Swamp To Sandwich: Gators Sliced And Diced Oct 16, 2009
On a recent afternoon in the yellow-walled warehouse that looks like a morgue, workers in yellow rubber aprons sliced into half-skinned gators splayed out on steel tables. A few feet away, others diced up meat into nuggets and filets, while at another table, workers weighed, bagged and boxed slabs of the chicken-like flesh. (W-USA News, DC)
Sew Piece-ful quilt show on Nov. 7 Oct 16, 2009
It donates homemade quilts, aprons, placemats and other needed items to the House of Hope and displays its works at the Douglas High School Library and in the Children s Room of the Douglas Public Library. The group, which meets the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, from 10 a.m. to noon, draws members from all over the area. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Community Notes Oct 15, 2009
The Guild has their aprons and teabooks for sale. They can be purchased at the meeting or by contacting a guild member. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Raising money with a hint of garlic Oct 14, 2009
IONIA To help raise money for a new Ionia County Animal Shelter, two Ionia residents are putting on their aprons and preparing a homemade dinner. The dinner will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Ionia County Commission on Aging from 5 to 7 p.m. It will include spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs, salad and garlic toast and sticks. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
S.F. gears up for Presidents Cup golfers Oct 7, 2009
(10-05) 20:08 PDT -- At George's Zoo, a neighborhood deli just north of the Harding Park golf course, workers will wear extra-clean aprons this week in anticipation of their new golf-crazed clientele - 27,000 daily visitors who will flood the Lake Merced area to attend the Presidents Cup. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Knights of Columbus annual Tootsie Roll drive Oct. 9-12 Oct 6, 2009
Look for our red and gold aprons and our smiling faces around town beginning Friday, Oct. 9 and continuing throughout the Columbus Day weekend. This year s drive is being coordinated by Deputy Grand Knight Chris Powers and Grand Knight Paul Stanton. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Art serves as his legacy Oct 4, 2009
Mikayla, 6, and 4-year-old Cheney picked their pumpkins, put on pint-size red aprons and took seats at the painting station -- one of the half-dozen themed craft tables at the event. Mikayla had a vision for her pumpkin, but she drew it down on paper first. (Albany Times Union)
Univision Communications Opens Online Store Sep 30, 2009
Univision, TeleFutura and Galavisin branded products, including watches, hooded sweatshirts, T-shirts, baseball caps, aprons, and many other items are also available for purchase. In addition to branded products, viewers will have the opportunity to purchase CDs, DVDs, books and other products associated with Univision's programs. (Multichannel News)
Padres offer 'Shirts Off Their Backs' Sep 30, 2009
Those volunteers will be wearing navy blue Padres Foundation aprons, much like the one that Saxton was wearing on Tuesday, the same one he's worn every year since the very first event. Approximately 40 winners will receive a game-worn camouflage jersey immediately following the conclusion of the Padres game against the Giants game on Sunday. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Clock tower melds technology, old-world charm Sep 26, 2009
The little painted boys and girls, in their pageboy haircuts, jumpers and aprons, stand in a tight row awaiting the next hour. A just-in-case instrument. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Demand for shiitakes mushrooms Sep 24, 2009
The humorous phrase "shiitake happens" pops up on T-shirts, mugs and aprons on Web sites and in kitchen boutiques, but this is where it really does. And it's fair to say the industry's mushrooming. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Farewell, fair summer; we knew you well Sep 23, 2009
Summer, a long-time favorite of surfers, baseball players and fat guys in funny aprons who like to grill outdoors, died yesterday at 5:18 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time of a chill associated with autumnal equinox syndrome ... "We were too busy this summer arguing with each other to remember that something like Summer is here only for a short time and should be enjoyed to the max. It got to the stage where fat guys in funny aprons were too busy yakking talk-show nonsense at the grill to pay proper... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Page by Page Sep 17, 2009
