Monthly Archives: June 2008

The Works would work for York

Posted on June 23, 2008 by nicki lefever

For a few years now, my family and I have been celebrating special occasions at The Works in Wyomissing, just outside of Reading. According to Google Maps, it’s about an hour drive from York or 53 miles. I describe it … Continue reading →

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What you need to know now

Posted on June 20, 2008 by Erin McCracken

I want my MTV…with music videos again. Everybody’s working for the weekend and now it’s here. Click here, here or here for ways to spend the first few days of summer.

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The newest Spears

Posted on June 19, 2008 by Erin McCracken

Former Nickelodeon star Jamie Lynn Spears,17, gave birth to a baby girl Thursday. The name: Maddie Briann. Casey Aldridge, 19, the baby daddy, and Jamie Lynn are engaged to be married. At least Maddie will have two cousins, Britney Spear’s … Continue reading →

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Dance legend dies

Posted on June 18, 2008 by Erin McCracken

Cyd Charisse cuts a rug with Gene Kelly. Dancer and Actress Cyd Charisse died Tuesday at the age of 87. Charisse danced with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. Her famous roles were in “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Silk Stockings.”

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‘When We Left Earth’

Posted on June 18, 2008 by nicki lefever

I’m hooked on the Discovery Channel’s six-part documentary “When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions”.

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Doll drama

Posted on June 17, 2008 by Erin McCracken

You must watch “America’s Next Top Doll,” Entertainment Weekly’s glorious spoof on “America’s Next Top Model.” It might be the best thing since “Action League Now.”

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Vote for your favorite chain

Posted on June 17, 2008 by nicki lefever

Parents magazine did a survey to find the best family-friendly chain. Their research was based on criteria such as the availability of crayons and how well the location accommodates children with food allergies. Read on to find out who they … Continue reading →

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Weekend roundup

Posted on June 16, 2008 by Erin McCracken

“True Lies?” That concept, like the rest of my weekend, just doesn’t make sense. It is my belief that random gatherings always trump the best-laid plans. Case and point: Friday night. The fact that it was my last weekend in … Continue reading →

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What you need to know now

Posted on June 13, 2008 by Erin McCracken

Spell it out with Lil’ Boosie, Lil’ Phat and Webbie. There is plenty to do in York this weekend. For fun ideas, click here, here or here. Read about the Blues Traveler concert here. Click here to get tickets.

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Avoid Salmonella with homegrown

Posted on June 13, 2008 by nicki lefever

If the grocery store prices on produce aren’t enough to drive you to farmer’s markets and roadside stands, maybe the FDA’s warning about Salmonella will. Burger King, Wawa, Chili’s, McDonald’s and White Rose Bar & Grill are just a few … Continue reading →

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