Fire at Pa. upholstery shop destroys furniture, antiques Nov 11, 2009
And before Christmas. Christmas is our busiest time of the year. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Christmas history at Cameron House Nov 11, 2009
A STORY BEHIND EVERY ONE Bill Raup, of Milton, an avid antique Christmas ornament collector, finishes decorating one the trees that will be on display Thursday at the Cameron House, Route 405, south of Milton. At the Milton Historical Society meeting, Raup will share his vast knowledge of Christmas ornaments and trees, and offer free appraisals to those interested in finding out what their ornaments may be worth ... The Milton Historical Society will be opening the doors of the Cameron House... (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
`Noles Close Out Fall Season Nov 9, 2009
"We are going to get the girls in really good shape. It's will be a long two months but the most important thing is getting more fit so when we go home for Christmas we can come back in good form and be ready for spring.". Women's Volleyball - Football - Women's Volleyball - Academics - Softball - Football - Football - Football - Football - Women's Volleyball. (Seminoles.com)
Veterans Day parade is Saturday morning Nov 7, 2009
Published: Friday, November 6, 2009 11:09 PM CST Operation Christmas Child. First Baptist Church of Port Lavaca is asking for donations for Operation Christmas Child ... Northside Baptist Church will present its annual Christmas pageant, Silver Bells, Monday, Dec. 7, through Sunday, Dec. 13. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Gautengers saving Clarens Nov 7, 2009
"Just recently Mini-Cooper held their 50th birthday celebrations in Clarens Square and during this month (November) we host the 'Steelwings' Harley Davidson national rally as well as the annual Cherry Festival on 20 November. During the Christmas holidays there are various attractions including a flea market over the long weekend.". Tourists are often bussed in on day trips sometimes with large groups of international visitors. (iAfrica.com)
Brothers mark 20 years in collectibles biz Nov 5, 2009
Whats the big trend for Christmas. CG: Its the Zhu Zhu Pets. (Fresno Bee)
Veterans Day parade will be held Saturday Nov 4, 2009
Northside Baptist Church will present its annual Christmas pageant, Silver Bells, Monday, Dec. 7, through Sunday, Dec. 13. Tickets will be available beginning Monday, Nov. 16. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Mayes-Frierson-Fuston Home on Christmas Tour Dec. 4-5 Nov 2, 2009
The Mayes-Frierson-Fuston Home is one of the sites featured on the Christmas Home Tour, sponsored by the Maury County Chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities. Christmas in Columbia A 19th Century Historic Home Tour is scheduled for Friday-Saturday, Dec. 4-5. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Sand man, bring me a castle Nov 1, 2009
Throughout December, the castle and guesthouses are decked out for the Christmas holidays. 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon (San Luis Obispo County). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Christmas parade Dec. 5 Oct 31, 2009
Christmas Parade plans were finalized at this month s Thorndale Area Chamber of Commerce board meeting ... A special feature this year is a Christmas Quilt drawing because of the generosity of Lanette Tucker ... In addition, the TACC will again sponsor the Christmas Lights display area on Highway 79 next to the Thorndale Meat Market. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
November events Oct 29, 2009
6 - Christmas treasures: Shop for unusual gifts at Edinboro United Methodist Church's Holiday Village of Christmas Shoppes, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., 113 High St., Edinboro ... Holiday show: Erie Playhouse presents Christmas Belles, 7:30 p.m., 13 W. 10th St. Tickets: $13 and $21 ... Holiday finds: Findley Lake Fire Department ladies auxiliary hosts a Christmas bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Findley Lake Fire Hall on Main Street, Findley Lake. (Erie Times-News, PA)
A collector scares up plenty of spooky stuff for Halloween Oct 28, 2009
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Farm Bureau barbecue set for Thursday Oct 21, 2009
Travis Middle School Garden Club will be selling its Christmas poinsettias in red, pink or white for $12. 50 for a six-inch pot. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Kyneton calling Oct 20, 2009
Next class is Saturday, November 14, and the theme is Christmas out of the wood-fired oven. NO. 72 ANNIE SMITHERS' BISTROT & PRODUCE The visionary. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Wabeno Christian Thrift Store to celebrate first year in own building Oct 20, 2009
