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Census Bureau News -- Facts for Features -- Grandparents Day 2010: Sept. 12 (resend) Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:16AMWASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In 1970, Marian McQuade began a campaign to set aside a special day just for grandparents. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed the first presidential proclamation, designating the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day. The first official observance was Sept. 9, 1979 -- and has been celebrated every year since. In honor of our ...
Community Calendar, September 2010 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:51AMCOMMUNITY CALENDAREditor's Note: Meetings listed are as current as possible at the time of publication. Please contact the groups to verify their plans.POTPOURRI OF EVENTS/SEPTEMBER 2010SEPT. 1-7, 2010GREATER MUSKEGON WOMAN'S CLUB, September general club luncheon/Membership Tea, 1 p.m. Sept....
Spring-Ford Reporter/The Valley ItemDatebook Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:19AMDateBook Notes
Summer will end sooner for TESD's students Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:53AMThe 2010-2011 school year is quickly approaching, and Tredyffrin/-Easttown School District (TESD) students will be hitting the books before most other Main Liners. In one of their earliest start dates in recent years, Wednesday, Sept. 1, will be the first day of school for TESD students in grades 1 through 12. Kindergarten students will start school on Sept. 8.
This Week Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:50AMLine and pattern partner dance classes will be held at the Beacon Grill in Swannanoa every Tuesday evening. Beginner line dance classes will be held from 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.; intermediate line dance from 6:15 – 7 p.m.; and pattern partner from 7 – 8 p.m. For more information, contact Denna Yockey at denna.yockey@yahoo.com or visit the Beacon Pub and Bistro Web site at ...
Is Cats’ defense ready? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:28AMA fired up Mike Stoops advises linebacker Derek Earles during practice on Fort Huachuca. (Mark Levy•Herald/Review) By Matt Hickman Herald/Review TUCSON — After eight months of stewing in the juices of their Holiday Bowl disaster, the Arizona Wildcats are eager to start anew when they kick off the 2010 season Friday night at Toledo. “ This week, for all of us, has been like Christmas,” wide ...
Happenings Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:04AMWEDNESDAY, SEPT. 1
New Laws Effective January 1, 2010 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:17PMThe following legislation will take effect beginning Jan. 1, 2010.
Despite Rival Fests, FringeNYC Reigns Supreme Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 8:29PMHaving survived its awkward tween years, FringeNYC is growing into young adulthood surrounded by a multitude of other theater festivals competing for our attention.
Blagojevich Re-Trial Scheduled For Early January Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:18PMFormer Gov. Rod Blagojevich will be on trial a second time next January, but his brother will not be his co-defendant the second time around, as prosecutors have dropped all charges against Robert Blagojevich.
Weekly Performance Update from Mayne Stage New Rogers Park venue strengthens fall line up with new shows Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:09PMChicago - Mayne Stage (1328 W. Morse Ave., Chicago; 773-381-4554) announces new performances to add to its fall line up including Super Jamzz II, Catherine Feeny, Terisa Griffin, The Spring Standards, Heypenny and Kyle Andrews, Chévere, Michelle L’amour, Amy & Freddy, Jamie Kilstein and Glenn Wool, Jessie Arlen, plus Maria Bamford.
NAMIC Announces Winners of the 2010 Excellence in Multi-cultural Marketing Awards Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:03PMThe National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications today announced the winners of its Excellence in Multi-cultural Marketing Awards . Â Held in conjunction with the Annual NAMIC Conference, the awards competition showcases marketing efforts targeting one or more cultural segments including, but not limited to African American, Asian and Hispanic markets. Â The 24th Annual NAMIC ...
Sightings Rare, Speculation Abundant As Kim Jong Il Reportedly Visits China Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:53PMSouth Korean officials say the North Korean leader may be with his son and putative heir. read more
Y101'S "Bootleg Gold" Turns 5 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:54AMY101 proudly announced that they are now the number one Philippine-accessed radio station abroad after surpassing the reigning station Magic FM just two weeks ago.
Sightings Rare, Speculation Abundant As Kim Jong Il Reportedly Visits China Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:40AMSouth Korean officials say the North Korean leader may be with his son and putative heir.
