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  • Beachwear works swimmingly with cover-ups Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:37PMIn next year's beach season, women can be comfortable, feel glamorous and look trend-right in pants as beach cover-ups.
  • Get the look for less: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:11PMWe were sad to see the finale of the royal tour, but this one last outfit from Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge put a smile on our fashionable faces. Learn how to get her look -- for less.
  • Real men wear pink Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:01AMFor many years now, Jynette Fuquay prays every time she knows there is a fire in Cleveland. She prays not only for those who may lose their home but for her son Scott, who is on his way to battle the blaze as he is a local volunteer firefighter.
  • Salmen Spartan Open is Friday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:41AMThe Salmen Spartan Open is Friday at Oak Harbor Golf Club in Slidell. Registration for the four-man scramble is set for 11:30 a.m., followed by a noon lunch and 1 p.m. tee time. The $75 per player fee includes refreshments, green fee, cart fee, lunch before tee off and dinner at the end. Raffle items will be drawn/given during dinner. For anyone who would like to make a donation toward the ...
  • Salmen Spartan Open is Friday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:41AMThe Salmen Spartan Open is Friday at Oak Harbor Golf Club in Slidell. Registration for the four-man scramble is set for 11:30 a.m., followed by a noon lunch and 1 p.m. tee time. The $75 per player fee includes refreshments, green fee, cart fee, lunch before tee off and dinner at the end. Raffle items will be drawn/given during dinner. For anyone who would like to make a donation toward the ...
  • City parks dept. honors volunteers Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:07AMChrystal Nebgen, 15, a volunteer with Camp Heatwave, helps Mya Villarreal, 6, tie her shoes. (Josh Quinn/Telegram) They scoop mashed potatoes, crochet blankets, referee games. They repair golf carts, skim pools and share the history of Temple. Some started years ago, but others are just beginning.
  • City parks dept. honors volunteers Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:07AMChrystal Nebgen, 15, a volunteer with Camp Heatwave, helps Mya Villarreal, 6, tie her shoes. (Josh Quinn/Telegram) They scoop mashed potatoes, crochet blankets, referee games. They repair golf carts, skim pools and share the history of Temple. Some started years ago, but others are just beginning.
  • Yarn bombs away Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 7:51AMA close-knit group adds color, texture with yarn bombing.
  • PineCrest Retirement Community recognizes longtime nurse Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 12:24AMPineCrest Retirement Community surprised nurse Delores “Dee” Boyd, a 57-year veteran of the field, with a retirement party Friday afternoon.
  • Can you really swim in a crocheted bikini? Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:09PMIt’s pretty but I can’t figure out under what circumstances am I suppose to wear it
  • Community news, east county Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:31PMRoundup of news briefs for east Ventura County.
  • South Slidell's Chris Duhon to host bevy of activities in community Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:13PMScholarship dinner, basketball camp, golf tourney on tap
  • Wouldn’t be seen twice in the same outfit? Why Victoria Beckham and Sam Cameron think it’s chic to recycle Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:04AMEveryone is doing it so Kerry McKittrick and Laura McGarrity raided the wardrobes of six local celebrities to find that perfect little item that they’re happy to be seen in again and again. Related Stories How to get Eva Longoria's flawless look
  • Seniority/A retired receptionist still looks forward to skiing Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 6:15PMEditor's note: This is one in an occasional series of chats with local seniors about their lives, youthful aspirations, sources of pride and regret, plus a bit of wisdom to share with younger folks.
  • Versailles gets knitted Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:56AMThe Palace of Versailles's ambitious, and at times controversial, contemporary programme continues apace with an exhibition of works by the Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos scheduled for spring 2012. Vasconcelos is known for her elaborate,...
  • 13 Super-Pricey Swimsuits Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:26AMNEW YORK (MainStreet) -- Let's be real: Swimsuits aren't chosen for their aquadynamics (unless you're competing in the Olympics), and many times they never even see the inside of a swimming pool. And that's a good thing, because some bathing suits actually carry a warning that they are not meant to be used in the water. Most of the time, those swimsuits also carry a high price tag. Swarovski ...
