Community Calendar (5) Nov 30, 2008
Peruse the tables of goodies at the Annual Food Fair hosted by the United Methodist Church, where cakes, pies, brownies, candies, casseroles, breads, soups, jams, jellies, crafts, and cook books await your hands to take them home ... Lake Wales Elks Lodge presents "The Art of Giving", featuring arts, crafts, jewelry and specialty gifts to complete your Holiday shopping list on Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Lodge, 16905 Hwy. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Holiday happenings Nov 30, 2008
The Campbell County Rockpile Museum Association will have an open house with refreshments, entertainment, holiday crafts and hands-on activities for adults and children ... Now in its 33rd year, the crafts show is stepping up into the newly opened Wyoming Center ... - SPECIAL EVENTS: Several craftsmen will hold live demonstrations, including wood turning and silver stamping. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Red rover, red rover Nov 30, 2008
Kids go to the AVA Center on early release days to make a variety of crafts. There are 19 children enrolled in the early release program. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Santa tops festival Nov 30, 2008
Santas arrival brought with it the conclusion of the annual Festival of Lights, which sees vendors from across the state converge on downtown Lake City to sell arts, crafts and a variety of goods. Patty Kimler, vendor coordinator for the Festival of Lights, said there were more than 60 vendors at this years event, the most ever for the annual festival. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
How to Make Cat Trees, Beds, and Sc... Nov 30, 2008
Cat owners with a talent for building or crafts can make custom cat trees, scratch posts, and furniture for a fraction of the cost of commercially available products ... For those who find the idea of building a cat tree intimidating, there are less demanding cat furniture crafts. (Suite101.com)
Regulator basement's a new site for local vendors Nov 30, 2008
Durham -- Shopping local was the theme of the Local Crafts and Food Weekend at the Regulator Bookstore on Saturday. . (Herald Sun)
Margaret J. Glasgow Nov 30, 2008
She graduated from Seaman Rural High School; was active in her community, working with schools and on election boards; spent 50 years running her drapery, antiques, lamps, and crafts businesses; and belonged to many organizations. Advertisement. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
La Porte holiday tour features new, historic homes Nov 30, 2008
The Craft home was built in 1917 in Arts & Crafts style and is listed on the National Historic Registry. The original blueprints will be displayed during the tour. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Third-grader Hayley Page, left, enjoys some down... Nov 30, 2008
Taking place for more than two decades, the Mountain Christmas Boutique is the largest holiday arts and crafts show in the mountains. The show features several returning favorites as well as new crafters each year. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
• Local Christmas bazaar celebrates 25 years Nov 30, 2008
"I like doing crafts and there is always something you see that you want to do yourself," she said. The Christmas Country Bazaar helps LeeAnn Montgomery, who owns Primitive Woodwork, warm up for the craft show she started organizing in Buhl a few years ago. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Craft Show Defies Recession Blues Nov 30, 2008
It's called the Women's Festival of Crafts ... For almost twenty years, some of Vermont's leading arts and crafts people have held the two-day event at Burlington City Hall ... The Women's Festival of Crafts continues at Burlington City Hall on Sunday. (WCAX.com, VT)
Holiday craft projects can teach kids lessons Nov 30, 2008
"Even if your child is following step-by-step instructions for a project, doing crafts represents the essence of creativity." She adds that fine motor development, executive function skills like planning and follow-through, math and reading skills all get a workout when a child is let loose to make handmade gifts ... Below, a selection of tried-and-true crafts for children to try. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bottle Stoppers Nov 30, 2008
More children's crafts on Page F7. This article appeared on page F - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Children's Museum gets a visit from Santa Claus Nov 30, 2008
The public also could make holiday crafts with the help of staff and volunteers. The festivities drew Chris Bullis and his 2-year-old daughter Emma to the museum. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Heels for babies hit the UK Nov 30, 2008
Arts and Crafts/ Reading to children / Colouring. Swimming. (Bounty)
COLUMN: Making the tiniest eyes light up on Christmas morn Nov 30, 2008
Over the years, Winchester has been fortunate to have one of the best resources for toys and crafts and puzzles right in the center of town. Catch A Falling Star, located near the center of the downtown Main Street block, has been offering the best in children s playthings since my own kids were little guys. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Wake up to a winner Nov 30, 2008
