In tough economy, schools downsize homecoming dances Nov 21, 2008
"I heard money was really tight, especially in our household," said Desiree Banton, a 16-year-old who attends a technical school and was trying on peach, lime green and bright blue gowns. "And my birthday is around the same week, so I knew it was gonna be really difficult to get everything done for homecoming.". (USA Today -- News)
At home with chef Tyler Florence Nov 20, 2008
Florence joked that, in their household, his wife is "the vice president of everything. She holds down the fort and makes sure that our professional and family lives are balanced.". These days, that is no easy feat. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Out & About: Rock 'n' Bowl, Wash Day art, comic show Nov 14, 2008
About 30 households participated and 20 artists created paintings; many artists painted at more than one household. All are welcome to attend the Wash Day Project exhibition opening reception on Friday, Nov. 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Seacoast Science Center, Odiorne Point, off Route 1A in Rye. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Obama's victory is historic, but now the real work begins Nov 11, 2008
My household is doing better now than it ever has. We've decided to diversify our investments outside the market as a result of it's volatility, but we are still investing. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Nov 6, 2008
Nov. 1 Racine Lutheran High School, 251 Luedtke Ave., Racine (handicap accessible), 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Handmade crafts, holiday decorations, jewelry, antiques and collectibles, toys, gift items, household helpers, freshly baked goods, caramel apples, home made candy, books, dolls, fresh fruit and vegetables, antique linens and several outside vendors. Buffet lunch of roast loin of pork, green beans, baked apples, pea salad, fruit salad, relishes, Italian bread, cranberry sauce, beverage and... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Leeward Community College Family Fun Fair goes green Nov 5, 2008
A unique feature will be drive-through, drop-off recycling of cans and bottles, printer cartridges, cell phones, laptops, household goods and clothing. The 2009 New Car Show features energy efficient models. (Honolulu Advertiser)
What's ahead Nov 5, 2008
Household items, antiques and collectibles will be available, with profits to benefit the ETPA general fund ... Vendors will be there with antiques to household items. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
A plainly lovable game Nov 4, 2008
It combines extraordinarily accessible game design all you do is move, jump and grab stuff with a ridiculous amount of charm and an unexpected level of artistic sophistication (the game's digitally recreated household objects are absolutely spot-on). The result is something that ought to appeal to members of just about any culture, gender and age. (Globe and Mail)
Out & About: Dolls, bears, books, crafts and the big parade Oct 31, 2008
Clothing for men, women and children, plus household and miscellaneous items will be available. 926-2644. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Former county resident pleads guilty to stealing mother's jewelry Oct 30, 2008
Former county resident pleads guilty to stealing mother's jewelry. The Greensboro, N.C., resident pleaded guilty to theft by receiving stolen property on the day she was scheduled to begin a three-day trial. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Flea market debuts in Wilmington Oct 29, 2008
The merchandise available for sale includes everything from jewelry, to household goods, to quality antiques and even carousel horses from real carousels. You never know what you will find here, said founder and market manager Vince Trant. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
* COMMUNITY COMPASS: Pigeon Post Oct 28, 2008
Items offered at the sale include clothing, household items, electronic appliances and furniture, TAS said in a press release. The proceeds from the Flea Market will go to the Orphanage Club to provide funding for needy children and orphans in Taiwan [and] overseas, it said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Valley events Oct 23, 2008
Hannah s also accepts household items, furniture, clothing, ladies, men s and children s cloths, shoes, handbags, used cell phones and jewelry. Items should be cleaned and gently used. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Consignment Sales Rise as Economy Falls Oct 15, 2008
Classified ads for furniture and household items on are up nearly 100 percent from last year, spokeswoman Susan MacTavish Best said in an e-mail. "Our savvy, penny-pinching users are responding to the unruly economy by selling and trading goods for quick cash in their wallets.". (Washington Post -- Technology)
Experienced shoppers find the right price at yard sales Oct 11, 2008
