Attractions and Activities in North... Aug 30, 2008
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, 239 Turpentine Creek Lane, (479) 253-5841 refuge park for lions, tigers, bears and other animals, includes a gift shop and picnic area. Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Suite101.com)
'We Were Soldiers...and We Are Soldiers Still': Signed Books Available Aug 26, 2008
Each copy has silk moire end-sheets, gold edges and gold, foil stamping to the cover and spines along with raised bands and on the special, signed page the top bears the Combat Infantry Badge that so many veterans are so proud to know. In addition to thanking the authors, the dedication of the book reads. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Glacier Park: The next century - All kinds of fun lines drive to park Aug 20, 2008
The windows must be rolled up while you travel through Great Bear Adventure in search of bears, and on this hot summer day the temperature inside the vehicle quickly climbs to what must be 120 degrees ... But an employee was attacked and injured by one last year, the grizzlies are gone, and all there is that we can find are three black bears, two of them asleep and immobile back in the brush ... Cameron spots a couple animals far below us near Harrison Lake, but we're not close enough for him to... (Missoulian, MT)
Back-to-school fashion: New school outfits lurk in the closet Aug 19, 2008
McBratney swaps a pair of worn-only-once chocolate jeans for Arielle's standard blue denim and polishes them off with another jacket that still bears its Forever 21 tag (this one's green). Arielle is dressed for Thursdays. (USA Today -- Life)
What is an Heirloom? Aug 15, 2008
Each flower bears male and female parts the pistil is the female part of the plant with the ovaries that will ultimately become fruit; the stamen is the male part with the pollen that fertilizes the egg part of the fruit. In open-pollinated, or heirloom plants, pollination is caused by wind, bees, or other naturally occurring source. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
* 'Shinjuku' or broke Aug 6, 2008
Summertime also has a selection of other kawaii things made by local designers, including handcrafted teddy bears (NT$550) and bear-shaped wallets (NT$350) and keychains in the shape of soft-serve ice cream cones (NT$50). Sassy stickers by Taipei Bremen (NT$40 for an individual decal) will satisfy those who like their cute tempered with a bit of evil. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
AT TAHOE, WHAT'S INSIDE IS ALL ABOUT THE OUTSIDE Jul 31, 2008
"The antlers, the bears, it's all very cute for a while, and then it becomes very old very quickly," said Cathy Nason, whose Spirit Interior Design firm was chosen to do last year's Sunset Magazine Idea House at Gray's Crossing. "I work with so many people who have so much stuff yet are unhappy, so I work with them to shift the energy of a home to being more of a sanctuary.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Miller Shows Some Spirit Jul 28, 2008
On the other hand, New Line Cinemas bid for a new fantasy franchise, Chris Weitzs adaptation of The Golden Compass, starring Nicole Kidman, Dakota Blue Richards and many CG polar bears, yielded a more muted response. Kidman keeps rolling her tongue around something called "the Aletheometer lethiometer." Like Stardust, The Golden Compass features flying ships and witches. (Variety)
Beers with more alcohol, flavor gain market share Jul 27, 2008
The bears are awake and showing up around town. Post your photos. (Anchorage Daily News)
A new cowboy from the wild west Jul 26, 2008
Unkind folk have suggested the invention bears a remarkable resemblance to naphthalene, or the common household mothball. None of this should come as a surprise. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Ambling along Route 20: Author Mac Nelson's 20 West: The Great Road across America follows the highway from coast to coast Jul 22, 2008
This is the great park seen from a tent, spiced with some history--most hilariously, the efforts to attract bears to entertain the tourists by feeding them (the bears) garbage, a policy that was reversed in 1974. You'll especially enjoy meeting Ranger Ted. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Are the Braves done? Jul 21, 2008
Since Johnson dropped that popup against the Phils in June they have been the BAD NEWS BEARS. Chipper was not going to be the only one who was doing anything all year. Injuries killed them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Black Bear Inn Jul 18, 2008
