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Become a member of our community! Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:09AMGhost Ships: Shipwrecks of the Great Lakes will be held at 7 p.m. March 4 at Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave. Chris Winters presents a maritime history hidden beneath the surface of the five Great Lakes. Call (630) 279-8696.
Calendar Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:04AMSubmissions for "Community Calendar" are required two weeks preceding the date of publication. Send to: Mary Ann Bottari, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026; mbottari@pioneerlocal.com. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495.
Cheers and Jeers/Feb. 27 Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:08PMCheers: To our Star-Telegram carrier. I've never met this person because I'm not up at 4 a.m., but he or she is a dedicated individual who deserves recognition for bringing us our paper every morning, regardless of the weather, without fail.
OLMSTED DATES AND DATA: Olmsted Falls Baptist Church offers low-cost meal options Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 3:21PMOlmsted Falls Baptist Church provides an affordable monthly food program at a great price. The church has partnered with Angel Food Ministries, which provides fresh, brand name food in bulk. A standard medium-size box of food costs $30. It contains...
Calendar Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:01AMSubmissions for "Community Calendar" are required two weeks preceding the date of publication. Send to: Mary Ann Bottari, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026; mbottari@pioneerlocal.com. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495.
Shopping local Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 8:24AMWith weather, gas, financial constraints and time running short, local holiday gift options might be a wise way to go this year. This Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 13, another holiday bazaar will inhabit the Norwood Community Center.
Ultrasound tech and accused peeping tom arraigned in Seneca County Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 12:05AMTIFFIN - An ultrasound technician from Willard pleaded “not guilty” Thursday to 72 Seneca County charges in connection with photographing patients undressing for procedures at a Tiffin medical facility.
Happenings, Feb. 18 Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:19AMBeaver Meadows - There will be a finance committee, parish council and cemetery delegation meeting at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church, Weatherly, today at 7 p.m. in the rectory meeting room. - Stations of the Cross will be held Friday at noon and 6 p.
your Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 5:29PM// added this line if the site needs a redirect ?> ONE OF MANY handmade valentine cards that were sent to patients at the Veterans Medical Center in Tucson.
What to do when hearts warm but wallets sag Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 7:22AMROXANNE BROWN Staff Writer It's the thought that counts. That what most people would probably say if faced with having to accept cut backs o ...
Shopping local Tuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 8:46AMWith weather, gas, financial constraints and time running short, local holiday gift options might be a wise way to go this year. This Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12 and 13, another holiday bazaar will inhabit the Norwood Community Center.
Send valentine homemade hearts Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 2:07AMWe live in an age of electronic communication, staying in touch with one another through e-mail, voice mail, texts, tweets, Facebook and YouTube. And in another nanosecond there's likely to be more ways.
Planning a memorable Valentine's Day can be fun in northern Westchester Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 2:36PMSome people love Valentine's Day. Others hate it.
Oh so sweet Kellerhaus Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 2:20AMCourtesy photo The Kellerhaus has a large collection of candy available for Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day is nearly upon us. With it come roses, greeting cards … and candy.
MCAS celebrates Valentine’s with double the love Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 1:05AMValentine’s Day is the time when people express their love for others. For many, that also includes four-legged loved ones. In honor of this special heart-filled holiday, Montgomery County Animal Shelter is offering pet adoptions at special prices. Adopt a dog or cat marked with a heart sticker on the kennel card on Feb. 13 and 14, and save a life.
Some Valentine ’s Day facts you’ll love Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 3:10PMNearly two-thirds of all Americans celebrate Valentine ’s Day with greeting cards taking the No. 1 ranking when it comes to the most popular Valentine ’s Day gift.Here’s more interesting facts about the lovely holiday:
Reyne Haines: Vintage Card + Valentine's Day = Brownie Points! Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 1:31PMThere is one day in February that excites women across the country...Valentine's Day. A day she hopes to be showered with flowers, chocolates and a...