Join in the celebration by visiting the store on Saturday, Nov. 7, when the stores Christmas display will be ready ... Marking its anniversary and presenting its Christmas display, the store will open again on Saturday, Nov. 7 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and continue to be open Monday, Nov. 9, through Saturday, Nov. 14, and resume regular open days after that. (Forest Republican, WI)
Get Creative Oct 17, 2009
I love people watching and dog watching at Piedmont, going to see the lighting of the Christmas tree (both Macys and Atlantic Station), any type of festivals such as the dogwood festival etc ... Best Free Date: Go to the library and read together Go to yard sales or flea market for some interesting finds Volunteer somewhere Thanksgiving Day lighting of the Great Christmas Tree Christmas parades ... During the holiday season I have always gone on dates that included seeing Christmas lights... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Stitch for a niche Oct 17, 2009
Photo 1 of 1 COOS BAY Halloween is Stacey Kelley s Christmas. The seamstress is steeped in costume orders. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Business Group 30 Years Old Oct 16, 2009
The group also hosts or sponsors several annual events downtown, including First Friday, Springfest, Summerfest, the annual Christmas Parade, and First Eve. "Over the years this organization has done a lot," Zywocinski said, "We are here to promote business, but we are also big into philanthropic things that will help make Southern Pines a better place for everyone.". (The Pilot Newspaper)
Margaret Fulton turns 85 Oct 15, 2009
As Australia's most famous cookery writer prepares to celebrate her 85th birthday with a cake from patissier du jour Adriano Zumbo and the paperback release of her 21st book, Margaret Fulton Christmas, she still knows how to work a room. "Margaret's amazing: she marshals her energy really well," says Preston. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Tale of the Christmas Nutcracke... Oct 15, 2009
The Tale of the Christmas Nutcracker. The Tale of the Christmas Nutcracker ... A Christmas Favorite, Its History is Rich with Tradition and Color. (Suite101.com)
Store owner hammers out a simple living Oct 14, 2009
(The store is busiest during the fall and Christmas shopping seasons. Others boost company sales through its 170-page catalog or extensive Web site, which features a toll-free 24-hour order line. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Salon keeps Evans in style Oct 12, 2009
"We got so close that we would go out to eat and have Christmas parties. We called ourselves the Thursday Girls," she said. When someone becomes Mrs. Floyd's client, she sticks with them until the end. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Holiday sales events at warehouses, outlets Oct 12, 2009
If prices at 50 percent off wholesale get your adrenalin going, then zip on down to importer Winward International, where you'll find a top-notch presentation of high-quality Christmas ornaments and holiday decor ... 50 to $58; holiday trees from $14 to $28; Christmas ornaments at $1 to $3. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Final year for 'Bazaar Women' Oct 12, 2009
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2009 11:08 PM CDT Christmas decorations, antiques and more fill two back rooms of the fellowship hall at Point Comfort United Methodist Church, where the United Methodist Women s group is preparing for their 55th annual church bazaar ... You can find gifts and get your Christmas shopping done early, Hazel said. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Gifts for Couples who Like to Enter... Oct 11, 2009
Make Unique Gift Baskets as Christmas Presents for Married Couples. Need ideas for Christmas gifts for married couples ... Make unique gift baskets as Christmas presents for couples who like to entertain. (Suite101.com)
Payless praised Oct 6, 2009
The Copper Cove Lake Tulloch Owners' Association on Thursday honored Payless for its support throughout the year for various association events, including the Fourth of July picnic, Easter egg hunt, flea market and Christmas bazaar. Proceeds from those events go to the Copperopolis Library or area charities. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Pieces of history Oct 6, 2009
During the winter months, she remembers cheery Christmas window displays and free holiday gift-wrapping. Ice skating on Klamath Lake was a popular pastime. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
West Berkeley: Fourth Street Oct 5, 2009
Held each year between Thanksgiving and Christmas, this shopping event draws big crowds. This year's map and listing are at berkeleyartisans. (San Francisco Chronicle)
How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantle ... Oct 4, 2009
Whether that means creating a permanent interior decorator inspired display or a festive holiday vignette for Christmas or Thanksgiving, the beauty of mantle d;cor is that it can be changed whenever and as often as desired. The Magical Design Illusion of Mirrors. (Suite101.com)
