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Students learn how to help others Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:09AMPROCTOR — Students at Proctor High School are gearing up to give back. ... - By PATRICIA MINICHIELLO STAFF WRITER
Community Calendar Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:01AMSubmissions for Community Calendar are required 14 days preceding the date of publication. Send to: Niles Managing Editor, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495 or e-mailed to mbottari@pioneerlocal.com.
Compost facility opened for storm cleanup Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:10AMTo assist residents with cleanup from the recent wind storm that brought down tree limbs and branches throughout town, the Department of Public Works opened the compost facility Friday and will keep it open through Sunday, March 6. Residents may bring their brush, branches and other yard waste caused by the storm from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day with no sticker required. The compost facility is ...
1-800-FLOWERS.COM® Teams with Howcast for Online Video Campaign Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 9:14AMInnovative companies work together to educate and engage customers to create more informed buying decisions
Community Calendar Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 5:27AMSubmissions for Community Calendar are required 14 days preceding the date of publication. Send to: Niles Managing Editor, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495 or e-mailed to mbottari@pioneerlocal.com.
Calendar Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:05AMSubmissions for "Community Calendar" are required two weeks preceding the date of publication. Send to: Mary Ann Bottari, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026; mbottari@pioneerlocal.com. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495.
Clash of the Titans on set: Bubo, black Pegasus and F-bombs Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:09PMWe went to the set of Louis Leterrier's upcoming reboot of the classic mythology movie Class of the Titans last summer, and one thing we took away from it is this: It definitely isn't a straight remake. Oh, there's Perseus (played by Sam Worthington), a cool new Medusa, a cool new Kraken, Andromeda (Alexa Davalos) and lots of sword-fighting. But there's also cooler versions of the giant ...
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas: Flowers, Fruit, Candy...Divorce? Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 4:08PMLove it or hate it, Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Traditional gifts like flowers and sweets are in high demand, and as it turns out, so is one very unconventional gift.
Shopping Search Engine Twenga Provides Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 9:29AMNew York - To help last-minute Valentine's Day shoppers find the perfect gift for their sweetheart, shopping search engine Twenga has launched its 2010 Valentine’s buying guide . Designed for US consumers, this year’s guide provides something for everyone, whether they’re looking for a traditional gift or something more unusual.
Unusual gift ideas abound for Valentine's Day giving Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 6:49AMEDMOND — Sarah Heald was looking for something different to give her boyfriend for Valentine’s Day. She found it in the form of a custom label made from a photo of the two of them to put on a bottle of wine from Vintner’s Cellar Custom Winery in Edmond. “I’ve been in here before and thought this would be a good idea, something unique,” she said. “I like it. It’s personalized and not like some ...
Calendar Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 4:49AMSubmissions for the Community Calendar are required 10 days preceding the date of publication. Send to: Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495 or e-mailed to mbottari@pioneerlocal.com.
Calendar Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 4:04AMSubmissions for "Community Calendar" are required two weeks preceding the date of publication. Send to: Mary Ann Bottari, Pioneer Press, 3701 W. Lake Ave., Glenview IL 60026; mbottari@pioneerlocal.com. Information may be faxed to (847) 486-7495.
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for the Hopeless Romantic or Newbie Couples Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 1:29PMNEW YORK----To help guide this year’s last-minute shoppers toward unique choices for their Valentine, shopping search engine Twenga has launched its 2010 Valentine’s buying guide. Designed to help US consumers find the perfect gift for their loved ones, this year’s guide provides something for everyone, whether they’re looking for a traditional gift or something more unusual.
Correction: Canadianflowershop.ca Launches 1st Mobile Gift Centre in Canada Tuesday, February 9, 2010 @ 12:08PMCanadianflowershop.ca announces a convenient way for Mobile users to shop for flowers and gourmet gifts on the go!
Canadianflowershop.ca Launches 1st Mobile Flower Gift Centre in Canada Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 8:30AMCanadianflowershop.ca announces a convenient way for Mobile users to shop on the go!
Special Somerset Patriots Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 9:00AMThe Five-Time Atlantic League Champion Somerset Patriots are once again offering fans the opportunity to send a Sparkee-Gram this Valentine's Day.
