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  • Familiar Faces: Jane Bertram Miluski and Nancy Barch Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:06PMJane Bertram Miluski and Nancy Barch
  • Autodesk Inventor Helps Company Create Ideal Concert Hall Experience Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:21PMSAN RAFAEL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) has named Mark Richey Woodworking, a high-end architectural woodworking firm, as the Autodesk Inventor of the Month for August for expert use of Autodesk Inventor software in developing and installing the precision millwork required for a new performing arts center. Helzberg Hall is a 1,600-seat music hall that is part of the new ...
  • Autodesk Inventor Helps Company Create Ideal Concert Hall Experience Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:05PMSAN RAFAEL, Calif.----Autodesk, Inc. has named Mark Richey Woodworking, a high-end architectural woodworking firm, as the Autodesk Inventor of the Month for August for expert use of Autodesk Inventor software in developing and installing the precision millwork required for a new performing arts center.
  • Community notices Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:12AMGirl Scouts will be recruiting for the new year for girls K-12 and adult volunteers. If you can t make it to one of the dates and times listed below, call (575) 538-2481 for information.
  • 'Everyone is Irish' Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:25AMTin flutes punctuate the breeze on the Peoria riverfront while the scent of grilled meat wafts through the air. The combination can mean only one thing: the arrival of Erin Feis.   The Irish festival kicked off Friday night with a crowd bigger than usual, thanks to mild weather and clear skies. This is the 30th year for the event, which ends  at 6 p.m. Sunday, sponsored by the Peoria Park ...
  • Making the Art Scene, Sunday, Dec. 13 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:18AMBartlett Arboretum & Gardens "Spirited Trees" Watercolors and wood-burned panels by Stamford artist Kathy Hirshon . Through Dec. 31. Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford. 203-322-6971, www.bartlettarboretum.org.
  • camp puts kids on equal footing Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:40AMBeing on equal footing with other children is a rare occurrence for many living with muscular dystrophy.
  • Teen excels at wood art under tutelage of gray-haired master Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:37AMLooking around the wood shop, with half a dozen lathes kicking up a cloud of sawdust, Mike Jackofsky can't find anybody who doesn't have at least a little gray hair.
  • Bruce Gamage, Jr. - Antique Estate Auctioneer ANNUAL MAINE SUMMER AUCTION Rockland Elks Lodge • 210 Rankin Street ... Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:10PMA weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.
  • Arts show benefits Thousand Island Arts Center Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:52PMClayton hosts the 28th annual Arts and Crafts Festival to benefit the local arts center. More than 90 vendors took part this weekend showcasing their unique crafts and homemade goods.
  • Appalachian sounds will fill Ohiopyle Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 8:18AMAppalachian culture will take center stage at the 22nd annual Music in the Mountains Festival, to be held in Ohiopyle Saturday and Sept 5.
  • Eat, Pray, Love, and flock to Bali Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:16AMBALI, Indonesia - The backdrop in the movie trailer looked vaguely familiar: Somebody pedaling a cruiser bike down a narrow alley; the magnificently contoured terraces of the rice field.
  • June 11 through 17 Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:44AMArgazzi Art: 22 Millerton Rd., Lakeville. “Spring 2010 Group Show”: Through June 28. New works by Eric Aho, Liz Dexheimer, Sabine Friesicke, Brece Honeycutt, Michael Kessler and John Maggiotto. Hours: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For information: 860-435-8222.
  • OnMilwaukee.com Weekend Preview: Aug. 27-29 Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 9:08AMYou've made it through another week, Milwaukee. As a reward for gutting it out, treat yourself to a night on the town. Need ideas? We've got 'em.
  • Special summer camp at Monroe Community Hospital Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 9:07AMThere's a special summer camp going on at Monroe Community Hospital...
  • Arts and Crafts our way Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:49AMBefore you even enter the latest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum, you can kick back and soak in the ambience. Visitors to the museum might not even realize they’re part of a replica Arts and Crafts living room scene as they lean back on the Stickley-style sofa and bench in the lobby and study the museum’s map: It’s a clever trick taken from the book of Tacoma Art Museum to give ...
  • The art of the home Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:19AMFirst, there is the short ride on the private elevator. Then there is that first glimpse of the vast space that unfolds as visitors step into the loft.
