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ART |
CONTESTS & GIVEAWAYS |
BODY, MIND & SPIRIT |
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Collographs
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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.
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What
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.
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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.
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FREE
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!
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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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EVENT CALENDARS |
FASHION, BEAUTY & SPA |
FOOD & DRINK |
March
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
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.
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St.
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!
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HISTORY & HERITAGE |
HOBBIES & CRAFTS |
HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES |
'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.
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Rockhound
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!
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The
Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Feast
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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!
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HOME & GARDEN |
KIDS & FAMILY |
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT |
Choosing
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!"
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GAME:
Theodor Seuss Geisel
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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 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."
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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
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Vacation
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!
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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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SHOPPING & DISCOUNTS |
TRAVEL DESTINATIONS |
WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING |
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COUPON:
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.
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Spring
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.
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San
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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