Halifax County Harvest Days Oct 16, 2008
Come by and purchase locally grown plants, homemade potpourri, jams and jellies, pickles, homegrown vegetables, and more. There will also be a raffle for a homemade potting bench made by Roanoke Valley Master Gardeners Vicky Brown and Edie Braginton. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Europe Deals With Immigration Oct 16, 2008
The ethnic potpourri can be explained by Ireland's immigration laws. Before the enlargement of the European Union four years ago, the Irish government allowed businesses to hire workers from around the globe with few restrictions. (Slate)
For Carrie Fisher, laughter is indeed the best medicine Oct 15, 2008
So, she explains, she chooses to find a different perspective - a "funny slant" that's epitomized by the crazy angles and potpourri of props in Alexander V. Nichols's set for the show, augmented by his frequently amusing and always apropos projections of publicity stills, movie clips, and many of those tabloid headlines. Something tragic happens, Fisher says, and "you go to that funny slant, and that very same thing can no longer do you any harm." In short, she says, keeping a sane perspective... (Boston Globe)
Warmth for a cause Oct 14, 2008
Potpourri Designs, 8 Church St., Wellesley. 781-235-0096. (Boston Globe)
Visitor's Guide to Reno's Best Anti... Oct 12, 2008
Most of them, however, display a potpourri of material ranging from ceramic figurines to wooden-handled kitchen utensils. Best time to visit the mall is on Mondays, when dealers bring in the merchandise they ve acquired at auctions and yard sales held during the previous weekend. (Suite101.com)
Market too tough to sell home 'as is' Oct 11, 2008
Today's shoppers won't be fooled by mulch or freshly planted flowers, just as they know the potpourri, freshly baked bread and boiled cinnamon stick ploys, too. If the exterior needs painting and repair, pay for it. (AZCentral -- Business)
Parties battle for control of Legislature Oct 11, 2008
Among the 25 holdovers, 16 are in the GOP. "The House, boy, it's a potpourri," Wilson said. "Extremely difficult to call." Prominent House races include the Flathead Valley contest between Republican Dee Brown, who operates a small business, and Democrat Mick Holm, a former Glacier National Park superintendent. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Hamilton's own survivor Oct 10, 2008
The family moved her to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for a potpourri of treatments including chemotherapy, blood transfusions and antibiotics. "There's no scientific evidence" that a child's spirit matters in such situations, but "she was certainly feisty from the very beginning," said Dr. Susan Travis, Jessica's pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Children's Hospital. (NJ.com -- Times)
Is the U.N. becoming irrelevant? Oct 4, 2008
When I leave this office, the rest of the house is a potpourri of different smells and none of them good ... It s an unpleasant thought, but something else you might want to investigate in regards to your P.U. Potpourri. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Malacca mustnt be missed Oct 4, 2008
This is a pity because Malaysia is a country blessed with ancient rainforests, challenging mountains, a thriving metropolis and a fascinating potpourri of culture and heritage, all waiting to be experienced. With this in mind, Mayflower Car Rental has now come up with a self-drive tour that allows visitors to explore Malaccas Heritage Trail with the help of a GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation device, Garmin Nuvi 205. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Should people aspire to virginity until they are married? Oct 3, 2008
When I leave this office, the rest of the house is a potpourri of different smells and none of them good. Gale. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Musical potpourri Oct 3, 2008
Jake Jensen - The Daily Iowan. Issue date: 10/3/08 Section. (Daily Iowan, IA)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 24, 2008 Sep 25, 2008
" Reardon wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:17 PM:Sorry about the typing error. Buffett invested $5 Billion. I misssed a shift -- did that once at Riverside International Raceway and it cost me an engine. Respect for tradition wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:19 PM:I will not vote for Proposition 8, because this potpourri of liberalism would completely change what a traditional marriage is.I propose a different law, wherein we define what a true traditional marriage is: one man+several women (global history), one... (North County Times)
A journey into 'the human side of dance' Sep 24, 2008
