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DEXTER: Fundraiser planned for Dexter Arts Center Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 1:42PMAfter several meetings and an ongoing pursuit of funds to finance a project to convert the old gristmill into a arts center in Dexter, volunteers are holding their first fundraiser this month.
Venice '10 | Masterful "Souls" and Hollow "Somewhere" Greet the Lido Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 12:20PMLet's start with something breathtaking: the Russian film in competition, Alexsi Fedorchenko's "Silent Souls," which announced its excellence from the very first shot - of a man on a bicycle riding down a country road, a wooden birdcage balanced behind the seat. The surface of the road glittered, cobalt-blue and black; beside it were shoulders covered in autumn leaves, and beyond this, the long ...
Sangre Chronicle > Cimarron > Local artist refit historic building Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 9:10AMCIMARRON — In recent years, Cimarron has been attracting artsy types from all over who want to experience a slower pace of life. Steve Knight and Sherry Wolf moved to the area for just that reason — to open an art gallery. Thus was born Knight/Wolf Studios.
Art fair's 74 booths draw shoppers Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 5:49AMALGONAC -- Mary Ann Osterbeck flipped through some paintings here Sunday, taking time to study several before moving on.
Everything old is new again Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 12:56AMThe Chilean port city of Valparaiso is built on about 44 hills. Locals claim, therefore, perhaps with only mild exaggeration, that if you climb every step in the city you will have walked to the moon and back.Portenos, as locals are called, like to think of their city, Chile's third biggest, as a unique, eccentric, hip city - the hippest in South America.There's certainly a strong Bohemian ...
Giving ghosts get glory for gold Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 12:32AMGHOSTS are being credited for giving the owners of a Central Victorian pub with a gold nugget potentially worth more than $6000.
A TALENT FOR TINY: Local woman's miniatures collection turning heads at the Norton Library Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 12:09AMThinking small has made a big impact. For more than 40 years, Marion Hadley of Abington had an incredible talent of taking real life and miniaturizing it through her creation and collection of dollhouses and dollhouse furniture.
Portland's Art in the Pearl offers art with a personal touch Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 11:42PMThe festival offers the public a chance to engage with artists to learn more about the creative process.
Caroline-Maria battle on Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:56PMTop seed Caroline Wozniacki and former world number one Maria Sharapova booked a fourth-round showdown with straight-set US Open triumphs on Saturday while Roger Federer cruised into the last 16 as well. Danish 20-year-old Wozniacki, last year’s US Open runner-up, routed Taiwan’s Chan Yung-jan 6-1, 6-0, while Russian 14th seed Sharapova, whose three Grand Slam titles include the 2006 US Open ...
Bell Socialization Services starts campaign to provide women in need with proper-fitting bras Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:12PMBell Socialization Services recently launched a fundraising campaign to emotionally and physically uplift women. Support the Girls provides $20 or $25 gift certificates for a bra and fitting to women in need.
Fading Red Sox drop both ends of doubleheader Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:48PMBOSTON -- The Chicago White Sox are putting the pieces together for a strong stretch run. John Danks and Gavin Floyd each turned in solid starts Saturday as the White Sox posted a pair of 3-1 wins in a day-night doubleheader against the Boston
Basalt hoping tight games go its way in 2010 Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:23PMBasalt's Hector Morales chases down a loose ball during last season's 3A state tournament opener against Telluride in Aspen. Four points defined the Basalt football team's season in 2009.
Boxing’s most influential: Nos. 1-50 Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:09PMHere's one man's opinion of the 50 most influential people in boxing history.
Stealth re-sign Koesterer, Sorensen Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 11:19AMThe Stealth re-signed to big pieces of their 2010 Champion's Cup run Saturday with the additions of face-off specialist Jamison Koesterer and assistant captain defender Kyle Sorensen to the roster.
Color her world: Artist surrounds herself in a world of her own art (video) Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:17AMHAMDEN — Some people may feel that art is an important part of life, but consider it something to be viewed in museums, where they can admire it and then go back to their real lives.
Wozniacki books Sharapova showdown Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:25AMCaroline Wozniacki beat Chan Yung-Jan to set up a fourth-round clash with Maria Sharapova.
