Smart money books can add to a vacation's value Jun 2, 2009
He's filled this book with short snippets by some remarkable kids and teens who launched their own startup businesses, ranging from podcasts to greeting cards. "Seuss-isms for Success (Insider Tips on Economic Health from the Good Doctor)," Random House: In true Dr. Seuss-ical style, this tiny tome delivers rhymed commentary on all things economic. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Nashville's Hatch Show Print Jun 1, 2009
And their test and oops sheets are layered and used to create one-of-a-kind greeting cards, post cards and notebook covers. We don t throw anything away, says designer and guide Julie Sola. (Suite101.com)
Obituaries for Sunday, May 31, 2009 May 31, 2009
Vivian also took pleasure in creating her own personalized greeting cards on the computer and searching the Internet for the latest information. Her annual spring ritual was watching the sky for the first geese of the season to fly over the lake and then recording the date on the calendar. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Charming Japanese dolls May 31, 2009
These dolls aside, there are also other products in the Kimmidoll range including greeting cards, bags, stationery, homewares, jewellery boxes, luggage tags, coin purses, key chains and cosmetic pouches. There are also wall clocks, backpacks and aprons for the hard-core fans. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Dearborn Academy arts and crafts sale June 5 May 31, 2009
In addition to the jewelry, there will be unique sculptures, functional wood pieces and greeting cards designed and built by the students. Proceeds from the sale go to students and the shop program. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Blaess spreads joy through town, one card at a time May 30, 2009
In an age of ever encroaching technology, with e-mail and e-greeting cards, one Boone resident is sticking to a traditional form of communication - buying a card, sitting down with a pen and paper, and dropping it in the mailbox ... She said she wastes no time worrying about how much she is spending on cards, saying, "I never look at the price on the back of the cards. I just don't pay attention." Blaess said that her love for greeting cards goes way back to her childhood, when her mother was... (Boone Today, IA)
Seven Ways to Re-Use Old Children's... May 28, 2009
Great Greeting Cards. Join two related book pages to create a hand-made birthday or holiday card. (Suite101.com)
Baldwin students show appreciation for troops May 27, 2009
In keeping with the schools theme of visual and performing arts, Skelton said he asked his students to design greeting cards that would be sent with care packages to troops stationed outside the U.S. He said doing projects like this is something he hopes to continue when he starts his new job as assistant principal at Jonesboro High School. Skelton said the project got started when he got in contact with Jim Frazier, owner of Advertising Associates in Bay. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Complete Flip Video(TM) Line Now Available In Canada May 27, 2009
" The full expansion into Canada builds on Flip Video's strong momentum in the U.S., with more than two million units sold in less than two years in market. The Flip Ultra has been the number-one selling camcorder in the U.S. since it debuted in 2007, while the Flip MinoHD, launched last November, is currently the top-selling HD camcorder in the U.S., both according to first quarter 2009 rankings from leading market research firm The NPD Group. The Line-up The all-new, second-generation Flip... (Canada Newswire)
'Tribute to our Troops' blood drive May 26, 2009
In addition to donations of blood, art created by local elementary school students will be put on greeting cards, signed by blood donors and sent to troops overseas. While the blood donations don t go directly to soldiers serving overseas, the message we are passing on to them and to all veterans is, Today, we give our blood because you gave yours, Witthoeft said. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Box Maker, Wildcat Wholesale, Makes Photo Presentation Boxes Affordable By Selling Directly To Photographers May 24, 2009
Since then, Wildcat Wholesale allowed photographers a chance to package greeting cards in sets by offering affordable card boxes direct from the manufacturer. And now the portrait, wedding, and event photographer can enjoy saving money by buying photo presentation boxes directly from the manufacturer. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
CSS loses $5.4M in fiscal 4Q May 23, 2009
The company designs and sells gift wrap, gift bags, greeting cards, gift tags and seasonal products for Valentines Day, Halloween and Easter. Its customers are mass-market retailers. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Young computer game designers unite at MIT May 17, 2009
The events featured workshops where participants could learn to make music, create their own greeting cards, and experiment with sensors and robotics. Outside workshops, scratchers collaborated with one another to create and problem solve. (Boston Globe)
Make it personal: Inexpensive graduation gifts can be great May 17, 2009
Also, recordable and musical greeting cards are popular, Margadonna added. Silly stuff. (Florida Today)
Pressure is on 'The Simpsons' to capitalize on merchandise May 16, 2009
These initiatives follow a deal last year with Apple to offer digital downloads of recent episodes of the show on iTunes and with Hallmark to create a line of Simpsons greeting cards. And in May last year Universal Studios introduced The Simpsons Ride at its theme parks in Los Angeles and Orlando. (USA Today -- Life)
Art, at Cabots Pueblo Treasures await for every taste and style May 15, 2009
