A chandelier dripping with vintage silver flatware. An iPhone pouch that looks like a chocolate bar. From the luxe to the loopy, the New York International Gift Fair, held twice a year, features thousands of booths stocked with the newest furnishings, books, children’s goods, jewelry and textiles.
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The wait is finally over for Phillip Carter, culinary arts instructor at the Center for Career and Technical Education, with the opening of the new, state-of-the-art cooking lab for the 2010-2011 school year.
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Career Center’s culinary students learning craft in state-of-the-art cooking lab
The Butts County Chamber of Commerce has announced plans for the first Jackson Alive Family Festival on Saturday, Oct. 2. The event is intended to cover Jackson with activities and events for the entire family, which will transport festival-goers back to a simpler time.
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Jackson Alive Family Festival set for Oct. 2; Multiple events coincide
Hobby Lobby Stores has set Sept. 13 for the opening of its Daytona Beach store at 2455 W. International Speedway Blvd. in Volusia Square.
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Hobby Lobby opening Sept. 13
For many, garage sales are an excuse to sell some junk and make a quick buck. But for some garage sales are a number of other things: a hobby, an occupation and an endless opportunity to make someone elses trash their treasure. Locally: Garage sale bargains addictive for Lacey woman
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The Artist Colony at the Esplanade on Marco Island held its third Peoples Choice Art Walk July 28. Loyal patrons of the colony once again enjoyed an evening of food, fun and art. There were colorful interpretations entered in the Peoples Choice event, as well as the current works of art on display in each gallery.
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Tracy Gudgel captures third Peoples Choice
English poet Percy Shelley wrote, “There is a harmony in autumn, a luster to its sky.” This fall, that’s especially true in home decor. Rich, interesting hues, textiles and materials work in concert to welcome the season when we all move back indoors.
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Old World styling perfect fit for fall
THE ART OF ORGANIZING: Class will offer tips for creating a stylish workspace and organizing your home with easy solutions. 10 a.m. Sunday. All Pottery Barn locations. Free, but reservations are requested. Reservations can be made by calling your local store. For locations, www.potterybarn.com.
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In the midst of this beautiful summer, a group of very dedicated individuals have begun planning to bring the community a fun filled winter season. The Hawley Winterfest Planning Committee has been hard at work putting together this fun-filled event which begins on Friday, Dec. 10, and runs through Sunday, Dec. 12. Be sure to mark the date on your calendar now!
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Hawley Winterfest 2010 Planning is Underway
Many dread the first chilly night that signals fall’s approach, but the seasonal shift also can be a welcome relief. Anticipating crisp days and a nice pot of soup on the stove helps shake off the summer doldrums.
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Right at Home: Cottage style’s cosiness is back as a fall home decor trend