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December 11, 2011
Welcome to our new - & return - clients & subscribers!
Despite the unseasonably warm temperatures in Nova Scotia, it is beginning - finally - to feel a lot like Christmas!
This issue is packed with updates and news from our photography and website clients. And. . . . it has some terrific gift ideas.
Comments on any of our projects and story suggestions are always welcome. As are enquiries about our services - email Jodie or Allan Or call 902-766-4548.  More: Get the whole LuckyDuck story!
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 Bigfoot Systems launches mobile website! | |
Making it simple for customers
NOVA SCOTIA & BEYOND - There's a 2000% growth in the number of mobile-ready websites, reports dotMobi.
No, that's not a typo. New research shows a significant rise in the number of mobile-ready websites that consumers can access from their mobile handsets.
In 2008, there were approximately 150,000 mobile-ready websites. In just two years that number has risen to over 3 million. That growth, some say, is faster than the growth of the desktop Internet over a similar period. The world's top 1,000 websites, as ranked by Alexa, are choosing to offer mobile-friendly alternatives. dotMobi's study found over 40% have a mobile version. This percentage decreases the further down the rankings you go, to just under 30% for the top 10,000 websites and 19% overall among all 500,000 sites ranked (bizreport.com). With this in mind, Philip Wall, Bigfoot's Director of Finance & Marketing Co-ordinator, called LuckyDuck. We set them up with a 13 page hand-held website. Traditionally, their dealer and distributor information covers two pages plus pdfs. On their mobile site we built Google search capabilities. Simply key in your province or state. If your details don't pop, call their toll-free number 1 - 800-934-0393. Congratulations Phil on, once again, being well ahead of the curve! More! With Bigfoot Systems, builders & DIYers can install concrete footings in a single day! Use pre-molded bell-shaped footings for: - Decks patios & sun rooms
- Screened porches & verandahs
- Homes, mobile & prefab homes
- Cottages & camps
- Additions, gazebos & carports
- Barns & sheds & much more!
More: Visit Bigfoot's new mobile website!
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| Charles Lantz Cabinetry - complete kitchen upgrade | |
The Bolivars are very happy with their light-filled maple Shaker kitchen
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SOUTH SHORE - Don Bolivar & his wife, Carolyn, moved into his 130-year-old family home November 2010. Don's grandparents and parents had both raised families in the Crousetown house.
In 1951, when Don's family first settled in the Bolivar home, there was one cold water tap, an outhouse and a small bathroom divided into two tiny parts thanks to a chimney coming up through the middle.
His mother got herself a new kitchen - just like Carolyn would nearly 60 years later.
She and Don were impressed the first time they met Charles Lantz. Although they wanted to shop locally, they went into Halifax to see what else was available.
"When we saw the quality there," recalls Carolyn, "We knew we weren't going with Halifax. As for locally, we didn't look any further."
More: Visit Charles' latest feature kitchen!
Applause for CLC:
"Charles suggested drawers - they're a lot easier [than shelves]," says Carolyn. "We call Roy his First Lieutenant," adds Don. "Roy's amazing," she agrees. "We listened very carefully to him."
The Bolivars had their first family gathering with the new kitchen on Thanksgiving, 2011. "We had 10 people!" recalls a delighted Carolyn.
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The Bright Side Studio - 3 new pages!
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Workshops and Positive Reflections
 LUNENBURG - The Bright Side Studio had lots to celebrate during their December 1 open house - plenty of interest, enthusiasm and three new website pages including Positive Reflections.
n Hilary Scott paints hand-made, wooden frames by Kevin Creaser with sayings to make us think a bit. Perhaps to smile, feel worthy, validated and appreciated. Her custom mirrors can be personalized with your choice of colour, shape and measurements . . . and what you would like to say . . . or celebrate. A wedding, birth, graduation or anniversary. Perhaps you have a friend or loved one who needs a daily reminder to look inside and know how much they are loved, valued and appreciated. For more information email Hilary or call her at 902-529-0021. The Bright Side's 1st Workshop - it's all about Presentation Skills! From Facing the Fear to Lessons Learned by Ruth Anne Whicher January 11 - February 15, 2012 Wednesday evenings for six weeks - 6:30 - 8:30pm
$20 per workshop
Register for any or all workshops: email rwhicher@eagle.ca
Pre-registration is required as seating is limited.
