ones that can be made and shared with a friend ... She has made the aprons these 3 friends are wearing in the picture. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
INDUSTRY WOES: Casual dining chains struggle, hunger for change Oct 23, 2008
Ruby Tuesday's staff no longer wears casual shirts and jeans but long, black aprons. "It's more professional looking," says Beall. (USA Today -- Money)
• Market's season finale celebrates harvest Oct 22, 2008
It's a morning to tour the museum; eat free soup; shop for locally produced winter storage vegetables, quilts, aprons and comfort foods; and pre-order locally raised, free-range turkeys for the holidays. Downtown Twin Falls kitchen store holds fall beer tasting. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
The green grades Oct 20, 2008
The children, wearing green aprons and divided into groups with names like "Green Dragonflies," were preparing dozens of planters that would be installed later as a "green roof" atop the Edible Schoolyard's outdoor classroom. Ciuffo measured a plastic beaker full of sand and dumped it in the bin. (Nola.com -- Sports)
S.S. Peter and Paul Catholic bazaar set for Oct. 26 Oct 18, 2008
The items include a large brown quilt, several flannel lap quilts, fancy pillow cases, embroidered tea towels, aprons, a wide variety of tote bags, tree apron, round 60-inch table cloths, baby quilts, youth and adult handmade caps, small girl dress and boys outfit, and sleepers. ADVERTISEMENT. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Developer shares insight on resurrecting apartment project Oct 17, 2008
The TIF agreement states 130,000 is assigned for demolition and site clearing, city sidewalks, street lights rewiring and refurbishing, overlay of 32nd Street, replacement of curb and gutter and installation of aprons. About 110,000 is for the storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water service. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Apartment project gets new life Oct 16, 2008
Demolition and site clearing costs were estimated at 50,000 and includes removing existing infrastructure such as roadways, aprons, pad sites, curbing, gutters, sidewalks, substrates, light fixtures and underground utilities, man holes, replacement and compaction of excavated fill material and removal, separation and hauling of existing storage building and slab. The costs relating to storm sewer and sanitary sewer and water service were estimated at 110,000, while sidewalks were estimated at... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Fear factor: Economic frights don't kill Halloween plans Oct 15, 2008
" "It's just a great opportunity for them to help understand the process of budgeting," he said. He recommends that parents sit with their children and discuss how much the family can spend for costumes, candy and decorations and the importance of sticking to the budget. "We're trying to take these kinds of milestones and shine a spotlight on the wise management of money," he said. The Pittsburgh survey results also found: Men estimate they will spend more than women on candy and decorations.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Senior musicians play a gig at Southbridge Mall Oct 15, 2008
Dressed in cowboy hats and kerchiefs, white aprons and sheriff s badges, men and women ages 82 and up played tunes such as Jambalaya, On the Road Again and their theme song, Beer Barrel Polka, tapping their feet all the while. Bells, maracas, tambourine and hand drum rounded out the ensemble. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Story: Soup kitchen Oct 14, 2008
On the other side of these windows are cheery volunteers in colorful aprons and latex gloves, first names posted on their chests. They hand out fresh sandwiches. (Anchorage Daily News)
Times are tougher Oct 13, 2008
The restaurant makes the most of its name, with a profusion of American flags, aprons bearing the presidential seal and portraits of chief executives running down one wall almost all of them from Woodrow Wilson to Bill Clinton. There was one conspicuous absence: Herbert Hoover, who occupied the real White House when Wall Street laid a three-egg omelet in 1929. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Green Tree students cook up heroic meals Oct 7, 2008