Cole says she can find clothes for as low as 50 cents to $1 and she s found household items for as low as $1. Oh, gosh, I would say I have saved over $1,000 on all the good deals, Cole said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Candler Park home keeps charm, reduces carbon footprint Oct 8, 2008
Courtenay s mother, Diane McKinnon, owns an antiques business, and the Dusenburys household furniture combines antiques inherited from family or her mother s shop with pieces found in such stores as the Salvation Army thrift shop or gathered from the side of the road. This is so ingrained now that when we re driving, the boys will yell out, Treasure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
The church of rock Oct 3, 2008
From Oct. 17 to Nov. 15, artists will explore kitchen space from political, social, and economic perspectives in the exhibit "Kitchen Stories." On Oct. 18, the Nave is hosting a flea market with books, clothes, and household items. If you're looking for raucous dance parties or artwork that makes your head spin, this isn't the place for you. (Boston Globe)
HOLIDAY BAZAARS Oct 3, 2008
At this 23rd annual event, shop for handcrafted gifts and decor from Alaska and the Lower 48 including sparkling stained- and hand-blown glass, durable carved wooden toys, charming doll clothes and accessories, warm woolen and fleece apparel for your family, leather goods and wooden household accessories, beautiful linens, home decor and holiday items ready for your gift giving. A children's carnival with face-painting and cotton candy is always a favorite. (Anchorage Daily News)
A grocery co-op for Durham Oct 3, 2008
People who buy shares can add additional adults living in their household for $40 each. If you would like to learn more, visit the market's Web site at. (News & Observer)
Nintendo's Holiday 2008: Wii Speak Channel, Club Nintendo, More Surprises Oct 3, 2008
It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokmon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nearly half of Canadians haul off sidewalk freebies: survey Sep 24, 2008
A total of 79 per cent of those surveyed said they take the environment into consideration when getting rid of unwanted household items. The poll, carried out by Environics Research Group, also revealed that items taken include everything from furniture (52 per cent) and children's toys (20 per cent) to computers and electronics (16 per cent), and even antiques and art (22 per cent). (CBC.ca)
Canadians may be ashamed of their mid-morning activities Sep 23, 2008
Canadian clutter-collectors The research shows that Canadians are also clutter collectors and 2 in 5 (36%) Canadians are holding onto unwanted household items, especially those with children in the home. Fifty-three per cent of Canadian households with children ages 12 and younger are looking to get rid of household items like old furniture, books, and children's toys and clothes Why are clutter-collectors holding on. (Canada Newswire)
Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman considers politics Sep 22, 2008
Whitman also is taking back some household responsibilities from her neurosurgeon husband, Griffith Harsh, who picked up the slack to raise their two sons while she was at eBay for 10 years. "Between now and Nov. 4, 100% of my time is working for McCain," says Whitman. (USA Today -- Tech)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Sep 18, 2008
CAMPOS (Campos, SHNS -- Column) -- If the American economy really is fundamentally sound, as John McCain's economic adviser insists, it's only because the rich have gotten far richer over the last 30 years while median household incomes have barely moved. 650. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Trentonian Community Calendar Sep 18, 2008
Today 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothing, household goods and furniture, toys, jewelry. Grab bags on Friday and Saturday. (The Trentonian, NJ)
SkyZone and Universal Pictures Announce Partnership to Bring Two Classics to Mob... Sep 17, 2008
One of the most beloved comedy classics in history, Animal House delivered all of the outrageous antics of fraternity life as it made terms like "toga party" and "food fight" household names when it was released in 1978. Now, 30 years later, gamers can relive all of the mayhem in this interactive adaptation that puts them as a freshman pledge in Delta House tasked with helping Bluto, Otter, Boon, and the rest of the fraternity throw outlandish parties and foil the plans of Dean Wormer to shut... (IGN Wireless Games)
On display (43) Sep 12, 2008
East Linn Museum, 746 Long St. Farm machinery, household goods, tools, medical equipment, musical instruments and logging and mining equipment dating from the 1800s ... Waldport Heritage Museum, 320 N.E. Grant St. Exhibits of Native American history, the logging business, period clothing and household items, photographs and genealogical library. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Millionaire who had wife killed may get new trial Sep 9, 2008
