Lester Glassner, 70, pop culture collector Aug 31, 2009
And autographed photos of famous people. That s not to mention chalk, ceramic and porcelain figurines, rare celluloid toys, Halloween masks, clothes, antique sleighs, dolls, 78 RPM records, art glass, movie posters, movie stills, lobby cards, and a host of other items. (Boston Globe)
World of Warcraft Jumps Into Print Aug 21, 2009
"It would be foolish not to have people on staff who understand" the game's lore, Amrich said ... "It's the collectors--the people who have to know everything.". (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
New owner Thomas makes Glendale's Iron Horse her own Aug 19, 2009
The biggest mistake people make in opening a restaurant is underestimating the amount of work it takes, she said ... You re competing with other restaurants, with supermarkets and with people able to find comparable, reasonably priced food in a grocery store aisle, Boltz Chapman said ... You hear all the time about people who use all their savings and all their parents savings. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Gifts for Dog Lovers Aug 18, 2009
Many people who show dogs love old prints featuring their breed. Dog art was hugely popular in Victorian times, so there is an abundance of delightful artwork available of many different breeds at a reasonable cost. (Suite101.com)
Fed Steps Back (Slowly) Aug 14, 2009
Gellman, author of a must-read book on Cheney, gets some information from people who attended informal conversations the former vice president is holding to discuss the memoir he is in the process of writing, longhand on legal pads ... NASA's food technology team needs to try to figure out how "to pack more than 6,570 breakfasts, lunches, snack, and dinners all at onceenough food to feed six people every day for more than three years." Although space food has gotten a tad bit more... (Slate)
At eBay, Showrooms Push Aside Yard Sales Aug 12, 2009
"People looking for the latest iPod or the latest TV are more likely to go to Amazon () or Best Buy ()," says Colin Sebastian, an analyst at Lazard Capital Markets ... "When a majority of people think of eBay, they think of an auction site for the stuff in your garage," says Piper Jaffray () senior research analyst Gene Munster. (BusinessWeek)
How the euro crept into Britain Aug 8, 2009
Mr Brunt thinks this interest has been piqued by people wanting to see evidence of Britain looking to the future ... "I think a lot of people who are enthusiastic about it are relatively lukewarm about Europe. I was very pro-Europe. These days, I'm quite happy being Britain and leaving Europeans to get on with it," he said ... People 'get happier as they age. (BBC News -- Europe)
From the HIP Aug 3, 2009
Programmer No. 1 "I don't know what's with these viewers. We give 'em quality stuff all summer long Botoxed South Beach swine, drunken New York preppies, even dancing fat people and still they ain't watching." ... "Blood in the Water" which kicks off Discovery Channel's annual Shark Week chewfest is the long-awaited answer to the question, "What the hell was Richard Dreyfuss talking about in 'Jaws' when he screamed at the mayor, 'It's gonna happen again! It's happened before! The... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Somerville Rock & Roll Yard Sale has something for everyone Jul 31, 2009
It s not full of people elbowing each other over bins of records ... These days more people are interested in buying vinyl, says Daltry, and it s a trend that both surprises and heartens him. (Boston Globe)
Take my advice Jul 31, 2009
Bombarded with these triumphs over the mean-minded realists of the careers service, it would be easy to build up an impression of people who were less concerned about nourishing dreams and more about supplying a steady supply of young people willing to work in slightly more mundane pursuits ... "The first important thing is to open up young people's understanding of opportunities and help to link this to their own personal aspirations." ... We are not there to tell people what to do. (BBC News -- UK)
Buffett Loses to Desmarais as Power Beats Berkshire With a 15-Year Return Jul 31, 2009
The unit is named for , a French Canadian hamlet of 260 people thats about 300 miles (480 kilometers) from Montreal and adjacent to Desmaraiss 15,000-acre (6,070- hectare) estate ... People said I was crazy to leave the job I had, but I joined this group because of the way decisions were made, Orr says ... helped build the stage so that other people could tap-dance, Lank says. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Stay-at-home mother becomes decorating star Jul 25, 2009
I want people to love the way they feel when they walk into a room, rather than have their eye drawn to one thing in a room ... Find the right people for the job. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Grave offence Jul 19, 2009
When it comes to visiting burial grounds, many people are unsure exactly what is suitable behaviour ... "Then there are the rules of etiquette - common sense - that's anything that is an inconvenience to the people using the services." ... He cites the example of how changes to shop opening hours have had a knock-on effect on how people remember the deceased. (BBC News -- UK)