Rather than the usual gala potpourri of unrelated dances, the occasion is being celebrated with From the Horse's Mouth, a collaboration between PDT and two veterans of the New York avant-garde dance world that showcases the personal stories and movement patterns of 25 dancers who are part of PDT's history. The From the Horse's Mouth project, which The New York Times described as revealing "the heart and history of dance," is the brainchild of dance artists Tina Croll, 65, and Jamie Cunningham,... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Callands Festival to come alive Oct. 4 Sep 23, 2008
CALLANDS - The historic Callands Clerk's Office will set the stage Saturday, Oct. 4, for Pittsylvania Historical Society's annual Autumn Potpourri. The festival, which has been named a "Local Legacy" by the Library of Congress, begins early and lasts until mid afternoon. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Republicans have made a mess at home and abroad Sep 22, 2008
I will not vote for Proposition 8, however, because this potpourri of liberalism would completely change what a traditional marriage is. I propose a different law, wherein we define what a true traditional marriage is: one man+several women (global history), one man+one woman+one boy (Greek), or one man+one woman+one mistress (pre-modern European) = marriage. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
40th Fin and Feather Fall Festival will be Sept. 26-28 Sep 17, 2008
She said this year's merchandise will include hummingbird feeders, hand-poured candles, picture quilts, floral arrangements, cowboy boot purses, quilts, jewelry, adults' and children's clothing, woodworking, personalized photo frames and name plaques, jewelry of many mediums, potpourri, tie-dyed T-shirts, furniture and more. In addition to the arts and crafts, festival goers may also purchase different foods, such as kettle-popped corn, turkey legs, funnel cakes, baked potatoes, roasted ears of... (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Fun Shine not your typical child care center Sep 16, 2008
Her staff constantly cleans, which is evident by the captivating smell of potpourri and pine upon entering the front door. Parents always know what's going on at Fun Shine because mailboxes have been set up near the front entrance to ensure they receive timely correspondences. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
HEALTH BLOG: The doctor will see you now ... Sep 11, 2008
We have a veritable potpourri of health news this morning ... I hope you enjoy this veritable potpourri of health news. (USA Today -- Money)
Eat It Now: Mint Sep 9, 2008
Peppermint leaves are oval-shaped and used medicinally, in sweet-making and in potpourri. Select fresh-looking mint with bright green leaves and no yellow patches. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Coming unraveled during a day at the Fringe Sep 9, 2008
That's part of the adventure of the Exit Theatre's unjuried potpourri of offerings. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Waiheke uncorked Sep 7, 2008
Slightly sunnier and warmer, it's a part of Auckland City, but Wacky Waiheke," as it was once known, sustains its own vibe off the coast of New Zealand's largest metropolis of 1.3 million people.I've driven on board for the 45-minute trip from Half Moon Bay wharf, about 20 minutes from the city. In pursuit of my unrealistic goal of seeing all of my adopted second homeland, I'm on course for a solitary weekend on the most populated and largest island among some 50 in the gulf.Sometimes called the... (Boston Globe)
Sonoma's water project to be re-bid Sep 5, 2008
Thu, September 4, 6:22 PM It was a potpourri agenda with no outstanding ingredient that confronted the Sonoma City Council Wednesday night, but they managed to consume nearly four-and-a-half hours discussing everything from family dinners to botched construction bids, from chickens to honey bees, from mobile home park rent control to cash for grass, from bike lanes to fire truck maintenance, from cemetery deficits to dietary excesses. Here, not-so-briefly, is how it went down: Mayor Joanne... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Vacancy: Office space for rent Sep 4, 2008
There s a potpourri of industries in here, he said. Business centers, like Southbridge, also allow companies to reconfigure its rented space depending on need. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
FANTASY CLICKS: Busts, sleepers, breakouts of '08 season Sep 2, 2008
(collecting breath) In the meantime, since even fantasy honks must enjoy the fruits of Labor Day, SI.com presents a potpourri of information to cap a rather-uneventful preseason (and that's a good thing -- since we loathe needless August injuries to stud running backs, like Clinton Portis, circa 2006). First up, some 2008 Fantasy Predictions. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
