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Play Dough - Lil' Chef Kids Cooking Studio

Edible Art:  They say too many cooks spoil the broth.  But for Lil' Chef Kids Cooking Studio, eleven to twenty four makes it just right. That is, if the students pay close attention to the cooking instructions.   And if they mess up? ... Well, they stew in their own juices (& have lots of fun)!

A Grand Opening Celebration!!  On Saturday, September 10 from 9:30am - 12pm, the Lil' Chef Kids Cooking Studio in North Hills (across from Ben and Jerry's & Starbucks) is hosting free hands on cooking activities.  Cupcake decorating and making edible art will be held in the kitchen studio, along with free chef's hats, registration for raffles, and face painting. Lil' Chef will also debut its new retail line of kitchenware items including Swiss brand Kuhn Rikon and Head Chef products for both children and adults at its Grand Opening Celebration. The public is invited. No charge.

Lil' Chefs and Teen Chef's:  From preschool to teens, Lil' Chef sizzles up amazing programs such as Birthday Parties, Weekly Classes, Camps, and Kids Night Out.  They also do Corporate Events for "Big Chef's" and Cotillian & Etiquette.  From Pizza Palooza to Glitzy Glamour Girl Spa Parties to Iron Chef, there are over 25 birthday party themes for Lil' Chefs (ages 4-10) and Teens (11+).  Accommodating up 24 guests, the parties include invitations, special webpage for your child, cooking hats and aprons, ingredients, beverages, and cake.

"Mom, I want to be a Chef!"  Starting September 12, Themed Cooking Classes for preschool, ages 9-10, and teens will be held twice a week (Mondays & Saturdays).   You pick either 6 or 8 themed classes and each week will be filled with new ideas and creativity as they help your child create amazing things together through teamwork and imaginative thinking. It is a fun way for your kids to focus on delicious healthy eating and learning lifelong cooking skills while building their self confidence.   The menus and skills learned are designed to appeal to the abilities of most children. Tuition includes chefs hat, notebook with recipes and handouts to take home, and all supplies.

Lil' Chef Kids Cooking Studio:  The Commons at North Hills, 4151-105 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh; Owner: Raleigh native Susan Caldwell; Phone: (919) 889-2598; Website 

To Bee or Not To Bee

You Ought to be in Pictures - Win $1000 in Bailey Box Contest 

Bailey's Fine Jewelry is looking for genuine Bailey Box Moments caught on video and is offering you a chance to win $1,000! So share a blast of your past and create a DVD video moment that may give you your fifteen minutes of Internet fame.  Give the personalized documentary of your wedding proposal, anniversary, or birthday gift-giving a tweak, and enter this contest.  

Did he propose with a Bailey Box out on the boat? Did you get your grandmother a Bailey Box for an 80th birthday surprise? Did you get a Bailey Box for your anniversary? Did you give your wife a Bailey Box the day your child was born? Did you catch them on video? 

If you captured your surprise Bailey Box Moment, share it for a chance to win $1,000! And if you're planning to have a special Bailey Box Moment soon, make sure you have a friend record it for your chance to win and maybe even be featured in a Bailey's Fine Jewelry commercial.

Bailey Box Moments Video Contest Details: Three winners will receive $1,000.  Opportunity to be in a Bailey's Fine Jewelry commercial Video submissions must be shared by November 30th, 2011.  Rules & Regulations Apply.  For complete details on the Bailey Box Moments Video Contest, please read the Rules and Regulations.

Selected Winning Videos will be judged on:  1) Overall emotional connection to the video.  2) Creativity, planning and execution.  3) Recipient's reaction to Bailey Box Moment.

Think you've got what it takes to win? Send in your video that shows Bailey Box Moments are loving, special, memorable and truly the best moments around!  Your video may be featured in an upcoming Bailey's Fine Jewelry commercial and/or on Bailey's Fine Jewelry's official website, blog or YouTube channel.

Just think you have nothing to lose but $1000 if you don't enter.  But you knew that already.   So what are you waiting for.... Press Record! 

The Bargain Buzz

Wannit?... Come'n Get It!