Other Emmy nominations: Best hairstyling? Choreography? Title sequence? Jul 17, 2009
My verdict: "Mad Men." Just finding two people who looked like the top of a wedding cake was award-worthy enough, to "discover" Jon Hamm and show January Jones can do more than look like a Barbie version of Grace Kelly. Thats genius. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Brussels on the cheap: Grand-Place and waffles Jul 15, 2009
Robert Wielaard/Associated Press People dine outside in the Brussels Grand-Place ... Find the right people for the job. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Letters to the Magazine editor Jul 12, 2009
Your article really opened my eyes to what people like Bo have to go through every day, and how hard people make normal, everyday life for him ... Maybe if people like Miss Conduct keep mentioning that people are needlessly polluting by this kind of behavior, it ll sink in eventually. (Boston Globe)
Dorothy De Haven Jul 11, 2009
"I love to tell people I'm a 'Heathen,'" she grins ... Time and time again, she hears comments like, "This is the best beef I've ever eaten," from folks who used to order Omaha steaks and retired farmers and older people who Bev "assumes are people who've had a lot of good beef in their time." ... She feels rising fuel prices have had an impact; people aren't as willing to shell out all at once what it costs to put a side of beef in the freezer. (Agri-View, WI)
Virtual Tea Party Blogger gathers with cyber friends for an around-the-world, pinkies-up party Jul 11, 2009
Bloggers are people who, like me, have decided to share their every thought and opinion - well, almost - with anyone who has the interest, time and energy to read our blogs. . (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Paint can restore aging furniture Jul 5, 2009
"Generally, I recommend people think 'aesthetics' first, durability/cleaning second," Mr. Wertheimer said. "Today, all brand-name paints are pretty tough and well made.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
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Food and Dining Briefs for July 2 : North County Times - Californian 07-02-2009. Casa de Bandini reopens: Casa de Bandini, the Mexican restaurant that Diane Powers operated in Old Town San Diego for 25 years until she lost her lease four years ago and was forced to close, reopens Thursday in The Forum shopping center in Carlsbad. (North County Times)
Food and Dining Briefs for July 2 Jul 2, 2009
Casa de Bandini reopens: Casa de Bandini, the Mexican restaurant that Diane Powers operated in Old Town San Diego for 25 years until she lost her lease four years ago and was forced to close, reopens Thursday in The Forum shopping center in Carlsbad. Like the old Casa de Bandini (which operated in a historical 1829 adobe in Old Town), the new restaurant features the same colorful decor: Mexican folk art on the walls, festive umbrellas, Zapotec weavings, antiques and a hand-carved stone fountain. (North County Times)
Glorias Jewelry and Gemstones marks 25 years Jun 30, 2009
BISBEE For the past 25 years, the jewelry store started by Gloria Dahms has been wowing people not only with the quality of gems sold there, but also for the collector specimens found in Bisbee s mining days ... Most have folded up as people aged ... People who come here don t want to see a mall store. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Nine's strategic shift Jun 30, 2009
"We have to be grown up about that. We can no longer take for granted that people turn to Nine news day in, day out, or even when the big stories happen. It's not the default news service it was. So there is a huge hill to climb in making it a habit again." ... "Even when we mathematically stopped being "the one", I think psychologically and emotionally lots of people still behave as if we are the one and I think we have to work a lot harder to persuade the audience that what we're serving up is... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A gathering of angels Jun 16, 2009
"Do not forget to entertain strangers, for in doing so some people have entertained angels without knowing it." ... Stanchfield said her own collection probably has minimal monetary value but because of its associations with people close to her, "it's just like the television commercial says: priceless.". (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Something Old, Something New, Something Green To Cook In, Too Jun 16, 2009
(Some people avoid nonstick-coated pans for fear of harmful gases that could be released at high temperatures. However, the scientific consensus is that they're i. (Slate)
Urban Cool Made in the Country May 30, 2009
Not at all what people expect to find in the Midwest ... That seems to be the response a lot of people have to Scego's work - shock that he's from Missouri, and even more shock that he chooses to live in "rural" Missouri ... Some people have described Scego as a recluse, but he doesn't feel that's accurate. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Writer list for WOW is notable May 29, 2009
