Don't Hesitate to Innovate Nov 5, 2008
She set up her art supplies in a cube, and that was like her 'office. " Technology has helped Poddar spend more time with family without missing much at work. "If there's something to be done on a weekend to meet a deadline, then I don't have to come in, or I can leave at some reasonable hour and still check my e-mails at 9:30 or 10 o'clock at night when the children are winding down. (Entrepreneur)
Green Art Supplies for Kids Nov 3, 2008
Art supplies should be an integral part of growing up ... Natural art supplies that are safe for little hands and safe for the planet are easy to find online and make great birthday or holiday gifts ... What to Look For in Green Art Supplies. (Suite101.com)
Snack drive planned for Boys & Girls Club Oct 31, 2008
Cash is always welcome, but the club also can use snacks, art supplies, garbage bags, toilet paper, dish soap, games, paper and similar items. The club has a base membership of 642 children. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
The French connection Oct 31, 2008
High school students from France rummaged through art supplies alongside Masconomet students last Monday while painting small pumpkins at the regional school. The French exchange students may not fully understand the spirit of Halloween, as it is celebrated minimally in France. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Season’s greetings from death row Oct 31, 2008
Friday October 31, 2008. Season s greetings from death row by Ben Hogwood, Assistant Editor10/30/2008. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Study: Republicans Are Neater Than Democrats Oct 30, 2008
Liberal bedrooms had more art supplies, cultural memorabilia, and maps of other countries. These same traits carried over to the work life. (Slate)
Smart Solutions for Better Study Habits at Home Oct 26, 2008
Also make sure the room has all of the essentials they'll need to get work done like paper, pencils, books, art supplies and other study necessities. A drawer in the desk or bookshelf is an ideal place to keep these tools. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Head of the Class, Oct. 23 edition Oct 25, 2008
Additional items we are looking for would be school supplies to help your child learn, pencils, rulers, art supplies extra. If you have ANY items you would like to donate, contact Anne Sarno-Mcilwrath at billanne@hotmail. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
McKinney: Glow In The Dark Festival coming Oct. 29 Oct 25, 2008
I ve discovered balls and hair ribbons, play dough and art supplies that come to light under the black light. The glow in the dark punch is the most impressive. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
7 hidden risks for lead exposure Oct 24, 2008
Ceramic dishes, art supplies and gardens may contain dangerous doses ... But getting a dangerous dose is more common today than you realize thanks to sources you'd never expect, such as ceramic dishes, art supplies, and even vegetables grown in city gardens ... Art suppliesSome oil and acrylic paints contain lead to give colors luster and brightness, says Pokras: It's common in oranges, reds, blues, and greens. (MSNBC -- Health)
Thanksgiving Crafts and Turkey Proj... Oct 24, 2008
Today's thanksgiving crafts use a wide variety of materials, including craft-store feathers, recycled containers and many more readily available modern art supplies. Turkey Projects. (Suite101.com)
Soccer Players Savor Children's Hospital Visits Oct 24, 2008
Inside are video games, toys, and art supplies. Free play mixes with structured activities. (Pac-10.org)
'What's your bag?' Westporters asked Oct 24, 2008
Entries may be dropped off at any time at either Max's Art Supplies at 68 Post Road East or Patagonia at 87 Post Road East in downtown Westport. Contestants must complete an entry form available at the store to accompany their submission. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Town Matters--coming up Oct 23, 2008
What to bring: oil paint, stains, solvents, gasoline, transmission fluid, insecticides, pesticides, feritlizers, photography chemiclas, art supplies, pool chemicals, cleaners, floor and metal polish. What not to bring: latex paint, electronics, trash, yard waste, ammunition, car batteries, car tires, and medicine. (Danvers Herald, MA)
YESTERDAYS: Octogenarians enjoy first car ride Oct 22, 2008
A new gift shop in Hingham, The Treasure Shoppe, opened today at 27-29 Station Street, featuring gifts, lamps, cards, imports and art supplies. Mr. Herman Stuetzer, Jr. of South Lane is among the 1,500 certified public accountants and guests attending the 71st annual meeting of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants this week at the Sheraton-Cadillac Hotel in Detroit. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Memories from the Museum: C.H. Snow, Arts Association founding member Oct 21, 2008