Artist's cards put personal stamp on creativity Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 11:21AMSuzy Weinberg of Oakmont is a graphic designer who has taken her artistic talents in various directions, creating handmade greeting cards, designing store windows and making one of a kind aprons and potholders.
Valentine’s a popular holiday at Tamarack Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 10:53PMBeing a Valentine has never been easier than it is this season at Tamarack. This weekend, textile artist Elaine Bliss is scheduled to host a three-day Make-N-Take workshop to create handmade Valentine cards.
Banner year for Royal Oak Chamber Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 5:09AM"The state of your Chamber is strong," declared attorney Andrey Tomkiw, incoming president of the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, as he reviewed 2009 highlights at the organization's annual State of the Chamber luncheon.
Congress Considers Adding 20,000 Electric Vehicles To USPS Fleet Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 11:55AMWith around 260,000 vehicles at its disposal, the United States Postal Service operates the biggest civilian fleet in the country. Unfortunately, most of those vehicles get terrible gas mileage: the Grumman postal van only earns around 10mpg, and the 17% of USPS trucks that run on E85 don't fare any better. With stats like that, it's reasonable to...
Plan your entertainment with Empire & elecTriCity calendars Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 10:17AMCheck out what’s going on in the Mountain Empire.
Handmade Gifts Make Valentine's Day Special Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:08AMHomemade gifts gained in popularity for the second year in a row during the recent holiday season, but it is the heart, not the economy driving the trend in 2010, according to Michaels Stores, North America's largest arts and crafts specialty retailer.
You Can Send Valentines To The Troops Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 10:46PMLiberty Tax Service is collecting handmade cards and greetings for troops all around the world.
Happenings Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 1:18AMTHURSDAY, JAN. 14
Supporters of Schmaling (S.O.S.) Giving Tree Project Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 11:47AMThe Supports of Schmaling (S.O.S.), a new group dedicated to monetary support of the Fulton library, initiated a holiday project labeled “The Giving Tree.” A large holiday tree was decorated with handmade paper mittens and hats and monetary amounts for donations were printed on the decorations.
Break the Tradition of Overspending Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 8:24AMIt's tempting to overspend during the holiday season. While the average consumer plans to pay off holiday bills in three months, the true time frame is more like six months, reports Myvesta, a financial crisis center in Rockville, Md.
Around the Town Tuesday, January 5, 2010 @ 1:15AMAlumni basketball game on New Year's Day at 6:30 p.m.
Hampton Around the Town Tuesday, January 5, 2010 @ 1:12AMNew recording secretary needed
2009 MetroWest Daily News Persons of the Year - Mark and Karen Curtis Saturday, January 2, 2010 @ 8:37AMMark and Karen Curtis of Medway can't tell you exactly how many people there were at Thanksgiving.
Requests for help met with loving response Friday, January 1, 2010 @ 7:25PMBY KERRY BENEFIELD THE PRESS DEMOCRAT Shirley Pippin has had a difficult winter. The 75-year-old widow is battling cancer, recovering from major colon surgery, and in November, she lost her son who died suddenly. So when an unexpected package arrived at the door of her Santa Rosa home on Dec. 18, she was in need of a dose of good cheer.
Widow's plea for help met with loving response Friday, January 1, 2010 @ 7:25PMBY KERRY BENEFIELD THE PRESS DEMOCRAT Shirley Pippin (shown) is one of thousands of Sonoma County residents given an anonymous gift this season through a program that links people in need with donors who are able to buy, wrap and drop off a bit of holiday cheer.
Happenings Friday, January 1, 2010 @ 1:17AMSATURDAY, JAN. 2
Monday, January 4 2010 Thursday, December 31, 2009 @ 11:29PMSolve infectious disease mysteries by examining interactive patients, analyzing lab tests and identifying culprit microbes. Running Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. through Jan. 31.
Sunday, January 3 2010 Thursday, December 31, 2009 @ 11:29PMCommunity singing to experience the traditional 4-part music of the New England Singing Masters, carried to the South in the Sacred Harp hymnal (copies available on loan to singers). The group meets the first Sunday of each month.