Foreign ministry considering sale of Štiřín Chateau Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:36AMWith saving the order of the day, individual ministries are busy reviewing expendables in every sphere of activity. In addition to freezing projects and cutting jobs, some of them are considering selling off property that they can spare. In the wake of getting government approval for closing down five Czech embassies, the foreign ministry said it was considering selling the stately Štiřín ...
Soul man headlines Labor Day Regatta entertainment Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:02AMLOCK HAVEN - The annual Lock Haven Area Jaycees Labor Day Regatta offers more to enjoy than the boat races at the amphitheater.
Entertainment listing to Sept. 3 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 10:57AMNightlife ALL STARS TAP & GRILL HOUSE: Rachelle and guest, Aug. 27. 115 Hightway 20, Fonthill, 905-892-6667. ANGEL INN: Scott Leistner, Aug. 26; Soul Jam, Aug. 27-28; The Rhythm Hounds, Sept 2. Regent Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 905-468-3411.[...]
New incentives for gift card lovers Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:09PMRICHMOND, VA (WWBT) - If you're thinking about buying a gift card as a present, now is the time. New rules that took effect Sunday make the cards more customer friendly.
Where to eat / Restaurant reviews in brief Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:39AMFollowing are some restaurants visited by News restaurant reviewers. New restaurant reviews generally appear the first Sunday of every month in Niagara Weekend.
Symphony focuses on 'Local Connections' Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:40AMPart of living in a college-driven community is a natural adaptation to a college-driven calendar. When A&M and Blinn classes start, so does just about everything else. And so it is with the arts as season schedules are announced, tickets go on ...
Book signings, children's activities and more Sunday, August 22, 2010 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:11AMWhat's happening in and around New Orleans.
Senior Scene Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:32AMAmbler Senior Activities Center, 45 Forest Ave., Ambler, presents a variety of activities daily, including fun and fitness, table games, cards, yoga, ballroom dancing, piano lessons, woodcarving, billiards, computers, knitting and crocheting, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with lunch served at noon. Wii games 10:30 a.m. Mondays. Call if you can offer an hour a day, weekly or monthly. New aerobic dance class ...
North Texans Cashing In On Tax-Free Deals Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:32PMFor those who waited all summer to start their back-to-school shopping, it is paying off in a big way. Despite having to tolerate jammed roads and busy stores, people are really cashing in on the deals during the state tax-free holiday.
What do you collect? Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:11PMThe nation's leading newspaper and source of information on antiques and the arts.
Grotonfest to welcome 9/11 first-responders Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 6:52AMGROTON -- Groton-Dunstable students who are building the biggest book about peace in the world will welcome 9/11 first-responders back to Groton the weekend of Sept.
Fall into Fun: Modesto-area events guide Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:25AMThe days are getting shorter, the kids are back in school, and arts and entertainment offerings are revving up. Sure, the temperatures are warm, but fall is just around the corner -- and it's chock-full of entertaining events you'll need to start planning for now.
Welcome banners hung on South Locust Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:38AMDrivers on South Locust may have noticed the colorful new welcome banners fluttering in the wind.
Happenings Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:46PMArt
Madden Nation celebrates this week upon game release Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:25PMTuesday was akin to a national holiday, even if it didn’t feel like it as you went through your normal daily routine at work.
Bangkok Post : Sukhumvit Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:33PMAug: Hong Teh features scallop delicacies such as wok-fried scallops with XO sauce, sauteed scallops in superior broth and baked seafood in clay pot. The price is 380 baht/serving. Dim Sum lunch or dinner including a choice of soup, main dish and dessert.
Calendar for August 19, 2010 Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 3:59PMOutdoors SAT AUG 21 Old Farm Road Clean-Up with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt. Meet 8 a.m. at Poxabogue Park, Old Farm Road, Bridgehampton. 537-3752. Kayak North Sea Harbor with the Southampton Trails Preservation Society. 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at town dock at the end of Towd Point Road, Southampton. BYO kayak. 283-2368. [...]
Calendar for August 19, 2010 Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 3:29PMOutdoors SAT AUG 21 Old Farm Road Clean-Up with Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt. Meet 8 a.m. at Poxabogue Park, Old Farm Road, Bridgehampton. 537-3752. Kayak North Sea Harbor with the Southampton Trails Preservation Society. 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at town dock at the end of Towd Point Road, Southampton. BYO kayak. 283-2368. Down on the Farm [...]
