Chinese Rose Mandarin Palace Bowl to Feature in Kaminski Auctions,...

Wednesday, 28 March 2012 13:23

A rare 19th Century Chinese Rose Mandarin Palace punch bowl is one of the top lots in the upcoming Fine Asian Art and Antiques auction to be held by Kaminski Auctions at their auction gallery March 30th and 31st at 117 Elliott Street, Beverly, Massachusetts.

A rare early 19th century Chinese Rose Mandarin Palace Punch Bowl, is one of the top lots in the upcoming Fine Asian Art and Antiques Auction to be held by Kaminski Auctions at their auction gallery March 30th and 31st at117 Elliott Street, Beverly, Massachusetts.

The interior of this outstanding piece features Mandarins and ladies holding court in a continuous palace scene around a central vignette.There is an elabo...

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Party for the Planet™ at North America"s Top Zoos and Aquariums

Sunday, 25 March 2012 06:25

Largest Earth Day Party will Connect People to Wildlife Conservation

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with the planet’s amazing and diverse wildlife? More than 100 of the top zoos and aquariums across North America are throwing the 6th Annual Party for the Planet™, the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America!

Local AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are the perfect place to connect with nature and conservation in your community. Party for the Planet™ festivities feature environmental education activities, amazing animal encounters, and fantastic family fun.

WHO: YOU and your AZA-accredited zoo and a...

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Cabin Creekwood Now Provides Central Virginia Riding Information for...

Sunday, 25 March 2012 05:00

Cabin Creekwood, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, provides quiet, secluded, cabin lodging and ride information for cyclists wanting to train in the mountains this spring. Cyclists on Mountain Road Our cycling club has been coming to Cabin Creekwood for quite a few years

The mountains of Central Virginia are a well-known bicycling destination for the serious rider, and Cabin Creekwood now offers ride information.Famous riders including Lance Armstrong and Greg LeMond challenged these mountains as part of the Tour DuPont.Every spring, riders from all over New England and Quebec descend on Cabin Creekwood to take advantage o...

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New Orleans Mayor Landrieu Joins Navy and OpSail for Nola Navy Week...

Sunday, 25 March 2012 03:21

Tall Ships, Navy Vessels, and Blue Angels Air Show Headline Full Week of New Orleans Activities for NOLA Navy Week

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Indonesian Ship Dewaruci “To be chosen to begin this natl 200th anniversary event in New Orleans speaks to our city’s unique ability to celebrate all that makes America great,” said Mayor Mitch Landrieu

Mayor Mitch Landrieu, joined by dignitaries from the Navy, Coast Guard and OpSail has announced an international event premiering in New Orleans to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the Bicentennial of the Star Spangled Banner. Tall ships and military vessels from around the world and the nation will descend upon New Orleans during NOLA Navy Week, April 17-23, 2012. A full week of rare opportunity and interactive fun is planned for the public. The week will also bring two Blue Angels air shows, for the first time, over the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.

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