The grounds are decorated with trickling fountains, lanterns and pine tree stumps carved into bears, eagles and foxes. Each room has a king-size bed with Ralph Lauren linens and a gas fireplace. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
For some, 'Made in China' doesn't fit Jul 15, 2008
She has been making Steiff toys by hand for 18 years in Giengen, the tiny south German town where the maker of collectible teddy bears - some worth hundreds of thousands of euros - was founded over 125 years ago. Chasing lower costs, Steiff outsourced around a fifth of its production to China in 2003 but has now decided to come back because of concerns about quality and staff turnover. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Community Events Jun 30, 2008
Hours are Friday and Saturday, 5 to 10 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. There will be games of chance, featuring Vera Bradley handbags and accessories, collectible dolls and bears and certificates for groceries. There will be a bake sale, silent auction, indoor flea market, giant cash raffle and live entertainment. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Obamas Face is Fashion Gold for Retailers Jun 30, 2008
There are campaign buttons, jewelry, teddy bears and even women's underwear thongs. And this merchandise is being sold online at unprecedented levels in a presidential campaign, according to academics and vendors. (Newsmax)
The Buzz: Get a Gold Star Jun 24, 2008
B. Two problem bears were killed at Fort Hoskins Park. C. A booth titled Meet a Black Guy, at the Corvallis Farmer s Market sparked conversation. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Classifieds 6/19/08 Jun 20, 2008
Antiques, furniture, bedding, Boyds Bears, decorative household items. GARAGE SALE June 19-20 9-4. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Pat Garrett's sheriff's badge nets $100,000 Jun 17, 2008
The stock, which bears Garrett's brand, was fixed with a rawhide band. It looks a little rough around the edges, but Martin said it was in firing condition. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Sports Briefs: Fundraisers this weekend for charity cross-country biker Katrina Miller Jun 4, 2008
There will also be antique gifts, furniture, handmade, artisan scarves and collectible teddy bears, as well as baked goods. Friday s sale runs from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., while Saturday s is from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Eveready Income Fund Announces 2008 First Quarter Financial Results May 9, 2008
The Advance is repayable on May 31, 2008 and bears interest at the same rates as the Revolver and Term facilities. The credit facilities are collateralized by substantially all of Eveready's assets, including a first charge on Eveready's accounts receivable, inventory, and property, plant and equipment. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Cle Elum's Interactive Toys offers special fun May 9, 2008
Limp skins of soon-to-be teddy bears, puppies or wolves lie ready for stuffing. Flying Monkeys (fit them over your fingers, pull back and let fly) sit poised for action. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Memories of Mom and the button cup May 8, 2008
Children attach themselves to teddy bears or a favorite blanket. For me, it was my mother's sewing kit and her tumbler of buttons. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Annual Wine and Dine a hit May 6, 2008
The next live item up for bid was a package of four Chicago Bears tickets (Nov ... I did bid on the Bears football. (Pekin Times, IL)
Drehs: Elia's tirade, 25 years later May 6, 2008
Long before Jim Mora snapped about "playoffs," Dennis Green "crowned" the 2006 Chicago Bears and Hal McRae cleared his office of everything he could get his hands on, Elia set the bar for postgame coaching meltdowns. . (ESPN -- Baseball)
More Community Calendar » May 3, 2008
"Lyra Belacqua is an orphan who lives happily among the halls of Jordan College, Oxford. When Lyra overhears the professors discussing a mysterious substance called Dust, which is rumored to possess profound properties that could unite the whole universe, she heads off on an adventure that puts her in the company with clans, gypitians and formidable armored bears in this fantasy adventure." This movie is rated PG-13 for sequences of fantasy violence. Seating is limited. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Is chimp with a message really Banksy? Apr 20, 2008