Cabot s displays his amazing canvases and fine assortment of greeting cards. A portion of Ramirez s proceeds help fund a mentorship and scholarship program for low income Indian families who have artistically talented children. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
From pizza to porn: Fifth Wheel celebrates 30 years May 15, 2009
There are adult greeting cards, locking toy chests, novelties and the old standby movies and magazines. Are you all set with batteries. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A third of local mailboxes gone May 14, 2009
He pointed to the convenience of on-line banking, paying bills on-line, communicating by email and even the ability to send greeting cards on-line. Three of the citys nine collection boxes were removed for low volume. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Artist helps children find self-expression May 14, 2009
There she studied and illustrated greeting cards of endangered animals. Lutes, who now lives on a 20-acre farm in Vermont with her husband and two children, said she was inspired by the naturalist life she remembers from living in Lincoln. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Sad Note for Ripon May 13, 2009
Its products include greeting cards, business cards, specialty writing paper and advertising paper. "Recessionary periods are hard on everyone. And they are harder on this particular section of the paper industry," said John O'Donnell, Neenah fine paper division president. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Proof of life after retail May 13, 2009
He has shown his greeting cards to prints in Berkeley, and now plans another show there in June (with his stepdaughter Katie Carrin who will show her jewelry) and yet another show at the 1870 Art Center in Belmont later in June. Meanwhile, Dunn is borrowing from the concept of home staging in the creation of her home gallery, where she is arranging sculpture, lamps and other functional yet artistic pieces created both by artists the Dunn Mehler gallery represented and new artists she has... (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
AVRL, GWCL cross swords May 13, 2009
He also agreed with the workers on their point that AVRL seems to be throwing dust into the eyes of Ghanaians as they stated on a Season Greeting Cards they circulated to workers last Christmas that AVRL is a Non-profit making organization yet they claim to have made a profit totaling GH 35. 3 million. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Amber Vampran Lousteau(Died May 6, 2009) May 12, 2009
The family would like to say thanks to all their friends for their expressions of love and hop for Ambers cure through greeting cards, emails, flowers, food and most importantly prayers. The family would also like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful staff at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center and the nurses on the fifth floor oncology unit at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Mother's Day by the numbers May 10, 2009
Most requested gifts: Greeting cards, hugs. Article Rating. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Postage hike drives Forever stamp sales May 9, 2009
"Why use the mail at all? One needs only bulk packages (can use UPS for that) and a few important documents and nothing else. We even send greeting cards via email. Snail mail is (almost) horse-and-buggy, like print newspapers, like books.So, perhaps the Post Office can be phased out entirely. All media will converge to a digital format, including TV and radio. What's holding all that up? Ergonomics: most laptops, mini-notebooks and Kindle devices have a couple of years to go before they're as... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
FM Walgreens opened its doors today (303) May 9, 2009
The new Walgreens will carry thousands of everyday essentials, including medications, health and beauty aids, toiletries, designer fragrances, greeting cards, small electronics, housewares, soft drinks, dairy products, frozen foods and snacks. Walgreens advanced pharmacy system links all its pharmacies, making it possible for Fort Madison customers to refill prescriptions at any of the thousands of Walgreens across the country. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Elaborate activities for Wesak celebration May 8, 2009
The exchange of Wesak greeting cards by post is also a norm although there are few people doing it here, he said. Free vegetarian lunch cooked by volunteers will be provided for the public at the temple. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Father's Day Quotations, Wording, a... May 7, 2009
Dads are not generally super sentimental about greeting cards. However, nothing quite touches the heart of even the toughest or manliest father like a card or gift handcrafted with love by the hands of his children - even by his grown children or grandchildren. (Suite101.com)
New Website Introduces a Unique Way to Send Online Greeting Cards with Music May 6, 2009
New website, , provides unique online greeting cards called e-gift baskets that come with music and are delivered electronically ... online greeting cards. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Swine flu fears grip world markets May 4, 2009
Browse our great selection of t-shirts, greeting cards and more. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Frugal Living: Stop overpaying for stuff May 3, 2009
GREETING CARDS: A simple card can set you back a pretty penny. A handwritten note or handmade card is more personal. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Calif. postal worker opened cards, stole money May 2, 2009
