A Happy Host and a Gracious Guest Make for Holiday Magic
Phew, where has the year gone? Time sure flies fast, and here we are, at the start of the busy holiday season once again. Like most people, my husband and I will either be hosting a party or attending one or two in the next few weeks. It is always a joyous occasion to be with friends, family and co-workers to mingle and enjoy the meaning of the season. This...
Continue ReadingFor Pete’s Take: Happy Holi-daze
I was in a store and I heard Christmas music and saw the decorations overflowing the shelves. Only problem is, it was a week before Halloween… really? The recent blending of the Holidays can seem disconcerting. I was looking at Freddy Krueger masks on one shelf and could turn my head to see Frosty the Snowman smiling at me from another shelf. It’s creepy...
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Wrap Up the Magic
I’m a master trinket, remnant and “I can use this someday” collector. I have an entire craft bin filled with randomness. Luckily, I’ve found a magical way to put these miscellaneous treasures to good use — holiday gift wrapping! Not to mention that creatively wrapping your gifts adds another whimsical dimension for its recipient to drool over. Now...
Continue ReadingSit Back, Relax, and Enjoy: A Theater Preview
When the holiday season nears a close, we embrace the opportunities of the New Year and look forward to the warmer days ahead. The Capital Area hosts a variety of community events to help get us through the final stretch of winter and celebrate the arrival of spring, including a wide array of theater entertainment. Listed below are the upcoming local productions...
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Local Women: Teresa Baltz
Occupation: Chef at Spartan Childhood Development Center Residence: East Lansing Family: Son, James; grandson, Zacky Hobbies: Jogging, cooking/baking Teresa Baltz is very detail-oriented when it comes to keeping her kitchen space organized at Spartan Childhood Development Center. She is passionate about providing quality, homemade meals for the children...
Continue ReadingEvents for December 2011
Now until December 23 — Wonderland of Lights, Lansing. Thousands of lights create extraordinary animal exhibits and holiday displays at the 19th annual Wonderland of Lights. Enjoy strolling carolers and fabulous musical performances. Open Thursday through Sunday 5-8 p.m. Admission: $4/adult. $2 for kids ages 3-16 and free for kids under age 3. Visit www.potterparkzoo.org. December...
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Find A Little Peace on Earth Through Yoga
Founder of Hilltop Yoga, Hilaire Lockwood demonstrates a yoga pose. Holidays are hectic, but you don’t have to feel harried. Give yourself a gift this season — the gift of healing — or as Hilaire Lockwood, founder, owner and instructor at Hilltop Yoga, describes it “stillness in the midst of chaos.” There are many reasons why her clients first come...
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Local Women: Juanita Castillo- For the Love of Children
Occupation: Director of Small Folks Residence: Lansing Family: Husband, William; daughter, Sannette; granddaughters, Martina and Natalie Hobbies: Tennis, biking, exercising Juanita Castillo has been director of Small Folks daycare on Pennsylvania Avenue since 1978. She is dedicated to helping children and families in the community who may not be able...
Continue ReadingTraditions, Treats and… 80′s Music – It’s going to be a great Holiday!
We’re set to embark on another holiday season, and let me just say, they come faster and faster every year. I love the holidays though… I actually put my holiday decorations up earlier than I ever have before. It really wasn’t because I was more in the mood this year or because I made a trip to Bronner’s CHRISTmas store. In general, I think...
Continue ReadingWired Wish List
If you want to find out what’s high on your wired woman’s Christmas list, just ask! I got a wide variety of answers when I asked, so you might not want to assume that the woman on your list wants what some other woman wants. Several women gave me answers that probably won’t surprise you. Jess Knott would love to have an iPhone. It seems she’s in love...
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Behind the Magic at Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland
Anyone who knows me (or has access to my Facebook photo albums) knows Christmas is my favorite holiday. I host an annual kick-off-to-Christmas party on Nov. 1, where I, along with my very closest friends, hang the lights and garland, make Christmas cookies and coffee, decorate the tree and watch a holiday movie. With the Christmas season fast-approaching,...
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Feathers in Style… Hairstyle, That Is
Step aside bows and barrettes. You’re in competition with a new hairstyle accessory … feathers! Used for years as a decorative component of men’s and women’s hats and occasionally as an element of other apparel, feathers have become popular this year, integrated into tresses in a naturalistic way. Hair accessories can be subtle or bold including black...
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