Certainly the chimp, which appeared on a tiny lane in Clerkenwell and in another in the West End, bears a striking resemblance to Banksy's famous Chimpanzee with Sandwich Board image. But those who believe it is simply a hoax point out that the stark message 'Vote Ken' demonstrates none of the subtle humour of Banksy originals, and that the images fail to interact intelligently with their surroundings - a hallmark of the street artist that has earned him so many fans. (Guardian Unlimited -- Politics)
Treasure hunters tell no lies Apr 19, 2008
They set a travel itinerary and run ads in local papers asking, "Do you have cash in your attic?" Much of their trade is in sports memorabilia, but they also want to see your vintage toys, old movie posters, mechanical banks and pretty much anything you have that bears an important autograph. Sometimes, 30 people are waiting in line to see what these two men think their prizes are worth. (News & Observer)
Community remembers Raymond King as benefactor Apr 9, 2008
Education in Calhoun and Gordon County also bears King s distinctive touch. He gave property for the new Primary/Elementary School complex, said Eddie Peterson, Calhoun city adminis-trator. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Ming Gold to Lead $167 Million Four-Day Auction in Hong Kong by Sotheby's Apr 7, 2008
The ewer, which bears the mark of the Emperor Qianlong, is carved in a similar fashion to a gold cup in Beijing's Palace Museum, Chow said. Sotheby's said it will also offer a blue-and-purple glaze imperial flowerpot, believed to be from the early Ming Dynasty. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
April 6 - 12 Apr 6, 2008
Probably not, but those flicks are the focus of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' "A Century Ago: The Films of 1907," playing tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. In addition to Thomas Edison's "The Teddy Bears," the program includes J Stuart Blackton's "The Haunted Hotel," Kelam Company's "Ben Hur," and Pathe Studio's "Les Kiriki, Acrobates Japonais" and "The Dancing Pig." Tickets are 5. Hungry like my best friend's girlfriend. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Lost art is alive and well Apr 4, 2008
O Callaghan also made a reproduction Elvis Presley belt at a customer s request and a gun holster for a man planning a hike in Alaska who feared he might encounter grisly bears. Creative approach. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Former Corrections Officer Accused of Receiving Stolen Property Mar 25, 2008
He's also accused of trying to sell a stolen Walter Payton Bears jersey on e-bay. Police say the victim spotted the stolen jersey on the website. (WKRC.com, OH)
* Bear Stearns staff selling memorabilia to raise funds Mar 23, 2008
"Be the first to get your paws on classic Bear Stearns memorabilia," touts the description for one of several stuffed toy bears on sale at a bargain US$5. 50. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rowing Hall of Fame dedicated at Mystic Seaport Mar 21, 2008
The Mystic exhibit bears an original printed program from the first regatta dating from July of 1839, just one of the many fascinating pieces of rowing heritage now on display. The current exhibition at the museum featuring rowing heritage is titled, "Let er Run" and has been co-curated by William Miller and Thomas E. Weil. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Day trip to LaGrange a (surprising) treat Mar 19, 2008
And the Rocky Branch Garden Center features fine arts and crafts, in addition to hard-to-find plants, including matted antique prints and hand-carved wooden bears, from local artists and those from around the world. Gardening isn't the only theme in town. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
N.H. man designed $20 gold coin being re-created by mint Mar 17, 2008
The coin bears the image of a woman holding a branch and a torch on one side. The back features an eagle flying under the sun. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
10 things to do this weekend Mar 7, 2008
GIVE. Chicago Bears coach Lovie Smith will be found not on the sidelines but in Soldier Field's Cadillac Club this Sunday. Mr. Smith and his wife, MaryAnne, are honorary chairs for the fourth annual CARE TO CURE: A SUNDAY BRUNCH. The seated brunch, silent auction and live music will help raise funds to send children with Type 1 diabetes to summer camp. (Crain's Chicago Business)
All the Best Mar 6, 2008