  • Love of Art Street Fair marks 5th year Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:02AMFor the Love of Art Street Fair is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday on 119th Street in downtown Whiting. Unique, unusual items are available for purchase at the fair. Fine artists and craftsmen demonstrate their skills and offer their works of art for sale. Interaction and discussions with the artists is highly encouraged. "We hope this year's fair will continue the fun, creativity and ...
  • SATURDAY'S COMMUNITY CALENDAR Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:57AMRegional Environmental Council's Great Brook Valley Farmers Market 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Great Brook Valley Health Care parking lot, 19 Tacoma St., Worcester. (508) 799-9139 or farmersmarket@recworcester.org.
  • Entires up at Crosby Ravensworth Show Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:30AMENTRIES were up in produce, crafts, equine, cattle and poultry at Crosby Ravensworth Show 2010, held at Low Bottom, near Barnskew Farm.
  • Art: 'Shadow' at the Wood Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:13AMTuesday saw the opening of the T.W. Wood Gallery & Art Center¿s first ¿Open Call¿ Show in almost a decade, a new exhibit of a selection of works by its founding father, as well as the debut of its brand new retail operation, The Wood Shop. ...
  • 'Junior Apprentice' star judges Ribble Valley bread contest Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:46AM"JUNIOR Apprentice" runner-up Tim Ankers helped to judge a Real Bread Competition organised by the Rotary Club of Ribblesdale. (26/08/2010 14:35:33)
  • Ice Cream Social and Membership Drive set at Avon Lake Public Library Saturday Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 7:24AMAvon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd. (440) 933-8128. • Friends of the library will host an Ice Cream Social and Membership Drive, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28.
  • Family Weekend Roundup: Aug. 27-29 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:23AMSummer is dwindling, but before it slips away, get out and do something sun-sational. Here's a list of events for Brew City families this August weekend.
  • Bars, concerts, comedy and attractions listings Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 4:46AMBARSSARASOTABACALAO SPORTS GRILL BAR: Karaoke, 6:30 p.m. Thurs. / Hip-hop, 10 p.m. Thurs. /
  • Great Route 64/84 SHOP HOP Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:44AMLANARK: 1. Picket Fence Florals, 407 E. Franklin, 815-493-6033. Large carriage house shop filled with handmade designs from several artisans. New and unusual fall florals, handmade baskets, wood and fabric crafts, primitives, soaps and lotions, painted plates and décor, baby items, gourds and more!
  • Are the Constantines breaking up or ‘just slowing down’? Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 7:24AMGUELPH – A cloak of mystery has descended over Guelph’s poet, punk-sonic sons, the Constantines.
  • Chestnut festival to be held at Cataloochee Ranch Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:13AMCataloochee Ranch in Maggie Valley is hosting a chestnut celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. The festivities will honor the all-important role of chestnut trees for early Appalachian settlers and efforts to repopulate the mountains with a blight resistant form of the tree.
  • Global Q&A: 'Does your country have any sport/pastime, that’s not well known elsewhere?' Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:17PMVela Latina Canaria, gumboot throwing, and bocce are among the less known sports or pastimes not well known elsewhere.
  • Park Vista Doubletree Completes Renovation in Gatlinburg, Tennessee Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 9:24AMThe circular landmark hotel spent $11 million to upgrade guestrooms, event space, and restaurants.
  • California art studio to become nonprofit Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:59AMCALIFORNIA - Jozart Studios is being transformed into a new community nonprofit organization, Jozart Center for the Arts. A small group has been meeting since June looking for ways to keep the eclectic art center open after for-profit owners Joe "Bish" Morosky and Jay Paroda said they didn't want another five-year agreement with the building owner when their lease expires at the end of this ...
  • Savour the slow life on B.C.'s Mayne Island Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:30PMMayne Island operates on "island time." No strict deadlines. No rushing about.
  • Summer Playground, Camp NARA, Village Art bring summer fun to Acton, Boxborough Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:13AMThe Beacon highlighted activities at three Acton-Boxborough summer camps: Summer Playground, Camp NARA and Village Art.
  • CAC fine arts and crafts set Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 7:45AMThe Community Arts Center has been busy this summer – among other events, its planning the Eighth Annual Fine Arts and Crafts Festival set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 25 and 26) at Rose Tree Park on Rte. 252 near Media.