He spent 18 years as a staff writer for Texas Monthly and more recently has written for the Texas Observer, National Geographic, No Depression, People magazine, Texas Parks ife Magazine, Field m, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Big Bend Sentinel, Southwest Spirit, American Way, Austin Chronicle, Harp and TimeOut New York, and other publications ... He hopes that the photographs will inspire people to protect our world s beautiful natural and historical heritage. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
MCC Sale to be held May 29-30 May 28, 2009
More than 10,000 people are expected to attend this year's Iowa Mennonite Relief Sale May 29-30, 2009 ... Volunteers work year-round on the planning and people congregate from miles around on the days of the sale. (Kalona News, IA)
What we're missing May 23, 2009
As beautiful as that was, I noted the substantial homes abutting the trail and a couple of people waving graciously from them ... "There used to be nice cattail marshes, before any developments, condos, or yacht clubs at all. But I'm big on the bike trail because people see things they might not otherwise see. They can see peregrine falcons and other things that make them say, 'That's cool,' and it gets around what we have here.". (Boston Globe)
Obama Economic Recovery Advisor David Swensen Gives Exclusive TV Interview May 20, 2009
Consuelo Mack WealthTrack is the only program on television devoted to long-term diversified investing beyond the traditional stock and bond markets, covering all of the investments people care about including real estate, insurance, green investing, art and collectibles. Dubbed the Cramer Antidote by the press and now in its fourth season, WealthTrack broadcasts into more than 70% of USTVHH on public television. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Seoul's ancient sights on a budget May 16, 2009
Find the right people for the job. We want to know what you think. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Chicken nuggets grow on trees May 15, 2009
The novel is based on the many people Schram knew while living in Temelec before she moved to Rossmoor in Walnut Creek ... The best community-spirited "pancake breakfast" I have experienced so far, the morning included cheerful d;cor and people, scrambled eggs, sausages, bacon, strawberries and melon, and flipped-in-front-of-you pancakes, plus coffee, and all for 7 ... There were plants for all the women, and loads of interesting people to meet. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Hogan War Heats Up: Linda Rejected From Brooke's 21st Birthday May 13, 2009
"The best part about being Iranian is the rich culture and kind people. The worst part is how at times, I have been embarrassed by the president," Rose admitted to Tarts at last week s 14th Annual Los Angeles Antiques Show Opening Party to benefit P.S Arts ... "The biggest misconception of Iranian people today is that everyone just assumes they're terrorists," she added confidently ... "But what's shocking is that most people are unaware that there are more women in the Iranian senate then there... (Fox News)
Keeping calls classic May 13, 2009
The only thing that really bugged me is when I was on the phone and people were looking at me ... Some people just don t like to use cell phones ... It is intended to acquaint readers with locations throughout Cache Valley and explore what those spots mean to people. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 7, 2009
Jackman said in a recent @ The Movies that he's a big fan of the "X-Men" toys, as long as people don't go all voodoo on him. "Since 'X-Men' the toys have gotten incredibly life-like. It's little creepy now, actually," Jackman said with a laugh. (KIRO TV, WA)
FP Newspapers Income Fund Reports First Quarter 2009 Results May 6, 2009
Based in Winnipeg, the businesses employ approximately 630 people in Winnipeg, Brandon and Thunder Bay. Further information can be found at www. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Adelaide Osborne; put style into Marblehead homes; 97 Apr 30, 2009
People knew her for her personal, eclectic style, keen sense of humor, and talent for transforming 17th- and 18th-century homes and gardens. "That's what she was all about - adding beauty to other people's lives," said one of her sons, Kurt Olson of Salisbury, N.H. ... Mrs. Osborne was "invested in making sure people's houses looked as beautiful as they wanted them to be," Olson said. (Boston Globe)
Citizen's Canes Apr 28, 2009
"In fact, more people see the cane and the picture here, so we get to tell more people the story." ... "For one thing, they didn't want to tell their age, and they thought it was hexed. They called it the 'kiss of death,' because right after people got it, they died." Even today, some superstitious seniors refuse the walking stick, believing it to be more parting gift than honor. (Boston Globe)
Clear out your clutter and maybe even make a buck Apr 28, 2009
President Barack Obama recently announced his support of a plan to give vouchers to people who turn in old, gas guzzlers and buy vehicles that get good gas mileage ... Sometimes changing the space is enough to get people back on the machine, Ecker said ... But she said she has found old NordicTrack machines that have been acting as clothes hangers in people s bedrooms for years. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Garage Sales Begin at Public Market Apr 20, 2009
