Simple, affordable gift ideas for mom
Treat mom with the homemade gift of gerbera daisies in bottles tied with a ribbon.
A last-minute Valentine's Day gift guide for procrastinating lovebirds
When I was growing up, every Valentine's Day, my dad would give my mom chocolate-dipped apricots from the now-defunct Ovations in the University Center. There would be the obligatory card, but it's the chocolate apricots that stick in my memory. That's what makes Valentine's Day worthwhile -- it's a chance to give someone you love a meaningful and unique gift.
Sweet sixteen party in Somerville to benefit Children's Hospital
Sure it’s about the dress: a frothy, airy pink creation with a layered, lacey skirt. And it’s about the party: a black-and-white themed bash for 200, which will be held at The Center for the Arts at the Armory in Somerville at 7 p.m. on Feb. 3.
Valentine's survey: Which celeb tops moms' dream date list?
What do moms really want this Valentine's Day? The TODAY Moms/Parenting.com survey of 800 moms reveals our true desires. We want a babysitter (not a blender), a little romance... and we wouldn't mind snuggling up with one hot celebrity dad in particular.
Valentine's Day: The good, the bad and the lovely
By: Blaise Hart-Schmidt and Jenn Marks Index staffers face off over the merits of Valentine's Day ...
10 creative ways to say 'I love you'
OCEAN CITY -- Whether you believe it's a holiday manufactured by greeting card companies or a day that honors St. Valentine, for centuries Feb. 14 has been all about love.
SPOTLIGHT: Arlington Heights woman helps kids
ELENA FERRARIN Daily Herald ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. Five-year-old Benny Watters was a little wary of the strange girl with a camera in tow. So Felicia Reinhard flashed her contagious smile, played some Wii games and led a bead craft project, slowly opening a window into Benny's spirit while his disease took a temporary back seat. The Arlington Heights teen photographed Benny getting a kiss from ...
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Arlington Heights woman helps disabled kids one photo at a time
Four years ago, Felicia Reinhard of Arlington Heights started Inspiration Through Art, a nonprofit organization that inspires people to give back through the beauty of art. She recruits artists to help children with disabilities by capturing their journeys with free photo shoots, art lessons, cards, gift packages and other events such as fundraisers.