Friday, January 1 2010 Thursday, December 31, 2009 @ 11:28PMHunt Hill Farm invites you to “A Home Town Holiday” at The Silo Gallery, the theme of this year’s 37 th annual Christmas tree beginning Saturday November 7 th , at View the 27 ft. towering tree decorated with hand-crafted wooden ornaments by folk artist Joy Gaiser.
Hosting the perfect party requires some knowhow Thursday, December 31, 2009 @ 6:04AMEditor's note: The following suggestions were provided by Margit Erickson of Novi, an etiquette consultant for more than 20 years.
2009 Daily News Persons of the Year - Mark and Karen Curtis Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 11:45PMMark and Karen Curtis can't tell you exactly how many people there were at Thanksgiving.
Think green regift Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 10:29PMHope your day was merry and bright and that the Christmas glow continues at your house today. The anticipation of the holiday season is sometimes hard to top when you actually get to the 25th.
Holiday Trail of Lights at Heard this weekend (Slideshow) Wednesday, December 30, 2009 @ 12:58AMFrom the moment guests enter the native plant garden at the Heard Museum in McKinney, they can enjoy thousands of holiday lights and displays, including a short walk along a specially lit trail that will commence with a hayride and caroling.
Don't Invite Holiday Stress Into Your Home Monday, December 28, 2009 @ 3:37PMTitle: Don't Invite Holiday Stress Into Your Home Category: Health News Created: 12/25/2009 12:10:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 12/28/2009
Quilt ladies donate their creations to benefit the elderly, isolated and homebound Monday, December 28, 2009 @ 7:49AMNeighbors and quilting partners Bonnie Kiltow and Nancy Turner have given 22 quilts to Metropolitan Family Services for its clients.
Register story triggers outpouring of support Saturday, December 26, 2009 @ 5:17AMThe e-mail opened respectfully, which was the first shocking part. "Dear Ms. Lowe," it read. Sorry, dear readers. Most of your e-mails to me are not very nice. You complain, harangue and typically accuse me of being too liberal, too conservative or...
Special: 2009's Game Developer Xmas Cards, Part 2 Friday, December 25, 2009 @ 2:46PM[Finishing the special holiday round-up, GameSetWatch makes available notable Xmas cards from game developers worldwide - from Nintendo through Namco and beyond.] After the first round-up was posted pre-Xmas, we're finishing up (for now!) our round-up of the most fun game publisher and developer 2009 Christmas cards we got into the offices of GDC, Game Developer magazine, and Gamasutra. Reminder ...
Holiday Parties: A very Shanghai Christmas to you Tuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 8:18PM‘Twas the night before Christmas, and in the streets of Shanghai, Roamed one sober expat who’d been left high and dry; By his friends who’d gone back to their homes overseas, Leaving him lonely and clueless about places to be; If only he’d read this cool post on Shanghaiist, He’d instead be off reveling, lost in holiday bliss. Okay, we’re such terrible poets that even Hallmark holiday cards won ...
Southern Californians get into the spirit of Christmas giving Tuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 7:13PMOn a rainy day in Pacific Palisades, dozens of well-dressed women wander through a home filled with brightly colored baskets and stacks of silks. Picture frames made from soda cans line the tables next to bags woven from recycled trash.
From one troop to another Monday, December 21, 2009 @ 9:10PMDANVERS, Mass. -- Girl Scouts on the North Shore are working to spread holiday cheer to our servicemen and women overseas.
NEW: Sorting mail for heroes Monday, December 21, 2009 @ 2:16PMOne by one, volunteers and staff members of the Red Cross ensured holiday greetings to service members and veterans were appropriate.
Downtown Goshen businesses doing well Sunday, December 20, 2009 @ 10:54PMShoppers downtown were scarce and open businesses few, but owners of those shops that were open Saturday were pleased with their business this holiday season.
What's on: Mon's picks Sunday, December 20, 2009 @ 9:35PMEvents listing for Mon, Dec 21