Business and craft vendors signed up for this month include Run 4 Your Life; Sams Club (from Ohio and 121); Pampered Chef with Pam H. who will also be selling handmade aprons; Sterlings Health Plans; Humana Insurance (giving away bags and having a door prize drawing); Treats 4 Cancer; Scentsy Candles with Jeanette; Tupperware with Norma P; Maid For You; local artist Pali who will also be doing Henna art; Jeannes Lacy Accents; First Class D.J. Service; and Homemade Gourmet with Jennifer S. Also... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Rotarians Cooking Barbecue Sep 16, 2009
To raise money for scholarships and other service projects, Rotarians are rolling up their sleeves and tugging on aprons for a day cooking and serving up plates of freshly cooked barbecue and grilled chicken. They will deliver, too. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Auctionpalooza coming Sept. 27 Sep 15, 2009
Over seventy different T-shirts of various sizes; a variety of other apparel, hats, and accessories; countless clocks, cookbooks, kitchen utensils, aprons, and mugs; many styles of pajamas, boxers, sweat pants, and shorts (several made with glow-in-the-dark fabric); lots of golf and other sporting items; several professionally framed posters and puzzles; and numerous watches and jewelry items are part of the collection. Also some rather rare things including a vintage SPAM recipe box, a wood... (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Drought keeps Ike's wildlife damage intact Sep 12, 2009
The debris had wrapped around the gum trees like aprons, choked the root systems and killed them. 1. (MSNBC -- Race)
GUEST COLUMN: What the sales tax hike means to you Sep 11, 2009
There are some clothing items that are tax exempt such as aprons, bathing suits, belts, cloth, costumes, shoes, gloves, gym uniforms, hats, jackets, ties, and raincoats. Then, there are other clothing items that are taxable, such as bathing caps, briefcases, footwear for sports (like bowling and golf shoes) combs, handbags, luggage, sewing supplies, athletic uniforms and wallets. (Easton Journal, MA)
BUDDHIST TEMPLEConsecrated in Zuni Mountains Sep 11, 2009
A ceremonial fire burned outside a white circle on the ground, which encompassed dancers in ornate and colorful dresses, aprons and headdresses with flowers. Each dancer held a ceremonial object, such as ribbons, gongs and hand bells. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Man allegedly flings jellyfish at teens at beach Sep 10, 2009
The My Girl store features merchandise such as kid-sized aprons, "bling-by-number" tote-bag decorating kits with stick-on rhinestones, and plenty of hair accessories. MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. (Fresno Bee)
Market on Main set for September 19 Sep 10, 2009
Vintage, handmade and machine stitched quilts will be displayed as well as old and new aprons ... The public is invited to attend and admission is free to view the quilts and aprons. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Candy Brothers in Monaco Making Millions of Pounds in London Housing Slump Sep 10, 2009
They are waited on by a butler, a chef and three maids in black dresses with white aprons. A silver-framed directory lists 25 phone numbers for various parts of the penthouse, including a massage room, bar and game room. (Bloomberg)
A Child's Place needs community's care now Daycare center for low-income families faces budget crisis Sep 9, 2009
For those who want to help, the daycare center can always use smocks or aprons for its teachers, office materials, especially inkjet cartridges (HP 95 or HP 98), butcher and construction paper, among other items. For more information, call Alfie Linn-Ortiz at 503-648-8413. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Workforce radically changed since Labor Day 2008 Sep 8, 2009
As Americans left behind farms and factories, they donned the service-sector attire of aprons, neckties and telephone headsets, with about 36 percent of the work force now employed in the service sector. While changes have been obvious, it's less clear what will be around the corner for U.S. workers. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Where the people are busy but time stands still Sep 7, 2009
An occasional horse-drawn buggy carrying people dressed in homemade attire - usually dresses with aprons and bonnets for women and girls and button-down shirts and pants complete with suspenders and straw hats for men and boys. There is no electricity. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Making the circle requires knowing the rules Sep 7, 2009
Large trucks also can use the truck aprons in the center of the roundabout. Other drivers should give truckers plenty of room and not be side-by-side. (Anchorage Daily News)
NYC church that housed notorious club to convert Sep 7, 2009
The My Girl store features merchandise such as kid-sized aprons, "bling-by-number" tote-bag decorating kits with stick-on rhinestones, and plenty of hair accessories. Church communities stay in touch with Twitter. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Swine flu cases continue to rise in Ghana Sep 4, 2009