Calling All Single Social Networkers: Intelius Launches the DateCheck™ $1,000 Dream Date Contest Via Facebook Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 11:35AMToday, Intelius kicks off the DateCheck™ $1,000 Dream Date Contest via Facebook, where participants can vie for three grand prizes, 32 finalist awards and other gifts and prizes. Contestants must submit a 60-second video and/or a 250-word essay and optional picture that answers the question: "How would you spend $1,000 on one dream date?"
Valentine's Day is for Everyone with Gift Baskets Overseas' Expanded Romantic Gifts Catalog Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:01PMLove is in the air, and to celebrate the season Gift Baskets Overseas -- the experts in International Gift Delivery -- today announced the launch of its new catalog showcasing an expanded line of elegant romantic gift baskets just in time for Valentine's Day.
Steve Bozzo, CIO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM®, to Speak on Business Benefits of IT Cost Transparency at Upcoming Pink ... Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 8:25AMISELIN, N.J.----ComSci, LLC, a leading provider of Technology Financial Management solutions for IT cost transparency and chargeback, today announced that one of its clients, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM INC., , the world’s leading florist and gift shop, will be featured in a case study at Pink Elephant´s 14th Annual IT Service Management Conference & Exhibition.
Handmade Gifts Make Valentine's Day Special Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:08AMHomemade gifts gained in popularity for the second year in a row during the recent holiday season, but it is the heart, not the economy driving the trend in 2010, according to Michaels Stores, North America's largest arts and crafts specialty retailer.
Valentine's Day Gifts and Goodies for Customers Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 8:31AMValentine's Day is a great time to give a little something to your customers. Of course you love your customers and this is the perfect time to show it.
Design Ideas wins copyright suit over flower sculptures Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 11:56PMSpringfield-based Design Ideas Ltd. has been awarded $774,194 in damages and lost profits after another company infringed copyright on a series of metal wire flower sculptures used in Design Ideas' series of home-and-decor products.
Community Calendar Thursday, January 21, 2010 @ 6:17AMThe Proviso Herald welcomes items for the Community Calendar as well as for columns including Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Newsmakers. Items must be received a minimum of 10 days prior to publication; earlier is better. E-mail to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com; fax to (708) 383-3678; or mail to Pioneer Press, 1010 Lake St., Suite 104, Oak ...
Oak Park & River Forest Community Calendar Thursday, January 21, 2010 @ 4:34AMOak Leaves and Forest Leaves welcome items for the Community Calendar, as well as items for Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Newsmakers. Items must be received minimum of 10 days prior to publication; earlier is better.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) and Justin Bieber Play Cupid This Valentine's Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 5:00AMKnown for his upbeat lyrics and infectious beats as heard in his recent hit singles, 15-year-old musical pop sensation Justin Bieber is teaming up with 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. the world's largest florist and online gift shop, to make sure there's "One Less Lonely Girl" this Valentine's.
Need a bridal shower gift? Make it personal Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 8:45AM(ARA) - Looking for an affordable bridal shower gift with a personal touch? A spice gift basket can fit any budget and makes an ideal personal gift for every cook. With just a little thought and a few supplies, you can assemble a personalized basket.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) and Patti Stanger Play Matchmaker This Valentine's Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 5:00AMThis Valentine's the world's largest florist and online gift shop, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. , has joined forces with elite Matchmaker, Patti Stanger, to guide consumers and romantic hopefuls on choosing the perfect gift for celebrating the most romantic holiday of the year. Â The collaboration between the online retailer and renowned relationship guru introduces a signature "Patti Stanger ...
Lockport pastor left teaching to follow his dream Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 6:08AMLOCKPORT -- It's never too late.
New technology speeds donations for Haiti relief efforts Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 11:00PMNew and easier ways to contribute have helped propel donations for Haiti earthquake relief efforts despite a weak economy, according to officials at a number of aid organizations, some of whom marveled at the volume of donations tweeted and texted from cellphones.
Need a bridal shower gift? Make it personal Friday, January 8, 2010 @ 11:06PM(ARA) - Looking for an affordable bridal shower gift with a personal touch? A spice gift basket can fit any budget and makes an ideal personal gift for every cook. With just a little thought and a few supplies, you can assemble a personalized basket.
Gourd artist is creative to the core Friday, January 8, 2010 @ 12:08PMSheila Abbott holds a gourd pocketbook she made. Abbott owns Sheila's Unique Gifts and Art in Cowpens.
Liz Koch talks about foundation's benefits to Kansas Sunday, January 3, 2010 @ 7:38AMIt may not surprise you that Liz and Charles Koch have laid aside a little money.
