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Cultures converge on Public Square for International Fest Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 5:47AMMEDINA — Beautiful late summer weather and the allure of cultural curiosities brought throngs of people to Public Square Saturday for Medina’s second annual International Fest. Vendors selling wares from Tibetan prayer flags to handcrafted Ecuadorian bracelets mixed with the Medina Farmers’ Market sellers to create a bazaar in Uptown Park. “It’s good that Medina is doing [...]
Explore the tastes and treasures of San Francisco's Chinatown Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:19AMExceptional shopping and eateries provide a lure that has more visitors coming to Chinatown than to the Golden Gate Bridge.
Hawaiian fashion reimagined in chic, retro designs Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:48AMWhen it comes to fashion in Hawai'i, everything old is really new again. Designers of leading aloha wear lines have combed through archives for classic patterns to reinterpret in new shades and shapes, while individual crafters are busy creating one-of-a-kind... Fashion - Design - Arts - Hawaiian - Shopping
Shop Talk : Shopping on Summer Street, Edgartown Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 6:42PMI love when I have the opportunity to visit a new store. New clothes, purses, housewares, fragrances, and so much more. Lucky for us, Summer Street, off Main Street in Edgartown, is host to many new, and established, stores.
THOMAS HIRCHAK COMPANY Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 11:11PMPresented by Thomas Hirchak Co.
'True Blood' blog: Episode 33, "Everything is Broken" Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 2:04PM"Why should we seek equal rights? We are not your equal." -- Russell Edgington
Alternative Bridal Gowns Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 11:17AMDesigners are reinventing the traditional wedding dress—even designing gowns that fit other functions.
Thomas Hirchak Company Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 11:19PMPresented by Thomas Hirchak Co.
An urban makeover Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 7:02PMAn area once anathema to fashionistas has blossomed into a must-see destination. When I started working at the Los Angeles Times nearly 15 years ago, downtown L.A. was a style wasteland. Sure, there were denim wash houses, sewing shops, designer showrooms and studios, but you wouldn't know it walking down the street. Fashion was something that happened behind closed doors.
Leonard Cohen pays tribute to WB Yeats in Sligo Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 7:30AMLeonard Cohen played before a crowd of 20,000 devoted fans at Lissadell House, Sligo , with two concerts over the weekend. The house is located just miles away from Drumcliffe, the birthplace of Irish poet WB Yeats , and Yeats often stayed at the house visiting the young Countess Constance Markievicz.
Seamstress extraordinaire Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 3:24AMWhen Kristin Chambers got married in 2006, she knew just where to get the perfect wedding dress. Like her mother and more than 100 other brides, Chambers went to a seamstress with legendary skills: her grandmother, Tillie Gallagher, of Wilmington.
Cohen serene under Ben Bulben Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 6:41PMPEOPLE OF all ages gathered, carefully corralled, to walk along a path through the woods. They walked towards the light reflecting off the water in the shadow of a great house. They came to hear a poet sing his songs in a place still associated with another, earlier poet, long dead and revered, writes EILEEN BATTERSBY
Cohen serene under Ben Bulben Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 6:31PMEILEEN BATTERSBY
Hallelujah, as Cohen plays Lissadell Sunday, August 1, 2010 @ 6:59AMThe mutual appreciation society that is Leonard Cohen and his Irish fans was renewed last night in the beautiful surrounds of Lissadell House in Co Sligo.
Haute culture Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 11:20AMAn innovative designer grows high fashion garments from lowly bacterial cellulose
First we take Lissadell . . . country house gets ready for Cohen concerts Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:42PMWB YEATS fan Leonard Cohen has this weekend been guaranteed a view of the window of the room the poet used when he visited a young Countess Constance Markievicz and her sister Eva Gore-Booth.
New Video: Nicki Minaj – Your Love Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 10:29AMThe Harajuku Barbie, otherwise known as Nicki Minaj, is in rare form in her new video for N. 1 Billboard Rap chart hit, “Your Love.” The Lil X-directed clip finds the highly anticipated female lyricist dialing back her usual facial theatre and Crayola box wig case in homage to love and war, [...]
From Buddha to 'Super Robots', Japan stars in Monaco Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 12:11PMNICE, France (AFP) - A thousand years of Japanese history, from ancient Buddhism to "No" theatre or manga robots, takes centre stage this summer in Monaco with a giant show devoted to the land of the rising sun.