Personal protective equipment such as a specially made face mask N95 that could prevent transmission, gloves and aprons have been dispatched to health personnel throughout the country for use when handling suspected influenza cases. Regional and district hospitals have earmarked isolation wards to receive cases, and these facilities have been inspected by regional health directors. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rick Steves: Experience edible jubilation in Spain Sep 3, 2009
Fisherwomen in rubber aprons and matching gloves sort through folded money. Its A Snap. (MSNBC -- Travel)
HDMA members finalizing plans for quilt, apron show to be during Market on Main Sep 3, 2009
There will also be displays of old and new aprons. Everyone is invited with interesting stories about their aprons to print them out and bring the apron and share it with the public. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Avery Personal Creations Supports Breast Cancer Awareness With Products That Encourage Consumers to Connect With Loved Ones Aug 29, 2009
"With Avery Fabric Transfers, people can create custom, personalized gifts like T-shirts, tank tops, aprons, mousepads, gift bags, caps and more in an easy and fun manner - right from their own printers," says Sarah Butler, Group Product Manager at Avery Dennison Office Products. "It is a fun and engaging way for families and friends to craft and create gifts, and to design shirts to honor their loved ones. It is also the perfect avenue for Avery Personal Creations to show its support for breast... (PR Newswire)
Swine flu cases hit eight Aug 29, 2009
Personal protective equipment such as a specially made face mask N95 that could prevent transmission, gloves and aprons have been dispatched to all health personnel throughout the country for use when handling suspected influenza cases. Regional and district hospitals have also earmarked isolation wards to receive cases and these have been inspected by regional health directors. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
More of this story Aug 27, 2009
Dressed in full pioneer clothing from suspenders and long sleeve cotton shirts for the boys, and bonnets, aprons, skirts and bloomers for the girls, the group set out from Great Falls on two large tour buses. After driving all night they reached their first stop, Independence Rock in Wyoming at 6 a.m.. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
BETTY DEAN HOLMES COLUMN: School days of long ago were different Aug 26, 2009
We learned to sew by first making red, white and blue striped half aprons with smocking on the top edge, and then our own outfits for eighth grade graduation. We made royal blue skirts and jerkins. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Slumdog engineers of Suame magazine Aug 21, 2009
When we got inside, the eight of us looked like a colourful circus crew in our rainbow of unmatched coveralls, aprons and torn lab coats. . (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dodge County Fair opens Aug 20, 2009
Everything from aprons to zucchini were brought to the fair on entry day. It is going great, Sally Schoenike said as the deadline for entry was nearing Tuesday night. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Slow Food finds new ways to help local food bank (4) Aug 15, 2009
Each person was charged two cases of glass pint canning jars and lids as admission, and brought their own aprons, knives, and cutting boards, although melon ballers and can jar funnels were optional. In its first three months, the Slow Harvest Gleaning Project has gathered more than 1,000 pounds of fruit, vegetables and bakery goods, delivering the food to Food for Thought Food Bank in Forestville. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
GHS dispatches influenza medication to regions Aug 15, 2009
He said personal protective equipment such as a specially made face mask, N95 that could prevent transmission, gloves and aprons had been dispatched to all. health personnel throughout the country for use when handling suspected influenza cases. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Mobile vendors spur city debate Aug 15, 2009
sammye wrote on Aug 12, 2009 4:06 PM:" Mobile food trailers.....most of them are kind of dirty! Water jugs setting outside, does that mean there is no running water inside? Counters are not cleaned, they are dirty from people leaning on them. The workers are not very well kept. Hair flying all over, clothes are stained and no aprons. Flies and fly strips hanging in the windows. NOT a place I would eat at. I take one look at the outside, that makes my decision on what the inside must look like.... (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Fliers stuck on planes: Protests go nowhere fast; see graphic Aug 13, 2009
