West Berkeley: Fourth Street Oct 5, 2009
But that all changed in the late 1980s, when developer Denny Abrams began to transform the half-mile stretch between Hearst and Virginia streets into a popular weekend destination for strolling and shopping with its mix of chains like Crate and Barrel, indie specialty shops like the Molly B. boutique and home decor store the Gardener, and hangout places like Peet's Coffee. As the shops came in, some artists were forced out. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Vendor Spaces Available For Bartow Lioness Bazaar Oct 4, 2009
Free coffee and donuts will be available for vendors ... The Lioness Club will have flea market items and also will sell food such as hot dogs, chili, baked goods, coffee, and cold drinks. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Tour solar, bake cookies, shop for antiques Oct 3, 2009
It starts at 9 a.m., at the Meals on Wheels facility, and ends at 1 p.m. Coffee and refreshments will start the day. The tour is sponsored by Historic Trails RC&D, Natrona County Diversified Energy Committee, Meals on Wheels and Casper College. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
City's fall festival is Saturday Oct 1, 2009
Hat Creek Candle Co. and Berres Brothers Coffee Roasters will be giving tours throughout the day. Reservations can be made by calling Hat Creek Candle Co. at 262-9995 and Berres Brothers at 1-800-233-5443. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Coffee klatches are not always about having a cup of java Oct 1, 2009
Visit any town and you ll find coffee klatches sprinkled around in any store that will allow their presence to evolve. It could be in a fast food restaurant s corner, the last booth or tables in an established local restaurant or possibly - even a library s coffee/pastry shop ... Coffee klatches are healthy because they release pent-up frustrations that may have lingered and sometimes festered for weeks or even months. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Community Calendar and Area Events Sep 30, 2009
And - you won t want to miss the Decadent Desserts, coffee, tea and punch ... Music, games and pool every Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Youth Coffee House for middle and high school students ... Youth Coffee House every Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Lake Wales Care Center. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Marketing professor to speak at Fresno State Sep 30, 2009
mode (using Fresno State's peach ice cream) from Scoops, Soups Fabiano's Coffee Roasting Co. will serve its peaches-and-cream coffee. And Glacier Bay Shaved Ice will serve Peach Shaved Ice. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
* Fire strikes at Chiang residence Sep 30, 2009
The fire damaged or destroyed sofas, coffee tables, display shelves and other items. Fortunately, it was put out before it spread to the rest of the building, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Garden Court Cafe sold Sep 25, 2009
e cheese blend and fruits and nuts from the Epicurean Connection; chips and salsas from Maya restaurant; mini bagels with cream cheese served by Stuart Teitelbaum of Homegrown Bagels (he's making his fab pizza again) and Barking Dog cookies, coffee and ice tea. H H H. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Man builds up antiques collection as company tears down Sep 22, 2009
Besides the bottles, Bell has an old ice crusher and a wheel-turning coffee grinder. He made room in the back of the store for a barber shop chair - every good general store had a good barber, Bell said - and a coal-burning stove. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Community calendar Sep 19, 2009
Serving Bethel burgers, potato chips, chips, pie, cake and ice cream, plus iced tea and coffee. A free-will donation will be accepted for the New Roof Fund. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
Meanwhile, the Waroeng Shanghai 1920 Caf , which recreates the atmosphere of a simple coffee bar in 1920s Batavia (Jakarta), is owned by a ShanghaineseBetawi (Batavian) couple. This is the Hotel Tugu Malang, one of Indonesias most imaginative, most eclectic hotels. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Focus shorts Sep 19, 2009
The menu will include pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, coffee, oange juice and milk. Tickets are $5 each and proceeds will benefit the Rainbow Assembly. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Let the festivities begin Sep 19, 2009
Items include jewelry, quilts, blankets, pottery, wood crafts, dried floral arrangements, soaps, candles, books, coffee, jams and jellies ... Homemade ice cream, cookies, lemonade and coffee will be served during the event that begins at 1 p.m. Sunday on the church lawn. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
Copies are available free of charge at the Douglas and Sierra Vista Campus libraries and bookstores, as well as at local city libraries, the Bisbee Coffee Company and Atalanta s Bookstore. DANCE. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
The Fives: South Dakota for sale, trinket by trinket and beyond Sep 15, 2009
The real question one always thinks about with such items on eBay, though, is: Why didn't I just tear it down at the local coffee house or offer 20 for it back in 1998. Rapid Reply. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Lats lovable characters brought to life at shopping mall Sep 14, 2009