SACRAMENTO (AP) - A Northern California postal worker has pleaded guilty to opening greeting cards and stealing the cash inside. Prosecutors say Dean Hudson of Marysville stole between $5,000 and $10,000 during a six-month period last year. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Sorry, mom: Fewer gifts on special day May 1, 2009
Report: Fewer gifts for mom on her special day - Pittsburgh Business Times. for free extra services. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Binge, Don't Purge Apr 30, 2009
David Axelrod had jokingly dismissed President Obama's 100th day as a ""and on the 99th day, the greeting cards were flying. "," Majority Leader Harry Reid told Specter. (Slate)
Communication Is Key for a Happy Mo... Apr 30, 2009
Many men see Mother s Day as a gimmick or Hallmark holiday to sell greeting cards and flowers. They don t understand the importance of the day and may inadvertently hurt their wives feelings by overlooking Mother s Day. (Suite101.com)
Street Date: Orinda Way, Orinda Apr 30, 2009
220 Village Square (at Orinda Way): If you adore paper, including genteel stationery; delicately cut, embellished note cards; endearing announcements and invitations; and fanciful garden-themed napkins and paper plates, stop into this eclectic stationery and gift shop, which also carries humorous greeting cards, mystery games, children's craft kits and more. (925) 253-9950. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Recycling Corner Apr 29, 2009
Wicked Local Brookline Posted Apr 28, 2009 @ 08:29 PM. Paper recycling: It s all recyclable. (Brookline TAB, MA)
You be the judge: Three case studies in question Apr 29, 2009
The allegation: Janet Welch, 57, is accused of spending 12 straight hours wandering the WinCo grocery store in March before buying 80 in groceries and trying to steal 100 small items, including toys, socks, sunglasses and greeting cards all worth 321. What the defense attorney says: Lawyer Sam Wardle said he can t blame WinCo staff for bringing the matter to the authorities. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Wilmington bookstore celebrates two years Apr 28, 2009
Mothers and Fathers Days are coming; there are cute little books cheaper than greeting cards and books on cars, golf, fishing, short story collections for pet lovers, humor, etc. Contact Leslie Dietrich, 978-657-6536 or for volunteer opportunities or questions. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Arts Festival draws record number of vendors Apr 28, 2009
Crago was selling her hand-made greeting cards in front of the First Presbyterian Church on Market Street. The Mifflinburg woman noted that she, as well as several other artists who attend the church, have been showing their work during the festival for the last several years. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
The Creepy Photos Med Students Used To Take With Their Cadavers Apr 28, 2009
It was not uncommon for students to replicate these images on souvenir or holiday greeting cards that they sent to friends and relatives. How can these photographs be understood. (Slate)
Printing Company's Holiday Success, Cost Cutting Help Bottom Line Apr 20, 2009
VistaPrint boasts more than 100 different products, including business cards, brochures, desk calendars, folders, address labels, notepads, greeting cards and customized logos. It also hosts a variety of business services, from Web design and hosting to promotional products and corporate logo design. (Investors Business Daily)
Collector: Every greeting card is special Apr 20, 2009
But what may set her apart is her huge collection of greeting cards ... Her family knows how important greeting cards are to her and they choose them with care, Cookman said ... When the boxes are opened, a stack of neat, carefully preserved greeting cards that look as fresh as they did when she received them are revealed. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
American Greetings Sells Retail Stores to Schurman Fine Papers and Purchases Papyrus Brand Apr 18, 2009
CLEVELAND, April 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: ) and Schurman Fine Papers, a privately held creator, distributor, and retailer of greeting cards and other social expressions products, today announced the sale of business units between the two companies ... American Greetings has purchased the wholesale division of Schurman, which supplies Papyrus brand greeting cards primarily to leading specialty, mass, grocery and drug store channels. (PR Newswire)
African Violets Affordable Way To Celebrate 95th Anniversary of Mother's Day Apr 18, 2009
9%) were planning to buy flowers for their moms, second only to buying greeting cards, and they are spending a total of $2. 0 billion on flowers. (PR Newswire)
Many ways to remember Stadium opener Apr 16, 2009
Photograph yourself and friends or family in the Great Hall with those magnificent player banners overhead, and then put the images on such items as posters, coffee mugs, greeting cards and clocks. In addition to this great look, you can find the. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Mary Elizabeth Holmes Apr 16, 2009
crocheting, making hand made greeting cards, and spending time with her family. She. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Brookline Recycling Corner Apr 16, 2009
boxes (with plastic windows); brochures (including glossy); calendars (wall type); cardboard (corrugated and paperboard); catalogs; Charlie cards (paper MBTA tickets); clasp envelopes; colored paper; construction and craft paper; cover and card stock, index cards; envelopes (plastic windows or labels O.K.); fax paper; file folders; flyers; glossy paper; greeting cards; hanging file folders; lottery tickets; mail (including junk mail); magazines; mat board (used in picture framing); math paper... (Brookline TAB, MA)
Marguerite Jameson Apr 15, 2009