HEALTH BLOG: Opening up the medicine chest Sep 2, 2008
Here's a potpourri of news for you to consider. This might be yet another no, duh, study, but a new study found that raising the age through which young people must stay in school reduces teen pregnancies, The Guardian. (USA Today -- Money)
Learning words is no picayune matter for me Sep 1, 2008
1,000 Most Challenging Words tells us that a gallimaufry is "a jumble, a hodgepodge, a mishmash, a farrago, a salmagundi, a potpourri, an olio, a confused medley." Mr. Schur states the obvious when he writes that gallimaufry "has a very gallimaufry of synonyms" -- and even more words for us to look up. In French, gallimaufry is a ragout (ra-GOO), and it can be a literal stew or a figurative one. (The Augusta Chronicle)
WiMax's Invisible Power Aug 29, 2008
On Thursday, Sprint announced that it will offer WiMax users a potpourri of location-based services ranging from "friend finders" to traffic updates to local event listings, beginning in September. Another customer perk: flexible pricing plans. (Forbes -- Technology)
Politics as Usual Hurting Heart of Georgia Football Aug 29, 2008
The Raiders anchor the southwest corner of a region that somehow combines Augusta and Savannah-area teams together in a potpourri of confusion. It s like GHSA organizers were too busy, and gave the realignment list to a bunch of five year-olds. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Nokia Launches New Smartphones, Brings N96 To North America Aug 27, 2008
We prowled the show and captured several scenes that made the event a veritable potpourri of intrigue, fun, and excitement. INSIDE CHANNELWEB. (CRN)
Camberley uses ownership to open luxury hotel doors Aug 26, 2008
Immediate plans call for a $4 million renovation involving a "potpourri of cosmetic upgrades," including new carpeting and furniture in the hotel's 165 guest rooms, said Lloyd-Jones. The Algonquin's corporate weeknight rate is $225 per room. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Save Green As You Go Green! Aug 24, 2008
Try natural fabric fresheners such as Laundress or sachets of potpourri in your drawers. GREENER CLEANERS. (CBS News)
Ken Gillich, master of his universe Aug 18, 2008
The frenetic corner of 5th Avenue and G Street is a potpourri of street life: wandering tourists, nearby condo residents, business people in suits, scurrying pedicabs, folks sifting through trash containers. On this particular Friday, the beginning of Gillich's work week, there was a line out front for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor and The X-Files: I Want to Believe, among a plethora of other films. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Teachers’ salary gripes unfounded Aug 14, 2008
The organization has spent millions of dollars over the years supporting a potpourri of left wing political causes. They claim to have 20 million available to spend in this election cycle. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
HEALTH BLOG: Are fruit drinks or soda worse for diabetics? Aug 11, 2008
I hope you enjoy this veritable potpourri of health news. In 2007, nearly 350,000 U.S. women underwent surgery to enlarge their breasts--64% more than in 2000, according to this Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (USA Today -- Life)
Wine Country Surreal Aug 1, 2008
It's actually pretty standard, but the rooms that surround it do their best to shake things up stylistically in a region addicted to Laura Ashley and potpourri. With polished concrete floors, steel counters and artsy-but-minimalist decor, the six spacious cottages that make up the Duchamp Hotel near Healdsburg's plaza seem more like really, really nice Soho lofts than typically fussy Wine Country digs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Health Inspections Jul 30, 2008
Found bottle of Sysco Potpourri and Spice and a bottle of Lysol stored next to bottle of Hershey's Chocolate syrup under counter. Rick's Pizza. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Whatever you need, it's in the books Jul 30, 2008
Photographer Kelli Ruggore and Art Director Peg Brier-Lyons review images for In the Company of Dog catalog at Potpourri Group Inc. ... The Potpourri Group Inc., the town s second largest employer, runs a successful catalog business selling these very objects to a frequently overlooked customer ... Potpourri Group Inc. was founded in 1963 publishing a single catalog title. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
For the Ultimate in Luxury Bathrooms, Stimulate Every Sense Jul 28, 2008