Most major U.S. airlines don't have limits on how long they'll let planes sit on taxiways or airport aprons before returning to the terminal. All have policies, however, for what they'll do during an extended delay. (USA Today -- Money)
In entertainment world, food is really cooking Aug 11, 2009
Stars, too, are putting on their aprons and opening up their kitchens. Paltrow says in her video that she started to learn how to cook when she was 19 and gushes about arugula and a "beautiful purple spring onion." Cooking, she says as she preps her chicken like a pro, has "become a major passion." And tattooed Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, who might not be your expected gourmand, ate and critiqued Thanksgiving dinner on Top Chef in 2008. (USA Today -- Life)
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Cohen said, surprisingly, the safest roads to ride were interstates where there were paved aprons as much as 8 feet wide. He pushed to get home his last day despite a stiff head wind while traveling the 107 miles from Orange Park to New Smyrna Beach. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Iowans get a tax-free holiday Aug. 7-8 Aug 6, 2009
by Brennan Umthun/Staff Writer. Published: Wednesday, August 5, 2009 2:24 PM CDT This Friday and Saturday, shoppers across the state of Iowa will flock to stores in an attempt to take advantage of the 10th annual Iowa Tax Holiday. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Brookline pharmacist could lose license Aug 6, 2009
Inspectors reported that the facility did not have a ventilation system, and that pharmacy workers were not using coats, aprons, gowns or other protective clothing. The pharmacy also did not have accurate records of the controlled substances it had in stock, including OxyContin and methadone, according to the report. (Brookline TAB, MA)
80-year-old Lincoln restaurant to receive $10K grant Aug 4, 2009
A Dutch-themed building with blue trim, it featured a spinning windmill and waitresses dressed in blue with white aprons. In 1945, Coddington sold the building to Albert and Blossom Huffman, who added a barroom and dance hall. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
* FEATURE : Starbucks tries its luck with Seattle stealth cafe Aug 3, 2009
Inside, there are no baristas in green aprons, no Formica counter tops, not even the standard menu board. Instead, the walls are of weathered wood, the tables and chairs unmatched. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Starbucks goes undercover with local cafe Aug 3, 2009
" Inside, there are no baristas in green aprons, no Formica counter tops, not even the standard menu board. Instead the walls are of weathered wood, the tables and chairs unmatched. Coffee is served in ceramic cups and many utensils look like they were purchased in a second-hand store. The chalkboard menu of familiar drinks and food are without prices. Imported and handcrafted beer and wine are available. There is piped in music and wi-fi; there are promises of live music and poetry readings in... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Hey, North Korea: Welcome to 1960! Jul 31, 2009
APTN video showed the staff, mostly young women, in orange aprons and white hats cooking hamburgers and french fries. The restaurant appeared to be styled after fast-food joints the world over, with the menu pictured above the counter. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
French farce with British accent loosens stiff upper lips at the Granite Jul 31, 2009
The aprons are off and the crepes suzettes are sizzling in the Granite Theatre s latest offering, Don t Dress for Dinner. This boulevard comedy by Marc Camoletti was a smash hit in Paris, where it delighted audiences jaded by the Folies Bergere, and again in London, where it was adapted into English by Robin Hawdon. (Westerly Sun, RI)
China drives electricbike boom Jul 28, 2009
On fine days, women don gloves, long-sleeved white aprons and face-covering sun guards. One of them is Xu, on her Yamaha e-bike, making the half-hour commute from her apartment to her job as a marketing manager. (MSNBC -- International)
Organizers declare Austerlitz Blueberry Festival a success Jul 27, 2009
They had aprons on, and they were holding pails, said Barbara Winchell, a former president of the historical society. I said, well, we have to have a blueberry festival. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Inspired by coffee Jul 24, 2009
With the dream of opening a coffee house, Valena -- a 24-year-old artist -- went to Seattle, Washington, to learn at the aprons of the best. "The first time I went into a cafe, I saw someone pour the leaf, the rosetta, on top of a latte, and I'll never forget, I just saw that barista pour that rosetta and I said, 'I'm not leaving this town until I learn how to do that.' ". (CNN -- US)
• Events calendar Jul 24, 2009