Choreographer Dayna Tekatch crafts some remarkable feats for the cast, with tap atop the list of terpsichorean treats, and musical director Lloyd Nicholson is nicely placed on stage with his snappy, syncopated little jazz band. Nicely lit by Gerald King, Jean Claude Olivier's set is simply a gossamer framing of the fun, its uplifting palette of colours in keeping with Phillip Clarkson's gorgeous array of era-specific costumes. (Vancouver Sun)
Christmas stop Nov 30, 2008
Along with caboose and speeder rides, visitors can have lunch in the dining car, visit the museum and buy local crafts and produce. COMMENT ON THIS ARTICLE. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Dashing through the street Nov 29, 2008
The annual event will boast activities and crafts for guests of all ages, as well as live music and a Thanksgiving show. There will be free cookies, cocoa and chili tasting for all visitors. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Arts & Crafts Fair is November 28 Nov 29, 2008
Westward Look Resort will hold it s annual post-Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Fair to support the Community Food Bank on Friday, November 28. The fair gets underway at 1 p.m. and offers crafts for sale from local artists, designers and vendors, plus items from the Sonoran Spa and Resort Shop. (FOX 11, AZ)
Steve Minton put final touches on his Christmas display at Leitchfields James D. Beville City Park for the first Light up Leitchfield Christmas attraction. Nov 29, 2008
Rocky-K Log Homes will hold a Christmas crafts show and holiday open house from 9 am 3 pm ... Saturday afternoon the Grayson County Public Library will sponsor A Kiddie Christmas from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. There will be activities galore for the young and young-at-heart, the activities will include crafts, face painting and more at the library. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Cowboy Christmas rounds up families Nov 29, 2008
And with 40-45 vendors there to display crafts, artwork, music and food, there's enough to interest those who have a lot or just a little bit of cowboy in them ... Horse-drawn buggy rides will be available, and children can have a pony ride and participate in crafts. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Holiday happenings Nov 29, 2008
The Campbell County Rockpile Museum Association will have an open house with refreshments, entertainment, holiday crafts and hands-on activities for adults and children ... Now in its 33rd year, the crafts show is stepping up into the newly opened Wyoming Center ... - SPECIAL EVENTS: Several craftsmen will hold live demonstrations, including wood turning and silver stamping. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Red rover, red rover Nov 29, 2008
Kids go to the AVA Center on early release days to make a variety of crafts. There are 19 children enrolled in the early release program. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
'Tis the Season for Easy and Affordable Handcrafted Gifts Nov 29, 2008
You'll get crafts done efficiently and spend quality time with the ones you love. Here are some ideas to inspire you in creating homemade gifts this year. (Pekin Times, IL)
How to Scrapbook with Stickers Nov 29, 2008
Supplies: cardstock Fiskars, Westrim Crafts; patterned paper Doodlebug Design Inc.; stickers and vellum ; pen Zebra; eyelets Doodlebug Design Inc.; ribbon Offray; tag template Coluzzle (Provo Craft); chalk pencil General s. ... Supplies: cardstock Provo Craft, Westrim Crafts; patterned paper Debbie Mumm; sticker Debbie Mumm for Creative Imaginations; stamping ink Stewart Superior Corp.; eyelets and metal letters Making Memories; computer font: Baramond and Willow (both downloaded from the... (Suite101.com)
Birthday and Christmas Gifts for Pi... Nov 29, 2008
Arts and crafts (especially painting) ... Arts and crafts supplies ... With Virgo rising, the Pisces is more likely to turn creative aptitude toward practical crafts rather than art for art s sake, and there tends to be a strong interest in nutrition and health. (Suite101.com)
Easy ways to give green this holiday Nov 29, 2008
The company that crafts this swing, Wildlife Creations International Inc., also makes 13 other styles, from dragons to airplanes, and they're sold at retailers, such as Target, and online. The Optibike 800 Li, ( 8,995, Optibike) is a best-selling, hybridized electric bicycle hand-built by this Boulder, Colo. (Montana Standard, MT)
Margaret J. Glasgow Nov 29, 2008
She graduated from Seaman Rural High School; was active in her community, working with schools and on election boards; spent 50 years running her drapery, antiques, lamps, and crafts businesses; and belonged to many organizations. Advertisement. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Education News Nov 29, 2008
m. to 3 p.m. Come join us for a fun day of Holiday Arts and Crafts for the kids, vendors, food and pictures with Santa. Vendors can rent a 6-foot space for $25 and must bring their own table. (Malden Observer, MA)
Our 13th annual roundup of affordable, local finds Nov 29, 2008
In addition to the Pacific Handcrafters Guild fair, this weekend Lee will be at the Islandwide Christmas Crafts and Food Expo at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall (). Photographer Kari Peterson is now creating Pix(ie) T-shirts in a slim-fit, fashion-forward silhouette, often in organic cotton (and soon in bamboo and hemp) printed with one of her spectacular photo images. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Evalina Marie Bowers Nov 29, 2008
