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Woman is 51 But Looks 25
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'Chinosaur' exhibit: Opening reception information
Published: Thu, May 24, 2012
The Confucius Institute at the University of Oklahoma will provide entertainment for the free opening reception of “Chinasaurs,” set for 6 to 8 p.m. on June 1 at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History. A Chinese Lion Dance will begin at 7 p.m., followed by a women's solo dance, children's dancing and... Read More
Begin your Memorial weekend adventure at an Oklahoma state park
Published: Sun, May 13, 2012
Throughout the state, Oklahoma state parks, lodges and golf courses are ready to accommodate the masses who converge on the parks during the Memorial weekend. Read More
Yukon festival highlights children's activities
Published: Tue, May 8, 2012
The 16th annual Festival of the Child was held Saturday in Yukon and was well attended. Read More
Pop-tab purses connect Oklahomans to Uganda
Updated: Sun, May 6, 2012
Ugandan nun joins with Oklahomans to unveil a line of pop-tab purses and accessories that will be sold to help pay living and educational expenses for African women who were victims of the Lord's Resistance Army. Read More
Yukon's children's festival planned for Saturday
Published: Thu, May 3, 2012
The festival will bring a day full of activities and fun for children 2 to 13. Read More
Once off-limits Estonia coastal islands now a virtual paradise
Published: Mon, Nov 14, 2011
Kristina Ojamaa, who lives in the city of Tallinn, Estonia, tells me the islands are the most beautiful part of her country.
The country's coastline stretches along the Baltic Sea from Russia to Latvia, and south of Tallinn, the land mass of Estonia stretches directly east through a small grouping of large... Read More
Knit to save some dough
Published: Wed, Aug 24, 2011
If you know how to knit, you're going to love today's great reader tip. And if you don't know how, do what I did. I learned to knit by watching how-to videos on the Internet. It's quite easy. Once you know the basics, you too can begin to turn out things that are not only useful, but also save money.
KNIT TO SAVE.... Read More
Egg decorating
Simple tweaks, fun new looks
Updated: Thu, Apr 21, 2011
There are so many ways to color an egg, and more than one kind of egg to color. Much depends on the decorators' ages, time constraints and motivation. Do you want to try something new and different this year, or fall back on standard reliable egg-dyeing kits? Even when using an egg-coloring kit, there are dozens... Read More
Knitters send Valentine scarves to orphans
Updated: Wed, Feb 9, 2011
Soon, the red scarves will arrive at colleges around the country. For many of the former foster children unwrapping one on Valentine's Day, it will be their first new or handmade piece of clothing. That was true for Amanda Babine, who spent her youth bouncing from foster home to foster home. One year she moved 11... Read More
Knitters send Valentine scarves to orphans
Updated: Wed, Feb 2, 2011
In all, some 2,500 Red Scarf Project packages will be sent this Valentine's Day through the annual project run by the Orphan Foundation of America. The recipients are all current or former foster children enrolled in college who receive scholarships through the foundation. Read More
Smoking Stand is a Hot Collectible
Updated: Mon, Nov 29, 2010
Anne McCollam answers questions about the values of a smoking stand and a pitcher, and about removing stains from inherited dishes. Read More
Affair of the Heart
Updated: Wed, Oct 20, 2010
Big doesn't even begin to describe An Affair of the Heart, where thousands of exhibitors sell arts and crafts, custom furniture, seasonal and decorative items, jewelry, clothing and one-of-a-kind merchandise. Read More
10 tubular ways to reuse trash
Published: Mon, Oct 18, 2010
Cardboard tubes usually get tossed once you get to the end of the roll. Do you ever save them for anything useful? Some people are uncomfortable at the thought of saving toilet paper tubes, so I'll keep this focused on reusing paper towel, wrapping paper, tin foil, plastic wrap or wax paper tubes. Before you throw... Read More
Seminole culture in Oklahoma: Seminole Nation Days, flute building, patchwork, the Seminole Nation Museum, stomp dances and bad medicine
Updated: Thu, Jun 24, 2010
The first flute was given by the creator to an orphan boy so that he could keep his spirits up, according to the stories of Southeastern Indian tribes.
Some of the continent’s earliest flutes were made from river cane. Joints in the cane form natural chambers in which the air can circulate, making it the... Read More
7 fun-filled summer activities for kids
Updated: Thu, Jun 24, 2010
School's out, which means it's the perfect time to cool off and entertain the kids in movie theaters. But don't let a trip to the movie theater clean out your wallet. There are plenty of ways to watch fun flicks without spending a fortune. Here are a few ways to keep the kids entertained and you sane for the long... Read More
Use it up
Published: Wed, Mar 31, 2010
Frugality involves being less wasteful. Even if you're pretty good about not wasting much, there's always room for improvement. What ways do you avoid being wasteful? Here are a few ideas.
CRAFT SCRAPS: Don't throw away yarn or fabric scraps. Fabric scraps can be used in applique, coasters, sachets, hair... Read More
Aftermarket action
Updated: Tue, Feb 2, 2010
Wax in less time
Eagle One has landed yet again with a brand new product designed to take care of your car's waxing needs more quickly and easily. According to the company, Eagle One claims its new Gel Wax will perform as well as conventional paste wax, but requires less time since you won't have to wait for the... Read More
Don't Let Mistakes Set You Back
Published: Thu, Dec 3, 2009
I love to watch home remodeling television shows. They give me confidence that I really could remodel a kitchen, build a shed or even install new windows all by myself. Usually, the feeling passes quickly, but I find myself feeling comfortable around power tools, and I do enjoy a good home improvement store.... Read More
Combat the winter doldrums
Published: Wed, Nov 25, 2009
The winter months can drag on. Holidays and utilities increase your expenses. Add that it's cold and flu season, and it's not uncommon to get the winter blahs. Before you go stircrazy for spring, prepare yourself with a few blah-busting tips. What frugal activities do you do during winter months?
Here are a few... Read More
For You: A Few of My Favorite Things
Published: Thu, Nov 19, 2009
Last year, a friend of mine had the best idea. She made gift baskets for her friends filled with her favorite things. Taking a nod from her, I'd like to give you a virtual basket filled with some of my personal favorite things.
—Real Salt. I'm not that great of a cook, but don't tell my friends and family. They... Read More
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