What’s on: Sat’s picks

Friday, August 27th, 2010

Events listing for Sat, Aug 28

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Guide to buying a high-efficiency washing machine

Saturday, August 21st, 2010

If you’re in the market to buy a high-efficiency (HE) washer, join the crowd.  Here are nine things to consider before you buy a HE washer.

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Decor can bring out cozy charm of fall

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Many dread the first chilly night that signals fall’s approach, but the seasonal shift also can be a welcome relief.

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Hawley Winterfest 2010 Planning is Underway

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

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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For many, one tattoo leads to another

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

Mother and daughter Robin and Megan Griffith are always on the brink of more ink. So far, the tattooed twosome has only scratched the surface of potential. Mom has four tattoos, and Megan has six.When it comes to their art, each conversation-starting color burst is like an engraved invitation for ex…

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Gourd art plants seed for couple’s business

Friday, July 30th, 2010

Ron and Deb Stallings’ craft business has grown tremendously since they purchased a bag of gourd seeds back in 2004 at an antique show in Texas. These days, the Imlay City couple are in the business of growing gourds, turning them into unique pieces of art and selling them weekly at local farm markets. They’ve renamed their business Gourdology.

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Spinning up a storm

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

THE end of a busy month of clubbing sets the tone for another couple of weeks of parties to enjoy.

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Perfect blend of the past

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

THE delicious smell of warm choc chip cookies instantly took the sting out of the Christchurch chill.

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Travel Picks: Top 10 rental homes in North America

Friday, July 16th, 2010

LONDON (Reuters Life!) – Sometimes you want the comforts of home even while you’re on holiday and a luxury rental can put you at ease while you’re sampling the best of a new city, resort or region.

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Mary Carol Garrity: Turn veggies into an imaginative display

Friday, July 9th, 2010

When most people see a bundle of carrots, a stack of tomatoes and a head of spring lettuce, they probably don’t have an overwhelming compulsion to arrange them into a centerpiece, like I do. But when you really look at this harvest of colors, textures and shapes, they are perfect pieces of art just screaming to be showcased in your decor.

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