Vendor Spaces Available For Bartow Lioness Bazaar Oct 4, 2009
Locally, the Lioness Club sponsors an area-wide Christmas party for the blind and provides a scholarship for a student at Polk State College. Further charities include the Women s Care Center, the Salvation Army, Bartow Church Service Center, Bartow Public Library, the Just Say No program among others. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Monterey Historic State Park leads shutdown Sep 30, 2009
8-11) and Christmas in the Adobes (Dec. 11 and 13) are ways to get inside the historic sites. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
A Woodbury Church Is Seeking Guidance Sep 25, 2009
Taylor said the Country Loft option would enable the church to hold three masses and also eliminate the need to use Nonnewaug High School for the jam-packed Easter and Christmas services. Ms. Butkus said that traffic concerns were brought up at the meeting this week, and noted that the property can have a separate entrance and exit, and there is plenty of room parking. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Community calendar Sep 19, 2009
Great River Players auditions for Christmas Variety Show 6 to 8 p.m. GRP Central, River City Mall, Keokuk ... Great River Players auditions for Christmas Variety Show 1 to 3 p.m. GRP Central, River City Mall, Keokuk. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
During November and December, the TAA crafters will present their annual huge Christmas Craft Show ... The annual Christmas season concert will take place at St. Patrick Church on Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 3 p.m. In 2010 the Hard Times/Great Music concert will be reprised in Bisbee on Jan. 23 and Jan. 24 and in Sierra Vista on Feb. 22. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Farm festivals bring in fall harvest season Sep 17, 2009
Christmas Tradition at Turkey Creek Christmas Tree Farm (211 Wade Morgan Road, McCormick). 10 a.m. to dark Fridays and Saturdays; 1 p.m. to dark Sundays, beginning Friday after Thanksgiving. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
List of upcoming church bazaars Sep 14, 2009
Those in attendance will have a chance to win one of several Christmas trees in the Christmas tree hunt ... What: Christmas bazaar and soup luncheon ... Details: Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The bazaar will feature quilts, Christmas greens, a cookie room, candy corner, harvest room, like-new items and a silent auction. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Antiques are in his genes Sep 11, 2009
"My aunt was an antique dealer," he said "She had a great eye and I think it was genetic. At a glance Uniques uesOwner: Rusty RouleauAddress: 31 Vaughan Mall, PortsmouthPhone: 436-2009Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., seven days a weekOnline: www.UniquesAnd AntiquesChristmas.com "My grand opening was on Saturday, and I exceeded my projections ... "Rouleau began working in retail at age 18, and for the last 27 years he worked for Linda and John Svenson, managing their store, The Christmas Dove in... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
It might be a cold winter, or not Sep 11, 2009
Possible snow in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, sunny and cool for Christmas and sunny and seasonable for Masters Week with a chance of thunderstorms. Will all that happen. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Hot Springs businesses collaborate to nab bad check writers Sep 10, 2009
They acted like they were buying Christmas gifts, Larive said. They had a pretty hefty amount, around 200 worth. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
Mannheim Steamroller kicks off their Christmas tour at 7:30 p.m. NOV. 17 at Morrison Center for the Performing Arts on the Boise State University campus, 1910 University Drive, as part of the Fred Meyer Broadway series ... Kurt Bestor Christmas concert, 7:30 p.m. DEC. 16 in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall at Stephens Performing Arts Center, 1002 Sam Nixon Ave., as part of Idaho State University's "A Season of Note" series ... "A Christmas Carol" production at 7:30 p.m. DEC. 18-19 at Morrison... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Enamored by ornaments of Christmas past Aug 27, 2009
Is it time to start thinking about putting up your Christmas decorations ... It's only August, but early this month, 375 self-described Christmas addicts from the Bay Area and around the country traipsed through the drab carpeted hallways of the Doubletree hotel in Sacramento on the hunt ... They were members of the Golden Glow of Christmas Past and they were "room hopping," looking for that special bit of love in the form of a whimsical 1960s Italian glass ornament, a tried-and-true Dresden, a... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Seattle Sounders FC hitting all the right notes Aug 20, 2009