They sold art supplies and hand-colored prints and postcards that they produced themselves. Snow worked as a printmaker and produced a large number of marine etchings. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Tri-State Area residents find that devastation remains from Katrina Oct 21, 2008
Larry Snyder's 88 year old mother and filled with crayons, pencils, paper, rulers, pens, and art supplies donated by our churches. In the past, schools in this area have been rated as some of the worst in the country. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Huntley Project school updateOct. 17 Oct 18, 2008
A graduate of Shepherd High School, Huntley Project s biggest rival in athletics, brought in boxes of art supplies. A check from a member of the class of 1945 arrived in the mail. (Missoulian, MT)
Just One Thing: Green Your Halloween Oct 17, 2008
Classrooms don't always have proper ventilation and a number of art supplies have high levels of VOCs (or volatile organic compounds) that irritate respiratory tracts and cause headaches. Look on the package for the AP label, which means the product contains no ingredients found hazardous by a toxicologist. (ABC News)
Political Science: What Being Neat or Messy Says about Political Leanings Oct 14, 2008
According to a controversial new study, set to be published in The Journal of Political Psychology, the bedrooms and offices of , tend to be colorful and awash in books about travel, ethnicity, feminism and music, along with music CDs covering folk, classic and modern rock, as well as art supplies, movie tickets and travel memorabilia. Conservatives, on the other hand, tend to surround themselves with calendars, postage stamps, laundry baskets, irons and sewing materials in their personal... (Scientific American)
Pooh characters adorn vacant house in Flint Oct 14, 2008
Hoping to beautify the neighborhood, he used donations and grant money to supply Pringle and other volunteers with art supplies. City officials gave their blessing to the project. (AZCentral -- News)
Hazardous waste drop off planned Oct 13, 2008
We will accept: fertilizers, pesticides, pool chemicals, art supplies, photography chemicals, antifreeze, household cleaners, gasoline, drain cleaner, oil based paints and stains. Loading commenting interface. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Ames schools fulfill supply fee ruling Oct 11, 2008
For example, according to Iowa Attorney General opinions of the past, "a district may not charge a fee for art supplies for art class and chemicals for science class because these are items essential to the instruction of those classes.". "On the other hand," the ruling continues, "if a student voluntarily desired to upgrade his materials in a project in a woodworking course (for example, from pine to cherry wood), the student would have to pay for the upgrade. The district must provide the... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
'Harry Potter' Gets Love From Robert Pattinson, Lupe Fiasco, Keira Knightley And More Celeb Fans Sep 24, 2008
Autumn Reeser ("American Mall"): "I had a 'Harry Potter' lunchbox I kept art supplies in it. The kids who I went to elementary school with would say I'm a Hermione. I was a little bit of a know-it-all. I just liked school, which isn't always cool. I discovered that in junior high. But I think 'Harry Potter' reminds me of my childhood, of that fantastical time childhood is. I would have liked to go to Hogwarts. I would have had wizard parties. There is actually a whole book on how to throw wizard... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Young inmates find selves in art Sep 24, 2008
UNF often helps by providing art supplies and technology. Every week, about a dozen inmates, ages 13 to 18, meet for the voluntary art classes. (Florida Times-Union)
Backpack (Sept. 18) Sep 18, 2008
This includes, but is not limited to, reference materials, audiovisual equipment, art supplies and computer software. To join the free program, parents just need to call 1-877-X-CREDIT. This is both for new and established customers with a qualifying long-distance calling plan. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Lead Lurks In Unexpected Places Sep 17, 2008
Prevention Magazine Exposes Hidden Household Lead And Provides Tips On How to Protect Your Family. Explore health issues including AIDS, cancer and antibiotics. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Teachers and Students Getting Short Changed Sep 16, 2008
elementary teacher wrote on Sep 12, 2008 11:11 AM:" No personnel to check in the supplies means no supplies for teachers. These supplies are needed to create literacy centers to use with the new reading series.Do you (IPSB) always do things half --s. You guys spent a lot of money on the new reading series and now you will not deliver the supplies to the teachers. Other supplies that are not being delivered such as math manipulatives, science supplies, art supplies, and reward items are also... (New Iberia, LA)