Every RM100 spent entitles customers to one contest entry and free festive packets, while for every RM300 they spend, they will receive a limited-edition Lat collectible and coffee vouchers. As part of Surias annual charity event, underprivileged children from Rumah Anak Yatim Baitul Ummah will be treated to a shopping spree and a special breaking of fast celebration. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
List of upcoming church bazaars Sep 14, 2009
Free coffee will be served all day ... Details: There will be rolls, coffee, lunch, pies, baked goods, crafts and a white elephant sale ... Details: Menu includes scrambled eggs, sausage, homemade cinnamon rolls, hash browns, juice, coffee and milk. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
HOMEMergers & acquisitions Sep 14, 2009
Bay Area collectors are out bright and early every weekend - usually with a cup of coffee in one hand and a measuring tape in the other - on their way to another flea market, garage sale or antique fair ... Articles Bay Area collectors are out bright and early every weekend - usually with a cup of coffee in one hand and a measuring tape in the other - on their way to another flea market, garage sale or antique fair. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Region Roundup Sep 14, 2009
BOWMAN - The Southwest Healthcare Auxiliary will hold its annual pie and coffee social from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Friday at the Bowman City Hall. A freewill offering will be taken. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
* More than Miro Sep 12, 2009
We go for coffee in a tiny, very quiet square a few minutes walk away, a shop she likes because there are never any tourists there. Over drinks, she runs through her plans for our day, which will involve shops in the Borne area of Barcelona, to the east of the heaving Ramblas: its less well known and a little more genteel than the lively, noisy and chaotic Ravel area to the west, where we will finish the day. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Sept. 10 Around Town Sep 12, 2009
Donuts, Coffee, Baked Goods ... Bring your coffee, copies of your resume, business cards, your smile and your best effort. (Littleton Independent, MA)
It might be a cold winter, or not Sep 11, 2009
- Interest in frozen dinners, takeout coffee and bottled water is diminishing. - American life expectancy has risen 4. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Nature Inspired Home Decorating Pro... Sep 11, 2009
A Unique Family Memento Coffee Table or Headboard ... Step By Step Project to Make Your Own Memento Coffee Table ... Use shorter legs for a coffee table and taller legs for a foyer or sofa table. (Suite101.com)
Community Notes Sep 10, 2009
The menu will include pancakes, sausage, ham, eggs, toast, coffee and juice. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for ages 6-10. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Arc of Washington County plans benefit garage sale Sep 9, 2009
For early shoppers, coffee and donuts will be available, with barbecued hamburgers and hot dogs for lunch. All proceeds will benefit the programs and services of the Arc of Washington County, which has helped families with children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities since 1959. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
It's Promotional Day from Boar's Head at Yankee Stadium Sep 4, 2009
When you're not warming yourself with a hearty Boar's Head soup, you can even use the mug to keep your coffee hot, too. Contact Information: Gail Greco, Communications Manager 941-955-0994 e-mail. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Exploring San Francisco Sep 3, 2009
Grab a coffee at and browse the antiques and artifacts in the stores along Hayes. For some stylish vintage wear, step into Ver Unica at 437, or head around the corner to Revival at 112 Gough. (Suite101.com)
Brief Cases: Martial arts studio opens on Eastside Aug 30, 2009
She also is offering coffee and other beverages. The new cafe provides an opportunity to take a break from antiquing and get a bite to eat or drink. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lake Oconee visit was an inspiration Aug 25, 2009
One of her favorite spots is the porch, where she and Stephen enjoy sitting with their coffee and soaking up the lake views. The dcor: The couple hired interior designer Mary McWilliams of Atlanta-based MaryMac & Co. on a tight deadline because they wanted to entertain family last Thanksgiving. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
* Luxury inside: boutique bed-and-breakfast Aug 22, 2009
Then a set of matching red furniture: a weathered storage chest that serves as a coffee table; a large round rug underneath; a plush three-person sofa and matching pillows with frills. The suites also entertain some of Wangs quirky interests, such as vintage refrigerators. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Best Episodes And Quotes From Will ... Aug 21, 2009
In Season Three, Will and Grace fight domestically in this episode entitled "Coffee And Commitment" when attending their friends gay union ceremony, The true hilarity ensues as Karen, the resident lush, tries to help Jack overcome his caffeine addiction which he acquired while scoping out a hot guy at Starbucks. Quote- Jack(jumpy and edgy): Why isn't there any coffee. (Suite101.com)
World of Warcraft Jumps Into Print Aug 21, 2009
In fact, Future sees this magazine as something along the lines of a collectible coffee table book. Still, Future has chosen a difficult business model for the new publication. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