Besides decking your bathroom out with candles, oils, potpourri, and other items that release enjoyable scents, it's best to keep your bathroom clean and fresh, so must and mildew are never a bother. And with today's automatic cleaning devices, you can have your shower cleaned, your air purified and your floor swept, all while you are gone at work. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Aromatic basils are a tasty addition to the garden Jul 25, 2008
Some are excellent for culinary uses, other are best in potpourri, while some make for interesting ornamental plantings ... If you are looking for leaves to add to a potpourri, the lemon basil is quite pleasing. (Westerly Sun, RI)
HEALTH BLOG: Mental health news and notes Jul 23, 2008
Mental health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Study: Viagra might help some women. (USA Today -- Money)
Steve Cahalan: Country Florals moves to Sparta Jul 23, 2008
Country Florals sells both fresh and silk flowers, as well as indoor plants, gourmet foods, potpourri, Red Wing pottery, gift items and Amish furniture, quilts, candy and rugs. It also sells other lines of candy before Christmas. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Marshfield designers open shop Jul 23, 2008
I originally discovered them at Potpourri Designs in Hanover, but it wasn t consistent, so it was a wonderful thing when they opened up here, she said. Their line has a lot of pizzazz to it, and when I want to be spruced up, I ll certainly shop there. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Restored to glory Jul 21, 2008
While the mansion may be the legacy of Chinese wealth, in truth the design of the building boasts a rich potpourri of different cultures. Chinese elements as seen in the Moongate doorway and balustrades, mixed with European influences, Dutch-style gables, Japanese brick buttresses (enacted during the Japanese occupation) and Moorish touches (as seen in the many horse-shoe arches usually found in Islamic countries) make up the odd exterior. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Two homes selected for Gardeners house tour Jul 19, 2008
Committee chairwomen are: Community Beautification-Lucille Barton, Creative Potpourri (house tour coordinators)-Jane Bagley, Judy Caristi, Maggi Johnson, Pam Palumboz; Hospitality-Etta Forti, Ann Toland, Carmela Varraso; Membership & Remembrance-Kelly Draicchio, Barbara Sullivan, Mary Ann Wilbur; Nominating-Christine Childstedt; Plant Therapy-Carol Morley; Program-Erin Wilson; Publicity-Ann Moore; Telephone-Phyllis Fillion, Maggi Johnson and Ways & Means-Janet Lawatch. Loading commenting... (Braintree Forum, MA)
Ghosts at the town library Jul 17, 2008
This particular event was Program No. 104, a Potpourri of Classic Jazz, presented by Dick Freniere. Dick, a commercial artist in neighboring Concord, is a longtime lover of this uniquely American art form and a storehouse of lore and personal recollections of the jazz giants of yesteryear. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Chef's Night In: Daniel Sudar's go-to dish is gado gado Jul 17, 2008
Literally "potpourri," it is a salad of cooked and raw vegetables drizzled with a warm, creamy peanut sauce. The year-round dish, he says, can be found everywhere in the Netherlands and Indonesia, a former Dutch colony. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Thrills on Georgia's Chatooga River Jul 15, 2008
The tussled-haired dude donning an oversized, David Byrne-esque suit jacket and pants squires a potpourri of tourists in his raft. We get McKee, who brings near-encyclopedic knowledge of the river and scenery, not to mention years of river cred. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
'Old' snow finds its way to welcome haven Jul 15, 2008
Those flooded weeds provide habitat for a potpourri of minnow-size fish and they are an important forage base going up the fish food chain, said Game and Fish Department's fisheries chief Greg Power. Even better, the 1,823. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Statehouse Roundup: Toasting pork Jul 15, 2008
Senators adorned an already well-prioritized super local transportation bond bill with additional priorities Thursday and higher education facilities, bridge repair, the environment, and the potpourri general government bond bill await. Next week will be the second-to-last before the close of business, leaving precious few hours for the time-consuming override sessions. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Trials can be unjust for world's best Jul 13, 2008
This potpourri of selection options must be downright confusing for the casual Olympic observer. Swimming and track and field do things the truly democratic way: The race decides everything. (USA Today -- Sports)