  • Morningside-Skyline column for July 14 Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 10:55AMRev. Gerald L. Elston, pastor of Bells United Methodist Church in Camp Springs, has been appointed pastor of Brightwood Park U. M. Church on Jefferson Street N.W. Washington, effective July 1. He said an official goodbye to his flock at Worship Service and Fellowship Luncheon on June 26.
  • Women Gather In New Orleans for the 3rd Annual Louisiana Women’s Conference on September 23 Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:00AMJoin women of all ages and professions from across the state of Louisiana at the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans on September 23, 2011 for the 3rd Annual Louisiana Women’s Conference!
  • Setting out the stalls at?regatta Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:17AMCRAFTS, unique gifts and treats will be on offer at this year’s Calstock Summer Fair and regatta. The fair takes place on Saturday July 23 from 11am to 4pm, where a number of stalls will be selling items such as jewellery, cards, toys, books, chocolates, crochet and much more.
  • Salisbury Council on Aging July events Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 2:43AMThe Salisbury Council on Aging has a number of programs to offer in the coming weeks. All events take place at the Hilton Senior Center, 43 Lafayette Road. Preregistration is required for programs offered. To register or for more information, call the Council on Aging at 978-462-2412.
  • Library Notebook: Youngsters invited to participate in Dewey's decimal system race Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 2:31AMParticipants ages 10 and older are invited to find out how well they know the Dewey decimal classifications.   read more »
  • What's your kitchen color scheme or theme? Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 1:01AMI know some people do, but I don't. I used to be into grapes. Now I like my wood & stainless steel look. Maybe i will go back to a theme. Just not sure what. I make/sell the hanging kitchen towels, . . .
  • My Recycled Crochet Project: Bottle Cap Pincushion Crochet Pattern Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:52AMI designed this cute little flower pincushion using a plastic bottle cap (from vodka or any similar size of approx 1 1/4 inches wide by 1 inch high.) You can use any size you wish,(you just need to adjust . . .
  • Can I ask a small favor? Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:44AMHello everyone Iif you use Facebook could you do me a favor and "like" Debs Crochet http://www.etsy.com/shop/debs1 967?ref=si_shop I only have 39 "likes" so far. Just scroll down and hit the . . .
  • I Got The Most Beautiful Bookmark Today From Debbie W. (Deb's Crochet)!! Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 12:18AMI just wanted to share with you all that I got the most beautiful blue and white crocheted bookmark in the mail today from Debbie W./Deb's Crochet here on Gather. It's about 7 or 8" long and . . .
  • Community » Clubs Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 2:03AMLynnwood Stitch N Bitch is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crochet, and general craftiness in and around the city of Lynnwood, WA. We meet once a week for a chat and all are invited to join us.
  • SPORTS NOTES Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:27AMPaul Mainieri Baseball Camps Online registration for the summer sessions of the Paul Mainieri LSU Baseball Camps is available www.LSUbaseballcamps.com. The clinics take place July 18-21, July 25-28 and Aug. 1-4. They are designed to create enthusiasm for the game, while teaching participants the skills needed to be successful. The camps offer daily instruction on ...
  • This Week Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:27PMBubble up at the new bar in town - Head to Toe's New Soap Bar! Drop in and experience the immediate gratification of melt and pour soapmaking. They offer lots of colors, dozens of molds to choose from, and fun additions to add.
  • Northwest Calendar Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:06PMTODAY WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 COMMUNICATION CAFE — Thunder Bay Network is pleased to provide a unique family networking opportunity. The Communication Cafe takes place on the second Wednesday of each month from 12-2 p.m. at the Kinsmen Northwood Centre, 609 N. James St. The next Cafe takes place today.
  • DEAR CHRISTINE - She cheated on me years ago Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:06PMDear Christine, First let me say that not only teenagers read your letters. A number of older folks do.  
  • Texas artist's work hurtling through space with Atlantis Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:12PMHOUSTON (Reuters) - It's a rare person who can say that her artwork is hurtling through space.
  • Pike fly fishing expert David Wolsoncroft-Dodds to give rare talk in Norwich Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:02PMFrom the Fens to the Broads, and as far afield as the US and Scandinavia, it’s reckoned to be the fastest-growing method of targeting pike.
  • What part of beer don’t you understand? Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 12:54PMMore than 90 percent of the tickets for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting III on Sept. 30 in Denver have already been sold, even as organizers work to finalize what beer will be served.