Steves: To market, to market in Provence Aug 20, 2009
I like to sip a coffee at a sidewalk table at Cafe de France and enjoy the carnival-like scene ... Neighbors can catch up on Henri's barn renovation, see photos of Jacqueline's new grandchild and relax over coffee. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Looking Back Aug 20, 2009
- 16 Dried Beef, 2 oz. glass - 10 Jelly Beans, lb. - 10 Coffee, R-Grocer, lb - 24 Oranges, doz. - 25 Head Lettuce, ea. (Kalona News, IA)
Cleanup can be a struggle for some Aug 19, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 11:34 PM PDT Clara Foster s Hope Street home is surrounded by lawn debris, wood scraps, rusting metal, vehicles in different states of repair, and random items such as a high chair and coffee cans. With the exception of a renter who helps out in exchange for room and board, Foster has lived in the home alone since her husband s death in 2005. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
The X Factor: Manila's Footwear Expo Aug 18, 2009
In the daytime, you can hide out from the heat in the cool confines of My Breathing Space, tel: (63) 929 450 7733, and sip a Philippine barako coffee (or, if you prefer, a Vietnamese rose tea) among a bewildering medley of model cats and novelty knickknacks. If you get hungry, you can order a thin-crust pizza at Bellini's, tel: (63-2) 913 2550. (Time.com)
Buoyed by fans back home, Peabody team ready to start Little League World Series Aug 18, 2009
The brothers, who grew up in Peabody, own and operate Boston Coffee Cake, a Haverhill-based bakery. When we played, those were our greatest years as kids, Mark Forman said. (Boston Globe)
Coach Berenato's Trip for the Troops: Day 6 (Yesterday) Aug 18, 2009
After a great workout (yes, I started working out)and large French coffee with double expresso, we left for a tour of the Air Force grounds and aircrafts ... The rec center was nice; pool, ping pong, TV, coffee stand(no, not like Jazzman's)and a table in the middle of the room. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sampler for August 13 Aug 14, 2009
During the year, "40th Anniversary" coffee mugs, book bags and T-shirts will be offered for sale. The co-chairmen of the 40th Anniversary Celebration are Jean Peters and Bill Castelli. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Community Events Aug 13, 2009
Homemade pies, ice cream and coffee will be served on Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Crandon Lodge No. 287 building across from Courthouse Square on Lake Avenue. Alvin Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department Labor Day Picnic will be held at Buchanan Park in Alvin on Saturday, Sept. 5. (Forest Republican, WI)
La dolce vita Aug 13, 2009
The single exception is a contemporary creation from the Veneto, the countryside outside of Venice, that has spread around the world: tiramisu, coffee-soaked ladyfinger cakes in a thick, sweet cream, dusted with bitter chocolate. Tiramisu aside, the baked goods associated with the city of canals primarily cookies and single-layer nut or fruit cakes are meant for dipping or munching with sweet wines or tiny cups of espresso. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Turn to Washington for great Cabernet values Aug 10, 2009
But there's cocoa and coffee nuance to it, and a suave kirsch tone amid lots of notably ripe blackberry. Very stylish, but well done. (San Francisco Chronicle)
J-Pop explodes: New People mall opening in S.F. Aug 10, 2009
Designed by the Japanese architectural firm Torafu as a giant art installation, there's a subterranean cinema (all Japanese contemporary movies, all the time) with a concession offering Blue Bottle Coffee and organic snacks from Delica. A retail operation called New People, The Store occupies the ground floor. (San Francisco Chronicle)
First indoor flea market soon to open Aug 6, 2009
Among the many stores that will be setting up shop there are a restaurant, a coffee shop, a pet shop, a beauty shop and barber, a Santa village, a locksmith and a mattress shop. Tour buses will incorporate it into their swoops through town on weekends, Donnellan said. (Lake Wales News, FL)
DAN KLINE COLUMN: Nothing ventured, nothing gained Aug 6, 2009
Someone should probably get a pot of coffee started. Swampscott native Daniel B. Kline's work appears in more than 100 papers weekly. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
More Businesses Turn to Twitter Aug 4, 2009
"It's more about risk of ignoring. If you're not there, your consumers are talking about your company in some way or another. Even if they're not talking about it on Twitter they're talking about it at a coffee shop or downtown.". Nancie Ravenel says it's impossible to know whether Twitter is driving visitors to the museum, but it is helping the museum communicate. (WCAX.com, VT)
Lulu is just across the street from Stella's Aug 3, 2009
She just had a show at the Soulard Coffee Garden. It s different than showing in Michigan, she said, adding there it was a social function where you expected to sell art. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Five Unique Places to Spend the Night Jul 31, 2009
It's beautifully decorated and there is a coffee caboose with coffee and pastries to start your day. Rooms start for just $125 a night a bargain in this pricey area. (ABC News)
Review: 'G-Force' Can't Recover From Nose Dive Jul 25, 2009