Lita was to buy household items such as groceries from this, plus personal things such as clothing, gifts, gasoline and haircuts ... That sum was more than triple what he gave Lita to run the household. (The Palm Beach Post)
Food co-op marks one year Sep 7, 2008
In fact, the co-op has 850 members, which McCurdy points out is far less than the actual number of people who are members, because the 150 lifetime membership fee is per household. Saturday s event, which ran from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., was a chance for the group to let people know it is still thriving. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Nothing old about Media's Antiques Day Sep 5, 2008
"We are designing this event to bring greater visibility to Media's commitment to Fair Trade, to give people an opportunity to learn more about how even small purchasing decisions can have a dramatic, economic impact on farmers and workers around the world and hopefully to inspire others to learn more about how they can join this growing movement,'' said Elizabeth Killough, chair of America's First Fair Trade Committee. The weekend of Sept. 20-21 returns to the ultra-local Great Media Garage... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Weekend Calendar Sep 4, 2008
There are up to 85 vendors offer goods of every description from school supplies, sewing materials, videos, tools, spices, musical instruments, to household items. There is free admission and parking for a $1 entry donation. (Middletown Press, CT)
Garage Sales Aug 30, 2008
Boys 2T and up, Girls, Jr's, Womens clothes, household items, tons of misc ... Craftsman 21" push SP mower, household girls clothes 6T to Jr. Longaberger baskets, yard decor, bicycles, exercise equipment, commercial picnic table w/umbrella, antique iron fence advertising signs, lots of collectibles. 815-844-4571. 11770 E. North Road, 3 Family Garage sale, Girls clothing infant to 3T, also 14-16 Misses Sz. Sm, Med , Dresser, knick knacks, kitchen ware, Too much to list.320 W. North Street Friday... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Working poor Aug 24, 2008
The Contreras household communicates with the outside world only by face-to-face contact ... There are people worse off than the Contreras household. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
In Preparation for Fay, Chubb Readies Its Property Manager Service Aug 19, 2008
She recommended that homeowners prepare an emergency supply kit and listen for evacuation guidance from their local officials; clear loose objects from their property; reinforce windows and doors, including garage doors; clear rain gutters, downspouts and drainage ditches; move furniture and household fixtures away from exterior doors and windows; unplug and secure appliances; and test backup generators. Additional information on these and other pre- and post-storm measures is available at. (PR Newswire)
Classified 8/15/2008 Aug 16, 2008
8-12 Washer/dryer, furniture, Yugioh and Pokemon cards, clothes, household items, microwave and vacuum ... 8-1 Fridge, TV's, chest of drawers, lift chair, lawn mower, golf clubs, household goods, clothes. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Where's your favorite thrift store? Aug 14, 2008
Hands down best thrif shop for furniture and household items. I have furnished half of my house at the Step Up with nearly new items. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Google must stop snooping on us Aug 12, 2008
ONCE upon a time, back in the almost unimaginable days before Google was a household name and a search engine clicked by almost every computer user on the planet, three geeks were sitting in the company s modest office in California preparing to meet some possible new recruits. The geeks fell to talking about how they would like the company to be represented to the outside world. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Pembroke at boiling point over water woes Aug 12, 2008
Pembroke officials say town water could be safe to drink as early as tomorrow, but in the meantime residents will be forced to boil household tap water for everything from brushing their teeth to dishwashing ... Not all Pembroke households rely on the town water supply, but those who depend on town water are being told they should boil water for drinking and bathing. (Boston Herald)
Portsmouth area community calendar Aug 11, 2008
"Matryoshka Russian Nested Doll Painting Workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. 332-2255.SUNDAY, AUG. 24Portsmouthn "UNDERSTANDING OUTPATIENT CODING IN PROVIDER-BASED SETTING, where APC's meet RVU's" with featured speaker Laurie Desjardins, CPC, PCS, Sunday, Aug. 24. Sponsored by the Hampton Chapter of the American Academy of Professional Coders as they sponsor an educational cruise event to the Isles of Shoals, 315 Market St., Portsmouth. Open to the public. The cost is... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Appraisal fair to benefit Red Cross Aug 5, 2008