Roth founded Revolution Studios, which released films such as Black Hawk Down, Anger Management, America s Sweethearts, and Christmas with the Kranks. Garber encouraged Roth to visit Vancouver, Portland, and Seattle to see which would be a fit for him. (Boston Globe)
UP FOR AIR: Refrigerator magnets get a reprieve Aug 20, 2009
I do know people who have started Christmas shopping and in fact I know one who has probably finished ... The mailman hates me; I am getting easily a dozen catalogues a week, and although none of the senders is reminding me about Christmas shopping, I know just what lurks in their ulterior motive with an August attack. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Gifts for Dog Lovers Aug 18, 2009
T-shirts, hats, towels, mugs, glasses, pins, necklaces, cuff links, plaques, mouse pads, Christmas ornaments, and even socks are some of the options. There are garden flags, decals, cookie jars, videos, CDs, DVDs and much more. (Suite101.com)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Aug 13, 2009
Five chaplains were presented with a set of four banners each: a Christmas banner, an Easter banner, a patriotic or Thanksgiving banner, and a banner featuring a non-seasonal scriptural inspirational theme. The banners were on display at the final concert at First Church, Jackson. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
A household name Aug 10, 2009
He worked through the Christmas holiday and then moved back to Augusta to take over Trash and Treasures and be closer to his family. "I made the deal. I'll give you $200 a week for the rest of y'all's life. The best deal I ever made for him and me," Bill said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Knox County Fair Open Class Results 2009 Aug 9, 2009
Wreaths/Christmas No entries ... Christmas figures No entries ... Christmas No entries. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
List of this weekend's festivals Aug 9, 2009
Disney's "A Christmas Carol" Train Tour, Audubon, Friday, August 7th - Sunday, August 9th ... com/disneypictures/christmascaroltraintour. (WWLTV.com, LA)
First indoor flea market soon to open Aug 6, 2009
Bargain City will be open from 9-9, seven days a week and closed only for Christmas and New Year s.. There will be activities available for kids, including an arcade and more. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Bucks County PA - NYC Day Trip Aug 4, 2009
Washington s famous crossing of the Delaware, a turning point iof the Revolutionary War, took place on Christmas Day, 1776 in Bucks County. The crossing is re-enacted each Christmas. (Suite101.com)
Buffett Loses to Desmarais as Power Beats Berkshire With a 15-Year Return Jul 31, 2009
In December, he attended Christmas services there with the maids, cooks and gardeners who work on his property. Cirque du Soleil. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Need a few bucks? Hold a yard sale Jul 25, 2009
A few extra dollarsOrganizers don't keep count of how many people come to the sale, though the normally desolate intersection outside the tiny town of Karthaus looked like the parking lot of a suburban strip mall during Christmas shopping season on the first day of this year's event. Cars were tightly packed into rows, with more vehicles hugging the shoulders of the roads, as prospective visitors shopped for bargains. (MSNBC -- Business)
Need extra cash? More turning to yard sales that stretch for miles Jul 25, 2009
Organizers don't keep count of how many people come to the sale, though the normally desolate intersection outside the tiny town of Karthaus looked like the parking lot of a suburban strip mall during Christmas shopping season on the first day of this year's event. Cars were tightly packed into rows, with more vehicles hugging the shoulders of the roads, as prospective visitors shopped for bargains. (USA Today -- Money)
This year, Christmas bells ringing in July Jul 20, 2009
comSears is touting cold-weather gear and snow-topped porcelain collectibles on its Web site and in some stores this month as part of its Christmas in July promotions ... CHICAGO - With only 160 shopping days left, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in some stores ... After U.S. retailers posted 10 straight months of sales declines, some chains are trying to bring holiday spirit and revenue to the summer with "Christmas in July" promotions. (MSNBC -- Business)
Other Emmy nominations: Best hairstyling? Choreography? Title sequence? Jul 17, 2009