William A. Smith, Inc., Auctioneers and Appraisers FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010 AT 10:00 AM Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 11:13PMPresented by William A. Smith, Inc.
Hemlines heading way up in spring 2010 fashions Monday, June 7, 2010 @ 1:12PMA model presents creations by designer Ralph Lauren during the Spring/Summer 2010 collections Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on September 17, 2009 in New York.
Allegra LaViola Gallery Opens Group Show with Sculptural Works Attached to the Wall Wednesday, June 2, 2010 @ 8:22PMGae Savannah, Rhydal, 2010. Sequins, vinyl, garland, Christmas ornaments and plastic, 70” x 19” x 13”. Photo: Courtesy Allegra LaViola Gallery. NEW YORK, NY.-
“Sex and the City 2: Gays and Cliches” Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 2:11PMWith scathing reviews and disappointing holiday box office, it looks like a herd of loyal female and gay male fans couldn’t save Sex and the City 2 from being labeled a massive flop.
Hemlines heading way up in spring 2010 fashions Monday, May 24, 2010 @ 12:40AMA model presents creations by designer Ralph Lauren during the Spring/Summer 2010 collections Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on September 17, 2009 in New York.
The trend: Spruce opens in Minneapolis Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 5:06PMPlus: Seminars on getting organized
Shuri Ryusen holds up art of bingata Wednesday, May 5, 2010 @ 8:43AMThe colors are vivid and bright with Okinawan bingata-dyed and coral-dyed products, and that’s enough to make Hiromi Oshiro smile. She’s the owner of Shuri Ryusen, leading purveyor of original Okinawa fabrics dyed to perfection with natural plant dyes developed by her father decades ago.
Kimonos as art: U-M museum puts on a show Friday, April 30, 2010 @ 12:15AMHoward Yamaguchi's mother in Tokyo mailed dozens of her kimonos to his wife, saying the younger woman might want to use the material for dresses. Happily, the Traverse City couple realized the kimonos were far too beautiful and precious to cut up.
A Weekend in Kyoto, Japan Friday, April 23, 2010 @ 6:44AMThis ancient city is electrified by the breathtakingly new, from geishas gliding down a lane in Gion to a minimalist gallery and cafe.
Holding the Strings to the Heart and Soul Thursday, April 22, 2010 @ 9:17PM“The Art of Contemporary Puppet Theater” is on display at the Katonah Museum of Art through April 13.
Festival of the Arts: Take a tour ‘Along the Silk Road’ Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 4:36PMCollege to offer a variety of music, arts events
WISH: What's in store at two New Orleans area shops Thursday, March 25, 2010 @ 2:16PMLove to shop? Check out these new local boutiques.
Glamour v feminism? Monday, March 22, 2010 @ 11:58AMNothing empowers women more than a good education and career, but since cinema began they have been unable to resist copying the fashions that give models and Hollywood stars allure Growing up in 1950s Britain we learned that there was something dodgy about glamour. My home-loving mother pursed her lips at the bright blond hair and confident up-slick of black eyeliner sported by a friend's mum ...
Robert M. Prozzo - AUCTIONEER - Estates Bought and Sold Rutland, Vermont 05701 (802) 236-5628 IMPORTANT ESTATE AUCTION ... Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 11:15PMWe are pleased to be chosen to sell the estate of Charles and Reiko Tuttle of Rutland Vt., owners of Tuttle Publishing of Rutland and Tokyo, Japan, and Tuttle Antiquarian Books. The Tuttles were well known Rutland Citizens and Philanthropists. With additions from other estates and fine area homes.
Robert Prozzo, Auctioneer Sunday March 21, 2010 - 10:00 AM 207 N. MAIN ST. RUTLAND, VT. Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 11:11PMA weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.
Schools: International Week celebrates diversity Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:52AMTHE Alice Smith School was a veritable rainbow of colours. Students came to the secondary campus at Equine Park, Selangor dressed in a variety of national costumes for the recent International Week.
Nicole Richie Talks Big D Fashion Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:35AMNicole Richie shows off her new line at Neiman Marcus.
