Great Outdoor Lighting Brightens the Season for Holiday Guests Dec 4, 2008
And if you've been thinking about enhancing the lighting above and around your front porch or door, the holidays are a great time to put that thought into action ... Attractive exterior lighting not only enhances your enjoyment of your home, it adds curb appeal and value, and can welcome guests with a feeling of warmth and security all year round ... Good lighting is especially important during the holidays, when more guests will be coming to your door, the experts agree. (Pekin Times, IL)
Giving Your Home the 'Green' Light Dec 4, 2008
"Whether they're motivated by environmental benefits or long-term cost savings, homeowner demand for green products is at an all-time high," says Jeff Dross, senior product manager at Kichler Lighting who also is a member of the Consortium for Energy Efficiency ... In the sea of green products, one of the easiest places to start and make a real impact is with home lighting ... The lighting industry has made significant strides relating to energy efficiency, so much so that today's green lighting... (Pekin Times, IL)
Buying Eco-friendly Cabinets Brings Environmental Responsibility Closer to Home Dec 4, 2008
(ARA) - Lighting is compact fluorescent, appliances are energy efficient, but what about kitchen cabinets. As the heart of the home, the kitchen is one of the most important places to keep the environment and your family's health in mind. (Pekin Times, IL)
Nature's winter survivors earn hunter's respect Dec 4, 2008
The setting sun gave them a red glow, lighting the entire hillside with it. At times the trees seemed to whisper. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Snowflake Festival parade tonight Dec 4, 2008
Keno tree lighting and bonfire, Keno Elementary School, 7 p.m.. Mele Kalikimaka Luau (Hawaiian Christmas party), Ohana Mamma s, 6 to 9 p.m.. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
From the Editor: Supportive community takes away some of the pain Dec 4, 2008
An hour later, Pastor Rod Hopp of Immanuel Lutheran Church prayed the prayer at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, and he talked about the different color of the lights representing the diversity of the world both today and the world that the baby Jesus came into so long ago. Believers trust that God's son came here not for a select few but for all of us and that to this day he embraces all of us. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Christmas begins! Dec 4, 2008
And start it she did as Forest City residents gathered for a variety of activities including a free movie at the Forest Theatre, the Summit's annual open house and, of course, the Tree Lighting Ceremony that has become a rite of the day after Thanksgiving. In many ways, it's a simple ceremony. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Attack suspect: I was a victim, too Dec 4, 2008
Court records show the female victim has filed a civil suit against Ron Jon, alleging inadequate lighting and security outside their establishment contributed to the attack. Contact Summers at 242-3642 or. (Florida Today)
L-S Dance Troupe to stage Winter Recital Dec 4, 2008
Dance genres included are hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, modern, enhanced by unique choreography, lighting and music. The recital will highlight a special piece choreographed expressly for the L-S Dance Troupe. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Spirit of the season: Scouts sell holiday decor Dec 4, 2008
Working together with troop leaders and parents, scouts must set up tree racks, fencing and lighting for the lot at the corner of Lincoln and Codman roads, opposite the Public Safety Building. And of course, they must sort and rack the wreaths, garlands, and hundreds of trees. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
No. 6 Eagles Soar: OWU takes bite out of ’Dogs Dec 4, 2008
Junior Aaron Crowley transformed into a one-man thunderbolt, lighting up the scoreboard with 19 points on 7-of-7 shooting, including 5-of-5 from beyond the arc, during the second half. He had been 0-for-3 in the first half. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Copan eyes season hoop openers (9) Dec 4, 2008
Bryan is capable of lighting it up from anywhere on the court, Werts added. Werts also believes the football team s success will help bolster the winning attitude on the basketball team. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
AstraZeneca to axe 1,400 jobs in Europe, shuts three plants Dec 4, 2008
Thu Nov 20, 10:56 am ET. AstraZeneca Anglo-Swedish pharmaceuticals giant AstraZeneca said Thursday it would slash 1,400 jobs by 2013 as it. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Historic Blenheim Center Opens Dec 4, 2008
1 million Interpretive Center replicated the atmosphere of the attic with a life-size reconstruction with similar lighting, and digitally recreated the signatures of the soldiers who had spent time in the house. The inscriptions of Union soldiers from Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are preserved on the site. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Village to stay open longer for holiday shoppers Dec 4, 2008
