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ART |
CONTESTS & GIVEAWAYS |
BODY, MIND & SPIRIT |
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 Collographs
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Collographs are original prints
in which the printmaker develops the composition on the plate to achieve
extensive embossing. Collector and artist Victoria Chick explains the
process.
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 What
I Wish I Had Known: 'Money Issues' - There’s a widespread
perception that financial problems are the cause of more divorces than
any other issue, and that the best way to avoid such problems is to
delay marriage until both partners are settled in their careers and have
paid off their student loans, car loans, and credit card balances. Jim
Duzak the 'Attorney at Love' discusses relationships and money.
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BOOKS & POETRY |
BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL |
ECO & EARTH FRIENDLY |
 Do
You Have an Expert Platform? Whether you write articles or
books, people reading them will want to read material provided by
experts—writers, researchers, storytellers. Having an expert platform is
necessary for writers, authors, editors, consultants and everyone who
has a product to sell. Maralyn D. Hill, co-author of ‘$uccess, Your Path
to a Successful Book’ discusses how to Build an Expert Platform.
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 Identifying
Your Target Market to Be Seen as An Expert
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Marketing & Mindset Expert, Therese Skelly discusses one of the
Marketing Basics - How to find and develop a target market. Why is this
important? Because without knowing who you are marketing to, your
marketing message may miss the mark. Learn how to Grow Your Business and
Charge Higher Fees!
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 Park
Pollution - Four Corners coal plant causes haze in the Grand
Canyon, Mesa Verde and other National Parks. Conservation groups have
asked federal agencies to require New Mexico's dirtiest coal-fired power
plant to take measures to reduce its air pollution, and thereby lessen
the amount of haze it causes in national parks and wilderness areas.
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EVENT CALENDARS |
FASHION, BEAUTY & SPA |
FOOD & DRINK |
 24th
Annual Sonora Celtic Faire - Celebrating the cultures of
Ireland, Scotland, Cornwall, and Wales, the 24th Annual Sonora
Celtic Faire will be held at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds in Sonora,
CA, from March 12-14. Enjoy Celtic music and dancers, food, clans,
re-enactors, archery, jousting, athletics, and more!
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 Is
Your Hair and Make Up Aging or Anti-Aging You? As Jenna Brown
the 'Scarlet Stylist' always says, “your hair style must suit your
lifestyle”. So, can it help with anti-aging as well? Yes it can. Your
hair and your makeup can age you, or anti-age you. Jenna shares her
'anti-aging' tips for your hair and make up.
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 Breakfast
from Scratch
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Breakfast from scratch conjures up many emotions in people -
fear most likely being in the top three. With this meal being
THE most important one of the day, lifestyle expert and cooking
class teacher, Ross Sveback helps us get in the kitchen with his
tips and recipes, including a Sausage Frittata
and Cinnamon Bun Waffles!
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HISTORY & HERITAGE |
HOBBIES & CRAFTS |
HOLIDAYS & OBSERVANCES |
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 GAME:
Famous Castles
- Back in the Middle Ages, lords and nobles fortified their homes to
safeguard them from attacks. During the 9th and 10th centuries castles
were a result of land being divided up among lords and princes. Castles
served as centers to plan raids, provide protection, control local
populations, and travel routes. See if you can match these famous
castles to the right country.
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 Rockhound
Report: Cool Springs & Chloride
- Marilee Strech discusses these Rockhounding hotspots located
near the Colorado River, in Arizona. If you go in March, you
will be treated to a wonderful display of Arizona wildflowers
and some great hiking and exploring opportunities too!
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 The
Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Feast
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Corned beef and cabbage is the Irish-American traditional dish for
St. Patrick’s Day, as corned beef is rarely eaten in Ireland
anymore. Kat Caverly 'The Greetums Lady' shares her favorite recipe
for Corned Beef & Cabbage - serve it with Irish soda bread and a
pint of Guinness!