First budget rectification of 2010: more funds for pensions Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:12PMThe government has decided to cut the budgets of the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Administration and Internal Affairs, Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Justice.
New releases, now playing and special screenings Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 3:01AMGet Low (PG-13, 100 mins) See review, this issue. Village Square
The Adjudicator: NRL R24 Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:15AMThe Adjudicator is making a list and checking it twice, he's going to find out who's naughty and nice. Roosters, Broncos, Rabbitohs and Panthers - no presents for you.
GOOD NEIGHBOR: JACQUIE OLIVERIUS Church bowling league brings friends together, helps others Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:13AMWhen is a bowling league not just a bowling league? When the bowlers donate their winnings to help others.
Just Dance 2 track list released, will grow with DLC Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 2:07AMUbisoft is (indirectly) giving us a mid-Gamescom dance party, by releasing the track list for Just Dance 2 . And since we can't read the words "Junior Senior - Move Your Feet" without rushing to YouTube, you all get a musical interlude after the break. And also the track list. And also a trailer. In addition to the 44 listed tracks, the press release confirms that we'll be able to Just Download ...
Transcript Digest Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:00PMConcord Diablo Japanese American Club's 54th annual Summer Festival, 1-9 p.m. Aug. 14, noon-8 p.m. Aug. 15, Diablo Japanese American Cultural Center, 3165 Treat Blvd., Concord. Traditional Japanese food, hot dogs, wide array of displays, exhibits, demonstrations, raffle.
Community Digest Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:58PMDigestRib cook-off Clayton s first annual Rib Cook-off, Aug. 21, Clayton Club Saloon, 6096 Main St. Cooking begins 8 a.m., judging 1-2:30 p.m. Sponsored by Clayton Business & Community Association, www.
Calendar: Week of August 19 Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:35PMONGOING
Gotta hand it to Spiller Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:28PMIf there is a reason to dig into your pocket book and shell out some cash for a Bills exhibition game, his name is C.J. Spiller.
Anastacia shows off her enviable bikini body as she makes the most of the Italian sunshine Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 5:49AMWearing a tiny gold metallic bikini, the 41-year-old singer looked toned and tanned as she relaxed on a sunlounger on the beach in Sardinia.
Life & Style Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 4:55AMThe solution to a lot of our current dissatisfactions must surely be to become a lot more like Clan Cameron. Dave and Sam have an appeal beyond the mere electable. It suggests what we used to call lifestyle — a sense of ease and organised houses. The sort of things that evaporate from the rest of us the moment our children get anywhere near the stair carpet.
PhoCusWright's European Consumer Travel Report Explores Key Trends and Indicators Impacting Consumer Travel in Europe Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 4:08AMSHERMAN, CT--(Marketwire - August 16, 2010) - As European travel companies advance from recession into recovery, it is critical for them to stay attuned to the trends shaping consumer sentiment and decision-making. How confident are consumers about the upcoming year? What trends are common across European markets, and where do travelers differ? In a comprehensive research study , travel industry ...
Business calendar Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 7:52PM8:30 a.m.-noon – SCORE presents a workshop called "Small Business Market- ing" at the Stockton Boulevard Business Information Center, 4990 Stockton Blvd. Cost is $30. To register, visit www.sacscore.org or call (916) 635-9085.
Summer reading Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 6:25PMChris BinchyAuthor
Teen's ice skating charity raises thousands Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 5:13PMLAGUNA NIGUEL – Children from battered homes getting fresh starts. Children with cleft palates getting needed surgery. Children without parents finding new homes. Megan Mahdi of Laguna Niguel is watching out for kids in desperate situations around...
On Tap community calendar Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 3:50PMONGOING EVENTS: MOMS CLUB OF POTTSGROVE/POTTSTOWN Meeting are held every third Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at St. James Church, off High St. in Pottstown. The MOMS Club of Pottsgrove/Pottstown welcomes all stay-at-home moms and their children from the area. The MOMS Club is a national support group; our chapter offers playgroups, activities, Mom’s Night Out, scrapbook and book clubs and ...
Craft sales fill calendar Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 10:23AM- Pharaohs Festival and Christmas Crafts, on Sunday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Mary Coptic Church, 12469 104th Ave. Featuring crafts, papyrus, gifts, jewelry, cookies and baklava for sale. Full Egyptian meal for $10, plus hieroglyphics and a documentary about Egypt.