Sue Semb, estate and household sale consultant. Judy Shuster, antique doll specialist. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Are ads in comics still in business? Aug 4, 2008
" The test booklet you send for measures your ability to compose a picture, graphically recognize image elements that portray conflict, stability, rising and more. If you pass the test, you then get the privilege of enrolling in the school. Today, thanks to the Internet, you can take the test and other preliminary exams online. The tests from the comics and online are virtually identical what s changed is the method for taking the tests.Grit"You can be among the thousands of boys and girls in... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Sold, not really Aug 3, 2008
So the mini retail store was all set up in my garage -- glassware and household collectibles sparkling on shelves; Mini Mouse size 3 jeans on hangers; kitchenware all grouped together. I was so excited (or exhausted), that I set the alarm for 4 a.m., instead of 5 like I had planned. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Exeter/Hampton/Rockingham area community calendar Aug 1, 2008
n A SAFE PLACE will hold a giant yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9 at the North Hampton School on Atlantic Ave. A Safe Place is looking for donations, both large and small items such as household goods and furniture which are in good working condition. 436-4619, ext. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Top American Imports In 2007 Jul 28, 2008
Other household goods ... Cotton apparel and household goods. (Suite101.com)
Beers with more alcohol, flavor gain market share Jul 27, 2008
Sales of premium beers, which include the household names of Budweiser, Coors Light and Miller High Life, have been nearly flat up just 1. 9 percent last year according to Information Resources Inc., a retail research firm. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
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)
NYC & Company Spotlights New York City's Museum and Cultural Institutions as Hidden Shopping Gems Jul 16, 2008
For unusual household items, the New Museum () boasts modernly-designed carpets, shower curtains, trophy stands and gameroom chandeliers, as well as "skullphone ornaments," "melting snowman" canisters and a collection of artist-designed towels in partnership with Target and the Art Production Fund. Functional objects, including cameras and camera equipment, can be found at the International Center of Photography's store (). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
William Tallon's royal mementoes send auction prices soaring Jul 6, 2008
During 51 years with the Royal Household he built up an extensive collection of notes, gifts and trinkets ... Mr Tallon joined the Royal Household in 1951 and worked his way up to become the Queen Elizabeth's steward ... Bought: Photograph and scrap albums, nine Royal Service medals awarded to Mr Tallon, including Elizabeth II Royal Household Faithful Service medal with 50-year bar, Royal presentation silver snuff box from Queen Elizabeth inscribed "For William Tallon in gratitude for 40 years... (Telegraph.co.uk)
"Royal Memorabilia, On A Remarkable Scale" Jul 5, 2008
Tallon joined the Royal Household when he was just 15 and, over the 51 years that followed, he became a trusted and valued senior servant ... Tallon's long-term partner, Reginald Wilcox, also worked as an under-butler in the Royal Household, and Tallon inherited his memorabilia when he died ... Tallon, known affectionately as "Backstairs Billy" (his official job title in the royal household was "'steward and page of the backstairs," according to Roth), devoted his whole life to the Royal Family.... (CBS News -- Iraq)
Even the Queen is feeling the crunch as Jun 28, 2008
Publishing the Royal Household s annual financial report yesterday, Sir Alan Reid, Keeper of the Privy Purse, gave warning of a 32 million black hole in funding ... The royal accounts showed that not even the Head of State is immune from the pressure of the credit crunch, with Royal Household costs rising at almost twice the rate of inflation, reversing years of real-term falls ... Staff salaries and garden party bills are among the household costs covered in the annual figure, which has risen... (Times Online)
EBay Tries to Buy a Little More Love from Sellers Jun 22, 2008
I am exactly the kind of seller who made eBay what it was, who helped it grow from a tiny website to a multi-billion dollar household name. One might think they would find it valuable to maintain relationships with sellers like myself (I am not suggesting any sort of loyalty, just that they would not casually cast off a three million dollar a year seller with perfect feedback). (New York Times)
"Kit Kittredge" good, old-fashioned family fare Jun 20, 2008