Magazine innovator Clay Felker dies at 82 Jul 3, 2008
"That talk about real estate, that talk about business, that talk about personal gossip, you know, what new play or movie, culture, you know, this potpourri.". Felker's editing at New York fostered the careers of such influential writers as Ken Auletta, Jimmy Breslin, Gloria Steinem and Gael Greene. (CNN -- Showbiz)
New York mag founder Felker dies Jul 2, 2008
That talk about real estate, that talk about business, that talk about personal gossip, you know, what new play or movie, culture, you know, this potpourri. . (MSNBC -- News)
2008 Arizona Legislature Jul 2, 2008
Identity theft protection, AIMS relief among bills passed. By Howard Fischer Capitol Media Services. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
A summer place to suit every urge, every taste Jun 29, 2008
Here is a potpourri of summery offers. Travelers who book a two-night stay at through Sept. 1 will get a $50 bonus rebate check within 4-6 weeks of their stay. (Boston Globe)
The Pear Tree brings taste of Europe to Cumming Jun 24, 2008
There are two bins of hand-cut potpourri that shoppers can ladle into small or large cardboard carry-out cartons ($5 and $10). Best-sellers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Custom retail brings shoppers out of Internet hiding Jun 20, 2008
Jumshyd has also expanded to include custom-made potpourri, which she says flew off the shelves during a trial run. Pages: 1. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
A Delightful Potpourri of Adventure, Mystery, and Romance -- New Book is An Entertaining Anthology of Short Stories Jun 14, 2008
Discover a delightful Potpourri of Adventure, Mystery and Romance as author Dimmon presents a fascinating anthology of short stories ... Potpourri of Adventure, Mystery and Romance * by Dimmon Publication Date: August 17, 2007 Trade Paperback; $8. (Primezone Releases)
After the second martini. Jun 14, 2008
He plays this chord repeatedly in the book, a potpourri of anecdotes and opinions about life in general and his in particular. He had a very strange experience as a graduate student at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government (which let the likes of Bill O'Reilly through its ivy-covered gates, he is careful to note, "in an effort to bring all sorts of people together"). (Slate)
United, US Airways to Charge $15 to Check Luggage Jun 14, 2008
Most U.S. carriers already have instituted a $25 charge for checking a second bag -- part of a potpourri of new fees that reflect a struggling airline industry passing along record fuel prices to passengers in the form of higher fares, fuel surcharges and service charges. As of July 1, Southwest Airlines will be the only U.S. carrier that permits two checked bags for free, according to air travel expert Tom Parsons, who expects still more service fees to come. (W-USA News, DC)
Senior class essayist Jun 13, 2008
To say the least, I was a potpourri of emotions. On this day, I experienced the most embarrassing moment of my life. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
With Vikings, Leading Man Rarely Returns Jun 12, 2008
Over the last decade, the Minnesota Vikings have used a potpourri of kick and punt returners, with the leading man from the previous season rarely repeating that feat. It looks like things will continue to change with the Vikings return men, which isnt a change at all. (VikingUpdate.com)
Letter: Comedy night was a Cole lot of fun Jun 10, 2008
Country Curtains, Northriver Outfitters, Upper Cut Salon, Open Doors, Michaels Salon, Potpourri Designs, Alison Weathersbee, Sarah Summers, Jennifer Weier, The Metzger Family, Eva Pickard, Trish Smith, Brenda Cobb, the Brown Family, Susan Barrett, the Lewis Family, Jack Suurhans and the Norwell Police, Department, the Forman Family, the Zayotti Family. Lisa Trojano, the Glennon Family, the Bergholtz Family, Cole PTO Steering Committee, Michelle Bickford, the Johnson Family, the Geraghty Family,... (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Manuel-Rollins incident staged? Jun 8, 2008
Rollins has freely admitted that there have been multiple occasions that he hasn't run out a grounder or pop-up, while Manuel is as popular as ever in the Phillies clubhouse, a focused potpourri of gamers who are as quotable and accessible as any Fightin's club in recent memory. But if Manuel played the appropriate irate part in the post-game press conference, badgered by local media who couldn't understand three times what he meant by "I don't have to talk about it" to the point that he finally... (NJ.com -- Sports)
History and Culture of Dianthus Jun 5, 2008
Pinks dry well and are a nice addition to potpourri and sachets. They are best dried when they first bloom out. (Suite101.com)