Click for workshop details.
More: Visit The Bright Side Studio!
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The Java Bead - calendar, coupons & projects!
Great gifts!
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BRIDGEWATER - The Java Bead is your premium source for beads, supplies and expertise in the Maritimes - and it's on King Street in the heart of Bridgewater.
Their December calendar features the above classes. All pictures are examples only - participants will use their creativity in the design process.
Remember TJB's Gift cards - they're a perfect choice for the newbie, the expert or just about anyone in-between!
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New show launched at the Black Duck
Great gifts!
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Saturday December 10 to Saturday, December 31 - Kat Frick Miller
LUNENBURG - The Black Duck's Gallery launches a new exhibition this weekend - the works of Lunenburg artist and screen printer Kat Frick Miller.
Her show, Tales from the Valley, through the forest to the shore is a collection of new printed works inspired by her life and travels through Nova Scotia.
Opening reception is 2 - 4pm Sunday, December 11.
More: Visit Black Duck Gallery
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LuckyDuck photography client launches winter schedule
Great gifts!
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Spruce Top Rug Hooking Studio - all about rug hooking!
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Winter rug hooking classes 2012
Spruce Top Rug Hooking Studio
Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia
Classes run 10 am - 4 pm
Sign up today!
Call toll-free 1-888-RUG-HOOK (784-4665)
- January 7 - Oriental Rug Hooking
- January 14 - Geometric Rug Hooking
- January 21 - Beginner Rug Hooking
- January 28 - Beginner Rug Hooking
- February 4 - Jacobean Rug Hooking
- February 11 - Dyeing for Beginners
- February 18 - Stained Glass
- February 25 - Special Stitches
- March 3 - Beginner Rug Hooking
- March 10 - Beginner Rug Hooking
- March 24 - Fine Shading
- March 31 - Finishing It
More: Visit Spruce Top Rug Hooking Studio
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elder-zone gets into the spirit of the season
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Our monthly online "publication" for Seniors, their families, friends & colleagues
 | | In our December 22 edition of elder-zone, Deborah Thompson recalls the family Christmas dinner with her then-101 year old Aunt Sylvia. In this more recent photo she's 102! |
EVERYWHERE - elder-zone "publishes" on the 22nd of the month. Our December 22 edition will include some seasonal stories . . .
- Anna Davison's beautiful message is punctuated by some of her seasonal quilts.
- Deborah Thompson remembers a disappointment that turned into perfection - a family Christmas dinner with her 101 year old aunt.
- Heather Stevenson's Part II of "Letters from Somewhere" relates Christmas from the Front Line during World War Two.
- Jim Newell re-visits happy memories of Christmas & New Years.
- John Bryson has some timely safety tips we'll do well to keep in mind.
More: Drop by for a visit!
Our contributors & links to their stories: elder-zone.com
Our "story launch pad:" E-Z magazine page.
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A final gift suggestion!
| LuckyDuck Photography Gift Certificates
| EVERYWHERE - We are delighted to make up custom Gift Certificates in any amount - the full cost of a photo shoot or a portion of a shoot.
LuckyDuck Photography services very special occasions & events - capturing life's memorable moments with candid family photography, commercial photography and equine photography. We'll tell your story or chronicle your event with prints, cds, albums (photos & text), posters, website and/or enewsletter! LuckyDuck's on location photo services brings to the celebration 20+ years background in people photography and a wealth of reporting skills. Jodie Turner was an award-winning newspaper reporter in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia for 16 years. Since the fall of 2004, she's continued taking photos - for LuckyDuck web design's clients and friends. We deliver custom packages. From a single venue photo shoot to weekend-long coverage including interviews and photos with guests and or participants Check us out - visit LuckyDuck Photography today - contact Jodie by email or call 902-766-4548
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Reminder to our clients - we'll promote your events & news at n/c
| | Let's grow together! | EVERYWHERE - We get a real kick out of our clients' successes. And are delighted to promote them at no charge in our monthly e-newsletter. Simply email us the details by the 1st of any month and we'll see you get published.
Now there's a deal!
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Have a wonderful, Light-filled Season & All the Best in 2012! Jodie & Allan | | |
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