But she's also a Nancy Drew in the making, and when a wave of "hobo crimes" affects her household, she and her best friends (Madison Davenport and Zach Mills) set out to solve the burglary ... Besides the lovely Ormond and sputtering Shawn, there's Glenne Headly's nose-in-the air neighbor, brought down a few notches; Joan Cusack's road-skills-challenged driver of a mobile library; Stanley Tucci's traveling magician, entertaining the Kittredge household with living-room levitations; and Jane... (Reuters)
Religion Notes (June 19) Jun 18, 2008
The yard sale in the church hall will feature household items, women s and children s clothing, white elephants and more. Flea market spaces will be rented on paved parking area at $15 each; contact Claire at 508-435-3874. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
A small town's bid to stave off the Mighty Miss Jun 17, 2008
It took a petition drive to persuade the local lumberyard and hardware store to stay and many fear that the towns largest retailer, which sells plenty of household items in addition to plywood and nails, will close for good this time if it takes a big hit. In the past few years, Clarksvilles downtown core has been reborn as an arts and antiques district and is the focus of much of the sandbagging effort. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Shabby chic – decorating on a budget Jun 16, 2008
You could increase your household income by offering these items to the public at a handsome price. Now go out there and shop. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Remnants of a prosperous past echo in Pingyao Jun 15, 2008
Nine dollars bought "wealth and luck," while $14 bought "peace for your entire household." Forty-three dollars bought "kuixing," highest marks on the Confucian imperial exams. Modern customers were probably hoping the charm was transferable to the "gaokao," China's college entrance exam, which, like its imperial predecessor, largely determines entrance into elite society. (Boston Globe)
Classifieds 6/12/08 Jun 13, 2008
GARAGE SALE Large household sale 425 Sheridan St. Chenoa, 8-4 Thursday y. Love seat, end table, microwave, rugs, luggage, misc ... size 3-7, some womens all seasons, toys, LIttle Tykes, Rescue Heroes, lots of household misc. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Financial Planning for Disasters Jun 13, 2008
Owners and renters should photograph and inventory household items in each room, making note of serial numbers, date of purchase, price, condition and any information needed to claim insurance and/or tax losses. Don t forget jewelry, artwork and valuable collectibles. (Suite101.com)
Casablanca, MoroccoTravel Jun 12, 2008
Wander the side streets where tiny hanoots (general stores) and patisseries (bakeries) are interspersed with countless boutiques offering clothing, shoes, accessories, home d;cor, confections, household items and more. Venture onto the major streets for upscale shopping and a visit to the landmark Twin Center, two 28-floor skyscrapers. (Suite101.com)
Weekend digest Jun 12, 2008
The flea market will offer household items, glassware, furniture, artwork, books, collectables, holiday decor and more. BAGA members and the community have donated many items. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
First Parish event is June 14 Jun 11, 2008
Every year it includes antiques and collectibles, hundreds of household items at bargain prices, a large selection of used books, a plant table, baked goods, a snack bar serving sandwiches, chips and soda and strawberry shortcake. There is also a children s fair with games, toys and face-painting. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
This flea hopping, but stuck in limbo Jun 5, 2008
It provided an opportunity for family, friends and neighbors to spend time together in a pleasant setting while discards from one household became great finds for another household, she explained. "Personally, I hate to see it disband," Murray said. (Towson Times, MD)
Sun shines on McCloud's 37th annual Flea Market Jun 5, 2008
The weather cooperated, too, and though organizers said the shopping turnout was a bit low, there was no shortage of items to choose from, including clothing, collectibles, jewelry, novelty items, tools, musical instruments, books, crafts, furniture, and many other household items. We're having a great time, the weather is beautiful, and we are making money, said vendor Marie Keen of Redding, who has been coming to the McCloud Flea Market for the past 10 years to sell silver jewelry, knives,... (Mount Shasta News, CA)
400 Mile Sale has something for everyone Jun 4, 2008
Vendors expected to participate will be selling items such as: gifts and collectibles, tools, furniture, doll collections, household items, jewelry, and more. To reserve a space, call Jana Hanks at 542-6061 or 725-7091. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Antiques and Beyond boasts European furniture, animal heads Jun 3, 2008
ATLANTA HOUSEHOLD TREASURES. Antiques and Beyond boasts European furniture, animal heads. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