Not just for the pre-school set, audiences of all ages will be mesmerized by the adventures of the cow attempting to jump over the moon and the three bears and their three chairs escaping from their portrait. Performances are Saturdays: March 8, 22, 29 and April 5 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; and there are two Spring Break performances at 11:30 a.m.m March 18 and March 21. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
• Cabbage Patch comeback kids Feb 23, 2008
Play Along launched a Care Bears 25th anniversary bear last year, and proved that marketing the product throughout the year can spur anticipation for the product among retailers and consumers, she said. To generate buzz about the comeback Kids, Play Along partnered with Miami-based Burger King Corp. which has committed to a BK Kids Meal promotion from Feb. 11 to March 9. (Q13.com, WA)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Feb 17, 2008
Cyclone bears down on Madagascar. MOST READ. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
On display (49) Feb 15, 2008
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, 1945 S.E. Water Ave. On exhibit: Ends of the Earth: From Polar Bears to Penguins. Playing in the Omnimax Dome Theater: Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure, The Living Sea, Coral Reef Adventure and Dolphins. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Have bed, will travel Feb 14, 2008
Equally fascinating are smaller items such as an apothecary box and a writing slope, a simple folding support that bears an uncanny resemblance to a lap top computer. The beauty of these objects is in their practical yet elegant design. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Rare book draws pretty penny at local auction Feb 12, 2008
Van Norman's copy is unique because it bears the thumbprints of three Native American men identified as being present at the Little Big Horn. One of the thumbprints is identified as belonging to White Bull Calf, 85. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Cashing in on Earnhardt doesn't feel right Feb 12, 2008
Seven years after his death, Earnhardt remains one of the most marketable figures in NASCAR. Many, me included, believe the notoriety of his death led to NASCAR's phenomenal growth in the first part of this decade (growth, incidentally, that continues to recede as many fans complain the sport bears no resemblance to what it was in Dale's day). No one could dispute Daytona International Speedway President Robin Braig when he said at the news conference, "We certainly make some money off of Dale,... (The Palm Beach Post)
Mag: Eric Adelson Feb 2, 2008
Covering the Bears -- from up close. Its sounds like a fairy tale. (ESPN -- NHL)
New DVDs: 3:10 to Yuma, Sunshine Jan 25, 2008
Eagle Vs. Shark New Zealand gets the Napoleon Dynamite treatment in this weird romance among misfits whose tone bears great resemblance to that earlier independent hit. The film follows the misadventures of a boorish video-game geek (Jemaine Clement) and the fast-food employee (Loren Horsley) who inexplicably adores him. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Top 10 Romantic Hotels for Valentine's Day Jan 18, 2008
- Amanjena Hotel Marrakech, Morocco For the self-indulgent Designed to conform harmoniously to its surroundings, Amanjena bears a distinct Moorish influence that stays true to the Islamic architecture of Marrakech. Pavilions with domed ceilings and king-sized platform beds, bathrooms in green Moroccan marble with deep soaking tubs create an air of decadence. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
The Return Of The One Acts Jan 18, 2008
I saw Larry Botjens at Three Bears and said, I want to direct. Smith remarked. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Three teen suicides shake Nantucket Jan 16, 2008
At the school, outside the conference room, someone has taped a handmade poster quoting Eleanor Roosevelt in black marker on a piece of green cardboard: "One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life." School officials and Nantucket and state mental health officials have been using the room to set up a suicide prevention program and, inside, the dry-erase board bears scrawled explanations about grief. Principal George Kelly has trouble finishing sentences when he talks about his... (Boston Globe)
Things to do Jan 11, 2008
Goose Creek State Park, 2190 Camp Leach Road, Washington, N.C., will sponsor the Tot Discovery program Hibernation Time 10 a.m. Why do bears sleep through the winter, and do they really do that here. Come and explore these questions during the hour-long tots program. (The Daily Reflector)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jan 7, 2008
