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ART CONTESTS & GIVEAWAYS BODY, MIND & SPIRIT

“Palm Beach Sometime Later,” a collographCollographs - Collographs are original prints in which the printmaker develops the composition on the plate to achieve extensive embossing. Collector and artist Victoria Chick explains the process.




 

Enter to Win the Book 'Free San Francisco: The Ultimate Free Fun Guide to the Bay Area' - Free San Francisco details over 400 Hundred Free Fun Things to do by the Bay and Beyond, including museums, art spaces, gardens, historic places, tours, festivals, films, and art walks.  Click Here to Enter!
 

money issuesWhat I Wish I Had Known: 'Money Issues' - There’s a widespread perception that financial problems are the cause of more divorces than any other issue, and that the best way to avoid such problems is to delay marriage until both partners are settled in their careers and have paid off their student loans, car loans, and credit card balances. Jim Duzak the 'Attorney at Love' discusses relationships and money.

BOOKS & POETRY BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ECO & EARTH FRIENDLY

Do You Have an Expert Platform? Whether you write articles or books, people reading them will want to read material provided by experts—writers, researchers, storytellers. Having an expert platform is necessary for writers, authors, editors, consultants and everyone who has a product to sell. Maralyn D. Hill, co-author of ‘$uccess, Your Path to a Successful Book’ discusses how to Build an Expert Platform.

Therese SkellyFREE TELE-SEMINAR: Marketing Made Easy - It’s not enough to be highly skilled and deeply committed. If no one knows about you, you can be the best on the block, but still have a challenge getting the clients (and money) in the door. On March 18, Therese Skelly - Marketing & Mindset Expert, will host a Free Teleseminar to show you How to Stop Struggling & Start Attracting Great Clients Who Will Pay You What You Are Worth!

Park Pollution - Four Corners coal plant causes haze in the Grand Canyon, Mesa Verde and other National Parks. Conservation groups have asked federal agencies to require New Mexico's dirtiest coal-fired power plant to take measures to reduce its air pollution, and thereby lessen the amount of haze it causes in national parks and wilderness areas.
 

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Big Cypress National PreserveMarch for Parks: Big Cypress National Preserve - Hundreds of South Florida residents are expected to participate in this national awareness event that aims to expose South Floridas diverse communities to its local national park sites.  This year, area residents will have the opportunity to explore the Kirby Storter Boardwalk area located within Big Cypress National Preserve.

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new looks for spring and summerNew Look For Spring & Summer - Spring fashions trends are leaning towards the light, comfy and flowing fabrics with lots of bright, bold tropical colors. You might be surprised to hear, that for the Summer trends, the Boy Jackets are back! From Fashion to Hair and Makeup, stylist Bridget Winton discusses fashion and beauty trends for Spring and Summer.






 

boxtySt. Paddy's Day Party - From Boxty to Irish Stew, and Bangers & Mash, Chris Perrin 'The Party Food Dude' shares his menu of authentic Irish dishes and an Irish inspired-cocktail called an 'Irish Grasshopper' you can make to ring in St. Paddy’s Day. Heck, you can even make it the next day if you have a hangover!
 

 

 

HISTORY & HERITAGE HOBBIES & CRAFTS HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES

Lesser Known Giants of the 20th Century'Lesser-Known Giants of the Twentieth Century' - Wonderful life stories quickly fade from collective memory, so that the lessons and inspiration they offer are lost to future generations. Every age has produced people who accomplished great things in life and became celebrities as a result, but whose stars have grown faint over time. In honor of Women's History Month, author Charles Aulino, talks about the women featured in his book 'Lesser-Known Giants of the Twentieth Century.

Rock Hounding in Chloride and Cool Springs, ArizonaRockhound Report: Cool Springs & Chloride - Marilee Strech discusses these Rockhounding hotspots located near the Colorado River, in Arizona. If you go in March, you will be treated to a wonderful display of Arizona wildflowers and some great hiking and exploring opportunities too! 