Michaels opens new Alamo Ranch shopping center store Sep 11, 2008
Michaels sells arts, apparel arts, bakeware, beading/jewelry making, art supplies, floral, framing, general craft, items for home decor, scrapbooking as well as yarn and needle crafts. The new store opening in San Antonio represents a new look and expanded inventory for the company. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
The adventure is in the backpack Sep 9, 2008
I like to be ready for anything, and I find nature very inspiring, creatively speaking, so I have a few more art supplies in mine. Once you tap into all the amazing textures, patterns and colors that are out there, you, too, will start documenting, collecting and creating. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Montgomery County Reviews School Fees Sep 4, 2008
It includes fees that schools could charge for such items as workbooks, lab materials, computer discs, art supplies and band uniforms. Edwards argues that without the fees, the school system could not afford to offer a lot of courses and would have to scale back options for students. (W-USA News, DC)
Schoultz weighs in on globalization in new show Sep 3, 2008
My brother and I always had art supplies growing up. Comic books and graffiti art were also early influences. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Wine Auction hijinks Sep 2, 2008
"These monies become part of our operating budget, allowing us to keep the doors open to our eight Mentor Centers, as well as keeping those centers stocked with art supplies, computers and software, sports equipment, games, books, academic learning tools and anything else we can think of that helps mentors build a good relationship with the child they are matched with," said Kathy Witkowicki, executive director of the Stand By Me Mentoring Alliance, which pairs more than 400 Valley students in... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Senior Notes Aug 27, 2008
All art supplies and instruction are provided. DAY DATE TIME. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Montgomery County Schools Start, Following Fee Fight Aug 26, 2008
Stay on top of breaking news. Sign up for ABC 7 News e-mail alerts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
The Struggles Of Forgotten Youth Aug 23, 2008
Saturday August 23, 2008. By taking part in role-playing workshops and character-building activities, young people, who might otherwise be caught up in the juvenile justice system, get an opportunity to have their voices heard. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Costa: I fear students bearing back-to-school gifts Aug 20, 2008
Today, kids need to bring crayons, pencils, pens, paper, art supplies, rulers, protractors and miscellaneous supplies like glue. One school system requires its middle school students to have their own flash memory drives so they can transport homework assignments and other information directly to their personal computers. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Unavoidable costs Aug 18, 2008
Students are required to pay for consumable goods, such as workbooks and art supplies, they use up throughout the year, said district spokeswoman Linda Gann. And the checkbook doesn t close after registration. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Guest commentary: What we did on our summer vacation Aug 18, 2008
Thanks to the donations of friends and Cambridge school librarians, we were able to send a box of games, books, pictures, posters and art supplies. When we stepped into the classrooms, it was instantly clear that almost everything we d sent was already being used. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Novices draw on Yosemite to inspire their inner artists Aug 18, 2008
The teachers submit their class topics to Allen and she gets the art supplies that students can purchase once they arrive at the park. While about 2,500 people end up taking the classes, Allen wishes there were more. (Modesto Bee, CA)
... Art teachers given $1,000 in supplies ... Officers taught ways to detect drunk drivers ... Olmstead ordered to remove business sign ... Derrick is proud to be new postmaster ... Countywide yard sale coming soon ... County offices start four-day week ... Dear Editor: Heber vacation a joy ... Greers Ferry Lake Bank purchase is finalized ... Water discoloration is safe ... The Short Side: Information is leaking out of my head ... Donetta Sterling: Give up now before you actually do something ... Two gambling houses busted Monday ... Anhydrous ammonia bottle stolen, reward being offered ... Drunk mother and daughter fight it out ... Motorists are reminded to watch out for children ... Schneider deployed to Iraq ... ';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('')}}Saturday, August 16, 2008 Betty Yerger (left), art teacher at Pangburn Elementary, tells Paul Leopoulos (center), executive director and co-founder of the THEA Foundation, and Mark Raines, communications manager for Chesapeake Energy, how appreciative she is to receive the cart of art supplies for her students. "This is a great gift and will be used to further the education of our students," she said. (Sun-Times photo/Louis Short) Art teachers given $1,000 in supplies Aug 16, 2008
