YOUR PLACE.Byline: Michelle J. Mills Staff Writer Keep up to date with inspirational calendar If you resolved to start the new year optimistically, follow through by marking one day each month on your 2006 calendar for fun. Use the time to take your pup to the dog park, go to the spa with a friend or try out a new board game with your family. The opportunities are unlimited. First though, you'll need a calendar to help you make plans. If you haven't gotten one yet, now's the time for bargains, with most bookstores and Web sites offering calendars for half the original price. Here's a look at some of the offerings out there for 2006, and some tips to get you inspired: ``The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Lion, The, English name for Leo, a constellation. Witch and the Wardrobe'': The release of the film has given the classic C.S. Lewis tales new life. Sit down for a good read with your kids (Mead; $13). www.calendarsatmeadwestvaco.com. ``The Breakfast Club'': One of the biggest ``brat pack'' films still scores today. Call an old friend and reminisce rem·i·nisce intr.v. rem·i·nisced, rem·i·nisc·ing, rem·i·nisc·es To recollect and tell of past experiences or events. [Back-formation from reminiscence. (Mead; $13). www.calendarsatmeadwestvaco.com. Mary Engelbreit: Bright colors and perky perk·y adj. perk·i·er, perk·i·est 1. Having a buoyant or self-confident air; briskly cheerful. 2. Jaunty; sprightly. perk illustrations are this artist's trademark and are sure to bring a smile. (Mead; $13). www.calendarsatmeadwestvaco.com. Thomas Kinkade For the American admiral, see . '' Thomas Kinkade (born January 19, 1958 in Sacramento, California) is an American painter whose work has been printed in mass production. He is marketed as "Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light," a trademark owned by Media Arts Group, Inc. : Painter of Light: This artist offers up classic Old World charm that appeals to just about anyone. The picturesque landscapes may inspire the artist in you. (Mead; $4 for a mini calendar). www.calendarsatmeadwestvaco.com. Pasadena Humane Society A humane society is a group that aims to stop animal suffering due to cruelty or other reasons. Examples Examples of humane societies include: The Humane Society of the United States, Peninsula Humane Society, American Humane which was founded in 1877 as a network of : Each month features a different animal that is being helped by the shelter. Get focused Get Focused is a Christian youth festival started in 2001 in Tønsberg, Norway. The festival had 1500 visitors in 2005, and the British Christian-rock band Delirious? performed. Get Focused is a cooperation of the local youth groups in the Tønsberg area in Vestfold, Norway. on what you can do to make the world a better place. Free. Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA SPCA serum prothrombin conversion accelerator (coagulation factor VII). SPCA abbr. serum prothrombin conversion accelerator SPCA, n an acronym for serum p , 361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. (626) 792-7151. www.phsspca.org. Dog Houses of the Design World: Benjamin Moore This article is about the American bishop. For the British biochemist, see Benjamin Moore (biochemist). Benjamin Moore (1748 – 1816) was the second bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Paints has united with the Humane Society of New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of to create a calendar filled with pups with stylish digs. $10. (212) 752-4842, Ext. 232. sr.hsny(at)verizon.net, www.humanesocietyny.org. The Art of the Bistro: Paintings by Jennifer Garant: Cool kitchen illustrations and recipes give this calendar pizazz. Make your family a meal and serve it in style. $13, Mead. www.calendarsatmeadwestvaco.com. Kendall-Jackson Photographer George Rose For other persons named George Rose, see George Rose (disambiguation). George Rose (17 June 1744 – 13 January 1818) was a British politician. Born in Brechin, Scotland, he was educated at Westminster School, afterwards entering the Royal Navy, a service which he has captured breathtaking views of Northern California's rolling vineyards that you'll enjoy for 12 months. Dream about going there with someone special and then plan it. $10, Kendall-Jackson Wine Center & Gardens, 5007 Fulton Road, Santa Rosa Santa Rosa, city, Argentina Santa Rosa, city (1991 pop. 80,629), capital of La Pampa prov., central Argentina. It is a modern city and road junction surrounded by a rich agricultural and cattle-raising area. . (800) 769-3649. www.kj.com. Michelle Mills, (626) 962-8811 michelle.mills(at)sgvn.com BRIGHTEN YOUR HOME: Create functional and inviting light with Kichler Lighting's low-profile, low-voltage linear lighting system. The system is easy to install under, above and inside cabinets, around fireplaces, behind crown molding, and more to accentuate the look and mood of an area. The system is less than an inch thick and comes in black or white. The bulbs run for more than 10,000 hours and are frosted to reduce glare. Kichler also offers a guide with easy-to-understand answers to dilemmas such as how to achieve proper illumination in a room, what size chandelier best fits a foyer and the best way to light a hallway. The system comes in a choice of 7, 12, 21 and 30 inches and the suggested retail price ranges from $74 to $99. The guide is free. Available at local lighting dealers including Mid-Valley Lighting Corp. in Van Nuys and Lamps Plus in Chatsworth. For more information, call (800) 659-9000. www.kichler.com. - Simone Schramm NOSTALGIA FLATWARE: For those who remember the Twin Star stainless steel stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. flatware line from Oneida and those who want to add a retro feel to their dining table, the Betty Crocker 2006 Winter Catalog is bringing back the famous flatware produced from 1958 through 1972. The relaunch of this pattern comes with two new serving pieces and is sure to bring happiness to collectors of all ages. The long-running Betty Crocker catalog is the largest seller of Oneida stainless steel flatware. The catalog also features dinnerware, cookware, kitchen utensils, toys and more. To order a catalog, call (800) 328-8360 or visit www.bettycrocker.com to view the catalog online. - S.S. CAPTION(S): 6 photos Photo: (1 -- 3 -- color) no caption (calendars) (4 -- 5 -- color) no caption (Kichler Lighting) (6 -- color) no caption (spoon) |
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