It s almost lunch time and Travis Whitfield and Joseph Opont are in aprons and plastic gloves, prepping food for the. Whitfield is wearing a T-shirt, a proud memento from his recent Young Heroes award reception, where he and Opont were recognized for creating a soup business to raise money for meals for a local homeless shelter. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Suzy Menkes: Miu Miu's apron for a new age Oct 7, 2008
Miu Miu: An apron for a new age - International Herald Tribune. Miu Miu (Chris Moore/Karl Prouse). (International Herald Tribune)
Students learn to become healthy eaters Oct 6, 2008
After the children put on their mini navy blue Albertsons aprons to match store employees, the tour began in the cereal aisle. "Do you know why we're going to start there?" Hittle said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
HOLIDAY BAZAARS Oct 3, 2008
Shop for international Fair Trade crafts, Indonesia batiks and crafts, local crafts, jewelry, ornaments, holiday decorations and cards, kids aprons/socks, books, lefse, krumkake, rosettes and jams and jellies ... Look for quilted items, table linens, heart potholders, aprons, bags, pillow cases, adorable little girls' dresses, jelly and Debbie's famous jalapeno jelly. (Anchorage Daily News)
World's best bar crawls Oct 3, 2008
Drink a toast to that survivor mentality before heading a few doors down Gouraud Street to Dragonfly, an Art Deco hole-in-the-wall where barmen in aprons and shirtsleeves mix a mean caipirinha. Next, follow the neon-red sign to Bar Louie, a grottolike space where the live jazz music will help you tap into the vibe of the raucous old Beirut. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Business Travel: : Beer, oysters and craic Oct 3, 2008
They wear aprons and some have gloves to protect their hands. The atmosphere is more like a football match than a food festival, with the crowd screaming outthe names of competitors and barracking for their country. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Oracle shines in spending slowdown shadow Sep 21, 2008
CEO Frank Blake thinks an army of orange aprons will save the day. The billionaire investor plays the financial crisis to his advantage with a deal to buy Constellation Energy. (CNNMoney.com)
Vet lab on cutting edge of research Sep 20, 2008
First, the 300-pound carcass went to the necropsy room a large warehouse-like space where staff in protective aprons stand behind large metal tables familiar to CSI fans. Inside, pulleys dangle from the ceiling to lift heavy animals. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
At chocolate factory site in Moscow, a new kind of luxury box Sep 16, 2008
In winter, when the factory was working, its chimney sent white puffs of steam drifting over the frozen river, and from the opposite bank workers in white kerchiefs and aprons could be seen scurrying in and out. No more. (International Herald Tribune)
Few safeguards for Mexican produce heading to U.S. Sep 15, 2008
Workers wear hair nets, gloves and aprons, and signs require them to wash their hands after going to the bathroom. Don't miss this on msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
Forum sells 'Obama Waffles' with racial stereotype... Sep 14, 2008
Wearing white chef's aprons, Whitlock and DeMoss were doing a brisk business at noon Saturday selling the waffle mix to people crowded around their booth. Two pyramids of waffle mix boxes stood several feet high on the booth's table. (The Drudge Report)
Some Mexican Produce Sent to U.S. Grown in Unsanitary Conditions Sep 14, 2008
Workers wear hair nets, gloves and aprons, and signs require them to wash their hands after going to the bathroom. Alvarez sells its crop to a Canadian company that imports to the U.S. and Canada and has required his farm be certified by a U.S. private company. (Fox News -- Politics)
Born to runway Sep 13, 2008
I suppose it depends on your definition of "rocking it" -- but mine doesn't include pastel plaid gowns with puffy removable aprons, or pale turquoise dresses more suitable for a suburban teen prom than a runway. Worst of all is the clumpy pink and blue tutu, which bears a slight resemblance to the garment that got Blayne kicked off the show. (Salon)
Free recipe book for pupils starts real meal revolution Sep 12, 2008
The nation's 11-year-olds are to take up their wooden spoons, tie on their aprons and come to the rescue of the English dinner table, too often these days heralded by the ping of the microwave tackling the ready meal. Any household without an 11-year-old should borrow one immediately to benefit from recipes for roast chicken, lamb rogan josh, mushroom risotto and summer pudding. (guardian.co.uk)