HERALDRY (Stueck, Toronto Globe and Mail) -- TORONTO: In nearly 20 years as Chief Herald of Canada, Robert Watt helped design over 1,000 coats of arms, shaking up the centuries-old heraldic tradition with images of beavers and bears and mottoes written in, among other languages, Inuktitut. 750. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
We're going to be 'Great in 2008!' Jan 5, 2008
Over the past few years, you could see alligators, sharks, bears, leopards, magicians, artists and acrobats. You can t get that type of varied entertainment anywhere else in the county. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Ask Babe: More questions for the Babe Jan 3, 2008
The collection is complete through the last Super Bowl -- Colts vs. Bears. Each ticket is on a 12-x-9 inches. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
What to do with your parents' collections Jan 2, 2008
Many Depression-era parents were big collectors, and when they die, they often leave behind wall displays of bottle caps or souvenir plates, albums of baseball cards, shelves full of teddy bears or miniature cars and other knick-knacks that are seemingly useless or even bizarre. Children who clean out the house confront their parents' mementos as well as relics of their own childhoods. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
In memory: Glancing back at those lost in 2007 Jan 1, 2008
Tone was the patriarch of the historic Jack Tone Ranch, located north of Eight Mile Road along the long stretch of road that bears the family name. He was born May 13, 1909, to Grace and John N. "Jack" Tone. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
More baby boomers head to Mountain West Dec 29, 2007
Seasonal ranger John Kerr shows pictures of bears to tourists Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2007, in. U.S. Video. (Yahoo News)
Pay a visit to Prescott Dec 28, 2007
It's an up-close and personal look at tigers, jaguars, black bears, a mountain lion and creepy-crawlies such as those in the Tarantula Grotto and the soon-to-be completed Reptile House. Bring a picnic and let the kids unwind on the playground. (AZCentral -- Travel)
PHOTOS BY Mario Aguilar | GREEN VALLEY NEWSChristmas enthusiasts Barbara and Jerry Doerr relax in their living Green Valley home, surrounded by seasonal decorations that require about three weeks to set up for the most festive impact, including more than 20 Christmas trees of all sizes. A unique costume jewelry Christmas tree takes place of pride in the Doerr home, lighting up the wall with color and sparkle. Dec 23, 2007
Immediately after Thanksgiving, Barb said, she begins unpacking box after box of Christmas trees, ornaments, dolls, teddy bears, nativity sets and a plethora of everything Christmas. Jerry watches, and that s how the couple likes it. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Book offers good lessons to learn at any age Dec 17, 2007
Sun Publishing E-Papers Your world is just a click away. By Terri SchlichenmeyerSpecial to the Press. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Uglydoll fans show their love in a costume contest Dec 17, 2007
As at any good art opening, Giant Robot provided snacks - Gummi Bears, Red Vines, cheese and crackers, water and juice boxes. As Horvath requested in his Uglyblog, some fans brought photos with their Uglydolls to hang in the store window and enter for a photo contest. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Gingerbread men add spice to holiday ads; meet Kaiser's kid Dec 17, 2007
By Laura Petrecca, USA TODAY Playful polar bears ... Coca-Cola's holiday polar bears are back. (USA Today -- Money)
Santa's special helpers confess: Dec 16, 2007
This year, he spent 2,000 on teddy bears purchased at cost through Ellensburg Floral. (He also got donations of some of the Ty collectible teddy bears. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Girls Inc.Team Up! Review Dec 15, 2007
Guppy Games believes that change in the tide can also apply to mobile, and it's the driving force behind , a puzzle game that bears the Girls Inc. branding, a popular destination for younger women. This is a game that emphasizes cooperation and problem-solving, as three girls with different talents work through a series of challenges together. (IGN Wireless Games)
3 cheers for the holidays Dec 15, 2007
Won't Santa have fun filling these ornate bejeweled and brocaded stockings with teddy bears, candy canes, dolls and other goodies. WREATHS This year, start a tradition with a non-traditional holiday wreath. (AZCentral -- Home)