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HOME & GARDEN |
KIDS & FAMILY |
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT |
 English
Country Gardens with Susan Cohan
- Discussing romantic English Country Garden Design and Cottage Gardens
in the US, award winning landscape designer Susan Cohan was a featured
guest on Big Blend Radio's 'Garden Gossip' home and garden online radio
show.
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 GAME:
Theodor Seuss Geisel
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From 'The Grinch That Stole Christmas' to 'The Cat in the Hat', at some
time or other, you have most likely enjoyed the writings of Dr. Seuss,
aka Theodor Seuss Geisel. Geisel has published over 60 children's books,
using all kinds of characters and rhymes, some of them becoming films,
television specials and even a Broadway musical. Play the Dr. Seuss
Match Game! |
 Bickley
Rivera
'Chillin' After
Five' -
Chilled out and
fresh steelpan
nujazz interludes
with soothing vocals
and accents of
saxophone, flute and
guitar are some of
the flavors of
Bickley Rivera’s 'Chillin’
After Five' debut
album. How this
artist infused
steelpan (or
steeldrum) with
smooth jazz and
chill music is a
mystery and a
significant
accomplishment.
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NATURE, WILDLIFE & SCIENCE |
RADIO SHOW SCHEDULE |
RECREATION & SPORTS |
 A
Barrel of Fun Puzzle - Barrel
cactus are one of the most beautiful and strange sights in the southwest
deserts of North America. They can be large or small, and their flowers
produce a pineapple-looking fruit--not recommended for eating. They can
get over 10 feet high, are one of the largest cacti in North America.
See if you can make the puzzle.
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 'Way
Back When' History Radio - March 12:
Join Nancy & Lisa on ‘Way Back When’, Big Blend
Radio's history show. In Celebration of Women's
History Month, special guests include: R.
Michael Wilson - Author, Old West Stage & Train
Robbery and Execution & Lynching Expert; Charles
M. Aulino - Author of “Lesser-Known Giants of
the Twentieth Century”; Aggie Garcia - Fashion
Designer & Owner of Illusions by Aggie; and
DeNise Pettersson 'Jewelry & Gemology Guru' -
Award-winning Jewelry Designer & Owner of
Village Jewelers in Sedona, AZ. Airs Live on
March 12, from 4pm PT / 7pm ET.
Meet Our
Guests & Listen Live!
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 North
Lake Tahoe's SnowFest Winter Carnival
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wacky and wildest strut their stuff at North Lake Tahoe’s annual
SnowFest, a 10-day winter carnival and one of the region’s most popular
family celebrations. The event, scheduled for March 5-14, will again
offer off-the-wall special events geared for all ages!
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SHOPPING & DISCOUNTS |
TRAVEL DESTINATIONS |
WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING |
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 COUPON:
Pony Express Trading Post -
Southern California’s premiere Wild West gift store
featuring a fine a collection of handcrafted items and a
great selection of designer western fashions for the cowboy
or cowgirl in you! The Pony Express Trading Post is offering
a coupon for 10% off your next in-store purchase. Stores are
located in Palm Springs and Idyllwild.
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 Spring
Fling at Verde Canyon Railroad
- Those who envision Arizona as a dry and colorless place have never
witnessed the dazzling display of Spring in Bloom in the Verde Canyon.
Under multi-hued canyon walls, the first flush of satiny green leaves
adorn cottonwoods and willows as the canyon floor erupts in gaudy
bouquets of wildflowers. The Verde Canyon Railroad celebrates this
joyous season with gala events on the round-trip ride from Clarkdale to
Perkinsville.
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 San
Diego Winery Weddings at Orfila Vineyards & Winery
- Featuring manicured lawns overlooking the San Pasqual Valley
agricultural preserve, a stunning rose garden, romantic grape arbor,
Barrel Room, and Vineyard Courtyard, Orfila Vineyards & Winery in San
Diego.
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