Monthly Archives: June 2014

Would you model your house on a favourite book?

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Taking her cue, Jane returned the driveway to gravel and restored the “stone-floored hall” when she and Richard found flagstones buried under layers of lino and parquet in the kitchen. The couple kept the floor plan as close as possible to the original but sacrificed a bedroom to create more bathrooms. They have also did work on the gardens, making semicircular grass terraces wide enough for people to sit on with picnic hampers. “It works like a little amphitheatre, so we Read more [...]

Looking for entertainment this weekend? Try one of these local events

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The Terrebonne Parish Library System's summer reading program, “Fizz, Boom, Read,” has begun. Read 10 library books — or parents can read 10 library books to younger children — and receive a certificate, a chance to win a bike, a library superstar yard sign and coupons for free things. The summer program includes weekly story times, craft workshops and performances from magician and juggler Matthew Noel, musician Eric Herman and the Invisible Band, Discovery Dome, storyteller, puppeteer Read more [...]

For His 147th Birthday, Here Are 7 Chicago Area Frank Lloyd Wright Homes On …

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Click here to view the full photogallery. ↑ Robert Emmond House, 109 8th Avenue, La Grange, IL One of Wright's famous bootleg homes, the Robert Emmond House built in 1892 was listed last December for $949,500. After sitting on the market for a number of months and taking a few price chops, the home's ask is now $829,000. Another Wright bootleg home (independent commissions Wright took under the table while employed by Adler Sullivan), the Robert Parker House, is currently pending sale Read more [...]

This week’s wine picks

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OpenTable has revealed its 2014 Diners' Choice Award winners for the Top 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in America, with several North Bay restaurants making the list.Among the Top 100 were Auberge de Soleil in Rutherford, Corks at the Russian River Vineyards in Forestville and Rustic at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville.Not surprisingly, California had the greatest number of winning restaurants, followed by Florida, Hawaii and Arizona.The awards reflect the Read more [...]

“Broke” Hillary Bought 2 Mansions for $4.5 Mil After Leaving White House

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Bill and Hillary are ordinary people just like you. Sure she scores $200K per speech and he takes home $500K per speech, but that’s just because they were broke and trying to make ends meet. Hillary Clinton, who recently raked in $5 million dollars in speaking fees in 15 months, recounted to Diane Sawyer the sad tale of her former destitution, telling her, “We came out of the White House not only dead broke but in debt.” According to Clinton, she and her husband, who has made over $100 million Read more [...]

June 2014 Conservation Action listed – Sedalia News

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Actions of the Conservation Commission at its June meeting. The Conservation Commission met June 5 and 6 at Conservation Department Headquarters in Jefferson City. Commissioners present were: Don C. Bedell, Sikeston, Chair James T. Blair, IV, St. Louis, Vice Chair/Secretary Marilynn J. Bradford, Jefferson City, Member David W. Murphy, Columbia, Member REGULATIONS The Conservation Commission received a report from Dr. John Fischer, College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia, Athens, Read more [...]

Scottish A listed castle for sale

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This wonderful, historic castle dates back to the 16th century and comes with 35 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds Castle Grant is an historic ‘A' listed 16th century castle set in mature garden grounds which enjoys stunning open views over to the hills of Cromdale and beyond. The castle was originally known as Freuchie Castle when it was occupied by the Comyn family but in 1694 the Grant family became the principle owners. The property was significantly extended in 1765 with the addition Read more [...]

Town Square | Diplomat’s retreat for sale

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  (Courtesy of HomeVisit) The Forest Hills neighborhood of Northwest Washington is home to an eclectic mix of residences that offer privacy and peace to diplomats as well as politicians, broadcast journalists and attorneys. The home at 3225 Ellicott St. NW, a former embassy residence and currently the home of William E. Kennard, who served as U.S. ambassador to the European Union from December 2009 to July 2013, is now listed for sale at $3.85 million. Kennard also is the former managing director Read more [...]