Emilio Pucci autumn/winter 2010/11 Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:56AMMicroscopic slips in dazzling gold and green prints make a play for the well-heeled babe-brigade.
Ruffin seeks more space to make hand trucks Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMP hil Ruffin is preparing to expand his Harper Trucks in a big way once again. The Wichita-based company is the largest hand truck (a two-wheeled dolly) manufacturer in the world.
L.A. homeowners fight the glare of digital billboards Sunday, December 27, 2009 @ 2:07AMAfter a recent court ruling, residents see a chance to pressure the City Council to pull the plug on the signs that disrupt their peace and quiet. The view from Betty Kermanian's Westwood-area backyard changes every few seconds.
Caryna Nina Miocic boutique, Jack Rogers sandals, Island Home, shows dot season Saturday, December 19, 2009 @ 6:02PMDesigner Caryna Nina Miocic's clients from Greenwich, Conn. — where she is based — encouraged her to bring her colorful collection of women's garb to the island this season. Miocic, who calls her clothes "very feminine, elegant and flowing, with a touch of the Bohemian," heeded their advice and opened a boutique at 32 Via Mizner this month.
Gabriels Auctioneers/Appraisers SUNDAY, DEC. 6th at 12 Noon, Preview: 9 AM Web w/ 200+ s: www ... Saturday, December 5, 2009 @ 11:10PMPartial list - (25+) PAINTINGS: W.M Prior, View of Mount Vernon, o/c, 18x24; J.J. McAufiff, Marine, dated 1887; Lg. 19th c. portrait of man in red robe; L.T. Mitchell woodland, cased in shadow box & much more.
Intricate Japanese tea ceremony meditative, calming Wednesday, December 2, 2009 @ 11:38PMSally Schurko used to work 80-hour weeks in her job in corporate finance. Now, she spends hours performing a leisurely -- almost meditative -- traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
Winterfair craft sale just in time for holiday shoppers Tuesday, December 1, 2009 @ 4:14PMWinterfair will be at the Ohio Exposition Center this weekend. Winterfair is a national holiday artists’ market, bringing everything handmade to Columbus shoppers this weekend.
Snow business: Holiday fun, including parades, concerts and plays, is everywhere Thursday, November 26, 2009 @ 8:19AMThis holiday season, there's so much stuff going on -- from plays, to concerts and parades -- that we couldn't wait until after Thanksgiving to tell you about it (kinda like The Shack starting its after-Thanksgiving sale on Thanksgiving).
Artisans Guild hosts annual tour Wednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 6:37AMOnce again the artisans and winemakers of the Eastern Shore will open their studios, vineyards, galleries, workshops and wineries for a three-day holiday shopping weekend celebration -- a great way to kick off the holiday season.
Thanksgiving weekend events Wednesday, November 25, 2009 @ 3:53AMMagic of Christmas Parade: Washoe schools Superintendent Heath Morrison is grand marshal. Features Miss Reno-Sparks, Miss Junior Miss, Miss UNR, Miss Nevada State Fair, clowns, horses, musicians, Aztec and Hawaiian dancers and, of course, the arrival of Santa Claus.
Students build mock museum Friday, November 20, 2009 @ 6:14AMThe Olander Land of the Rising Sun Museum opened Wednesday morning, inviting parents and students from the school to learn more about Japan, home to Samurai warriors, sumo wrestlers and sushi.
Japan's Japonica revives the use of silk in its 2010 spring summer collection Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 11:42AMTOKYO: It's that time of year when fashion brands unveil their 2010 spring summer collection. Some new labels in Japan will be trying to make an impression.
MID-JERSEY AUCTIONS (Jack A Barnes Estate Auctions) ESTATE AUCTION OF FINE JEWELRY ANTIQUES, FURNITURE, STERLING ... Friday, November 13, 2009 @ 11:21PMA weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.
Staging 'The Mikado' Serious work brings forth lighthearted fun Thursday, November 5, 2009 @ 3:03PMOpera has the potential to intimidate those unfamiliar with the genre, conjuring images of stark, formal performances and long, dramatic arias in unintelligible languages.
Bernard Chandran, unmasked Saturday, October 31, 2009 @ 6:15PMAfter making his name at home, the couturier literally had to start afresh in London.