Antique expert Mike Deming says many people are looking to sell their collectables to bring in extra cash, but often the items aren't worth what the seller thinks. "There's a lot of bubbles being burst, Deming said. I find people assumed that they had something that was very, very good and were sort of banking on it in their minds, and when they go to cash it in, it's not what they thought. The market's a little thin right now. I can't say it's all good but I don't see a lot of desperation... (R News)
The Truth Behind "Sell-By" Dates On Foods Apr 19, 2009
They always leave room for error, because people won't always abide by the sell-by date ... What follows is not CBS News stuff; it comes from other people and we don't vouch for it. (CBS News -- Early Show)
• Events calendar Apr 17, 2009
He has studied human behavior for more than 35 years, including why some people survive accidents or disasters while others perish; the psychological survival response; and conditioning to become survivors. In "Deep Survival," Gonzales analyzes the behavior of people who have survived through tragic circumstances. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Stream57 Brings WGBH and WBUR Program 'Project Dropout' to Live Online Audiences Apr 10, 2009
org -- one of the most-visited dot-org sites on the Internet -- a major producer for public radio and a pioneer in developing educational multimedia and new technologies that make media accessible for people with disabilities. For its efforts, WGBH has been recognized with hundreds of honors, including Oscars, Emmys, Peabodys and duPont-Columbia Journalism Awards. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pirkle Jones; photographer depicted migrants, activists Mar 27, 2009
Pirkle Jones was noted for his pictures of California's landscapes and people, including a Black Panthers series ... "His pictures will live with you, and with the world, as long as there are people to observe and appreciate.". (Boston Globe)
Shockwave.com Introduces New Premium Online Gaming Service - Club Shockwave Mar 25, 2009
"There has been explosive growth in online casual gaming in the past couple of years and people want to connect and be rewarded for the time they spend playing games," said Dave Williams, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Nickelodeon Kids and Family Games Group. "Club Shockwave provides extremely high production value games as well as real-world and virtual prizes, and allows users to share their experiences with friends, family and other casual game enthusiasts.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Center for Arts exhibit to pay tribute to Cowan Mar 25, 2009
Center for Arts exhibit to pay tribute to Cowan. The artwork of the late John P. (Jack) Cowan will be featured in an exhibit in his honor April 1 through May 9 at the Rockport Center for the Arts. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Tone of online talk regretful Mar 21, 2009
People say things that I think they would not say were they to speak to the person face to face. For some reason hiding behind print seems to free people of the guilt they might otherwise feel for making such blatantly rude comments ... Perhaps it gives people a feeling of superiority to be able to say how stupid another person is and they don t have to worry about seeing that person get offended. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Hagglers gain the upper hand in a downbeat economy Mar 16, 2009
"People are more tuned to getting the best price; eBay helped condition people. That is part of the mentality, sort of that auction mentality. ". And as salespeople become more aggressive at meeting quotas and earning commissions, she envisions customers reciprocating with equal, "what can you do for me?" fervor ... "People were coming around in packs, and unless you were giving them a deal" the most "outrageous" asked for half off "they were walking out.". (USA Today -- Life)
What You Need to Know to Do Short Sales Mar 14, 2009
Nearly 4,000 people heard Thompson's comments during REALTOR magazine's March 12 Webinar, If you missed Thursday's Webinar, , you can hit "Playback" and listen right away or "Download" and listen at your leisure. REALTOR Magazine Online. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Helicopter industry tries to attract workers Mar 13, 2009
"We're bringing in a bunch of pilots, mechanics, engineers - different people employed in the helicopter industry," said Missy Palrang, chief flight instructor at Quantum ... "The problem is that during all of this time, helicopter operations have continued to expand as people find new uses for them." ... "People are using helicopters more in day-to-day activities, so there's higher need for flight crews," said Matt Zuccaro, president of the association. (AZCentral -- Business)
Tech-free oasis Mar 9, 2009
I love talking to people and actually touching them, because in that business, everything is virtual. There's no face to face. (Albany Times Union)
South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference & Festival Mar 5, 2009
