By Ingrid Schnader Editors note: Some toys picked may be available at more than one store, and prices may vary. Click for lists from Homewood Toy & Hobby and Snoozy's Kids. OTMJ: Do you remember your first day working in the toy Biz? Jim Glazner: 1976. It was back-to-school, so you had all the kids coming in. OTMJ: If you were an elf in Santa’s workshop, what … [Read more...]
Annual IPC House Tour to Feature Three Homes Decorated for the Holidays
For the 70th year, Independent Presbyterian Church will host its Holiday House Tour, featuring three homes and IPC decked out for the holidays. The tours will take place Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Dec. 15, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Homes featured on the tour will include Caroline Gidiere, 2932 Fairway Drive; Vawter Stratford, 2821 Stratford Road; and Doug … [Read more...]
The Art of Making Clay: Susan Gordon’s New Pottery and Jewelry Shop Opens a Window on ‘Making’
By Ingrid SchnaderFor the first time ever, you can shop Susan Gordon’s pottery and jewelry in a brick-and-mortar storefront.More than 200 people visited the store’s grand opening Friday at 1910 28th Ave. S. in Homewood to shop the colorful and gold-trimmed designs.In sharp contrast to the perfect-white walls and clean atmosphere at the new storefront, Gordon said … [Read more...]
Little Hands Give Food to Fill Empty Tummies Over Thanksgiving
By Ingrid SchnaderWhen students are on free or reduced-price lunch programs, they’re able to leave their food insecurity at home when they go to school. But over holidays such as Thanksgiving break, they’ll go one week or longer without being able to take advantage of their school’s programs.To help give the community some relief this holiday season, Ashley Seligson … [Read more...]
‘Open Door Policy’: Artist Opening Multi-Use Studio and Gallery In Homewood Where Patrons Can Buy or Make Art
By Ingrid SchnaderWhen you walk into Thomas Andrew’s upcoming art space in downtown Homewood this December, you won’t be sure if you’re in a store, a bar, a gallery or a studio.It will have a bartop and menu board, just like some of your favorite Friday night haunts. But instead of serving alcohol, the menu has different canvas and paper sizes. … [Read more...]