Coconut Chicken Kebab Recipe Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 5:07AMMy delicious Coconut Chicken Kebabs are a snap to make and always a big hit & best of all - they're healthy too.
White Sox beat Red Sox twice Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:50AMJohn Danks and Gavin Floyd each turned in solid starts Saturday as the White Sox posted a pair of 3-1 wins in a day-night doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox, moving within 3½ games of the AL Central-leading Twins.
MANNY BEING MANNY: Ramirez helps Chicago complete sweep of doubleheader with BoSox Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 1:05AMThe Chicago White Sox are putting the pieces together for a strong stretch run.
Ramirez, Floyd helps Chicago sweep Boston Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:49AMBOSTON (AP) — The Chicago White Sox are putting the pieces together for a strong stretch run. John Danks and Gavin Floyd each turned in solid starts Saturday as the White Sox posted a pair of 3-1 wins in a day-night doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox, moving within 3 1/2 games of the AL Central-leading Twins.
Sharapova, Federer battle on in US tennis Open Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:12AMNEW YORK (AFP) - Top seed Caroline Wozniacki and former world number one Maria Sharapova booked a fourth-round showdown with straight-set US Open triumphs on Saturday while Roger Federer cruised into the last 16 as well.
US tennis Open showdown nears for Federer, Soderling Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 12:11AMNEW YORK (AFP) - Roger Federer and Robin Soderling moved closer to a US Open quarter-final showdown with straight-set triumphs on a blustery Saturday that also saw Novak Djokovic reach the fourth round.
NFL Season Predictions: 10 Potential Sleeper Super Bowl Teams Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 2:02PMEveryone has heard about the Saints, the Colts, the Vikings, the Ravens, and the Jets, all favored in some circles to end up in Dallas this February. But what about the other 27 teams in the NFL? Think that's it's unlikely that one unexpected team may end up hoisting the silver football? Consider this: Who thought a year ago that a New Orleans team, that had gone 8-8 the season previous ...
Ancient boat discovered on Norfolk Broads Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:09AMArchaeologists have hailed the “once-in-a-lifetime” discovery of a three-metre wooden vessel in the heart of the Norfolk Broads which could yield fresh clues about how our ancestors lived their lives.
Speed artists show off skills at the Square Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:56AMSpeed Art is like speed dating, only a little messier.
Things to do Sept. 5-11: pets, jazz, soul food and more Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:14AMFriday, September 3, 2010 Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris will be at the kickoff party, and the cheerleaders will perform. 5 Today Support Pet Pal Animal Shelter: Vendors at the Marketplace @ Bargain City will collect and deliver items to support the Pet Pal Animal Shelter. The no-kill facility needs cleaning supplies, fleece blankets, sturdy dog toys, animal bedding, pet food and Home Depot ...
Monday morning club carves out a hobby and a circle of friends Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:01AMYears ago, right after he retired, Bob Byerwalter's wife surprised him with a brand new wood-carving kit she'd picked up at a late summer garage sale. "She thought I needed a hobby and she thought wood carving would be good for me," he said. Today , the 88-year-old retired engineer is among nearly a dozen men who meet weekly to carve and chat.
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Injuries healed, defense falls into place Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 12:56AMWhen the Green Bay Packers gather Monday for their first practice of the regular season, defensive coordinator Dom Capers will have most of his pieces in place. Exactly what picture those pieces form is a different subject.
Preserving the past Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:26AMA Riverton, N.J., native salvages architectural details from the old Zurbrugg Hospital.
Bellefonte Museum's Haitian art exhibit offers glimpse into soul of tortured nation Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:45AMWhen I wrote recently about the photography art show at the Bellefonte Museum, I mentioned the other
Aid sought after more flooding Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:16PMBy KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press Writer NASHVILLE (AP) — State and local officials who are drafting a damage assessment from last week’s flash flooding in Tennessee hope to reach a $7.3 million statewide threshold to apply for federal aid, the governor says.
A face takes shape with new science Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:09PMThe pale face stares straight ahead, peering at something just beyond the horizon perhaps. His lips curve ever so slightly downward, almost betraying a hint of sadness.