Highlights: AUG. 14: Centennial grand opening, 1 p.m. in front of Jarbidge Community Hall; Centennial Parade at 2 p.m. on Main Street; Pioneer Legacy: Personal Jarbidge Stories at 3 p.m. at the big top tent (free admission); free horse-drawn wagon tour of town at 4 p.m. (meet in front of jail); barbecue at 4-6 p.m. at picnic area north of Outdoor Inn; Aprons - Telling the Story fashion show at 6:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park (free); Nevada singer, songwriter and poet Richard Elloyan in concert at 7... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
House dressing Jul 22, 2009
Adams has her jackets made, with striking sienna-colored aprons to go on top ... Raynor likes the company s heavy denim utility aprons because they have a flattering cut and the fabric is comfortable ... When she took over Rialto about three years ago, Adams turned to Utica, N.Y.-based Crooked Brook to have aprons and jackets designed. (Boston Globe)
Senate vote to cut F-22 funding a victory for Obama, Gates Jul 22, 2009
Two squadrons of F-22s have been based at Elmendorf Air Force Base for more than a year and already tens of millions of dollars have been spent on fixing up the site for them, from aprons to hangars to training facilities. Basing the jets in Anchorage to replace the aging F-15 fleet was a pet project of former U.S. Sen. (Anchorage Daily News)
Mat-Su community datebook (7/22/09) Jul 22, 2009
This months project is aprons. Bring something to share for Sew-and-Tell. (Anchorage Daily News)
Waterless urinals miss the mark? Jul 21, 2009
Displaying some bureaucratic humor, he listed possible remedies including the use of such protective equipment as rain gear, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, or even reducing fluid intake, but concluded that wasn't feasible. Since its grievance was dismissed, the Public Employees Federation union has begun urging DEC employees to e-mail and otherwise inform management when there is a problem. (Albany Times Union)
Protesters rally outside office of Anna Eshoo Jul 21, 2009
During the SARS and bird flu scares I remember our own city council throwing their aprons over their heads and assuring us that they wouldn't have time to help the community. They would be busy with commuunications and infrastructure. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Drugstores sprout up across Valley Jul 20, 2009
All three Walgreens Alaska stores opening this summer will offer drive-thru pharmacies, as well as heated sidewalks, heated parking spaces for people with disabilities and heated aprons around the front doors. Walgreens Increases Quarterly Dividend 22. (Fresno Bee)
A little rusty: Dysart artisans transform fabric into fashion using rusted metal objects Jul 20, 2009
Aprons, T-shirts, place mats, napkins and purses also have been "rustified" through RustyYards. A children's outfit made of RustyYards was featured in "Soiree in the City: What Women Want" event in Dysart on Saturday. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Renowned blanket maker expands iconic art form Jul 19, 2009
She also makes tunics, aprons, headdresses and other Chilkat "regalia" plus beadwork "to refresh my mind.". The blankets, however, have a special place in her resume, not only making them -- which is rare enough -- but uniquely expanding the art form by experimenting with different ideas and materials. (Anchorage Daily News)
Stuart Leavenworth: Cooks, scribes share much in common Jul 19, 2009
At many restaurants, chefs are expected to maintain a spotless appearance in their white coats and aprons. Newspaper reporters often look like they just rolled out of bed. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
At airport, stimulus funds fast-track tower project Jul 19, 2009
It will be used to repave aprons and taxiways, improve hangars and make buildings more energy-efficient maintenance measures that were excluded from 2009 s tight budget. The infusion of funding permits us to recondition the airport, O Donnell says. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Market keeps things fresh Jul 18, 2009
During Sunday s market volunteers in farmers market aprons helped keep things running, including a booth with information on the benefits of buying locally grown food: its fresher, healthier, and some say, tastier, while it supports local agriculture. Organizers will continue search for ways to improve the market going forward. (Acton Beacon, MA)
OCEANSIDE: Mission San Luis Rey holds Christmas in July Jul 12, 2009
The women have offered hand-sewn doll clothes, pillows, bibs, aprons, placemats and other items for more than 10 years at the event. "We have children's things and get lots of families, since it's a fundraiser at the school," Cobb said. (North County Times)
Dorothy De Haven Jul 11, 2009
The floor is concrete with 30-foot concrete aprons on either end so the steers don't stand in mud. She says the cattle use the shed more in the summer to keep cool, preferring to be outside in the winter. (Agri-View, WI)