This season, holiday shoppers are tightening their belts, and local retailers are lighting up their signs ... Stores will also be open on Friday, Dec. 5, during the traditional holiday tree lighting and visit from Santa. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
Already got one - Full Circle Dec 4, 2008
com - Serving Cameron, MO. Watch for future contests in this spot. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Telescope hunts supernovas Dec 4, 2008
Built on Culloden Moor, it is not affected by light pollution from street and house lighting in Inverness. HAS chairman John Gilmour said: "We have had interest from the Royal Observatory Edinburgh and University of Cambridge. "With the telescope being quite powerful there is useful scientific work it can do, for instance we detect supernovas in distant galaxies. (BBC News -- Science)
Growth For Happiness Starts In Rich Soil Dec 4, 2008
Evening weddings have become a specialty and John and Bonny have created a twinkling twilight effect in the gardens with lighting. The Bowens like to have fun and see people happy. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Chatham to host Christmas celebration Dec 4, 2008
Friday night is the traditional lantern lighting ceremony at the courthouse which begins at 7 p.m.. Area church and school choirs will participate in the Festival of Carols. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Rockefeller Center Lights Tree Dec 4, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -- A family of Hurricane Katrina survivors whose new house was partly built with lumber from last year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree were among tens of thousands who attended this year's lighting ceremony ... The tree lighting ceremony started in 1933, but workers building the Art Deco complex began putting up Christmas trees in 1931 during the Great Depression. (New York Post)
Barnes and Noble Book Fair adds support for Reading Reindeer drive Dec 4, 2008
Carris will sign her new release for young children, Archie's Christmas Tale, and Haworth will be autographing her work, Violet Raines Almost Got Struck by Lighting, described as a "charming, middle-grade novel.". The Times encourages local residents to come out for the festivities and support Reading Reindeer. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
NYC tree lighting hits close to home for Pascagoula family Dec 4, 2008
NEW YORK A Mississippi family who lost their home in Hurricane Katrina and got a new house partly built with last years Rockefeller Center Christmas tree will be among the throngs attending this years lighting ceremony ... While the first official lighting was in 1933, the first Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was put up two years earlier during the Depression by workers building the Art Deco complex. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Townhouse's open plan presents creative challenges Dec 4, 2008
For lighting, we called for a chandelier. In addition, an extra-deep window ledge allowed us to create a faux sitting window to give the space added depth and a touch of luxury. (Globe and Mail)
What's Happening Dec 4, 2008
Candlelight Tour - 6 p.m., Westville village, Lumpkin; displays of greenery, candles in windows and flickering luminaries lighting the pathways; houses will be open this year, music, dancing demonstrations and holiday treats in the Kiser House restaurant; $15 for adults; $8 for children ages 18 and younger; (888) 733-1850 or e-mail marketing@westville. org. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Visit the future and share the past at Vogue Theatre Dec 4, 2008
In 1938, the Lane was purchased and remodeled by Harry Ulsh and re-named the Vogue, a nod to modern features that included fluorescent and neon lighting. Fred Estelman purchased the theater in 1947. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
• T.F. fatality marks third case for 2008 Dec 4, 2008
Dim lighting on Addison Avenue might also have played a role in Tuesday's crash. Police will forward their report to the city's engineers and the Idaho Department of Transportation if they think it did, said Hicks. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Local Companies Talk Energy Conservation Dec 4, 2008
Everything from lighting and window specialists to experts on hybrid and flex fuel vehicles will be on hand. ajl. (R News)
Parade lights up city Dec 4, 2008
Downtown Crescent City got a North Pole makeover Saturday evening when nearly a thousand people turned out to watch the annual Christmas Light Parade and Downtown Tree Lighting ... "It worked very well to move the tree lighting into the plaza; it's safer than having it lit out by the street," said Corpstein ... Stanley said the group has made hot chocolate by the hundreds of cups for the past four years for the tree lighting. (Daily Triplicate)