Betty Yerger (left), art teacher at Pangburn Elementary, tells Paul Leopoulos (center), executive director and co-founder of the THEA Foundation, and Mark Raines, communications manager for Chesapeake Energy, how appreciative she is to receive the cart of art supplies for her students ... HEBER SPRINGS- A 20-foot truck carrying art supplies pulled into Heber Springs Wednesday afternoon to distribute the materials to elementary schools throughout Cleburne County ... "Art education is critical to... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Quotes for Teaching Gratefulness Aug 15, 2008
Having a shoebox of art supplies designated for making thank-you cards can help artistic or crafty children embrace the idea of frequent displays of gratitude. Print several quotes about gratitude from your home printer. (Suite101.com)
Toothbrush Painting for Toddlers Aug 14, 2008
Toddlers do not need expensive art supplies to express their creativity. The simplest household items can be used to create a fun and unique art experience that toddlers will love. (Suite101.com)
Local reaches out while abroad to help ill baby Aug 12, 2008
Most of the time, he requests items like kites or art supplies for children, Whitney said. But when he asked what they could do for Rafal, the committee decided to use its annual ice cream benefit to help the child, she said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Kids Are Picking Up On Eco-Friendly Lifestyle Aug 11, 2008
Hunter, 8, instead put them all in a bag and took it home with him to recycle and use as art supplies. When he walked up to his house, his mother opened the door and saw him beaming. (FOX61, CT)
Howto save during back-to-school season Aug 8, 2008
The following tips can help you avoid spending too much on the clothes, shoes, backpacks, notebooks, paper, pencils, pens, protractors and art supplies your children will need not to mention the high-tech gear you might get tapped to provide. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
What's your home office like? Aug 6, 2008
My home office is 300 square feet with a huge oriental rug chairs, shelves with books and art supplies I tuck into boxes to keep them organized and hidden so the room won t look junkie. I have a printer, fax, scanner and every thing I need and it is always nice and cool. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
District prepares for new school year Aug 1, 2008
25 supply fee that coves all art supplies. 1 bottle of hand sanitizer. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Artist's Katrina-inspired work disappears from city streets Aug 1, 2008
Much of his work will be on display, and for sale, at an upcoming art show, with the proceeds going to buy art supplies for New Orleans schoolchildren. It was about making a difference in one person's life, said Dingler. (Yahoo News -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes)
Statewide tax-free holiday starts Friday Aug 1, 2008
Shoppers can save almost 10 percent on tax-free clothing, school and art supplies and computer purchases ... During the tax-free weekend, shoppers can purchase select clothing with a price of $100 or less per item, school and art supplies with a price of $100 or less per item, and computers with a price of $1,500 or less without paying Tennessee's state and local sales tax. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Are you using the tax-free holiday for back-to-school shopping? Aug 1, 2008
(None of our teachers want the Rose Art supplies but they are a heck of a lot cheaper than the Crayola. I did go off the list for glue - the 8 oz bottle was more than seven times the price of just buying two 4 oz. bottles. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Sales Tax Holiday set for this weekend Jul 31, 2008
Consumers can purchase select items of clothing and school and art supplies priced at less than $100 per item ... Art Supplies clay and glazes, acrylic, tempera and oil paints, paintbrushes for artwork, sketch and drawing pads and watercolors. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Trader Joe's opens for business August 11; new leases signed Jul 31, 2008