  • Morning Glory students help Hamilton Marsh Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 10:13AMA Knit-A-Thon recently put on by the Morning Glory School in Hilliers, raised $550 for the Friends of French Creek Conservations Society’s (FFCCS) Hamilton Marsh Fund, aimed at conserving the diverse wetland area, located south of Qualicum Beach.
  • Senior center offers crochet classes Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 3:14AMVINELAND -- Vineland Senior Center, 103 S. Sixth St., will offer a free crochet class for beginners as well as experienced crocheters from 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays, beginning this Friday. Participants must bring their own yarn and hook. Size 5 or 6 hooks are recommended for beginners.
  • ‘Fest’ triumphs over weather Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 1:59AMDESPITE power cuts and bad weather, this year’s National Arts Festival in Grahamstown had a 6% increase in attendance numbers – and counting.
  • Fears of fuel shortages Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 1:29AMTens of thousands of workers in the petroleum industry nationally downed tools yesterday after wage talks deadlocked, sparking fears of fuel shortages if the strike persists.
  • Salmen Spartan Open coming July 22 to Oak Harbor Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 12:35AMThe Salmen Spartan Open takes place July 22 at Oak Harbor Golf Club in Slidell.
  • Thumbs up for duchess' feminine style Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 7:26PMEven in a town where celebrity-studded awards shows are commonplace, it was the most anticipated event of the season.
  • Royal couple visit skid row arts center on final day in L.A. Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 6:15PMLOS ANGELES -- Growing up poor in South Los Angeles, Lorenzo Perez never imagined he would one day dance for British royalty. "I didn't think there was still kings and queens," said Perez, 19, who got his chance on Sunday. "It's like a Disney movie."
  • Princess Kate brings feminine, tried-and-true looks to U.S. Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:43PMEven in a town where celebrity-studded awards shows tend to be commonplace, it was the most anticipated event of the season.
  • Fond Farewell Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:06PMPaul Crochet looks through farewell cards with his wife, Audrey, as they prepare for a family photo with their nine children and many grandchildren. Paul Crochet on Saturday was honored by St. Joseph Catholic Church in Loreauville for his 18 years of handling maintenance at the church.
  • Evangeline LL girls win district titles Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:06PMEvangeline Little League won district softball championships in age 11-12 and 9-10 tournaments over the weekend.
  • Kate Middleton's California Couture a Royal Success Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 1:48PMThree jam-packed days, six events and five fabulous outfits—whew! The duchess formerly known as Kate Middleton stepped up her style when she and Prince William arrived in La-La...
  • Kate Brings Feminine Looks To U.S. Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:07PMThe unveiling of Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge's travel wardrobe was the most anticipated Los Angeles event of the season.
  • Mary Serbin, 108, of Waynesboro finishes treatment at St. Joseph Ministries Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:06PMGraduating from the St. Joseph Ministries physical therapy program in Emmitsburg is not that unusual. Graduating the program and being sent to live at home at 108 years old is. Mary Serbin, 108, born in Harwood, graduated from the physical therapy program at St. Catherine’s Nursing and Rehab center Friday, cleared to return to the Waynesboro home of her granddaughter, Judi Hofmann.
  • CCMC gets medical supplies from NGO Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:32AMA Cebu-based charity organization donated various medical supplies and equipment to the Cebu City Medical Center to help the hospital improve the quality of services it delivers to indigents of Cebu City.
  • Royal couple visit skid row arts center on final day in Los Angeles Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:19AMLOS ANGELES (MCT) — Growing up poor in South Los Angeles, Lorenzo Perez never imagined he would one day dance for British royalty.
  • Tell us about your talent Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:16AMDo you knit, sew, quilt or crochet? Are you a woodworker extraordinaire or superior model airplane maker? Can you build birdhouses or decorate plates? If you have an artistic flair and would like to share your passion for your hobby, we want to hear from you and possibly feature your talent as part of an upcoming series. For information, please contact Daily News columnist Julia Spitz at ...
  • Kate brings tried-and-true looks to US Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 9:09PMEven in a town where celebrity-studded awards shows are commonplace, it was the most anticipated event of the season.