A tree shines in N.Y. Dec 4, 2008
Proud Hamiltonians travel to see lighting Thursday, December 04, 2008 BY ALEX ZDAN ... "It's a magnificent tree," Bill Va ranyak said as he stood in front of it, waiting for the lighting ceremony to begin ... Hamilton Mayor John Benci vengo also came to the city to watch the tree lighting. (NJ.com -- Times)
It's Not Hard To Be Green Dec 4, 2008
Lighting - Once you're done with the two projects above, replace those incandescent light bulbs with ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs -- like compact fluorescent light bulbs - to decrease the amount of electricity you use for lighting as much as 75 percent. It's a simple task to go through your home and replace light bulbs. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Missouri out to stop OU's unstoppable offense Dec 4, 2008
It's another to be able to prevent them from lighting up the scoreboard like a penny slot machine. "I don't think there's a magic answer there," said. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Growth For Happiness Starts In Rich Soil Dec 4, 2008
Evening weddings have become a specialty and John and Bonny have created a twinkling twilight effect in the gardens with lighting. The Bowens like to have fun and see people happy. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
8 rules of eating out Dec 4, 2008
Not only the dcor, but the lighting, the music and even the bathrooms all play a role in creating that special moment. 8. (iAfrica.com)
Hyannis holiday stroll happenings Dec 4, 2008
4 7 p.m. Harbor Lighting at Bismore Park ... 6:45 p.m. Winner of harbor lighting, Main Street cookie stroll and best-dressed window will be announced. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
Winslet defends Vanity Fair shoot Dec 4, 2008
She is adamant her slimline figure was down to good lighting and make-up ... She tells New York Daily News, "Anyone can look like that with lighting and hair and make-up. I didn't work out beforehand. I can't remember the last time I've been to the gym. I don't have the time."I'm a busy mum promoting two movies. (FOX23.com, OK)
Jewish mission makes Chabad a target Dec 4, 2008
On college campuses and in Chabad houses, couples who have dedicated their lives to the movement cook kosher dinners for Israeli backpackers and other Jewish travelers, teach rituals such as lighting Sabbath candles and lead classes on Judaism. Like other staunchly traditional Jews, the men are easily identified by their long beards and black fedoras. (USA Today -- News)
Visit ChristmasVille Dec 4, 2008
The festivities begin 6 p.m. tonight with singing, dancing and entertainment, culminating in the "Lighting of the Village." This year, by the way, a giant projection screen has been mounted above the stage so that everyone will be able to see the ceremony. That is just the start of an event-filled four days, featuring the annual Rock Hill Christmas Parade, an outdoor movie, a chili and Brunswick stew cookoff, caroling, an art auction, a parade of dogs dressed in holiday attire and a grand finale... (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Santa Claus is coming to town Dec 4, 2008
The Crandon Area Chamber of Commerce, along with its co-sponsor the American Transmission Company, has scheduled the annual Tree Lighting and Flashlight Parade for Friday, Dec. 5 ... Prizes will be available for kids 12 and under after the tree lighting ceremony. (Forest Republican, WI)
Theater Review: D'Amore gives 'No Parole' life Dec 4, 2008
With clever sound and lighting cues and a minimal stage, he makes his whole family come alive - his brother, his Italian father, his old man landlord in New York, a receptionist at a gay men's health clinic and especially his mother, as a young woman and as an older one. D'Amore is an excellent mimic, although the fast pace can sometimes make the transitions jarring. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lights, furniture, art & home trends Dec 4, 2008
Light-years: San Francisco lighting designer Jonathan Browning's newest chandeliers, sconces and floor lamps use vintage designs and techniques from the venerable 127-year-old Viennese lighting company J. T. Kalmar ... Lights, furniture, art trends HO L ight-years: San Francisco lighting designer Jonathan Browning 's newest chandeliers, sconces and floor lamps use vintage designs and techniques from the venerable 127-year-old Viennese lighting company J. T. Kalmar. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Parking deck's safety doubted Dec 4, 2008
He added that the parking deck's problems revolve around lighting and general upkeep. Security cameras also are needed, he said. (News & Observer)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Dec 4, 2008
Christmas comes to Union Grove activities include Breakfast with Santa, a cookie walk, the tree lighting ceremony, and many sales at area stores. Holiday Boutique and Bake Sale. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Christmas in the big cities: Milwaukee and Chicago offer plenty of ways to find your holiday spirit Dec 4, 2008