I am Kitty hear me purr Sep 11, 2008
According to the airline's web site, not only are gigantic portraits of Kitty and her friends painted on the fuselage, but there are Hello Kitty boarding passes, Hello Kitty posters on the bulkheads, Hello Kitty antimacassars on the seat backs and Hello Kitty aprons on the flight attendants who serve Hello Kitty-themed meals. There are even Hello Kitty vomit bags. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
When fashion goes south Sep 9, 2008
Kramer, a big foodie, also signed several aprons, which will be donated to nonprofits around Boston for charity auctions. Names can be reached at or at 617-929-8253. (Boston Globe)
This day, old is new again Sep 8, 2008
In the kitchen, Nancy Taylor, of Skaneateles, demonstrated how to darn socks and reminisced about her grandmother's aprons ... how to darn socks and reminisced about her grandmother's aprons. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
All honor the hallowed ham Sep 7, 2008
Many people show up in traditional Tyrolean garb, wearing lederhosen, dirndls, and farmers' aprons. The big draw, of course, is the food tent, offering beer and wine and all the potato salad, cole slaw, noodles, dumplings, and fried apples that anyone could eat. (Boston Globe)
Artists host open studios Sep 5, 2008
Paula LaMont, acrylics, collages and watercolors, giclee prints, cards, aprons and cookbooks. Karen Miller, fiber arts Miller will demonstrate how to make greeting cards using fabric and paper scraps. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Keynotes for Sept. 4 Sep 4, 2008
That same day, from 10 a.m. to noon, the Quilt Gallery will have various homemade quilts, aprons, bags and table runners on sale. They are made by the Silver Threads, a group that meets weekly with instructor Karen Jacobs. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Fashion up in flames Sep 3, 2008
Davis Squared carries Jessie Steele chef aprons that are hot, hot, hot ($38) ... The edgy and fun shop in Davis Square also sells ladies' aprons and accessories, men's and babies' hats, baby clothes and books, and housewares. (Boston Globe)
It's about stripes Sep 2, 2008
Although the chefs did not earn their stripes as butchers, they love the versatility of the aprons. "The butcher's apron is so durable and it distinguishes the chefs from the waitstaff" said Samantha Kern, owner of Parc, "They look good and dress the usual uniform up.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Daytona team wins in race track's debut Sep 1, 2008
The biggest complaints re garded parts of the new asphalt breaking up, clouds of dust from dirt aprons just off the racing surface and limited passing points, but the headline Rolex GT Series put on a good show. A late caution flag set up a two-lap sprint to the finish won by the Daytona Prototype team of Mark Patterson and Os waldo Negri while the GT team of Andy Lally and Tim George Jr. finished first in their class and 14th overall. (NJ.com -- Times)
Charles City's Party in the Park finale set for Saturday Aug 29, 2008
Chuck Chips may be obtained from the Chuck Chip Table near the center of the park or from volunteers in red Chuck aprons stationed throughout the park during the events. Saturday s event will be last night to use 2008 Chuck Chips. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
California dreamin' Aug 28, 2008
"It's a little bit of a suburb, it's a little more reserved." So Higgins and employee Steve Zastawny just hung out in their underwear, aprons, and sandals, as curious customers shopped, shot pictures, and generally enjoyed the show. But a fellow female employee chose to keep her clothes on. (Boston Globe)
Cosmetics store exposes naked truth on packaging Aug 28, 2008
As part of a promotion of Lush's minimal packaging, eight employees sported nothing but shoes and aprons reading, "Ask me why I'm naked." Lush says one of its shampoo bars lasts as long as 24 ounces of liquid shampoo, eliminating up to three plastic bottles and requiring fewer deliveries. "I am very shy, but I believe so much in what we are saying, which is less packaging is better for the environment," said employee Janelle Kinney, 30. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
New Plaza to Help All “Remember the Ladies” Aug 28, 2008
