(Monday, October 5, 2009)
Buck Stretcher -- Limit compulsive buys
When it comes to saving money, a key step is to not buy things you don't really need -- AKA compulsive purchases.
If it's something you really want to have, hold off on buying it for awhile. If you still really want it in a month or so down the road, save your money for it and find a way to work it... (Monday, October 5, 2009)
New in print
"Raymond Carver: Collected Stories": Carver marked out a distinctive place in American literature during his brief prime -- he died in 1989 at age 50, after about a decade of recognition as a master short story writer. It was his early story collection, "Will You Please Be Quiet, Please?," that... (Monday, October 5, 2009)
Send us your photos
P-B seeks fall photos ...
Attention all readers: We're looking for photos of fall colors as they start changing in southeastern Minnesota -- and we need your help.
Send us your favorite photos and we'll feature them on an upcoming page in the Post-Bulletin. (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
GreenSpace digest
Local food at Winona State University
WINONA -- The Winona Farmers Market is moving to campus on Saturday, Oct. 17 as part of Winona State University's focus on sustainable food. Campus dining services will also be offering a Taste of SE Minnesota dinner that evening as part of WSU Family Weekend... (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
GreenSpace -- Twig furniture is functional and a work of art
Bob McNeely cut down some trees in his backyard about 12 years ago and planned on burning the wood when his wife pitched an idea on how to reuse it.
"She said, 'Instead of burning that, why don't you build this bench?" McNeely said, recalling how his wife handed him a picture of twig furniture she... (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
Star Watch -- Time for the harvest moon
It's time to get out and enjoy the absolute beauty of the autumn night sky over Rochester. We're entering the prime time of stargazing season. The nights are longer and with less moisture in the air, the skies are generally more transparent. Even if you're not a big-time stargazing fan, you owe... (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
1C Teens' store offers clothing for all ages
ALBERT LEA -- Two teenage sisters from Albert Lea have been learning the ropes of the fashion industry through their clothing store called BG Loft in downtown Albert Lea.
In June, 17-year-old Erin Brick and her 15-year-old sister Paige Brick opened the clothing store in the loft at Brick Furniture.... (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
Study -- Working moms have unhealthier kids
Score one for stay-at-home moms.
Children whose mothers work outside the home eat fewer fruits and vegetables, drink more sugary beverages between meals and get less exercise than moms who have never been employed, new British research shows. (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
Buck stretcher -- Swap meet
Reuse, or take it to a swap meet.
"Before you toss something in the trash, think about how it might be useful to you reused in another way. If you can't think of anything, find a local swap meet and trade your item for something else, or barter it away online." (Thursday, October 8, 2009)
Family Time -- Empty your bowl and help fill food shelf
When the kids are out of school for MEA and you're looking for something to do, wouldn't it be great if it was family-friendly, involved lunch (or dinner), access to great art, giving back to the community and receiving a beautifully painted handcrafted ceramic bowl? You're in luck. You can have all... (Friday, October 9, 2009)
Big Give features a beer tasting
Last week, I asked you to save time in your night this Saturday for Drew's Big Give, a fundraising benefit at the Peace Plaza.
Drew's Big Give, a first-time fundraiser in Rochester, is unique in that rather than being a wine tasting like so many others, it's going to feature a variety of beers,... (Friday, October 9, 2009)
Mother Nature has spread her tapestry
It seems like one day, you're keeping cool at the Silver Lake Pool and the next day you're reaching for your flannels and anticipating the Friday night football rivalry between Century and Mayo high schools. (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Book chronicles author's 12-year financial, spiritual struggle
At times, some people may feel they must go to a big city in California or New York to live out their dreams. A Rochester author, however, has proved the opposite. She has written a book that is selling all over the world. (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
For ballroom dancers, practice makes perfect
Jim and Karrie Geroux of Rochester have spent the last three years balancing their time between their jobs, their children and the dance floor.
The couple are two of eight Rochester ballroom dancers that are preparing for the 2009 Northwest DanceSport Championships, which will be held Oct. 24-25 in... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Children's book art show soars into Red Wing
RED WING -- A girl riding on the back of a cardinal has taken center stage at the Depot Gallery in Red Wing.
Granted, it's a drawing that has the people talking at the Red Wing Arts Association gallery. (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Minnesota Marine Art Museum debuts new exhibit
WINONA -- The Minnesota Marine Art Museum will display art of John Stobart, Roy Cross, Dusan Kadlec and Maarten Platje. It runs through March 26.
The exhibit includes 27 oil and watercolor paintings by four of the world's best contemporary marine artists, renowned for their photorealistic... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Faith focus
Organist to perform in Rochester
Acclaimed organist John Weaver will perform at 4 p.m. Sunday at First Presbyterian Church, 512 Third St. S.W., Rochester.