This neighborhood festival kicks off with fireworks, Santa, a tree-lighting ceremony, horse-drawn carriage rides, entertainment by the Trinity Irish Dancers, cookies, hot chocolate and more from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday (Dec ... The event will start at noon with a musical program and the tree lighting will follow at 12:30, led by Mayor Richard Daley, actress Keri Russell and Santa Claus. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Parades, tree lightings, a cookie walk and more events, its time for a Country Christmas Dec 4, 2008
Parades, tree lightings, a cookie walk and more events, its time for a Country Christmas ... From a holiday home tour to parades, tree-lighting ceremonies, cookie walks and lots of good cheer, Christmas comes to the countryside this weekend as Waterford, Union Grove, Burlington and their surrounding communities welcome the holiday season with a whole sleigh-full of festive activities and events ... The revelry starts tonight in Union Grove, where a community gathering in the Village Square... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Lighting up with holiday cheer Dec 4, 2008
The glow and music are emanating from the 35-foot, 100,000 bulb, musical tree The Village at Allen lit to kick-off the Holiday season during their first annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday night ... There was an abundance of activities to keep children entertained until the tree lighting. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Visit BMLD table tonight for LED holiday lights Dec 4, 2008
BMLD representatives will be at the Belmont holiday tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 4, to distribute strings of LED holiday lights to customers, while supplies last ... Customers can also pick up a 2009 BMLD historical calendar at the tree lighting ceremony ... Customers can stop by before Santa Claus arrives at 6:25 p.m. or after the tree lighting ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m.. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Rayovac to Be Featured on Factory Floor with Marshall Brain Dec 4, 2008
Spectrum Brands is a global consumer products company and a leading supplier of consumer batteries, lawn and garden care products, specialty pet supplies, shaving and grooming products, household insect control products, personal care products and portable lighting. Helping to meet the needs of consumers worldwide, included in its portfolio of widely trusted brands are Rayovac, Varta, Remington, Tetra, Marineland, Nature's Miracle, Dingo, 8-In-1, Spectracide, Schultz,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Year's Traditions: Mummers Parade, Fireworks and More Make Philly More Fun for the New Year Dec 4, 2008
More than 1,800 guests dress up, get down and ring in the New Year in style at the National Constitution Center, an impressive space with gorgeous lighting and an outstanding view of the fireworks. 12Midnight starts at the beautiful Crystal Tea Room atop the Wannamaker Building. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Christmas in the Valley Dec 4, 2008
Jackson Tree Lighting. The Town of Jackson will hold its annual tree lighting ceremony @ 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, on the Historic Courthouse Square ... Activities include the tree lighting, illumination of the town, caroling, violin player, wassail, hot chocolate, holiday cookies, firepit, outdoor showing of A Christmas Carol on a wide-screen TV, visit from Santa and horse-drawn carriage rides through the historic district. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
What Are "Ultra-Orthodox" Jews, Anyway? And Why Are They in Mumbai? Dec 4, 2008
Every time a Jew performs a , a religious act such as lighting the Shabbat candles or wearing , he or she hastens the arrival of the , or Messiah, and brings the day of redemption that much closer. (There are a total of. (Slate)
Havre fourthgrader lights up D. C. Dec 4, 2008
Denny Rehberg, who met with Gabrielsen before the tree lighting, issued the following statement about the tree: One hundred and forty-four years ago, when this tree took root, the year was 1864 ... Before the lighting, Montana s U.S. Sens. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Downtown plans holiday activities (19) Dec 4, 2008
Businesses will be decorated and awards given in a downtown lighting contest. Window displays will be judged tonight in these categories: best tree display, best use of lighting, most festive, people's choice and best restaurant. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Pic fuels rumours of wood on Mars Dec 4, 2008
However, in this case, its just a trick of the lighting and the viewing angle. He added: What youre seeing is a piece of flat, platy, layered sulfur-rich outcrop rock. (India Times, India)
Boston restaurants act to reduce their environmental impact Dec 3, 2008