Evalina was naturally talented in many crafts, crocheting and knitting very well ... One of her greatest joys was spending time teaching her granddaughters the fun and enjoyment in many of those crafts. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oldtown Holiday Festival next week Nov 29, 2008
As they do every year, high school choral groups compete, kids decorate cookies and create make-n-take crafts, magicians and jugglers entertain. Kris Krafters Market area offers a variety of handcrafted items. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Harnden Tavern to host holiday social Nov 29, 2008
Holiday decorations, refreshments, music and children s crafts make for a memorable holiday event. For more information contact the Wilmington Town Museum at 978-658-5475. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Third-grader Hayley Page, left, enjoys some down... Nov 29, 2008
Taking place for more than two decades, the Mountain Christmas Boutique is the largest holiday arts and crafts show in the mountains. The show features several returning favorites as well as new crafters each year. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Art for the holidays at Mystic Arts Center Nov 29, 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 ... About 350 fine art works will be displayed in the main gallery and up to 45 artisan crafts will be on exhibit in the smaller gallery. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Big list of holiday events Nov 29, 2008
Buy handcrafts from artisans of 42 countries ... Features a snow area to play in, a high school choral competition, cookie decorating, crafts, magicians, jugglers and a visit from Santa ... Children make crafts and all enjoy food samples. (AZCentral -- Business)
Endeavour's astronauts await permission to land Nov 29, 2008
Wide selection of model space crafts and space shuttles. Low prices. (Yahoo News)
Big Brother denies 'Paki song' allegations Nov 29, 2008
but not limited to architecture, painting, sculpture, crafts, dance, theatre, musical theater, opera, dance, culinary arts, literature, music, film, photography. or. (Yahoo News -- Reality TV)
Handmade Floral Gifts are Budget-friendly Season Brighteners Nov 29, 2008
Whether you're a seasoned handmade gift-giver looking for something new and exciting to make, or a beginner looking for a fail-safe gift, decorations and crafts made with fresh cut flowers can be a sure-fire winner. Floral gifts deliver fresh, fragrant and personal touches to the recipient's (and your own) home. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Community notes Nov 29, 2008
A light breakfast will be served, and there will be crafts for the kids and pictures with Santa. To register, call Lou Anne Kenwick or Michelle Philhower at (815) 875-3347. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Nov 29, 2008
Arts/crafts festival. The 37th annual Arts-Crafts-Antiques Festival by the Bay is seeking artists, handcrafters and antique dealers to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Bauer Community Center ... The Heritage Center (Senior Citizens Center) will host Bingo at 10 a.m., Monday, Nov. 3; Cheryl Moore at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 4; crafts and Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 5; Memorial Home Health, Thursday, Nov. 6; Tai Chi at 9... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
YMCA accepting youth basketball registration Nov 29, 2008
The Heritage Center (Senior Citizens Center) will host crafts and Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 19; Health Force Home Health, Thursday, Nov. 20; Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Rosary with Beverly at 10:15 a.m., Friday, Nov. 21 ... Bring the kids for stories, songs, crafts and fun. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Yorks Festival of Lights next week Nov 29, 2008
Greens hs Sale: 9 a.m.-noon Greens, wreaths, crafts, and baked goods, First Parish Church Hall, York Street. Gundalow Neighborhood Holiday Craft Fair: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Village Elementary School cafeteria. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Arlington Seniors Association from the Nov. 27 edition Nov 29, 2008
Explore castles, crafts, and the spectacular countryside. 10 days, 13 meals (eight breakfasts, five dinners) $2,739/dbl. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Players of the Week Nov 29, 2008
Mike Crafts, Chelmsford - Crafts surpassed the 1,000-yard passing mark for the season Thursday. In a win over Billerica, the senior completed 5 of 10 passes, including a 43-yard TD toss, and finished with 1,016 yards this season. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
More of this story Nov 29, 2008
1) I Pity the Toy: Mr. G's for Toys in Macy's Plaza has nearly everything for every age, from Barbies to Hot Wheels to crafts. For the wee ones (under a year), the store offers choices such as the Busy Bee Discovery Flower ( 34. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Gift ideas for Mom Nov 29, 2008
- Craft: Transforming Traditional Crafts. $34. (Florida Times-Union)
Vendors needed Nov 29, 2008
A variety of home made crafts and other items will be for sale. For vendor information, call Erin at 541-259-1539. (Lebanon Express, OR)
In South Africa, an improbable tale of forgiveness Nov 28, 2008