 

 

Kat Caverly, the Greetums LadyThe Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Feast - Corned beef and cabbage is the Irish-American traditional dish for St. Patrick’s Day, as corned beef is rarely eaten in Ireland anymore. Kat Caverly 'The Greetums Lady' shares her favorite recipe for Corned Beef & Cabbage - serve it with Irish soda bread and a pint of Guinness!

 

HOME & GARDEN KIDS & FAMILY MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

choosing colorChoosing Color - What color do I paint my walls if my carpet has this hue and my fabric is this shade? As designer Corena Lea Kessel explains "Color communicates meaning based on individual senses, culture and experiences. The dynamic relationship between color and your personal environment can actually have an impact on you!"


 

Dr. SeussGAME: Theodor Seuss Geisel - From 'The Grinch That Stole Christmas' to 'The Cat in the Hat', at some time or other, you have most likely enjoyed the writings of Dr. Seuss, aka Theodor Seuss Geisel. Geisel has published over 60 children's books, using all kinds of characters and rhymes, some of them becoming films, television specials and even a Broadway musical. Play the Dr. Seuss Match Game!

Sandy Hackett's Rat PackSandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show - The legendary Buddy Hackett arrived in comedy heaven in 2003, but he is back to work at Las Vegas’ Sahara Hotel—where he held court and entertained audiences for decades—with his son performing in the Congo Room as Joey Bishop in “Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show."

 

NATURE, WILDLIFE & SCIENCE RADIO SHOW SCHEDULE RECREATION & SPORTS

Wildlife Week Game - One just has to look around to see that nature has it down when it comes to producing some of the most unusual forms of life. From bird to insect and from fish to mammal, the Animal Kingdom, is a lesson in efficiency and balance. In celebration of Wildlife Week, play our game - read the clue, decipher the scrambled letters, and spell out the name of the animal before your thirty seconds runs out



 

Vacation Station Travel & Leisure RadioVacation Station - March 16: Join Nancy & Lisa on Big Blend Radio's 'Vacation Station' travel & leisure radio show. We're airing a special segment on Julian, a historic mountain destination in San Diego, CA; talking about Lake Tahoe with Carolina Griffin of Krazy Kyote Tours; hearing about Tomgirl Tours 'Green Mountains Escape' in Vermont with Lori Carr; and Southern California Wine Country with Linda Kissam 'Food, Wine & Shopping Diva'. We'll also talk about Ireland with MaryAine Curtis - Intuitive Spiritual Counselor; and Andy Yale - Photographer. Show Airs Live on March 16 at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Meet Our Guests & Listen Live!

Women Who Made History In Sports
From the very first Olympic Games held in ancient Greece, women were excluded--so they put together their own games, the Games of Hera, to honor the Greek goddess who ruled over women and earth.






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The Pony Express, Western wear and gifts, Idyllwild, CaliforniaCOUPON: Pony Express Trading Post - Southern California’s premiere Wild West gift store featuring a fine a collection of handcrafted items and a great selection of designer western fashions for the cowboy or cowgirl in you! The Pony Express Trading Post is offering a coupon for 10% off your next in-store purchase. Stores are located in Palm Springs and Idyllwild.

Spring Fling at the Verde Canyon RailroadSpring Fling at Verde Canyon Railroad - Those who envision Arizona as a dry and colorless place have never witnessed the dazzling display of Spring in Bloom in the Verde Canyon. Under multi-hued canyon walls, the first flush of satiny green leaves adorn cottonwoods and willows as the canyon floor erupts in gaudy bouquets of wildflowers. The Verde Canyon Railroad celebrates this joyous season with gala events on the round-trip ride from Clarkdale to Perkinsville. 

Weddings & Private Functions at Orfila Vineyards & Winery, Escondido, CASan Diego Winery Weddings at Orfila Vineyards & Winery - Featuring manicured lawns overlooking the San Pasqual Valley agricultural preserve, a stunning rose garden, romantic grape arbor, Barrel Room, and Vineyard Courtyard, Orfila Vineyards & Winery in San Diego.

 

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