Boloco is working with manufacturers on other lighting solutions ... He began by eliminating Styrofoam, getting serious about recycling, and adopting energy-efficient lighting ... As for lighting, it's fluorescent, but not in the dining room. (Boston Globe)
'Mystery of Irma Vep' serves up Gothic gags Dec 3, 2008
Lighting designer Karen Perlow underscores the humorous horror with plenty of flickering candles and gloomy sconces, and Gail Astrid Buckley outdoes herself with Casey's rustling gowns, a beaded sheath for the glamorous mummy, and a wonderfully absurd satin vestment that Kuntz dons to bring the mummy back to life. Dewey Dellay, meanwhile, supplies a couple of B movies' worth of wolf howls, thunderstorms, and ominous bits of music. (Boston Globe)
For Nixon, enemies all around Dec 3, 2008
"The conversation was on Dec. 14, 1972, four days before the United States unleashed a massive bombing campaign on Hanoi and Haiphong aimed at getting North Vietnam to negotiate more seriously in peace talks."We're going to bomb them," Nixon told Kissinger and adviser Alexander Haig, green lighting one of the most controversial acts of the war. "We'll take the heat right over the Christmas period, then on January 3, it's Christmas withdrawal. "Kissinger later called the decision to resume... (Boston Globe)
Dashing through the street Dec 3, 2008
A parade showcasing the Auburn Fire Department, Auburn Civic Band and more than 40 floats and participants will precede a tree lighting ceremony. During the afternoon, a bonfire will keep crowds warm. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
'The Jewel of Medina' to speak in Helena Dec 3, 2008
Denny Rehberg and Gov. Brian Schweitzer listen to Montana troubadour Jack Gladstone sing Heart of Montana at the Capitol Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Washington, D.C., Tuesday night. Novelist, journalist and former Independent Record Reporter Sherry Jones will be in Helena Thursday to present a lecture on her controversial book The Jewel of Medina. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Empty Stockings Dec 3, 2008
A single woman in Jefferson County has not had baseboard heat or lighting for the past two months because she cannot pay the necessary deposit. A disabled man hoping to get into Helena Housing needs to pay a utility deposit first. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Tucson school awarded first energy efficiency rebate Dec 3, 2008
Commercial Energy Solutions offers cash rebates to commercial customers who install efficient lighting and controls, air conditioning, heat pumps, and other energy-saving equipment. More details about the incentives available to TEP commercial and residential customers can be seen by clicking. (FOX 11, AZ)
Pelosi Remarks at U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Dec 3, 2008
Text hiding to spacing. WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi was joined by Members of the Montana congressional delegation and the governor of Montana to light the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree during a ceremony this evening. (PR Newswire)
Abilene Family Drives Home New Hybrid SUV From WTU Retail Energy Dec 3, 2008
The company has also replaced most of the Ice House's holiday lights with high-efficient LED lighting, which is 90 percent more energy-efficient ... "By helping them upgrade their lighting to LED lights, WTU is able to help keep their electricity costs as low as possible, while still creating a very festive atmosphere for everyone who comes out to the Ice House.". (PR Newswire)
Gifts they cant get anywhere else Dec 3, 2008
American Heritage Crafters is also the location of Irvin s Tinware and Lighting, which was originally located in Mount Pleasant Mills. After a fire destroyed their original location, Doris and Irvin Hoover teamed up with Kuhns Bros. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Sycamore readies for Santa and annual chocolate weekend Dec 3, 2008
"We will all parade together to the courthouse for a ribbon-cutting at the Santa house and for the tree lighting at the courthouse lawn.". Cookies and hot chocolate will be served during the Santa Walk, and children who meet with Santa will receive some holiday treats. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Steve Minton put final touches on his Christmas display at Leitchfields James D. Beville City Park for the first Light up Leitchfield Christmas attraction. Dec 3, 2008
The lighting of the displays will be on Friday, December 5, at 6 p.m. and will officially kick off the Christmas season ... In addition to the lighting ceremony there will be guest speakers, live music by Lawler and Wilkey elementary school chorus with refreshments and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus with goody bags for the children ... Other events around the county will include the city of Caneyville s Tree Lighting Ceremony, on Friday, December 6 p.m. at the Bank of Caneyville. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