Their clothes were taken from them, and they were given dresses and aprons made of coarse material and shoes with no left or right feet distinction. They slept on cots with filthy blankets and were fed contaminated food, which often had worms in it. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Coats of many colors Aug 28, 2008
Here are some paints and brushes, and here are some aprons, so you don t ruin your clothes, he says from his studio at the end of Hydro Drive. Then I told them, please paint whatever you want to do on this board, and they went to town. (Westerly Sun, RI)
A frosty salute Aug 27, 2008
Spoons, bowls, aprons, napkins, and scoopers were all delivered to the Klausner s door step. And of course, all the ice cream they could eat. (Bolton Common, MA)
A Swedish face for China's beloved sport Aug 24, 2008
On Thursday night at Waldner's Swedish restaurant, W Bar, Olympic table tennis played on two projection screens while staff members wearing kitchen aprons engaged in the real thing on a regulation table placed between the back wall and the bar. At nightfall, lights were dimmed and candles lit and the sound of table tennis pinged off the restaurant's walls. (International Herald Tribune)
Serving time - their just desserts Aug 23, 2008
Once in the outdoor exercise yards, the prisoners are dressed all Peter Rowland Catering in bow-ties, crisp white shirts and long aprons. They serve little plastic dishes of chestnut and honey ice-cream with sheep cheese from Pienza, and gelato made from melone and prosciutto. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Don't Fall for the "Redeem Team" Hokum Aug 23, 2008
Among them: Redeem Team hosiery; Redeem Team basketball shoes and Redeem Team basketball sneakers; Redeem Team aprons; Redeem Team undergarments; Redeem Team beach coverups, Redeem Team bathing suit coverups, and Redeem Team bathing suit wraps; Redeem Team bikinis and Redeem Team tankinis; Redeem Team "baby bibs not of paper"; and, of course, the Redeem Team "novelty headwear with attached wigs.". This has been the story all along with the so-called , which has vivisected the field in Beijing,... (Slate)
Charles City's Party in Park to feature movies, music Aug 21, 2008
Chuck Chips may be obtained from the Chuck Chip Table near the center of the park or from volunteers in red Chuck aprons stationed throughout the park during the events. The final 2008 Party in the Park event will be Saturday, Aug. 30. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Meal idea fails to whet appetites Aug 20, 2008
Aprons await shoppers who customize their ready-to-cook pickup orders, saving home preparation time and money at My Other Kitchen in Ballston Spa. (Philip Kamrass / Times Union). (Albany Times Union)
Grover launching farmers market Sunday Aug 16, 2008
Julie Andrews Scott, who is managing the market, said the vendors lined up so far will offer fresh fruits and vegetables, including strawberries and raspberries, as well as cut flowers, tropical plants, bamboo, eggs, jams, jellies and salsa and such craft items as aprons and planters. Visitors also will be able to buy kettlecorn, baked goods, crepes, barbecued tri-tip, sausages, pita bread, hummus, churros, tamales, taquitos, Kona coffee, fresh juices, beer and wine. (Santa Maria Times)
New attitudes Aug 13, 2008
Rows of women sit at sewing machines and craft tables making items for export to the West, from aprons and tablecloths to mobile phone covers and make-up bags. They are paid an average of about 800 yuan a month (about US$115, 57). (BBC News)
Lo & Ro Shun Paparazzi Aug 11, 2008
Our source said, "Lindsay and Sam sat down with friends and ordered dinner, when someone who looked like the chef or owner came up to them and asked if they would go to the kitchen. They were so nice, they went back and put on aprons and chefs' hats and everything. But when the owner asked them to pose for photos, they became furious." Lohan and Ronson "were so offended," our spy said, that they left the kitchen, their table and the restaurant before their food arrived. The couple must have... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Memory doesn't lie about the hotel work she loathed Aug 9, 2008
Housekeepers do not wear stiff white aprons or carry feather dusters. When I arrived for my encore last Wednesday morning, general manager David Ross handed me my uniform, a tan T-shirt emblazoned with the inn's logo of a stern Pilgrim. (Boston Globe)