Meeting the people now that can help in the future is an integral part of making the trip to Austin, Texas, Wednesday, March 18 through Sunday, March 22, 2009. The panels, mentor sessions, crash courses, exposure at gigs and social networking through will help with building a career, a following or whatever is needed to further your goals. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Freeing the spirit in Morocco Mar 4, 2009
The tight jeans, polyester shirts and loafers of Marrakesh were replaced by the long-hooded robes and embroidered skullcaps of the Atlas Berber people ... People moved slowly and purposefully ... With the exception of the occasional naked, low-wattage lightbulb dangling in some lucky houses, the people were living as they had for centuries. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Picoult's life is far from wrenching novels Mar 3, 2009
In an e-mail, King tells USA TODAY: "I like Picoult's writing because she writes about difficult and unusual life situations in a way that seems emotionally true to me, while these same situations in the hands of many other writers (not to mention Lifetime Network movies) come off seeming facile and corny. Ms. Picoult's people seem like real people. And she's awfully good when dealing with teenagers and their peer groups. She eschews preaching in favor of solid social fiction." ... (And not all... (USA Today -- Life)
The Buzz: Locals walk the Oscar red carpet Mar 2, 2009
-- Our locals headed for the Oscars, and we're not just talking people, but also fashion designers' wares ... -- Antiques dealer Ed Hardy was at the Paris mega-auction of the estate of Yves Saint Laurent, touring the private preview showing with Dodie Rosekrans, a collector of art, people and fashion, who was a hit with the paparazzi and Bianca Jagger, who came up to say hello. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Haring Or Not, Painting On Sale For 99 Cents Mar 1, 2009
A few people wanted to buy it, including one who offered several thousand dollars, but nobody came forward to claim it as their own or give any clues about its origin, said Oswald, who thinks Haring outlined the piece and had someone else fill it in with color. Novocin said he doesn't know how much the piece might fetch but it could draw a high bid from someone who hopes to get it authenticated. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Man Utd autograph ban Feb 26, 2009
In the past, people hadn't realized the price they could get for some of these items ... "People who want a 100 percent genuine item will buy through a company where they can verify the authenticity," he said ... More than 90,000 items had been listed in the last three months, and eBay had noticed "a shift in people starting to sell their memorabilia on the site to make money," the spokeswoman told CNN.. (CNN -- International)
Tight Squeeze Feb 22, 2009
The inventive, space-savvy design can accommodate up to eight people comfortably in 1,000 square feet. "You really discover what's essential living in a small space," says Deb. (Boston Globe)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
All proceeds benefit Sun Sounds of Arizona, a reading service for people who are blind or whose disability prevents them from reading printed material ... More than 250,000 people come to find a unique gift, a bizarre garden troll or a freshly popped bag of kettle corn ... With over 85 people making salsa, the only thing left to have is chips and with over 3,000 pounds of tortilla chips, you won't have to worry about using the crumbs. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Another massive fraud scheme uncovered Feb 19, 2009
Find the right people for the job. Tell us what you think about the site. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Billionaire's bank customers denied their deposits Feb 19, 2009
"People have to come to get their money," said electrician Rasta Kente ... Find the right people for the job. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Sienna Miller, Jerry Springer, Pink Feb 18, 2009
The pop star Pink has donated 250,000 Australian dollars, or $160,000, in response to the wildfire appeal in Australia, where at least 200 people have died ... Fred R. Conrad/The New York Times UNINSURED IN AMERICA People in their 20s who lack insurance may try everything from self-diagnoses to borrowing medications to stay healthy. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Trouble followed Ronette singer's fame Feb 17, 2009
She was the quiet Ronette, the one people called the prettiest, the one who was content to remain in the shadow of her younger sister, Ronnie, because even in the shadow there s still some spotlight ... In recent years, Hunter said, she sometimes wandered the streets of New York, telling people that she would be singing with the Ronettes in a jazz club ... com services Find the right people for the job. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The boom is over, long live the art! Feb 15, 2009
They are the people who scan school rosters, pick off fresh talent, direct careers and, by some inscrutable calculus, determine what will sell for what. Not that these departments are in any way separated; ethical firewalls are not this industry's style. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Jessica book sales fall short Feb 11, 2009
Money & Business - NY Daily News. has our city covered from Co-op City to Coney Island. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