She often shared her kindness and sense of humor in speaking and when writing and improving greeting cards each time she recycled them. She worked for Keller Hardware in Wallace for several years and enjoyed all of her local friendships and taking care of family. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Ruth Clarice Thielman, 88 Apr 14, 2009
People who received her greeting cards would show them to others. That script was impeccable. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Forum: Hunting for Easter's true meaning Apr 12, 2009
Over time, this week has turned into another occasion for greeting cards, shopping sprees and dining extravaganzas. I participate in this pageant, for the record. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Weymouth students bowl to buy supplies for troops Apr 11, 2009
The soldiers additionally enjoy receiving entertainment goods such as disposable cameras, chess games, playing cards, greeting cards, electronic games, frizbees, tennis balls, and pre-paid phone calls. We have another shipment coming up on May 2, Doyle said. (Weymouth News, MA)
Easter Egg Assemblage Project Apr 10, 2009
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Letter: Shopping in Needham is a breeze Apr 9, 2009
I purchased a clock at a jewelry store, picked up a newspaper and found great greeting cards at the stationery store. I moved the car to the Heights area. (Needham Tab, MA)
With jobs scarce, group backsdisabled as entrepreneurs Apr 8, 2009
Oliver could use a small loan to buy equipment that would allow her to create greeting cards in Braille, playing cards, menus and other common items that sighted people take for granted. Justin Ingham, 26, hopes to set up as a luthier - someone who makes and repairs stringed musical instruments. (Athens Banner-Herald)
State-funded clubhouse centers for Hawaii's mentally ill are at risk Apr 7, 2009
Hale o Honolulu member Guinevere Melemai circulates get-well and greeting cards, which will be sent to absent members. The Mo'ili'ili resident, who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, also plans to call members who haven't shown up recently to encourage them to get to the clubhouse. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Chuck and Dana Parsons have created a haven for themselves and poodle Maggie. Their garden is among five on the Green Valley Gardeners’ annual Green Valley Garden Tour on April 11. Photo by Scott A. Taras/Special to the Green Valley News Apr 5, 2009
East Social Center will be filled with merchants and vendors offering plants, ceramics by Brynildsen and Garrison, jewelry by Brodie and Fran King, greeting cards, gourd art, photo art, quirky creatures, stitchery, colorful hats, bags and bandanas. Hector de la Rosa will be on hand with fresh vegetables and fruits. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Changes taking shape near new Children's Hospital Apr 5, 2009
The pharmacy sells typical items, from greeting cards to heat wraps, eyeglasses and candy. It also sells milk and a few groceries, but Mr. Wilson plans to expand his inventory further. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Seniors turn to crafty skills to raise funds Apr 2, 2009
She also helps to keep the center going by revamping greeting cards that are later sold. The very preliminary plans for the new center include extra rooms for the more than 30 classes and planned activities, a 10,000-square-foot multipurpose room and full kitchen. (Santa Maria Times)
Small bookstoresenjoying unchained success Apr 2, 2009
The gift annex that Booksmith opened in a former storage room carries greeting cards, Sigmund Freud action figures, and battery-operated twirling forks for spaghetti. A Used Book Cellar offers a Dick Francis mystery for $3. (Boston Globe)
Wilmington bookstore attracts book lovers Apr 1, 2009
Pick out some Easter basket prizes which will not benefit your dentist; browse cookbooks to inspire a twist in your holiday cooking; all our books are cheaper than greeting cards. Hot topics for the near future include gardening and diet/exercising, weddings, babies, vacations, unlimited outside projects, etc. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Picture a Year of Organized Photo Sharing Apr 1, 2009
Especially for special occasions, the ability to turn cherished photographs into memorabilia or greeting cards is a great bonus. Once you've chosen your site and how you'll organize your images, be sure to follow the site's guidelines for the fastest, easiest way to upload your images. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
American Greetings Introduces Cards with 'Fun Buttons' and More Mar 28, 2009
With shoppers focusing more and more on the simple pleasures of life, and recognizing the importance of their relationships, they are looking to greeting cards to help them deliver longer laughs and bigger smiles. To meet this need American Greetings Corp (NYSE: - ) has introduced a collection of new cards with fun interactive features, music, and motion sure to delight recipients. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Enthusem.com and Box.net Announce Service Partnership Mar 26, 2009
About Enthusem makes sending personalized PRINTED greeting cards as easy as sending an email ... That's right; you can attach electronic files like videos, PDFs or web pages to printed greeting cards - and get email alerts when the files are viewed. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
"Depression Chic" On Catwalk To The Past Mar 25, 2009
Andrew Shaffer began designing his depression-themed greeting cards in October as banks were being bailed out and Americans plunged deeper into recession. "We just see a lot of doom and gloom in the media. The cards actually take that straight on. They tackle the issue. They say 'Hey, look, things are not as bad as they could be, or they're not as bad as they were in the 1930s,'" Shaffer said. (CBS News -- Early Show)