The group nevertheless rallies to help uncover the duplicitous dealings of industrialist Leonard Saber (Bill Nighy), whose big plans for world domination include evil coffee makers -- a feat, of course, already accomplished by Starbucks. But you don't come to see "G-Force" for the intrigue; you come for the talking guinea pigs. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Stay-at-home mother becomes decorating star Jul 25, 2009
A new coffee table can usually greatly improve a living room ... A: My signature favorites are starburst mirrors (I dig around for antiques), Bridgewater club chairs (English arms, delicately turned legs and a high, tight back), modern coffee tables, painted beds, upholstered dining room chairs, antiques that have a modern silhouette ... For accessories: glass hurricanes (they re very versatile; you can use them on a dining table, coffee table, a mantel), glass lamps with colored shades, brass... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Stockholm, Sweden Jul 25, 2009
The museum's Viennese-style cafe is the place to get creative with your coffee. and sample the famous Nobel ice cream. (CNN -- Travel)
Antiques lure treasure hunters to Sebastopol Jul 21, 2009
Serving organic coffee and Tulsi tea, Hardcore feels a bit like stepping to a Turkish bazaar, with its colorful lamps and hanging beads ... Don't miss the rich, organic coffee at the Taylor Maid booth. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
North Iowa Entertainment Briefs Jul 20, 2009
GRAFTON Author Dianna Nicolai of Riceville will do a presentation and book signing from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Grafton Public Library, 203 Fourth Ave. Coffee and dessert will be available. Nicolai s 2007 novel A Love Like That brought her notice at the 21st Annual North Iowa Writers Workshop. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Starbucks' corporate style tries for community image Jul 20, 2009
When it's a 15th Avenue Coffee and Tea. The ubiquitous coffee-shop giant is dropping the household name from its 15th Avenue East store on Seattle's Capitol Hill, a shop that was slated to close at one point last year but is being remodeled in Starbucks' new rustic, eco-friendly style ... Starbucks' logo will be absent, with bags of its coffee and other products rebranded with the 15th Avenue Coffee and Tea name. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Downtown coping with triple whammy Jul 19, 2009
Rebecca Franks, owner of A Slice of Heaven, a dessert, tea and coffee shop, said shes not surprised her business is off as a result of the recession. Im a luxury item, Franks said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
HouseWorks: Marriage of then and now Jul 17, 2009
In the living room of that same apartment I had a coffee table I had made by cutting the legs off an old library table. I d never do such a terrible thing again, but it definitely was a married piece. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
COLUMN: If only this area had a really sophisticated fest, like Tour de Fat Jul 16, 2009
Texas T wrote on Jul 15, 2009 9:37 AM:" Yes, you can get huge bottles of real vanilla for very cheap. Vanilla is very expensive in the states and they only sell the little bottles at the store. Also, kaluha is another item that you might like to get. I huge bottle of kaluha is about 12 bucks down there and would cost 24-30 here in the states. Great for your morning coffee. You can only carry over one bottle though so you better choose which one you want. Vanilla? Kaluha? Tough one. ". Most... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from ... Jul 15, 2009
Typically, pitchers, tea and coffee pots, chocolate sets, salt and pepper shakers, sugar and creamers and serving dishes were made from a finer grade material. Production of the Blue Ridge chinaware arrived in 1945 and resulted in beautifully crafted smooth textured porcelains. (Suite101.com)
Community Calendar Jul 11, 2009
In addition to food and snack items, they need unsealed cards and letters of support, hand-held computer games, travel-sized personal hygiene products, comic books, puzzles, playing cards, socks, watch caps, ground coffee, and many more items ... granola bars, instant oatmeal, sweetened drink mixes, ground or instant coffee, cocoa, tea, sugar & sweetener packets, small pop-top tins of tuna or chicken (no pork products), lunch packets of tuna or chicken w/crackers, fruit & fruit cocktails,... (KSBW 8, CA)
Admire the art in Cottonwood Jul 10, 2009
The Old Town Association is dedicated to revitalizing the older part of Cottonwood, which has restaurants, coffee shops, an antiques store, other shops and seven galleries. All of the art on display is by local artists. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Church roundup Jul 10, 2009
Child care provided at 11 a.m. Coffee hour at 12:15 p.m. Sundays. Archbishop Haverland's class "Anglican Catholic Faith and Practice" at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. (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)
Big Bear kicks into the holiday mode Jul 9, 2009
And then if you need some new art work to accentuate your Peddler s Market wagon wheel coffee table find, swing by the Pine Knot Village Art Walk Saturday and Sunday. More than 40 artists show their work and give live art demonstrations 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Furniture store moves to Northway Mall to boost sales Jul 6, 2009
The store will feature a coffee bar, children's playroom, and room planning and design services. Thomasville is holding a massive relocation sale in Troy, because nothing from the old store will move to the new. (Albany Business Review, NY)