Weaver has been organist and choir director at West Point, choir and orchestra conductor of a Bach Cantata Series at Holy Trinity, and has served... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Pulpit -- A divine transplant
By C. John Steer
For 13 years I have had the privilege of serving on the board of LifeSource.
LifeSource is an organization selected by the federal government to manage all organs donated for transplantation in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and parts of Wisconsin. It matches patients who... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Pet of the week
Laura is a 4-year-old golden retriever who is described as a sweetheart. She's a smart cookie, but could use more training. She would do best as the only dog in the home. She is available at Paws and Claws Humane Society. Anyone interested in Laura or other pets should call 288-7226. There will be... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Center cares for mind, body and soul
The idea began with nurses. Working in the health care profession, Lisa Van Getson, a nurse practitioner and certified healing arts practitioner, knew the fatigue and stress experienced by professionals and decided that she would provide "healing for the soul, mind and body." (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Weather service invites public to La Crosse for tours
LA CROSSE, Wis. -- On a clear day, an observer on the Minnesota side of the Mississippi River can spot a white dome high atop a bluff above the city of La Crosse. Inside the orb, a radar antenna is revolving -- tracking clouds, rain or snow as far as 248 miles away. At shorter range, it detects... (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Kingsland adds to Wall of Honor
The Kingsland Alumni & Friends Association recognized the late Miss Irene Warren as the second individual on the Kingsland Wall of Honor during an induction ceremony held at the Kingsland High School gymnasium on Oct. 2. (Saturday, October 10, 2009)
Buck stretcher -- Costumes
Consider going green and saving some dough this Halloween by making your own costumes.
With a little creativity and some of that extra stuff you might have stashed in your basement such as boxes or old clothing, you can create a one-of-a-kind costume that will surely be noticed. (Friday, October 9, 2009)
Kids' Krafts -- Colors of autumn clothe acorn people
Anyone with an oak tree growing in his or her backyard knows the acorn is a favorite staple of a squirrel's diet. In autumn, you can see them collect and store acorns for winter.
But did you know that for centuries humans also relied on the fruit of the tree for food? (Friday, October 9, 2009)
Lifestyles digest
Empty Bowls event benefits food shelf
The fifth annual Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit Channel One Food Bank and Food Shelf will be held Oct. 15 at the Rochester Art Center, 40 Civic Center Drive S.E. (Thursday, October 8, 2009)
1C Program helps ReEnergize homeowners
If you are a homeowner interested in making your house more energy efficient, there may not a better time than now to make that investment.
Project ReEnergize, a program that offers rebates to homeowners for energy efficient home upgrades, was officially launched Oct. 1. (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
Dear Teacher -- Meet with teacher about child's anxiety
My 4-year-old daughter goes to pre-K, part of the public school system in our state. She did well the first week. But the second week, she started to cry and refused to do what her teachers asked her to do. The teachers called and asked us to pick her up for three days in a row. As soon as we picked... (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
Buck stretcher -- TV
Turn off the TV.
"Television uses almost 300 watts of energy every hour it's on, and the average household watches four hours each day."
Source: Popular Mechanics, "When Changing A Light Bulb Just Isn't Enough." Hearst Books/Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., $14.95. (Wednesday, October 7, 2009)
GreenSpace -- Rain barrels serve dual purpose
LAKE CITY -- A community group is showing how something that's good for the flower garden can benefit local youths, too.
By assembling and selling rain barrels, members of Lake City Better Futures are raising scholarship funds for graduating students at Lincoln High School. (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
1C Box City sheds light on homelessness
As the nights get colder, a warm bed is even more appreciated.
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1C GreenSpace -- Eco-friendly rides add Zip to school
WINONA -- Two modes of transportation are making it more convenient and eco-friendly for students and faculty to get to class at Winona State University and run errands off-campus.
The university recently launched the Purple Bike Rental Program and now has three Zipcars, which are part of a... (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
Buck stretcher -- Carpet
If you're replacing carpet in a room because it's stained or wearing out in a particular area, consider if the "old" carpet can be reused in another room.
If the room is smaller, the stained or worn part of the carpet may possibly be cut away. Ask the installer of the new carpet to install the old... (Tuesday, October 6, 2009)
Writing workshop is Oct. 31
A fiction-writing workshop, designed to help participants complete a draft of a novel in one month, will be held Oct. 31 through Rochester Community Education.
The workshop coincides with the start of National Write a Novel Month, which is November. Three presentations are scheduled: (Monday, October 5, 2009)
P-B seeks fall photos ...
Attention all readers: We're looking for photos of fall colors as they start changing in southeastern Minnesota -- and we need your help.
Send us your favorite photos and we'll feature them on an upcoming page in the Post-Bulletin. (Monday, October 5, 2009)
15 Minutes -- Firewood delivery strikes the right cord (video)
Marv Sawyer and his family have been harvesting and delivering firewood in the area for almost 30 years. His grandparents and parents, farmers in the Viola area, sold firewood they pulled out of woods on their property. (Monday, October 5, 2009)
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