Additionally, the center has signed several new leases including Lakeshore Learning, a 7,352 square foot chain store outlet with educational books and art supplies, plus toys and games for children ages one to twelve. Also, Liberty Travel has signed a lease for a 1,210 square foot full-service domestic and international travel agency for personal and corporate travel and destination planning. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
What's Happening Jul 31, 2008
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
It Takes An East Village Jul 31, 2008
"We're gonna have balloons and cupcakes and art supplies, and we're gonna hang the kids' artwork on the metal fences around the park," he says cheerfully. PAGE 1 > SHARE BOX Show your support. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Stores look forward to school supply sales Jul 30, 2008
School supplies exempt from the list include binders, notebook paper, art supplies and other classroom needs with a sales price of 50 or less, per item. Books with a sales price of 30 or less are also exempt, as are computers, software and computer supplies with a single purchase sales price of 750 or less. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Writer's Workshop for Elementary Ki... Jul 28, 2008
They use the classroom art supplies to prepare their work to be shared. The teacher assists them in publishing their work. (Suite101.com)
Tax-free weekend awaits area shoppers Jul 28, 2008
Items that will be tax free include all human wearing apparel suitable for general use, computers, computer software, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials and books. Clothing must cost $100 or less per article. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Sales Tax Break Should Benefit Area Jul 25, 2008
The only items that are tax-free during the three-day "holiday" include clothing and shoes costing less than $100; personal computers of less than $3,500; computer software of less than $350; and school supplies of less than $50 per purchase, including textbooks, book bags, notebooks, paper, writing instruments, calculators, art supplies, maps and globes. The law also spells out items that aren't tax exempt, including watches, jewelry, umbrellas, ties, belt buckles, radios, CD players, sporting... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Residents favor plastic bag ban Jul 25, 2008
Retailers from Max's Art Supplies and Westport Hardware were present ... Retailer Shirley Mellor of Max's Art Supplies expressed her concern about how to best protect her largest retail products from inclement weather without the use of heavy gauge bags, and was told that heavier gauge plastic is exempt since the proposed ban is an attempt to outlaw flimsy lightweight single use plastic bags which often end up floating in the local waterways. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Art camp begins Monday for Cherokee students Jul 24, 2008
For the $25 fee, students will receive a week of instruction on the basics of drawing and painting and all their art supplies. We have talented kids out here who are falling through the cracks, Koontz said. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Fredericktown to participate in Sales Tax Holiday Jul 24, 2008
School supplies - any item normally used by students in a standard classroom for educational purposes, including but not limited to, textbooks, notebooks, paper, writing instruments, crayons, art supplies, rulers, book bags, backpacks, handheld calculators, chalk, maps, and globes. The term shall not include watches, radios, CD players, headphones, sporting equipment, portable or desktop telephones, copiers or other office equipment, furniture, or fixtures. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Grant ensures hot fun in the summertime Jul 24, 2008
We got new art supplies and I started playing chess. Scoglio, who is entering 4th grade at Ayers, had participated in a chess tournament earlier in the day and continued to play the game while talking about his summer. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
National Night Out coming up Jul 23, 2008
One teacher will be receiving $500 in gift certificates to buy art supplies and books for her classes. Salute to the Neighborhoods is scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 4, at Venezia Restaurant, 20 Ericsson St., Neponset Circle, Dorchester. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Former BYU-I student pleads guilty to grand theft charge Jul 23, 2008
Rexburg police said that during the investigation on the case they recovered items including a violin, an acoustic-electric guitar, music books, art supplies, clothing, shoes and sports equipment. Police say Womack initially became a suspect when she turned up at Chesbro's Music in Idaho Falls with a guitar that had been reported stolen from Chesbro's Music in Rexburg the day before. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