  • Scottdale prepares for annual Fall Festival Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:02AMThe Scottdale Fall Festival will be held Sept. 17-19.
  • community note Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 1:24AMGas Drilling in Bucks County. 1 p.m. Saturday. A Town Hall meeting presenting information and an open discussion on Hydraulic Fracturing for Natural Gas with a focus on Nockamixon Township, Bucks County. Learn the impact of gas drilling on your water, your environment, your community. The James Michener Free Library, 401 West Mill Street, Quakertown. Free. Contact Henry D'Silva 267-679-0617.
  • News in brief for Monday, Aug. 23 Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:21AM'Celebrate Israel!' planned for Sept. 25; Community fiesta planned for Aug. 28; New Healthy Hearts program for women; Peaches and Cream Celebration planned
  • Varied musical lineup planned for 3rd edition of summer fest Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:45AMThe West Coast Community Church is sponsoring a Summer Music and Arts festival at the Boys and Girls Club in Ladner this Saturday.
  • BRIEFLY: Aug. 21 Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:58AMRead about what's happening in and around Plymouth.
  • Things to do in North Pinellas Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:05AMBy Nova Beall, Times Staff Writer Saturday, August 21, 2010 Today Skyway Cat Club Cat Show: About 125 cats in six rings each day with 12 judges from across the U.S. You'll see cats in all breeds including household pets and adoptable cats competing. Area rescue groups will have cats for adoption. Vendors will sell everything related to cat care and cat-themed gifts. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $6, $3 children ...
  • Workshops get kids outdoors Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 7:38AMOttawa National Wildlife Refuge recently hosted Growing Up Wild and Project Learning Tree Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood workshops.
  • Tom Ross: Cabbage patch takes over Routt County Fair Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:09AMYou have until 2 p.m. Sunday to set eyes on one of the biggest zucchinis Routt County has ever produced. The 12-pound squash is on display in the produce section of the Routt County Fair Exhibit Hall and was grown by a junior entrant, Teagann Yeager, of Clark.
  • Isla de Mabanlas: A Family of Artists Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:03AMBy JANESS ANN J. ELLAO Bulatlat.com BALINGASAG, Misamis Oriental — Francesca Salim, 46, and the rest of her family are not known for their surnames – a usual scenario in small towns in the country. Their family, instead, is more known now for their collective name, Isla de Mabanlas. Isla de Mabanlas, which literally means [...]
  • 4-H members keep 'dying arts' alive Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:05AMWhile some kids their age might keep their hands busy withtechnology by texting or playing video games, Midland County 4-H members Kristiana and Nehemiah Mork put their hands to work makingthings most kids their age couldn't.
  • Blues Fest & Car Show coming to Pell City Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:32PMPELL CITY — The entertainment, vendors and other activities are set for the Lakeside Hospice Third Annual Blues Fest & Car Show. “We have a fantastic musical lineup this year,” Blues Fest chairman Dr. Mark Fielding said.
  • The Park Vista – A Doubletree Hotel – Gatlinburg Celebrates $11 Million Renovation with New Look and New Name Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:09AMGATLINBURG, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Doubletree Hotels is proud to announce the grand opening of The Park Vista – A Doubletree Hotel – Gatlinburg in Tennessee. The 300-room hotel has just completed an $11 million renovation project.
  • The Park Vista - A Doubletree Hotel - Gatlinburg Celebrates $11 Million Renovation with New Look and New Name Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:05AMGATLINBURG, Tenn.----Doubletree® Hotels is proud to announce the opening of the The Park Vista – A Doubletree Hotel – Gatlinburg. Prior to becoming a Doubletree, this 300-room, circular landmark hotel which rises high above the Great Smoky Mountains and the popular leisure destination of Gatlinburg completed an $11 million renovation project.
  • This Weekend: It's Fair Time Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:55AMWe're coming into country fair season in New England. It's about our agricultural past (and present); about bizarre food experiments (the Craz-E burger); and entertainment.
  • For retailers, the zero percent solution Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:52AMMaryland retailers capitalized on last week's sales-tax holiday — the first since 2006 — to lure consumers for early back-to-school shopping.
  • Lakesider: Aug. 20, 2010 Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:53AMOutdoor enthusiast John Bernardi writes on reflective waters.