Chaplin, 45, left a successful career with a South African bank two years ago to oversee the charity, which runs township classes in music, dance, drama, crafts, and sports in Cape Town. "It's been the most satisfying time in my life," he says. (Boston Globe)
Alternative spending Nov 28, 2008
You can celebrate Black Friday Colonial-style in Lexington tonight when the town's Historical Society hosts its annual Hearth and Harvest party, a night of Colonial music, reenactments, and crafts. Activities for children will include scavenger hunts and puzzles. (Boston Globe)
Dashing through the street Nov 28, 2008
The annual event will boast activities and crafts for guests of all ages, as well as live music and a Thanksgiving show. There will be free cookies, cocoa and chili tasting for all visitors. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Break from shopping to go tree chopping Nov 28, 2008
Gift shop, roping, pine wreaths, homemade crafts, folk art and fresh home-baked pies ... Gift shop, roping, pine wreaths, homemade crafts, folk art and fresh home-baked pies. (Akron Beacon Journal)
Old Sturbridge Village In Central M... Nov 28, 2008
Exploring crafts from woodworking to blacksmithing. Year-round gardening workshops and exhibits. (Suite101.com)
Holiday bazaars on the horizon Nov 28, 2008
Snacks, door prizes, crafts, baked goods and a raffle are planned ... An old-fashioned Christmas Bazaar featuring vendors and handmade crafts runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, in the Jefferson High School gym in Boulder. (Montana Standard, MT)
Margaret J. Glasgow Nov 28, 2008
She graduated from Seaman Rural High School; was active in her community, working with schools and on election boards; spent 50 years running her drapery, antiques, lamps, and crafts businesses; and belonged to many organizations. Advertisement. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
What’s going on in and around Richmond County? Nov 28, 2008
CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE: The 12th annual Christmas on the Square will be Dec. 6, downtown Rockingham, with entertainment, crafts and food from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Santa will be on the Square all day. Arts Richmond Crafts for all ages ... A sweets and crafts sale will be held at same time. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Craft sale will benefit Open Table Nov 28, 2008
Joan Hilton will host her annual Crafts and Holiday Sale this year on Friday, Nov. 28, from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 29, from noon to 4 p.m. The sale will take place in her studio at 430 Annursnac Hill Road. In addition to her ceramics, she has invited 12 other craftspeople to show their work ... This crafts sale is to support these needs through Open Table in Concord and Maynard. (Concord Journal, MA)
From heart, by hand: Montanans turning to homemade holiday gifts as times tighten Nov 28, 2008
Campbell said she's selling more sock yarn at her shop; so too is Gail Green, manager of Michael's Crafts in Billings. People are making crafts to sell at fundraisers ... What goes for knitting holds true for other crafts. (Missoulian, MT)
YMCA accepting youth basketball registration Nov 28, 2008
The Heritage Center (Senior Citizens Center) will host crafts and Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 19; Health Force Home Health, Thursday, Nov. 20; Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Rosary with Beverly at 10:15 a.m., Friday, Nov. 21 ... Bring the kids for stories, songs, crafts and fun. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Nov 28, 2008
Arts/crafts festival. The 37th annual Arts-Crafts-Antiques Festival by the Bay is seeking artists, handcrafters and antique dealers to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Bauer Community Center ... The Heritage Center (Senior Citizens Center) will host Bingo at 10 a.m., Monday, Nov. 3; Cheryl Moore at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 4; crafts and Tai Chi at 9 a.m., Exercise with Susie at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 5; Memorial Home Health, Thursday, Nov. 6; Tai Chi at 9... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Education briefs Nov 28, 2008
There will be Christmas crafts for children, pictures with Santa Claus for 3), letters to Santa, craft fair, and karaoke. Prices are 2 for children 10 and younger, 4 for children 11 and over. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Bedford moves on with win Nov 28, 2008
Chelmsford 22, Billerica 16 - Quarterback Mike Crafts topped the 1,000-yard passing mark as Chelmsford extended its Thanksgiving record over Billerica to 53-22-5. Lowell 26, Haverhill 7 - Ambruce Carter scored on a 60-yard run in the first quarter and added a 2-yard TD in the third quarter. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Oasis for War Wounded to Open at Texas Base Nov 28, 2008
Sometimes, spouses need education or job skills, and they often need the diversion of crafts, meals and outings, Markelz said. The 59-year-old retired teacher and her three-member staff work with volunteers to provide all that in the overflowing conference room of a Fort Sam hotel. (Newsmax)
Holiday calendar Nov 28, 2008
Christmas Made in the South arts and crafts show, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Prime Osborn Convention Center, 1000 W. Water St. $6 adults, children 12 and under get in free. (904) 630-4000. (Florida Times-Union)