The Mint Is Extending Restaurant Week... September is Restaurant Month! Come enjoy a 3-Course Dinner for $30 all month.  Complementary Valet Parking beginning at 5pm for all Mint guests. The Mint Restaurant, One Exchange Plaza, 219 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 919.821.0011 phone,  Hours: Lunch; Tuesday - Friday 11:00am - 2:30pm, Dinner; Monday - Thursday 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday 5:00pm - 10:00pm. Website. 

Mark your Calendars!
Upcoming Auctions and Events from Leland Little Auction & Estate Sales
Sept 16th at 6PM: Fine Wine Auction. Click Here to view catalog.
Sept 17th at 9AM: Fine & Decorative Arts Auction. Click Here to view catalog.
Sept 13th at 5:30PM to 6:30PM: "You've Been Named Executor, Now What?" presented by Mark Rhoades and guest speaker Alan Campbell at the LLAES, Ltd. Gallery
Sept 16th at 3PM: "History and Tradition at Jugtown Pottery" presented by Vernon, Pam, & Travis Owens at the LLAES, Ltd. Gallery. Website

 

McKenzie Tribe new fall 2011 lines just arrived! Great selections of button down shirts, sweaters, blazers, and outerwear.This is the last week of their big summer sale too.  Pique knits, button down shirts, shorts, and much more are on sale now. Pique knits at $19.00, button down shirts at $29.00.

Tir Na nOg: Award winning Irish Pub, voted the Best Irish Pub in NC 6 yrs running! The place is a buzz of activity 7 nights a week. With Run Club Monday: Tuesday a try out for Local Bands and Great Pint prices: Wednesday PUB Trivia at 9pm: Thursday Local band Local Beer 10pm FREE SHOW: Friday LIVE Irish music from 7pm until 9pm followed by LIVE local rock or international music. Saturday in fall and Winter Irish music from 7pm followed by Live rock bands. Every Sunday morning Brunch from 10:30 am until 2:30 pm: LIVE Irish session players from 3 until 6pm. ALL welcome to join in this amazing session!  218 south Blount St. Raleigh, 27601, (919) 833-7795. Website 

The Mosquito Authority sighting.... Are you seeing these signs around town and wonder what they are all about?
Okay.. We needed the rain.  However, we didn't need those pesky mosquitoes that came along for the ride.  If you're interested in making your yard 'Mosquito Free', then call The Mosquito Authority.  Their program effectively kills all of the mosquitoes that are present at the time of application and serves as an Invisible Barrier keeping other mosquitoes away for up to three months!  Give them a call and enjoy your last days of summer outside without something taking a bite out of you! Call today! 919-710-5596, Website.  

 

Olde Raleigh Real Estate Welcome to the first copy of Olde Raleigh's Real Estate Market Update! This E-Newsletter is intended to apprise you of real estate activity in our neighborhood. They are pleased to provide this information with the goal of ensuring you remain fully aware of the market activity within Olde Raleigh and surrounding neighborhoods. They hope you find this first Update informative.  Contact Jill Rekuc, Owner & Broker: Olde Raleigh Real Estate, 919-389-0555, Jill@OldeRaleighRealEstate.com.

Callie Lowe Designs - Handcrafted jewelry in rich gold hues characterize Callie Lowe Earrings an ever-evolving style paired with vibrant gemstones. Blended with unexpected geometric and textural manipulation, each collection reflects unique qualities wearable for every woman. Click Here   

 

Y'all Hungry? Then be our guest for a second helping of Raleigh's favorite JLR Cookbookrecipes  from The Junior League of Raleigh.  You're Invited Back is a beautiful cookbook loaded with menus to choose from, whether planning a casual picnic, elegant dinner, or holiday brunch. Some of the recipes are new and some have been handed down through generations of families here in Raleigh. You're Invited Back for another round of Southern hospitality.  Where to purchase 'You're Invited Back': Taylors in Glenwood Village; Lavender & Lace, Bailey's Fine Jewelry, Charlotte's and The Bargain Box in Cameron Village; Charlotte's, Tyler House, Quintessentials & Monkee's in North Hills; The Paper Company in Holly Springs; the NC Museum of History gift shop; A Southern Season in Chapel Hill; The Angus Barn; and Quail Ridge Books and The Wine Merchant in Ridgewood Shopping Center. Or to order online,  Click Here.

 
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