More in 2010 Saturday, January 2, 2010 @ 1:27AMWhen the economy is down, the demand for the services provided by Majs. Alfred and Stella Parker are up.
Learn yoga, drawing, theater and more at ASAP winter classes Tuesday, December 29, 2009 @ 12:45PMClasses for kids in digital photography, cartooning, guitar, yoga, drawing, fairy tale theater, clay faces and more will be offered during the winter session of Anacortes School District’s After…
Save Money on Next Christmas by Stocking up Now [Holidays] Sunday, December 27, 2009 @ 5:12PMIt might seem a bit premature to be thinking about Christmas 2010 when Christmas 2009 is only a few days behind us, but now is a great time to save on supplies and gifts for next year. Photo by...
Spice up the holidays with personal gifts Sunday, December 27, 2009 @ 2:21AM(ARA) - Looking for an affordable gift with a personal touch? A spice gift basket can fit any budget and makes an ideal hostess or holiday gift for every cook. They are perfect for a birthday, housewarming or simple thank you, too.
Gifts of Hope: Cape Ann residents help Open Door to feed our hungry neighbors Saturday, December 26, 2009 @ 6:12PMOpen Door Director Julie Lafontaine tallied 1,125 distributed Holiday Meal Baskets at the beginning of this week, and she congratulates Cape Ann on such a high level of support. “It’s this wonderful support from the community that lets our organization put energy in other areas and stay ahead of the curve,” Julie says.
Last-minute gifts often prove to be practical, fun Thursday, December 24, 2009 @ 2:39AMDear Action Line: I've run out of gift ideas for friends, since they hate cheese baskets. They're interested in personal safety and recreation. Any gift ideas? — L.H., Tulsa.
PHOTO: Early start for Santa Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 8:51PMGRAFTON - Liana Gettings, 18 months, sits on Santa's lap Wednesday during his first visit to Grafton City Hall to give gifts to families in need.
Last-Minute Shoppers Approach Panic Mode As Christmas Looms Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 8:02PMWith less than 48 hours until their Christmas Day deadline, many southern Colorado shoppers are out in full force.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM Announces That It Will Not Renew Its Contract for Third-Party Administration of Its Membership ... Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 6:15PMNEW YORK----1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the world's leading florist and gift shop, announced today that it will not renew its contract for third-party administration of its membership program and will eliminate data-passing of credit card information.
Spring ISD students and staff give back during the holidays Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 9:50AMSchools in the Spring Independent School District have found numerous ways to show their generosity this holiday season.
Local people rush to aid of needy families in Cornhill Wednesday, December 23, 2009 @ 2:24AMUTICA, December 23, 2009 -- Area organizations, agencies and office departments are getting into the holiday spirit of giving by donating to needy families and children in Cornhill.
Jackson-area stores expect to see plenty of late gift buyers on Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 10:46PMThis Christmas, late planning doesn't have to put you in the doghouse with your loved ones. It's estimated one of every five holiday gift-buyers this year has waited until the last few days to shop, according to the National Retail...
Southern Californians get into the spirit of Christmas giving Tuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 7:13PMOn a rainy day in Pacific Palisades, dozens of well-dressed women wander through a home filled with brightly colored baskets and stacks of silks. Picture frames made from soda cans line the tables next to bags woven from recycled trash.
Last-minute touches to make your home feel festive Saturday, December 19, 2009 @ 3:38AMFuss-free holiday ideas from home-decorating author and shop owner Mary Carol Garrity.
North Iowa Gives Smiles Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 3:17PMMASON CITY, IA---Most of the year North Iowa dentists and their assistants worry about your teeth. But on Thursday night they were busy giving out smiles and making some kids' Christmas wishes come true in Mason City.
Tea Basket Gifts Thursday, December 17, 2009 @ 10:50AMIdeas on how to make and give a tea basket gift
1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) Enhances Retail Experience With AT&T Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 9:00AMAT&T* is helping 1-800-FLOWERS.COM INC. , the world's leading florist and gift shop, streamline the online customer experience with AT&T Hosting and Application Services. Under a two-year renewed contract, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM will expand its use of AT&T's hosting and voice services to facilitate efficiencies across its online business, customer service operations and retail locations nationwide.
Homemade gifts can mean more, cost less Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 3:57AMiNote: This is part of a weekly series highlighting some low-cost gift and decoration ideas./i