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FacebookDid Netflix and Redbox Kill the Video Store?
When I moved to Hastings, I was happy to discover that there wasn’t a large chain video store like Blockbuster. It brought me back to my college days in Pullman when we would go “save Video Quest.” Pullman, which was about the same size of Hastings when I lived there, boasted two Blockbusters and the locally owned Video Quest.
Hidden In Plain View
The new gallery show at Graham Gallery features an artist we haven’t seen before in this area, Patric Jernigan. He lives in Plainview, Texas. His wife has connections to a small Nebraska town, which brings them to Hastings from time to time. He liked Graham Gallery and the owner, Angela Graham, liked his art, so a show was born. It is called “The Book of Hidden Things”.
Nice Day for a Green Wedding
This is the season for beautiful summer weddings. Long flowing white gown, tuxes, cut flowers, special food & drink, and guests traveling from all over to share the day. There are countless ways to arrange all the bits and pieces of a wedding celebration. And there are some wonderful options for making it “green.”
Eileen’s Cookie Business a Winning Recipe
Cookies may never lose their appeal, but companies that make them can certainly crumble. Instead, Eileen’s Colossal Cookies has flourished, for nearly 28 years.
4th of July at Fisher Fountain
I’m not sure when the YWCA started holding their Independence Day celebration at Fisher Fountain, but I sure wish it had been going on when our two were little. On the other hand, maybe it’s even more fun to attend and take in the festivities without finding costumes, decorating the tricycles or wagons, and figuring out whether the pet should be in the parade.
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Art & Events, Generations, Hobbies & Leisure
Point and Shoot
Growing up I was the subject of many photographic outings. My father took more pictures than anyone I knew. I may not find the same things interesting as he does/did but I definitely have a tick that makes want to take pictures of some of the most obscure and random things.
Shopping
Grocery Deals (June 15-21)
Each Thursday, I’ll match Hastings grocery store sale items (as promoted in Hastings Tribune and other area newspaper inserts) with internet and manufacturer coupons.
Feature, Generations
Stars and Stripes
Flag Day was this past Monday and Independence Day is in a few weeks so I’ve been reflecting on our symbolic flag. Have you ever taken the time to look around the homes and businesses that display a little patriotism, especially those in our area?
Food & Dining
Let the Grillin’ Season Begin
Grilling is by far a more sophisticated means of culinary wizardry than a bag of charcoal, lighter fluid, and a slab o’ beef (and a 6-pack of beer). Herewith is a primer of the art, secrets, and health concerns of this summer ritual.
Art & Events, Feature
A Heaping Helping of Variety- A Great Way to Start Your Summer Break
“I’m bored… There isn’t anything to do in Hastings!” Whoa- pull out an adage-proclaim a maximum-utter a dictum-lay down a precept – OK! Here is a an old saying that applies ‘variety is the spice of life.’ Certainly, June in Hastings offers a variety of anti-boredom ingredients to make a summer salsa of activities.
Feature, Generations, Shopping
Young Retailer Brings Upbeat Attitude to Two Downtown Stores
Love for the retail environment has helped Jason Schreiner become successful in recent business ventures, including the purchase of Hometown Variety and the opening of Climate, a clothing store. Both are located in downtown Hastings.
Shopping, Style
(Im)practical Magic
Don’t believe in magic? I do. The most magical thing happens when I enter a department store and–come to think of it–boutiques and other storefronts splashed with colorful displays of apparel and accessories. It always feels the same. My heart flutters a bit, there is a twinge of excitement that forces a smile and it feels like Christmas morning.
Shopping
Grocery Deals (June 8-14)
Do you have questions regarding coupon usage, grocery shopping on a budget, etc? Email me at thomsen.thrifty.thursday@gmail.com and I will answer your questions in the upcoming weeks.
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