A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift Of All Song Title: Much Worse Things Comedy Central Spartina ProductionsAdam Schlesinger, Music ByDavid Javerbaum, Lyrics By ... A Muppets Christmas: Letters To Santa Song Title: I Wish I Could Be Santa Claus NBC Muppets Productions in association with The Walt Disney StudiosPaul Williams, Original Songs By ... 30 Rock Christmas Special NBC Broadway Video, Little Stranger, Inc. in association with Universal Media StudiosElaine Stritch as... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
East Osage Merchants Join Forces to Lure Shoppers Jul 16, 2009
She started last Christmas by organizing a Christmas on the Plaza event. Merchants offered free gift wrapping, a lighting contest and sale items - and Santa Claus visited all the stores. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Church roundup Jul 10, 2009
BETHLEHEM - Bethlehem First UMC, 709 Christmas Ave. Communion services at 8:30 a.m., contemporary celebration at 9:30 a.m. and traditional services at 11:50 a.m. Sundays ... BETHLEHEM - Nativity Lutheran Church, 799 Christmas Ave., will have an Indoor Flea Market from 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Meyer takes grand sweepstake prize in open class antiques Jul 10, 2009
Bank: 1st - Loretta Lunderville, 2nd - Pat Mathews, 3rd - Larry Meyer; Book: 1st - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 2nd - Christine Sommerfeld, 3rd - Larry Meyer; Book, children s: 1st - Lois Paquette, 2nd - Homer Peloquin, 3rd - Mary Jane Griffin; Brass or copper item: 1st - Randy Petska, 2nd - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 3rd - Sharon Starr; Buttons, collection, fancy, more than 36: 1st - Betty M. Nayes, 2nd - Loretta Lunderville, 3rd - Sandra Larsen; Cast iron item: 1st - Pat Mathews, 2nd - Jeffrey O. Wocelka, 3rd... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' Comic-Con Agenda is Full of "Firsts" Jul 9, 2009
Studio to Showcase Key TitlesPONYO, TOY STORY & TOY STORY 2 DOUBLE FEATURE, DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, ALICE IN WONDERLAND, TOY STORY 3 and TRON ... The filmmakers will be on hand to help Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures showcase a wide-ranging roster of upcoming films, including 3D juggernauts ALICE IN WONDERLAND, TRON and DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and animated gems THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PONYO and the TOY... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
» Readers pay tribute Jul 7, 2009
"We grew up on his songs, let it be Jackson 5, Christmas albums or solo hits. The world is yet to realize how much a person she has lost forever. May God bless his family and may his legend continue. Rest in Peace, Michael Jackson."--Gilbert AL Francis, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. "Sadness is no longer a word. My prayers for Michael was for him to have his comeback, and for people to realize that he did not hurt children. Instead, he embraced their non-judgmental attitudes and felt the most... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Charleston: Most polite, for a pittance Jul 3, 2009
Most folks arrive by car and your first stop should be the Visitor Center on Meeting Street, which is built in an old railroad warehouse and open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day ... From the park, it s just a short walk to the popular open air City Market, where you can see, and if budget permits, buy, everything from Charleston refrigerator magnets to paintings by local artists and jewelry (former President Bill Clinton was seen buying turquoise jewelry from a stand after... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
DVDs fail to make move to new home Jun 21, 2009
A DVD rack was pulled apart, bedroom furniture nicked and scratched, and a box of Christmas bulbs shattered. In total, the MacLeods estimated their damage at $2,145, including a $300 tip they gave to the movers. (Albany Times Union)
Fudge shop moving to Princeton Depot Jun 18, 2009
Gift items she will sell are candles, jams and jellies, city of Princeton and covered bridge souvenirs plus Christmas ornaments and pencils. Diller still wanted to sell her 150 flavors of fudge she makes at fairs and festivals during the summer and fall months. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Flea market must do for salers Jun 17, 2009
One can find appliances, books, dishes, luggage, desks, tools, sporting goods, toys, electronics, gardening equipment and live plants, snow blowers, bikes, skis, all things Christmas, stuffed animals, puzzles, videos, linens and more. For golfers, there is a vast supply of gently used golf balls. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
A gathering of angels Jun 16, 2009
"Their mother said I had her children sounding like singing angels and handcrafted a small beaded angel for me as a Christmas gift," Stanchfield said ... She displays most of her collection on the fireplace mantle of her Ormond Beach home and makes only a few small adjustments around the Christmas holiday. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