2010-2011 NFL Preview and Predictions Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:08AMFootball season has finally arrived. Searching for a comprehensive NFL preview? Look no further. Predictions for all 32 teams are included in the slideshow, along with the standings for every division. All of your burning questions will be answered, including who will be the champions of the crowded NFC East? What will be the fate of Brett Favre and the Vikings? And what effect does Ben ...
Defending champs loom in Sub South Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:33AMdkvidahl@yourjournal.com
Yellow Pages Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:13AMWith the sounds of swing in the air, Lincoln’s Art Fair slowly came to an end Sunday afternoon with another year of near perfect weather and heavy attendance.
Destination council prepares for new era Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:44AMNAPA -- The Napa Valley Destination Council will aggressively target more visitors to get them to the region at more crucial times – during the off-peak season and hopefully for longer stays in Napa Valley.
New art classes set to begin at Art Reach Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 5:40AMSpecial thanks to all of you who attended the gala opening of your new Art Reach Center and the reception for Rose Wunderbaum Traines' marvelous exhibition in our new gallery at 111 E. Broadway on Aug. 19.
Traveling art exhibit swings through Taunton, serves as inspiration for patients battling cancer Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:23AMOncology doctors and nurses hosted a special open house and art exhibit Friday honoring the journeys people face when they’re confronted with a cancer diagnosis.
The Nature Conservancy's Vermont chapter has been buying up land across the state - 183,000 acres and growing Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:59AMWhat would eventually become of Vermont’s landscape if it was rubbed raw by retreating glaciers. Rains washed the loose soil and rocks into the Champlain Sea, the forerunner to the smaller Lake Champlain.
Fans mark Michael's birthday Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:01AMHundreds of Michael Jackson fans celebrated the late music icon's birthday Saturday in front of his childhood home at 2300 Jackson Street. He would have turned 52 today. Hosted by the city, fans gathered behind a barricade in front of the gated home dancing to the King of Pop's music and taking pictures of the house while local Jackson relatives and friends joined Joe Jackson in the outdoor ...
Coppell officials e-mailed back and forth after mayor's suicide Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:31AMCoppell City Council member Karen Hunt last month told City Manager Clay Phillips in an e-mail that it was "very unnerving" media outlets were about to report on an investigation into personal purchases that Mayor Jayne Peters put on a city-issued credit card.
2010 football preview: Class 5A capsules Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 1:52AMFull previews of every football team in Class 5A.
Arts Notes: Aug. 29, 2010 Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:59PMClay Center CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- "Art, Nature and the American City, 1840-1955: Selections from the Spanierman Gallery" runs through Oct. 10 at the Clay Center. Visitors can see paintings from major American representational...
Art of the Scene Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:04PMTHERE'LL BE no rest for the visual art consumer in and around Santa Cruz County in the upcoming months. Indeed, the remainder of 2010 is packed with great shows and significant artists. The following represents just a fraction of the season's opportunities.
Woman hopes to inspire residents’ artistic abilities Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:36PMJane Ann Harper, a former Carlisle resident and California native, is opening an art studio and creative workspace in downtown Carlisle in September. Harper’s Bizarre at 117 N. Court St. will provide a variety of supplies and equipment for people to use.
Calendar: Aug. 27-Sept. 3 Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:20PMFRIDAY, AUG. 27 Poetry Exercises with Mary Crow, writing workshop hosted by Western Colorado Writers Forum, workshop at the Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., noon-2 p.m., take a brown bag lunch, free, open to first 35 writers to register, 683-2437.
Refuge Notebook: Rookie biologist meets brown bears, mud and malformed frogs Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:48AMIf you had asked me what I was doing for the summer in early April I would have told you "I am staying in Fairbanks and maybe working as a Residence Assistant for the university." Not exactly a dream job for a student studying wildlife biology.
Kickoff 2010 Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:15AMFind out what you need to know about your area prep football team.
Irish shantytown dig turns up 150-year old rosary beads Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:06AM150-year-old rosary beads, remnants of a clay pipe and several iron nails have been found on the excavation site of a former pre-famine era Irish shanty town in Lowell, Massachusetts.